Company Breakthrough - JinkoSolar achieved a significant breakthrough in N-type TOPCon-based perovskite tandem solar cell technology, with a conversion efficiency of 33.84%, surpassing its previous record of 33.24% [1] - This marks the 27th time JinkoSolar has set a world record for efficiency and power output in PV products [1] Technological Innovations - The perovskite tandem solar cell utilizes N-type high-efficiency monocrystalline TOPCon solar cell as the bottom cell, enhanced by advancements in full-area passivated contact technology, perovskite interfacial defect passivation technology, and bulk defect passivation technology [2] - The breakthrough highlights the compatibility of TOPCon with next-generation perovskite/silicon tandem cell technology, paving the way for future developments in the photovoltaic industry [2] Company Overview - JinkoSolar is one of the largest and most innovative solar module manufacturers globally, distributing products and solutions to utility, commercial, and residential customers across multiple countries and regions [3] - As of September 30, 2024, JinkoSolar operates over 10 production facilities globally, with more than 20 overseas subsidiaries and a global sales network spanning multiple countries [4] Management Statement - Dr. Jin Hao, CTO of JinkoSolar, emphasized the company's ongoing investments in R&D and commitment to excellence, which have led to remarkable progress in solar cell efficiency [3]

SHANGRAO, China, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. ("JinkoSolar" or the "Company") (NYSE: JKS), one of the largest and most innovative solar module manufacturers in the world, today announced that all shareholders resolutions proposed at the Company's 2024 annual general meeting held today were duly passed. Specifically, the Company's shareholders passed the following resolutions approving: The re-election of Mr. Xianhua Li as a director of the Company; The re-election of Mr. Steve ...

Core Insights - JinkoSolar has received two prestigious awards from EUPD Research in 2024, namely the DACH Energy Transition Award and the SolarProsumer Award, highlighting its commitment to energy transition and consumer trust in its products [2][7]. Group 1: Awards and Recognition - The DACH Energy Transition Award acknowledges companies that successfully integrate new energy solutions into their product and service offerings, serving as role models in the DACH region [3]. - The SolarProsumer Award recognizes companies that promote innovative business models in the photovoltaic industry, emphasizing the role of consumers as energy producers [8]. Group 2: Company Overview - JinkoSolar is one of the largest solar module manufacturers globally, with over 10 production facilities and more than 20 overseas subsidiaries across various countries, including Japan, South Korea, and Germany, as of September 30, 2024 [4][9]. - The company distributes solar products and services to a diverse customer base, including utility-scale, commercial, and residential clients in multiple regions, such as the United States, Europe, and Asia [9].

Share Repurchase Program - The company has approved the upsizing and extension of its existing share repurchase program, increasing the aggregate value from $200 million to $350 million [1][3] - The existing share repurchase program was initially launched in July 2022 and extended by 18 months through June 30, 2025, with $134.5 million of ADSs repurchased as of the press release date [2][3] - The extended share repurchase program allows the company to repurchase up to approximately $215.5 million of its Class A ordinary shares represented by ADSs through June 30, 2026 [3] Company Overview - JinkoSolar is one of the largest and most innovative solar module manufacturers globally, with a diversified international customer base across multiple countries and regions [6] - The company operates over 10 production facilities globally and has more than 20 overseas subsidiaries, supported by a global sales network with teams in various countries [7] Management Commentary - The upsizing and extension of the share repurchase program reflect the company's confidence in its long-term business growth, driven by its N-type TOPCon technology, global operation network, and advanced integrated capacity structure [5]

Core Insights - Indigenized Energy and JinkoSolar have partnered to donate over 2,000 solar modules, providing more than 800kW of energy to Tribal Nations in the Midwestern United States, marking the largest donation of its kind to date [1][2] - The initial beneficiaries of this donation include the Northern Cheyenne Tribe, Chippewa Cree Tribe, and Oglala Sioux Tribe, with funding connected to Department of Energy and EPA's Solar For All initiatives [2] - JinkoSolar aims to support tribal communities in achieving energy sovereignty and renewable energy leadership, building on previous contributions to the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe [3] Company Overview - JinkoSolar is one of the largest solar module manufacturers globally, distributing products across various international markets including the U.S., China, and Europe [4] - Indigenized Energy is a Native-led organization focused on energy transformation and economic development for tribes, operating as a fiscally sponsored project of Mission Edge San Diego [5]

Core Points - JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. will hold its 2024 annual general meeting on December 27, 2024, in Shanghai, China [1] - The meeting will address the re-election of directors, appointment of auditors, and review of the audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023 [1][3] Company Overview - JinkoSolar is one of the largest and most innovative solar module manufacturers globally, distributing products to a diverse international customer base [5] - The company operates over 10 production facilities and has more than 20 overseas subsidiaries across various countries [6] Shareholder Information - Only shareholders of record as of November 22, 2024, are entitled to vote at the annual general meeting [2] - The complete audited financial statements and the report of auditors for the year ended December 31, 2023, are available on the company's website [3]

Building Your Trust in Solar JINKOSOLAR HOLDING CO., LTD. Q3 2024 EARNINGS CALL PRESENTATION OCTOBER 30, 2024 Disclaimer This presentation does not constitute an offer to sell or issue or the solicitation of an offer to buy or acquire securities of JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (the "Company") in any jurisdiction or an inducement to enter into investment activity, nor may it or any part of it form the basis of or be relied on in connection with any contract or commitment whatsoever. The information herein ha ...

Start Time: 08:30 January 1, 0000 9:06 AM ET JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE:JKS) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call October 30, 2024, 08:30 AM ET Company Participants Li Xiande - Chairman and CEO Gener Miao - CMO Pan Li - CFO Charlie Cao - CFO Stella Wang - IR Conference Call Participants Philip Shen - ROTH Capital Partners Rajiv Chaudhri - Sunsara Capital Brian Lee - Goldman Sachs Muhammad Ahmad - Emirates Development Bank Operator Hello, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by for JinkoSolar ...

Module Shipments and Production Capacity - Module shipments reached 25,910 MW in Q3 2024, up 2.3% sequentially and 14.7% year-over-year[4] - N-type module shipments accounted for approximately 90% of total module shipments globally in Q3 2024[3] - The company expects full-year 2024 module shipments to be between 90.0 GW to 100.0 GW[8] - Total solar module, cell, and wafer shipments reached 25,910 MW in Q3 2024, with solar module shipments accounting for 23,838 MW and cell and wafer shipments at 2,072 MW[33] - The company expects Q4 2024 module shipments to range between 22.3 GW to 32.3 GW[35] - Full-year 2024 module shipments are estimated to be between 90.0 GW to 100.0 GW[36] - Annual production capacity for mono wafer, solar cell, and solar module is projected to reach 120.0 GW, 95.0 GW, and 130.0 GW, respectively, by the end of 2024[37] Financial Performance - Total revenues were RMB24.51 billion (US$3.49 billion), up 1.9% sequentially but down 23.0% year-over-year[4] - Gross margin improved to 15.7% in Q3 2024, compared to 11.1% in Q2 2024 and 19.3% in Q3 2023[11] - Net income attributable to ordinary shareholders was RMB22.5 million (US$3.2 million), a significant improvement from a net loss of RMB100.7 million in Q2 2024[28] - Adjusted net income attributable to ordinary shareholders was RMB103.9 million (US$14.8 million), excluding certain non-recurring items[29] - Operating profit margin was 0.3% in Q3 2024, compared to an operating loss margin of 4.7% in Q2 2024[13] - Revenue for the quarter ended Sep 30, 2023, was RMB 31,834,258 thousand, with a gross profit of RMB 6,133,211 thousand[48] - Net income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders for the quarter ended Sep 30, 2023, was RMB 1,323,373 thousand[48] - For the nine months ended Sep 30, 2023, total revenue was RMB 85,848,419 thousand, with a gross profit of RMB 14,956,900 thousand[48] - Net income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders for the nine months ended Sep 30, 2023, was RMB 3,418,128 thousand[48] - Basic net income per share for the quarter ended Sep 30, 2023, was RMB 6.42[48] - Diluted net income per ADS for the nine months ended Sep 30, 2023, was RMB 59.38[48] - Comprehensive income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders for the quarter ended Sep 30, 2023, was RMB 1,305,575 thousand[49] - Comprehensive income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders for the nine months ended Sep 30, 2023, was RMB 3,644,388 thousand[49] Cash Flow and Financial Position - Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash increased to RMB22.37 billion (US$3.19 billion) as of September 30, 2024, up from RMB13.87 billion as of June 30, 2024[31] - Accounts receivables rose to RMB19.67 billion (US$2.80 billion) as of September 30, 2024, compared to RMB18.39 billion as of June 30, 2024[31] - Inventories decreased to RMB15.25 billion (US$2.17 billion) as of September 30, 2024, down from RMB19.49 billion as of June 30, 2024[31] - Total interest-bearing debts increased to RMB36.72 billion (US$5.23 billion) as of September 30, 2024, up from RMB28.06 billion as of June 30, 2024[32] - Total assets increased to RMB 135,831,825 thousand (USD 18,555,607 thousand) as of December 31, 2023, compared to RMB 130,215,828 thousand (USD 18,555,607 thousand) as of September 30, 2023[51] - Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash decreased to RMB 19,069,107 thousand (USD 3,187,856 thousand) from RMB 22,371,099 thousand (USD 3,187,856 thousand) in the previous quarter[51] - Accounts receivable, net increased to RMB 22,958,693 thousand (USD 2,802,961 thousand) from RMB 19,670,062 thousand (USD 2,802,961 thousand)[51] - Inventories, net rose to RMB 18,215,537 thousand (USD 2,172,744 thousand) from RMB 15,247,446 thousand (USD 2,172,744 thousand)[51] - Total current liabilities increased to RMB 81,060,645 thousand (USD 8,691,025 thousand) from RMB 60,990,142 thousand (USD 8,691,025 thousand)[51] - Long-term borrowings decreased to RMB 11,238,806 thousand (USD 2,836,766 thousand) from RMB 19,907,288 thousand (USD 2,836,766 thousand)[51] - Total shareholders' equity slightly increased to RMB 33,534,142 thousand (USD 4,750,442 thousand) from RMB 33,336,702 thousand (USD 4,750,442 thousand)[52] - Non-controlling interests increased to RMB 13,377,708 thousand (USD 1,883,718 thousand) from RMB 13,219,180 thousand (USD 1,883,718 thousand)[52] Operational Efficiency and Technology - The mass production efficiency of N-type TOPCon cells reached approximately 26.2% by the end of Q3 2024[7] - Module shipments to the U.S. increased significantly quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2024[5] - Total operating expenses for the quarter ended Sep 30, 2023, were RMB 3,143,007 thousand[48] - Research and development expenses for the quarter ended Sep 30, 2023, were RMB 218,097 thousand[48] Share Repurchase and Listing Plans - JinkoSolar repurchased 5,596,739 ADSs totaling approximately US$134.5 million under its share repurchase programs[38] - The company plans to list up to 1,000,519,986 A shares in the form of GDRs on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange[38]

Core Insights - JinkoSolar reported its third-quarter financial results for 2024, highlighting a significant increase in module shipments and improvements in gross profit and net income compared to the previous quarter, despite a year-over-year decline in revenue and net income [1][3][4]. Business Highlights - JinkoSolar's module shipments ranked first in the industry for both the third quarter and the first three quarters of 2024, with total shipments reaching 25,910 MW, including 23,838 MW for solar modules and 2,072 MW for cells and wafers [2][3]. - The company became the first module manufacturer to deliver over 280 GW of solar modules globally, with N-type module shipments accounting for approximately 90% of total shipments in the third quarter [2]. - The mass production efficiency of N-type TOPCon cells reached approximately 26.2% [2]. Financial Performance - Total revenues for the third quarter were RMB 24.51 billion (US$ 3.49 billion), up 1.9% sequentially but down 23.0% year-over-year [3][8]. - Gross profit was RMB 3.86 billion (US$ 549.4 million), reflecting a 44.0% increase sequentially but a 37.1% decrease year-over-year [3][9]. - Net income attributable to ordinary shareholders was RMB 22.5 million (US$ 3.2 million), a recovery from a net loss of RMB 100.7 million in the previous quarter but a significant drop from RMB 1.32 billion in the same quarter last year [3][22]. Operational Insights - The company achieved a gross margin of 15.7%, an improvement from 11.1% in Q2 2024 but a decline from 19.3% in Q3 2023 [10]. - Operating income was RMB 75.5 million (US$ 10.8 million), compared to a loss of RMB 1.14 billion in the previous quarter [11]. - Total operating expenses decreased by 0.9% sequentially to RMB 3.78 billion (US$ 538.7 million) but increased by 20.3% year-over-year [13]. Market and Industry Context - The solar industry faced challenges with price declines due to supply-demand imbalances, leading to losses across the industrial chain [4][5]. - The China Photovoltaic Industry Association (CPIA) has called for manufacturers to adopt self-discipline in pricing strategies to stabilize the market [5]. - JinkoSolar expects module shipments for the full year 2024 to be between 90.0 GW and 100.0 GW, with a production capacity target of 120.0 GW for mono wafers, 95.0 GW for solar cells, and 130.0 GW for solar modules by the end of 2024 [7][27]. Recent Developments - JinkoSolar completed a delivery program providing over 1,000 PV modules to a housing initiative in Maui, and was recognized as an Overall Highest Achiever in the 2024 PV Module Index Report [27]. - The company launched its first Climate White Paper during the 2024 New York Climate Week, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability [2][27].