JinkoSolar Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results

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We continue to phase out outdated production capacity while further enhancing our global manufacturing capabilities.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 Wang

JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.

Tel: +86 21-5180-8777 ext.7806

Email: [email protected]

Mr. Rene Vanguestaine

Christensen

Tel: +86 178 1749 0483

Email: [email protected]

In the U.S.:

Ms. Linda Bergkamp

Christensen, Scottsdale, Arizona

Tel: +1-480-614-3004

Email: [email protected]