Core Viewpoint - The company, Mingguang Rierjinda Technology Co., Ltd., is facing scrutiny from regulatory authorities due to inconsistencies in its performance metrics compared to industry trends, as well as a lack of revenue from products that were supposed to be mass-produced in the past two years [1][2]. Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the years 2022 to 2024 was reported as 403 million yuan, 467 million yuan, and 476 million yuan respectively, while the net profit attributable to the parent company was 59.85 million yuan, 92.27 million yuan, and 84.84 million yuan for the same years [3]. - The total assets as of December 31, 2024, were approximately 756.78 million yuan, with total equity of about 587.89 million yuan, reflecting an increase from the previous year [4]. Profitability Metrics - The company's gross margin has shown a significant increase, with rates of 32.26%, 37.74%, and 39.72% from 2022 to 2024, compared to comparable companies' average gross margins of 18.86%, 17.95%, and 15.86% [5]. - The company attributes its higher gross margin to increased sales to foreign clients, particularly Northern Steel in Russia, which has led to higher product pricing [5]. Market Dynamics - The overall production of refractory materials in China has been declining since 2020, particularly in the steel industry, which is expected to see a year-on-year decrease in pig iron production in 2024 [4]. - The company claims that structural adjustments in the industry have provided opportunities for growth, supported by stable customer demand and increasing recognition from overseas clients [5]. Investment and Funding - The company plans to reduce its fundraising target from 473 million yuan to 335 million yuan, with funds allocated for projects related to carbon capture technology and the expansion of production lines [8]. - Regulatory authorities have raised concerns regarding the necessity and rationale behind the investment in products that have not generated revenue in recent years, specifically non-metallic furnace grates and supports [10]. Production Capacity and Utilization - The company has reported that its production capacity for certain products has not been fully utilized, with utilization rates of 62.10% for high furnace body linings and 76.68% for other non-shaped refractory products in 2024 [12]. - The company plans to produce 410 tons of non-metallic furnace grates and supports, citing potential customer demand as a justification for this investment [10].