Core Viewpoint - In the first half of the year, Dou Shen Education reported significant growth in both revenue and net profit, driven by policy support and flexible market promotion strategies [1][2] Financial Performance - The company achieved a revenue of 449 million yuan, representing a year-on-year increase of 36.13% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 104 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 50.33% [1] Business Segments - Dou Shen Education's main business segments include: - Arts education services: 294 million yuan in revenue - Live e-commerce: 44.66 million yuan in revenue - Smart education services: 32.81 million yuan in revenue [1] Market Dynamics - The growth in performance is attributed to: - National policy support that aligns with diverse cultural education needs - The company's proactive response to industry changes and enhanced sales capabilities through modern online sales models [1] Cost and Cash Flow - Sales expenses surged by 189.83% to 197 million yuan in the first half of the year [2] - The net cash flow from operating activities was -116 million yuan, a decline of 1085.36% year-on-year, primarily due to increased market promotion expenses [2]