Market Overview - The PCB photoresist market is characterized by a tripartite structure among Mainland China, Japan, and Taiwan, with domestic companies holding over 90% market share in the wet film photoresist segment [2] - The company's products account for approximately 50% of the domestic market in wet film photoresist, while in the photoresist solder mask segment, Japanese companies dominate with around 50% market share, and the company holds about 25% [2] - The dry film photoresist market in Mainland China is heavily reliant on imports, with the company's products just entering the market [3] Company Position and Orders - The company is one of the earliest private enterprises in China engaged in the R&D, production, and sales of photosensitive electronic chemical materials, recognized as a national high-tech enterprise [4] - The company expects its 2025 order situation to remain stable, with major customer sales ratios comparable to the previous year [4] Future Business Development - The company plans to strengthen its existing PCB photoresist market while expanding into photoresist dry film, display/semiconductor photoresist, specialty inks, and photovoltaic photoresist markets [5] - The goal is to cultivate at least one additional market segment comparable in size to the PCB photoresist market [5] Profitability and Business Segmentation - The company's product gross margin is currently at a historically favorable level, driven by consistent R&D investment exceeding 5% of revenue over the past three years [6] - Sales composition as per the 2024 annual report: PCB photoresist (liquid) at 86.12%, photoresist dry film at 7.8%, and display/semiconductor photoresist at 3.51% [6] Key Areas for Expansion - Future focus areas include PCB photoresist dry film, flat panel display photoresist, semiconductor photoresist, and photovoltaic photoresist [7] M&A Strategy - The company employs a dual strategy of organic growth and external acquisitions, ensuring that acquired companies complement existing operations and maintain high operational standards [9] - A notable acquisition was in 2019, enhancing the company's competitive edge through synergies with the acquired entity [9] Performance Forecast - The PCB market is projected to grow, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5% from 2025 to 2030, potentially exceeding 400 billion yuan by 2030 [10] - The company's sales are closely aligned with the development of the electronic information industry, and it aims to leverage market opportunities through innovation and expansion [10] Demand and AI Integration - The PCB photoresist market is expected to see stable growth, with the liquid photoresist market valued at approximately 3.7 billion yuan and the dry film photoresist market at around 7 billion yuan [11] - The company is open to integrating AI to optimize production processes, enhance quality control, and improve R&D efficiency [11]

Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth of 18.77% compared to the previous year, with a net profit increase of 43.13% [2] - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of RMB 0.9 per 10 shares (including tax) and issue 2 bonus shares for every 10 shares from capital reserves [2] Production and Development - The Zhuhai production base is being developed in two phases, with the first phase's construction nearly complete and trial production of the photoresist production line expected in the second half of the year [3] - The second phase will involve the construction of two high-end photoresist production lines, with funding expected to be in place by January 2025 and a construction period of 2.5 years [3] Research and Development - In 2024, the company invested RMB 51.8 million in R&D, marking a 17% increase year-on-year, leading to breakthroughs in various photoresist products [6] Sustainability Initiatives - The company is advancing the high-end photoresist project in Zhuhai and has established a subsidiary in Thailand to enhance international business and sustainability [4] Accounts Receivable Management - The company emphasizes accounts receivable management, which constitutes a significant portion of total assets, through customer background checks, credit limit controls, and regular risk assessments [5] Market Expansion - The company has established a subsidiary in Thailand with an investment of USD 7 million to enhance its overseas market presence and meet the needs of PCB customers [8]