Financial Performance - Total revenue for the year 2023 was RMB 203,484,000, a decrease of 27.2% compared to RMB 279,191,000 in 2022[3] - Gross profit for 2023 was RMB 22,523,000, compared to RMB 65,099,000 in 2022, reflecting a significant decline[3] - Operating loss for 2023 was RMB 66,318,000, an improvement from the operating loss of RMB 28,589,000 in 2022[3] - Net loss attributable to shareholders for 2023 was RMB 79,469,000, compared to RMB 40,027,000 in 2022, indicating a worsening financial performance[4] - Basic and diluted loss per share for 2023 was RMB 0.130, compared to RMB 0.065 in 2022[4] - The group reported a net loss of RMB 79.793 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to a net loss of RMB 40.009 million in 2022[30] - The company's pre-tax loss for 2023 was RMB 75,650,000, compared to a loss of RMB 35,075,000 in 2022, indicating a significant increase in losses[38] - The basic and diluted loss per share for 2023 was RMB 0.130, compared to RMB 0.065 in 2022, reflecting a 100% increase in loss per share[44] - The loss attributable to shareholders was approximately RMB 79,469,000, an increase in loss of RMB 39,442,000 compared to 2022[63] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets decreased to RMB 254,190,000 in 2023 from RMB 356,597,000 in 2022, a decline of 28.8%[8] - Total liabilities decreased to RMB 177,415,000 in 2023 from RMB 200,522,000 in 2022, a reduction of 11.5%[10] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to RMB 37,291,000 in 2023 from RMB 68,974,000 in 2022, a decline of 46.0%[8] - Inventory decreased to RMB 70,098,000 in 2023 from RMB 101,399,000 in 2022, a reduction of 30.8%[8] - The group's current liabilities exceeded its current assets by approximately RMB 13,243,000 as of December 31, 2023[17] - The total bank borrowings amounted to approximately RMB 108,749,000, with RMB 87,224,000 due within the next 12 months[17] Research and Development - The company reported a significant increase in research and development expenses, rising to RMB 27,978,000 in 2023 from RMB 20,615,000 in 2022[3] - Research and development expenses totaled RMB 20.615 million, compared to RMB 27.978 million in 2022, indicating a reduction in investment in this area[30] - The company has developed new inkjet printers targeting the medical industry, including dual-color inkjet printers and specialized printing solutions for government and enterprise sectors[53] - The company launched a cloud printing machine in 2023, enhancing the competitiveness of its traditional printers by upgrading them to cloud printing capabilities[54] - The company has introduced various self-service terminal products, utilizing unique core technologies in smart governance and healthcare sectors[55] - The company has successfully obtained medical registration for a portable oxygen concentrator, which is designed for patients with respiratory issues, featuring advanced technology for oxygen delivery[59] Market and Sales - The revenue from the printing machine segment decreased by 30% due to a significant reduction in demand for needle printers following the nationwide implementation of digital electronic invoices[18] - Revenue from external customers in the printer segment was RMB 176.848 million, accounting for about 87% of total revenue, down from RMB 253.273 million in 2022[32] - The printer business generated revenue of approximately RMB 176,848,000, accounting for about 87% of total revenue, a decrease of approximately 30% compared to 2022 due to the nationwide implementation of digital invoices and insufficient market demand[50] - Other products generated revenue of approximately RMB 26,636,000, accounting for about 13% of total revenue, an increase of approximately 3% compared to 2022, primarily driven by increased sales of medical products[51] - The company anticipates that the demand for invoice printers will continue to decline in 2024 due to the promotion of electronic invoices, but expects market demand to recover with government policies to stimulate consumption and support manufacturing[52] - The group is optimistic about the sales potential and growth in the emerging markets, which is expected to contribute stable cash inflow in 2024[21] Cost Management - Strict cost and expense control measures were implemented in the last quarter of 2023 to reduce operating cash outflow[20] - Administrative expenses for the year were RMB 39.158 million, slightly increased from RMB 38.600 million in the previous year[30] - Financing costs decreased to RMB 5.715 million in 2023 from RMB 6.242 million in 2022, reflecting a reduction in interest expenses[37] Corporate Governance and Compliance - The group did not recommend a final dividend for the year ended December 31, 2023, consistent with the previous year[80] - The group has implemented a share option plan to reward and motivate employees[78] - The audit committee has reviewed the group's performance for the year ended December 31, 2023[87] - The company has complied with the corporate governance code, except for the chairman's absence at the annual general meeting due to other business commitments[88] - There were no significant events affecting the group after December 31, 2023, up to the announcement date[79] Employment and Workforce - As of December 31, 2023, the group employed 670 staff, a decrease from 768 staff in 2022[78]
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