安永报告：2024年中国上市建筑公司收入和净利润下降 水利水电工程新签约订单上升

Core Insights - The report by Ernst & Young highlights the performance and future outlook of listed construction companies in China, indicating a mixed performance in 2024 with a slight increase in international contracting revenue but a decline in overall domestic revenue and profits [2][3]. Group 1: Financial Performance - In 2024, the total revenue of 34 listed construction companies reached RMB 865.98 billion, a decrease of 5.39% compared to 2023, while net profit totaled RMB 20.99 billion, down 15.31% [3]. - The average net profit margin for these companies was 2.42%, showing a slight decline from previous years [3]. - The total assets of these companies amounted to RMB 16.21 trillion, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 10.07%, although the total asset turnover rate fell to 0.56, indicating reduced operational efficiency [3]. Group 2: Contracting and Market Trends - The new contract value for 30 listed companies was RMB 1.84 trillion, a slight decline of 3.44% year-on-year, with only the water conservancy and hydropower sector showing growth at 10.43% [4]. - The average price-to-earnings ratio for the 34 listed construction companies increased to 10.55 from 8.95 in 2023, indicating a more optimistic market outlook for certain sectors like housing and specialized engineering [4]. Group 3: Policy and Strategic Outlook - The report notes that various government policies aimed at stabilizing the real estate market and promoting green energy transition are expected to support the industry's future growth [3]. - Companies are encouraged to adopt innovative technologies such as AI, big data, and BIM to enhance project quality and operational efficiency, which could lead to significant benefits in the upcoming "14th Five-Year Plan" period [5]. Group 4: Taxation and Compliance Issues - The overall tax burden for the 34 listed companies increased by 0.11 percentage points, with total tax payments amounting to RMB 262.19 billion, a decrease of 1.88% year-on-year [4]. - Companies face challenges related to tax compliance both domestically and internationally, including issues with VAT obligations and high tax costs due to inadequate planning [5].