CIXING(SZ:300307)2023-04-11 16:00Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for 2022 was ¥1,900,848,528.55, a decrease of 10.81% compared to ¥2,131,152,264.89 in 2021[24] - Net profit attributable to shareholders for 2022 was ¥91,264,600.00, representing a 3.51% increase from ¥88,171,578.23 in the previous year[24] - Basic earnings per share for 2022 were ¥0.12, up 9.09% from ¥0.11 in 2021[24] - The total non-recurring gains and losses amounted to approximately CNY 49.41 million in 2022, slightly down from CNY 49.43 million in 2021[31] - The revenue from the knitting machine business was CNY 1,468,414,478.26, accounting for 77.25% of total revenue, down 5.48% from the previous year[54] - Domestic revenue was CNY 1,641,215,980.93, representing 86.34% of total revenue, a decline of 15.50% year-on-year[54] - The company reported a significant increase in research and development expenses, totaling ¥86.57 million, which is a 13.23% increase year-on-year[65] - The company reported a net profit of 91,264,600.00 CNY attributable to shareholders, while the parent company achieved a net profit of 113,929,177.45 CNY[133] Cash Flow and Assets - The net cash flow from operating activities improved significantly, reaching -¥7,585,184.04, a 94.72% increase compared to -¥143,613,969.16 in 2021[24] - Total assets at the end of 2022 amounted to ¥4,420,949,370.99, reflecting a 9.04% increase from ¥4,054,517,310.64 at the end of 2021[24] - The company's net assets attributable to shareholders increased by 3.88% to ¥2,750,393,270.02 from ¥2,647,559,973.37 in 2021[24] - Operating cash inflow for 2022 was ¥2,035,044,673.09, a year-on-year increase of 6.73%[69] - The company's inventory at the end of 2022 was ¥913,014,394.10, which is 20.65% of total assets, up from 19.33% in the previous year[72] - The long-term equity investment increased significantly to ¥344,205,611.05, representing 7.79% of total assets, compared to 3.91% in 2021[72] Market Position and Strategy - In 2022, the company sold over 21,000 computer knitting machines, maintaining sales levels compared to the previous year, while the overall industry sales dropped by 27%[36] - The company achieved a steady increase in market share, leveraging its technological advantages and product quality in a challenging market environment[36] - The company operates a dual sales model combining direct sales and sales consultant assistance, ensuring effective market penetration and customer service[40] - The company aims to enhance its research on intelligent knitting equipment and will continue to develop strategic new products and technologies to support industry upgrades[87] - The company is focusing on expanding its market presence and enhancing its product offerings in the knitting machinery industry[106] Research and Development - The company holds a total of 138 invention patents, 320 utility model patents, and 25 design patents, showcasing its strong R&D capabilities[43] - The total R&D investment for 2022 was ¥86,568,813.79, representing 4.55% of operating revenue, an increase from 3.59% in 2021[67] - The number of R&D personnel increased to 267, a rise of 3.09% from 259 in 2021, with R&D personnel accounting for 15.52% of the total workforce[67] - The company is currently developing new knitting machines to meet customer demands for 14 and 16 needle fabrics, aiming to enhance product competitiveness[66] Governance and Management - The company held three shareholder meetings in 2022, with participation rates of 5.72%, 5.51%, and 5.49% respectively[101] - The company underwent a board restructuring on November 14, 2022, with multiple new appointments including Hu Yueyong as a director and Lin Xueming as an independent director[105] - The company has experienced a turnover in senior management, with the resignation of co-general manager Sun Haohan and co-financial director Xu Zhihan on February 14, 2022[105] - The company has a strong leadership team with over 30 years of industry experience, including Chairman and General Manager Sun Pingfan[106] - The company has a complete and independent financial management system, including independent accounting and tax obligations[100] Risks and Challenges - The company highlighted risks in future development in the management discussion section of the report[3] - The company faces market risks due to reduced downstream demand and intense competition, prompting efforts to improve product quality and market competitiveness[91] - The company has significant accounts receivable risks due to reliance on forward letters of credit and credit sales, which may lead to potential bad debt losses[91] - The company is exposed to exchange rate risks as many overseas contracts are settled in USD without hedging measures in place[92] Corporate Social Responsibility - The company donated RMB 360,000 to the Cixi Charity Association as part of its social responsibility initiatives[147] Shareholder Information - The largest shareholder, Ningbo Yuren Intelligent Technology (Group) Co., Ltd., holds 17.39% of the shares, totaling 135,754,541 shares[184] - The second largest shareholder, Yuren Enterprise Co., Ltd., holds 15.81% of the shares, totaling 123,377,907 shares[184] - The company has a total of 35,404 shareholders as of the end of the reporting period[186] - The controlling shareholder is a natural person, Sun Pingfan, who is also the chairman of the company[188] Internal Controls - The company has established effective internal control systems that comply with regulatory requirements, ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting and risk management[138] - The internal control self-assessment report was disclosed on April 12, 2023, confirming the effectiveness of the internal control measures[140] - The audit committee strictly followed the Company Law and Securities Law in its operations, ensuring compliance with legal regulations[120]