(Incorporated in Hong Kong under the Companies Ordinance with limited liability) ( 根據公司條例在香港註冊成立之有限公司 ) (Stock Code 股份代號: 3) 23rd September 2025 Dear Non-registered Holders (Note 1) , The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (the "Company") - Publication of 2025 Interim Report (the "Current Corporate Communications") Please be informed that the English and Chinese versions of the Company's Current Corporate Communications are available on the Company's website at www.towngas.com and the HKEXnews website ...

(Incorporated in Hong Kong under the Companies Ordinance with limited liability) 根據公司條例在香港註冊成立之有限公司 ) (Stock Code 股份代號: 3) 23rd September 2025 Dear Shareholders, The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (the "Company") - Publication of 2025 Interim Report (the "Current Corporate Communications") Please be informed that the English and Chinese versions of the Company's Current Corporate Communications are available on t he Company's website at www.towngas.com and the HKEXnews website at www.hkexnews.hk, o ...

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Group 1 - Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited is committed to deepening cooperation with mainland China [2] - The company is actively promoting energy technology innovation and green low-carbon transformation, achieving positive results [2] - The National Energy Administration supports the company's integration into the national development framework to contribute to the country's "dual carbon" goals [2] Group 2 - The meeting between the National Energy Administration Director Wang Hongzhi and Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited Chairman Li Jiajie focused on topics such as new energy production capacity [3]

Group 1: Dividend Policy and Financial Performance - The company has maintained a fixed dividend policy since 2009, consistently paying HKD 0.35 per share, with a dividend payout ratio increasing from 44% in 2009 to 114% in 2024, and total dividends rising from HKD 2.3 billion to HKD 6.5 billion, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2% [1] - The projected net profit attributable to shareholders for 2025-2027 is estimated at HKD 5.848 billion, HKD 6.044 billion, and HKD 6.456 billion, representing year-on-year growth rates of 2.4%, 3.4%, and 6.8% respectively [1] Group 2: Hong Kong Gas Operations - The company is the sole gas supplier in Hong Kong, serving 2.04 million users by the end of 2024, achieving a penetration rate of 74% [2] - Despite a decline in gas consumption from 28,556 TJ to 27,159 TJ (a decrease of 4.9%) from 2013 to 2024, the company's EBITDA from Hong Kong operations increased from HKD 4.2 billion to HKD 5.8 billion, with a CAGR of 3.0% [2] - The company benefits from a price adjustment mechanism that allows for biannual rate increases, which helps maintain stable revenue despite consumption declines [2] Group 3: Mainland China Business Expansion - The company has expanded its mainland operations since 1994, covering 23 provincial regions, primarily in first and second-tier cities along the eastern coast and Chengdu-Chongqing area [3] - From 2019 to 2024, the gas sales volume grew at a CAGR of 7.3%, while the national apparent consumption volume grew at 7.0% [3] - The company is expected to benefit from a projected CAGR of 5.9% in national natural gas consumption from 2024 to 2030, with an anticipated increase in gas price differentials [3] Group 4: Business Diversification and Green Energy - The company is restructuring its extended business, which includes smart kitchens, insurance, and home safety, with significant market shares in Hong Kong but lower penetration in mainland China [4] - The company plans to integrate its extended business operations in mainland China and Hong Kong and is looking to attract strategic investors [4] - The company is also focusing on green energy initiatives, including green methanol, sustainable aviation fuel, and hydrogen, with production capacity expected to be released gradually from 2025 to 2028 [4] Group 5: Capital Expenditure and Cash Flow Management - Operating cash flow decreased slightly from HKD 10.5 billion to HKD 9.0 billion between 2021 and 2024, while capital expenditure reduced from HKD 10.2 billion in 2023 to HKD 6.0 billion in 2024 [5] - The company is optimizing non-core business operations and may pursue asset restructuring, which could improve free cash flow to cover annual fixed dividends of HKD 6.5 billion [5]

Core Viewpoint - Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited has maintained a fixed dividend policy since 2009, with a consistent dividend payout of HKD 0.35 per share, leading to a significant increase in dividend payout ratio and total dividend amount over the years [1] Group 1: Dividend Policy and Financial Performance - The company has increased its dividend payout ratio from 44% in 2009 to 114% in 2024, with total dividends rising from HKD 2.3 billion to HKD 6.5 billion, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2% [1] - Forecasted net profit attributable to shareholders for 2025-2027 is expected to be HKD 58.48 billion, HKD 60.44 billion, and HKD 64.56 billion, representing year-on-year growth of 2.4%, 3.4%, and 6.8% respectively [1] Group 2: Hong Kong Gas Operations - The company is the sole gas supplier in Hong Kong, serving 2.04 million users with a penetration rate of 74% [2] - Despite a decline in gas consumption from 28,556 TJ to 27,159 TJ (a decrease of 4.9%) from 2013 to 2024, the company's EBITDA from Hong Kong operations has grown from HKD 4.2 billion to HKD 5.8 billion, with a CAGR of 3.0% [2] - The company benefits from a price adjustment mechanism that allows for biannual rate increases, which helps maintain stable revenue despite declining consumption [2] Group 3: Mainland China Operations - The company has expanded its mainland operations since 1994, covering 23 provincial regions, primarily in first and second-tier cities along the eastern coast and Chengdu-Chongqing area [3] - From 2019 to 2024, the gas sales volume has grown at a CAGR of 7.3%, aligning with the national consumption growth rate of 7.0% [3] - The company anticipates an increase in gas price differentials in mainland China, with projections of HKD 0.54, HKD 0.55, and HKD 0.58 per cubic meter for 2025-2027 [3] Group 4: Business Diversification and Green Energy - The company is restructuring its extended business segments, which include smart kitchens, insurance, and home safety, with significant market shares in Hong Kong but lower penetration in mainland China [4] - The company is also focusing on green energy initiatives, including green methanol, sustainable aviation fuel, and hydrogen, with production capacity expected to be released gradually from 2025 to 2028 [4] Group 5: Capital Expenditure and Cash Flow Management - Operating cash flow has slightly decreased from HKD 10.5 billion to HKD 9.0 billion between 2021 and 2024, while capital expenditure has reduced from HKD 10.2 billion in 2023 to HKD 6.0 billion in 2024 [5] - The company is optimizing non-core business operations and plans to introduce strategic investors to enhance its extended business segments [5] - Free cash flow is expected to gradually cover the annual fixed dividend of HKD 6.5 billion due to improved cash flow management and asset disposal strategies [5]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the power and gas sectors, recommending various companies within these industries for investment [5][14]. Core Insights - The report highlights the competitive results of the electricity pricing mechanism in Shandong, indicating that wind power is favored over solar power, with wind power pricing at 0.319 CNY/kWh and solar at 0.225 CNY/kWh [9][10]. - A new pricing mechanism for nearby consumption of renewable energy has been established, clarifying economic responsibilities and allowing renewable projects to pay for supply reliability [12][13]. - Global gas prices are showing mixed trends, with European and Asian prices rising while U.S. prices are declining, reflecting varying supply and demand dynamics [15][20]. Summary by Sections 1. Electricity: Shandong Pricing Mechanism and New Renewable Energy Policies - Shandong's first competitive pricing results show wind power projects with a total capacity of 3.5911 GW and a mechanism electricity price of 0.319 CNY/kWh, while solar projects have a capacity of 1.265 GW and a price of 0.225 CNY/kWh [9][11]. - The new pricing mechanism for nearby consumption aims to enhance the utilization of renewable energy and reduce the pressure on the power system [12][13]. 2. Gas: Global Price Variations - As of September 12, U.S. Henry Hub spot prices are at $2.94/mmBtu, down 3.61% week-on-week, while European TTF prices are at €32.00/MWh, up 1.27% [15][16]. - The report notes that U.S. gas production remains high despite a slight decline, while European prices are influenced by supply constraints and increased heating demand due to cooler temperatures [15][20]. 3. Weekly Market Review - The gas sector outperformed the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 index, while the public utilities, power, and environmental sectors underperformed [36]. 4. Company and Industry Dynamics - Recent announcements include the implementation of market-oriented pricing reforms for renewable energy in Jiangxi province, effective from October 2025 [40]. - The report also discusses various company announcements, including operational updates and financial instruments [43]. 5. Key Company Valuation Tables - The report provides valuation metrics for key companies in the public utility sector, highlighting buy and hold recommendations for several firms based on their earnings and price-to-earnings ratios [45][46].

Core Viewpoint - Hong Kong and China Gas and Tianneng Holding Group have established a strategic cooperation to promote the integration of renewable energy and the green economy, aiming to inject new momentum into the green transformation of the energy industry [1] Group 1: Strategic Cooperation - The signing of the strategic cooperation agreement marks a significant upgrade in the relationship between the two companies, evolving from a single project collaboration to a comprehensive strategic partnership [3] - Future collaboration will focus on joint project development, investment and financing cooperation, demonstration base construction, and innovation in technology and application scenarios [3][4] Group 2: Company Background and Goals - Hong Kong and China Gas has successfully transformed from urban gas and derivative businesses to smart energy, actively expanding its green fuel business across various sectors [3] - The company aims to create zero-carbon smart industrial parks and low-carbon factories, supporting enterprises in their ESG management [3] - Tianneng Holding Group recognizes the complementary nature of its business with Hong Kong and China Gas and aims to deepen cooperation in smart energy business development, technological innovation, and capital collaboration [4] Group 3: Industry Trends and Future Directions - The collaboration aligns with global energy transition and low-carbon development trends, exploring new sustainable development models [6] - Both companies aim to provide practical examples and industry benchmarks for achieving national "dual carbon" goals through their partnership [6]

股份發行人及根據《上市規則》第十九B章上市的香港預託證券發行人的證券變動月報表 | 截至月份: | 2025年8月31日 | 狀態: 新提交 | | --- | --- | --- | | 致：香港交易及結算所有限公司 | | | | 公司名稱: | 香港中華煤氣有限公司 | | | 呈交日期: | 2025年9月2日 | | | I. 法定/註冊股本變動 不適用 | | | FF301 第 1 頁 共 10 頁 v 1.1.1 FF301 (A). 股份期權（根據發行人的股份期權計劃） 不適用 第 3 頁 共 10 頁 v 1.1.1 II. 已發行股份及/或庫存股份變動 | 1. 股份分類 | 普通股 | 股份類別 | 不適用 | | 於香港聯交所上市 (註1) | 是 | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 證券代號 (如上市) | 00003 | 說明 | | | | | | | | | 已發行股份（不包括庫存股份）數目 | | 庫存股份數目 | | 已發行股份總數 | | | 上月底結存 | | | 18,659,870,098 ...

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is maintained as "Buy" with a target price of HKD 7.63 [1][7]. Core Insights - The company focuses on extending its business and optimizing its gas supply structure, leveraging its advantages in the Hong Kong market while exploring potential in mainland China [1][2]. - The company plans to enhance its B2C operations and digitalization by introducing strategic investments, aiming to expand its customer base in mainland China [2]. - The gas supply structure is being optimized to reduce costs and increase flexibility, with a focus on increasing the proportion of unconventional and spot gas [3]. - The company holds a monopolistic position in the Hong Kong market, which significantly contributes to its profits compared to its mainland operations [4]. - Although the mainland business faces short-term challenges, the extended business is expected to be a long-term growth driver [5]. Summary by Sections Business Expansion and Strategy - The management aims to strengthen its extended business operations by collaborating with strategic investors, focusing on customer expansion before exploring cross-regional and multi-brand sales [2]. Gas Supply Optimization - The company plans to increase the share of unconventional and spot gas in its supply mix, currently dominated by the three major oil companies, to optimize costs [3]. Market Position and Profitability - The company enjoys a strong competitive advantage in the Hong Kong market, with a flexible pricing mechanism that allows for quick adjustments based on fuel costs [4]. - The profit contribution from Hong Kong's gas sales significantly exceeds that from mainland operations, highlighting the importance of the Hong Kong market to the company's overall profitability [4]. Mainland Business Outlook - The growth in the mainland commercial gas market is currently under pressure, but the extended business model has the potential to drive long-term growth as it expands its customer coverage [5]. Financial Projections - The company maintains its profit forecasts for the years 2025 to 2027, projecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6% for net profit [6].