Group 1: Financial Performance - The company achieved a significant increase in gross profit margin in 2024 due to improved procurement coordination and cost control measures, resulting in a decrease in costs and financial expenses year-on-year [2] - The gross profit margin is influenced by fluctuations in raw material and product prices, which affect operating income [2] - In 2022, cash dividends amounted to 30.10 million CNY, accounting for 19.29% of net profit; in 2023, cash dividends increased to 52.68 million CNY, representing 30.35% of net profit; the proposed cash dividend for 2024 is 151 million CNY, which is 50.27% of net profit, indicating a yearly increase in dividend payout ratio [3] Group 2: Project Development - The new 50,000 tons/year specialty malt production line project received construction planning approval last year and is currently under construction, expected to be completed by the end of 2025 [2] - The production capacity release will depend on the qualification review process by major beer companies, which requires thorough testing and certification of the new production line [3] Group 3: Market and Risk Management - The recent U.S. tariff policy has limited impact on the company as its raw material procurement and product sales do not involve the U.S. market [2] - To mitigate foreign exchange risks due to the depreciation of the RMB against the USD, the company has increased its export ratio and implemented foreign exchange derivative trading to manage exposure [2] Group 4: Strategic Outlook - The company maintains a stable relationship with major beer groups, with over 20 years of cooperation, minimizing the impact of recent personnel changes in these companies [3] - The company is focusing on the development of whiskey malt, although current demand in this area is relatively low, indicating potential for future growth [3]