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Summary of the Conference Call Company Overview - The conference call was hosted by Zhang Chi, Chief of Construction at Changjiang Securities, focusing on Zhonggong International, a state-owned enterprise in the construction industry [1] - Key executives from Zhonggong International, including the Secretary of the Board, Zheng Zaizhou, and CFO, Kang, participated in the discussion [1] Financial Performance - For 2025, Zhonggong International reported revenues of 11.4 billion CNY and a net profit of 307 million CNY, indicating a year-on-year decline [2] - The decline in revenue and profit is attributed to multiple projects reaching their execution peak in 2024 and currency depreciation leading to exchange rate losses [2][12] - The company’s cash flow from operating activities saw a significant increase, with a net cash flow of over 800 million CNY, driven by several key projects in Turkey and gas storage [2][7] - New contracts signed in international engineering amounted to 2.106 billion USD, with effective contracts reaching 1.88 billion USD, a year-on-year increase of 62.91% [3][6] Project Development - Zhonggong International is focusing on key regions such as Central Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America, with ongoing projects in countries like Nicaragua and Iraq [5] - In 2025, the company signed 8 overseas medical projects and continued to develop oil and gas projects in Turkey and Iraq [3][5] - The company is also advancing its EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects, including two waste-to-energy projects in Uzbekistan [3] Currency and Risk Management - The company is actively monitoring exchange rate fluctuations and has implemented measures such as forward contracts to manage currency risk [2][13] - The CFO noted that the company holds a certain proportion of USD assets and is exploring various methods to mitigate the impact of currency fluctuations, including using RMB for financing [13][41] Future Outlook and Strategic Planning - Zhonggong International is preparing for its 15th Five-Year Plan, emphasizing high-quality construction and international expansion [47] - The company aims to increase its international revenue share, which currently exceeds 60%, and enhance its capabilities in high-end equipment manufacturing [48] - The management is also considering potential mergers and acquisitions to strengthen its equipment manufacturing segment [52][53] Dividend Policy - The company has a long-term shareholder return plan, committing to distribute no less than 40% of the distributable profits as dividends [55] Key Projects and Progress - The two waste-to-energy projects are on track for completion by 2027-2028, with expected returns of no less than 8% [57] - The Tianmen cableway project has seen significant visitor turnout, indicating strong revenue potential [60] Conclusion - The conference highlighted Zhonggong International's stable financial performance amidst challenges, ongoing project developments, and strategic plans for future growth and risk management [2][3][47]