Element Solutions (ESI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call April 25, 2025 12:45 AM ET Company Participants Varun Gokarn - Vice President - Strategy and IntegrationBenjamin Gliklich - President and CEOBhavesh Lodaya - US Chemicals Equity ResearchSir Martin Franklin - Executive ChairmanRock Hoffman - Equity Research AssociateChristopher Parkinson - Managing DirectorCarey Dorman - EVP and CFOJohn Roberts - Managing DirectorJonathan Tanwanteng - Managing DirectorRyan Weis - Equity Research Associate Conference Call Particip ...

Group 1 - The company achieved an operating revenue of 621 million yuan in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 24.9% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was a loss of 12.58 million yuan, which is a reduction compared to the previous year's loss [1] - Research and development investment reached 73.09 million yuan, accounting for 11.76% of operating revenue, an increase of 1.59 percentage points from 2023 [1] Group 2 - In the electronic chemicals business, the company's main revenue grew by over 30% year-on-year, achieving large-scale applications in several high-end fields [2] - The company successfully expanded its overseas market in general electroplating chemicals, particularly achieving large-scale application of high-speed tin plating products in Belarus [2] - The company has made progress in the "chemicals + equipment" collaborative development model, enhancing its competitiveness in the market [2]

在中国新能源产业链的狂飙中，一家以氟化工为基、新能源材料为剑的隐形冠军多氟多，正悄然构筑起"氟锂硅硼+固态"四元素+固态电池联动的独特护城 河。从六氟磷酸锂的全球霸主到钠离子电池材料的先行者，多氟多凭借技术迭代、成本控制与长单策略，在行业周期波动中演绎着"逆周期增长"的独特叙 事。 氟化工为基、新能源材料为核的"元素帝国" 多氟多成立于1999年12月，2010年5月在深交所上市，并于2021年6月正式更名为多氟多新材料股份有限公司。公司自成立以来主要经营无机氟化物，并以此 为基础逐步向外拓展业务，横跨传统工业、新能源、半导体三大赛道，形成"基础材料+高端应用"的驱动模式。 公司现有氟基新材料、电子信息材料、新能源材料、新能源电池四大业务版块，均取得了显著市场地位。 氟基新材料主营产品包括无水氟化铝、高分子比冰晶石、无水氟化氢等，其中无水氟化铝生产工艺是公司自主创新开发的第三代新技术，该生产技术已达到 国际领先水平，产销量、出口量持续多年保持行业龙头地位。 新能源材料主营产品包括以六氟磷酸锂（LiPF6）、双氟磺酰亚胺锂（LiFSI）、六氟磷酸钠（NaPF6）等为代表的电解质盐。其中作为锂电池电解液最重要 组 ...

数据四舍五入，查看更多财务数据>> 三、分红送配方案情况 二、前10名无限售条件股东持股情况 10派0.45元(含税) 前十大流通股东累计持有： 29786.81万股，累计占流通股比： 29.45%，较上期变化： 78.56万股。 一、主要会计数据和财务指标 | 名称 | 持有数量(万股) | 占总股本比例(%) | 增减情况(万股) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 新银国际有限公司 | 16517.61 | 16.33 | 不变 | | 徐萍 | 4551.92 | 4.50 | 不变 | | 诺安成长混合 | 1727.49 | 1.71 | 新进 | | 许宁 | 1644.82 | 1.63 | -4.94 | | 李虎林 | 1304.63 | 1.29 | 不变 | | 徐成中 | 1194.67 | 1.18 | -46.01 | | 国联安中证全指半导体ETF | 833.19 | 0.82 | -308.47 | | 张武 | 750.00 | 0.74 | -550.00 | | 常磊 | 648.13 | 0.64 | 不变 | | 南方中证1000ETF | ...

一、主要会计数据和财务指标 三、分红送配方案情况 10转2股派0.9元(含税) | 报告期指标 | 2024年年报 | 2023年年报 | 本年比上年增减(%) | 2022年年报 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 基本每股收益（元） | 0.4100 | 0.3600 | 13.89 | 0.2300 | | 每股净资产（元） | 4.6 | 5.05 | -8.91 | 3.6 | | 每股公积金(元) | 1.89 | 2.42 | -21.9 | 1.06 | | 每股未分配利润(元) | 1.55 | 1.47 | 5.44 | 1.40 | | 每股经营现金流(元) | - | - | - | - | | 营业收入(亿元) | 9.49 | 7.99 | 18.77 | 7.35 | | 净利润(亿元) | 1.22 | 0.85 | 43.53 | 0.53 | | 净资产收益率(%) | 9.41 | 8.48 | 10.97 | 7.18 | 前十大流通股东累计持有： 4764.12万股，累计占流通股比： 26.02%，较上期变化： -278.22万股。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The company has reported its annual financial results, highlighting its business operations, financial status, and future development plans, with a focus on its core business areas in semiconductor materials, display materials, UV curing materials, and organic synthesis materials [1][5]. Company Overview - The company has expanded its core business from UV curing materials in optical communication to four major areas: semiconductor materials, display materials, UV curing materials, and organic synthesis materials, maintaining a mission to provide high-quality materials for high-tech manufacturing [5][6]. - The company operates over 30 subsidiaries across regions including Japan, Singapore, the United States, and East and South China [5]. Business Segments Semiconductor Materials - The semiconductor materials include photoresists and wet process electronic chemicals used in semiconductor manufacturing and advanced packaging, as well as traditional packaging materials like solder balls and epoxy encapsulants [6]. - The company has developed a complete temporary bonding solution for semiconductor manufacturing, which supports various disassembly methods [6]. Display Materials - Display materials consist of photoresists and liquid crystal materials for TFT-LCD and OLED screens, with a significant focus on developing proprietary technologies [7]. - The company’s subsidiary, Hecheng Display, is a key supplier in the mid-to-high-end TN/STN field and has received multiple technology awards for its innovations [7]. UV Curing Materials - UV curing materials are crucial for fiber optic cable manufacturing and include coatings that protect optical fibers and enhance their mechanical and optical properties [8]. - The company has developed advanced UV curing materials and has received several awards for its innovations in this field [8]. Organic Synthesis Materials - Organic synthesis materials include photoinitiators and pharmaceutical intermediates, with a focus on applications in antiviral drugs and antibiotics [9]. - The company’s innovative photoinitiator TMO has gained recognition and awards for its contributions to human health and industry challenges [9]. Industry Characteristics - The semiconductor materials industry is characterized by a broad application field and high demand dispersion, with no significant industry cyclicality, primarily influenced by macroeconomic trends [10]. - The display materials sector exhibits cyclicality due to its dependence on the economic conditions affecting display device sales, with demand typically peaking in the second half of the year [11]. - The UV curing materials market is closely tied to the economic cycle, with stable growth during economic prosperity and declines during downturns [12]. - Organic synthesis materials have a diverse application landscape, with demand influenced by macroeconomic fluctuations and technological advancements, showing no significant seasonality [12]. Financial Data - The company has not required retrospective adjustments or restatements of previous financial data, indicating stability in its financial reporting [13]. - The company’s major accounting data and financial indicators for the past two years are available, reflecting its operational performance [15]. Important Events - The company has approved a profit distribution plan for 2023, proposing a cash dividend of RMB 0.80 per 10 shares, with no stock dividends or capital reserve transfers [16][17]. - The company has undergone a change in its accounting practices due to regulatory requirements, correcting prior accounting errors and adjusting financial statements accordingly [16]. - The company has decided to sell its wholly-owned subsidiary, Dairui Technology, to ensure continued operational stability amid market pressures [18].

Core Insights - The company's net profit growth in 2024 is significantly higher than the revenue growth, primarily due to an increase in the sales proportion of high-margin products and effective cost reduction measures [1][2]. Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved a revenue of 1.459 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year growth of 20.74%. The net profit attributable to shareholders reached 252 million yuan, up 87.60%, while the net profit after deducting non-recurring items was 237 million yuan, reflecting a growth of 103.43% [3]. - The comprehensive gross margin for 2024 was 44.20%, an increase of 9.02 percentage points compared to 2023, driven by product structure optimization and significant cost control [3]. - In Q1 2025, the company reported a revenue of 344 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 4.83%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 46 million yuan, up 32.9% [3]. Strategic Developments - The company has invested 76.4 million yuan to increase its stake in the wholly-owned subsidiary of Dainippon Screen, Dainippon Electronics, which is a leader in OLED blue light materials. This investment is expected to enhance strategic cooperation with clients and accelerate domestic substitution [4]. Future Projections - The company is expected to maintain positive growth in revenue and net profit in Q1 2025. Projections for net profit attributable to shareholders for 2025-2027 are 329 million yuan, 401 million yuan, and 493 million yuan, respectively, with corresponding EPS of 1.91, 2.33, and 2.86 yuan. A target price of 47.75 yuan is maintained, with a "buy" rating based on a 25X PE for 2025 [2].

Group 1: Market Expansion and Product Development - In 2025, the company will actively focus on expanding overseas markets through international exhibitions and partnerships with overseas distributors to adapt to regional market demands [2][3] - The "5000 tons/year LCD photoresist special nano pigment dispersion project" has received the necessary investment project filing certificate and is set to advance towards production [3][4] - The company is positioned as a leading player in the domestic pigment market, with a focus on high-end, environmentally friendly water-based pigments, and aims to enhance its product offerings in electronic chemicals [3][6] Group 2: Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved a revenue of ¥697,285,297.32, a year-on-year increase of 2.30%, and a net profit of ¥22,620,590.21, reflecting a 25.61% increase compared to the previous year [4][7] - The growth in net profit is attributed to differentiated applications of nano coloring materials, strategic capacity planning, and enhanced technology development [7][8] Group 3: Industry Position and Competitive Advantage - The market size of water-based pigments in China grew from approximately ¥2.41 billion in 2016 to ¥5.29 billion in 2023, with a compound annual growth rate of 11.89% [4] - The company maintains a leading position in the construction coating sector, leveraging its technological advancements and market presence to capitalize on the demand for building renovation [4][5] Group 4: Environmental and Regulatory Compliance - The company emphasizes its commitment to environmental sustainability, developing products that comply with domestic and international environmental regulations, thus enhancing its market competitiveness [5][6] - The ongoing green coating policies and energy-saving regulations present both challenges and opportunities for the company, prompting it to innovate and adapt its business strategies [5][6] Group 5: Future Growth Strategies - The company plans to implement a "one body, two wings" strategy in 2025, focusing on innovation and reform to strengthen its domestic and international market presence [6][10] - Emphasis will be placed on developing a sustainable business model that aligns with national carbon neutrality goals, enhancing its capabilities in green and circular economy practices [10][11]

菲沃泰公告，2024年营业收入为4.79亿元，同比增长55.21%。归属于上市公司股东的净利润4510.66万 元，去年同期为净亏损4155.24万元。基本每股收益0.13元／股。公司2024年度利润分配预案为不派发现 金红利，不送红股，不以资本公积转增股本。 ...

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Recommended" [1] Core Views - The company has seen a significant increase in orders for electronic chemicals, with a substantial expansion of production capacity planned [8] - The semiconductor materials business is experiencing strong growth, with revenue and profit forecasts indicating a positive trend for the coming years [9] Summary by Relevant Sections Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved revenue of 1.475 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 21.67%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 176 million yuan, up 5.32% year-on-year [5] - For Q1 2025, revenue reached 434 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 45.89%, with net profit attributable to shareholders at 51 million yuan, a significant increase of 171.06% [5] Revenue and Profit Forecasts - Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are 2.031 billion yuan, 2.669 billion yuan, and 3.713 billion yuan respectively, with corresponding net profits of 281 million yuan, 364 million yuan, and 522 million yuan [7][11] - The company anticipates a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in revenue of 39.1% from 2025 to 2027 [7] Production Capacity and Expansion - The company is expanding its production capacity significantly, with total planned capacity increasing from 17,000 tons/year to 43,500 tons/year by 2027 [9] - The new production base in Hefei is set to begin trial production in Q2 2024, with full capacity expected by June 2027 [8] Market Trends - The global semiconductor industry is in a growth phase, with increasing demand for the company's electronic chemical products, particularly in the semiconductor sector [9] - The company’s electronic chemical materials for integrated circuits are projected to generate revenue of 998 million yuan in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 40.8% [8] Research and Development - R&D expenses for 2024 are projected at 220 million yuan, representing a 48.02% increase year-on-year, indicating a strong commitment to innovation [9] - The company has made significant progress in developing advanced semiconductor materials, with several products already achieving sales [9]