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Mingzhu Announces Unaudited Financial Results for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2024

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MingZhu Logistics Holdings (NASDAQ: YGMZ) reported its unaudited financial results for H1 2024, showing significant declines across key metrics. Revenue decreased by 59.2% to $22.9 million compared to $56.1 million in the same period last year. Total costs decreased by 58.6% to $22.6 million. The company's net loss widened to $9.8 million, up from $0.9 million in H1 2023. Cash and cash equivalents declined by $4.0 million to $1.3 million.

The company attributes these results to post-COVID recovery challenges, increased costs, and higher interest rates. Management is focusing on rebuilding core logistics operations while reducing expenses and exploring business diversification opportunities, including premium liquor distribution.

MingZhu Logistics Holdings (NASDAQ: YGMZ) ha riportato i risultati finanziari non verificati per il primo semestre del 2024, mostrando significative diminuzioni in diversi indicatori chiave. I ricavi sono diminuiti del 59,2%, scendendo a 22,9 milioni di dollari rispetto ai 56,1 milioni dello stesso periodo dell'anno scorso. I costi totali sono diminuiti del 58,6% a 22,6 milioni di dollari. La perdita netta dell'azienda è aumentata a 9,8 milioni di dollari, rispetto a 0,9 milioni di dollari nel primo semestre del 2023. Cash e equivalenti in denaro sono scesi di 4,0 milioni di dollari, arrivando a 1,3 milioni di dollari.

L'azienda attribuisce questi risultati a sfide nel recupero post-COVID, all'aumento dei costi e ai tassi di interesse più elevati. La direzione sta concentrando i propri sforzi sul ripristino delle operazioni logistiche principali, riducendo le spese e esplorando opportunità di diversificazione commerciale, inclusa la distribuzione di liquori premium.

MingZhu Logistics Holdings (NASDAQ: YGMZ) reportó sus resultados financieros no auditados para el primer semestre de 2024, mostrando caídas significativas en métricas clave. Los ingresos disminuyeron un 59,2% a 22,9 millones de dólares en comparación con 56,1 millones de dólares en el mismo período del año pasado. Los costos totales disminuyeron un 58,6% a 22,6 millones de dólares. La pérdida neta de la empresa se amplió a 9,8 millones de dólares, frente a 0,9 millones de dólares en el primer semestre de 2023. El efectivo y equivalentes de efectivo cayeron en 4,0 millones de dólares, situándose en 1,3 millones de dólares.

La empresa atribuye estos resultados a los desafíos de recuperación post-COVID, el aumento de los costos y las tasas de interés más altas. La dirección se está enfocando en reconstruir las operaciones logísticas centrales mientras reduce gastos y explora oportunidades de diversificación empresarial, incluida la distribución de licores premium.

밍주 물류 홀딩스 (NASDAQ: YGMZ)는 2024년 상반기 감사되지 않은 재무 결과를 보고하며 주요 지표에서 상당한 감소를 보였습니다. 수익은 59.2% 감소하여 작년 같은 기간의 5610만 달러 대비 2290만 달러로 떨어졌습니다. 총 비용은 58.6% 감소하여 2260만 달러에 달했습니다. 회사의 순손실은 980만 달러로 확대되었으며, 2023년 상반기의 90만 달러에서 상승했습니다. 현금 및 현금성 자산은 400만 달러 감소하여 130만 달러로 줄었습니다.

회사는 이러한 결과를 COVID-19 이후 복구 어려움, 증가한 비용 및 높은 이자율에 기인한다고 분석하고 있습니다. 경영진은 핵심 물류 운영의 재건에 집중하면서 비용 절감과 프리미엄 주류 유통 등 사업 다각화 기회를 탐색하고 있습니다.

MingZhu Logistics Holdings (NASDAQ: YGMZ) a annoncé ses résultats financiers non audités pour le premier semestre 2024, montrant des baisses significatives dans plusieurs indicateurs clés. Le chiffre d'affaires a chuté de 59,2% pour atteindre 22,9 millions de dollars, contre 56,1 millions de dollars au cours de la même période de l'année dernière. Les coûts totaux ont diminué de 58,6% pour s'établir à 22,6 millions de dollars. La perte nette de l'entreprise a augmenté à 9,8 millions de dollars, contre 0,9 million de dollars au premier semestre 2023. Les liquidités et équivalents de liquidités ont chuté de 4,0 millions de dollars pour atteindre 1,3 million de dollars.

L'entreprise attribue ces résultats aux défis liés à la reprise post-COVID, à l'augmentation des coûts et à des taux d'intérêt plus élevés. La direction se concentre sur la reconstruction des opérations logistiques de base tout en réduisant les dépenses et en explorant des opportunités de diversification commerciale, y compris la distribution de spiritueux haut de gamme.

MingZhu Logistics Holdings (NASDAQ: YGMZ) hat die vorläufigen finanziellen Ergebnisse für das erste Halbjahr 2024 veröffentlicht und dabei bedeutende Rückgänge in den wesentlichen Kennzahlen festgestellt. Der Umsatz verringerte sich um 59,2% auf 22,9 Millionen Dollar im Vergleich zu 56,1 Millionen Dollar im gleichen Zeitraum des Vorjahres. Die Gesamtkosten sanken um 58,6% auf 22,6 Millionen Dollar. Der Nettoverlust des Unternehmens weitete sich auf 9,8 Millionen Dollar aus, gegenüber 0,9 Millionen Dollar im ersten Halbjahr 2023. Bargeld und Zahlungsmitteläquivalente fielen um 4,0 Millionen Dollar auf 1,3 Millionen Dollar.

Das Unternehmen führt diese Ergebnisse auf Herausforderungen bei der Erholung nach COVID-19, steigende Kosten und höhere Zinssätze zurück. Das Management konzentriert sich darauf, die Kernlogistikbetriebe neu aufzubauen, während es die Ausgaben senkt und Möglichkeiten zur Geschäftsd diversification, einschließlich der Verteilung von Premium-Spirituosen, erkundet.

Positive
  • Total costs reduced by 58.6% to $22.6 million
  • Strategic expansion into premium liquor distribution leveraging existing infrastructure
Negative
  • Revenue declined 59.2% to $22.9 million
  • Net loss increased by $8.9 million to $9.8 million
  • Cash and cash equivalents dropped by $4.0 million to $1.3 million
  • Higher operating costs and interest expenses impacting profitability

Insights

The financial results reveal severe deterioration in MingZhu's operational performance.

Revenue plummeted by 59.2% to $22.9 million, while net losses widened substantially from $0.9 million to $9.8 million. The concerning 989% increase in net loss, coupled with dwindling cash reserves of just $1.3 million, signals significant liquidity risks. The company's cost reduction of 58.6% closely mirrors revenue decline, suggesting operational leverage and inability to cut costs faster than revenue losses.

Most troubling is the rapid cash burn, with cash reserves dropping by $4 million. For a company with just $6.5 million market cap, maintaining sufficient working capital will be challenging. The management's strategic pivot toward business diversification, while logical, may require capital that the company currently lacks. Without immediate improvement in core operations or external funding, financial sustainability remains questionable.

The company's struggles reflect broader challenges in China's logistics sector. The significant revenue contraction suggests loss of market share and potential structural issues beyond just COVID recovery. While management points to "early signs of progress," the magnitude of revenue decline indicates possible customer attrition that may be difficult to reverse.

The pivot into premium liquor distribution, while leveraging existing infrastructure, represents a high-risk strategy given the company's weakened financial position. Current market conditions in China, characterized by reduced consumer spending and intense competition, make successful diversification particularly challenging. The emphasis on cost reduction could potentially compromise service quality and network reliability, risking further erosion of their customer base.

SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MingZhu Logistics Holdings Limited ("MingZhu" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: YGMZ), an elite provider of logistics and transportation services to businesses, today announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2024.

Mr. Jinlong Yang, CEO of MingZhu, commented, "After the severe negative impact of the COVID downturn, our focus has been on rebuilding our core logistics business. This process has demanded substantial resources, including significant investments and dedicated personnel to meet customer needs. Unfortunately, the additional costs, coupled with higher interest rates, have been amplified by lower sales during the six months ending June 30, 2024, resulting in an increased net loss. Moving forward, our priorities are twofold. First, we are committed to returning sales growth in our core logistics business while reducing operating expenses to improve profitability. While this will take time, we are encouraged by early signs of progress despite uncertainties from rising global tensions. Second, we are prioritizing long-term business diversification to position the company for future success in an evolving market. Our team brings extensive expertise in operating across China, where we have built a reputation as a trusted partner in safely and efficiently transporting goods. We've successfully expanded into adjacent opportunities, such as premium liquor distribution, leveraging our logistics infrastructure and partnerships. Looking ahead, we plan to explore additional opportunities that capitalize on our established infrastructure, dedicated ecosystem, and deep local connections to create value for our shareholders."

Operating Results for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2024

Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024, decreased by $33.2 million or 59.2%, to $22.9 million from $56.1 million for the same period as last year.

Total costs decreased by $31.9 million, or 58.6%, to $22.6 for the six months ended June 30, 2024 as compared to $54.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023.

Net loss totaled approximately $9.8 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, as compared to a net loss of approximately $0.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023, representing an increase of $8.9 million.

Balance Sheet and Cash Flow

Cash and cash equivalents dropped by $4.0 million to $1.3 million as of June 30, 2024, as we only need to maintain such a smaller balance of cash when our revenues and costs declined.

About MingZhu Logistics Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: YGMZ)

Established in 2002 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, MingZhu Logistics Holdings Limited is a 4A-rated professional trucking service provider. Based on the Company's regional logistics terminals in Guangdong Province and Xinjiang Autonomous Region, MingZhu Logistics Holdings offers tailored solutions to our clients to deliver their goods through our network density and broad geographic coverage across the country by a combination of self-owned fleets tractors and trailers and subcontractors' fleets. For more information, please visit ir.szygmz.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

The statements in this press release regarding the Company's future expectations, plans and prospects constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding plans, goals, objectives, strategies, future events, expected performance, assumptions and any other statements of fact that have not occurred. Any statements that contain the words "may", "will", "want", "should", "believe", "expect", "anticipate", "estimate", "calculate" or similar statements that are not factual in nature are to be considered forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially from historical results or from those expressed in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, the Company's strategic objectives, the Company's future plans, market demand and user acceptance of the Company's products or services, technological advances, economic trends, the growth of the trucking services market in China, the Company's reputation and brand, the impact of industry competition and bidding, relevant policies and regulations, fluctuations in China's macroeconomic conditions, and the risks and assumptions disclosed in the Company's reports provided to the CSRC (China Security Regulatory Commission). For these and other related reasons, we advise investors not to place any reliance on these forward-looking statements, and we urge investors to review the Company's relevant SEC filings for additional factors that may affect the Company's future results of operations. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements subsequent to the filing of these documents as a result of changes in particular events or circumstances. 

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FAQ

What was YGMZ's revenue decline in H1 2024?

MingZhu's revenue declined by 59.2% to $22.9 million in H1 2024, compared to $56.1 million in the same period last year.

How much did YGMZ's net loss increase in H1 2024?

YGMZ's net loss increased by $8.9 million to $9.8 million in H1 2024, compared to a net loss of $0.9 million in H1 2023.

What is YGMZ's cash position as of June 30, 2024?

YGMZ's cash and cash equivalents were $1.3 million as of June 30, 2024, representing a decrease of $4.0 million.

What new business segments is YGMZ expanding into?

YGMZ is expanding into premium liquor distribution, leveraging its existing logistics infrastructure and partnerships.

How much did YGMZ reduce its total costs in H1 2024?

YGMZ reduced its total costs by 58.6% to $22.6 million in H1 2024 compared to $54.4 million in H1 2023.

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