Core Insights - The company, Silicondale Co., Ltd. (矽电股份), reported a revenue of 508 million yuan and a net profit of 91.87 million yuan for the year 2024, marking a year-on-year growth of 2.97% [1] - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 9.58 yuan per 10 shares, totaling 39.97 million yuan, which represents 43.51% of the net profit attributable to shareholders [1] Financial Performance - The revenue from wafer probe equipment reached 184 million yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 6.27% and a gross margin of 46.93% [1] - The revenue from die probe equipment was 281 million yuan, with a gross margin increase of 7.23% year-on-year [1] - Other equipment, including sorting machines, saw a significant revenue increase of 94.40% year-on-year [1] Research and Development - The company's R&D investment for 2024 was 68.1 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 15.88% and a compound annual growth rate of 17.78% over the past three years [2] - Silicondale has established a high-precision semiconductor probe station engineering technology research center in Guangdong Province and has received multiple recognitions as a champion enterprise in manufacturing [2] Market Position and Industry Context - Silicondale has become a significant competitor in the Chinese probe station equipment market, holding a 13% market share and ranking fourth overall, making it the leading domestic manufacturer [3] - The semiconductor industry is crucial for modern information technology, and achieving self-sufficiency in semiconductor processes is a strategic goal for China [3] - Government policies are increasingly supporting the semiconductor and specialized equipment sectors, enhancing the competitiveness of domestic semiconductor equipment manufacturers [3]
矽电股份：2024年经营稳健增长，拟10派9.58元