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EQS Newswire / 29/08/2025 / 13:25 UTC+8 Huitongda Network (9878.HK) 2025 Interim Results Focusing on Lower-tier Markets, Strategic Transformation Yields Results; AI Drives High-quality Development; Profitability, Operating Cash Flow Significantly Improved, Multiple Key Metrics Hit Record Highs (28 August 2025, Hong Kong) Huitongda Network Co., Ltd (“Huitongda” or “the Group”, stock code: 9878.HK), a leading industrial internet platform in China empowering township-based retail stores with its supply chain capabilities and digital technology, is pleased to announce its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025 (the “Period”). During the Period, the Group continued to implement its dual-drive strategy, of “Enhancing Quality and Efficiency, and Promoting Innovative Development”, as the means to optimize business composition and drive technological advancement. As a result, the Group was able to capture the latest consumption and innovative trends, tapping into new growth areas while delivering significant improvement in profitability. In particular, gross profit margin, net profit margin, and net profit margin attributable to shareholders of the company have all reached historical highs. AI-related revenue contribution has also started from scratch and achieved significant breakthroughs during the Period, highlighting the fact that the Group has entered into a new development stage, shifting from scale-focused to profitability- and sustainability-focused. Across-the-board Improvement in Profit Quality, With Healthy Growth In Cash Flow In the first half of 2025, the Group recorded revenue of RMB24.342 billion. Benefited from its strong focus on efficiency enhancement and proactive measures to streamline low-margin and low-efficiency businesses, the Group has seen significant improvement in profitability with remarkable results: During the Period, the Group reported an operating profit of RMB356 million, a YoY increase of 15.9%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of the company of RMB139 million, a YoY increase of 10.8%. Gross profit margin also saw notable improvement, rising by 1.1 percentage points YoY to 4.6%, representing a significant YoY growth of 31.4%. Net cash generated from operating activities reached approximately RMB413 million, surging 65.7% compared to the same period last year. Promoting Intelligent Supply Chain Development: Progress Made on Short-chain Distribution and Reverse Supply Chain During the Period, the Group further refined its revenue mix, with revenue contributions from member stores increasing to 47%. The Group also improved its intelligent supply chain system through “Reverse Supply Chain + Short Supply chain + Digital Empowerment ”. In February 2025, the Group also launched three major supply chain upgrading projects: “Brand Express Project”, “Self-owned Brand Ecosystem Development Project”, and “Open Smart Supply Chain Project”, in an attempt to further improve the connection and efficiency with upstream and downstream players. Specific measures include: - Deepened collaboration with leading brands such as Gree, Midea, Haier, and Apple, while also bringing in high-quality manufacturers such as Jiangxi Jinzhi, Wuhu Xinmei, and Guangdong Kangbao to expand the supply of high-margin products; - On consumer electronics, the Group has strengthened its cooperation with Apple, with the scale of its O2O business increasing by 203% YoY, and the total number of O2O stores reaching 1,804; - Sales revenue of self-owned brands exceeded RMB80 million, representing a rapid growth of 490.7% YoY. The outstanding performance highlights the breakthrough and substantial benefits of an flexible supply chain model. In addition, the Group is actively expanding into new product categories, including wellness health, elderly-friendly, and quality lifestyle products, and has entered into strategic cooperations with companies such as Oulin Group and BOIN Hearing to jointly explore the emerging consumption needs in China’s lower-tier markets. The Group also leveraged its supply chain and industry advantages to expand its online operational capabilities, including e-commerce, social networking, live streaming, content seeding, private domain operations, and cross-border expansion, opening multiple official flagship stores and brand-owned stores on various online platforms. AI+SaaS Strategy in Full Force, Remarkable Results in Member Store Empowerment During the Period, the Group's service business revenue reached RMB312 million. Advancing from traditional “SaaS” to “AI+” with key product launches and progress in customer acquisition, AI-related service revenue achieved a breakthrough in 1H2025, accounting for 20% of total service revenue and becoming a new growth engine of the Group. In April 2025, the Group officially launched its self-developed “Qiancheng AI Super Store Manager” APP, which integrates more than 24 scenario-based AI agents, tackling core business needs including intelligent product selection, marketing and planning, and customer service. The AI agents, officially entered the commercialization stage in May, can help stores automatically complete 60% of daily management work. Sampling shows that, with the help of the AI tools, member stores have seen an average 30% increase in operating efficiency, and a 15-20% reduction in inventory turnover. Continue to Strengthen AI Capabilities, AI Agents See Growing Penetration into Different Business Scenarios Riding on the AI technology revolution, Huitongda actively seized the opportunity to promote the integration of AI and industry applications during the Period, building a full-scenario AI empowerment system covering supply chain, store operations, and terminal services under its “One Cloud + Three Major Projects” strategy framework. In particular, the Group launched the industry's first vertical large model trained for rural commercial scenarios: "Qiancheng Cloud AI”. Registered with the Cyberspace Administration of China in May 2025, it became one of the few vertical large models in China with the ability to adapt to the needs of lower-tier markets, supporting the value chain with AI computing and algorithm capabilities. Comprehensive AI Agent Offerings in Place - Intelligent Supply Chain: connecting with more than 500 factories through demand forecasting algorithms to optimize inventory management and supply chain efficiency; - Intelligent Store Operations: using the “Qiancheng AI Super Store Manager” APP to cover 8 key business scenarios such as commodity management, marketing promotion, and customer service, automating 60% of daily management work in the process; - Intelligent Storefront Services: launching AI Cashier terminals, edge computing devices and other hardware and software to provide integrated solutions, driving the digitalized development of member stores. Deepened Ecosystem Collaboration and Accelerating Technological Advancement In August 2025, the Group reached a comprehensive full-stack AI partnership with Alibaba Cloud, integrating Qwen’s large model capabilities to jointly develop innovative applications such as the "Large Model Intelligent Agent for Small Stores" and “AI Sales Intelligent Agent.” Supported by its accumulated data assets and multidimensional collaboration with Alibaba Cloud in data analysis, the collaboration is expected to yield growing applications across scenarios, while further strengthening its ability to realize the underlying value of data assets. Through its systematic and strategic AI approach, Huitongda is transforming its decade-long data assets into intelligent productivity, gradually building an entry barrier for its AI digital retail operations in China’s rural markets. This is expected to lay a solid foundation for improving efficiency and profitability in the future. Fulfilling Social Responsibilities and Growing Recognition During the Period, the Group retained its spot on the “Fortune China 500” list and received numerous honors, including “Key Software Enterprise Encouraged by the State” and “High-Tech Enterprise.” The Group also welcomed various site visits, receiving high praise from governments at all levels in Jiangsu Province, showcasing its expanding corporate influence and social recognition. The group’s “Wind ESG Rating” was upgraded from BBB to AA, and it has been awarded multiple ESG awards. Future Strategy: Focus on High-quality Growth through Intelligent Development and Global Capital Support Looking into the second half of 2025, the Group will continue to adhere to its principle of "quality improvement, efficiency enhancement and growing towards new horizons", by focusing on the following strategic initiatives: - Advance the Development of Intelligent Supply Chain: On the product front, while continuing to deepen the presence in existing industries, expand high-potential emerging consumer categories in line with new consumption trends, such as hard discount, instant retail, smart home appliances, and elderly-friendly healthcare products. In terms of channel network, the Group will also ride on its established rural family-owned businesses presence, further accelerate the development of online, cross-border, government, and enterprise procurement channels, in an attempt to create a comprehensive coverage; - Promote AI+SaaS Empowerment: on the one hand, deepen its full-stack AI comprehensive cooperation with Alibaba Cloud, accelerate the development and implementation of AI technology and AI agents, and jointly build a “AI+Industry” ecosystem in China’s rural markets. On the other hand, accelerate the development and commercialization of AI agents, and expedite the establishment of a full-scenario intelligent Agent matrix. On this basis, the Group will drive the upgrade of the “SaaS+AI+content” integrated servicing model, and introduce a compound pricing model of "standard products + pay-as-you-go + pay-for-performance”, promoting rapid growth in AI-related revenue and achieve high-quality, sustainable growth in service income. - Pursue Dual-engine Growth: promote the growing synergy between "industrial development” and “capital operations”, with mergers and acquisitions(M&As) as one of the key drivers, and focus on M&A opportunities high-quality companies in supply chains, channel networks, and AI technologies. The Group is confident that it will achieve steady growth in gross profit margin and net profit margin in 2025, laying the foundation for eventual dividend distribution, and creating stable and long-term value to its shareholders. 29/08/2025 Dissemination of a Financial Press Release, transmitted by EQS News. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. 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EQS Newswire / 29/08/2025 / 10:41 UTC+8 [Hong Kong－29, August 2025] The reputable international inspection and testing company, China Leon Inspection Holding Limited (“Leon Inspection” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the "Group")(Stock code: 1586.HK) is pleased to announce that, amidst a complex environment marked by escalating geopolitical conflicts, fluctuating trade policies, and rising uncertainties in the commodity market, the Group has adhered to its “long-termism” development philosophy. By intensifying strategic investments in the expansion of its global service network and the research and application of AI technology, the Group has laid a solid foundation for sustainable mid-to-long-term growth. In the first half of 2025, the Company achieved revenue of approximately HK$602.8 million, with profit attributable to the Company’s owners for the period amounting to approximately HK$40.7 million. Investments in global network expansion, AI-driven technological innovation, and talent development during the first half of the year have impacted short-term performance but have significantly strengthened the Group’s triple moat of “service network + innovative technology + brand credentials.” This positions the Group to seize broader growth opportunities in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry, enhancing its long-term value creation capabilities. Global Service Network Upgraded Further, Capturing Opportunities in Emerging Markets The Group continues to deepen its global presence and diversify its business operations. Its service network, previously covering major trading ports and hub cities in the Asia-Pacific region, has now extended to multiple emerging markets. In the first half of 2025, the Group accelerated its overseas market expansion, adding 200 new overseas employees and focusing on high-potential markets such as Africa and the Middle East, injecting strong momentum into the Group’s performance growth. As of June 30, 2025, the Group’s global network comprises 80 branches and professional laboratories across 19 countries, with a global workforce of 3,574 employees, significantly enhancing its localized service capabilities and customer response efficiency. Focusing on AI-Driven Technological Innovation, Ushering in a New Era for the TIC Industry In the first half of 2025, the Group prioritized AI as a key area for technological application, seizing opportunities in the AI industry’s rapid development. The Group made significant strategic investments in the research and application of AI robotics, proactively preparing for industry transformation through forward-looking efforts in talent acquisition and technological upgrades. By leveraging AI and robotics to drive technological innovation, the Group has accelerated AI empowerment across business scenarios, establishing a blueprint for intelligent enterprise development. In the first quarter of this year, the Group announced phased achievements in AI technology applications, achieving breakthroughs in innovative applications and deploying them across three key scenarios. The Group’s Information Technology Center, through its independently developed “Leon AI System,” has pioneered the deep integration of large-scale AI models with core energy inspection operations, marking the official transition of traditional inspection services into an “intelligent-driven” new phase. Additionally, addressing the personalized needs of modern enterprise safety production, the Group has integrated IoT, big data analytics, and multimodal AI technologies to advance the development and implementation of an intelligent safety production platform. This platform, powered by AI, aims to optimize enterprise safety management efficiency by deeply analyzing unique safety risk characteristics and seamlessly integrating with operational systems. In the second half of 2025, the Group plans to further advance the global deployment of its AI system, achieving continuous breakthroughs in establishing cross-border intelligent inspection mutual recognition systems, developing AI-based carbon emission accounting modules, and building quality prediction models for energy commodities. Commodity Business Reaches New Heights, Professional Services and Brand Credibility Recognized by the Market Leveraging its outstanding technical qualifications and global service experience, the Group has solidified its leadership in the commodity inspection sector. In the first half of 2025, the Group secured qualifications as a designated inspection agency for the Shanghai Futures Exchange’s “aluminum alloy futures” and the Guangzhou Futures Exchange’s “polysilicon futures.” To date, the Group has obtained qualifications from China’s five major exchanges (Shanghai Futures Exchange, Dalian Commodity Exchange, Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange, Guangzhou Futures Exchange, and Shanghai International Energy Exchange) for 13 core futures products, including ferroalloys, lithium carbonate, and industrial silicon. This makes the Group one of the most comprehensive inspection agencies in China, covering new energy metals, ferrous metals, and non-ferrous metals, laying a strong foundation for serving global commodity industry leaders. Moving forward, the Group will accelerate expansion into emerging markets such as the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia, focusing on high-growth new energy sectors, reinforcing professional technical barriers, and fostering differentiated competitive advantages. With impartial, efficient, and professional services, the Group will contribute to the high-quality and sustainable development of the new energy industry, enhancing its global competitiveness. Below is the list of futures inspection qualifications obtained by the Group and its subsidiaries from major exchanges to date: Exchange Futures products Shanghai Futures Exchange Copper, aluminum, zinc, alumina, aluminum alloy Dalian Commodity Exchange Coking coal, coke, iron ore Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange Thermal coal, ferrosilicon, manganese-silicon Guangzhou Futures Exchange Industrial silicon, lithium carbonate, polysilicon Shanghai International Energy Exchange Bonded copper Comprehensive ESG Service Capabilities Highlighted, Green and Low-Carbon Achievements Recognized by Authorities Aligned with its core ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) sustainable development strategy, the Group has adopted a three-dimensional approach—“ESG-Friendly, ESG+, ESG-Focused”—to provide clients with comprehensive green services covering “inspection, consulting, and trading.” In clean energy, the Group has developed full-lifecycle service capabilities for wind and solar power, including manufacturing supervision, unit maintenance testing, and power generation stability optimization. In environmental protection, the Group’s Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) services help enterprises reduce pipeline accident rates and achieve low-carbon emission reductions. In climate change, the Group’s expertise in carbon asset trading and carbon neutrality solutions has positioned it as a core trader in the Beijing carbon market, earning the “2024 Best Trading Award” from the Beijing Green Exchange, underscoring the industry’s high recognition of the Group’s carbon market service capabilities. As global carbon market regulations become clearer, the Group will further leverage its expertise in carbon market mechanisms and its ability to integrate government and enterprise resources to help more clients align with international carbon reduction frameworks, seizing opportunities in the green and low-carbon transition. Mr Li Xiangli, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of China Leon Inspection Holding Limited stated that: “Short-term performance fluctuations are an inevitable part of strategic investments. The Group remains committed to long-term value creation. Moving forward, we will focus on deepening our global presence, advancing AI-driven technological innovation, and strengthening ESG capabilities to build an inimitable competitive moat, continuously creating long-term value for shareholders, clients, and society.” -END- About China Leon Inspection Holding Limited China Leon Inspection Holding Limited (stock code: 1586. HK) was listed on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange in 2016. The Company is China’s first international leading inspection and testing company listed in Hong Kong, focusing on integrated solutions for climate change and green and low-carbon sustainable development. The Company provides global industry leaders with a wide range of one-stop services in testing, and inspection, as well as technical and consulting services around the clock, focusing on four key areas, namely commodity services, clean energy, environmental protection and climate change, empowering global industry leaders to achieve ecofriendly and low-carbon transformation. The Company continues to strengthen its global network layout, expanding its presence from major trading ports and hub cities in the Asia Pacific region to emerging markets in South America and Africa serves, and comprises 80 branches and professional laboratories globally. ESG-oriented development is a key priority for the Company’s “3+X” development strategy. Through the three main implementation dimensions of (1) ESG-Friendly+; (2) ESG+; and (3)ESG+-Focused , we have achieved our ESG development strategies, fulfilled our corporate social responsibility, and contributed to the green and low-carbon transition of the industry. 29/08/2025 Dissemination of a Financial Press Release, transmitted by EQS News. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Media archive at www.todayir.com