Financial Performance - The net profit attributable to shareholders for 2021 was RMB 93.9262 million, with a proposed cash dividend of RMB 2.4 per 10 shares, totaling RMB 28.8 million, which represents 30.66% of the net profit[5]. - The company has not yet achieved profitability since its listing[4]. - The company's operating revenue for 2021 was ¥493.70 million, representing a 21.01% increase compared to ¥407.99 million in 2020[20]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders for 2021 was ¥93.93 million, up 19.88% from ¥78.35 million in 2020[20]. - The net asset attributable to shareholders increased by 9.27% to ¥863.80 million at the end of 2021, compared to ¥790.53 million at the end of 2020[20]. - Total assets rose by 12.63% to ¥998.18 million at the end of 2021, compared to ¥886.21 million at the end of 2020[20]. - The basic earnings per share for 2021 was ¥0.78, a decrease of 4.88% from ¥0.82 in 2020[21]. - The net cash flow from operating activities for 2021 was ¥67.79 million, a decrease of 27.34% from ¥93.29 million in 2020[20]. - The company reported non-recurring gains of ¥20.95 million in 2021, compared to ¥7.73 million in 2020[25]. - The gross profit margin for the main business was 42.54%, a decrease of 3.07 percentage points compared to the previous year[103]. Research and Development - The R&D expenditure as a percentage of operating revenue was 5.35% in 2021, down from 6.26% in 2020[22]. - The company achieved a total R&D investment of ¥26,425,953.50 in 2021, representing a 3.48% increase from ¥25,536,368.36 in the previous year[71]. - The company obtained 8 new invention patents during the reporting period, bringing the total number of invention patents to 50[68]. - The company has developed core technologies in environmentally friendly water-based coatings, achieving significant advantages in safety and VOC reduction[63]. - The company continues to invest in R&D to enhance existing products and develop new ones, reflecting its commitment to innovation and market leadership[68]. - The company has invested a total of ¥485.12 million in the research of UV light absorbers and functional coatings, with an ongoing development of four invention patents[73]. - The company has developed a water-based infrared stealth coating, which is positioned as a leading product in the domestic market and advanced internationally, showcasing its competitive edge in high-tech materials[75]. Market and Industry Insights - The automotive paint industry in China had a market size of approximately $4.5 billion in 2019, accounting for 25% of the global market[51]. - The expected annual growth rate for the automotive paint market in China is 4.9%, with a projected market size of $5.6 billion by 2025[51]. - The automotive aftermarket repair coatings segment accounted for over 60% of the company's main business revenue, emphasizing its significance to overall performance[96]. - The automotive aftermarket repair coatings industry has high technical barriers, making it difficult for new entrants to replicate existing products quickly[55]. - The company is focusing on green and efficient technologies, including fully water-based products and high solid content coatings[59]. Operational and Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to maintain the total distribution amount unchanged even if the total share capital changes before the dividend record date[5]. - The company plans to continue expanding its market presence and invest in new product development to drive future growth[19]. - The company aims to enhance its market position by leveraging its unique competitive advantages and broad development prospects in the automotive repair coatings sector[58]. - The company is committed to long-term R&D processes, as evidenced by its advanced water-based automotive repair coatings and other innovative products that lead the global market[82]. - The company plans to enhance its internal management system, including risk control and internal audit mechanisms, to mitigate operational risks[147]. Corporate Governance and Management - The management has confirmed the accuracy and completeness of the financial report[5]. - There are no non-operational fund occupations by controlling shareholders or related parties[7]. - The company has not violated decision-making procedures for external guarantees[7]. - The report includes a standard unqualified audit opinion from Lixin Certified Public Accountants[4]. - The company has maintained independence and operational capability without any significant issues related to its controlling shareholder[157]. - The board of directors and senior management have maintained their shareholdings without any changes during the reporting period[161]. Employee and Talent Management - The number of R&D personnel increased to 78, representing 11.43% of the total workforce, up from 11% in the previous year, highlighting a commitment to innovation[80]. - The average salary for R&D personnel rose to 11.14 million RMB, an increase from 9.6 million RMB in the previous year, reflecting the company's investment in talent[80]. - The company has a competitive salary and benefits policy, linking employee compensation directly to their contributions and performance, with a focus on a performance-centered incentive system[186]. - The company has implemented a series of training programs to enhance employee skills and corporate culture, including onboarding and skills training[187]. Risks and Challenges - The company faces environmental risks due to increasing regulatory requirements and potential cost increases related to environmental compliance[98]. - The company's accounts receivable at the end of the reporting period stood at CNY 112.2568 million, representing 11.25% of total assets, highlighting potential bad debt risks[92]. - The company's inventory net amount was CNY 76.4907 million, making up 7.66% of total assets, indicating risks related to inventory turnover[93]. - The company enjoys a 15% corporate income tax rate as a high-tech enterprise, which could be adversely affected by changes in tax policies[94].
东来技术(688129) - 2021 Q4 - 年度财报