UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
(Mark One)
T | | QUARTERLY REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended August 31, 2008 |
¨ | | TRANSITION REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from _______ to _______ |
Commission file number: 333-118259
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
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(Exact name of small business issuer as specified in its charter) |
Delaware | 54-2142880 |
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) | (IRS Employer identification No.) |
1 HUTAN STREET, ZHONGSHAN DISTRICT
DALIAN, PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
(Address of principal executive offices)
(86411) 8289-7752
(Issuer's telephone number, including area code)
Indicate by check mark whether the issuer (1) filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act during the past 12 months (or for such shorter period that the Registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes T No □
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filer Accelerated filer
Non-accelerated filer (Do not check if a smaller reporting company) Smaller reporting company T
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.): Yes □ No T
APPLICABLE ONLY TO ISSUERS INVOLVED IN BANKRUPTCY
PROCEEDINGS DURING THE PRECEDING FIVE YEARS:
Check whether the registrant filed all documents and reports required to be filed by Section l2, 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act after the distribution of securities under a plan confirmed by a court. Yes □ No □
APPLICABLE ONLY TO CORPORATE ISSUERS:
State the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer's classes of common equity, as of the latest practicable date: 53,422,971 shares of common stock, $.001 par value, were outstanding as of October 14, 2008.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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| PART I | |
Item 1. | Financial Statements | 3 |
Item 2. | Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operation | 4 |
Item 3. | Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk | 9 |
Item 4T. | Controls and Procedures | 9 |
| PART II | |
Item 1. | Legal Proceedings | 11 |
Item 1A. | Risk Factors | 11 |
Item 2. | Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds | 11 |
Item 3. | Defaults Upon Senior Securities | 11 |
Item 4. | Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders | 11 |
Item 5. | Other Information | 11 |
Item 6. | Exhibits | 11 |
SIGNATURES | 12 |
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PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1. Financial Statements.
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
INDEX TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(UNAUDITED)
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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as of August 31, 2008 and May 31, 2008 | | F-2 |
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income for the three months ended August 31, 2008 and 2007 | | F-3 |
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the three months ended August 31, 2008 and 2007 | | F-4 |
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity for the three months ended August 31, 2008 and 2007 | | F-5 |
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Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements | | F-6 to F-17 |
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CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
AS OF AUGUST 31, 2008 AND MAY 31, 2008
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”), except for number of shares)
(unaudited)
| | August 31, 2008 | | | May 31, 2008 | |
| | (unaudited) | | | (audited) | |
ASSETS | | | | | | |
Current assets: | | | | | | |
Cash and cash equivalents | | $ | 11,089,007 | | | $ | 3,879,114 | |
Accounts receivable | | | 1,097,151 | | | | 1,302,176 | |
Inventories | | | 2,299,209 | | | | 4,705,189 | |
Value-added tax receivable | | | - | | | | 447,346 | |
Deposits and prepayments | | | 535,655 | | | | 73,235 | |
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Total current assets | | | 15,021,022 | | | | 10,407,060 | |
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Property, plant and equipment, net | | | 14,665,048 | | | | 14,598,684 | |
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TOTAL ASSETS | | $ | 29,686,070 | | | $ | 25,005,744 | |
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY | | | | | | | | |
Current liabilities: | | | | | | | | |
Accounts payable, trade | | $ | 978,788 | | | $ | 733,490 | |
Customers deposit | | | 598,703 | | | | 338 | |
Value-added tax payable | | | 170,406 | | | | - | |
Income tax payable | | | 1,840,448 | | | | 980,027 | |
Other payables and accrued liabilities | | | 478,448 | | | | 448,556 | |
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Total liabilities | | | 4,066,793 | | | | 2,162,411 | |
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Commitments and contingencies | | | | | | | | |
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Stockholders’ equity: | | | | | | | | |
Convertible preferred stock, $0.001 par value; 2,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued and outstanding as of August 31, 2008 and May 31, 2008 | | | - | | | | - | |
Common stock, $0.001 par value; 100,000,000 shares authorized; 53,422,971 shares and 53,422,971 shares issued and outstanding as of August 31, 2008 and May 31, 2008 | | | 53,423 | | | | 53,423 | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 9,585,204 | | | | 9,585,204 | |
Accumulated other comprehensive income | | | 2,975,345 | | | | 2,588,188 | |
Statutory reserve | | | 899,819 | | | | 899,819 | |
Retained earnings | | | 12,105,486 | | | | 9,716,699 | |
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Total stockholders’ equity | | | 25,619,277 | | | | 22,843,333 | |
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TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY | | $ | 29,686,070 | | | $ | 25,005,744 | |
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF
OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 AND 2007
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”), except for number of shares)
(unaudited)
| | Three months ended August 31, | |
| | 2008 | | | 2007 | |
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Revenues, net | | $ | 10,986,891 | | | $ | 3,735,837 | |
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Cost of revenue (inclusive of depreciation) | | | 6,834,309 | | | | 2,484,194 | |
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Gross profit | | | 4,152,582 | | | | 1,251,643 | |
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OPERATING EXPENSES: | | | | | | | | |
Sales and marketing | | | 369,681 | | | | 7,072 | |
Research and development | | | 24,641 | | | | 24,873 | |
Depreciation | | | 63,793 | | | | 61,719 | |
General and administrative | | | 475,306 | | | | 171,162 | |
Total operating expenses | | | 933,421 | | | | 264,826 | |
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INCOME FROM OPERATIONS | | | 3,219,161 | | | | 986,817 | |
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Other income: | | | | | | | | |
Interest income | | | 8,011 | | | | - | |
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INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES | | | 3,227,172 | | | | 986,817 | |
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Income tax expenses | | | (838,385 | ) | | | (343,624 | ) |
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NET INCOME | | $ | 2,388,787 | | | $ | 643,193 | |
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Other comprehensive income: | | | | | | | | |
- Foreign currency translation gain | | | 387,157 | | | | 664,209 | |
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COMPREHENSIVE INCOME | | $ | 2,775,944 | | | $ | 1,307,402 | |
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Net income per share – basic and diluted | | $ | 0.04 | | | $ | 0.01 | |
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Weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period – basic and diluted | | | 53,422,971 | | | | 53,422,971 | |
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 AND 2007
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”))
(unaudited)
| | Three months ended August 31, | |
| | 2008 | | | 2007 | |
Cash flows from operating activities: | | | | | | |
Net income | | $ | 2,388,787 | | | $ | 643,193 | |
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: | | | | | | | | |
Depreciation | | | 165,331 | | | | 92,697 | |
Change in operating assets and liabilities: | | | | | | | | |
Accounts receivable, trade | | | 223,770 | | | | 173,593 | |
Inventories | | | 2,460,702 | | | | (809 | ) |
Deposits and prepayments | | | (457,664 | ) | | | (426,870 | ) |
Accounts payable, trade | | | 231,921 | | | | (322,254 | ) |
Customers deposits | | | 593,685 | | | | (686,467 | ) |
Value-added tax payable | | | 619,916 | | | | 551,040 | |
Income tax payable | | | 838,385 | | | | 343,624 | |
Other payables and accrued liabilities | | | 25,436 | | | | 293,570 | |
Net cash provided by operating activities | | | 7,090,269 | | | | 661,317 | |
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Cash flows from investing activities: | | | | | | | | |
Purchase of property, plant and equipment | | | (3,068 | ) | | | - | |
Net cash used in investing activities | | | (3,068 | ) | | | - | |
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Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents | | | 122,692 | | | | 7,459 | |
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NET CHANGE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS | | | 7,209,893 | | | | 668,776 | |
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CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, BEGINNING OF PERIOD | | | 3,879,114 | | | | 813,163 | |
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CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, END OF PERIOD | | $ | 11,089,007 | | | $ | 1,481,939 | |
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SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION: | | | | | |
Cash paid for income taxes | | $ | - | | | $ | - | |
Cash paid for interest expenses | | $ | - | | | $ | - | |
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See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 AND 2007
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”), except for number of shares)
(unaudited)
| Convertible preferred stock | | | Common stock | | | Additional | | | Accumulated other comprehensive | | | Statutory | | | Retained | | | Total stockholders’ | |
| No. of share | | | Amount | | | No. of share | | | Amount | | | paid-in capital | | | income | | | reserve | | | earnings | | | equity | |
Balance as of June 1, 2007 | | - | | | $ | - | | | | 53,422,971 | | | $ | 53,423 | | | $ | 9,585,204 | | | $ | 225,808 | | | $ | - | | | $ | 3,876,392 | | | $ | 13,740,827 | |
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Net income for the period | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | 643,193 | | | | 643,193 | |
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Foreign currency translation adjustment | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | 664,209 | | | | - | | | | - | | | | 664,209 | |
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Balance as of August 31, 2007 | | - | | | $ | - | | | | 53,422,971 | | | $ | 53,423 | | | $ | 9,585,204 | | | $ | 890,017 | | | $ | - | | | $ | 4,519,585 | | | $ | 15,048,229 | |
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Balance as of May 31, 2008 | | - | | | $ | - | | | | 53,422,971 | | | $ | 53,423 | | | $ | 9,585,204 | | | $ | 2,588,188 | | | $ | 899,819 | | | $ | 9,716,699 | | | $ | 22,843,333 | |
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Net income for the period | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | 2,388,787 | | | | 2,388,787 | |
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Foreign currency translation adjustment | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | - | | | | 387,157 | | | | - | | | | - | | | | 387,157 | |
Balance as of August 31, 2008 | | - | | | $ | - | | | | 53,422,971 | | | $ | 53,423 | | | $ | 9,585,204 | | | $ | 2,975,345 | | | $ | 899,819 | | | $ | 12,105,486 | | | $ | 25,619,277 | |
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 AND 2007
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”))
(unaudited)
NOTE-1 | BASIS OF PRESENTATION |
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared by management in accordance with both accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”), and the instructions to Form 10-Q and Rule 10-01 of Regulation S-X. Certain information and note disclosures normally included in audited financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles have been condensed or omitted pursuant to those rules and regulations, although the Company believes that the disclosures made are adequate to make the information not misleading.
In the opinion of management, the condensed balance sheet as of May 31, 2008 which has been derived from audited financial statements and these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all normal and recurring adjustments considered necessary to state fairly the results for the periods presented. The results for the period ended August 31, 2008 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the entire fiscal year ended May 31, 2009 or for any future period.
These unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements and notes thereto should be read in conjunction with the Management’s Discussion and the audited financial statements and notes thereto included in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended May 31, 2008.
NOTE-2 ORGANIZATION AND BUSINESS BACKGROUND
China Sun Group High-Tech Co. (the “Company” or “CSGH”) was organized under the laws of the State of North Carolina on February 2, 2004 as a subchapter S-Corporation. On August 24, 2007, the Company was reincorporated in the State of Delaware and changed its name from “Capital Resource Funding, Inc.” to “China Sun Group High-Tech Co.”
The Company, through its operating subsidiaries in the PRC, mainly engages in the production and sales of cobaltosic oxide and lithium cobalt oxide, both anode materials used in lithium ion rechargeable batteries in the PRC. The operation activity was commenced from April 2006.
Respectively, on September 6, 2006 and May 30, 2008, CSGH entered a stock exchange transaction with Da Lian Xin Yang High-Tech Development Co., Ltd (“DLX”), whereby 40,000,000 new shares of common stock of CSGH pursuant to Regulation S under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, were issued to the owners of DLX in exchange for 100% equity interest in DLX. The stock exchange transaction was effectively completed on February 28, 2007. DLX was incorporated as a limited liability company in the People’s Republic of China (“PRC”) on August 8, 2000 with its principal place of business in Da Lian City, Liaoning Province, the PRC. Upon the completion of this option exercise transaction, DLX became a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company.
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 AND 2007
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”))
(unaudited)
These two consecutive stock exchange transactions have been accounted for as a reverse acquisition and recapitalization of the Company whereby DLX is deemed to be the accounting acquirer (legal acquiree) and the Company to be the accounting acquiree (legal acquirer). The accompanying consolidated financial statements are in substance those of DLX, with the assets and liabilities, and revenues and expenses, of the Company being included effective from the date of stock exchange transaction. The Company is deemed to be a continuation of the business of DLX.
CSGH and its subsidiaries are hereinafter referred to as (the “Company”).
NOTE-3 SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements reflect the application of certain significant accounting policies as described in this note and elsewhere in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements and notes.
In preparing these consolidated financial statements, management makes estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities in the balance sheets and revenues and expenses during the period reported. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements include the financial statements of CSGH and its subsidiaries.
All significant inter-company balances and transactions among CSGH and its subsidiaries have been eliminated upon consolidation.
Revenue is recognized when products are delivered to customers. Provisions for discounts and rebates to customers, estimated returns and allowances, and other adjustments are provided for in the same period the related sales are recorded. In instances where products are configured to customer requirements, revenue is recorded upon the successful completion of the Company’s final test procedures and the customer’s acceptance.
Revenue represents the invoiced value of goods, net of a value-added tax (VAT). All of the Company's products that are sold in the PRC are subject to subject to VAT which is levied at the rate of 17% on the invoiced value of sales. Output VAT is borne by customers in addition to the invoiced value of sales and input VAT is borne by the Company in addition to the invoiced value of purchases to the extent not refunded for export sales.
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 AND 2007
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”))
(unaudited)
Cost of revenue primarily includes the purchase of raw materials, direct labor and manufacturing overhead.
l | Cash and cash equivalents |
Cash and cash equivalents are carried at cost and represent cash on hand, demand deposits placed with banks or other financial institutions and all highly liquid investments with an original maturity of three months or less as of the purchase date of such investments.
Accounts receivable are recorded at the invoiced amount and do not bear interest. The Company extends unsecured credit to its customers in the ordinary course of business but mitigates the associated risks by performing credit checks and actively pursuing past due accounts. An allowance for doubtful accounts is established and determined based on managements’ assessment of known requirements, aging of receivables, payment history, the customers’ current credit worthiness and the economic environment.
Inventories include material, labor and manufacturing overhead and are stated at lower of cost or market value, cost being determined on a weighted average method. The Company periodically reviews historical sales activity to determine excess, slow moving items and potentially obsolete items and also evaluates the impact of any anticipated changes in future demand. The Company provides inventory allowances based on excess and obsolete inventories determined principally by customer demand. As of August 31, 2008, the Company did not record an allowance for obsolete inventories, nor have there been any write-offs.
l | Property, plant and equipment |
Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Depreciation is calculated on the straight-line basis over the following expected useful lives from the date on which they become fully operational and after taking into account their estimated residual values:
| Depreciable life | | Residual value |
Building | 40 years | | 5% |
Land and Plant and machinery | 5-40 years | | 5% |
Office equipment | 5 years | | 5% |
Motor vehicle | 5 years | | 5% |
Expenditure for repairs and maintenance is expensed as incurred. When assets have retired or sold, the cost and related accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts and any resulting gain or loss is recognized in the results of operations.
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 AND 2007
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”))
(unaudited)
l | Valuation of long-lived assets |
Long-lived assets primarily include property, plant and equipment. In accordance with SFAS No. 144, “Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets,” the Company periodically reviews long-lived assets for impairment whenever events or changes in business circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of the assets may not be fully recoverable or that the useful lives are no longer appropriate. Each impairment test is based on a comparison of the undiscounted cash flows to the recorded value of the asset. If an impairment is indicated, the asset is written down to its estimated fair value based on a discounted cash flow analysis. Determining the fair value of long-lived assets includes significant judgment by management, and different judgments could yield different results. There has been no impairment as of August 31, 2008.
SFAS No. 130, “Reporting Comprehensive Income” establishes standards for reporting and display of comprehensive income, its components and accumulated balances. Comprehensive income as defined includes all changes in equity during the period from non-owner sources. Accumulated comprehensive income consists of changes in unrealized gains and losses on foreign currency translation. This comprehensive income is not included in the computation of income tax expense or benefit.
The Company accounts for income tax using SFAS No. 109 “Accounting for Income Taxes,” which requires the asset and liability approach for financial accounting and reporting for income taxes. Under this approach, deferred income taxes are provided for the estimated future tax effects attributable to temporary differences between financial statement carrying amounts of assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases, and for the expected future tax benefits from loss carry-forwards and provisions, if any. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the enacted tax rates expected in the periods of recovery or reversal and the effect from a change in tax rates is recognized in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income in the period of enactment. A valuation allowance is provided to reduce the amount of deferred tax assets if it is considered more likely than not that some portion of, or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized.
The Company also adopts the provisions of the Financial Accounting Standards Interpretation No. 48, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes” (“FIN 48”). FIN 48 prescribes a recognition threshold and measurement process for recording in the financial statements uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. FIN 48 also provides guidance on de-recognition, classification, interest and penalties, accounting in interim periods, disclosures and transitions. The adoption of FIN 48 did not have a significant impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
The Company conducts its major business in the PRC and is subject to tax in this jurisdiction. As a result of its business activities, the Company files tax returns that are subject to examination by the foreign tax authorities.
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 AND 2007
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”))
(unaudited)
The Company calculates net income per share in accordance with SFAS No. 128, “Earnings per Share.” Basic income per share is computed by dividing the net income by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted income per share is computed similar to basic income per share except that the denominator is increased to include the number of additional common shares that would have been outstanding if the potential common stock equivalents had been issued and if the additional common shares were dilutive.
l | Foreign currencies translation |
Transactions denominated in currencies other than the functional currency are translated into the functional currency at the exchange rates prevailing at the dates of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in currencies other than the functional currency are translated into the functional currency using the applicable exchange rates at the balance sheet dates. The resulting exchange differences are recorded in the condensed consolidated statement of operations.
The reporting currency of the Company is the United States dollar (“US$”). The Company's subsidiaries in the PRC, maintain their books and records in its local currency, Renminbi Yuan (“RMB”), which is functional currency as being the primary currency of the economic environment in which these entities operate.
In general, for consolidation purposes, assets and liabilities of its subsidiaries whose functional currency is not the US$ are translated into US$, in accordance with SFAS No. 52 “Foreign Currency Translation”, using the exchange rate on the balance sheet date. Revenues and expenses are translated at average rates prevailing during the period. The gains and losses resulting from translation of financial statements of foreign subsidiaries are recorded as a separate component of accumulated other comprehensive income within the statement of stockholders’ equity.
Translation of amounts from RMB into US$ has been made at the following exchange rates for the respective period:
| | 2008 | | | 2007 | |
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Months end RMB: US$ exchange rate | | | 6.8452 | | | | 7.5725 | |
Average monthly RMB: US$ exchange rate | | | 6.8991 | | | | 7.5968 | |
Parties, which can be a corporation or individual, are considered to be related if the Company has the ability, directly or indirectly, to control the other party or exercise significant influence over the other party in making financial and operating decisions. Companies are also considered to be related if they are subject to common control or common significant influence.
SFAS No. 131 “Disclosures about Segments of an Enterprise and Related Information” establishes standards for reporting information about operating segments on a basis consistent with the Company’s internal organization structure as well as information about geographical areas, business segments and major customers in the financial statements. The Company operates one reportable business segment.
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 AND 2007
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”))
(unaudited)
l | Fair value of financial instruments |
The Company values its financial instruments as required by SFAS No. 107, “Disclosures about Fair Value of Financial Instruments.” The estimated fair value amounts have been determined by the Company, using available market information and appropriate valuation methodologies. The estimates presented herein are not necessarily indicative of amounts that the Company could realize in a current market exchange.
The Company’s financial instruments primarily include cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, deposits and prepayments, accounts payable, customers deposit, other payables and accrued liabilities, VAT payable and income tax payable.
As of the balance sheet date, the estimated fair values of financial instruments were not materially different from their carrying values as presented due to short maturities of these instruments.
l | Recent accounting pronouncements |
The Company has reviewed all recently issued, but not yet effective, accounting pronouncements and do not believe the future adoption of any such pronouncements may be expected to cause a material impact on its financial condition or the results of its operations.
In May, 2008, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued SFAS No. 162, "The Hierarchy of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles," ("SFAS No. 162"). SFAS No. 162 identifies the sources of accounting principles and the framework for selecting the principles used in the preparation of financial statements of nongovernmental entities that are presented in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in the United States (the GAAP hierarchy). SFAS No. 162 will be effective 60 days following the SEC's approval of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board's amendments to AU Section 411, "The Meaning of Present Fairly in Conformity With Generally Accepted Accounting Principles." The FASB has stated that it does not expect SFAS No. 162 will result in a change in current practice. The application of SFAS No. 162 will have no effect on the Company's financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
Also in May 2008, the FASB issued SFAS No. 163, "Accounting for Financial Guarantee Insurance Contracts--an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 60" ("SFAS No. 163"). SFAS No. 163 interprets Statement 60 and amends existing accounting pronouncements to clarify their application to the financial guarantee insurance contracts included within the scope of that Statement. SFAS No. 163 is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2008, and all interim periods within those fiscal years. As such, the Company is required to adopt these provisions at the beginning of the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of SFAS No. 163 on its financial statements but does not expect it to have an effect on the Company's financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 AND 2007
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”))
(unaudited)
In June 2008, the FASB ratified EITF No. 07-5, "Determining Whether an Instrument (or an Embedded Feature) is Indexed to an Entity's Own Stock" ("EITF 07-5"). EITF 07-5 provides that an entity should use a two-step approach to evaluate whether an equity-linked financial instrument (or embedded feature) is indexed to its own stock, including evaluating the instrument's contingent exercise and settlement provisions. EITF 07-5 is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2008. Early application is not permitted. The Company is assessing the potential impact of this EITF 07-5 on the financial condition and results of operations.
NOTE-4 ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE, NET
The majority of the Company’s sales are on open credit terms and in accordance with terms specified in the contracts governing the relevant transactions. The Company evaluates the need of an allowance for doubtful accounts based on specifically identified amounts that management believes to be uncollectible. If actual collections experience changes, revisions to the allowance may be required. Based upon the aforementioned criteria, the Company has determined that no allowance for doubtful accounts is provided for the three months period ended August 31, 2008.
NOTE-5 PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT, NET
Property, plant and equipment, net consisted of:
| | As of | |
| | August 31, 2008 | | | May 31, 2008 | |
| | (unaudited) | | | (audited) | |
| | | | | | |
Building | | $ | 7,270,098 | | | $ | 6,308,373 | |
Land and Plant and machinery | | | 8,242,702 | | | | 7,358,776 | |
Office equipment | | | 185,639 | | | | 159,109 | |
Motor vehicle | | | 39,434 | | | | 34,816 | |
Foreign translation difference | | | 248,821 | | | | 1,873,731 | |
| | | 15,986,694 | | | | 15,734,805 | |
Less: accumulated depreciation | | | (1,301,455 | ) | | | (1,029,552 | ) |
Less: foreign translation difference | | | (20,191 | ) | | | (106,569 | ) |
Property, plant and equipment, net | | $ | 14,665,048 | | | $ | 14,598,684 | |
Depreciation expenses for the three months ended August 31, 2008 and 2007 were $165,331 and $92,697 respectively.
NOTE-6 OTHER PAYABLES AND ACCRUED LIABILITIES
Other payables and accrued liabilities consisted of:
| | As of | |
| | August 31, 2008 | | | May 31, 2008 | |
| | (unaudited) | | | (audited) | |
| | | | | | |
Welfare payable | | $ | 229,986 | | | $ | 216,527 | |
Government levy payable | | | 6,201 | | | | - | |
Other payable | | | 182,000 | | | | 174,500 | |
Rental payable | | | 60,261 | | | | 57,529 | |
Other payables and accrued liabilities | | $ | 478,448 | | | $ | 448,556 | |
NOTE-7 INCOME TAXES
The Company is registered in the United States of America and has operations in two tax jurisdictions: the United States of America and the PRC. The operation in the United States of America has incurred net operating losses for income tax purposes. The Company generated substantially all of its net income from its PRC operations through DXL, its subsidiary and has recorded income tax expense for the three months ended August 31, 2008 and 2007.
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 AND 2007
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”))
(unaudited)
The components of income before income taxes and current taxes between the local and foreign operations are as follows:
| | Three months ended August 31, | |
| | 2008 | | | 2007 | |
| | | | | | |
Local | | $ | (127,016 | ) | | $ | (52,823 | ) |
Foreign | | | 3,354,188 | | | | 1,039,640 | |
Income before income taxes | | $ | 3,227,172 | | | $ | 986,817 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Local | | $ | - | | | | - | |
Foreign | | | 838,385 | | | | 343,624 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Current tax expenses | | $ | 838,385 | | | $ | 343,624 | |
United States of America
The Company is registered in the State of Delaware and is subject to the tax laws of the United States of America.
As of August 31, 2008, the operation in the United States of America incurred $838,331 of net operating losses available for federal tax purposes, which are available to offset future taxable income. The net operating loss carry forwards begin to expire in 2029, if unutilized. The Company has provided for a full valuation allowance for any future tax benefits from the net operating loss carryforwards as the management believes it is more likely than not that these assets will not be realized in the future.
The PRC
The Company’s PRC subsidiaries are subject to the Coporate Income Tax governed by the Income Tax Law of the People’s Republic of China, at a statutory rate of 25%.
On March 16, 2007, the National People’s Congress approved the Corporate Income Tax Law of the People’s Republic of China (the “New CIT Law”). The new CIT Law, among other things, imposes a unified income tax rate of 25% for both domestic and foreign invested enterprises with effect from January 1, 2008. DLX is entitled to the tax rate reduction from 33% to 25% that may impact the carrying value of deferred tax assets as a result of new tax rate.
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 AND 2007
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”))
(unaudited)
The reconciliation of income tax rate to the effective income tax rate based on income before income taxes from foreign operation for the three months ended August 31, 2008 and 2007 are as follows:
| | Three months ended August 31, | |
| | 2008 | | | 2007 | |
| | | | | | |
Income before income taxes | | $ | 3,354,188 | | | $ | 1,039,640 | |
Income tax rate | | | 25 | % | | | 33 | % |
| | | 838,547 | | | | 343,081 | |
Add: items not deductible (taxable) to taxes | | | | | | | | |
- Provision and accrued expenses | | | (162 | ) | | | 543 | |
Income tax expenses | | $ | 838,385 | | | $ | 343,624 | |
The following table sets forth the significant components of the aggregate net deferred tax assets of the Company as of August 31, 2008 and May 31, 2008:
| | August 31, 2008 | | | May 31, 2008 | |
Deferred tax assets: | | | | | | |
- Net operating loss carryforwards | | $ | 285,033 | | | $ | 211,024 | |
Less: valuation allowance | | | (285,033 | ) | | | (211,024 | ) |
Deferred tax assets | | $ | - | | | $ | - | |
As of August 31, 2008 and 2007, valuation allowance of $285,033 and $211,024 was provided to the deferred tax assets due to the uncertainty surrounding their realization.
NOTE-8 CONCENTRATIONS AND RISKS
The Company is exposed to the followings concentrations of risk:
(a) Major customers
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 AND 2007
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”))
(unaudited)
For the three months ended August 31, 2008, the customer who accounts for 10% or more of revenues of the Company are presented as follows:
| | Revenues | | | Percentage of revenues | | | Trade accounts receivable | |
Customer B | | $ | 7,239,841 | | | | 66 | % | | $ | 1,097,151 | |
Customer D | | | 2,613,066 | | | | 24 | % | | | - | |
Total: | | $ | 9,852,907 | | | | 90 | % | | $ | 1,097,151 | |
For the three months ended August 31, 2007, the customer who accounts for 10% or more of revenues of the Company are presented as follows:
| | Revenues | | | Percentage of revenues | | | Trade accounts receivable | |
Customer A | | $ | 2,056,669 | | | | 55 | % | | $ | 1,844,967 | |
Customer B | | | 1,182,216 | | | | 32 | % | | | 61,274 | |
Customer C | | | 409,517 | | | | 11 | % | | | - | |
Total: | | $ | 3,648,402 | | | | 98 | % | | $ | 1,906,241 | |
For the three months ended August 31, 2008 and 2007, 100% of the Company’s revenues were derived from customers located in the PRC.
For the three months ended August 31, 2008, the vendor who accounts for 10% or more of purchases of the Company are presented as follows:
| | Purchases | | | Percentage of purchases | | | Accounts payable | |
Vendor B | | $ | 2,171,834 | | | | 32 | % | | $ | - | |
Vendor C | | | 2,179,175 | | | | 32 | % | | | 978,788 | |
Total | | $ | 4,351,009 | | | | 64 | % | | $ | 978,788 | |
For the three months ended August 31, 2007, the vendor who accounts for 10% or more of purchases of the Company are presented as follows:
| | Purchase | | | Percentage of purchases | | | Accounts payable | |
Vendor A | | $ | 1,726,298 | | | | 93 | % | | $ | 276,472 | |
For the three months ended August 31, 2008 and 2007, 100% of the Company’s purchases were derived from vendors located in the PRC.
(c) Credit risk
Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to significant concentrations of credit risk consist principally of cash and trade accounts receivable. The Company performs ongoing credit evaluations of its customers' financial condition, but does not require collateral to support such receivables.
(d) Exchange rate risk
The reporting currency of the Company is US$, to date the majority of the revenues and costs are denominated in RMB and a significant portion of the assets and liabilities are denominated in RMB. As a result, the Company is exposed to foreign exchange risk as its revenues and results of operations may be affected by fluctuations in the exchange rate between US$ and RMB. If RMB depreciates against US$, the value of RMB revenues and assets as expressed in US$ financial statements will decline. The Company does not hold any derivative or other financial instruments that expose to substantial market risk.
CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 AND 2007
(Currency expressed in United States Dollars (“US$”))
(unaudited)
NOTE-9 | COMPARATIVE FIGURES |
Certain amounts in the prior periods presented have been reclassified to conform to the current period financial statement presentation.
NOTE-10 COMMITMENTS
The Company leases an office premise under a non-cancelable operating lease for a term of 10 years, due July 25, 2010. Costs incurred under this operating lease are recorded as rental expense and totaled approximately $1,812 and $1,592 for the three months ended August 31, 2008 and 2007.
Future minimum rental payments due under a non-cancelable operating lease are as follows:
Years ending August 31: | | | |
2009 | | $ | 7,248 | |
2010 | | | 6,643 | |
Total: | | $ | 13,891 | |
(b) Other commitments
(i) | On June 9, 2007, the Company’s subsidiary, DLX entered into an African Mining Project Contract of Cooperation (the “Purchase Agreement”) with Shengbao Group and South African Shengbao Mining Enterprises (“Shengbao”). Pursuant to the Purchase Agreement, DLX is obliged to purchase the prospecting and mining rights of a cobalt ore mine for a purchase price of $2 million over a term of 15 years. As of August 31, 2008, the Company had the capital commitment of $2 million in the purchase of the prospecting and mining rights which was contracted for but not provided in the financial statements. |
(ii) | On September 24, 2008, the Company’s subsidiary, DLX entered into two separate sales agreements with Shenzhen Haoran Battery Co., Ltd to supply with lithium cobalt oxide and lithium manganese oxide beginning from November 2008. |
Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis or Plan of Operation.
Cautionary Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
In this quarterly report, references to “China Sun Group,” “CSGH,” “the Company,” “we,” “us,” and “our” refer to China Sun Group High-Tech Co.
We make certain forward-looking statements in this report. Statements concerning our future operations, prospects, strategies, financial condition, future economic performance (including growth and earnings), demand for our services, and other statements of our plans, beliefs, or expectations, including the statements contained under the captions “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations,” “Business,” as well as captions elsewhere in this document, are forward-looking statements. In some cases these statements are identifiable through the use of words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “plan,” “project,” “target,” “can”, “could,” “may,” “should,” “will,” “would,” and similar expressions. We intend such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions contained in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) and in Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). The forward-looking statements we make are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to various assumptions, risks, and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those suggested by these forward-looking statements. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Indeed, it is likely that some of our assumptions will prove to be incorrect. Our actual results and financial position will vary from those projected or implied in the forward-looking statements and the variances may be material. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties, together with the other risks described from time to time in reports and documents that we file with the SEC should be considered in evaluating forward-looking statements.
The nature of our business makes predicting the future trends of our revenue, expenses, and net income difficult. Thus, our ability to predict results or the actual effect of our future plans or strategies is inherently uncertain. The risks and uncertainties involved in our business could affect the matters referred to in any forward-looking statements and it is possible that our actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results indicated in these forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements include, without limitation, the following:
· | the effect of political, economic, and market conditions and geopolitical events; |
· | legislative and regulatory changes that affect our business; |
· | the availability of funds and working capital; |
· | the actions and initiatives of current and potential competitors; |
· | investor sentiment; and |
We do not undertake any responsibility to publicly release any revisions to these forward-looking statements to take into account events or circumstances that occur after the date of this report. Additionally, we do not undertake any responsibility to update you on the occurrence of any unanticipated events which may cause actual results to differ from those expressed or implied by any forward-looking statements.
The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and the related notes thereto as filed with the SEC and other financial information contained elsewhere in this Report.
Overview
We were incorporated in North Carolina on February 2, 2004 and have since undergone a change in business. In February 2007, we acquired a 70% ownership interest in Da Lian Xin Yang High-Tech Development Co. Ltd. ("DLXY"), a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the People’s Republic of China, through a share exchange which was consummated on February 28, 2007. In August 2007, our shareholders approved our reincorporation in the State of Delaware and our name change from “Capital Resource Funding, Inc.” to “China Sun Group High-Tech Co.” Currently, our only operations are conducted through DLXY, which engages in the business of manufacturing and selling cobaltosic oxide products. These products are primarily manufactured, marketed, and sold in the People’s Republic of China.
Through DLXY, we produce anode materials used in lithium ion batteries. Lithium ion batteries continue to gain in popularity due to their versatility, high energy density and capacity, high voltage, compact size, light weight, and excellent energy retention characteristics. They are used in mobile phones, PDAs, laptops, and digital cameras, as well as electric automobiles and solar and wind energy storage units. DLXY primarily produces cobaltosic oxide and lithium cobalt oxide and also engages in the research and development of new technologies to be used in the lithium ion battery market.
According to the China Battery Industry Association, which conducts research of and puts forth reports on the battery industry, DLXY has the second largest cobalt series production capacity in the People’s Republic of China. Through its research and development group, DLXY owns a proprietary series of nanometer technology that supply state-of-the-art components for advanced lithium ion batteries. Leveraging its technological leadership in the People’s Republic of China, its high-quality product line and its scalable production capacity, we plan to create a fully integrated supply chain from the primary manufacturing of cobalt ore to finished products, which include lithium ion batteries.
DLXY provides a comprehensive selection of cobalt products such as battery cobalt carbonate, nano-level cobaltosic oxide, and high-crystallinity ball lithium cobalt oxide. DLXY also provides substitute products including lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) developed through our research and development efforts. DLXY’s two main products, however, are cobaltosic oxide (Co3O4) and lithium cobalt oxide (LiCoO2), which are manufactured in its production facilities that span 24,000 square meters. DLXY has 12 production lines, a research and development facility, and employee housing. Currently, 8 of the 12 productions lines are dedicated to manufacture of cobaltosic oxide, which aggregates to a production capacity of 1,500 tons per year. The remaining 4 production lines are dedicated to manufacturing lithium cobalt oxide, which aggregates to a capacity of 1000 tons per year.
Highlights from the Three Months Ended August 31, 2008
In the three months ended August 31, 2008, we made significant strides in our sales and manufacturing capabilities. Sales for the three months ended August 31, 2008 increased approximately 194% from the previous year. We operate largely on a “just-in-time” basis where demand exceeds supply. Accordingly, we often do not carry excess inventory.
Concurrent with strides in production and sales, we have also made substantial developments in our research and development endeavors. We have completed our testing and evaluation of our lithium cobalt oxide product and began taking and filling orders for it in the first quarter of 2008.
We have also completed commercial tests on our tri-component anode product (i.e. ternary anode material, composed of lithium cobalt dioxide, lithium manganate and lithium nickelate. This material is gradually replacing lithium cobalt oxide and can be applied as the main anodes of small-sized communication and power instruments, such as portable power tools, electronic apparatuses, laptops, and video cameras. It also has good prospects for application in electric autos and electric bicycles. We are currently looking for customers for this product.
Results of Operations
THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008 COMPARED TO THE THREE MONTHS ENDED AUGUST 31, 2008
Net Revenue
Net revenue for the three months ended August 31, 2008 was $10,986,891, an increase of $7,251,054 or 194% from $3,735,837 for the comparable period in 2007. The increase in revenue was primarily attributable to continuing customer demand for our products and accompanying increased sales volume.
Cost of Revenue
Cost of revenue for the three months ended August 31, 2008 was $6,834,309, an increase of $4,350,115 or 175% from $2,484,194 for the comparable period in 2007. The increase in cost of revenue was primarily attributable to increased production of our products which is in tandem with increased demand for them.
Gross Profit
Gross profit for the three months ended August 31, 2008 was $4,152,582, an increase of $2,900,939 or 231% from $1,251,643 for the comparable period in 2007. The increase in gross profit was primarily due to revenue generated by increased production and sales.
General and Administrative Expenses
General and administrative expenses for the three months ended August 31, 2008 were $475,306, an increase of $304,144 or 177% from $171,162 for the comparable period in 2007. The increase was primarily attributable to one-off repair and maintenance expenses for our office building.
Research and Development Expenses
Research and development expenses for the three months ended August 31, 2008 were $24,641, a decrease of $232 from $24,873 for the comparable period in 2007. No material change is noted.
Depreciation Expenses
Depreciation expenses for the three months ended August 31, 2008 were $63,793, an increase of $2,074 or 3% from $61,719 for the comparable period in 2007. The increase in our depreciation expenses is the addition of fixed assets in 2007.
Income From Operations
Income from operations for the three months ended August 31, 2008 was $3,219,161, an increase of $2,232,344 or 226% from $986,817 for the comparable period in 2007. The increase resulted primarily from increased customer demand for our products and consequently, increased sales.
Other Income
Interest income for the three months ended August 31, 2008 was $8,011. We had no interest income for the comparable period in 2007. The increase resulted primarily from interest income derived from cash in our bank accounts.
Income Taxes
Provision for income tax expenses was $838,385 for the three months ended August 31, 2008, an increase of $494,761 or 144% from $343,624 for the comparable period in 2007.
Foreign Currency Translation Gain
Foreign currency translation gain for the three months ended August 31, 2008 was $387,157, a decrease of $277,052 or 41% from $664,209 for the comparable period in 2007. The decreases resulted from the slowdown in appreciation of Renminbi Yuan against the U.S. dollar.
Net Income
Net income for the three months ended August 31, 2008 was $2,388,787, an increase of $1,745,594 or 271% from $643,193 for the comparable period in 2007. The increase resulted from the sales growth during the period.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Cash and Cash Equivalent
Our cash and cash equivalents were $3,879,114 at the beginning of the three months ended August 31, 2008 and increased to $11,089,007 by the end of such period, an increase of $7,209,893 or 186%. This net change in cash and cash equivalents represented an increase of 978% or $7,209,893 from $668,776 for the comparable period in 2007.
Net cash provided by operating activities
Net cash provided by our operating activities was $7,090,269 for the three months ended August 31, 2008, an increase of $6,428,952 or 972% as compared to net cash of $661,317 for the same period in 2007. This increase resulted primarily from positive cash flows from operations for the period ended August 31, 2008, due primarily to the growth in sales revenues with the decrease in accounts receivable by $223,770, the decrease in inventory by $ 2,460,702 and the increase in value-added tax payable by $619,916, income tax payable by $838,385, other payable and accrued liabilities by $25,436 and the increase in accounts payable by $231,921 and customer deposits by $593,685, partially offset by the increase in deposits and prepayments by $457,664 in this period
Net cash used in investing activities
Net cash used in investing activities was $3,068 for the three months ended August 31, 2008, an increase of $3,068 from $0 for the same period in 2007. The increase was primarily attributable to the purchase of office equipment.
Foreign currency translation adjustment
Foreign currency translation adjustment resulted in $122,692 for the three months ended August 31, 2008, an increase of $115,233 or 1545% compared to $7,459 for the same period in 2007.
Trends
Currently, many companies in the cobalt product industry are looking to directly own cobalt producing mines which will provide direct access and supply to cobalt ore, the primary raw material in the cobalt product industry. In June 2007, we acquired certain rights to a cobalt mine in Africa. This acquisition will help us avoid export limitations imposed by the Congo, reduce freight expenses, and help ensure a stable supply of cobalt ore.
We are not aware of any trends, events or uncertainties that have or are reasonably likely to have a material impact on our short-term or long-term liquidity.
Inflation
We believe that inflation has not had a material or significant impact on our revenue or our results of operations.
Material Commitments for Capital Expenditures
Currently, we obliged to purchase the prospecting and mining rights of a cobalt mine in Congo. We plan to start the construction of a processing plant in Congo in the second quarter of the 2009 fiscal year. We anticipate that the construction of the plant will cost approximately $2,000,000 to $3,000,000.
General
We believe that we currently have sufficient income generated from our operations to meet our operating and/or capital needs.
However, we will continue to evaluate various sources of capital to meet our growth requirements. Such sources will include debt financings, the issuance of equity securities, and entrance into other financing arrangements. There can be no assurance, however, that any of the contemplated financing arrangements described herein will be available and, if available, can be obtained on terms favorable to us.
Contractual Obligations and Commitments
We leased an office premise under a non-cancelable operating lease agreement for a period of eight years, due July 25, 2010. The annual lease payment is $6,792.
On June 9, 2007, our subsidiary, DLXY entered into an African Mining Project Contract of Cooperation (the “Purchase Agreement”) with Shengbao Group and South African Shengbao Mining Enterprises (“Shengbao”). Pursuant to the Purchase Agreement, DLXY is obliged to purchase the prospecting and mining rights of a cobalt ore mine for a purchase price of $2 million over a term of 15 years. As of August 31, 2008, DLXY had the capital commitment of $2 million in the purchase of the prospecting and mining rights which was contracted for but not provided in the financial statements.
On September 24, 2008, DLXY entered into two separate one-year purchase and sales agreements with Shenzhen Haoran Battery Co., Ltd. (“Haoran Battery”) worth approximately $16.2 million. Under the terms of the first contact, DLXY will supply Haoran Battery with 20 tons of lithium cobalt oxide per month beginning in November 2008. Based on the current market price of lithium cobalt oxide at USD $58,823.50 per ton (400,000 Yuan/ton), which may be adjusted subject to market conditions, DLXY expects to generate sales of approximately $1,176,470 per month (8,000,000 Yuan/month) or approximately $14.1 Million per year (96,000,000 Yuan/year). Under the second contract, DLXY has agreed to supply Haoran Battery with 20 tons of lithium manganese oxide. At a current price of $8,823.50/ton (60,000 Yuan/ton), which may be adjusted based on market conditions, DLXY expects to generate sales of USD$176,470/month (1,200,000 Yuan/month) or approximately USD$2.1 Million per year (14,400,000 Yuan/year).
Off Balance Sheet Arrangements
None.
Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
Revenue recognition
Revenue is recognized when products are delivered to customers. Provisions for discounts and rebates to customers, estimated returns and allowances, and other adjustments are provided for in the same period the related sales are recorded. In instances where products are configured to customer requirements, revenue is recorded upon the successful completion of the Company’s final test procedures and the customer’s acceptance.
Our subsidiary, DLXY is subject to valued-added tax (“VAT”) which is levied on the majority of the products of DLXY at the rate of 17% on the invoiced value of sales sold in the People’s Republic of China. Output VAT is borne by customers in addition to the invoiced value of sales and input VAT is borne by the Company in addition to the invoiced value of purchases to the extent not refunded for export sales.
Account receivables and allowance for doubtful accounts
Accounts receivable are recorded at the invoiced amount and do not bear interest. We extend unsecured credit to its customers in the ordinary course of business but mitigates the associated risks by performing credit checks and actively pursuing past due accounts. An allowance for doubtful accounts is established and determined based on managements’ assessment of known requirements, aging of receivables, payment history, the customers’ current credit worthiness and the economic environment. We write off accounts receivable when they become uncollectible, and payments subsequently received on such receivables are credited to the allowance for doubtful accounts.
New Financial Accounting Pronouncements
In May, 2008, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued SFAS No. 162, "The Hierarchy of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles," ("SFAS No. 162"). SFAS No. 162 identifies the sources of accounting principles and the framework for selecting the principles used in the preparation of financial statements of nongovernmental entities that are presented in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in the United States (the GAAP hierarchy). SFAS No. 162 will be effective 60 days following the SEC's approval of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board's amendments to AU Section 411, "The Meaning of Present Fairly in Conformity With Generally Accepted Accounting Principles." The FASB has stated that it does not expect SFAS No. 162 will result in a change in current practice. The application of SFAS No. 162 will have no effect on the Company's financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
Also in May 2008, the FASB issued SFAS No. 163, "Accounting for Financial Guarantee Insurance Contracts--an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 60" ("SFAS No. 163"). SFAS No. 163 interprets Statement 60 and amends existing accounting pronouncements to clarify their application to the financial guarantee insurance contracts included within the scope of that Statement. SFAS No. 163 is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2008, and all interim periods within those fiscal years. As such, the Company is required to adopt these provisions at the beginning of the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of SFAS No. 163 on its financial statements but does not expect it to have an effect on the Company's financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
In May 2008, the FASB issued FSP APB 14-1, "Accounting for Convertible Debt Instruments that may be Settled in Cash upon Conversion (Including Partial Cash Settlement)" ("FSP APB 14-1"). FSP APB 14-1 applies to convertible debt securities that, upon conversion, may be settled by the issuer fully or partially in cash. FSP APB 14-1 specifies that issuers of such instruments should separately account for the liability and equity components in a manner that will reflect the entity's nonconvertible debt borrowing rate when interest cost is recognized in subsequent periods. FSP APB 14-1 is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years after December 15, 2008, and must be applied on a retrospective basis. Early adoption is not permitted. The Company is assessing the potential impact of this FSP on the convertible debt issuances.
In June 2008, the FASB issued FASB Staff Position ("FSP") EITF 03-6-1, "Determining Whether Instruments Granted in Share-Based Payment Transactions Are Participating Securities" ("FSP EITF 03-6-1"). FSP EITF 03-6-1 addresses whether instruments granted in share-based payment transactions are participating securities prior to vesting, and therefore need to be included in the earnings allocation in computing earnings per share under the two-class method as described in SFAS No. 128, Earnings per Share. Under the guidance of FSP EITF 03-6-1, unvested share-based payment awards that contain nonforfeitable rights to dividends or dividend equivalents (whether paid or unpaid) are participating securities and shall be included in the computation of earnings-per-share pursuant to the two-class method. FSP EITF 03-6-1 is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2008 and all prior-period earnings per share data presented shall be adjusted retrospectively. Early application is not permitted. The Company is assessing the potential impact of this FSP on the earnings per share calculation.
In June 2008, the FASB ratified EITF No. 07-5, "Determining Whether an Instrument (or an Embedded Feature) is Indexed to an Entity's Own Stock" ("EITF 07-5"). EITF 07-5 provides that an entity should use a two-step approach to evaluate whether an equity-linked financial instrument (or embedded feature) is indexed to its own stock, including evaluating the instrument's contingent exercise and settlement provisions. EITF 07-5 is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2008. Early application is not permitted. The Company is assessing the potential impact of this EITF 07-5 on the financial condition and results of operations.
N/A.
Item 4T. | Controls and Procedures. |
Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining a system of disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e)) under the Exchange Act) that is designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by the Company in the reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported, within the time specified in the Commission's rules and forms. Disclosure controls and procedures include, without limitation, controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by an issuer in the reports that it files or submits under the Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to the issuer's management, including its principal executive officer or officers and principal financial officer or officers, or persons performing similar functions, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
Pursuant to Rule 13a-15(b) under the Exchange Act the Company carried out an evaluation with the participation of the Company’s management, including Bin Wang, the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) and Ming Fen Liu, the Company’s Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”), of the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined under Rule 13a-15(e) under the Exchange Act) as of the three months ended August 31, 2008. Based upon that evaluation, the Company’s CEO and CFO concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures are effective to ensure that information required to be disclosed by the Company in the reports that the Company files or submits under the Exchange Act, is recorded, processed, summarized and reported, within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to the Company’s management, including the Company’s CEO and CFO, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
Changes in internal controls
Our management, with the participation our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, performed an evaluation as to whether any change in our internal controls over financial reporting occurred during the three months ended August 31, 2008. Based on that evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer concluded that no change occurred in the Company's internal controls over financial reporting during the three months ended August 31, 2008 that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company's internal controls over financial reporting.
Item 1. Legal Proceedings.
Item 1A. Risk Factors.
N/A.
Item 2. Unregistered Sale of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds.
None.
Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities.
To our knowledge, there are no material defaults upon senior securities..
Item 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Securities Holders.
None.
Item 5. Other Information.
None.
(a) Exhibits
31.1 | | Certification Required Under Section 302 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 * |
31.2 | | Certification Required Under Section 302 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 * |
32.1 | | Certification Required Under Section 906 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 * |
32.2 | | Certification Required Under Section 906 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 * |
* Filed herewith.
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
| CHINA SUN GROUP HIGH-TECH CO. | |
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Date: October 15, 2008 | By: | /s/ Bin Wang | |
| | Name: Bin Wang | |
| | Title: President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman | |
| | (Principle Executive Officer) | |
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Date: October 15, 2008 | By: | /s/ Ming Fen Liu | |
| | Name: Ming Fen Liu | |
| | Title: Chief Financial Officer | |
| | (Principle Executive Officer) | |
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