Core Viewpoint - Company focuses on a three-in-one development engine of "supermarket + asset leasing + management output" centered around physical stores, covering regions such as Hainan, Guangdong, Shaanxi, Hunan, Jiangsu, and Jilin [1] Group 1: Business Operations - The company continues to optimize its business model in response to new consumption trends, with the supermarket chain segment centered on Shun Kelong, leveraging the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area policies [1] - Aiming to build an ecosystem of "fresh direct procurement + instant retail + community services" through "regional deep cultivation + scenario innovation" to create an omnichannel network [1] - The company utilizes digital and AI technologies to enhance the "online ordering + community self-pickup" model, deepening cooperation with Meituan and JD Daojia for improved short-distance delivery efficiency [1] Group 2: Real Estate Projects - The commercial real estate projects focus on the trend of consumption upgrades, with innovations in business formats to stimulate revenue, such as the Changchun project which creates a "night economy complex" led by entertainment, supplemented by e-commerce and specialty dining [1] - The company emphasizes the operation of industrial properties in major national and regional center cities, focusing on "commercial operation + urban integration" to create a smart, high-value-added industrial ecosystem [1] Group 3: Brand Development - The company operates the Xingyue MALL, a dual-use underground commercial space that integrates shopping and leisure with national defense emergency functions, participating in urban safety system construction [1] - During the reporting period, the total foot traffic in the operated Xingyue MALL districts increased by 11% year-on-year, with key stores in Zunyi, Guiyang, Panzhihua, and Yining successfully established [1] - In brand output, the company signs light-asset projects using the "TOD + dual-use" standardized model to expand the "Xingyue MALL" brand, generating revenue from commercial operations [1]

2022 Performance Highlights - Anton Oilfield Services Group achieved revenue of RMB 3,514.9 million in 2022[14] - Profit attributable to equity holders reached RMB 293.8 million in 2022[14] - Overseas markets experienced substantial growth, with the Iraqi market growing by 48% to RMB 1,536.0 million[18], and other overseas markets growing by 16.2% to RMB 485.2 million[18] - New businesses contributed a growing percentage of total revenue, reaching 41% in 2022[21] - Free cash flow reached a historical high of RMB 426.0 million in 2022[29] - The company reduced its financial leverage, with the gearing ratio decreasing to 58.6% and Debt/EBITDA decreasing to 2.0X[32] Strategic Initiatives and Developments - Anton successfully introduced strategic investors into T-ALL inspection, financing RMB 252 million through selling 18.69% of T-ALL's interests[24] - The company is pursuing asset securitization, with plans to spin off the inspection business to the A-share market[24] - Anton is focused on precision engineering technology services, which led to a production increase of over three times in a tight sandstone gas reservoir project in North China[22] 2023 Outlook and Growth Strategies - The company aims to capitalize on the widening global oil and gas supply gap and opportunities for stable development[39, 40] - Anton plans to expand its global presence, focusing on markets like Iraq, West Africa, China, Indonesia, and other emerging regions[47] - The company intends to promote precision engineering technology to upgrade traditional business and change the competitive landscape[39, 50] - Anton will continue to develop unique and innovative businesses, including oilfield management, asset leasing, inspection, and digital services[39, 53] - The company aims to improve operating efficiency and deliver quality results through data-driven strategies[39, 74]

Financial Performance - The company's revenue increased by 12.1% from RMB 1,688.0 million in 1H 2022 to RMB 1,892.4 million in 1H 2023 [9] - Profit attributable to owners of the company increased by 7.9% from RMB 90.7 million in 1H 2022 to RMB 97.9 million in 1H 2023 [9] - Free cash flow increased by 14.0% from RMB 150.2 million in 1H 2022 to RMB 171.2 million in 1H 2023 [9] Business Growth and Strategy - Overseas business led the growth, with revenue in Iraq increasing by 37.5% from RMB 720.0 million in 1H 2022 to RMB 990.0 million in 1H 2023 [13] - Revenue in other overseas markets increased by 11.2% from RMB 214.8 million in 1H 2022 to RMB 238.8 million in 1H 2023 [14] - Revenue from innovative businesses grew more than 30% [19] - Innovative businesses contributed more than 50% of total revenue, with RMB 1,025.0 million in 1H 2023 compared to RMB 788.1 million in 1H 2022 [19] - Revenue in the domestic market decreased by 12.1% from RMB 753.2 million in 1H 2022 to RMB 662.0 million in 1H 2023 [16] Future Outlook and Opportunities - The industry anticipates rapid growth in unconventional oil and gas development [43] - The company aims to seize opportunities in domestic and overseas markets, focusing on stimulation services and natural gas utilization [46, 47] - The company will continue to develop the Anton platform by matching online and offline businesses [54] - The company will implement full-process cash flow management [58]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2022, the revenue was RMB 3.5 billion, with a net profit attributable to shareholders of RMB 290 million, marking a substantial increase year on year and a return to pre-COVID levels [4][5] - Free cash flow reached RMB 430 million, an increase of approximately RMB 70 million, and return on equity exceeded pre-epidemic levels at 9.9%, up 7.3% since 2021 [11][12] - The gearing ratio decreased from 68.9% before the epidemic to 58.7%, and debt over EBITDA dropped from 4.6 to 2.0, indicating a more stable capital structure [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from overseas markets reached RMB 1.5 billion, an increase of 48%, while revenue from other overseas markets was RMB 490 million, up 16.2% [7] - New business products, including oilfield management, inspection, and asset leasing, contributed significantly to revenue, increasing by 23% year on year [8] - The precision engineering technology services achieved a threefold increase in local production, contributing to customer incentives beyond engineering service fees [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The domestic market maintained stable revenue despite pandemic challenges, with a return to growth trajectory [5][8] - The company plans to focus on the development of natural gas markets in China and expand into international markets, including Iraq and West Africa [16][17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to become an innovative global leading oilfield services provider, focusing on differentiated competitive advantages and breakthrough contributions to customers [51][52] - Plans include promoting precision engineering technology, developing unique and innovative businesses, and leveraging data-driven operations to improve efficiency [14][15][26] - The launch of an e-commerce platform, AT Mall, aims to empower oil companies and suppliers, facilitating transactions and enhancing market presence [17][58] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in overcoming past challenges, with expectations for stable growth in the oil and gas development market as supply gaps widen [15][16] - The company anticipates that the cancellation of pandemic control measures will positively impact profit margins in 2023 [33] - Management highlighted the importance of innovation and tailored project solutions to enhance customer value and drive growth [56][57] Other Important Information - The wholly-owned subsidiary, Qiol Inspection Group, is set to spin off and list on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange by the end of 2025, with profit agreements in place with strategic investors [36][37] - The company has achieved a significant milestone in the Indonesian market, with a four to five times increase in overall order volume compared to previous years [37] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the reason for the EBITDA margin drop in the group's segments? - The decrease is attributed to pandemic control measures affecting project execution in key markets, leading to a revenue drop of around RMB 450 million, while fixed costs remained [31] - Inflation also impacted margins, with rising raw material prices affecting cost delivery to customers [32] Question: What is the current status of the TOR inspection group's spin-off project? - The spin-off is planned for listing on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange by the end of 2025, with a profit requirement of RMB 130 million for this year, which is a 30% increase from 2022 [36][37] Question: Can you provide details on the company's cash on hand? - As of the end of 2022, the company had RMB 727 million in cash, with RMB 155 million from TOR's strategic investors included [37][38] Question: What is the company's CapEx expenditure plan for 2023? - The company plans to maintain consistent CapEx spending within impairment limits, focusing on asset leasing platform construction [45][46]