一心堂(002727) - 2024 Q4 - 年度业绩预告

Financial Projections - The estimated net profit for 2024 is projected to be between 10,000 and 15,000 million CNY, representing a decline of 81.80% to 72.70% compared to the previous year's profit of 54,944.15 million CNY[3] - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses is expected to be between 25,000 and 35,000 million CNY, a decrease of 65.87% to 52.22% from last year's 73,251.35 million CNY[3] - Basic earnings per share are forecasted to be between 0.1688 and 0.2533 CNY, down from 0.9207 CNY in the previous year[3] - The financial data in the earnings forecast has not been audited by an accounting firm[4] - The company has communicated with the accounting firm regarding significant matters related to the earnings forecast, and there are no major discrepancies[7] Store Operations - As of December 31, 2024, the company plans to operate 11,498 direct chain stores, with 1,867 new stores opened during the year, resulting in a net increase of 1,243 stores[5] - The increase in the number of stores has led to a rise in operating costs, including rent, decoration, labor, and daily office expenses, which are expected to increase proportionally with the number of stores[5] - In 2025, the company will focus on improving the operational quality of existing stores, enhancing category management, customer health management, and service capabilities[6] Cost Management and Profitability - The company aims to optimize costs and improve operational efficiency to enhance profitability[6] Investment Advisory - Investors are advised to make cautious decisions and be aware of investment risks[7]