Corporate Governance - The company has a supervisory board consisting of three members, all of whom are employees of the company, responsible for overseeing the performance of the board and senior management[84]. - Wang Hongtao was appointed as a supervisor and chairman of the supervisory board on March 2, 2021, primarily responsible for supervising the work of the supervisory board, board of directors, and senior management[85]. - The company has a commitment to gender diversity at all levels, including the board and senior management[104]. - The board consists of eight members, including three executive directors, two non-executive directors, and three independent non-executive directors, achieving gender diversity with four female and four male directors[104]. - The board is responsible for maximizing long-term shareholder value through strategic direction and oversight of operational and financial performance[106]. - The company has implemented a standard code for securities trading by directors and supervisors since its listing date[101]. - The board will regularly review the effectiveness of its structure to ensure it remains suitable for the company's circumstances[100]. - The company has established a mechanism to ensure independent opinions are obtained for board decisions, which has been reviewed and deemed effective[107]. - The company has three independent non-executive directors, representing over one-third of the board, contributing to its diverse composition[112]. - The board's age range is between 34 to 65 years, reflecting a broad spectrum of experience and perspectives[112]. - The nomination committee is responsible for ensuring board diversity and will review the policy regularly for effectiveness[113]. - The company has received written confirmations of independence from all independent non-executive directors, affirming their status[107]. - The company has established a strong compliance culture among employees, implementing strict accountability measures and regular internal compliance checks[134]. - The company has reviewed and monitored compliance with corporate governance policies and practices during the reporting period[130]. Financial Performance - The company achieved a total revenue of RMB 627.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, representing a 7.7% increase from RMB 582.8 million in 2021[24]. - The pre-tax profit for 2022 was RMB 101.2 million, an increase of 3.4% compared to RMB 97.8 million in 2021[24]. - The net profit for 2022 reached RMB 78.3 million, reflecting a 1.7% increase from RMB 77.0 million in 2021[24]. - The company's gross profit for 2022 was approximately RMB 144.7 million, a decrease of 2.1% from RMB 147.8 million in 2021, with a gross margin of 23.1%[48]. - Administrative expenses increased by 7.0% to approximately RMB 56.4 million, mainly due to hiring more management personnel[50]. - Current assets increased by 39.8% to approximately RMB 790.6 million, with a current ratio of 2.2 times[53]. - Cash and cash equivalents rose by 55.6% to approximately RMB 428.8 million, primarily due to proceeds from the issuance of H shares[60]. - The company's debt-to-equity ratio as of December 31, 2022, was 0.4%, compared to zero in the previous year[63]. - The company has no significant investment or financial commitments planned for the future, but will continue to identify new business development opportunities[65]. - As of December 31, 2022, the company had no outstanding guarantees or significant contingent liabilities[66]. - The company has not issued any debt securities as of December 31, 2022[164]. - The company has not disclosed any tax benefits or exemptions for shareholders holding its securities[178]. - The company proposed a final dividend of RMB 0.1074 per share for the year ended December 31, 2022[157]. - The company has not set a predetermined dividend payout ratio, and dividend payments are subject to the board's discretion based on various factors[150]. - As of December 31, 2022, the total reserves available for distribution to the company's equity shareholders amounted to approximately RMB 142.7 million[167]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from property management services accounted for approximately 46.9% of total revenue, amounting to RMB 294.1 million, a 15.1% increase year-on-year[37]. - Revenue from non-owner value-added services was approximately RMB 187.9 million, a decrease of 8.3% compared to RMB 204.8 million in the previous year[43]. - Revenue from community value-added services was approximately RMB 145.7 million, representing a 19.0% increase from RMB 122.5 million in the previous year[44]. - Property management service revenue increased by 15.1% to RMB 294.1 million, driven by optimized project portfolio and strategic city service expansion[45]. - Community value-added service revenue rose by 19.0% to RMB 145.7 million, attributed to an increase in managed building area[46]. - Non-owner value-added service revenue decreased by 8.3% to RMB 187.9 million, primarily due to a decline in project deliveries from property developers[46]. Market Position and Expansion - The company was rated as a AAA-level property service enterprise by the Jinan Housing and Urban-Rural Development Bureau, which is the highest level of credit rating[15]. - The company was ranked 41st in the 2022 China Property Service Top 100 Enterprises[17]. - In July 2022, the company successfully listed on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, becoming the first property management company listed in Shandong Province[18]. - The company aims to continue focusing on Shandong Province, which is one of the most populous and economically prosperous provinces in China[35]. - The company plans to focus on high-quality development and expand its service offerings across various sectors, including property services and urban services[32]. - Future outlook indicates a projected revenue growth of 15% for the next fiscal year, driven by new product launches and market expansion strategies[88]. - Market expansion plans include entering two new provinces, aiming for a 20% increase in market share by the end of the next fiscal year[88]. - The company is considering strategic acquisitions to enhance its service offerings, targeting a 30% increase in service capacity[88]. Employee and Management - The company employed 1,644 employees as of December 31, 2022, an increase from 1,448 employees in the previous year, and offers competitive compensation and performance-based rewards[68]. - The employee age distribution as of December 31, 2022, was 27.6% under 30 years, 55.9% between 31 and 50 years, and 16.5% over 51 years[152]. - The company maintains a commitment to gender diversity in the workplace, achieving a gender ratio of 55:45 among employees[152]. - The company has implemented various risk management policies to identify, assess, manage, and monitor operational risks[132]. - The management team emphasizes the importance of internal audits and compliance, with a focus on improving operational efficiency by 10%[88]. - The management team has a history of experience in property management and project oversight, contributing to the company's operational effectiveness[97]. - All directors participated in ongoing professional development to enhance their knowledge and skills[125]. Risk Management - The risk management framework includes six major risk categories: strategic, financial, market, operational, compliance, and legal risks, with strategies to avoid, control, or accept risks based on their severity[135]. - The board confirmed that the risk management and internal control systems are effective and sufficient, with the overall risk level within acceptable limits[136]. - The company has a mechanism for internal audit and supervision of risk management and internal controls, forming a three-line defense system[135]. - The company conducts regular reviews of its risk management and internal control systems at least annually[137]. - An Audit Committee has been established to oversee financial records and risk management policies[133]. Shareholder Relations - The company emphasizes effective communication with shareholders through various channels, including annual meetings and performance briefings[149]. - Shareholders holding more than 10% of shares have the right to request a special general meeting, with a written request to the board[146]. Strategic Investments - The company plans to allocate 60% of the net proceeds for strategic cooperation, acquisitions, and investments to expand business scale and diversify property portfolio, totaling approximately HKD 82.8 million, expected to be fully utilized by 2024[169]. - Of the net proceeds, 15% is designated for enhancing property management services and further developing diversified community value-added services, amounting to approximately HKD 20.7 million, expected to be fully utilized by the end of 2023[169]. - The company intends to invest approximately HKD 6.9 million in further developing diversified community value-added services, with no funds utilized as of December 31, 2022[172]. - Approximately HKD 3.0 million is allocated for developing an online service platform to enhance customer interaction, with no funds utilized as of December 31, 2022[172]. - The company has earmarked approximately HKD 13.5 million for upgrading smart equipment and facilities in managed properties, with no funds utilized as of December 31, 2022[172]. - A total of HKD 8.76 million is allocated for brand promotion activities, with specific allocations for enhancing online platform content and organizing public relations events[171]. - The company plans to invest approximately HKD 20.7 million in technology systems and standardized business operations, with no funds utilized as of December 31, 2022[172]. - The company has set aside approximately HKD 0.43 million for providing industry-related training courses to employees, with no funds utilized as of December 31, 2022[171]. Related Party Transactions - The total amount of engineering services provided to Lushang Development's related parties for the year ended December 31, 2022, was RMB 60.3 million, which did not exceed the annual cap of RMB 72.0 million for the following year[198]. - The company has entered into a total engineering services agreement with Shandong Commercial, effective until December 31, 2023, with a maximum annual amount of RMB 80.0 million for the year ending December 31, 2023[198]. - The total annual amount payable to Lushang Development and Shandong Commerce under the design service agreement is RMB 68.4 million for the year ending December 31, 2022, and RMB 89.3 million for the year ending December 31, 2023[199]. - The actual transaction amounts for design services provided to Lushang Development and Shandong Commerce for the year ending December 31, 2022, were RMB 43.5 million and RMB 7.0 million, respectively, which did not exceed the annual caps[199]. - The total annual maximum fees payable for property agency services under the agreement with Lushang Development are RMB 13.0 million for the year ending December 31, 2022, and RMB 15.0 million for the year ending December 31, 2023[200]. - The actual transaction amount for property agency services provided to Lushang Development for the year ending December 31, 2022, was RMB 6.2 million, which did not exceed the annual cap[200]. - The design service agreement is effective from the listing date until December 31, 2023, and can be renewed with mutual consent[199]. - The property agency service agreement is also effective from the listing date until December 31, 2023, and can be renewed with mutual consent[200]. - Both agreements are subject to compliance with the relevant listing rules and applicable laws[199][200].
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