KINGNET(SZ:002517) Guoyuan Securities·2024-05-15 10:30Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, indicating an expected stock price increase of over 20% compared to the Shanghai Composite Index within the next six months [12]. Core Views - The company has demonstrated strong performance in its financial results, with a 15.30% year-on-year increase in revenue to CNY 4.295 billion in 2023 and a 42.57% increase in net profit to CNY 1.462 billion. In Q1 2024, revenue grew by 36.93% year-on-year to CNY 1.308 billion, and net profit increased by 47.06% to CNY 426 million [2][4]. - The company has a rich pipeline of game products, with successful launches of titles like "Nasalik: King" and "Stone Age: Awakening," which have achieved significant user engagement and sales rankings. The company is also expanding its overseas market presence [3][4]. Financial Performance - In 2023, the company achieved a revenue of CNY 42.95 billion, a 15.30% increase year-on-year, and a net profit of CNY 14.62 billion, up 42.57% [2][5]. - For Q1 2024, the company reported revenue of CNY 13.08 billion, reflecting a 36.93% year-on-year growth, and a net profit of CNY 4.26 billion, which is a 47.06% increase [2]. - The company plans to distribute dividends of CNY 2.13 billion for 2023 and approximately CNY 2 billion in 2024 [2]. Profit Forecast - The company is expected to maintain stable growth in its core gaming business while actively exploring innovative categories and investing in VR technology. The projected net profits for 2024, 2025, and 2026 are CNY 18.35 billion, CNY 22.39 billion, and CNY 26.11 billion, respectively, with corresponding EPS of CNY 0.85, CNY 1.04, and CNY 1.21 [4][5].