JinkoSolar Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results

, /PRNewswire/ -- JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. ("JinkoSolar" or the "Company") (NYSE: JKS), one of the largest and most innovative solar module manufacturers in the world, today announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024. Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Business Highlights Module shipments for full year 2024 increased 18.3% year-over-year to 92.9 GW, ranking first in the industry. At the end of the fourth quarter, we became the first module manufacturer in the world to have delivered a total of over 300 GW solar modules. By the end of the fourth quarter, the mass production efficiency of N-type TOPCon cells reached approximately 26.5%. By the end of the fourth quarter, we had been granted 462 TOPCon patents, overtaking most brands on the N-type TOPCon patent list. We were ranked as the most bankable solar module company in the 2024 PV Module Bankability Survey by Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BloombergNEF). Fourth Quarter 2024 Operational and Financial Highlights Quarterly shipments were 26,462 MW (25,221 MW for solar modules, and 1,241 MW for cells and wafers), up 2.1% sequentially, and down 5.0% year-over-year. Total revenues were RMB20.65 billion (US$2.83 billion), down 15.7% sequentially and down 37.1% year-over-year. Gross profit was RMB747.4 million (US$102.4 million), down 80.6% sequentially and down 81.7% year-over-year. Gross margin was 3.6%, compared with 15.7% in Q3 2024 and 12.5% in Q4 2023. Net loss attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders was RMB473.7 million (US$64.9 million), compared with net income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders of RMB22.5 million in Q3 2024 and of RMB29.3 million in Q4 2023. Adjusted net loss attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders was RMB381.3 million (US$52.2 million), which excludes the impact of (i) the change in fair value of convertible senior notes, (ii) the change in fair value of long-term investment, (iii) share based compensation expenses, and (iv) the impairment of long-lived assets, compared with adjusted net income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders of RMB103.9 million in Q3 2024 and RMB462.7 million in Q4 2023. Basic and diluted losses per ordinary share were RMB2.31 (US$0.32) and RMB2.31 (US$0.32), respectively. This translates into basic and diluted losses per ADS of RMB9.22 (US$1.26) and RMB9.22 (US$1.26), respectively. Full Year 2024 Operational and Financial Highlights Annual shipments were 99,596 MW (92,873 MW for solar modules, and 6,723 MW for cells and wafers), up 19.2% year-over-year. Total revenues were RMB92.26 billion (US$12.64 billion), down 22.3% year-over-year. Gross profit was RMB10.01 billion (US$1.37 billion), down 47.4% year-over-year. Gross margin of 10.9%, compared with 16.0% for the full year of 2023. Loss from operations of RMB3.42 billion (US$469.1 million), compared with income from operations of RMB6.09 billion for the full year of 2023. Net income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders was RMB57.5 million (US$7.9 million), down 98.3% year-over-year. Adjusted net income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders was RMB571.4 million (US$78.3 million), which excludes the impact of (i) the change in fair value of convertible senior notes, (ii) the change in fair value of long-term investment, (iii) share based compensation expenses, (iv) the net loss resulting from a fire accident at one of our production bases in Shanxi Province in April 2024 (the "Fire Accident") and (v) the impairment of long-lived assets, compared with adjusted net income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders of RMB4.07 billion in 2023. Basic earnings per ordinary share were RMB0.28 (US$0.04), and diluted losses per ordinary share were RMB1.25 (US$0.17). This translates into basic earnings per ADS of RMB1.10 (US$0.15) and diluted losses per ADS of RMB5.00 (US$0.69), respectively. Mr. Xiande Li, JinkoSolar's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "We delivered more resilient operating results in the challenging year of 2024, thanks to our leading position in N-type TOPCon technology and patent portfolio, competitive products, as well as global sales and manufacturing networks. Our annual module shipments increased by 18.3% year-over-year to 92.9 GW, once again ranking first in the industry. The ongoing imbalance between supply and demand led to a decline in module prices during the year. Combined with the impact of short-term factors such as the elimination of obsolete production capacity, our profitability dropped significantly year-on-year. Gross margin was 10.9% in 2024, compared to 16.0% in 2023 and net income was US$7.9 million. Module shipments were 25.2 GW in the fourth quarter, in line with our guidance. As over 50% of modules were shipped to the domestic market where prices were lower, and the proportion of higher-price overseas orders declined sequentially, both module delivery prices and profits decreased sequentially. Gross margin was 3.6% in the fourth quarter, compared to 15.7% in the third quarter, and net loss was US$64.9 million in the fourth quarter. In 2024, the global PV industry maintained fast growth momentum. Newly added installation in China reached 277 GW in 2024, marking an increase of 28% year-over-year and setting a record high, and China's module exports reached 236 GW, up 13% year-over-year. Intensified supply and demand imbalances led to a downward trend in end products prices, pressuring profits in all segments of the industrial chain. In order to steer the industry back to healthy development, the national authorities took steps to resolve the structural imbalances between the supply and demand sides with the participation of industry associations and manufacturers. In November, state departments announced policies to raise entry barrier for new manufacturing capacities, reduce export tax rebates, and implement other measures. In December, leading PV enterprises signed a self-discipline pledge aimed at limiting low price competition and reducing production. More recently, the National Development and Reform Commission and the National Environment Administration jointly announced a policy on market-based reforms for on-grid renewable energy pricing, aimed at promoting high-quality industry development. Guided by industry self-discipline and supportive policies, along with demand recovery after the Spring Festival, prices in the industry, as well as our module prices, have stabilized and started to rebound. We are committed to maintaining technology leadership through continuous R&D investments and mass production of innovative products. By the end of the fourth quarter, the average mass-produced N-type cell efficiency reached nearly 26.5%, and the efficiency on the highest-performing production lines, the golden area reached over 26.7%. We expect the average mass-produced N-type cell efficiency to reach approximately 27% by the end of 2025. In addition, we have recently initiated production of ultra-high efficiency third generation Tiger Neo products with large scale production expected by the end of 2025. We continue to phase out outdated production capacity while further enhancing our global manufacturing capabilities. At our Shanxi N-type Super Factory, we are working to reduce costs and improve efficiency through the introduction of automated equipment and process optimization. Our 2GW N-type module production capacity in the U.S. is operating at near full capacity, while our Saudi project is progressing steadily. In the short term, as some leading PV companies face significant financial losses, the industry may have entered a deep adjustment period. Companies lacking competitive costs and efficiency, product and technology iteration capabilities and global expansion capabilities are likely to be phased out, helping restore supply and demand balance to the industry. We have successfully navigated industry cycles several times and we are confident that our strong execution capabilities will help us overcome future challenges and position us strongly for emerging market opportunities. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), renewable energy is expected to supply half of global electricity demand by 2030, with wind and solar PV generation doubling their share to 30%, creating vast growth potential for the PV industry. We expect module shipments to be between 16.0 GW and 18.0 GW for the first quarter of 2025, and between 85.0 GW and 100.0 GW for the full year 2025. We expect our annual production capacity for mono wafers, solar cells and solar modules to reach 120.0 GW, 95.0 GW and 130.0 GW, respectively, by the end of 2025. We are taking a more cautious approach to capacity expansion in 2025 and will not add capacity besides upgrades to TOPCon technology. We will also continue to optimize our assets and liabilities structure while maintaining a healthy cash reserve, further strengthening our resilience to risks." Fourth Quarter 2024 Financial Results Total Revenues Total revenues in the fourth quarter of 2024 were RMB20.65 billion (US$2.83 billion), a decrease of 15.7% from RMB24.51 billion in the third quarter of 2024 and a decrease of 37.1% from RMB32.83 billion in the fourth quarter of 2023. The sequential and year-over-year decreases were mainly due to the decrease in average selling price of solar modules. Gross Profit and Gross Margin Gross profit in the fourth quarter of 2024 was RMB747.4 million (US$102.4 million), compared with RMB3.86 billion in the third quarter of 2024 and RMB4.09 billion in the fourth quarter of 2023. Gross margin was 3.6% in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared with 15.7% in the third quarter of 2024 and 12.5% in the fourth quarter of 2023. The sequential and year-over-year decreases were mainly due to the decrease in average selling price of solar modules. Loss/Income from Operations and Operating Margin Loss from operations in the fourth quarter of 2024 was RMB2.02 billion (US$277.0 million), compared with income from operations of RMB75.5 million in the third quarter of 2024 and income from operations of RMB352.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2023, primarily attributable to the decreases in our revenues and gross margin in the fourth quarter of 2024. Operating loss margin was 9.8% in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared with operating profit margin of 0.3% in the third quarter of 2024 and operating profit margin of 1.1% in the fourth quarter of 2023. Total operating expenses in the fourth quarter of 2024 were RMB2.77 billion (US$379.4 million), a decrease of 26.7% from RMB3.78 billion in the third quarter of 2024 and a decrease of 25.9% from RMB3.74 billion in the fourth quarter of 2023. The sequential and year-over-year decreases were mainly due to the decrease in shipping cost. Total operating expenses accounted for 13.4% of total revenues in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared to 15.4% in the third quarter of 2024 and 11.4% in the fourth quarter of 2023. Interest Expenses, Net Net interest expenses consist of interest expenses of RMB347.5 million (US$47.6 million) and interest income of RMB113.3 million (US$15.5 million) in the fourth quarter of 2024. Net interest expenses in the fourth quarter of 2024 was RMB234.3 million (US$32.1 million), an increase of 15.9% from RMB202.1 million in the third quarter of 2024 and an increase of 13.9% from RMB205.6 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. The sequential and year-over-year increases were due to the increase in interest-bearing debts in the fourth quarter of 2024. Subsidy Income Subsidy income in the fourth quarter of 2024 was RMB900.1 million (US$123.3 million), compared with RMB431.8 million in the third quarter of 2024 and RMB554.6 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. The sequential and year-over-year increases were primarily attributable to the increases in cash receipt of incentives related to the Company's business operations. Exchange Gain/Loss and Change in Fair Value of Foreign Exchange Derivatives The Company recorded a net exchange gain (including change in fair value of foreign exchange derivatives) of RMB408.2 million (US$55.9 million) in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared to a net exchange loss (including change in fair value of foreign exchange derivatives) of RMB251.9 million in the third quarter of 2024 and a net exchange gain (including change in fair value of foreign exchange derivatives) of RMB76.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. The sequential and year-over-year changes were mainly attributable to the exchange rate fluctuations of US dollars against RMB in the fourth quarter of 2024. Change in Fair Value of Convertible Senior Notes The Company issued US$85.0 million of 4.5% convertible senior notes (the "Notes") due 2024 in May 2019 and has elected to measure the Notes at fair value derived by valuation model, i.e., Binomial Model. All the Notes with the principal amount at issuance of US$85.0 million have been converted into ordinary shares of the Company in the second quarter of 2024. Change in fair value of convertible senior notes was nil in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared to nil in the third quarter of 2024 and a loss of RMB155.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. Change in Fair Value of Long-term Investment The Company invested in equity interests in several solar technology companies engaged in the photovoltaic industry chain, which are recorded as long-term investment and reported at fair value with changes in fair value recognized as gains or losses. As of December 31, 2024, the Company had RMB1.05 billion (US$143.6 million) in long-term investment, compared with RMB845.0 million as of September 30, 2024. The Company recognized a gain from change in fair value of long-term investment of RMB332.3 million (US$45.5 million) in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared with a gain of RMB30.8 million in the third quarter of 2024 and a loss of RMB90.9 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. The sequential and year-over-year changes were primarily due to the changes in the valuation of several solar technology companies we invested in. Other Loss/Income, net Net other loss in the fourth quarter of 2024 was RMB674.1 million (US$92.4 million), compared with net other income of RMB73.6 million in the third quarter of 2024 and net other loss of RMB10.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. The sequential and year-over-year changes were mainly due to the changes in the fair value of financial instruments in the fourth quarter of 2024. Equity in Loss/Income of Affiliated Companies The Company indirectly holds a 20% equity interest in Sweihan PV Power Company P.J.S.C, a developer and operator of solar power projects in Dubai, and a 9% equity interest in Xinte Ltd, a domestic silicon material supplier, and both investments are accounted for using the equity method. The Company recorded equity in loss of affiliated companies of RMB119.2 million (US$16.3 million) in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared with equity in loss of affiliated companies of RMB3.4 million in the third quarter of 2024 and equity in income of affiliated companies of RMB2.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. The fluctuations in equity in loss or income of affiliated companies primarily arose from the changes in net losses or gains incurred by the affiliated companies. Income Tax Benefit/Expense The Company recorded an income tax benefit of RMB580.5 million (US$79.5 million) in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared with income tax expense of RMB148.5 million in the third quarter of 2024 and RMB200.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. Net Loss/Income attributable to Non-Controlling Interests Net loss attributable to non-controlling interests amounted to RMB368.1 million (US$50.4 million) in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared with net loss attributable to non-controlling interests of RMB39.0 million in the third quarter of 2024 and net income attributable to non-controlling interests of RMB293.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. The sequential and year-over-year changes were mainly attributable to the changes in net loss or income of the Company's majority-owned principal operating subsidiary, Jinko Solar Co., Ltd. Net Loss/Income and Losses/Earnings per Share Net loss attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders was RMB473.7 million (US$64.9 million) in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared with net income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders of RMB22.5 million in the third quarter of 2024 and RMB29.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. Excluding the impact of (i) the change in fair value of the convertible senior notes, (ii) the change in fair value of the long-term investment, (iii) share based compensation expenses, and (iv) the impairment of long-lived assets, adjusted net loss attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders was RMB381.3 million (US$52.2 million) in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared with adjusted net income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders of RMB103.9 million in the third quarter of 2024 and RMB462.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. Basic and diluted losses per ordinary share were RMB2.31 (US$0.32) and RMB2.31 (US$0.32), respectively, in the fourth quarter of 2024, compared to basic and diluted earnings per ordinary share of RMB0.11 and RMB0.11, respectively, in the third quarter of 2024, and basic and diluted earnings per ordinary share of RMB0.14 and RMB0.14, respectively, in the fourth quarter of 2023. As each ADS represents four ordinary shares, this translates into basic and diluted losses per ADS of RMB9.22 (US$1.26) and RMB9.22 (US$1.26), respectively, in the fourth quarter of 2024; basic and diluted earnings per ADS of RMB0.44 and RMB0.44, respectively, in the third quarter of 2024; and basic and diluted earnings per ADS of RMB0.56 and RMB0.54, respectively, in the fourth quarter of 2023. Financial Position As of December 31, 2024, the Company had RMB27.74 billion (US$3.80 billion) in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, compared with RMB19.07 billion as of December 31, 2023. As of December 31, 2024, the Company's accounts receivables were RMB14.07 billion (US$1.93 billion), compared with RMB22.96 billion as of December 31, 2023. As of December 31, 2024, the Company's inventories were RMB12.51 billion (US$1.71 billion), compared with RMB18.22 billion as of December 31, 2023. As of December 31, 2024, the Company's total interest-bearing debts were RMB40.59 billion (US$5.56 billion), compared with RMB31.10 billion as of December 31, 2023. Full Year 2024 Financial Results Total Revenues Total revenues for full year 2024 were RMB92.26 billion (US$12.64 billion), a decrease of 22.3% from RMB118.68 billion for full year 2023. The decrease in total revenues was mainly attributable to the decrease in average selling price of solar modules. Gross Profit and Gross Margin Gross profit for full year 2024 was RMB10.01 billion (US$1.37 billion), a decrease of 47.4% from RMB19.05 billion for full year 2023. The year-over-year decrease was mainly attributable to the decrease in average selling price of solar modules in 2024. Gross margin was 10.9% for full year 2024, compared with 16.0% for full year 2023. The year-over-year decrease was mainly attributable to the decrease in average selling price of solar modules. Loss/Income from Operations and Operating Margin Loss from operations for full year 2024 was RMB3.42 billion (US$469.1 million), compared with income from operations of RMB6.09 billion for full year 2023. Operating loss margin for full year 2024 was 3.7%, compared with operating profit margin of 5.1% for full year 2023. Total operating expenses for full year 2024 were RMB13.44 billion (US$1.84 billion), an increase of 3.7% from RMB12.96 billion for full year 2023. As a percentage of total revenues, operating expenses accounted for 14.6% for full year 2024, compared with 10.9% for full year 2023. The increase in total operating expenses was primarily due to (i) the write-off of net book value of equipment resulting from the Fire Accident, which was partially offset by the estimated insurance proceed from the Fire Accident, and (ii) an increase in the impairment loss of long-lived assets. Interest Expense, Net Net interest expenses consist of interest expenses of RMB1.14 billion (US$156.6 million) and interest income of RMB414.7 million (US$56.8 million) for full year 2024. Net interest expenses for full year 2024 was RMB728.4 million (US$99.8 million), an increase of 17.9% from RMB617.6 million for full year 2023. The increase was mainly due to an increase in interest-bearing debts. Subsidy Income Subsidy income for full year 2024 was RMB2.45 billion (US$335.5 million), compared with RMB1.18 billion for full year 2023. The year-over-year increase was mainly attributable to an increase in the cash receipt of incentives to the Company's business operations. Exchange Gain/Loss and Change in Fair Value of Foreign Exchange Derivatives The Company recorded a net exchange gain (including change in fair value of foreign exchange derivatives) of RMB601.0 million (US$82.3 million) for full year 2024, which was primarily due to the appreciation of US dollars against RMB. The Company recorded a net exchange gain (including change in fair value of foreign exchange derivatives) of RMB623.2 million for full year 2023. The year-over-year change were mainly due to the exchange rate fluctuations of US dollars against RMB in 2024. Change in Fair Value of Convertible Senior Notes The Company issued the Notes in May 2019 and has elected to measure them at fair value derived by valuation model, i.e., Binomial Model. The Company recognized a gain from change in fair value of the Notes of RMB323.5 million (US$44.3 million) for full year 2024, compared to a loss of RMB31.2 million for full year 2023. The year-over-year change was primarily due to the changes in the Company's stock price in 2024. Change in Fair Value of Long-term Investment The Company invested in equity interests in several solar technology companies engaged in the photovoltaic industry chain. As of December 31, 2024, the Company had RMB1.05 billion (US$143.6 million) in long-term investment, compared with RMB1.02 billion as of December 31, 2023. The Company recognized a gain from change in fair value of long-term investment of RMB163.5 million (US$22.4 million) in 2024, compared to a gain of RMB221.5 million for full year 2023. Other Income/Loss, net Net other income for full year 2024 was RMB880.5 million (US$120.6 million), compared with net other income of RMB26.1 million for full year 2023. The increase was primarily due to income generated from the disposal of a wholly-owned subsidiary in the year of 2024. Equity in Loss/Income of Affiliated Companies The Company indirectly holds a 20% equity interest of Sweihan PV Power Company P.J.S.C, a developer and operator of solar power projects in Dubai, and a 9% equity interest in Xinte Ltd, a domestic silicon material supplier, and both investments are accounted using the equity method. The Company recorded equity in loss of affiliated companies of RMB177.0 million (US$24.3 million) in 2024, compared with equity in income of affiliated companies of RMB222.7 million in 2023. The fluctuations in equity in loss or income of affiliated companies primarily arose from the changes in net losses or gains incurred by the affiliated companies. Income Tax Expense, Net The Company recognized an income tax expense of RMB69.4 million (US$9.5 million) in 2024, compared with an income tax expense of RMB1.26 billion in 2023. Net Income and Earnings/Losses per Share Net income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders in 2024 was RMB57.5 million (US$7.9 million), compared with a net income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders of RMB3.45 billion in 2023. Excluding the impact of (i) the change in fair value of convertible senior notes, (ii) the change in fair value of the long-term investment, (iii) share based compensation expenses, (iv) the net loss resulting from the Fire Accident, and (v) the impairment of long-lived assets, adjusted net income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders was RMB571.4 million (US$78.3 million), compared with RMB4.07 billion in 2023. Basic earnings per share for full year 2024 were RMB0.28 (US$0.04), and diluted losses per share for full year 2024 were RMB1.25 (US$0.17), compared to basic and diluted earnings per share of RMB16.60 and RMB15.23, respectively, for full year 2023. This translates into basic earnings per ADS of RMB1.10 (US$0.15) and diluted losses per ADS of RMB5.00 (US$0.69) for full year 2024, compared to basic and diluted earnings per ADS of RMB66.39 and RMB60.90, respectively, for full year 2023. Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Operational Highlights Solar Module, Cell and Wafer Shipments Total shipments were 26,462 MW in the fourth quarter of 2024, including 25,221 MW for solar module shipments and 1,241 MW for cell and wafer shipments. Total shipments in the full year 2024 were 99,596 MW, including 92,873 MW for solar module shipments and 6,723 MW for cell and wafer shipments. Operations and Business Outlook Highlights First Quarter and Full Year 2025 Guidance The Company's business outlook is based on management's current views and estimates with respect to market conditions, production capacity, the Company's order book and the global economic environment. This outlook is subject to uncertainty on final customer demand and sale schedules. Management's views and estimates are subject to change without notice. For the first quarter of 2025, the Company expects its module shipments to be in the range of 16.0 GW to 18.0 GW. For full year 2025, the Company estimates its module shipments to be in the range of 85.0 GW to 100.0 GW. Solar Products Production Capacity The Company expects its annual production capacity for mono wafer, solar cell and solar module to reach 120.0 GW, 95.0 GW and 130.0 GW, respectively, by the end of 2025. Recent Business Developments In December 2024, JinkoSolar's board of directors authorized the Company to upsize its existing share repurchase program launched in July 2022 and extended in December 2023 by increasing the aggregate value of Class A ordinary shares represented by ADSs that may be repurchased from US$200 million to US$350 million and to extend it for an additional 12-month period through June 30, 2026. In December 2024, JinkoSolar was recognized with two prestigious awards from EUPD Research, the Solar Prosumer and the DACH Energy Transition Award. In December 2024, JinkoSolar announced that all shareholder resolutions proposed at its 2024 annual general meeting were duly passed. In January 2025, JinkoSolar achieved a significant breakthrough in the development of its N-type TOPCon-based perovskite tandem solar cell. Independently tested by the Shanghai Institute of Microsystem and Information Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, the cell achieved an impressive conversion efficiency of 33.84%, surpassing JinkoSolar's previous record of 33.24%. This achievement marks the 27th time JinkoSolar has set a world record for efficiency and power output for PV products. In February 2025, JinkoSolar ranked No.1 in the Global Solar Module Manufacturers Ranking 2025 report recently published by Wood Mackenzie, thanks to its outstanding technological capabilities and highly efficient module performance. Conference Call Information JinkoSolar's management will host an earnings conference call on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time (8:00 p.m. Beijing / Hong Kong the same day). Please register in advance of the conference using the link provided below. Upon registering, you will be provided with participant dial-in numbers, passcode and unique access PIN by a calendar invite. Participant Online Registration: https://s1.c-conf.com/diamondpass/10046117-jh7y6t.html It will automatically direct you to the registration page of "JinkoSolar Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Earnings Conference Call", where you may fill in your details for RSVP. In the 10 minutes prior to the call start time, you may use the conference access information (including dial-in number(s), passcode and unique access PIN) provided in the calendar invite that you have received following your pre-registration. A telephone replay of the call will be available 2 hours after the conclusion of the conference call through 23:59 U.S. Eastern Time, April 2, 2025. The dial-in details for the replay are as follows: International: +61 7 3107 6325 U.S.: +1 855 883 1031 Passcode: 10046117 Additionally, a live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Investor Relations section of JinkoSolar's website at http://www.jinkosolar.com. About JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. JinkoSolar (NYSE: JKS) is one of the largest and most innovative solar module manufacturers in the world. JinkoSolar distributes its solar products and sells its solutions and services to a diversified international utility, commercial and residential customer base in China, the United States, Japan, Germany, the United Kingdom, Chile, South Africa, India, Mexico, Brazil, the United Arab Emirates, Italy, Spain, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Poland, Austria, Switzerland, Greece and other countries and regions. JinkoSolar had over 10 productions facilities globally, over 20 overseas subsidiaries in Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, India, Turkey, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, the United States, Mexico, and other countries, and a global sales network with sales teams in China, the United States, Canada, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Italy, Germany, Turkey, Spain, Japan, the United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, Vietnam and India, as of December 31, 2024. To find out more, please see: www.jinkosolar.com Currency Convenience Translation The conversion of Renminbi into U.S. dollars in this release, made solely for the convenience of the readers, is based on the noon buying rate in the city of New York for cable transfers of Renminbi as certified for customs purposes by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York as of December 31, 2024, which was RMB7.2993 to US$1.00. No representation is intended to imply that the Renminbi amounts could have been, or could be, converted, realized, or settled into U.S. dollars at that rate or any other rate. The percentages stated in this press release are calculated based on Renminbi. Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements constitute "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates" and similar statements. Among other things, the quotations from management in this press release and the Company's operations and business outlook, contain forward-looking statements. Such statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in JinkoSolar's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual report on Form 20-F. Except as required by law, the Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. For investor and media inquiries, please contact: In China:Ms. Stella WangJinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.Tel: +86 21-5180-8777 ext.7806Email: [email protected] Mr. Rene VanguestaineChristensenTel: +86 178 1749 0483Email: [email protected] In the U.S.:Ms. Linda BergkampChristensen, Scottsdale, ArizonaTel: +1-480-614-3004Email: [email protected] JINKOSOLAR HOLDING CO., LTD. UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (in thousands, except ADS and Share data) For the quarter ended For the twelve months ended Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2024 Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2024 RMB'000 RMB'000 RMB'000 USD'000 RMB'000 RMB'000 USD'000 Revenues 32,830,172 24,508,244 20,650,730 2,829,139 118,678,591 92,256,302 12,639,061 Cost of revenues (28,739,438) (20,652,556) (19,903,357) (2,726,749) (99,630,956) (82,241,474) (11,267,036) Gross profit 4,090,734 3,855,688 747,373 102,389 19,047,635 10,014,828 1,372,025 Operating expenses: Selling and marketing (1,857,825) (2,172,100) (1,222,550) (167,489) (6,819,305) (6,658,108) (912,157) General and administrative (1,541,467) (1,175,798) (929,029) (127,276) (4,583,837) (4,614,001) (632,116) Research and development (279,642) (208,668) (259,902) (35,606) (911,869) (924,392) (126,641) Impairment of long-lived assets (59,342) (223,588) (357,616) (48,993) (640,004) (1,242,168) (170,176) Total operating expenses (3,738,276) (3,780,154) (2,769,097) (379,364) (12,955,015) (13,438,669) (1,841,090) (Loss)/income from operations 352,458 75,534 (2,021,724) (276,975) 6,092,620 (3,423,841) (469,065) Interest expenses (292,076) (300,935) (347,514) (47,609) (1,171,136) (1,143,079) (156,602) Interest income 86,487 98,790 113,255 15,516 553,531 414,685 56,812 Subsidy income 554,619 431,753 900,142 123,319 1,175,498 2,448,763 335,479 Exchange gain/(loss),net (38,424) (203,999) 314,627 43,104 938,092 484,364 66,358 Change in fair value of foreign exchange derivatives 114,769 (47,912) 93,602 12,823 (314,859) 116,654 15,982 Change in fair value of Long-term Investment (90,918) 30,772 332,270 45,521 221,473 163,492 22,398 Change in fair value of convertible senior notes (155,102) - - - (31,188) 323,474 44,316 Other income/(loss), net (10,771) 73,632 (674,143) (92,357) 26,134 880,540 120,634 Income/(loss) before income taxes 521,042 157,635 (1,289,485) (176,658) 7,490,165 265,052 36,312 Income tax (expenses)/benefit (200,831) (148,460) 580,537 79,533 (1,260,285) (69,441) (9,513) Equity in (loss)/income of affiliated companies 2,375 (3,389) (119,161) (16,325) 222,674 (177,013) (24,251) Net income/(loss) 322,586 5,786 (828,109) (113,450) 6,452,554 18,598 2,548 Less: Net loss/(income) attributable to non-controlling interests (293,269) 38,960 368,091 50,428 (3,005,111) 74,873 10,258 Less: Accretion to redemption value of redeemable non-controlling interests (22,214) (13,712) (1,879) - (35,926) (4,922) Net income/(loss) attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders 29,317 22,532 (473,730) (64,901) 3,447,443 57,545 7,884 Net income/(loss) attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders per share: Basic 0.14 0.11 (2.31) (0.32) 16.60 0.28 0.04 Diluted 0.14 0.11 (2.31) (0.32) 15.23 (1.25) (0.17) Net income/(loss) attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders per ADS: Basic 0.56 0.44 (9.22) (1.26) 66.39 1.10 0.15 Diluted 0.54 0.44 (9.22) (1.26) 60.90 (5.00) (0.69) Weighted average ordinary shares outstanding: Basic 209,582,718 204,902,909 205,490,103 205,490,103 207,705,476 208,607,597 208,607,597 Diluted 215,266,963 204,962,646 205,490,103 205,490,103 226,113,084 209,981,840 209,981,840 Weighted average ADS outstanding: Basic 52,395,679 51,225,727 51,372,526 51,372,526 51,926,369 52,151,899 52,151,899 Diluted 53,816,741 51,240,662 51,372,526 51,372,526 56,528,271 52,495,460 52,495,460 UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME Net income/(loss) 322,586 5,786 (828,109) (113,450) 6,452,554 18,598 2,548 Other comprehensive income/(loss): -Unrealized (loss)/gain on available-for-sale securities 19,134 (10,212) (1,399) 18,161 (10,212) (1,399) -Foreign currency translation adjustments (116,523) (123,210) 196,740 26,954 75,751 (93,863) (12,859) -Change in the instrument-specific credit risk 42 - - - 70,732 421 58 Comprehensive (loss)/income 225,239 (117,424) (641,581) (87,895) 6,617,198 (85,056) (11,652) Less: Comprehensive loss/(income) attributable to non-controlling interests (280,158) 77,293 306,252 41,956 (3,027,731) 44,084 6,039 Comprehensive (loss)/income attributable to JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.'s ordinary shareholders (54,919) (40,131) (335,329) (45,938) 3,589,467 (40,972) (5,613) JINKOSOLAR HOLDING CO., LTD. UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (in thousands) Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2024 RMB'000 RMB'000 USD'000 ASSETS Current assets: Cash,cash equivalents, and restricted cash 19,069,107 27,737,976 3,800,087 Restricted short-term investments and short-term investments 8,509,257 3,901,442 534,496 Accounts receivable, net 22,958,693 14,065,558 1,926,974 Notes receivable, net 4,090,085 3,333,377 456,670 Advances to suppliers, net 4,565,779 2,654,149 363,617 Inventories, net 18,215,537 12,509,422 1,713,784 Foreign exchange forward contract receivables 103,100 115,220 15,785 Prepayments and other current assets, net 3,430,224 4,490,411 615,184 Held-for-sale assets 2,003,417 57,502 7,878 Total current assets 82,945,199 68,865,057 9,434,475 Non-current assets: Restricted long-term investments 1,536,198 1,328,201 181,963 Long-term investments 2,117,628 1,870,253 256,224 Property, plant and equipment, net 41,267,187 44,800,692 6,137,670 Land use rights, net 1,821,012 1,838,015 251,807 Intangible assets, net 569,088 461,955 63,288 Right-of-use assets, net 742,431 448,555 61,452 Deferred tax assets 1,290,004 2,641,397 361,870 Advances to suppliers to be utilised beyond one year 648,377 520,376 71,291 Other assets, net 2,790,567 1,954,935 267,825 Available-for-sale securities-non-current 104,134 150,922 20,676 Total non-current assets 52,886,626 56,015,301 7,674,066 Total assets 135,831,825 124,880,358 17,108,541 LIABILITIES Current liabilities: Accounts payable 15,475,166 11,038,668 1,512,291 Notes payable 25,690,532 11,189,801 1,532,997 Accrued payroll and welfare expenses 2,798,964 2,779,196 380,748 Advances from customers 6,965,298 5,088,596 697,135 Income tax payables 1,016,039 703,498 96,379 Other payables and accruals 13,448,501 16,499,668 2,260,449 Foreign exchange forward derivatives payables 26,466 20,789 2,848 Convertible senior notes 782,969 - - Lease liabilities - current 155,931 145,663 19,956 Short-term borrowings, including current portion of long-term borrowings, and failed sale-leaseback financing 13,583,774 6,933,899 949,940 Held-for-sale liabilities 1,117,005 - - Total current liabilities 81,060,645 54,399,778 7,452,743 Non-current liabilities: Long-term borrowings 11,238,806 20,643,272 2,828,117 Convertible notes 4,785,480 8,605,579 1,178,959 Accrued warranty costs - non current 2,145,426 2,136,192 292,657 Lease liabilities-noncurrent 557,136 330,740 45,311 Deferred tax liability 131,506 56,718 7,770 Long-term Payables 2,378,684 4,387,864 601,135 Total non-current liabilities 21,237,038 36,160,365 4,953,949 Total liabilities 102,297,683 90,560,143 12,406,692 Mezzanine Equity Redeemable non-controlling interests - 1,535,926 210,421 SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY Total JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. shareholders' equity 20,156,434 19,869,284 2,722,080 Non-controlling interests 13,377,708 12,915,005 1,769,348 Total shareholders' equity 33,534,142 32,784,289 4,491,428 Total liabilities, mezzanine equity and shareholders' equity 135,831,825 124,880,358 17,108,541 SOURCE JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. 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