BOE(SZ:200725)2019-03-25 16:00Financial Performance - The company reported a standard unqualified audit opinion from KPMG Huazhen, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the financial report[5]. - The company's operating revenue for 2018 was ¥97.11 billion, representing a 3.53% increase compared to the previous year[14]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders for 2018 was ¥3.44 billion, a decrease of 54.61% from the previous year[14]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was ¥1.52 billion, down 77.28% year-on-year[14]. - The net cash flow from operating activities for 2018 was ¥25.68 billion, a decline of 3.90% compared to the previous year[14]. - The total assets at the end of 2018 amounted to ¥304.03 billion, an increase of 18.71% from the end of 2017[15]. - The net assets attributable to shareholders at the end of 2018 were ¥85.86 billion, reflecting a 1.23% increase from the end of 2017[15]. - The company reported a basic earnings per share of ¥0.10 for 2018, down 54.55% from ¥0.22 in 2017[14]. - The gross profit margin decreased to 18.84% in 2018, down from 24.71% in 2017, a decline of 5.87%[38]. - The company reported a significant increase in investment cash inflow, which reached CNY 68,276,730,240, a 107.60% increase year-on-year[43]. Dividend Distribution - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 0.30 yuan per 10 shares to all shareholders, totaling approximately 1.04 billion yuan based on the share base of 34,798,398,763 shares[5]. - The cash dividend amount for 2018 represents 30.39% of the net profit attributable to the parent company[64]. - The cash dividend for 2017 was RMB 1,739,919,938.15, representing 98.56% of the undistributed profits[63]. - The cash dividend for 2016 was RMB 1,046,578,275.99, which accounted for 70.08% of the undistributed profits[63]. - The company did not distribute any bonus shares or increase capital from reserves in the past three years[63]. Corporate Governance - The company has a strong governance structure with all board members present for the report's review, ensuring accountability[4]. - The company emphasizes its commitment to transparency and has made its annual report available on the designated website of the China Securities Regulatory Commission[11]. - The company has not reported any discrepancies between international and Chinese accounting standards for the reporting period[16]. - The company has not experienced any major accounting errors requiring retrospective restatement during the reporting period[70]. - The company has not engaged in any significant related party transactions during the reporting period[75]. Research and Development - The company maintains a focus on research and development in advanced display technologies, including AMOLED and OLED[7]. - The company filed 9,585 new patent applications in 2018, with over 4,800 patents granted, including more than 1,600 in the United States[26]. - Research and development expenses increased by 58.60% to CNY 5,039,927,435, indicating a significant investment in innovation[41]. - The number of R&D personnel rose by 14.50% to 19,627, representing 28.73% of the total workforce[42]. - The company is investing heavily in R&D, allocating 8% of its revenue to develop new technologies and products[139]. Market Expansion and Product Development - In 2018, BOE achieved a global first in display panel shipments, with overall shipment volume increasing by over 30% year-on-year, moving from fourth to second place globally[25]. - The company launched multiple new products, including the first BOE brand smart sleep instrument and various health monitoring devices, contributing to the growth of the mobile health segment[25]. - The smart IoT segment saw a revenue increase of 12.03% year-on-year, reaching approximately CNY 17.50 billion[31]. - The sensor and solution segment's revenue grew over 200% year-on-year, with X-ray flat detectors' shipments increasing by about 350%[28]. - The company aims to launch multiple mobile health devices to enhance user experience and provide personalized health management services[58]. Environmental Responsibility - BOE's wastewater discharge standards were compliant, with COD emissions of 286.21 tons and ammonia nitrogen emissions of 46.04 tons in 2018[97]. - The company maintained a strict environmental management system, with no major environmental issues reported during the reporting period[98]. - The company has implemented a "4R concept" for raw material usage since 2007, focusing on recycling, reducing, renewing, and responsible sourcing[99]. - The company has established various management standards for water pollution, air pollution, hazardous waste, and energy management to ensure compliance with national and local environmental standards[99]. - The company has developed emergency response plans for environmental incidents, covering wastewater, waste gas, hazardous waste, and hazardous chemicals[100]. Shareholder Information - The total number of shares is 34,798,398,763, with 99.99% being unrestricted shares[108]. - The largest shareholder, Beijing State-owned Capital Operation and Management Center, holds 11.68% of the shares, totaling 4,063,333,333 shares[116]. - The company reported no new share issuance or repurchase during the reporting period[111]. - The controlling shareholder is a local state-owned entity, indicating a strong government influence in the company's operations[120]. - The company has a total of CNY 361,366,000 in approved guarantees for subsidiaries at the end of the reporting period[86]. Internal Controls and Audit - The audit committee ensured the integrity of financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards, collaborating with KPMG for the annual audit[162]. - The company maintained effective internal controls over financial reporting as of December 31, 2018[167]. - The company completed the internal control audit report with a standard unqualified opinion[167]. - No significant internal control deficiencies were reported during the period, indicating effective internal governance[164]. - The company has a robust performance evaluation system for senior management, linking compensation and training to the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs)[163]. Leadership and Management - The company has a strong executive team with diverse backgrounds in finance, engineering, and management, enhancing its strategic capabilities[131]. - The leadership team emphasizes innovation and strategic planning to maintain competitive advantages in the display technology market[132]. - The company experienced significant leadership changes, with multiple resignations and appointments in the board of directors and supervisory board[129]. - The current board includes experienced professionals with extensive backgrounds in various sectors, contributing to the company's strategic direction[133]. - The company has a diverse leadership team with a balanced gender representation among its executives[127].