Core Insights - Shenzhen Expressway Company (referred to as "the company") reported a revenue of 9.25 billion in 2024, a decrease of 0.53% compared to 2023, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.15 billion, down 50.8% year-on-year [2][3] Financial Performance - The company's operating income for 2024 was 9.25 billion, slightly down from 9.30 billion in 2023, reflecting a decrease of 0.53% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders dropped significantly from 2.33 billion in 2023 to 1.15 billion in 2024, marking a decline of 50.8% [1][2] - The net profit after deducting non-recurring items also saw a substantial decrease of 52.05%, from 2.24 billion in 2023 to 1.07 billion in 2024 [1] - The net cash flow from operating activities decreased by 9.22%, from 4.09 billion in 2023 to 3.72 billion in 2024 [1] Business Operations - The decline in revenue was primarily due to the exclusion of Yichang Company from the group consolidation starting March 2024, which led to a reduction in related income, alongside a decrease in environmental business revenue [1][3] - Despite challenges, the company maintained stability in its toll road operations, with toll revenue decreasing by 5.98% year-on-year; however, excluding the impact of Yichang Company, toll revenue remained stable [3] - The opening of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Corridor significantly increased traffic on the Jiangsu Expressway, resulting in a 16.7% increase in toll revenue compared to the previous year [3] Strategic Developments - The company made significant progress in major engineering projects, with the Jiangsu Phase II project achieving simultaneous opening with the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Corridor on June 30, 2024 [3] - The Outer Ring Phase III has commenced full construction, and the main works of the Jihe Expressway expansion project are also underway, laying a solid foundation for future development [3] Dividend Policy - Despite the decline in performance, the company maintained a high cash dividend ratio, proposing a cash dividend of 0.244 per share, which represents 64.35% of the net profit after excluding perpetual bond investors' returns, significantly higher than the average cash dividend rate over the past three years [3] Risk Factors - The company recognized a total asset impairment provision of 584 million in 2024, primarily related to environmental business assets, contributing to the substantial decrease in net profit [4] - The company faces multiple risks, including macroeconomic fluctuations, changes in industrial policies, and market volatility [4] - In response to these challenges, the company plans to optimize its asset and business structure, focusing on core businesses and exiting less profitable segments [4]
深高速2024年营收92亿元 净利润“腰斩”