
Group 1 - Gree Electric's Chairman Dong Mingzhu and former secretary Meng Yutong held a live broadcast, attracting significant attention and over 20,000 viewers within the first 10 minutes [1] - Gree's 2024 annual report shows a 10.91% increase in net profit attributable to shareholders, but a 7.26% decline in operating revenue, down to 189.16 billion yuan from 205.02 billion yuan in 2023 [2] - Gree's online retail market share for home air conditioners decreased by 2.75% to 25.4%, indicating competitive pressure from rivals like Midea and a sluggish domestic sales environment [2] Group 2 - Meng Yutong gained popularity after participating in a workplace reality show and became a key figure in Gree's branding strategy, achieving over 30 million yuan in sales during the 2022 Double Eleven shopping festival [3] - The collaboration between Gree and Meng Yutong may help alleviate public concerns regarding succession planning within the company, as her return could enhance Gree's image in talent development [4] - Meng Yutong's partnership with Dong Mingzhu in live streaming presents an opportunity for her to increase her commercial value and leverage Gree's brand recognition to expand her career [4]