公司名稱: 葉氏化工集團有限公司 呈交日期: 2025年10月2日 I. 法定/註冊股本變動 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9月30日 狀態: 新提交 致：香港交易及結算所有限公司 III.已發行股份及/或庫存股份變動詳情 | 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) | 00408 | 說明 | | | | | | | | | | | 法定/註冊股份數目 | | | 面值 | | | 法定/註冊股本 | | | 上月底結存 | | | 800,000,000 | HKD | | 0.1 | HKD | | 80,000,000 | | 增加 / 減少 (-) | | | 0 | | | | HKD | | | | 本月底結存 | | | 800,000,000 | HKD | | 0.1 | HKD | | 80,00 ...

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2025, amounted to HK$1.43 billion, representing an 8% decrease compared to the same period last year[7]. - Profit attributable to owners of the Company reached HK$66.1 million, marking a significant increase of 94% year-on-year[7]. - Sales volume for the period was 117,000 metric tonnes, reflecting a 14% increase[7]. - The gross profit margin stood at 24.8%, an increase of 1.7 percentage points compared to the previous year[7]. - The Group recorded a revenue of HK$1.43 billion and a sales volume of 117,000 metric tonnes, representing decreases of 8% and 14% respectively compared to the corresponding period of the preceding year[23]. - Overall gross profit margin rose to 24.8%, a year-on-year increase of 1.7 percentage points, despite downward price pressure from industry "involution"[23]. - Profit attributable to owners increased by 94% to HK$66.1 million compared to the same period last year[23]. - The coatings segment experienced a 20% decline in sales volume to 79,000 metric tonnes and a 7% decrease in revenue to HK$676 million[25]. - The coatings segment recorded a gross profit margin of 28.8%, an increase of 3.3 percentage points compared to the previous year[25]. - The inks segment recorded a sales volume of 28,000 metric tonnes and revenue of HK$591 million, with revenue decreasing by 8% year-on-year due to lower selling prices[29]. - The gross profit margin for the inks business reached 20.9%, an increase of 0.9 percentage points compared to the previous year, indicating effective cost management[29]. - Segment profit for the inks business was HK$11.3 million, representing a significant decrease of 64% year-on-year due to increased bad debt provisions[29]. - Revenue from the lubricants business declined by 7% to HK$160 million, with a gross profit margin dropping by 1.7 percentage points to 21.9%[34]. - The lubricants segment recorded a profit of HK$6.1 million, a decrease of 12% compared to the previous year, impacted by adverse economic conditions[34]. - The Group reported a profit of HK$66,112,000 for the period, with a total comprehensive income of HK$190,253,000[122]. - The total comprehensive income for the period was HK$190,253,000, a significant recovery from a loss of HK$78,377,000 in the prior year[117]. Dividends and Share Capital - An interim dividend of HK4 cents per share was declared for all shareholders[12]. - The Board declared an interim dividend of HK4 cents per share for the six months ended June 30, 2025, an increase from HK3 cents per share for the same period in 2024[81][78]. - The interim dividend will be payable on or about October 31, 2025, to shareholders listed on the register as of September 24, 2025[81][82]. - The Company held 10,024,000 treasury shares as of June 30, 2025, with plans to determine their future handling based on market conditions and capital management needs[84][80]. - As of June 30, 2025, the total number of issued shares was 568,484,096 shares, including treasury shares[63]. - The total number of employees as of June 30, 2025, was 2,151, with a focus on employee development through training and career planning[54]. Investments and Acquisitions - A new 600,000 metric tonnes acetic acid plant in Jingmen City, Hubei, was successfully commissioned in May 2025, under budget[15]. - A new 600,000 metric tonnes acetate production line commenced production in July 2025, enhancing the Group's production capacity[15]. - The management is actively exploring strategic investments and acquisitions to accelerate the development of the platform, focusing on synergies with existing businesses[40]. - The Group plans to establish a production base in Vietnam to enhance its presence in Southeast Asia and better serve local industrial coatings customers[26]. - The Group aims to enhance its core competitiveness while actively seeking merger and acquisition targets to expand its business[17]. - The Group is actively exploring opportunities for new business development and may invest in or acquire capital assets in the second half of 2025[51]. Financial Position and Ratios - The gearing ratio as of June 30, 2025, was recorded at 18.0%, indicating a healthy financial position[12]. - The Group's gearing ratio as of June 30, 2025, remained at a low level of 18.0%, providing flexibility for future investments in new growth projects[23]. - The Group's gearing ratio as of June 30, 2025, was 18.0%, a decrease of 0.3 percentage points year-on-year, indicating a relatively low level of debt[43]. - As of June 30, 2025, the Group's gross bank borrowings amounted to HK$1,103,146,000, a decrease of 10% from HK$1,226,713,000 as of December 31, 2024[47]. - Net bank borrowings increased to HK$705,000,000, up 11.5% from HK$632,336,000 as of December 31, 2024[47]. - Short-term loans repayable within one year totaled HK$851,546,000, representing a slight decrease of 2.4% from HK$872,313,000 as of December 31, 2024[47]. - Medium to long-term loans accounted for 41% of total bank loans, with HK$205,600,000 repayable within one year included in this category[48]. - The Group has secured banking facilities of HK$2,819,931,000 from 22 banks, with 51% denominated in Hong Kong Dollars and 49% in RMB[50]. - The Group did not incur any significant expenditures or investments in the first half of 2025, resulting in no additional medium to long-term loans[48]. Assets and Liabilities - Consolidated total assets as of June 30, 2025, were HK$6,128,240,000, an increase from HK$6,075,778,000 as of December 31, 2024[148]. - Consolidated total liabilities as of June 30, 2025, were HK$2,187,936,000, compared to HK$2,264,296,000 as of December 31, 2024[148]. - Non-current assets totaled HK$3,721,634, showing a slight increase from HK$3,716,713 in the previous period[119]. - Current assets increased to HK$2,406,606 from HK$2,359,065, primarily driven by a rise in trade receivables, which grew to HK$1,400,192 from HK$1,308,119[120]. - Current liabilities decreased to HK$1,930,564 from HK$1,927,090, with a notable reduction in creditors and accrued charges from HK$925,172 to HK$880,764[120]. - Net current assets improved to HK$476,042 compared to HK$431,975 in the previous period, indicating better liquidity[120]. - Total assets less current liabilities increased to HK$4,197,676 from HK$4,148,688, reflecting overall asset growth[120]. - Non-current liabilities decreased to HK$257,372 from HK$337,206, primarily due to a reduction in borrowings due after one year from HK$294,400 to HK$211,600[120]. - Net assets rose to HK$3,940,304 from HK$3,811,482, indicating a solid increase in the company's equity position[120]. - The equity attributable to owners of the Company increased to HK$3,917,787 from HK$3,789,127, showcasing strong shareholder value growth[120]. Taxation and Compliance - The enterprise income tax (EIT) for the Chinese Mainland increased to HK$10,235,000 in 2025 from HK$4,270,000 in 2024, representing a 139.5% increase[162]. - The land appreciation tax (LAT) recognized in the current period was HK$26,674,000, with no LAT recorded in the same period of the previous year[162]. - The Group has complied with the Corporate Governance Code as set out in the Listing Rules during the reporting period[97]. - The Audit Committee reviewed the Group's unaudited interim financial statements for the six months ended June 30, 2025, ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards[101]. Strategic Vision and Sustainability - The Group established its vision of "Towards a Century of Revered Leadership," integrating sustainability into its development strategies and daily operations[104]. - The Group issues an annual ESG Report, detailing management policies and achievements in environmental, social, and governance aspects[106].

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: 葉氏化工集團有限公司 呈交日期: 2025年9月1日 I. 法定/註冊股本變動 | 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) | 00408 | 說明 | | | | | | | | | | | 法定/註冊股份數目 | | | 面值 | | | 法定/註冊股本 | | | 上月底結存 | | | 800,000,000 | HKD | | 0.1 | HKD | | 80,000,000 | | 增加 / 減少 (-) | | | 0 | | | | HKD | | | | 本月底結存 | | | 800,000,000 | HKD | | | 0.1 HKD | | 80,000,000 | 本月底法定/註冊股本總額： ...

Core Viewpoint - Ye's Chemical Group (00408.HK) reported a decline in revenue for the first half of 2025, while achieving significant growth in net profit attributable to shareholders [1] Financial Performance - Revenue for the first half of 2025 was HKD 1.43 billion, representing an 8% year-on-year decrease [1] - Net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 94% compared to the same period last year, reaching HKD 66.112 million [1] - Earnings per share stood at HKD 0.118, with an interim dividend of HKD 0.04 per share [1]

Core Viewpoint - Ye's Chemical Group (00408) announced an interim dividend of 4 Hong Kong cents per share to be distributed on October 31, 2025 [1] Company Summary - Ye's Chemical Group will distribute an interim dividend of 4 HKD cents per share [1]

Group 1 - The company, Ye's Chemical Group (00408), announced a mid-term dividend of 4 Hong Kong cents per share, to be distributed on October 31, 2025 [1]

Group 1 - The company reported a revenue of HKD 1.43 billion for the first half of 2025, representing a year-on-year decline of 8% [1] - Shareholders' net profit increased by 94% compared to the same period last year, reaching HKD 66.112 million [1] - Earnings per share were HKD 0.118, with an interim dividend of HKD 0.04 per share [1] Group 2 - The overall gross profit margin improved to 24.8%, an increase of 1.7 percentage points from the same period last year [1] - Despite industry competition putting downward pressure on prices, the company improved the gross profit margins of its paint and ink businesses through product mix optimization and effective raw material cost control [1]

| 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公告的內容概不負責，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 | | | --- | --- | | 公告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。 | | | 股票發行人現金股息公告 | | | 發行人名稱 | 葉氏化工集團有限公司 | | 股份代號 | 00408 | | 多櫃檯股份代號及貨幣 | 不適用 | | 相關股份代號及名稱 | 不適用 | | 公告標題 截至二零二五年六月三十日止六個月中期股息 | | | 公告日期 | 2025年8月21日 | | 公告狀態 | 新公告 | | 股息信息 | | | 股息類型 | 中期（半年期） | | 股息性質 | 普通股息 | | 財政年末 | 2025年12月31日 | | 宣派股息的報告期末 | 2025年6月30日 | | 宣派股息 | 每 股 0.04 HKD | | 股東批准日期 | 不適用 | | 香港過戶登記處相關信息 | | | 派息金額及公司預設派發貨幣 | 每 股 0.04 HKD | | 匯率 | 1 HKD : 1 HKD | | 除淨 ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article is that Ye's Chemical Group (00408) reported a decline in revenue but a significant increase in net profit for the first half of 2025 [1] Group 2 - The company's revenue for the first half of 2025 was HKD 1.43 billion, representing an 8% year-on-year decrease [1] - Shareholders' net profit increased by 94% compared to the same period last year, reaching HKD 66.112 million [1] - Earnings per share were HKD 0.118, with an interim dividend of HKD 0.04 per share [1] Group 3 - The overall gross profit margin of the group rose to 24.8%, an increase of 1.7 percentage points from the same period last year [1] - Despite industry pressures leading to price declines, the gross profit margins for the paint and ink businesses improved due to optimized product mix and effective raw material cost control [1]

Core Viewpoint - Yip's Chemical Group (00408.HK) reported a decline in revenue and sales volume due to domestic economic downturn and low consumer spending, but managed to improve gross margins through product optimization and cost control [1] Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ending June 30, 2025, was HKD 1.43 billion, a decrease of 8% year-on-year [1] - Sales volume dropped to 117,000 tons, down 14% compared to the previous year [1] - Overall gross margin increased to 24.8%, up 1.7 percentage points from the same period last year [1] - Shareholder net profit rose by 94% year-on-year to HKD 66.1 million [1] Dividend Announcement - The board declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.04 per share, compared to HKD 0.03 per share in the same period last year [1]