Core Viewpoint - Shandong Mining Machinery Group Co., Ltd. has responded to the Shenzhen Stock Exchange's inquiry regarding its application for a specific stock issuance, addressing challenges and measures related to its operational performance and financial status [1] Performance Decline Reasons and Industry Comparison - During the reporting period, Shandong Mining's operating revenues were 2,285.64 million, 2,404.99 million, 2,697.57 million, and 1,708.46 million, with a non-recurring net profit of 33.44 million, 96.55 million, 137.29 million, and 93.52 million, showing a year-on-year decline of 52.80% in the most recent period. The decline is attributed to decreased demand in the coal mining equipment industry and intensified competition [2] - The coal machinery industry is expected to reach a scale of 157 billion by 2026, but is currently in a mid-cycle adjustment phase. In contrast, the demand for intelligent bulk material conveying equipment is projected to grow, with the market size for belt conveyors expected to reach 39.2 billion by 2027 [2] - Compared to peers, Shandong Mining's revenue and profit trends differ due to variations in business scale, shareholder background, and product structure. For instance, Tian Di Technology, as an industry leader, shows different performance trends due to high capital investment and large business volume [2] Financial Condition Analysis - Accounts receivable at the end of each reporting period were 988.34 million, 1,219.39 million, 1,523.42 million, and 1,458.18 million, with over one-year accounts receivable accounting for 31.39%, 29.40%, 29.62%, and 33.41% respectively. The accounts receivable turnover rates were 3.35, 2.80, 2.43, and 1.38, influenced by extended payment terms and slow customer payments [4] - The net cash flow from operating activities was 32.84 million, -203.33 million, -185.66 million, and 146.28 million, primarily due to lower-than-expected collections and the use of bill discounting [4] - Inventory values at the end of each period were 606.04 million, 718.20 million, 746.37 million, and 866.18 million, with a significant increase in dispatched goods. The rise in inventory is justified by the growth in business scale and longer project cycles [4] - Contract liabilities increased from 180.53 million to 339.91 million, reflecting pre-received customer payments and aligning with the scale of orders on hand [4] Other Business Situations - The company's online gaming business saw revenues of 239.41 million, 18.37 million, 7.27 million, and 1.76 million, with a declining gross margin. The decline is attributed to management changes, product lifecycle issues, and regulatory impacts [5] - The company will focus on its core business of coal machinery and belt conveyors, discontinuing the expansion of its gaming business [5] Future Strategies - The company plans to enhance its core competitiveness and achieve performance recovery through the implementation of a "Five Modernization Strategy," increased market development efforts, and improved employee incentives [6]