宏信建发20250512
2025-05-12 15:16
Summary of the Conference Call Company and Industry Involved - **Company**: 红星建发 (Hongxing Jianda) - **Industry**: Equipment Rental Market in Malaysia Key Points and Arguments - **Acquisition Strategy**: 红星建发 acquired 东庆公司 (Dongqing Company) to bypass local regulations on second-hand equipment imports, quickly gain local customer resources, and enhance service quality and efficiency, thereby reducing reliance on Chinese clients and price competition [2][3][5] - **Market Growth**: The Malaysian equipment rental market is experiencing stable growth, with the number of aerial work platforms reaching 12,000 units. 红星建发 and 东庆 together hold approximately 35% market share, benefiting from data center projects in the new special zone [2][7] - **东庆 Company Profile**: 东庆 is the largest equipment rental company in Malaysia, with around 1,400 units and a high local customer repurchase rate of 90%. It has a net asset of approximately 100 million MYR and an EBIT of 40 million MYR, with an ROE exceeding 10% [2][4] - **Strategic Goals Post-Merger**: The joint venture aims to complement customer bases, influence industry policy, reduce operational costs, and absorb smaller rental companies through a buy-and-build model to enhance operational capabilities [2][9] - **Future Market Projections**: 红星建发 anticipates that the equipment inventory in Malaysia will grow to 19,000-20,000 units in the next 3-5 years, focusing on new machine sales through an agency model while maintaining strict PMA certification rules to limit second-hand equipment influx [2][15] Additional Important Content - **Regulatory Challenges**: The company faced challenges due to regulatory changes that restricted the import of second-hand equipment without PMA certification, prompting the acquisition of 东庆 as a solution [3][5] - **Market Dynamics**: The Malaysian market is characterized by a focus on service quality and efficiency among local clients, contrasting with the price competition prevalent in the Chinese market [4][6] - **Cost Optimization**: Post-merger, cost optimization strategies include reducing site rental fees, lowering PMA certification costs, and utilizing 东庆's logistics capabilities to halve logistics costs [10] - **Long-term Outlook**: The outlook is optimistic, with plans to strengthen ties with local clients and absorb smaller rental companies, aiming for sustainable long-term growth [11] - **Valuation Comparisons**: The valuation of the Southeast Asian equipment rental market is generally higher than that of the Hong Kong capital market, with acquisition multiples ranging from 8 to 12 times EBITDA in the region [12][24] - **Future Expansion Plans**: The company plans to continue expanding its overseas presence, particularly in the Middle East and Southeast Asia, through strategic acquisitions and potential public listings [22][25] This summary encapsulates the key insights from the conference call, highlighting the strategic direction and market dynamics of 红星建发 in the Malaysian equipment rental industry.
华虹半导体20250512
2025-05-12 15:16
Summary of Huahong Semiconductor Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Huahong Semiconductor - **Industry**: Semiconductor Manufacturing Key Points and Arguments 1. **Capacity Expansion**: Huahong Semiconductor's total capacity reached 413,000 wafers (equivalent to 8-inch) in Q1 2025, with the new Wuxi plant contributing an additional 25,000 wafers not fully accounted for yet. Significant delivery increases are expected in Q2 due to new capacity release [2][5][6]. 2. **Average Selling Price (ASP) Trends**: In Q1 2025, the ASP for 8-inch wafers slightly decreased while the ASP for 12-inch wafers slightly increased, leading to an overall ASP decline of approximately 0.x%. ASP is expected to rise in Q2 to Q4, despite initial operational pressures from the new plant [2][7][8]. 3. **Growth in Application Areas**: Rapid growth is observed in power management, RF, high-voltage power semiconductors, and embedded flash memory. Power device capacity is fully utilized, with potential price increases anticipated. Demand in the industrial robotics sector is recovering, and high-voltage power device demand remains strong [2][9]. 4. **Sales Performance by Product Type**: In Q1, sales revenue for analog and power management products grew by 34.8% year-over-year, while logic and RF products saw slower growth at 4%. The CIS business impacted overall growth, although WiFi RF showed good growth [2][10]. 5. **Cost and Margin Outlook**: The new plant's initial high fixed costs are pressuring gross margins, but as capacity increases, these pressures are expected to ease. The goal is to gradually increase overall gross margin from 10% to 20% [2][12][14]. 6. **Technological Advancements**: The company plans to advance to 28nm and 22nm processes, primarily for high-performance computing, IoT devices, and automotive electronics, with production taking place at the new Wuxi plant [2][12]. 7. **Utilization Rates**: The first 12-inch wafer fab has maintained full capacity, with actual production exceeding 100,000 wafers since early 2025. The second fab is expected to reach 83,000 wafers by mid-2026 [4][6]. 8. **Market Demand and Inventory Risks**: The company maintains a positive outlook for market demand in the second half of the year, despite some potential inventory risks in domestic applications. Overall, demand remains strong [15]. 9. **AI Impact**: The development of AI is significantly boosting power management business growth in North America, with expectations for continued acceleration in performance in the coming quarters [3][17][18]. 10. **Strategic Partnerships**: A strategic cooperation agreement with STMicroelectronics focuses on 40nm products, with expected sales growth starting in late 2025 and into 2026 [25]. Additional Important Insights - **MCU Market Performance**: The MCU market is gradually improving, with expectations for better performance in Q2 compared to Q1. Smart card sales showed significant growth in Q1 [11][15]. - **Revenue Distribution**: Future revenue distribution across product categories is expected to change, with power management anticipated to grow the fastest, while logic and RF may see adjustments to optimize high-value capacity utilization [22]. - **Stock Price Reaction**: The recent stock price decline may be attributed to market misunderstanding of the company's guidance, despite sales growth. This presents an opportunity for interested investors [27][28].
CIFI Holdings (Group) Co (00884) Update / Briefing Transcript
2025-05-12 10:00
Summary of CIFI Holdings (Group) Co (00884) Update / Briefing Company Overview - **Company**: CIFI Holdings (Group) Co - **Date of Meeting**: May 12, 2025 - **Context**: The company is undergoing offshore debt restructuring following a convening order from the Hong Kong court on April 23, 2025, with a scheme meeting scheduled for June 3, 2025 [1][3]. Key Points Discussed Current Business Operations - The company acknowledges past mismanagement during rapid expansion, leading to current difficulties [3][4]. - CIFI has retained a significant amount of net assets, estimated in tens of billions of RMB, which is crucial for avoiding insolvency risk [5][16]. Restructuring Efforts - The restructuring plan aims to improve the capital structure and balance sheet, with a focus on debt reduction and operational efficiency [5][24]. - The company has maintained a delivery rate of 95% for housing units, delivering 270,000 units over the past three years [16][24]. - The restructuring includes a debt-to-equity conversion, expected to reduce unsecured debt by over 50% to below RMB30 billion [26]. Financial Overview - As of the end of 2024, the company's interest-bearing liabilities decreased to RMB86.6 billion, a 30% reduction from its peak [24][25]. - The company’s attributable land bank is valued at approximately RMB130 billion, primarily in key cities [24]. - Rental income from investment properties is projected to be nearly RMB1.8 billion in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year increase of about 10% [24]. Strategic Focus - CIFI is shifting from a high-leverage model to a sustainable model focusing on low debt and high-quality residential capabilities [8]. - The company plans to concentrate on three core businesses: labor rental, self-developed projects, and asset management [9][10]. - Five core strategies have been established to navigate the industry transformation, including regional focus and premium product strategy [11][12]. Management and Team Stability - The management team has remained stable, which is viewed positively by investors, indicating confidence in the company's recovery potential [23][17]. - The company emphasizes the importance of retaining core teams and human capital during industry challenges [17]. Future Outlook - The restructuring process is seen as a critical step towards recovery, with a focus on restoring credit and profitability [18][19]. - The management expresses confidence in the long-term growth prospects of the company and the investment value of its stock [21]. Important Dates - The scheme meeting is scheduled for June 3, 2025, with various deadlines for creditor actions leading up to it [37][38]. Additional Important Information - The restructuring plan offers multiple options for creditors, including debt-to-equity conversion and various repayment structures [31][35]. - The company aims to align interests between creditors and shareholders through the restructuring process [28][36]. This summary encapsulates the key points from the CIFI Holdings briefing, highlighting the company's current status, restructuring efforts, financial health, strategic focus, and future outlook.
再鼎医药20250509
2025-05-12 01:48
Summary of the Conference Call for Zai Lab Company Overview - **Company**: Zai Lab - **Date**: May 9, 2025 Key Points Industry and Market Performance - Zai Lab's core product, Efgartigimod, experienced strong sales growth in its first year after entering the medical insurance system, despite seasonal impacts in Q1 2025. Patient numbers rebounded significantly in March and April, leading to confidence in annual sales projections [2][4][16] - The company anticipates total revenue for 2025 to reach between $560 million and $590 million, with profitability expected in Q4 2025. By 2028, revenue is projected to exceed $2 billion, continuing to grow into 2030 [2][5] Product Pipeline and Development - The core product GL1,310 (DLD-ADC) is expected to accelerate approval in the U.S. by 2027, with a key clinical study for small cell lung cancer set to launch soon, and data to be presented at the ASCO conference [2][6] - Efgartigimod's market penetration is increasing, with new guidelines recommending its use for patients with myasthenia gravis. The Chinese guidelines for myasthenia gravis are expected to be updated mid-year, indicating significant market potential [2][7] - The launch of Dovato will address the treatment gap for approximately 300,000 cases of Acinetobacter baumannii infections in China, and the company plans to expand Efgartigimod's applications in other conditions [2][9] Financial Performance - In Q1 2025, Zai Lab reported a total revenue increase of 22% year-over-year, reaching $106.5 million. The number of products launched in Greater China increased to 8, up from 5 in the previous year [4] - The company reduced its operational loss by 20% year-over-year in Q1, with adjusted operational loss improving by 25%, setting a solid foundation for achieving profitability in Q4 [11][15] Research and Development - Zai Lab is advancing multiple global R&D projects, including GL1,310, which has shown promising preliminary data in previous conferences. The company plans to initiate a global pivotal clinical study for small cell lung cancer later this year [6][12] - Other important products, such as Zejula and Nuzyra, have also shown strong performance, with Dovato receiving positive feedback from doctors and patients [8] Strategic Initiatives - The company is focused on maintaining prudent financial expenditures, with R&D and SGA expenses significantly decreasing as operational efficiency improves [10] - Zai Lab is actively pursuing insurance negotiations to expand market coverage and enhance patient access to Efgartigimod, aiming to cover 85% of the GMS market potential hospitals [16][22] Competitive Landscape - The introduction of more biologics in the market is seen as beneficial for patients, providing more treatment options and enhancing the long-term use of biologics. Zai Lab is confident in Efgartigimod's market share due to its efficacy and safety profile [21] Future Outlook - Key upcoming catalysts include data updates at ASCO, pivotal clinical data for bemarituzumab in gastric cancer, and ongoing preparations for insurance negotiations [17] - The company is optimistic about the impact of geopolitical factors on its business, believing that current tariff policies will not significantly affect operations [18][19] Conclusion - Zai Lab is positioned for significant growth with a robust product pipeline, strong financial management, and strategic initiatives aimed at expanding market presence and enhancing patient access to innovative therapies [35][36]
中广核矿业20250509
2025-05-12 01:48
Summary of the Conference Call on China General Nuclear Power Corporation (CGN) Mining Industry Overview - The uranium price peaked in Q1 2024 and has recently rebounded to stabilize at $69.5 per pound due to positive news from the nuclear power sector and exemptions from Trump’s tariffs [2][3] - The uranium market is experiencing tight supply, with SK Chemicals maintaining its production strategy and CGN Mining facing production guidance constraints due to sulfuric acid supply limitations [2][6] - The overall industry fundamentals remain strong, providing a favorable outlook for investors [6] Key Points on Uranium Market Dynamics - The uranium trade market is influenced by various macroeconomic factors, with prices dropping after reaching $107 per pound in Q1 2024 due to market expectation adjustments following sanctions on Russian nuclear fuel [3] - Recent positive developments include the U.S. planning to build new nuclear power plants and the approval of new reactors in China, which have bolstered market confidence [5] - The domestic approval of new nuclear power units is expected to increase uranium demand by approximately 2,000 tons annually [27] Production and Supply Insights - CGN Mining expects its uranium production to remain stable at around 1,300 tons this year, with potential increases if sulfuric acid supply improves [10][11] - The acquisition of a 30% stake in Rosson Uranium by CGN Group is anticipated to inject approximately 600 tons of equity production into the company [13] - The Lake Mountain uranium mine is performing well, maintaining a steady output of 4,500 tons of uranium, with plans for further exploration to expand resources [14] Challenges and Strategic Responses - The global uranium market pricing mechanism is problematic, with spot prices being overly influential despite 90% of transactions occurring through long-term contracts [31] - The company is addressing these pricing issues by emphasizing the importance of long-term contract price indices in communications with clients and investors [33] - The ongoing geopolitical factors and uncertainties, such as tariff issues, are causing delays in project signings and construction plans [16][17] Future Outlook - The uranium supply is currently about 20% less than demand, with production at 58,000 tons against a demand of 70,000 to 75,000 tons [19] - The long-term contract prices have remained stable at $80 per pound, indicating a tight supply-demand balance in the industry [15][31] - Future uranium production capacity and fundamentals are expected to remain stable over the next three years, with no significant changes anticipated [34] Conclusion - The uranium market is characterized by tight supply, increasing demand from new nuclear projects, and a complex pricing mechanism that companies like CGN Mining are navigating through strategic acquisitions and production management. The overall outlook remains positive, with strong fundamentals supporting future growth.
固生堂20250508
2025-05-08 15:31
Summary of the Conference Call for Guoshengtang Company Overview - Guoshengtang is a company operating in the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) sector, focusing on outpatient services and AI integration in healthcare. Key Points and Arguments Industry Performance - Guoshengtang's outpatient volume saw a significant year-on-year increase of 12.1% in Q1 2025, contrasting with the overall negative growth of approximately 5% in the A-share pharmaceutical sector [2][6][21]. - The outpatient volume in April 2025 grew over 20%, with offline regions nearing a 25% increase, indicating strong growth momentum [2][3]. Company Growth and Market Position - The company is confident in the long-term demand for TCM services, driven by an aging population and increasing health awareness, suggesting a substantial growth potential in the market [2][7]. - Guoshengtang's market share is currently below 1%, with 1-2% in first and second-tier cities, indicating significant room for expansion [7]. AI Integration and Future Prospects - 2025 marks the year of AI commercialization for Guoshengtang, with an expected revenue increment of approximately 30 million RMB from AI initiatives [2][9][10]. - The company has partnered with top experts to develop AI diagnostic models, with plans to deliver over 10 expert avatars by July 2025 [9][10]. - AI is anticipated to enhance medical resource supply, potentially generating an additional 100 million RMB in revenue by improving capacity by just 1% [11]. Shareholder Value and Stock Buyback - Guoshengtang emphasizes shareholder interests, planning to repurchase and cancel shares to enhance earnings per share and maintain long-term value for investors [2][5][21]. - The management believes the current trading price significantly undervalues the company, reinforcing their commitment to stock buybacks [5]. Market Environment and M&A Strategy - The domestic market is shifting towards a buyer's market, with decreasing acquisition prices, providing favorable conditions for mergers and acquisitions [4][18][19]. - Guoshengtang has signed equity transfer agreements with several hospitals and is actively pursuing additional acquisition opportunities [18][19]. Regulatory and Policy Outlook - The company is optimistic about the supportive policies for TCM development highlighted during the 2025 National Two Sessions, which emphasize high-quality growth in the TCM sector [20]. - Guoshengtang is closely monitoring the second round of centralized procurement, expecting policies that protect traditional medical institutions from unsustainable pricing pressures [20]. Revenue Growth and Financial Performance - The company expects its in-hospital preparations revenue to reach approximately 50 million RMB in 2025, integrating AI to recommend effective treatments [4][22]. - Guoshengtang's first-quarter performance showed over 50% growth in offline services, maintaining double-digit growth despite a high base [21]. Additional Important Insights - The company is enhancing patient engagement through improved membership services, which could significantly increase revenue by boosting patient visit frequency [12]. - AI technology is being utilized to improve follow-up experiences for patients, ensuring better communication and data management between patients and doctors [15][16]. - Guoshengtang is also exploring international expansion, particularly in Singapore and other overseas markets, to enhance its global footprint [19][20].
中国人保中国财险
2025-05-08 15:31
Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Company Overview - The conference call pertains to China Pacific Insurance (Group) Co., Ltd. (中国人保) and its subsidiary China Pacific Property Insurance Co., Ltd. (中国财险) [1][2][3] Core Industry Insights - China Pacific Insurance plans to increase its secondary market investment proportion by 5 percentage points over the next three years, with a target increase of 2 percentage points in 2025 [1][3] - The company focuses on technology innovation stocks and stable income stocks from the CSI 300 index, maintaining its investment strategy despite risk factor differences [1][3] - The company has extended the assessment period for OCI stock investments to three years, setting a positive net value return as a baseline requirement, which positively impacts investment stability [1][4] Financial Performance Highlights - In Q1 2025, the underwriting financial profit of China Pacific Insurance saw a significant year-on-year increase, primarily driven by the life insurance sector, with a notable rise in dividend insurance investment returns [1][5] - The property insurance segment reported an underwriting profit of 6.65 billion yuan, a 183% increase year-on-year, with a combined cost ratio decreasing by 3.4 percentage points due to reduced natural disaster losses and effective cost control [1][5][6] - The company anticipates continued positive performance in the property insurance sector for Q2 2025, supported by a favorable investment environment [1][5] Strategic Focus and Challenges - The company has a low demand for mergers and acquisitions, focusing instead on refined team management rather than scale expansion [2][8] - The growth rate of auto insurance is low due to economic slowdown and regulatory policies, prompting the company to optimize its business structure [2][10] - A challenging target of achieving a combined cost ratio of 99% in non-auto insurance has been set, which may lead to a decline in business growth as the company focuses on quality over aggressive pricing [2][13][14] Regulatory and Market Environment - The company views regulatory support for long-term capital market entry positively, believing it will optimize solvency requirements and reduce capital constraints on equity investments [2][3] - The company expects to maintain premium growth at a stable rate in line with industry averages, with internal requirements for operational units to meet set limits [11] Future Outlook - The company is optimistic about the potential for improved performance in the face of natural disasters, with expectations for a favorable first half of the year [7] - The company is preparing for the implementation of personalized reporting and cost control measures in response to regulatory changes starting in 2024 [18] - The company anticipates that the overall investment strategy will remain focused on increasing the proportion of OCI assets while managing TPL assets to mitigate profit volatility [20][22] Investment and Valuation Insights - The company is actively seeking to expand overseas asset allocation to enhance investment returns amid current interest rate environments [20] - The valuation of China Pacific Insurance in the Hong Kong market is closely related to its property insurance subsidiary, with both entities experiencing fluctuating valuations based on market conditions and investor sentiment [22][24] Conclusion - Overall, China Pacific Insurance is positioned to leverage its strengths in the insurance market while navigating regulatory changes and optimizing its investment strategies to enhance profitability and stability in the coming years [1][24]
万物云20250507
2025-05-07 15:20
Summary of Wanwu Cloud Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Wanwu Cloud - **Date**: May 7, 2025 Key Points Industry and Company Performance - Wanwu Cloud expects revenue to maintain high single-digit growth, with core net profit growth expected to exceed 15% year-on-year, already achieved in Q1 2025 [2][3] - The company is reducing business with related parties, with related party transaction revenue accounting for less than 8% of total revenue, dropping below 7% in Q1 2025 [2][3] - Residential new contract premium income in Q1 reached nearly 500 million yuan, with existing stock contributing nearly 400 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of nearly 50%. In contrast, new developer project income decreased by nearly 50% [2][3] - The company plans to launch a flexible pricing system by the end of 2024, with 9 new projects secured in Q1 2025, generating 35 million yuan in contract premium income, and 16 more projects under negotiation, expecting nearly 200 million yuan in total for the year [2][3][5] Financial Highlights - New contract premium income from commercial office buildings in Q1 reached 780 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of over 20%, with property management (PM) and facility management (FM) projects each accounting for half [2][5] - The company has strong accounts receivable management, with related party accounts receivable decreasing both year-on-year and quarter-on-quarter [2][5] Shareholder Returns and Financial Strategy - Wanwu Cloud emphasizes shareholder returns, continuing to distribute at least 55% of core net profit as dividends, and is in discussions for more stock buybacks at current prices [4][10] - The company has around 100 million yuan in cash, with limited funds in fixed deposits, and plans to use cash for dividends and buybacks while maintaining operational stability [9][10] - The company is open to small-scale acquisitions, having completed a 25 million yuan contract premium income acquisition in Q1 2025, and is exploring larger acquisition opportunities in energy management and catering sectors [9] Future Outlook - The company anticipates that future projects will primarily revolve around the residential sector, with a significant portion of contract income still coming from Vanke-developed properties, although the number of projects may decrease [8] - The expected contract guarantee income for 2024 is around 150 million yuan, with a slight decrease anticipated for 2025 [8] - The company aims for a stable property service gross margin of around 15%, with current margins expected to remain stable due to ongoing investments in property upgrades and maintenance [12][13] Additional Insights - The flexible pricing strategy is designed to penetrate lower-tier markets, with service prices ranging from 1 to 2.5 yuan, which is lower than previous projects [4][6] - The company has not engaged in equity pledges and is only informed about related matters, indicating no direct influence on such actions [6] This summary encapsulates the key insights from the conference call, highlighting Wanwu Cloud's performance, strategic initiatives, and future outlook in the property management industry.
东方甄选20250506
2025-05-06 15:27
东方甄选 20250506 摘要 • 东方甄选采取多平台策略,抖音平台贡献约 80%的 GMV,为公司基本盘。 同时,公司积极拓展淘宝、京东、小红书、拼多多等货架电商渠道,通过 口碑传播实现增长,未进行付费推广。 • 公司计划通过新东方教育机构的自动售卖机进行品牌曝光,并将在新东方 举办家庭公益讲座,分享产品开发理念和品牌故事,以覆盖更多潜在用户 群体。 • 东方甄选 APP 以自营品为主,涵盖日常生活所需,自营品 30 天复购率达 50%。公司目标是增加 APP 下载量和付费会员,通过营销活动提升活跃度, 并可能邀请歌手举办线上演唱会吸引用户。 • 公司拥有 600 款 SKU 的自营产品,常年在售 300 款,食品类目丰富。通 过大数据了解消费群体需求,引入新品并迭代老品,同时参考行业友商优 势,不断提升产品力。 • 公司采取多层次质检措施确保自营产品品质,自营产品逐渐赢得消费者信 任。自营产品选择原则包括绿色、健康、美味及高性价比,未来将加强与 外界合作,将自营产品推广至其他平台或直播间销售。 Q&A 请介绍一下东方甄选公司在 2025 财年的整体战略和业务发展情况。 东方甄选在 2025 财年继续沿着 ...
独家:蚂蚁集团正洽谈国际业务部门在香港 IPO 事宜 --- Exclusive Ant Group in Talks for International Unit IPO in Hong Kong
2025-05-06 02:28
Summary of Ant Group's IPO Discussion Company and Industry - **Company**: Ant Group Co. Ltd. - **Industry**: Fintech, specifically focusing on digital payments and financial technology Core Points and Arguments - Ant Group is in discussions with regulators for an IPO of its international unit, Ant International, in Hong Kong, with no current policy obstacles indicated [3][4][5] - The company is 33% controlled by Alibaba Group, and recent governance restructuring has allowed Ant Group to potentially revive its stalled IPO [6][7] - Jack Ma, the founder, reduced his voting rights from 53.46% to just over 6% as part of a broader overhaul following regulatory crackdowns in 2020 [6][7] - Under current IPO regulations, a change in actual control allows Ant Group to list in Hong Kong as soon as early 2024 [8] - Ant Group initially announced its IPO intentions in July 2020, aiming to raise $34.5 billion, but the application was suspended in November 2020 due to regulatory changes [9][10] - Recent developments, such as the acquisition of a controlling stake in Bright Smart Securities, have fueled speculation about the revival of the IPO [11][12] - Market insiders believe a backdoor listing through Bright Smart Securities is unlikely due to regulatory challenges [13][15] Additional Important Information - Ant International, headquartered in Singapore, has seen its revenue contribution grow from approximately 5% in 2020 to around 20% by 2024, with an estimated market valuation of 200 billion yuan ($27.8 billion) [17][18] - The company started in 2015, focusing on cross-border payments for Chinese tourists and has expanded its operations significantly in Southeast Asia [19] - Ant Group is also enhancing its overseas lending business through platforms like Anext Bank and Bettr, targeting small and midsize businesses [20]