Group 1: Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved operating revenue of 9.857 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.24% [1] - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was 1.250 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 12.11% [1] - The company announced a cash dividend of 6 yuan per 10 shares, totaling approximately 614 million yuan, with a dividend payout ratio close to 60% [1] Group 2: Publishing and Education Services - The core publishing business generated revenue of 3.269 billion yuan, up 3.37% year-on-year [2] - The company secured a contract for the procurement of compulsory education textbooks in Henan Province for 2024-2027, ensuring stable income for three years [2] - The education services segment expanded rapidly, organizing nearly 4,000 research activities throughout the year [2] Group 3: Technological Advancements - The company increased its R&D investment by 48.33% in 2024, focusing on the "publishing + AI + education" strategy [3] - The establishment of the "Literature China" resource library and "Digital Book Version Museum" aims to diversify revenue streams from traditional publishing to digital products [3] - The company is leveraging AI applications in publishing processes, which may reshape content supply and dissemination methods [3]
中原传媒:2024年扣非净利同比增长12.11% AI赋能打造数字出版新范式