Letter to Shareholders

Dear Shareholders,

In 2024, the overall business activities of the FSP showed a decline in both revenue figures and sales quantity. The decline in demand and revenue can primarily be attributed to the emergence of computing power centers driven by Nvidia, which have absorbed nearly all available market resources. This shift has led to decreased demand and investment in traditional electronics manufacturing and the industrial computer sector. The anticipated replacement cycle for PCs and IPCs was delayed, with many companies adopting a wait-and-see approach, resulting in lower procurement needs for power supplies. Additionally, the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict has dampened consumer spending across Europe. In the first half of last year, IPC manufacturers were still managing excess inventory, with signs of recovery only beginning to emerge in the latter half. Looking ahead to 2025, the continued integration of AI into edge computing and equipment upgrades is expected to boost demand for high-power supplies, providing FSP with an opportunity to maintain operational stability and achieve steady growth. For 2024, the Company is projected to sell approximately 16.5 million units, generating consolidated operating revenue of NT$11,601,092 thousand—representing an 11.98% decrease compared to NT$13,179,581 thousand in 2023. The results of operations in 2024 and the business outlook for 2025 are explained below:

I. Results of Operations in 2024

(I) Business Plan Implementation Results

FSP's consolidated operating revenue for 2024 was NT$11,601,092 thousand, an decrease of 12% compared to consolidated operating revenue of NT$13,179,581 thousand for 2023; the net income before tax for 2024 was NT$522,698 thousand, a decrease of 33% compared to net income before tax of NT$782,509 thousand for 2023; net income after tax for 2024 was NT$438,019 thousand, a decrease of 32% compared to net income after tax of NT$639,684 thousand for 2023; basic earnings per share before and after tax for 2024 were NT$2.50 and NT$2.16, respectively.

Unit: NT$ thousands; %
Item 2024 2023 Change, by Amount Change, by Percentage
Operating Revenue 11,601,092 13,179,581 (1,578,489) (11.98%)
Gross Profit 2,023,837 2,404,027 (380,190) (15.81%)
Operating Income 49,203 468,813 (419,610) (89.50%)
Non-Operating Income and Expenditures 473,495 313,696 159,799 50.94%
Net Income Before Tax 522,698 782,509 (259,811) ((33.20%)
Net income 438,019 639,684 (201,665) (31.53%)

(II) Budget Implementation Status

The Company did not formulate a financial forecast for 2024.

(III) Analysis of Financial Gains and Losses and Profitability

Unit: NT$ thousands; %
Item
Year
2024 2023
(after restatement)
Percentage of Increase (Decrease)
Financial Revenue and Expenditures Operating Revenue 11,601,092 13,179,581 (11.98%)
Gross Profit 2,023,837 2,404,027 (15.81%)
Net Profit After Tax 438,019 639,684 (31.53%)
Profitability Analysis Return on total assets (%) 2.10 3.24 (35.19%)
Return on equity (%) 2.87 4.51 (36.36%)
Ratio of income before tax to paid-in capital (%) 27.91 41.79 (33.21)%
Net profit margin (%) 3.78 4.85 (22.06%)
Earnings Per Share (NT$) 2.16 3.20 (32.50%)

(IV) Research and Development

The R&D results in 2024 were as follows:
  • Platinum Large Wattage 2500W.
  • Titanium Gold 1.3/1.6KW products.
  • Gold ATX Full Series 650/750/850/1KW Products.
  • Next-generation networking products with 50/60/65W 54V.
  • 65W 24V Next-generation printer products.
  • Develop the iconic 400W Adapter to demonstrate the technical capabilities of FSP.
  • M-CRPS 2400W, 2700W and 3250W high power density, Titanium-grade efficiency devices.
  • 1U Slim 400W DC Input Redundant Power Supply.
  • 300W P37P series.
  • 150W P36P series.
  • 320W PoE Power.
  • 300W PBA Series Industrial Application Power Supply.
  • 90W C14 Desktop Adapter (Class I) products.
  • 90W C8 Desktop Adapter (Class II) products.
  • 65W @ 2”x 4” Open Frame series products.
  • 550W @ 3”x 5”Open Frame.
  • PS-II ATX 1000W.
  • 1U ATX 900W.
  • Flex ATX 400W.
  • Mobile energy storage EnerX 3000-3000W/110Vac/2.5kWh.
  • Mobile energy storage expansion battery pack - 24V/2.5kWh.

II. Summary of 2025 Business Plan

Looking ahead to 2025, the trend in AI hardware construction is expected to shift from centralized computing power to edge computing. Products related to industrial computers, networking, and servers are anticipated to experience an increase in power consumption due to the incorporation of graphics processing chips. Nvidia has planned the MGX platform with a 12V output, the HGX platform with a 48V output, and the GB200 OCP platform featuring a Power Shelf to align with this trend. In the MGX platform, Nvidia aims to reduce hardware development costs for chip application vendors by standardizing rack layouts and utilizing the CRPS specification for power supply. It is noteworthy that FSP and its subsidiary, 3Y Power, have long been engaged in the server power supply market. They are well-acquainted with the design and manufacturing of CRPS and possess a product line of standard products across various power ratings, enabling them to respond swiftly to the future power demands of the MGX platform. Currently, they have achieved mass production of 2700W power supplies, with plans to develop up to 3600W by 2025. Furthermore, Nvidia is set to launch its 5090 series chips in 2025, which is expected to drive up power requirements for gaming computers and trigger a new wave of hardware upgrades. This development is anticipated to benefit FSP's sales in this segment. Although AI-enabled personal computers were introduced last year, they did not spark a significant wave of PC upgrades. However, in 2025, the growing adoption and application of AI technologies may drive an increase in PC replacements, which would positively impact FSP's PC power supply sales. In these markets, some consumers prefer non-standard PCs or Mini PCs. To meet this demand, the Company has developed high power density slim adapters. In summary, by 2025, FSP will offer a comprehensive product portfolio covering networking, high-performance computing, server power supplies, and white-label CRPS power supplies. Building on the recovery seen in the latter half of the previous year, the Company is expected to maintain its growth momentum. The overall target for total sales of power supply quantity is 1800 million units.

III. Future Development Strategy

FSP is committed to its corporate mission of "maximizing value for customers, employees, and shareholders with innovative services and high-quality products." Continuously research and develop advanced technology, develop power sources for innovative industries, to provide high value added power products. Since last year, AI chips have been increasingly utilized in related products, leading to a significant increase in power demands and the output of power supplies. Within the framework of environmental and sustainable development, the role of high-power and high-efficiency power supply products becomes even more important. FSP will allocate more and better research and development resources, dedicating to create high-power and high-efficiency power supply products with technological strength, meeting market demands for durability and efficiency, as well as the explosive growth in the AI industry.

IV. Impact of the External Competitive Environment, Regulatory Environment, and Overall Business Environment

FSP has set up the Sustainable Development Committee under the jurisdiction of the Board of Directors. With regard to current domestic and foreign laws and regulations that govern our operations, and our management team will continue to pay close attention to policies and laws on corporate governance issues that may affect the Company's financial and business. We shall provide guidance and review environmental issues related to the environment between operations and production, and social issues related to coexistence and mutual prosperity with society and stakeholders on all levels.

FSP is committed to protecting the environment with green energy, respecting customers, and creating a high-quality work environment. We seek to become the most reliable partner for customers, consumers, suppliers, and employees and maximize value for customers, shareholders, and employees.

I wish you good health and all the best
Chairman: Cheng, Ya-Jen
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