
Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [3][9]. Core Views - The company achieved a revenue of 178.95 billion yuan in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 2.3%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was 4.04 billion yuan, down 36.1% year-on-year [4][6]. - The decline in net profit relative to revenue growth is attributed to a decrease in gross profit margin to 14.61% from 15.89% and a significant increase in asset impairment losses [6]. - The company has focused on core cities, achieving a sales area of 9.36 million square meters and a sales amount of 219.3 billion yuan, ranking first in several key cities [6]. - The company has maintained a strong financial position with cash and cash equivalents of 100.35 billion yuan at the end of 2024, and its debt ratios are within safe limits [6]. Financial Performance Summary - Revenue and Profit Forecasts: - 2023A: Revenue 175.01 billion yuan, Net Profit 6.32 billion yuan - 2024A: Revenue 178.95 billion yuan, Net Profit 4.04 billion yuan - 2025E: Revenue 166.78 billion yuan, Net Profit 4.34 billion yuan - 2026E: Revenue 159.94 billion yuan, Net Profit 4.79 billion yuan - 2027E: Revenue 163.30 billion yuan, Net Profit 5.41 billion yuan [3][7]. - Earnings Per Share (EPS) projections: - 2024A: 0.45 yuan - 2025E: 0.48 yuan - 2026E: 0.53 yuan - 2027E: 0.60 yuan [3][7]. Market Position and Strategy - The company has acquired 26 land parcels in 2024, with a total land price of approximately 48.6 billion yuan, focusing 90% of its investment in core cities [6]. - The company’s investment in first-tier cities accounted for 59% of total investments, indicating a strategic focus on urban development [6]. - The company is expected to outperform the market index by more than 15% over the next 6-12 months, reflecting confidence in its market position [9].