QJCT(SH:600706) Zhong Guo Zheng Quan Bao - Zhong Zheng Wang·2025-08-09 00:10Core Viewpoint - The company reported a significant decline in revenue and net profit for 2024, indicating ongoing operational challenges and a need for strategic adjustments to improve financial performance [2][4][10]. Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved operating revenue of 1.25 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 16.7%, with net profit (both before and after deductions) at -131 million yuan [2][4]. - The company's net profit has been negative for three consecutive years from 2022 to 2024 [2][10]. - The revenue from the main business of tourism scenic area operation management fell to 970 million yuan, down 32.6%, with a gross margin decrease of 13.57 percentage points [2][4]. Operational Changes - The company will cease management operations for several scenic areas, including the Daming Palace National Heritage Park and the "Three Rivers and One Mountain" Greenway project, due to poor management fee collection [2][4][10]. - A supplementary agreement was signed on April 27, 2025, confirming the cessation of management fees for the Dayan Pagoda Scenic Area and the Tang Paradise Scenic Area starting in 2024 [2][4]. Revenue Recognition and Accounts Receivable - The year-end accounts receivable balance was 1.18 billion yuan, a decrease of 19.1% year-on-year, with a bad debt provision of 360 million yuan, representing a 31% provision rate [18][20]. - The company has a repayment plan from the Xi'an Qujiang New District Management Committee to settle outstanding receivables over the period from 2025 to 2029 [18][22]. Strategic Initiatives - The company is implementing various measures to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs, including organizational reforms and market expansion plans [10][12]. - The company aims to enhance cash flow and financial stability by actively managing accounts receivable and reducing outstanding debts [10][12]. Real Estate Transactions - The company prepaid 48.86 million yuan for an office building from a related party, with the delivery date postponed to December 31, 2025, due to project delays [26][27]. - The decision to purchase the property was based on the need for improved office space and location advantages, despite the ongoing real estate market challenges [26][27]. Goodwill Impairment - The company reported a goodwill balance of 46.01 million yuan, primarily from the acquisition of a 55% stake in Wuxi Huipao Sports Co., Ltd., with performance commitments not fully met in 2024 [35][36]. - The company did not recognize goodwill impairment for the year, citing evaluations that indicated no impairment was necessary [35][36].