Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was RMB 84,237,000, a decrease of 28.6% compared to RMB 117,988,000 for the same period in 2023[1]. - The gross loss for the period was RMB 3,973,000, compared to a gross profit of RMB 22,281,000 in the previous year, indicating a significant decline in profitability[1]. - Operating loss increased to RMB 38,530,000 from RMB 29,821,000 year-on-year, reflecting ongoing challenges in the business[2]. - The net loss attributable to shareholders for the period was RMB 43,406,000, compared to RMB 34,232,000 in the same period last year, representing a 27% increase in losses[2]. - The company reported a basic and diluted loss per share of RMB 0.071, compared to RMB 0.056 in the same period last year, reflecting worsening financial performance[2]. - For the six months ending June 30, 2024, the group recorded a loss of approximately RMB 43,495,000 and a net cash outflow from operating activities of approximately RMB 18,686,000[9]. - The group reported a loss of RMB 43,495 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to a loss of RMB 34,431 thousand for the same period in 2023[15]. - The comprehensive gross loss for the group was RMB 3,973,000, with a gross margin of -5%, primarily due to provisions for inventory impairment of approximately RMB 8,580,000 and long-term asset impairment of approximately RMB 17,692,000[39]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets decreased to RMB 206,709,000 as of June 30, 2024, down from RMB 254,190,000 at the end of 2023, indicating a reduction in the company's asset base[4]. - The company's total liabilities were RMB 176,198,000, slightly down from RMB 177,415,000 at the end of 2023, showing a stable liability position[6]. - Cash and cash equivalents fell to RMB 27,539,000 from RMB 37,291,000, highlighting liquidity challenges[4]. - As of June 30, 2024, the group's current liabilities exceeded its current assets by approximately RMB 33,707,000[9]. - The company's current ratio was approximately 0.78 as of June 30, 2024, down from 0.91 as of December 31, 2023, due to a decrease in current assets of approximately RMB 17,107,000[41]. Revenue Segmentation - Revenue from the printer segment accounted for about 44% of total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to 19% for the same period in 2023[17]. - For the six months ended June 30, 2024, the company's revenue from printer business was approximately RMB 71,741,000, accounting for about 85% of total revenue, and decreased by approximately 31% compared to the same period in 2023[30]. - Revenue from other products for the same period was approximately RMB 12,496,000, representing about 15% of total revenue, and decreased by approximately 9% year-on-year, primarily due to the delayed market launch of medical products[31]. - The revenue from the printing machine segment decreased by 31% due to a decline in demand for needle printers, influenced by the nationwide implementation of digital electronic invoices[9]. Research and Development - Research and development expenses decreased to RMB 6,768,000 from RMB 11,644,000, suggesting a potential reduction in innovation efforts[1]. - The group incurred research and development expenses of RMB 6,768 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to RMB 5,452 thousand for the same period in 2023[14]. - The company has developed a series of SaaS applications based on cloud printing, including "E Invoice" and "Reimbursement Without Worry," aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises[35]. Future Outlook and Strategies - The group anticipates that the domestic market demand for needle printers has stabilized and continues to develop enhanced functionalities for these printers[10]. - The group is optimistic about the sales potential and growth in the emerging consumer printing equipment market and medical device market, which is expected to provide additional cash inflow in 2024 and 2025[10]. - The company plans to strengthen the application of needle printers in manufacturing, e-commerce, logistics, and internal management of trade enterprises in the second half of 2024[32]. - The company aims to expand the market for medical device products in the second half of 2024[32]. - The company plans to launch the "PC Cloud Printer" in 2023, enhancing market competitiveness through cloud technology[33]. - The company is conducting clinical trials for a pulse oximeter expected to launch by the end of 2024, which will integrate oxygen generation and blood oxygen monitoring[37]. Cost Management - The group has implemented strict cost and expenditure control measures in the second quarter of 2024 to reduce operating cash outflows[11]. - The company has implemented cost-saving measures that are projected to reduce expenses by E million annually[52]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has maintained compliance with corporate governance codes, with a noted absence of the chairman at the annual general meeting due to other business commitments[49]. - The interim financial information for the six months ended June 30, 2024, has been reviewed by the audit committee and independent auditors[51]. Employee and Dividend Information - The total number of employees as of June 30, 2024, is 621, a decrease from 670 employees as of December 31, 2023[46]. - The company did not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2024[25].
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