Financial Performance - Hotel revenue for Q1 2025 increased by 14.3% year-over-year to RMB 22.5 billion, and by 15.3% excluding Steigenberger Hotels GmbH[6] - Total revenue for Q1 2025 grew by 2.2% year-over-year to RMB 5.4 billion (approximately $744 million), aligning with previous guidance[6] - Net profit attributable to the company for Q1 2025 was RMB 894 million (approximately $123 million), compared to RMB 659 million in Q1 2024[6] - EBITDA for Q1 2025 was RMB 1.6 billion (approximately $222 million), up from RMB 1.3 billion in Q1 2024[6] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was RMB 1.5 billion (approximately $206 million), compared to RMB 1.4 billion in Q1 2024[6] - Operating profit for Q1 2025 was RMB 1.1 billion (approximately $149 million), a year-over-year increase of 7.9%[16] - The company recorded a net profit attributable to Huazhu Group Limited of RMB 894 million (approximately $123 million), a year-over-year increase of 35.7%[17] - The adjusted net profit (non-GAAP) for the quarter was RMB 771 million, compared to RMB 321 million in the previous quarter, indicating strong operational performance[41] - The adjusted EBITDA for the same quarter was RMB 1,421 million, up from RMB 1,246 million in the previous quarter, reflecting a strong operational performance[42] Revenue Expectations - The company expects Q2 2025 revenue to grow between 1% to 5% year-over-year, or 3% to 7% excluding DH[7] - The company expects revenue growth for Q2 2025 to be between 1% to 5% compared to Q2 2024, or between 3% to 7% excluding DH[20] - Management and franchise income is projected to increase by 18% to 22% compared to Q2 2024[20] Hotel Operations - As of March 31, 2025, the company operated 11,685 hotels with a total of 1,142,158 rooms[6] - The company opened 694 hotels in Q1 2025 and closed 155 hotels during the same period[8] - In Q1 2025, the company opened 694 new hotels in China, aiming for a total of approximately 2,300 new hotels for the year[11] - The total number of hotels as of March 31, 2025, was 11,564, with a net increase of 539 hotels during the first quarter of 2025[45] - The company has 2,865 hotels in the pipeline, indicating ongoing expansion plans[46] - The company has 2,888 hotels in the pipeline, indicating significant future expansion potential[52] Financial Position - As of March 31, 2025, the company's total cash and cash equivalents amounted to RMB 8.2 billion (approximately $1.1 billion), with restricted cash of RMB 121 million (approximately $16 million)[19] - The total debt and net cash balance as of March 31, 2025, were RMB 5.3 billion (approximately $726 million) and RMB 3.0 billion (approximately $418 million), respectively[19] - Total assets decreased from RMB 62,552 million on December 31, 2024, to RMB 61,559 million by March 31, 2025[32] - Total liabilities increased from RMB 50,281 million to RMB 50,937 million during the same period[33] - The company reported a decrease in total equity from RMB 12,271 million to RMB 10,622 million[33] - Short-term debt decreased slightly from RMB 880 million to RMB 849 million[33] - The company has a total of RMB 1,864 million in deferred revenue as of March 31, 2025[33] - Huazhu Group's goodwill increased from RMB 5,221 million to RMB 5,300 million[32] Market Strategy - The company continues to implement a light-asset strategy, focusing on quality network expansion and enhancing brand positioning[11] - The company plans to continue expanding its market presence and investing in new technologies to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience[40] Non-GAAP Measures - The company utilizes non-GAAP financial measures such as adjusted net profit and adjusted EBITDA to provide meaningful supplemental information regarding its performance[23] - EBITDA is considered a useful financial indicator reflecting operational and financial performance before financing and tax impacts[24] - The company believes that adjusted EBITDA better reflects its financial performance capabilities[25] - The use of EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA has certain limitations, as it does not account for depreciation, amortization, interest expenses, and income taxes[25] - The company emphasizes that non-GAAP measures should not be viewed as substitutes for GAAP financial measures[26] Hotel Segment Performance - Revenue from the Legacy-Huazhu segment in Q1 2025 was RMB 4.5 billion, a year-over-year increase of 5.5% driven by ongoing hotel network expansion[13] - The average daily rate for Legacy-Huazhu hotels in Q1 2025 was RMB 272, down from RMB 280 in Q1 2024[9] - The occupancy rate for Legacy-Huazhu hotels in Q1 2025 was 76.2%, compared to 77.2% in Q1 2024[9] - The occupancy rate for all operating Legacy-DH hotels in Q1 2025 was 61.1%, up from 55.8% in Q1 2024 but down from 70.5% in the previous quarter[12] - The revenue from management franchise and licensed hotels in Q1 2025 was RMB 2.5 billion (approximately $344 million), a year-over-year increase of 21.1%[14] - The average daily room rate for leased and owned hotels decreased by 2.2% year-over-year to RMB 346, while the occupancy rate dropped by 1.3 percentage points to 81.0%[47] - The average revenue per available room (RevPAR) for leased and owned hotels decreased by 3.8% year-over-year to RMB 280[47] Conference Call - The company will hold a conference call on May 20, 2025, to discuss its financial results[22]

User Growth and Engagement - As of March 31, 2025, the platform has connected with 163 financial institution partners and 268.2 million consumers with potential credit needs, an increase of 11.1% from 241.4 million a year ago[5] - The number of users with approved credit limits reached 58.4 million, up 11.6% from 52.3 million as of March 31, 2024[5] Loan Performance - The total loan volume facilitated reached RMB 88,883 million, a 15.8% increase from RMB 76,784 million in the same period last year[5] - The total outstanding loan balance was RMB 140,273 million, reflecting a 5.5% increase from RMB 132,964 million as of March 31, 2024[5] - The 90-day+ delinquency rate for loans was 2.02% as of March 31, 2025[5] - The first-day overdue rate was 5.0%, while the 30-day recovery rate was 88.1%, indicating stable risk performance despite macroeconomic fluctuations[10] - The weighted average contract term for loans initiated by financial institutions was approximately 10.17 months, slightly up from 10.10 months in the same period last year[5] Financial Performance - Total net revenue for the first quarter was RMB 4,690.7 million (USD 646.4 million), compared to RMB 4,482.3 million in the previous quarter[10] - Net profit for the first quarter was RMB 1,796.6 million (USD 247.6 million), down from RMB 1,912.7 million in the previous quarter[10] - Non-GAAP net profit was RMB 1,926.2 million (USD 265.4 million), compared to RMB 1,972.4 million in the previous quarter[10] - The company reported a diluted net income per American Depositary Share (ADS) of RMB 12.62 (USD 1.74), down from RMB 13.24 in the previous quarter[10] - Total revenue for Q1 2025 reached RMB 4.69 billion (USD 646.4 million), an increase from RMB 4.15 billion in Q1 2024 and RMB 4.48 billion in the previous quarter[13] - Net profit under non-GAAP was RMB 1.93 billion (USD 272.1 million), compared to RMB 1.41 billion in Q1 2024 and RMB 1.95 billion in the previous quarter[18] Operating Costs and Profitability - Operating costs totaled RMB 2.72 billion (USD 374.3 million), a decrease from RMB 2.79 billion in Q1 2024 and an increase from RMB 2.59 billion in the previous quarter[15] - Operating profit margin was 42.1%, with a non-GAAP operating profit margin of 44.9%[19] - The company reported a net profit attributable to the company of RMB 1,800.2 million ($248.1 million), compared to RMB 1,164.3 million in the same period of 2024[20] Future Outlook and Investments - The company plans to continue investing in AI technology to enhance its credit services and improve operational efficiency[10] - The company plans to generate net profit of RMB 1.65 billion to RMB 1.75 billion for Q2 2025, reflecting a year-over-year growth of 24% to 31%[30] - The company plans to continue expanding its market presence and investing in new technologies to drive future growth[45] Share Repurchase and Financing - The board approved a share repurchase plan allowing the company to repurchase up to $450 million worth of American Depositary Shares or Class A ordinary shares[28] - The company issued USD 690 million in convertible notes to support its share repurchase plan, enhancing its financial foundation[18] - The company issued $690 million of convertible preferred notes due in 2030, with plans to use the net proceeds for additional share repurchases[29] Cash Flow and Assets - The company’s cash and cash equivalents increased to RMB 8,578,822 thousand as of March 31, 2025, up from RMB 4,452,416 thousand as of December 31, 2024, representing a growth of 93.5%[43] - The company reported a total asset value of RMB 55,627,168 thousand as of March 31, 2025, equivalent to approximately USD 7,665,629 thousand[43] - Operating cash flow for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was RMB 2,805,685, an increase of 43.4% compared to RMB 1,958,267 in 2024[48] Liabilities and Equity - Total liabilities increased to RMB 32,511,226 thousand as of March 31, 2025, compared to RMB 23,886,399 thousand as of December 31, 2024, indicating a rise of 36.5%[44] - The company’s equity totalled RMB 23,115,942 thousand as of March 31, 2025, down from RMB 24,246,219 thousand as of December 31, 2024, showing a decrease of 4.7%[44] - The company’s non-current liabilities surged to RMB 16,133,988 thousand as of March 31, 2025, from RMB 6,414,190 thousand as of December 31, 2024, reflecting a significant increase of 150.5%[44] Non-GAAP Financial Measures - The company emphasizes the importance of non-GAAP financial measures to enhance understanding of past performance and future outlook, despite potential differences in calculation methods compared to other companies[39] - The company’s financial data should be viewed as supplementary to GAAP results, not as a substitute or superior alternative[39] - The company’s net profit margin, calculated using non-GAAP measures, is expected to provide insights into operational performance trends, excluding stock-based compensation expenses[39] Comprehensive Income - The company reported a total comprehensive income of RMB 1,784,813 for the three months ended March 31, 2025, compared to RMB 1,166,297 in 2024, marking a significant increase[49] - Non-GAAP net profit for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was RMB 1,929,789, up from RMB 1,208,932 in 2024, indicating a growth of 59.5%[51] Earnings Per Share - Basic earnings per share for ordinary shares increased to RMB 6.41 in 2025 from RMB 3.73 in 2024, reflecting a growth of 71.5%[46] - The diluted earnings per American Depositary Share under GAAP was RMB 12.62 ($1.74)[21] - The diluted non-GAAP earnings per American Depositary Share was RMB 13.53 ($1.86)[22]

Financial Performance - In Q1 2025, Trip.com Group reported net revenue of RMB 13.8 billion (USD 1.9 billion), a year-over-year increase of 16% and a quarter-over-quarter increase of 9%[5]. - The company's operating income from hotel bookings was RMB 5.5 billion (USD 764 million), up 23% year-over-year, driven by increased bookings[5]. - Transportation ticketing revenue reached RMB 5.4 billion (USD 747 million), reflecting an 8% year-over-year increase[7]. - The adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was RMB 4.2 billion (USD 586 million), compared to RMB 4.0 billion in the same quarter of 2024[9]. - The net profit for Q1 2025 was RMB 4.3 billion (USD 596 million), consistent with the same period in 2024 and up from RMB 2.2 billion in the previous quarter[9]. - Total revenue for Q1 2024 reached RMB 11,921 million, a 9% increase compared to Q4 2023[21]. - Net income for Q1 2024 was RMB 4,325 million, significantly higher than RMB 2,191 million in Q4 2023[22]. - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2024 was RMB 3,974 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 33%[23]. - The company reported a gross profit of RMB 9,667 million for Q1 2024, reflecting a gross margin of approximately 81%[21]. Cash and Investments - The company’s cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, and short-term investments totaled RMB 92.9 billion (USD 12.8 billion) as of March 31, 2025[10]. - Cash and cash equivalents, along with restricted cash, were reported at RMB 51.093 billion as of December 31, 2024, increasing to RMB 56.360 billion by March 31, 2025[19]. - The company repurchased approximately 1.6 million American Depositary Shares (ADS) for a total consideration of about USD 84 million as part of its capital return policy[11]. Expenses - Research and development expenses for Q1 2025 were RMB 3.5 billion (USD 486 million), a 13% increase year-over-year[7]. - Sales and marketing expenses rose to RMB 3.0 billion (USD 413 million), a 30% increase compared to the same quarter last year[8]. - The total operating expenses for Q1 2024 were RMB 6,352 million, which is a 19% increase compared to Q4 2023[21]. - Research and development expenses for Q1 2024 were RMB 3,109 million, representing a 6% increase from Q4 2023[21]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of December 31, 2024, amounted to RMB 242.581 billion, with a projected increase to RMB 247.762 billion by March 31, 2025[19]. - The total liabilities increased from RMB 99.099 billion as of December 31, 2024, to RMB 100.776 billion by March 31, 2025[20]. - Shareholders' equity for the company rose from RMB 141.807 billion as of December 31, 2024, to RMB 145.153 billion by March 31, 2025[20]. Strategic Focus - The company emphasizes the importance of strategic investments and acquisitions to drive future growth and mitigate competitive risks[16]. - The management highlighted ongoing development in new products and technologies to enhance user experience and market position[16]. - The company aims to expand its market presence, particularly in Asia, to capture a larger share of the travel industry[17]. Forward-Looking Statements - Forward-looking statements indicate potential risks related to economic fluctuations and competition that could impact future performance[14]. - The adjusted EBITDA margin is expected to provide insights into the company's operational efficiency and profitability trends[15]. - The company reported a net profit attributable to shareholders under non-GAAP measures, which enhances comparability of operational data across periods[15]. Earnings Per Share - The company’s earnings per share (diluted) for Q1 2024 was RMB 6.38, up from RMB 3.09 in Q4 2023[22]. - The average diluted shares outstanding increased to 675,933,592 for Q1 2024, compared to 656,190,044 in Q4 2023[22]. Interest Income - Interest income for Q1 2024 was RMB 592 million, while interest expenses were RMB 499 million, resulting in a net interest income of RMB 93 million[23].

Share Option Plan - The new share option plan was adopted in 2022, allowing the company to grant options to selected eligible participants as a reward for their contributions[3]. - The remaining duration of the new share option plan is approximately 7.24 years as of December 31, 2024[4]. - As of December 31, 2024, the number of options available for grant under the new share option plan is zero shares[4]. - The maximum allocation for each participant under the new share option plan cannot exceed 1% of the issued shares[5]. - The company has not implemented any other share option plans that comply with GEM Listing Rules Chapter 23 as of the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024[6].

Financial Performance - Total revenue for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, reached RMB 6,702.33 million, a 33% increase from RMB 5,035.71 million in the previous year[4] - Net profit attributable to the company's owners was RMB 363.58 million, reflecting a 28% growth compared to RMB 284.79 million in the prior year[4] - Adjusted EBITA for the reporting period was RMB 809.30 million, up 61% from RMB 503.58 million in the previous year[4] - The company achieved resilient growth despite market uncertainties, with rapid revenue growth in IP derivative business and ticketing platforms[9] - Adjusted EBITA for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, was RMB 809,302,000, a 60.5% increase from RMB 503,576,000 in 2024[13] - Total revenue for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, reached RMB 6,702,326,000, up 33.2% from RMB 5,035,713,000 in 2024[14] - The operating profit for the fiscal year was RMB 648.74 million, significantly higher than RMB 309.68 million in the previous year, marking an increase of approximately 109.5%[50] - The profit attributable to the owners of the company was RMB 363.58 million, compared to RMB 284.79 million in the previous year, representing a growth of about 27.6%[50] - The company reported earnings per share of RMB 1.23 for both basic and diluted shares, an increase from RMB 1.03 in the previous year[50] - The annual profit for the year ending March 31, 2025, was RMB 386,392,000, an increase from RMB 297,469,000 in 2024, representing a growth of approximately 29.9%[51] - Total comprehensive income for the year ending March 31, 2025, was RMB 432,552,000, compared to RMB 415,743,000 in 2024, reflecting a slight increase of about 4.1%[51] Market Trends - The Chinese film market recorded approximately RMB 50.5 billion in total box office revenue, a decline of about RMB 5.1 billion compared to RMB 55.6 billion in the previous period[5] - The live performance market saw ticket sales revenue of approximately RMB 57.95 billion, a year-on-year increase of 15.37%[6] - The IP licensing market in China generated retail sales of approximately RMB 155.09 billion, with licensing revenue reaching RMB 5.99 billion, maintaining a steady growth trend over seven years[7] - The two-dimensional industry in China grew from approximately RMB 18.9 billion in 2016 to about RMB 221.9 billion in 2023, indicating significant market expansion[8] Business Strategy - The company continues to implement a "content + technology" dual-drive strategy, focusing on diversifying business models and enhancing operational management[9] - The restructuring of business segments aims to better reflect the company's market positioning and business direction[10] - The company plans to utilize virtual filming and visual effects technology to reduce costs and ensure higher-than-industry baseline returns on film projects[18] - The company aims to enhance content production capabilities through collaborations with producers, directors, and writers, focusing on project reserves for future releases[15] - The group plans to continue building virtual filming studios globally to enhance the application of virtual filming technology in the film industry[22] - The group aims to expand its ticketing services to cover more overseas projects, enhancing the brand influence of "Buy Tickets on Damai" and creating a leading comprehensive ticketing service platform[28] Acquisitions and Investments - The company completed the acquisition of a 70% stake in Dongyang Meila for RMB 350 million on November 2024, aimed at offsetting loans owed by Huayi Brothers[47] - The acquisition of 51% equity in Tianhao Shengshi Entertainment Cultural Co., Ltd. for RMB 200,000,000 is expected to be completed by January 2025[99] - The fair value of identifiable net assets acquired includes cash and cash equivalents of RMB 79,653,000 and film and television copyrights valued at RMB 166,528,000[99] - The total identifiable net assets acquired amount to RMB 82,206,000 after accounting for liabilities[99] Employee and Operational Metrics - The company employed 1,733 employees as of March 31, 2025, compared to 1,455 employees a year earlier, reflecting a workforce increase of approximately 19.1%[48] - The total employee benefits expenditure was approximately RMB 885 million, slightly up from RMB 880 million in the previous year[48] - The group has initiated a plan to cultivate young directors, with 58 young directors already recruited and entering practical training in film projects[21] Financial Position - The company's total assets as of March 31, 2025, amounted to RMB 23,499,383,000, up from RMB 21,459,900,000 in 2024, indicating a growth of approximately 9.5%[52] - The total liabilities increased to RMB 7,034,083,000 in 2025 from RMB 5,639,020,000 in 2024, which is an increase of about 24.7%[53] - The equity attributable to the owners of the company rose to RMB 16,227,560,000 in 2025 from RMB 15,722,396,000 in 2024, marking an increase of approximately 3.2%[53] - The company maintained a net cash position with a capital debt ratio of zero as of March 31, 2025, consistent with the previous year[43] Segment Performance - The film technology and investment production platform generated revenue of RMB 2,711,809,000 in 2025, down from RMB 2,999,459,000 in 2024, reflecting industry challenges[14] - The revenue from the Damai segment for the fiscal year 2025 was RMB 2,057,205,000, significantly up from RMB 612,585,000 in 2024, indicating strong growth post-acquisition[14] - The adjusted EBITA for the film technology and investment production platform was RMB 73,209,000 in 2025, a decrease from RMB 811,901,000 in 2024, highlighting profitability pressures[14] - The group's revenue from the film technology and investment production platform was approximately RMB 2.712 billion, a decrease of 10% compared to approximately RMB 2.999 billion in the previous period[24] Governance and Compliance - The company has maintained high standards of corporate governance to enhance shareholder value[101] - The company's external auditor has reviewed the consolidated financial statements for the year ending March 31, 2025[103] - The annual results announcement will be published on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's website and the company's website[105]

Financial Performance - Total revenue for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, reached RMB 30,598.3 million, representing a year-on-year growth of 13.2%[4] - Net profit for the same period was RMB 1,432.0 million, showing a significant increase of 62.2% compared to the previous year[4] - Adjusted net profit amounted to RMB 1,949.7 million, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 35.6%, with the adjusted net profit margin rising from 5.3% to 6.4%[4] - Gross profit rose by 26.1% to RMB 7,432.1 million, with a gross margin of 24.3% compared to 21.8% in the prior year[21] - The adjusted net profit for the fiscal year was RMB 1,949.7 million, a 35.6% increase from RMB 1,437.9 million in the previous year[21] - The net profit attributable to the parent company for the year was RMB 1,432,427 thousand, a significant increase of 62.1% compared to RMB 883,477 thousand in 2024[52] - Basic earnings per share increased to RMB 8.91 from RMB 6.29, reflecting a growth of 41.6%[52] - The group's profit before tax for 2025 was RMB 1,432,427,000, a significant increase of 62.2% compared to RMB 883,477,000 in 2024[73] Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from the pharmaceutical self-operated business reached RMB 26,124,420,000, growing by 10.0% year-on-year, driven by an expanded product range and improved user experience[23] - Revenue from the pharmaceutical e-commerce platform business totaled RMB 3,588,499,000, reflecting a significant increase of 54.0% year-on-year[24] - Revenue from healthcare and digital services decreased by 7.5% to RMB 885,373 from RMB 957,838 in 2024[63] User Engagement and Growth - The annual active user count on the Tmall Health platform continued to increase, contributing to a healthy growth in GMV (Gross Merchandise Volume)[8] - The number of online main merchants on the Tmall Health platform grew by 35% year-on-year to 48,300, while the number of SKUs increased by over 91% to 133 million[8] - The self-operated SKU count rose by 33.6% to 1.23 million, enhancing user experience for chronic disease patients[9] - The annual GMV of the Tmall Health platform increased significantly, with active online merchants growing by 35% to 48,300 and online SKUs rising over 91% to 133 million as of March 31, 2025[12] Operational Efficiency and Technology - The company is actively exploring AI applications in healthcare, aligning with national policies to enhance efficiency and service quality in the healthcare sector[7] - The group is committed to building a smart healthcare ecosystem by integrating AI technology with comprehensive pharmaceutical services[20] - The company is committed to leveraging digital technology and operations to provide accessible and efficient healthcare services to millions of families[10] Healthcare Services and Initiatives - The company has signed contracts with nearly 240,000 healthcare professionals to provide online health consultation services[10] - The group expanded its internet hospital services, successfully diversifying into multiple specialties, enhancing patient management and education[16] - The group actively engaged in social responsibility initiatives, providing medical support to vulnerable groups across 31 provinces and regions in China[19] Financial Position and Cash Flow - Cash and cash equivalents as of March 31, 2025, were RMB 2,218,296,000, a decrease from RMB 3,490,169,000 as of March 31, 2024[38] - Net cash flow from operating activities for the year ended March 31, 2025, was RMB 1,395,033,000, compared to RMB 1,079,832,000 in 2024, representing an increase of 29.2%[39] - Net cash used in investing activities was RMB 2,596,482,000 for the year ended March 31, 2025, down from RMB 4,880,900,000 in 2024, indicating a reduction of 46.7%[41] - Net cash used in financing activities was RMB 72,517,000 for the year ended March 31, 2025, compared to RMB 1,982,395,000 in 2024, showing a significant decrease of 96.3%[42] - The company had no outstanding borrowings as of March 31, 2025, maintaining a capital debt ratio of zero[43] Employee and Corporate Governance - The total employee cost for the year was RMB 1,067.9 million, slightly down from RMB 1,097.3 million in the previous year[47] - The company adopted the 2024 Share Award Scheme, which is similar in major aspects to the 2014 Share Award Scheme, ensuring consistency in share reward practices[47] - The company is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance to protect shareholder interests and enhance shareholder value[82] - The board has confirmed compliance with the standard code for securities trading during the reporting period[83] Other Financial Information - The company reported no significant investments, acquisitions, or disposals of subsidiaries during the reporting period[49] - The company does not have any significant contingent liabilities or pledged assets as of March 31, 2025[44] - The company had no revenue from any single external customer accounting for 10% or more of total revenue for the year ended March 31, 2025[62] - The company has not experienced any impact on its financial position or performance due to the recent accounting standard amendments[59] - The company has chosen not to disclose remaining performance obligations due to their short-term nature[66]

Financial Performance - In Q1 2025, the company's revenue reached RMB 10.02 billion, a year-on-year increase of 187.1%, driven by a 162.1% increase in sales volume and a 4.9% increase in revenue per vehicle[4] - The gross margin for Q1 2025 reached a historical high of 14.9%, compared to (1.4)% in Q1 2024, reflecting improvements from increased sales volume and ongoing cost management[4] - The company reported a loss attributable to equity holders of RMB 130 million in Q1 2025, significantly reduced from a loss of RMB 1.01 billion in Q1 2024[4] - In Q1 2025, the company's revenue reached RMB 10.02 billion, a 187.1% increase compared to RMB 3.49 billion in Q1 2024, but a 25.6% decrease from RMB 13.46 billion in Q4 2024[17] - The gross profit margin for Q1 2025 was 14.9%, improving from -1.4% in Q1 2024 and 13.3% in Q4 2024, primarily due to increased sales volume and ongoing cost management[18] - The company reported a net loss attributable to equity holders of RMB 130 million in Q1 2025, a significant improvement from a loss of RMB 1.01 billion in Q1 2024[22] Vehicle Deliveries and Sales - Vehicle deliveries in Q1 2025 totaled 87,552 units, marking a 162.1% increase year-on-year, with the C series accounting for 77.5% of total sales[5] - The company achieved a cumulative delivery milestone of over 700,000 vehicles by April 9, 2025, with the C10 model surpassing 100,000 units delivered since its launch[5] - The B10 model, launched in April 2025, has already delivered over 10,000 units within a month, showcasing strong market acceptance[5] - The company exported 13,632 vehicles from January to April 2025, making it the largest exporter among new car manufacturers, with 7,546 units exported in Q1 2025 alone[13] - As of March 31, 2025, the company has established 756 sales stores and 449 service stores, covering 279 cities, with plans to expand coverage to 80 additional cities by the end of 2025[10] - The company established over 500 overseas sales and service outlets by the end of March 2025, with more than 450 in Europe[13] Research and Development - R&D expenses in Q1 2025 were RMB 800 million, a 53.8% increase from RMB 520 million in Q1 2024, reflecting increased investment in innovation[19] - The company plans to invest RMB 800 million in smart driving technology in 2025, focusing on enhancing its self-developed end-to-end driving assistance system[9] User Experience and Service - Key user experience metrics improved, with effective follow-up rates for potential customers increasing by 4.0% and effective test drive rates rising by 9.3% compared to December 2024[11] - The company’s new retail system has successfully optimized quality and efficiency, achieving an average of 15,000 consultation services and 3,300 test drive services per day in Q1 2025[11] - The company aims to enhance user service capabilities through its "Three Fast, Two Save" service philosophy, achieving a 99.4% response rate within 15 minutes in Q1 2025[12] Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to achieve localized manufacturing in Europe by 2026 to accelerate market expansion[14] - The company received an MSCI ESG AA rating for the second consecutive year, reflecting its commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives[15] Governance and Risk - The board of directors includes both executive and non-executive members, ensuring diverse oversight[27] - The company emphasizes that forward-looking statements are based on current and future business strategies and assumptions about the operating environment[26] - Risks and uncertainties may lead to significant differences between actual performance and the forward-looking statements made[26]

Share Option Plans - The total number of shares available for issuance under the 2013 share option plan is 599,889,841 shares, accounting for approximately 9.9% of the company's issued share capital as of December 31, 2024[4]. - The 2013 share option plan has expired on May 23, 2023, and no further options can be granted under this plan[4]. - The company disclosed that there were no new options granted during the year[8]. - The company has a total of 30,000,000 options granted in 2016 at an exercise price of HKD 0.53 per share, expiring on January 28, 2017[8]. - The company has a total of 10,000,000 options that were not exercised in 2016, which have now expired[8]. - The company has provided additional information regarding the 2013 share option plan in accordance with listing rules[3]. - The total stock options granted in 2024 amounted to 258,000,000 shares, with 22,000,000 shares expiring, resulting in a net total of 236,000,000 shares available[10]. - The total stock options granted in 2015 were 52,500,000, with 43,500,000 granted in 2016, reflecting a consistent approach to employee incentives[10]. Exercise and Expiration of Options - The exercise price for the options granted in 2015 is HKD 0.61 per share, with a total of 20,000,000 options available for exercise until April 1, 2025[8]. - The company has not exercised any options during the year, with a total of 15,000,000 options remaining unexercised as of December 31, 2024[8]. - The exercise price for the stock options granted in 2016 is set at HKD 0.61 per share, while the options granted in 2017 have an exercise price of HKD 0.53[10]. - The stock options are valid for exercise until April 1, 2025, for the first batch and until January 27, 2026, for the second batch[14]. - The total number of stock options exercised in the year was zero, indicating no dilution of shares from exercised options[10]. Governance Structure - The company’s board of directors includes five executive directors and four independent non-executive directors, ensuring a diverse governance structure[13]. Employee Incentives - The company’s stock option plan is designed to align employee interests with shareholder value, promoting long-term growth[14]. - The first 30% of stock options granted in 2016 will vest starting from April 2, 2016, with subsequent tranches vesting in 2017 and 2018[14]. Financial Reporting - The company has not reported any changes to other financial data in the 2024 annual report aside from the disclosed stock options[11]. - The company’s board can decide to terminate the 2013 plan early based on its provisions[7]. - The 2013 plan was effective for ten years from its adoption date, which means it was valid until May 24, 2023[7].

Share Issuance Plan - The total number of new shares that may be issued upon the exercise of options under the new plan is 146,682,060 shares, which does not exceed 10% of the total shares of the company as of the adoption date of the new plan [4]. - As of March 31, 2024, the number of options available for grant under the new plan is 146,682,060 options, remaining consistent with the previous figure [4]. - The total number of new shares available for issuance under the new plan as of June 27, 2024, is 146,682,060 shares, representing approximately 10% of the issued share capital [4].

Financial Performance - Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, was RMB 107,988,000, a decrease of 43% compared to RMB 189,139,000 in 2023[4] - Gross profit for 2024 was RMB 7,361,000, resulting in a gross profit margin of 7%, down from 14.88% in 2023[4] - Total comprehensive loss attributable to owners of the Company for 2024 was RMB 321,302,000, compared to a loss of RMB 80,199,000 in 2023[4] - Basic and diluted loss per share for 2024 was (106.55) RMB cents, compared to (26.59) RMB cents in 2023[4] - The Group recorded a loss and total comprehensive expense of RMB347,437,000 for the year[45] - The Group reported a net loss attributable to equity owners of approximately RMB 321.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2024[76] Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets decreased to RMB 28,668,000 in 2024 from RMB 199,743,000 in 2023[9] - Current assets also declined to RMB 188,766,000 in 2024 from RMB 353,691,000 in 2023[9] - Shareholders' equity dropped significantly to RMB 92,577,000 in 2024 from RMB 403,920,000 in 2023[9] - Current liabilities of the Group stood at RMB 60.1 million, while available bank and cash balances were only RMB 755,000 as of December 31, 2024[76] - The Group's financial position as of December 31, 2024, is outlined in the consolidated financial statements[117] Operational Efficiency - The current ratio decreased to 3.14 in 2024 from 6.7 in 2023, indicating reduced liquidity[9] - The gearing ratio increased to 28% in 2024 from 10% in 2023, reflecting higher financial leverage[9] - Inventory turnover days increased to 329 days in 2024 from 408 days in 2023, suggesting slower inventory movement[9] - The inventory turnover days improved to approximately 329.24 days from 408 days in the previous year, indicating effective inventory management[53][58] - Trade receivables turnover days stood at 327.74 days, with trade receivables amounting to RMB 76,680,000, highlighting ongoing efforts in marketing and brand promotion[54][59] Governance and Management Changes - The company appointed Mr. Sun Jialiang as Chairman and CEO on September 30, 2024[11] - Mr. Wang Guangyuan resigned as Chairman and CEO on June 12, 2024[11] - The company experienced significant changes in its board, with multiple resignations and appointments throughout 2024[11][18][25] - The Audit Committee and Remuneration Committee were established with new members appointed on September 30, 2024[21][22] - The company is focusing on enhancing its governance structure with the appointment of new independent non-executive directors[18] - The Nomination Committee was formed with Mr. Sun Jialiang as Chairman, emphasizing the company's commitment to leadership stability[25] - The company secretary position was filled by Mr. Lai Wai Hing on November 13, 2024, indicating a focus on compliance and governance[18] - The company is undergoing a strategic review of its board composition to improve oversight and decision-making processes[25] - The company has seen a high turnover in executive positions, which may impact operational continuity and strategic direction[11][25] - The company is actively seeking to strengthen its leadership team to navigate future challenges and opportunities in the market[25] Market Performance - The sales revenue of sweet wine and dry wine accounted for 84.2% of the Group's total revenue, while brandy and other wine products accounted for 15.8%[36] - Revenue from the Eastern Region market was RMB 81,825,000, accounting for 75.8% of the group's total revenue, indicating strong market performance in that region[57][60] - In 2024, online sales accounted for 55% of the Group's total sales, while offline sales made up 45%[66] - In 2024, China's wine imports reached 280 million liters, with an import value of RMB 11.55 billion, reflecting year-on-year increases of 13.6% and 37.2%, respectively[62] - The Group anticipates that diversification into niche categories such as white wine and sparkling wine will be a key trend moving forward[63] Employee and Compensation - The Group employed a workforce of 82 in Hong Kong and China, with total salaries and related costs amounting to approximately RMB19,421,000, an increase from RMB17,980,000 in 2023[185] - The total salary and related costs for the year amount to RMB 19,421,000, compared to RMB 17,980,000 in 2023, reflecting an increase of approximately 8%[187] - The Group has adopted a share option scheme to motivate employees and reward their performance[184] - The 2023 Share Option Scheme aims to incentivize and retain high-caliber employees, with eligibility based on contributions to the Group's development[130] Shareholder Information - Bon Voyage Development Limited holds 40,000,000 shares of the company, representing approximately 13.27% of the issued share capital[84] - As of December 31, 2024, Mr. Wang Guangyuan holds 49,517,872 shares, representing approximately 16.42% of the company's issued share capital[165] - Mr. Li Jerry Y. and Mr. Zhu Minghui each hold 49,517,872 shares, also representing approximately 16.42% of the company's issued share capital, in addition to being beneficial owners of 20,000,000 shares each, which is about 6.63%[166] - The total number of shares held by Sky Source International Investments Limited is 69,517,872, accounting for approximately 23.05% of the issued share capital of the company[166] - The total number of Shares that may be issued under the 2023 Share Option Scheme shall not exceed 10% of the total number of Shares in issue on the Adoption Date[134] Compliance and Regulatory - The Company has maintained the prescribed public float as required under the Listing Rules throughout the year[191] - The Company has obtained all necessary permits and environmental approvals for its business operations, ensuring compliance with applicable environmental protection standards[197] - The existing auditor, Prism Hong Kong Limited, will retire at the upcoming annual general meeting and is eligible for re-appointment[200]