香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本文件的內容概不負責，對其準確性或 完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示，概不對因本文件全部或任何部份內容而產生或因倚賴該 等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責任。 (股份代號： 247) 董事會召開日期 尖沙咀置業集團有限公司（「本公司」）之董事會（「董事會」）謹此宣布，本公司將 於二零二五年二月二十六日（星期三）舉行董事會會議，藉以（其中包括）批准刊發 本公司及其附屬公司截至二零二四年十二月三十一日止六個月的中期業績公告，以及考 慮派發中期股息。 承董事會命 尖沙咀置業集團有限公司 公司秘書 鄭小琼 香港，二零二五年一月二十二日 於本公告日期，本公司之執行董事為黃志祥先生及黃永光先生，非執行董事為夏佳理先生及 黃敏華女士，而獨立非執行董事為盛智文博士、李民橋先生及王繼榮先生。 ...

FF305 公司名稱： 尖沙咀置業集團有限公司 呈交日期： 2024年12月3日 如上市發行人的已發行股份或庫存股份出現變動而須根據《香港聯合交易所有限公司（「香港聯交所」）證券上市規則》(「《主板上市規則》」)第13.25A條 / 《香港聯合交易所有限公司GEM證券 上市規則》(「《GEM上市規則》」)第17.27A條作出披露，必須填妥第一章節 。 | 第一章節 | | | | | | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1. 股份分類 | 普通股 | 股份類別 | 不適用 | | 於香港聯交所上市 | | 是 | | | | 證券代號 (如上市) | 00247 | 說明 | 不適用 | | | | | | | | A. 已發行股份或庫存股份變動 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 已發行股份（不包括庫存股份）變動 | | 庫存股份變動 | | | | | | 事件 | | 已發行股份（不包括庫存股份）數 目 | | 佔有關事件前的現有已發 行股份（不包括庫存股 份）數目百分比 ...

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香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本文件的內容概不負責，對其準確性或 完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示，概不對因本文件全部或任何部份內容而產生或因倚賴該 等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責任。 (股份代號: 247) 二零二四年十月二十三日舉行之股東周年大會 1 | | 普通決議案撮要 | 票數 (%) | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | | 贊成 | 反對 | | 5(i) | 批准不得超過本公司已發行股份 10% | 1,746,071,534 | 2 | | | 之股份回購授權(列於股東周年大會 | (99.99%) | (0.01%) | | | 通告內第 5(i)項之普通決議案)。 | | | | 5(ii) | 批准不得超過本公司已發行股份 20% | 1,746,064,625 | 6,911 | | | 之股份發行授權(列於股東周年大會 | (99.99%) | (0.01%) | | | 通告內第 5(ii)項之普通決議案)。 | | | | 5(iii) | 批准擴大股份發行授權至根據股份回 | 1,746,064,625 | 6,911 | ...

Financial Performance - The group's revenue for 2024 is reported at HKD 8,816 million, a decrease of 26.5% compared to HKD 11,929 million in 2023[7] - The basic operating profit for 2024 is HKD 2,943 million, down 13.9% from HKD 3,419 million in 2023[7] - Profit attributable to shareholders for 2024 is HKD 2,508 million, a decline of 23.7% from HKD 3,287 million in 2023[7] - Basic earnings per share for 2024 is HKD 1.41, down from HKD 1.68 in 2023, representing a decrease of 16.1%[7] - The group has reported a significant drop in revenue from HKD 24,585 million in 2021 to HKD 8,816 million in 2024, indicating a downward trend over the years[7] Dividends - The interim dividend for 2024 remains at 15 HK cents per share, consistent with the previous year[7] - The final dividend for 2024 is set at 43 HK cents per share, unchanged from 2023[7] - The company is committed to enhancing shareholder value through consistent dividend payments despite the decline in profits[7] Assets and Equity - The group's total assets increased from HKD 155.3 billion in 2020 to HKD 170.1 billion in 2023, with a projected increase to HKD 174.3 billion in 2024[8] - The total equity attributable to shareholders increased from HKD 78.9 billion in 2020 to HKD 91.6 billion in 2023, with a forecast of HKD 94.9 billion in 2024[8] - The group’s non-current assets rose from HKD 107.1 billion in 2020 to HKD 112.4 billion in 2023, with a slight decrease projected to HKD 110.7 billion in 2024[8] Property Development and Sales - Property sales accounted for 40.6% of total revenue for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, while property leasing contributed 32.2%[11] - The company plans to launch new residential projects, including ONE CENTRAL PLACE in Central and 柏瓏Ⅲ in Yuen Long, with presale consent expected in the upcoming fiscal year[16] - The group expects to receive presale consent for two additional residential projects in the fiscal year 2024/2025, depending on market conditions[16] - As of June 30, 2024, the company has a land reserve of approximately 19.5 million square feet, with a balanced property type distribution: 47.5% commercial, 28.3% residential, 10.2% industrial, 8% parking, and 6% hotel[17] Rental Income and Occupancy - Total rental income for the fiscal year was HKD 3.55 billion, a year-on-year increase of 1.3%, while net rental income decreased by 2.5% to HKD 2.91 billion[22] - The overall occupancy rate of the investment property portfolio was 90.8%, a decrease of 0.4 percentage points from the previous year, with residential properties seeing an increase of 4.8 percentage points to 86.8%[22] Sustainability Initiatives - The company is focusing on sustainable development and risk management as part of its strategic initiatives[5] - Sino Land Company was recognized as one of the world's most sustainable companies for 2024 by Time magazine and Statista[31] - The company received an "AA" rating in the MSCI Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Index and achieved a five-star rating in the 2023 Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) assessment[31] - The company is committed to climate change initiatives, achieving certification from the Science Based Targets initiative for its short-term greenhouse gas reduction goals[34] - The company has integrated sustainable development elements into its managed properties, with the Fullerton Hotel Singapore becoming the first historical hotel in Singapore to receive GSTC certification[34] Community Engagement - The company is actively involved in community support, providing over 2,000 festive gift packs to underprivileged families during the Mid-Autumn Festival[35] - The company continues to support various community projects, including transitional housing initiatives aimed at alleviating short-term housing needs for low-income families[35] - The community living room project aims to serve at least 500 grassroots families, providing approximately 80,000 service visits annually over a three-year period[76] Corporate Governance - The company emphasizes high standards of corporate governance and aims to provide the best returns for shareholders[79] - The board consists of seven directors, including two executive directors, two non-executive directors, and three independent non-executive directors, exceeding the target of having at least one-third independent non-executive directors[86] - The board held four meetings during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, with all directors attending all meetings[90] - The company has established four board committees: the Remuneration Committee, Nomination Committee, Audit Committee, and Compliance Committee, each with defined responsibilities[90] Risk Management - The company has adopted an enterprise risk management system to assist in managing major risks faced by the business units[116] - The internal audit department operates independently and reports directly to the Audit Committee, conducting regular risk assessments[117] - The company conducts quarterly risk assessments based on established risk management policies and frameworks[119] - The audit committee is composed of three independent non-executive directors and meets at least four times a year to ensure effective oversight of financial reporting and risk management[123] Employee Engagement and Diversity - 51% of employees, including senior management, are female as of June 30, 2024[111] - The company aims to maintain gender balance in all management positions by 2030[111] - The company provides training and workshops on gender equality for employees[111] Shareholder Communication - The company emphasizes effective communication with shareholders through various channels, including financial reports and annual meetings[135] - The company encourages shareholders to provide email addresses for timely and effective communication[135]

Financial Performance - For the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, the group's basic profit attributable to shareholders was HKD 29.43 billion, down from HKD 34 billion in the previous fiscal year, representing a decrease of approximately 13.5%[1][2] - The basic earnings per share for the fiscal year was HKD 1.41, compared to HKD 1.68 in the previous fiscal year, reflecting a decline of about 16.1%[2] - The group reported a profit of HKD 25.08 billion after accounting for a non-cash investment property revaluation loss of HKD 3.27 billion, compared to a revaluation loss of HKD 0.9 billion in the previous year[2] - The company's revenue for the fiscal year 2024 was HKD 8,816 million, a decrease from HKD 11,929 million in 2023, representing a decline of approximately 26.5%[31] - The net profit for the fiscal year 2024 was HKD 4,287 million, down from HKD 5,910 million in 2023, indicating a decrease of about 27.5%[32] - The basic earnings per share for 2024 was HKD 1.20, compared to HKD 1.61 in 2023, reflecting a decline of approximately 25.5%[31] Dividends - The board proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.43 per share, bringing the total dividend for the fiscal year to HKD 0.58 per share, including an interim dividend of HKD 0.15[3][4] Property Sales and Development - The property sales revenue attributable to Sino Land for the fiscal year was HKD 8.89 billion, down from HKD 11.93 billion in the previous fiscal year, indicating a decrease of approximately 25.5%[6] - Sino Land launched two new residential projects in Hong Kong, achieving sales rates of 6.8% and 34.9% for the respective projects[7] - Sino Land acquired two plots of land from the Hong Kong government and received development rights for another plot, totaling an attributable floor area of 806,150 square feet[9] - The company expects to launch several new projects, including ONE CENTRAL PLACE in Central and 柏瓏 III in Yuen Long, with additional projects anticipated to receive pre-sale consent in the fiscal year 2024/2025[7][8] - Sino Land completed the residential project 可可苑 in Qianhai, with an attributable floor area of 252,412 square feet[11] Rental Income and Occupancy - Total rental income for the fiscal year was HKD 3.55 billion, a year-on-year increase of 1.3%[12] - Net rental income decreased to HKD 2.91 billion, down 2.5% year-on-year due to increased maintenance costs and the end of government fee waivers[12] - Overall occupancy rate of the investment property portfolio was 90.8%, a decrease of 0.4 percentage points from the previous year[12] - Revenue from property leasing was HKD 2,835 million, slightly down from HKD 2,794 million, indicating a marginal increase of 1.5%[40] Hotel Operations - Hotel operating revenue increased to HKD 1.527 billion, up from HKD 1.376 billion, with operating profit rising to HKD 487 million[15] - The occupancy rate and room rates at the Hong Kong hotels have increased due to rising demand from business and leisure travelers[15] Financial Position - As of June 30, 2024, the group had cash and bank deposits of HKD 47.35 billion, with net cash amounting to HKD 45.66 billion after deducting total borrowings of HKD 1.69 billion[17] - The total assets and total equity of the group were HKD 182.17 billion and HKD 94.87 billion, respectively, with the book value per share for shareholders at HKD 44.72, up from HKD 44.51 on June 30, 2023[17] - The group maintains a strong financial management policy, with all debts denominated in HKD and repayable within one to two years, based on floating interest rates[17] Sustainability and ESG Initiatives - The company has been recognized as one of the most sustainable companies globally by TIME magazine and Statista for 2024, and has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index[20] - The company received an "AA" rating in the MSCI ESG Index and was rated as a top ESG performer in the Asia-Pacific region by Sustainalytics[21] - The company launched the "Coral Restoration Center" as part of its "Coral Revitalization Initiative," which has hosted over 2,800 visitors and transplanted over 280 rescued coral fragments[24] - The company established the "Sino Inno Lab" to support innovation and technology development, providing a platform for testing innovative ideas and connecting with startups in the Greater Bay Area[25] - The company has been awarded multiple ESG accolades, including the "Best ESG Report Award (Large Cap)" and "Excellence in Carbon Neutrality Award" at the Hong Kong ESG Reporting Awards 2023[22] - The company is committed to sustainable development through its three pillars: "Green Living," "Innovative Ideas," and "Community Engagement," integrating sustainability into all business aspects[19] - The company has become a signatory of the UN Women's Empowerment Principles and is recognized as a gold award employer in the Women's Workplace Index[24] Community Engagement - The company has partnered with community organizations to distribute over 2,000 festive gift packages to underprivileged families during the Mid-Autumn Festival[26] - The company is actively involved in supporting transitional housing projects to alleviate short-term housing needs for grassroots families[26] Market Outlook - The company plans to maintain a cautious optimism regarding the residential property market, anticipating an increase in demand due to talent influx and rising rental yields[28] - The company reported a significant increase in first-hand property transactions, with 9,419 transactions in the first half of 2024, representing an increase of 87.6% compared to the total transactions for the entire year of 2023[28] - The number of inbound tourists to Hong Kong is projected to reach approximately 42.3 million from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, compared to 13.4 million in the previous year[15] Governance and Compliance - The company plans to hold its annual general meeting on October 23, 2024, with a record date for the proposed final dividend on October 30, 2024[62] - The company did not purchase, sell, or redeem any of its listed securities during the fiscal year[63] - All three independent non-executive directors have served on the board for over nine years, necessitating the appointment of a new independent non-executive director according to the Corporate Governance Code[64] - The independent non-executive directors' independence was assessed during the fiscal year, confirming their ability to provide independent and objective opinions[64] - The audited consolidated financial statements for the year ending June 30, 2024, have been reviewed by the company's audit committee[65] - The annual report for 2024 will be sent to all shareholders on September 27, 2024, and will be available on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and the company's website[65]

Financial Performance - For the six months ending December 31, 2023, the group's unaudited profit attributable to shareholders was HKD 1.6525 billion, compared to HKD 1.5592 billion in 2022, representing an increase of 5.97%[8]. - Basic earnings per share for the interim period were HKD 0.80, up from HKD 0.77 in the previous year, reflecting a growth of 3.90%[8]. - The group's net profit, after accounting for a revaluation loss of investment properties of HKD 79.4 million, was HKD 1.4684 billion, compared to HKD 1.3688 billion in 2022, indicating an increase of 7.29%[8]. - Revenue for the six months ended December 31, 2023, was HKD 4,948,752,323, a decrease of 22.7% compared to HKD 6,406,167,141 for the same period in 2022[31]. - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 1,920,886,385, down 30.9% from HKD 2,783,321,404 year-on-year[31]. - The net profit for the period was HKD 2,633,659,694, representing an increase of 6.9% from HKD 2,463,702,889 in the previous year[31]. - Total comprehensive income for the period was HKD 2,838,297,492, up from HKD 2,245,806,130, reflecting a growth of 26.4% year-over-year[32]. - The group's profit before tax for the six months ended December 31, 2023, was HKD 2,963,718,043, compared to HKD 2,917,938,188 for the same period in 2022, indicating a slight increase[47]. Dividends - The board declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.15 per share, consistent with the previous year's dividend[9]. - The group declared a final dividend of HKD 884,913,271 for the year 2023, compared to HKD 842,457,473 for the previous year, representing a 5% increase[35]. Property Sales and Revenue - The property sales revenue for the interim period was HKD 6.634 billion, up from HKD 3.899 billion in 2022, representing an increase of 70.7%[11]. - Property sales generated revenue of HKD 2,359,711,780, while property leasing contributed HKD 1,415,160,707, reflecting a significant portion of total revenue[44]. - The company sold residential units and parking spaces from completed projects, with sales percentages for various projects including 75.4% for Victoria Harbour and 100% for Kaihui[11]. Rental Income - The total rental income for the interim period was HKD 1.777 billion, a year-on-year increase of 2.8% from HKD 1.728 billion in 2022[19]. - Net rental income decreased by 0.7% to HKD 1.469 billion, primarily due to additional leasing-related expenses and increased maintenance costs[19]. - The company reported a total of HKD 1,415,160,707 in rental income from operating leases, slightly up from HKD 1,379,799,153 in the previous year[43]. Land and Development - The company has land reserves of approximately 19.5 million square feet, with a balanced property type distribution: 47.3% commercial, 28.6% residential, and 10.1% industrial[12]. - The company acquired two plots of land in Hong Kong during the interim period, totaling an attributable floor area of 806,145 square feet[14]. - The company acquired three plots of land during the interim period, with a total floor area of over 806,000 square feet, reflecting confidence in the Hong Kong real estate market[27]. - Future projects include ONE CENTRAL PLACE in Central and PARC LOONG III in Yuen Long, with expected presale approvals in 2024 for two additional residential projects[11]. Financial Position - The company maintains a strong financial position with cash and bank deposits amounting to HKD 45.04 billion as of December 31, 2023, and net cash of HKD 43.3668 billion[23]. - The total borrowings of the company stood at HKD 16.736 billion, with 50.29% of the borrowings due within one to two years[23]. - The company’s total assets and shareholders' equity were HKD 180.903 billion and HKD 93.115 billion, respectively, as of December 31, 2023[23]. - The company's non-current assets increased to HKD 113,183,211,921 as of December 31, 2023, compared to HKD 112,404,573,768 as of June 30, 2023, indicating a growth of 0.7%[33]. - Current assets decreased to HKD 67,717,112,521 from HKD 68,645,175,002, a decline of 1.4%[34]. Sustainability and Corporate Governance - SINO Land Company was selected for the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index for the second consecutive year, ranking in the top 20% for sustainability performance in the Asia Pacific region[24]. - The company achieved an "AA" rating in the MSCI ESG Index and was awarded a five-star rating in the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark in 2023[24]. - SINO Land received multiple awards for its sustainable development efforts, including the "Green Building Leadership Award" and three awards at the "2023 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Hong Kong Achievement Awards"[24]. - The company is committed to reducing carbon emissions and has been certified by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its short-term targets[25]. - The company has established a remuneration committee to oversee the compensation policies for all directors and senior management, ensuring transparency and regular reviews[109]. - The company has a robust governance structure in place, with established committees for remuneration and nominations to enhance decision-making processes[109][110]. Market Outlook - The company is optimistic about the medium to long-term prospects of the mainland real estate market, supported by recent government measures to stimulate the sector[23]. - The unemployment rate in Hong Kong decreased to 2.9%, and the population rebounded from 7.2 million in mid-2022 to 7.5 million by the end of 2023, indicating an optimistic economic outlook[26]. - The Hong Kong government received over 220,000 applications for talent importation programs, with more than 135,000 approvals by the end of 2023[27]. Hotel Operations - The hotel segment of the company reported revenue of HKD 810.9 million for the mid-term period, compared to HKD 692.8 million in the same period last year, reflecting a growth of approximately 17%[20]. - Operating profit for the hotel segment was HKD 253.5 million, up from HKD 229.2 million year-on-year, indicating an increase of about 10.3%[20]. - The hotel operations segment generated revenue of HKD 501,891,033, with a profit of HKD 189,251,526 for the six months ended December 31, 2023[44]. - The company’s hotel occupancy rates and room prices have significantly increased, particularly at the Hong Kong Harbour Grand Hotel and the Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel during peak seasons[20]. Shareholder Information - Major shareholder Mr. Huang Zhi-da holds 1,520,184,949 shares, representing 72.22% of the issued shares[97]. - Major shareholders include Tamworth Investment Limited with 545,208,458 shares (27.36%) and Strathallan Investment Limited with 317,920,220 shares (18.32%) as of December 31, 2023[100]. - The company holds 1,517,129,237 shares under trustee interests, with 72.11% attributed to the estate of the late Mr. Huang Ting-fong[92]. Compliance and Internal Controls - The company is committed to maintaining effective internal controls and risk management practices as part of its governance framework[111]. - The Audit Committee has reviewed the accounting policies and practices adopted by the company for the six months ending December 31, 2023[111]. - All directors confirmed compliance with the company's Securities Trading Code during the six months ending December 31, 2023[113].

Financial Performance - For the six months ending December 31, 2023, the group's unaudited profit attributable to shareholders was HKD 1.6525 billion, an increase from HKD 1.5592 billion in 2022, representing a growth of 5.99%[1] - The group's net profit for the interim period, after accounting for a revaluation loss of investment properties, was HKD 1.4684 billion, compared to HKD 1.3688 billion in 2022, reflecting an increase of 7.29%[1] - The interim earnings per share was HKD 0.71, up from HKD 0.68 in 2022, indicating a growth of 4.41%[1] - The group reported a net cash position of HKD 43.36 billion as of December 31, 2023, after deducting total borrowings of HKD 16.736 billion[17] - The total comprehensive income for the period was HKD 2,838,297,492, compared to HKD 2,245,806,130 in the previous year, marking a significant increase[28] - The group reported revenue of HKD 4,948,752,323 for the six months ended December 31, 2023, a decrease of 22.7% compared to HKD 6,406,167,141 in the same period of 2022[26] - The gross profit for the same period was HKD 1,920,886,385, reflecting a decrease of 30.9% from HKD 2,783,321,404 year-on-year[26] - The net profit for the period was HKD 2,633,659,694, an increase of 6.9% compared to HKD 2,463,702,889 in the previous year[27] Property Sales and Revenue - The total property sales revenue attributable to the group was HKD 6.6349 billion, significantly higher than HKD 3.8994 billion in 2022, marking an increase of 70.5%[4] - The rental income attributable to the group was HKD 1.7767 billion, a year-on-year increase of 2.8% from HKD 1.7283 billion in 2022[10] - The net rental income decreased by 0.7% to HKD 1.4699 billion from HKD 1.4806 billion in 2022, primarily due to increased leasing-related expenses and maintenance costs[10] - The company's hotel revenue for the interim period was HKD 810.9 million, up from HKD 692.8 million in the same period last year, with an operating profit of HKD 253.5 million compared to HKD 229.2 million in 2022[14] Land and Development - The land bank held by the company amounts to approximately 19.5 million square feet, with a balanced property type distribution: 47.3% commercial, 28.6% residential, 10.1% industrial, 8% parking, and 6% hotel[5] - The company plans to launch multiple new residential projects, including ONE CENTRAL PLACE in Central and 柏瓏 III in Yuen Long, which have received pre-sale consent[4] - The company acquired two plots of land from the Hong Kong government and received development rights for another plot, totaling an attributable floor area of 806,145 square feet[6] - The group acquired three plots of land during the interim period, totaling over 806,000 square feet, demonstrating commitment and confidence in the Hong Kong property market[24] Market and Economic Outlook - The office market continues to face challenges, with demand slowing despite some companies gradually phasing out hybrid work models[12] - The company is optimistic about the medium to long-term prospects of the mainland real estate market due to supportive government policies[16] - The unemployment rate in Hong Kong decreased to 2.9%, and the population rebounded to 7.5 million by the end of 2023, reflecting economic recovery[23] - The group aims to maintain vigilance and agility in 2024, focusing on sustainable development and cost control strategies[24] Sustainability and Corporate Governance - The company was selected for the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index for the second consecutive year, ranking in the top 20% in the region for sustainability performance[19] - The company achieved an "AA" rating in the MSCI Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Index in 2023, and received a five-star rating in the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark[19] - The company has been recognized with multiple awards for its sustainability efforts, including the "Green Building Leadership Award" and three awards at the 2023 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Hong Kong Achievement Awards[19] - The company is committed to reducing carbon emissions and has received certification for its science-based short-term reduction targets from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)[20] - The company has adopted its own corporate governance code based on the principles and provisions of the Corporate Governance Code under the Listing Rules[56] - All three independent non-executive directors have served on the board for over nine years and a new independent non-executive director will be appointed as per the Listing Rules[57] Community Engagement and Initiatives - The company is actively involved in community support, distributing over 2,000 festive gift packs to underprivileged families during the Mid-Autumn Festival[21] - The company is collaborating with various organizations to promote arts and culture, enhancing community life through diverse initiatives[20] - The company has established a coral conservation facility to support biodiversity and engage the public in educational activities[20] Financial Position and Assets - As of December 31, 2023, total non-current assets amounted to HKD 113.18 billion, an increase from HKD 112.40 billion as of June 30, 2023, reflecting a growth of approximately 0.69%[29] - The company's equity attributable to shareholders increased to HKD 93.71 billion from HKD 91.59 billion, representing a growth of about 2.31%[30] - Current liabilities decreased to HKD 8.57 billion from HKD 10.98 billion, a reduction of approximately 21.96%[30] - The net current assets stood at HKD 59.14 billion, up from HKD 57.67 billion, indicating an increase of about 2.56%[30] - The total assets less current liabilities reached HKD 172.33 billion, compared to HKD 170.07 billion, marking a growth of approximately 1.33%[30] - The company's cash and cash equivalents, including restricted bank deposits, totaled HKD 67.72 billion, down from HKD 68.65 billion, a decrease of about 1.36%[29] Tax and Financial Management - The income tax expense for the six months ended December 31, 2023, was HKD 330,058,349, compared to HKD 454,235,299 in the same period last year, indicating a decrease of approximately 27.3%[41] - The group has made provisions for land appreciation tax based on progressive tax rates, with an estimated average tax rate of 17% in Singapore and 25% in mainland China[42] - The deferred tax liabilities related to fair value changes of investment properties were accounted for, reflecting the group's adherence to tax regulations[42] Shareholder Information - The company will distribute an interim dividend of HKD 0.15 per share, consistent with the previous year[1] - The weighted average number of ordinary shares for calculating basic earnings per share increased to 2,064,828,625 for the six months ended December 31, 2023, from 2,011,279,087 in the previous year[43] - The interim report for 2023/2024 will be sent to all shareholders around March 12, 2024, and will be available on the company's website[59]