众智科技扣非增24%研发费用率10% 拟4100万投资AI公司开拓新领域

Core Viewpoint - Zhongzhi Technology (301361.SZ) has achieved stable growth in performance while expanding into new fields through external investments [1][2] Financial Performance - In 2024, the company reported revenue of 239 million yuan, an increase of 8.5% year-on-year; net profit reached 79.72 million yuan, up 8.95%; and net profit excluding non-recurring items was 65.95 million yuan, growing by 24.33% [1][2] - The gross profit margin for the main business was 57.12%, an increase of 2.95 percentage points year-on-year [3] - Research and development expenses amounted to 24.07 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 12.62%, representing 10.08% of revenue, up from 9.71% the previous year [1][3] Business Strategy - The company focuses on core businesses such as internal combustion engine generator control systems and low-voltage distribution control systems, while also actively developing new energy and hybrid energy control systems as strategic new businesses [2][3] - Zhongzhi Technology plans to invest 41 million yuan to acquire a 12% stake in Beijing Guangjian Cloud Technology Co., Ltd. (Guangjian Cloud), a leading AI technology service provider [1][5] Investment in AI Sector - Guangjian Cloud, established in 2016, specializes in AI technology services, including algorithm services, AI hardware, and industry solutions, with revenue of 198 million yuan in the first 11 months of 2024 [5][6] - The investment in Guangjian Cloud is seen as a strategic move to leverage AI technology and expand into new market areas, aligning with the company's long-term growth strategy [6]