中国罕王(03788) - 2025 - 中期财报

Company Information Company Overview and Business Scope China Hanking, established in 2010 and listed in 2011, operates iron ore and high-purity iron in China and gold mining in Australia - The company was incorporated in the Cayman Islands on August 2, 2010, and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on September 30, 2011, with stock code 03788[5] - The company's core values are 'people-oriented, integrity first,' with a mission of 'safety, harmony, green,' committed to corporate social responsibility[6] - Domestic operations include iron ore and high-purity iron, with iron concentrate averaging over 68% grade, and high-purity iron products suitable for wind power and marine engineering castings[7] - Australian gold mining business, initiated in 2010, has completed the acquisition, exploration, production restart, and capitalization of the SXO gold mine project, developing a professional gold mine development and operation team[8] Shareholding Structure and Contact Information This report details the Group's shareholding structure, company contact information, and lists board members with their committee affiliations - The company's shareholding structure chart illustrates the equity stakes of China Hanking Holdings Limited and its various domestic and overseas subsidiaries[10] - The company's stock code is 03788, with its registered office in the Cayman Islands, China headquarters in Shenyang, Liaoning, and principal place of business in Hong Kong located in Causeway Bay[12] - The Board of Directors comprises executive, non-executive, and independent non-executive directors, with established Audit, Remuneration, Nomination, and Health, Safety, Environment, and Community Committees[14] Financial Highlights Key Financial Indicators for H1 2025 H1 2025 revenue grew by 10.77% to RMB 1,405,188 thousand, but profit attributable to owners decreased by 2.93%, with diluted EPS and profitability ratios also declining Key Financial Indicators for H1 2025 | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB thousands) | H1 2024 (RMB thousands) | Change Rate | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 1,405,188 | 1,268,564 | 10.77% | | Profit for the period attributable to owners of the company | 104,318 | 107,467 | (2.93%) | | Earnings per share (RMB cents) | 5.4 | 5.6 | (3.57%) | | Interim dividend (HKD per share) | － | 0.02 | N/A | | Net profit margin | 7.44% | 8.41% | Decreased by 0.97 percentage points | | Return on equity | 7.01% | 7.19% | Decreased by 0.18 percentage points | Management Discussion and Analysis I. Operating Review In H1 2025, operations remained stable, iron concentrate and high-purity iron sales exceeded expectations, high-purity iron turned profitable, and Shangma Iron Mine added 79.76 million tons of resources 1. Proposed Spin-off and Separate Listing of Hanking Gold on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange The company proposes to spin off Hanking Gold for a separate HKEX listing, aiming to create an independent capital platform and enhance shareholder value - The company proposes to spin off Hanking Gold for a separate listing on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange, aiming to create an independent capital platform for its gold mining business, promote business development, and enhance shareholder value[18] - Hanking Gold holds the Mt Bundy Gold Mine Project and Cygnet Gold Mine Project, with the goal of becoming an internationally influential medium-sized gold producer[18] 2. Stable Production and Operations, Slight Decrease in Period Profit H1 2025 saw stable production and sales of iron concentrate and high-purity iron, though period profit slightly decreased due to lower average selling prices - In H1 2025, the company maintained stable production and operations, with iron concentrate and high-purity iron production and sales volumes exceeding both the prior year period and budget[19] H1 2025 Revenue and Profit | Indicator | Amount (RMB thousands) | YoY Growth/Decrease | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 1,405,188 | 10.77% | | Profit for the Period | 104,537 | (1.99%) | - The decrease in profit for the period was primarily due to overall market conditions, with the average selling price per ton of product lower than the prior year period[19] 3. High-Purity Iron Business Turns Profitable Despite market competition, the high-purity iron business achieved profitability in H1 2025 through enhanced full-process management - Facing intense market competition and price declines, the high-purity iron business achieved profitability in H1 2025 by enhancing its full-process management capabilities[20] High-Purity Iron Business Pre-tax Profit | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB thousands) | H1 2024 (RMB thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Pre-tax Profit | 14,956 | (35,503) (Loss) | 4. Shangma Iron Mine's Newly Added 79.76 Million Tons of Resources Included in Mining Permit Shangma Iron Mine's updated permit added 79.76 million tons of iron ore, boosting total resources to 110 million tons for sustainable development - Shangma Iron Mine obtained an updated mining permit, expanding its mining area and adding approximately 79.76 million tons of iron ore resources[21] - Shangma Iron Mine now possesses a total iron ore resource of approximately 110 million tons, reaching the 'large-scale iron mine' classification, laying a foundation for the Group's sustainable iron ore business development[21] II. Iron Ore Business H1 2025 iron ore prices fluctuated, with a weak H2 outlook; production and sales grew, but gross profit and margin declined due to lower prices, while resource reserves increased 1. Industry Overview H1 2025 iron ore prices saw initial gains then falls, with a projected volatile and weak H2 trend due to stable international supply and domestic steel controls - In H1 2025, iron ore prices initially rose then fell, with the 62% port spot price index at USD 92.39/ton as of June 30, a 9.07% decrease from the beginning of the year[23] - For H2 2025, international mine shipments are expected to maintain steady growth, while domestic crude steel controls and seasonal pig iron declines suggest weaker supply-demand dynamics, potentially leading to continued volatile and weak iron ore prices[23] 2. Operating Performance H1 2025 iron concentrate production and sales increased, but revenue, gross profit, and gross margin declined due to a significant drop in average selling price - In H1 2025, iron concentrate production reached 518 thousand tons, a 1.57% year-on-year increase, with sales volume at 521 thousand tons, up 2.36% year-on-year[24] Iron Ore Business Operating Performance Details | Indicator | H1 2025 | H1 2024 | Change Rate | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Production (thousand tons) | 518 | 510 | 1.57% | | Sales (thousand tons) | 521 | 509 | 2.36% | | Average Selling Price (RMB/ton) | 856 | 1,013 | (15.50%) | | Average Cost of Sales (RMB/ton) | 339 | 375 | (9.60%) | | Revenue (RMB thousands) | 447,978 | 515,444 | (13.09%) | | Gross Profit (RMB thousands) | 271,398 | 324,607 | (16.39%) | | Gross Margin | 60.58% | 62.98% | Decreased by 2.40 percentage points | - Cash operating cost per ton of iron concentrate was RMB 348, a 2.65% year-on-year increase, primarily due to professional fees for the Maogong Iron Mine expansion project and increased engineering excavation volume[25][26] 3. Resources and Reserves New iron ore resources were found at Maogong, and Shangma's permit added 79.76 million tons, boosting total resources to 110 million tons - New iron ore resources were discovered within the existing pit of Maogong Iron Mine, with an estimated additional reserve of approximately 3.39 million tons, acquired at low cost, which will extend the mine's life[33] - Shangma Iron Mine's mining permit was updated, expanding its area and adding approximately 79.76 million tons of iron ore resources, bringing the total to 110 million tons and achieving 'large-scale iron mine' status[33] - As of the end of June 2025, the Group's iron ore resources and reserves data showed no significant changes compared to the end of 2024[33] III. High-Purity Iron Business H1 2025 China's wind power capacity grew significantly, benefiting component demand, while the company's high-purity iron business turned profitable with double-digit growth and improved margins due to cost control 1. Industry Overview H1 2025 China's wind power capacity grew by 22.7% to 570 GW, with new installations up 98.9% to 51.39 GW, signaling strong demand and price outlook - In H1 2025, national cumulative wind power installed capacity increased by 22.7% year-on-year to 570 million kilowatts, with new installed capacity growing by 98.9% year-on-year to 51.39 million kilowatts[34] - Total new wind power installations are projected to reach approximately 100 million kilowatts for the full year 2025, with cumulative installed capacity expected to reach 640 million kilowatts by year-end, potentially leading to simultaneous increases in demand and prices for wind power components[34] 2. Operating Performance The high-purity iron business achieved profitability in H1 2025, with double-digit growth in production and sales volumes, and significantly improved gross profit and margin due to cost control - The high-purity iron business achieved profitability in H1 2025, recording a pre-tax profit of RMB 14,956 thousand (compared to a pre-tax loss of RMB 35,503 thousand in the prior year period)[35] High-Purity Iron Business Operating Performance Details | Indicator | H1 2025 | H1 2024 | Change Rate | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Production (thousand tons) | 471 | 408 | 15.44% | | Sales (thousand tons) | 473 | 389 | 21.59% | | Average Selling Price (RMB/ton) | 2,685 | 3,131 | (14.24%) | | Average Cost of Sales (RMB/ton) | 2,494 | 3,051 | (18.26%) | | Revenue (RMB thousands) | 1,272,118 | 1,216,935 | 4.53% | | Gross Profit (RMB thousands) | 92,792 | 30,865 | 200.64% | | Gross Margin | 7.29% | 2.54% | Increased by 4.75 percentage points | - Sales of wind power ductile iron accounted for approximately 93% of total sales, with the company achieving an 18.26% year-on-year decrease in average cost of sales by developing new suppliers and adjusting raw material ratios[35] IV. Australian Gold Mining Business H1 2025 international gold prices surged; the company advanced Hanking Gold's spin-off, completed Mt Bundy's feasibility study, saw Cygnet's resources grow, and increased capital expenditure 1. Industry Overview H1 2025 international gold prices rose 24.31% to USD 3,287.45/ounce due to global conflicts, with central banks expected to increase holdings, supporting long-term prices - In H1 2025, global regional conflicts and fluctuating trade policies drove international gold prices significantly higher, with the London spot gold fixing price increasing by 24.31% from the beginning of the year to USD 3,287.45/ounce[37] - A World Gold Council survey indicates that approximately 95% of surveyed central banks expect to continue increasing their gold holdings within the next 12 months, providing long-term support for gold prices[37] 2. Operating Performance The company pursues Hanking Gold's spin-off, Mt Bundy's feasibility study is complete, Cygnet is on track for 2027 production, and capital expenditure significantly increased - The company proposes to spin off Hanking Gold for a separate listing on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange to create an independent capital platform for its gold mining business and enhance shareholder value[38] - The Mt Bundy Gold Mine project has resources of approximately 3.01 million ounces of gold and reserves of approximately 1.64 million ounces of gold, with the final feasibility study completed, projecting an average annual production of 170 thousand ounces of gold for the first 5 years[39] - The Cygnet Gold Mine project is expected to complete its feasibility study and submit for approval in H2 this year, with construction planned to commence in Q2 2026 and production by the end of 2027[40] Gold Mining Business Capital Expenditure | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB thousands) | H1 2024 (RMB thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Capital Expenditure | 66,021 | 16,318 | 3. Resources and Reserves Cygnet Gold Mine's resources increased by 20% to 2.06 million ounces, bringing total gold resources to 5.07 million ounces, with no significant changes since 2024 - Cygnet Gold Mine project's resources increased by 20% to 2.06 million ounces, bringing the Group's total gold resources to 5.07 million ounces[41] - As of H1 2025, the Group's gold resources and reserves data showed no significant changes compared to the end of 2024[41] Future Major Investment or Capital Asset Plans As of June 30, 2025, the Group has no concrete plans for major investments beyond ordinary business, but will seek opportunities to broaden revenue and enhance future performance - As of June 30, 2025, the Group had no concrete plans for any major investments or acquisitions of capital assets, except those in the ordinary course of business[43] - The company will closely monitor market changes and actively explore investment opportunities to broaden its revenue base and enhance future financial performance and profitability[43] Financial Review H1 2025 revenue grew, but gross margin declined; other income improved, but expected credit losses increased; operating cash outflow, investment outflow rose, and financing inflow was substantial, increasing leverage 1. Revenue, Cost of Sales, Gross Profit H1 2025 revenue increased by 10.77% due to higher sales volumes, but gross margin decreased by 1.68 percentage points as cost of sales grew faster H1 2025 Revenue, Cost of Sales, Gross Profit | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB thousands) | H1 2024 (RMB thousands) | Change Rate | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 1,405,188 | 1,268,564 | 10.77% | | Cost of Sales | 1,044,411 | 921,590 | 13.33% | | Gross Profit | 360,777 | 346,974 | 3.98% | | Gross Margin | 25.67% | 27.35% | Decreased by 1.68 percentage points | - The increase in revenue was primarily due to the combined effect of an 84 thousand tons increase in high-purity iron sales and a 95 thousand tons increase in external iron concentrate sales[44] - The increase in cost of sales was mainly influenced by higher sales volumes of high-purity iron and iron concentrate, despite a decrease in unit costs[44] 2. Other Income, Other Expenses, Other Gains and Losses, Expected Credit Losses H1 2025 other income slightly decreased, other expenses doubled, other gains improved to a gain due to reduced impairment, while expected credit losses substantially increased H1 2025 Other Income, Expenses, Gains and Losses | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB thousands) | H1 2024 (RMB thousands) | Change Rate | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Other Income | 5,077 | 5,587 | (9.13%) | | Other Expenses | 409 | 200 | 104.50% | | Other Gains or Losses | 5,242 (Gain) | (3,348) (Loss) | Increased by 8,590 thousand or 256.57% | | Impairment losses under expected credit loss model | 5,964 (Loss) | (5,442) (Reversal) | Increased by 11,406 thousand or 209.59% | - Other gains or losses turned into a gain, primarily due to the impairment of interests in an associate of RMB 5,976 thousand recognized in the prior year period[48] - Impairment losses under the expected credit loss model significantly increased, reflecting higher impairment provisions for receivables[48] 3. Distribution and Selling Expenses, Administrative Expenses H1 2025 distribution and selling expenses increased by 24.43% due to higher sales volumes, while administrative expenses remained relatively stable H1 2025 Distribution and Selling Expenses, Administrative Expenses | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB thousands) | H1 2024 (RMB thousands) | Change Rate | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Distribution and Selling Expenses | 50,701 | 40,747 | 24.43% | | Administrative Expenses | 101,450 | 101,101 | 0.35% | - The increase in distribution and selling expenses was primarily due to higher sales volumes of high-purity iron and iron concentrate[50] 4. Finance Costs, Income Tax Expense H1 2025 finance costs increased by 3.52% due to higher borrowings, and income tax expense also rose by 4.50% H1 2025 Finance Costs, Income Tax Expense | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB thousands) | H1 2024 (RMB thousands) | Change Rate | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Finance Costs | 37,154 | 35,892 | 3.52% | | Income Tax Expense | 70,424 | 67,394 | 4.50% | - The increase in finance costs was primarily due to higher interest expenses resulting from increased borrowings[51] 5. Profit for the Period and Total Comprehensive Income H1 2025 profit for the period slightly decreased by 1.99%, while total comprehensive income significantly increased by 30.87%, primarily due to foreign currency translation adjustments H1 2025 Profit for the Period and Total Comprehensive Income | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB thousands) | H1 2024 (RMB thousands) | Change Rate | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Profit for the Period | 104,537 | 106,658 | (1.99%) | | Total Comprehensive Income | 127,974 | 97,790 | 30.87% | - The increase in total comprehensive income was primarily influenced by foreign currency translation adjustments[52] 6. Property, Plant and Equipment, Inventories, Intangible Assets As of June 30, 2025, PPE slightly decreased, inventories declined, while intangible assets substantially increased by 131.56% due to a cancelled disposal and higher mining expenditures H1 2025 Asset Changes | Indicator | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | December 31, 2024 (RMB thousands) | Change Rate | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Property, Plant and Equipment | 617,818 | 654,085 | (5.54%) | | Inventories | 183,419 | 261,314 | (29.81%) | | Intangible Assets | 647,570 | 279,655 | 131.56% | - The decrease in inventories was primarily due to lower unit costs and reduced inventory volumes in the high-purity iron business[53] - The significant increase in intangible assets was mainly due to the cancellation of the Primary Gold Pty Ltd disposal transaction, leading to the reclassification of related assets, and increased expenditures on iron and gold mining rights and exploration[53] 7. Trade and Other Receivables, Trade and Other Payables As of June 30, 2025, trade receivables and bills receivable significantly increased, while trade and other payables slightly decreased H1 2025 Receivables/Payables Changes | Indicator | June 30, 2025 (RMB thousands) | December 31, 2024 (RMB thousands) | Change Rate | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Trade Receivables | 271,546 | 156,299 | 73.73% | | Other Receivables | 67,680 | 66,332 | 2.03% | | Bills Receivable | 463,204 | 286,076 | 61.92% | | Trade Payables | 184,925 | 195,391 | (5.36%) | | Other Payables | 112,109 | 129,160 | (13.20%) | - The increase in trade receivables was primarily due to higher trade receivables in the high-purity iron segment[54] - The increase in bills receivable was mainly due to a higher volume of bills received during the period that have not yet been discounted or endorsed[54] 8. Cash Flow Analysis H1 2025 saw net cash outflows from operating and investing activities, significant net cash inflows from financing, and a net increase in cash and cash equivalents H1 2025 Consolidated Cash Flow Statement Summary | Indicator | H1 2025 (RMB thousands) | H1 2024 (RMB thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities | (126,045) (Outflow) | 98,608 (Inflow) | | Net Cash Flow from Investing Activities | (342,580) (Outflow) | 10,146 (Inflow) | | Net Cash Flow from Financing Activities | 559,290 (Inflow) | (35,239) (Outflow) | | Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents | 90,665 | 73,515 | - Net cash outflow from operating activities was primarily affected by net changes in working capital and income tax payments offsetting profit before tax[57] - Net cash inflow from financing activities mainly resulted from new bank loans, discounted bills, and factoring of trade receivables[58] [9. Cash and Borrowings](index=21&type=section&id=9.%20Cash%20