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Hitek Global Inc. Announces First Half of Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results

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XIAMEN, China, Oct. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hitek Global Inc. (Nasdaq: HKIT) (the “Company”), a China-based information technology consulting and solutions service provider, today announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2024.

Ms. Xiaoyang Huang, Chief Executive Officer and Director of Hitek Global Inc., commented, “We are pleased to report a solid performance for the first half of fiscal year 2024, as we continue to adapt to an evolving market environment. Despite facing challenges, particularly due to the implementation of Golden Tax Phase IV, which introduced new complexities for enterprises in managing their taxes, we have remained resilient. One of the key highlights of our financial performance is the increase in our gross profit margin, which rose to 52.0% for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to 50.9% in the same period last year. This improvement reflects our successful shift toward higher-margin revenue streams, especially in software sales, which continue to grow as we cater to larger clients. As we move forward, we are also actively expanding into new business modules to strengthen our market position. We are exploring strategic acquisitions and partnerships, particularly in the technical services, which we believe will offer immense growth potential. These moves are aligned with our long-term vision. By leveraging our expertise and seizing these emerging opportunities, we are confident in our ability to drive sustainable growth and deliver greater value to our shareholders.”

First Half 2024 Financial Highlights

Revenue was $1.83 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024 compared to $2.95 million for the same period of last year.Gross profit was $0.95 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024 compared to $1.5 million for the same period of last year.Gross profit margin as a percentage of revenue increased to 52.0% for the six months ended June 30, 2024 from 50.9% for the same period of last year.Basic and diluted earnings per share was $0.01 for the six months ended June 30, 2024 compared to $0.05 for the same period of last year.

First Half 2024 Financial Results

Revenue

Total revenues were $1.83 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $2.95 million for the same period of last year.

Revenue generated from hardware sales was $0.75 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $1.31 million for the same period of last year. The hardware sales decrease was mainly due to the decrease in our customers’ demands affected by the sluggish economic environment.Revenue generated from CIS software sales was $0.82 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, increased by 6.1% from $0.78 million for the same period of last year. CIS software sales increased mainly due to the increase in software sales to large customers.Revenue generated from tax devices and services was $0.26 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $0.86 million for the same period of last year. Tax devices and service sales decreased due to new policies that Xiamen tax authorities implemented the use of electronic invoices system to replace the prior tax control system.

Gross Profit and Gross Margin

Gross profit was $0.95 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024 compared to $1.5 million for the same period of last year.

Gross profit margin as a percentage of revenue increased to 52.0% for the six months ended June 30, 2024 from 50.9% for the same period of last year. This was mainly due to the increase of software sales, which has a relatively high gross profit margin compared with other revenue streams.

Operating Expenses

Operating expenses were $0.99 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, decreased by 8.0% from $1.08 million for the same period of last year.

Selling expenses were $9,844 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, increased by 2,928.9% from $325 for the same period of last year. Selling expenses were 0.5% of total revenues for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 0.01% of total revenues in the comparable period of 2023. The increase results from marketing activities to attract new purchases from new and existing customers.General and administrative expenses were $1.32 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, increased by 32.7% from $0.99 million for the same period of last year. The increase was mainly due to the increase in consulting fees for financing.

Operating loss was $0.37 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024 compared to operating income of $0.51 million for the comparable period of 2023. The decrease in operating income in 2024 was primarily due to the decrease in revenue and increase of general and administrative expenses.

Other Income

Other income was $0.66 million and $0.44 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively. The increase was primarily due to the increase in interest income from loan receivables and increase of net investment income.

Net Income

As a result of the factors described above, net income was $0.12 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $0.62 million for the comparable period of 2023.

Basic and Diluted Earnings per Share

Basic and diluted earnings per share was $0.01 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $0.05 for the same period of last year.

Balance Sheet

As of June 30, 2024, the Company had cash of $7.22 million, compared to $9.31 million as of December 31, 2023.

Cash Flow

Net cash provided by operating activities was $0.75 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $0.20 million for the same period of last year.

Net cash used in investing activities was $11.03 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $11.00 million for the same period of last year.

Net cash provided by financing activities was $8.20 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to $15.14 million for the same period of last year.

About Hitek Global Inc.

Hitek Global Inc., headquartered in Xiamen, China, is an information technology (“IT”) consulting and solutions service provider in China. The Company has two lines of business: 1) services to small and medium businesses, which consists of Anti-Counterfeiting Tax Control System (“ACTCS”) tax devices, ACTCS services, and IT services, and 2) services to large businesses, which consists of hardware sales and software sales. The Company’s vision is to become a one-stop consulting destination for holistic IT and other business consulting services in China. For more information, visit the Company’s website at http://ir.xmhitek.com/.

Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “continue,” “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company’s registration statement and in its other filings with the SEC.

For investor and media inquiries please contact:

Hitek Global Inc.
Investor Relations Department
Email: ir@xmhitek.com

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UBHOME Collaborates with Qualcomm to Release the Smart Lawn Mower, Co-Creating a New Era of Smart Life

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The 2025 CES in the United States is about to unveil a brand-new chapter in the future intelligent home gardening

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — UBHOME, a sub-brand of UBTECH Robotics, announced an intelligent service robot in collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. The Robotic Mower M10 is a revolutionary smart lawn mower announced at the 2025 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in the United States. This product is powered by the Qualcomm® RB1 Robotics Platform, showcases UBHOME’s rich experience in robot research and development, and focuses on solving the pain points of traditional lawn-mowing equipment, providing users with a worry-free and labor-saving smart gardening experience, and creates a new model of gardening intelligence.

User-Oriented: The All-New Convenience Brought by the Smart Lawn Mower to Life

The Robotic Mower M10 is not only a high performance tool but also an upgrade of the smart lifestyle. In response to the pain points of users when using traditional lawn-mowing equipment, this product offers a series of practical functions, bringing brand-new convenience to home gardening:

Wireless and Borderless Mowing: There is no need for cumbersome boundary wire installation anymore. The device relies on accurate environmental perception and navigation technology to independently plan the work area, allowing users to use it right out of the box, saving installation time and energy.

Automatic Mowing, Saving Time and Effort: The device can automatically complete the lawn mowing work according to the preset schedule or real-time instructions, enabling users to manage the lawn care through delegation to the mower.

Wide Coverage and Stable Signal: It supports a large-scale signal connection of up to 130,000 square meters. Even for extremely large courtyards, stable operation can be ensured, and there is no need to worry about signal loss.

Real-time Online, in-control Anytime: Through APP remote control and real-time monitoring, users can adjust the mowing plan or check the device status at any time, managing the courtyard work as they like.

The combination of these functions not only greatly simplifies the complexity of mowing work but also liberates users from repetitive physical labor, allowing them to focus on enjoying the wonderful moments of life.

UBHOME: In-depth Layout in Smart Home

UBHOME is a brand under UBTECH Robotics that focuses on providing smart solutions for families. As a world-leading robot enterprise, UBTECH, with its strong R&D strength and technological accumulation, has successfully launched Walker, China’s first commercial bipedal human-sized humanoid robot. The launch of the Robotic Mower M10 by UBHOME this time is an important step in its layout in the smart home field.

Relying on UBTECH’s technological accumulation in robots and its in-depth understanding of user needs, the Robotic Mower M10 achieves the best mowing effect through environmental recognition and dynamic adjustment. Whether it is complex terrain, steep slopes, or high requirements for fine mowing, it can perform perfectly, demonstrating its excellent technical capabilities and brand commitment.

Powered by Qualcomm Technologies, Facilitating Intelligent Upgrading

As a global leader in wireless technology and edge intelligence, Qualcomm Technologies provides cutting-edge technical support for the Robotic Mower M10, including intelligent edge computing platforms, dynamic path planning, and environmental perception technologies. These technologies ensure that the device can operate efficiently in various environments, providing users with a precise and efficient smart experience. The Robotic Mower M10 utilizes the Qualcomm RB1 Robotics Platform to ensure the superior operation of the Robotic Mower M10 in large-scale courtyards, laying a solid foundation for realizing smart life.

Industry Significance and Trend: Promoting the Development of Gardening Intelligence

With the continuous increase in the demand for home intelligence, the market for smart gardening equipment is in a period of rapid development. As a typical representative of this trend, the smart lawn mower not only meets consumers’ pursuit of a convenient lifestyle but also provides a direction for the transformation of the gardening industry from tool manufacturing to smart services.

The product released by UBHOME not only fills the gap in the high-performance lawn-mowing equipment market but also sets a new industry benchmark. Through the multiple advantages of wireless, real-time connection, and fully automated operation, it endows home gardening with new value, making users no longer regard mowing as a burden but feel the convenience and fun brought by technology.

Innovation Hand in Hand, Co-creating Smart Life

The collaboration between UBHOME and Qualcomm Technologies showcases a strong collaboration of technology and innovation. Both parties are committed to bringing more convenient and efficient life experiences to consumers through technological innovation.

At the 2025 CES, UBHOME and Qualcomm Technologies will showcase the innovative functions and application scenarios of this Robotic Mower M10.

About UBHOME 

UBHOME is a brand under UBTECH Robotics, focusing on providing smart solutions for families. UBTECH is a world-leading robot enterprise dedicated to the research and development and application of artificial intelligence and robot technology and has successfully served more than 900 enterprise-level customers in more than 50 countries around the world.

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UBHOME Brand Team: mbu-sales@ubtrobot.com 

Qualcomm is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. Qualcomm branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.  

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Global Launch of JETOUR T2 i-DM: Reshaping the Hybrid SUV Market

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DOHA, Qatar, Dec. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On December 25, 2024, the First JETOUR Fan’s Festival and the Launch of T2 i-DM was held in Qatar, themed “Think Future”. During the event, JETOUR launched its user brand “Traveler” in the Middle East and its first hybrid model, JETOUR T2 i-DM. The launch event highlights JETOUR’s commitment to exploring sustainable travel modes and ambition to become the “The World’s Leading Brand in Hybrid Off-road Vehicles” under the “Travel+” strategy.

JETOUR T2 i-DM not only inherits the strengths of T2 series, but also achieves high energy efficiency, high performance, high safety, and high intelligence with its advanced hybrid technology, i-DM. With a maximum combined power of 280kW and torque of 610N•m, T2 i-DM boasts a NEDC pure electric range of 139km and an overall range exceeding 1,000km at just 0.8L/100km, addressing range anxiety and promoting green travel.

Mr. Dai Lihong, executive vice president of JETOUR Auto, emphasized technology’s role in producing world-class products. The launch also introduced “Traveler”, enriching user experience through diverse products and superior performance. This year, JETOUR has ranked third in sales across the Qatari auto market. The Fan’s Festival invited user representatives from across the Middle East to witness the unveiling of “Traveler”, experiencing “Travel+” culture through city tours and co-creation workshops.

JETOUR prioritizes users, listening to their needs and co-creating products, brand, and lifestyle. Through “Traveler,” JETOUR aims to provide richer travel experiences and benefits globally, leveraging the platform to spread the “Travel+” culture worldwide. Mr. Alex Tan, Vice President of JETOUR International, said, “Serving ‘JETOUR users’ and being ‘a user-oriented JETOUR’ are JETOUR’s development philosophy. JETOUR will continue to build a travel community centered around users, cars, and lifestyles, sharing the joy of traveling together with users.”

JETOUR also partnered with Diamond League to promote athletics in Qatar and the Middle East, embodying JETOUR Speed and the brand’s image of breakthroughs and innovations. With T2 selling over 150,000 units globally, T2 i-DM will continue its success to meet customers’ needs and reshape the hybrid SUV market.

The launch of T2 i-DM marks JETOUR’s new journey towards “the World’s Leading Brand in Hybrid Off-road Vehicles.” JETOUR plans to introduce more hybrid and off-road models, providing customers with eco-friendly and diversified travel choices. With its innovative spirit and user-oriented philosophy, JETOUR will lead the global automotive industry towards a more sustainable and smarter future.

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My Date with Rural China—-VOC.com.cn Unveils Season Two of I Am in Rural China

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CHANGSHA, China, Dec. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Modern China’s rural revitalization strategy is crafting a remarkable narrative of transformation across the countryside, while progressive opening-up policies encourage foreign visitors to delve deeper into the nation’s heartland. On December 26th, VOC.com.cn premiered the second season of its acclaimed series, I Am in Rural China. The show follows Teona Kvartskhava, an international guest, as she explores the villages of Hunan Province, offering viewers a firsthand look at the dynamic implementation of comprehensive rural revitalization. This captivating series invites a global audience to witness the dawn of a new era in China’s rural landscapes, showcasing the country’s evolving countryside to viewers worldwide.

Rice field came as the first surprise. Hunan is the largest rice grower and producer in China. Hunan provides the high-quality and tasty rice. Teona Kvartskhava, a foreigner hardly feeding on rice, was tempted to have plenty of it. In Qunle Village, Lixian County, Changde, she also experienced “Double Rush”, which is a time-honored agricultural event in China. An event that used to call for the joint efforts of all family members, has now become much easier thanks to technology.

Departing from Lixian County for the moment, Teona Kvartskhava embarked on an exciting trip of tastes in Rucheng, Chenzhou, Southern Hunan. Hunan people are keen and expert on peppery food and spicy taste dominates the Hunan cuisine. Hunan is also rich in varieties of peppers. Jingpo town, a well-known town where spicy food prevails. It is a producer of red cluster pepper, officially one of the hottest peppers in China. From the crowded market, to the red and yellow pepper planting base, and then to the modern processing pepper workshop, the small cluster pepper strung up all corners of the town, so that the original ordinary mountain town has become extraordinarily lively and affluent.

Of course, the “star” of the countryside here is not only agriculture, but also culture, which has also blossomed in this ancient land. As the birthplace of papermaking, China has preserved a unique handmade papermaking technique, which is used to make some “special” papers. In Shanghong Village, Liuyang, Teona Kvartskhava was lucky to meet two Chinese masters, who showed her hands-on experiences of “Gushan Tribute Paper” and “Floral Paper”. As the process progresses, the paper took shape in her hands, as if history and culture were meeting in front of her eyes, and became the “first paper” in Teona Kvartskhava’s life.

So,What’s rural China like? It’s about hospitable peasants, about various agricultural produce, about profound history and culture, about colorful intangible cultural heritage. It’s like a book telling numerous absorbing stories. Hopefully Teona Kvartskhava’ll be luckier to visit more villages for their unique interest and charm.

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