Financial Performance - For the year ended December 31, 2022, the Group's total revenue was approximately RMB 2,861.8 million, representing an increase of approximately 3.4% from RMB 2,767.7 million in 2021[23]. - The net profit for the year ended December 31, 2022, was approximately RMB 77.8 million, a decrease of approximately 74.3% from RMB 303.2 million in 2021[23]. - The Board did not recommend the payment of a final dividend for the year ended December 31, 2022[24]. - Gross profit decreased by approximately RMB430.1 million, or about 50.5%, to approximately RMB421.4 million in 2022, with a gross profit margin of approximately 14.7% compared to 30.8% in 2021[70][73]. - Profit for the year decreased by approximately RMB225.4 million, or 74.3%, from approximately RMB303.2 million in 2021 to approximately RMB77.8 million in 2022[71][73]. - The total contracted sales for the Group was RMB2,132.3 million, down 50.6% from RMB4,312.1 million in 2021[66]. - Property sales amounted to approximately RMB2,850.0 million, representing a 3.5% increase from RMB2,753.4 million in 2021[75]. - Rental income increased by 28.8% to RMB6.8 million from RMB5.3 million in 2021[75]. - Service income decreased by 45.4% to RMB4.9 million from RMB9.0 million in 2021[75]. - The average selling price (ASP) for saleable GFA decreased by 8.3% to approximately RMB6,152 per square meter in 2022, primarily due to a decline in market prices in Henan Province[67]. - The average selling price (ASP) for residential properties decreased from RMB6,018 per sq.m. in 2021 to RMB5,716 per sq.m. in 2022[81]. - The ASP for commercial properties increased from RMB7,884 per sq.m. in 2021 to RMB8,840 per sq.m. in 2022, despite a 29.1% decrease in GFA recognized[82]. - The Group's return on assets decreased to 0.8% in 2022 from 3.2% in 2021, and return on equity fell to 4.2% from 18.0%[124]. - The net profit margin declined to 2.7% in 2022 compared to 11.0% in 2021[124]. Market Conditions - In 2022, the Group faced significant challenges in the real estate industry, with sales plunging due to low consumer confidence and the impact of COVID-19[12]. - The real estate industry faced significant challenges in 2022, with all aspects recording substantial declines due to market confidence issues[25]. - The real estate industry in China faced significant pressure due to the COVID-19 pandemic and a lack of confidence among homebuyers[44]. - The property market in Henan Province remains competitive, with significant competition from both national and local developers[126]. - Looking towards 2023, the economic recovery is expected to improve gradually, supported by adjustments in pandemic prevention policies and economic stabilization measures[26]. - The real estate market is expected to see positive changes in 2023 due to supportive policies, despite currently being in an adjustment stage[151][153]. Corporate Strategy and Operations - The Group's development strategy focuses on integrity management and fulfilling promises to achieve a win-win situation for customers, society, employees, and investors[19]. - The Group plans to upgrade its marketing strategy and enhance product competitiveness to clear excess inventory and improve sales[31]. - A comprehensive cost management system will be established to enhance cost control capabilities throughout the project development cycle[31]. - The Group aims to strengthen employee training programs to improve overall skills and productivity[31]. - The Group will actively explore new methods of real estate development to capture opportunities during the recovery period[32]. - The Group adjusted its marketing strategies, increasing online promotion and reducing selling costs to maximize sales potential[55]. - The Group focused on improving product quality and customer satisfaction by updating product compatibility standards and standardizing floor plans[55]. - The Group aims to stabilize its business operations and improve capital investment for different projects in collaboration with government platform companies[155][156]. - The Group will focus on ensuring quality assurance as a foundation for future development while managing project construction and market delivery progress[155][157]. - The Group's management is confident in returning to a path of stable development with the implementation of favorable policies in the real estate sector[156][157]. Corporate Social Responsibility - The Group donated approximately RMB 5.6 million to charity in 2022, fulfilling its corporate social responsibilities[13]. - The Group was recognized as one of the "200 Top Real Estate Companies in China" and received the "2022 Contribution Award for Urban Operation" at various industry summits[17]. Acquisitions and Investments - The Group established and acquired equity interests in Xuchang Hengrun Real Estate Company Limited and Xuchang Jian'an District Hengyu Industrial Company Limited in 2022[18]. - The Group increased its shareholding in Xuchang City Jian'an District Hengmu Property Company Limited from 51% to 100%[18]. - The Group acquired equity interests in several companies and increased its share ratio in one company from 51% to 100%[56]. - The Group acquired commercial and residential land in Xuchang with a gross floor area of approximately 160,000 square meters[56]. - The Group has not engaged in any material acquisitions or disposals during the year ended December 31, 2022[135]. - The Group has no current plans to acquire any material investments or capital assets outside of its ordinary property development business[136][140]. Management and Governance - Mr. LI Xiaobing has extensive experience in strategic planning and operational management in the property development business in China since joining the Group in October 2004[159]. - Mr. WANG Zhenfeng has been the chief executive officer of Xuchang Hengda since February 2013, with a strong background in financial management and corporate administration[161]. - Ms. QI Chunfeng has been a director and deputy chief executive officer of Xuchang Hengda since 2010, bringing extensive experience in financial supervision and operational management[166]. - Mr. WANG Quan has served as deputy chief executive officer since April 2005, focusing on operational management and corporate administration[171]. - Mr. LEE Kwok Lun, appointed as an independent non-executive Director in October 2018, has over 15 years of experience in accounting and financial management[175]. - The Group's management team has extensive experience in finance and investment, contributing to its strategic decision-making[188]. - The Group's independent non-executive directors bring over 17 years of experience in investment banking and corporate financing activities[183]. Compliance and Risk Management - The Group aims to maintain high integrity standards and has implemented various internal control measures and training across all business units[196]. - There was an unintentional non-compliance incident with Rule 14A.35 of the Listing Rules during the year, but no significant violations of laws and regulations occurred[196]. - The Group has been committed to ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements throughout its operations[200]. - The Group's exposure to interest rate changes is primarily due to its borrowings, with no hedging in place for cash flow or fair value interest rate risk[133]. - The majority of the Group's transactions and assets are denominated in Renminbi, limiting foreign currency risk[134].
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