Zhejiang Yunzhongma (SH:603130) Cai Jing Wang·2025-05-09 00:10Core Insights - The company showcased its strategic layout and innovative achievements in the leather base fabric industry during the 2024 annual performance briefing, emphasizing its role as a national-level "green factory" [1] Financial Performance - In 2024, the company reported revenue of 2.62 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 12.6%, with Q4 revenue reaching 776 million yuan, up 26.2% year-on-year, indicating strong market resilience [2] - Operating cash flow net amount increased by 120.2% to 68.05 million yuan, providing ample resources for future development [2] - In Q1 2025, revenue growth of 7.04% confirmed the company's solid fundamentals [2] Strategic Initiatives - The company is advancing a "full industry chain + smart manufacturing" dual-driven strategy, achieving an annual production capacity of 223,000 tons for leather base fabric and a fabric weaving self-sufficiency rate of approximately 27% [2] - The commencement of the "Fashion Intelligent Manufacturing" industrial park project will further solidify the company's leading position in the leather base fabric industry [2] Technological Advancements - The company has established significant technical barriers with 86 utility model patents and 8 invention patents, enhancing its production process for wet-laid leather base fabric [3] - The return rate of products decreased from 0.68% in 2023 to 0.55% in 2024, reflecting improved product quality [3] - The application of MES and ERP systems reduced labor costs in fabric weaving by approximately 16%, enhancing production efficiency [3] Shareholder Returns - In 2024, the company executed three dividend distributions totaling 81.61 million yuan, with a dividend payout ratio of 81.32%, including 49.98 million yuan for share buybacks [4] - The company aims to create long-term stable value for shareholders while responding to regulatory initiatives for quality improvement and returns [4] Strategic Investments - The company is strategically investing in Zhongxi New Materials, focusing on high-performance materials, particularly ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) [5] - Zhongxi New Materials has established an annual production capacity of 12,500 tons, with plans for a second production line to increase capacity to 42,500 tons per year [5][6] Industry Positioning - The leather base fabric industry is experiencing a critical phase of increasing concentration, with the company positioned in the leading tier as smaller, less competitive firms exit the market [7] - The company plans to expand market share through projects like the "Fashion Intelligent Manufacturing" industrial park and is making progress in developing bio-based leather [7] - The company is committed to its "1175" development strategy, focusing on cost reduction, efficiency improvement, quality enhancement, market expansion, and sustainable practices [7]