Financial Performance - The company's revenue for 2023 decreased by 32.2% year-on-year to RMB 1,096.4 million, down from RMB 1,616.6 million in 2022[8]. - The net profit attributable to the company's shareholders for 2023 was RMB 30.5 million, a significant recovery from a net loss of RMB 45.9 million in 2022[8]. - The adjusted net profit for 2023 was RMB 35.5 million, compared to an adjusted loss of RMB 31.8 million in 2022, primarily due to reduced operating costs and stricter internal control of related expenses[14]. - The internet advertising business revenue fell sharply to RMB 838.9 million in 2023 from RMB 1,425.8 million in 2022[13]. - Gross profit for the year was RMB 244.5 million, down about 20.9% from RMB 309.1 million in 2022, with a gross margin of approximately 22.3%[35]. - Selling and distribution expenses decreased by 23.8% to RMB 117.7 million, while the percentage of total revenue increased to approximately 10.7%[36]. - Administrative expenses were RMB 115.8 million, a reduction of 42.8% from RMB 202.5 million in 2022, with the percentage of total revenue decreasing to about 10.6%[38]. - The company recorded a profit attributable to equity holders of RMB 30.5 million, compared to a loss of RMB 45.9 million in 2022, with basic earnings per share of RMB 0.029[39]. - The company recorded total revenue of RMB 1,096.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, a decrease of approximately 32.2% compared to RMB 1,616.6 million in 2022[34]. User Operation SaaS Platform - The user operation SaaS platform business generated revenue of RMB 191.9 million in 2023, an increase from RMB 165.5 million in 2022[13]. - The total value of new contracts signed (including renewals) for the user operation SaaS platform was approximately RMB 89.2 million in 2023, down from RMB 138.8 million in 2022[16]. - The company signed 368 new contracts (including renewals) for its user operation SaaS platform in 2023, down from 464 in 2022[23]. - Revenue from the user operation SaaS platform increased by 15.9% to RMB 191.9 million, primarily due to growth in other value-added services[34]. - The average revenue per signed contract was approximately RMB 242,000 in 2023[23]. Advertising Business - Internet advertising revenue dropped by 41.2% to RMB 838.9 million in 2023, compared to RMB 1,425.8 million in 2022[29]. - Internet advertising revenue decreased by 41.2% to RMB 838.9 million, reflecting a significant weakness in growth due to tightening budgets from advertising clients amid economic uncertainty[34]. - The number of content distribution channels for internet advertising decreased to 3,362 in 2023 from 5,023 in 2022[21]. Customer Metrics - As of December 31, 2023, the company had 693 paying customers, a decrease from 711 in 2022, with 248 from the financial sector and 445 from other industries[16]. - Daily active users decreased to 23.2 million in 2023 from 36.9 million in 2022, while monthly active users fell to 373.0 million from 565.6 million[17]. - The company's major customers accounted for 74.0% of total revenue for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023, down from 86.8% in 2022, with the largest customer contributing 30.4% of total revenue[89]. Assets and Liabilities - Total non-current assets increased to RMB 385.4 million in 2023, up from RMB 226.0 million in 2022[12]. - Current assets rose to RMB 1,756.1 million in 2023, compared to RMB 1,583.7 million in 2022[12]. - Total current liabilities increased to RMB 784.1 million in 2023 from RMB 501.1 million in 2022[12]. - As of December 31, 2023, the group holds a 19.0% stake in Zhejiang Gushang Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. with a book value of RMB 234.9 million, representing approximately 11.0% of the group's total assets[50]. Operational Efficiency - The company’s R&D expenses decreased by 63.8% to RMB 44.7 million in 2023 from RMB 123.5 million in 2022, with R&D staff reduced to 144 from 298[30]. - The click-through rate improved to 29.8% in 2023 from 24.9% in 2022[17]. - The company aims to continue providing efficient and precise digital marketing solutions to enhance customer loyalty amid economic uncertainties[9]. Economic Outlook - The outlook for 2024 indicates that global economic uncertainties may impact the growth rate of advertising spending, leading to conservative digital transformation expenditures by businesses[9]. - The group anticipates that global economic uncertainty may impact the growth rate of advertising spending in 2024, leading to more conservative digital transformation expenditures by companies[58]. Corporate Governance - The company has established a compensation committee to review the compensation policies and structures for all directors and senior management, considering the group's operational performance and individual contributions[116]. - The board consists of three executive directors, one non-executive director, and three independent non-executive directors, complying with listing rules regarding board composition[183]. - The company has implemented a board diversity policy that considers various aspects such as gender, age, and professional qualifications[189]. - The audit committee, chaired by an independent non-executive director, oversees the effectiveness of financial reporting and internal controls[169]. - The company has retained Ernst & Young as its auditor for the reporting period, with a resolution for their reappointment to be presented at the annual general meeting[173]. Employee Relations - The number of employees decreased to 437 as of December 31, 2023, down from 748 a year earlier, with employee benefit expenses amounting to approximately RMB 166.5 million[56]. - The company has not experienced any labor disputes or strikes during the reporting period, maintaining good relations with employees[95]. - The company provides competitive salaries and additional benefits to employees, including meal subsidies and continuous education[94]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company is committed to environmental protection and resource conservation, implementing various measures to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions[98]. - The group donated a total of RMB 26,000 to various charitable organizations during the year ended December 31, 2023[57]. - The company made charitable donations totaling RMB 260,000 during the reporting period[160]. Investment and Financial Management - The company is exploring investment opportunities in private equity funds and fixed-income private funds to better utilize its cash reserves[69]. - The company has implemented a financial product investment management policy to enhance investment approval processes, particularly for non-principal protected products exceeding RMB 20 million, which requires board approval[78]. - The company has established long-term relationships with major customers and has a large customer base, focusing on improving customer experience and reducing complaints[92].
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