Zheng Quan Zhi Xing·2025-08-29 12:18Core Viewpoint - China Shenhua Energy Co., Ltd. reported a decline in key financial metrics for the first half of 2025, reflecting challenges in the coal and electricity market, while maintaining a focus on operational efficiency and shareholder returns [5][6]. Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for the first half of 2025 was RMB 138,109 million, a decrease of 18.3% compared to the previous year [2][5]. - Total profit amounted to RMB 37,602 million, down 8.6% year-on-year [2][5]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 24,641 million, representing a 12.0% decline from the previous year [2][5]. - Basic earnings per share were RMB 1.240, down from RMB 1.410 in the same period last year [2][5]. Operational Goals and Achievements - The company set a target of 3.348 billion tons for commodity coal production in 2025, achieving 1.654 billion tons in the first half, which is 49.4% of the target [6]. - Coal sales volume target for 2025 is 4.659 billion tons, with 2.049 billion tons sold in the first half, achieving 44.0% of the target [6]. - The electricity generation target for 2025 is 2,271 billion kWh, with 987.8 billion kWh generated in the first half, reaching 43.5% of the target [6]. Shareholder Returns - The company proposed a mid-year dividend of RMB 0.98 per share (before tax), pending approval from the shareholders' meeting [5][8]. - The total dividend payout for the 2024 fiscal year was RMB 2.26 per share, which accounted for 76.5% of the net profit attributable to shareholders [8]. Strategic Initiatives - The company completed the acquisition of 100% of Hangjin Energy in February 2025 to enhance energy supply capabilities and operational synergy [8]. - A comprehensive governance reform was initiated, including the cancellation of the supervisory board and the revision of the company's articles of association [8]. Investor Relations - The company conducted 126 investor communication meetings in the first half of 2025, engaging approximately 1,800 investors [9].