CCTC(SZ:300408) Chang Jiang Shang Bao·2025-11-02 23:18Core Insights - Zhang Wanzhen, at 76 years old, has reclaimed the title of the richest person in Chaozhou with a wealth of 22 billion yuan, ranking 284th on the 2025 Hurun Rich List [3][20] - Despite Chaozhou's relatively underdeveloped economy, it has produced numerous wealthy individuals, including notable figures like Li Ka-shing and Liu Luanxiong [3] - Zhang Wanzhen transitioned from a factory worker to a prominent business leader, focusing on innovation and research to build a "materials+" empire through his company, Sanhuan Group [3][10] Company Overview - Sanhuan Group, founded from a state-owned factory, has become a leader in the "materials+" sector, particularly in optical communication ceramic components, with strong global sales [3][19] - The company reported a profit of nearly 2 billion yuan in the first three quarters of 2025, with cumulative profits reaching 16.54 billion yuan since its listing in 2014 [3][19] - Sanhuan Group is planning to go public in Hong Kong to enhance its international strategy and financing capabilities [19] Leadership and Career Path - Zhang Wanzhen's career began as a factory worker in 1973, where he rose through the ranks to become the factory manager and later the chairman of Sanhuan Group [4][6] - He led significant reforms, including a shift to focus on electronic ceramics and the introduction of an employee stock ownership plan [5][6] - After a decade in politics, Zhang returned to Sanhuan Group, emphasizing innovation and market-driven research [9][10] Innovation and R&D - Sanhuan Group has invested heavily in R&D, with a budget of 583 million yuan in 2024, representing 7.91% of its revenue, and a 14.55% increase in R&D spending in the first three quarters of 2025 [16][19] - The company has achieved significant technological breakthroughs, including advancements in multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCC) and fuel cell technology [14][15] - Zhang's leadership has fostered a culture of innovation, with a focus on meeting market demands and developing advanced ceramic materials [10][12] Financial Performance - Sanhuan Group's revenue grew from 2.2 billion yuan in 2014 to 7.375 billion yuan in 2024, marking a 235.23% increase [17] - The company maintained a stable profit margin, with net profits increasing by 22.16% year-on-year in the first three quarters of 2025 [19] - The stock price of Sanhuan Group has risen approximately 60% since early July 2025, with a market capitalization exceeding 100 billion yuan [19]