Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the financial struggles of Zhichun Technology, which, despite achieving significant revenue growth, faces severe cash flow issues, high accounts receivable, and mounting debts, leading to concerns about its financial health and sustainability [2][9][57]. Financial Performance - Zhichun Technology's revenue skyrocketed from 369 million in 2017 to 3.605 billion in 2024, nearly a tenfold increase over eight years [2]. - However, the company has reported a cumulative net cash outflow of 2.786 billion over the same period, indicating a pattern of "operating at a loss" [9]. - In 2024, the company experienced a net profit drop of 93.7% compared to 2023, with a net loss of 57.4 million, marking its first loss since going public [43][57]. Accounts Receivable and Inventory Issues - As of the end of 2024, accounts receivable reached 2.834 billion, 8.5 times that of 2017, consistently accounting for about 70% of total revenue [10][14]. - The company's inventory ballooned to 3.118 billion by the end of 2024, a 15-fold increase since 2017, with inventory turnover days extending to 435 days [22][24]. - The proportion of inventory to total revenue surged from 56% to 86.5% over three years, raising concerns about the efficiency of asset management [23]. Debt and Financial Health - The company's interest-bearing debt increased 15 times over eight years, reaching 5.746 billion by the end of 2024, with a debt ratio of 42.33% [57][58]. - In 2024, the interest expenses hit a record high of 185 million, consuming a significant portion of the company's earnings [58]. - The company reported only 900 million in cash against 5.746 billion in debt, highlighting a precarious financial situation [61]. Corporate Governance and Transparency - The company has faced scrutiny from the Shanghai Stock Exchange regarding its accounts receivable disclosures, which it has largely kept confidential, citing "commercial secrets" [18][20]. - There are concerns about the company's high bad debt provisions, which have increased significantly, indicating potential issues with credit management [45][49]. Market Position and Competitiveness - Despite the overall positive environment for the semiconductor industry, Zhichun Technology's performance has diverged negatively from its peers, raising questions about its competitive position [31][35]. - The company's gross margin has declined significantly, contrasting with the upward trends seen in similar companies within the industry [28].