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Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent legal troubles faced by Jiang Guiting, the actual controller and chairman of Jingjin Equipment, and the subsequent impact on the company's performance and stock value [2][4][6]. Group 1: Company Announcement and Leadership Issues - On June 12, Jingjin Equipment announced that Jiang Guiting was placed under investigation, but the company asserted that its operations remain normal and unaffected [2][4]. - Jiang Guiting and his wife have cashed out over 1 billion yuan through multiple share reductions since August 2022 [2][6]. - As of the first quarter of this year, Jiang Guiting and his wife control approximately 43.21% of the company's shares [5][6]. Group 2: Financial Performance - Jingjin Equipment reported a historical peak revenue of 62.49 billion yuan in 2023, but the growth rate has significantly slowed from 39.7% in 2021 to 9.98% in 2023 [14]. - In 2024, the company experienced its first-ever revenue decline, with a 1.92% drop to 61.29 billion yuan, and a 15.86% decrease in net profit to 8.48 billion yuan [14][15]. - The first quarter of 2025 saw a further decline in revenue by 6.7% to 14.06 billion yuan and a 26.99% drop in net profit to 1.67 billion yuan, with a record low gross margin of 25.14% [16][17]. Group 3: Historical Context and Achievements - Jiang Guiting founded Jingjin Equipment in 1988, leading it to become a global leader in the filter press industry, with significant innovations and patents [10][12]. - The company has developed a strong portfolio of products and has been recognized for its technological advancements, holding 885 domestic patents and 35 international patents [12]. - Jingjin Equipment has consistently paid dividends, with a total cash dividend of 28.95 billion yuan since its listing, reflecting a dividend payout ratio of 65.31% [7].