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之內容概不負責， 對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示概不就因本公告全部或任何 部份內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致之任何損失承擔任何責任。 DAISHO MICROLINE HOLDINGS LIMITED 大昌微綫集團有限公司* （於百慕達註冊成立之有限公司） （股份代號：0567） 截至二零二五年三月三十一日止年度之 全年業績公告 大昌微綫集團有限公司（「本公司」，連同其附屬公司統稱「本集團」）董事（「董事」） 會（「董事會」）宣佈本集團截至二零二五年三月三十一日止年度（「本年度」）之初 步綜合業績連同過往相應年度之比較數字如下： 綜合損益表 截至二零二五年三月三十一日止年度 | | | 二零二五年 | 二零二四年 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | 附註 | 港幣千元 | 港幣千元 | | 收益 | 3 | 53,097 | 85,584 | | 銷售成本 | | (42,873) | (67,863) | | 毛利 | | 10,224 | 17,721 | | 其他收入 | 5 | 3,540 | 3,4 ...

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 37,412,000, a slight increase of 0.3% compared to HKD 37,288,000 in the same period of 2023[4] - Gross profit increased to HKD 9,079,000, representing a 12.6% increase from HKD 8,064,000 year-on-year[4] - The net loss for the period was HKD 4,302,000, a decrease of 10.9% from a loss of HKD 4,829,000 in the previous year[5] - Basic and diluted loss per share improved to HKD 0.27 from HKD 0.30, reflecting a 10% reduction in loss per share[4] - The company reported a pre-tax loss of HKD 4,858,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a loss of HKD 4,829,000 in the same period last year[24] - The net loss for the period was approximately HKD 4,900,000, a decrease from HKD 4,300,000 in the same period last year[65] Cash Flow and Liquidity - Cash and cash equivalents increased to HKD 46,480,000 from HKD 37,605,000, showing a growth of 23.5%[6] - The company recorded a significant improvement in operating cash flow, generating HKD 9,379,000 compared to a negative cash flow of HKD 3,879,000 in the same period last year[9] - The net cash generated from operating activities resulted in an increase of HKD 8,932,000, compared to a decrease of HKD (6,734,000) in the previous year[12] - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the reporting period were HKD 46,480,000, an increase from HKD 42,817,000 in the previous year[12] - The group’s cash and cash equivalents were approximately HKD 46,500,000 as of September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 37,600,000 on March 31, 2024[65] Revenue Breakdown - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the revenue from the manufacturing and trading of printed and packaging products was HKD 24,930,000, a decrease of 8.0% from HKD 27,094,000 in 2023[20] - The revenue from the manufacturing and trading of circuit boards was HKD 12,482,000, an increase of 22.5% from HKD 10,194,000 in 2023[20] - Revenue from external customers in Hong Kong decreased to HKD 22,077,000, down 24.5% from HKD 29,252,000 in the previous year[28] - The revenue from the circuit board business was approximately HKD 12,500,000, representing a 22.6% increase from HKD 10,200,000 in the previous year[64] - The revenue from the printing business decreased by 8.1% to approximately HKD 24,900,000, down from HKD 27,100,000 in the same period last year[64] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets less current liabilities stood at HKD 89,959,000, down from HKD 93,827,000, indicating a decrease of 4.5%[6] - The company’s total assets as of September 30, 2024, amounted to HKD 117,951,000, while total liabilities were HKD 28,521,000[27] - As of September 30, 2024, trade receivables amounted to HKD 14,723, a decrease of 42% from HKD 25,394 as of March 31, 2024[48] - The provision for trade receivables decreased to HKD 266 as of September 30, 2024, from HKD 588 as of March 31, 2024, indicating improved credit quality[50] Expenses and Cost Management - The company reported a decrease in administrative expenses to HKD 13,081,000 from HKD 13,450,000, a reduction of 2.7%[4] - The company’s employee costs, including directors' remuneration, increased to HKD 15,148,000 from HKD 14,632,000 in the previous year[31] - Total expenditure on property, plant, and equipment for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 31,000, significantly lower than HKD 2,498,000 for the same period in 2023[39] Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has adopted the corporate governance code as a standard for its governance practices, ensuring compliance with all applicable provisions[79] - The board of directors has confirmed compliance with the standards set forth in the code of conduct for securities trading during the reporting period[85] - The company has appointed a new independent non-executive director and accepted the resignation of another independent non-executive director as of September 20, 2024[85] Legal and Regulatory Matters - The company received a claim from Société Générale's Singapore branch regarding a default on trade financing amounting to approximately $89,849,000[61] - A court ruling on July 10, 2020, reduced the total amount of restrained funds for the subsidiaries to approximately HKD 10,229,000[61] - The company has not reported any further updates regarding the litigation as of the report date[62] Future Outlook and Strategy - The company does not plan any significant investments or capital asset acquisitions in the next twelve months[26] - The company is committed to cost control measures and expanding its customer base across all business segments[71][72] - The company is actively seeking trade opportunities with reliable partners to restore its trading business, having signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding on May 22, 2023, to establish a joint venture for energy and resource-related products and commodity trading[76]

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 37,412,000, a slight increase of 0.3% compared to HKD 37,288,000 in the same period of 2023[5] - Gross profit increased to HKD 9,079,000, representing a 12.6% increase from HKD 8,064,000 year-on-year[5] - The net loss for the period was HKD 4,302,000, an improvement from a net loss of HKD 4,829,000 in the previous year, reflecting a decrease of 10.9%[7] - Other income rose to HKD 2,068,000, up 3.5% from HKD 1,998,000 in the same period last year[5] - The company reported a basic and diluted loss per share of HKD 0.27, an improvement from HKD 0.30 in the previous year[5] - The company reported an overall pre-tax loss of HKD 4,305,000 for the period, compared to a loss of HKD 4,829,000 in the previous year[34][38] - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the company reported a loss attributable to owners of the company of HKD 4,302,000, compared to a loss of HKD 4,829,000 for the same period in 2023, representing a 10.9% improvement in loss[62] - The basic loss per share for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 0.27, compared to HKD 0.30 for the same period in 2023, indicating a decrease of 10% in loss per share[62] - The total net loss decreased to approximately HKD 4,300,000 from HKD 4,900,000 in the previous year[97] Revenue Breakdown - Revenue for the manufacturing and trading of printed and packaging products was HKD 24,930,000, a decrease of 8% from HKD 27,094,000 in the previous year[36] - Revenue from external customers in Hong Kong decreased to HKD 22,077,000 from HKD 29,252,000, representing a decline of 24%[47] - The revenue from the circuit board business was approximately HKD 12,500,000, representing a 22.6% increase from HKD 10,200,000 in the previous year[93] - The printing business recorded revenue of approximately HKD 24,900,000, a decrease of 8.1% from HKD 27,100,000 in the same period last year[93] Assets and Liabilities - Trade receivables decreased significantly to HKD 14,543,000 from HKD 24,836,000, a reduction of 41.5%[9] - Cash and cash equivalents increased to HKD 46,480,000, up 23.4% from HKD 37,605,000 as of March 31, 2024[9] - Total assets less current liabilities stood at HKD 89,959,000, down from HKD 93,827,000, indicating a decrease of 4.3%[9] - Non-current assets in China amounted to HKD 25,536,000, a decrease from HKD 26,749,000 as of March 31, 2024[47] - The total assets allocated to reportable segments were HKD 117,951,000, while total liabilities were HKD 28,521,000 as of September 30, 2024[43] Operational Efficiency and Strategy - The company plans to continue focusing on its core business activities, including manufacturing and trading of printed circuit boards and energy products[30] - The board has reviewed the interim results and is committed to improving operational efficiency and exploring new market opportunities[4] - The circuit board division's performance improved due to effective supplier management, but demand is expected to remain suppressed due to slow global economic recovery[114] - The printing division demonstrated resilience despite facing pressure from weak demand and intense competition, with ongoing cost control measures and inventory optimization[115] - The oil and energy products trading division is actively seeking trade opportunities with reliable partners, with a focus on establishing a joint venture for energy and resource-related products[118] Employee and Operational Costs - The company’s employee costs, including directors' remuneration, increased to HKD 15,148,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, from HKD 14,632,000 in the same period last year, marking an increase of 3.5%[62] - The total employee cost for the period was approximately HKD 15,100,000, an increase from HKD 14,600,000 for the same period last year[106] Investments and Acquisitions - The company is in the process of acquiring Full Smart Inc Limited for approximately USD 3,700,000 (approximately HKD 28,736,000), with a refundable deposit of HKD 13,260,000 already paid[69] - The investment fund division entered into a joint venture agreement to acquire 40% equity in Noricap Fund, which is actively seeking investment opportunities[119] - A loan of approximately HKD 19,800,000 was provided to Noricap Fund for temporary investments, with ongoing work to establish a special purpose fund[121] - The board believes that providing shareholder loans for agreed investments will maximize returns and diversify the group's business and revenue sources[122] Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2024, a director holds 10,000 shares, representing approximately 0.0006% of the issued share capital[126] - As of September 30, 2024, the company has a total of 1,613,287,570 issued shares[132] - Spring Global Enterprises Limited holds 280,000,000 shares, representing 17.36% of the issued share capital[131] - Wu Wencan and his spouse Li Meili jointly hold 420,988,000 shares, accounting for 26.1% of the issued share capital[131] - Anbo Consulting (Hong Kong) Limited is an investment manager holding 103,826,000 shares, which is 6.44% of the issued share capital[131] Compliance and Governance - The interim results for the period were not audited by external auditors but were reviewed by the company's audit committee[136] - The interim report for the six months ending September 30, 2024, will be distributed to shareholders and published on the company's website[137] - The board of directors confirmed compliance with the standard code of conduct for securities trading during the reporting period[134] - The company has no treasury shares as of September 30, 2024[133]

Revenue Performance - The group's total revenue for the year was approximately HKD 85,600,000, an increase of about 2.1% from last year's HKD 83,800,000[23] - Revenue from the printing business increased from approximately HKD 53,000,000 last year to about HKD 59,000,000 this year, an increase of approximately HKD 6,000,000[23] - The group reported a total revenue of HKD 85,584,000 for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, compared to HKD 83,758,000 for the previous year, reflecting an increase of approximately 2.2%[86] - Revenue from the manufacturing and trading of printed products in Hong Kong reached HKD 53,384,000, contributing significantly to the overall revenue[86] - Revenue from the manufacturing and trading of printed circuit boards generated revenue of HKD 26,548,000, down from HKD 30,801,000, reflecting a decrease of 13.3%[116] - Revenue from the manufacturing and trading of printed and packaging products increased to HKD 59,036,000 from HKD 52,957,000, marking an increase of 11.8%[116] - Revenue from external customers for 2024 reached HKD 85,584,000, a slight increase of 2.2% from HKD 83,758,000 in 2023[179] - Revenue breakdown by region shows significant growth in Hong Kong, with earnings of HKD 57,376,000, up 24.6% from HKD 46,054,000 in 2023[179] - European revenue increased by 64.2% to HKD 19,584,000 from HKD 11,926,000 in the previous year[179] - North American revenue saw a decline of 95.1%, dropping to HKD 637,000 from HKD 12,979,000[179] Profitability and Loss - The group's gross profit margin improved to approximately 20.7%, up from about 19.1% last year[25] - The printing business recorded a segment profit of approximately HKD 2,100,000, compared to a segment loss of about HKD 800,000 last year[24] - The group recorded a total net loss of approximately HKD 11.9 million for the year, a decrease from a net loss of approximately HKD 26 million in the previous year[48] - The group's gross profit increased to approximately HKD 17.7 million, compared to approximately HKD 16 million in the previous year, reflecting an increase of about HKD 1.7 million[48] - The total comprehensive loss for the year was HKD 12,101,000, compared to HKD 26,747,000 in the previous year, showing a reduction of 54.8%[105] - The company reported a pre-tax loss of HKD 11,873,000 for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, compared to a loss of HKD 25,868,000 in the previous year, indicating a significant improvement[132] - The company incurred a loss attributable to owners of the company of HKD 11,873,000 for the current year, a significant improvement from the loss of HKD 26,017,000 in the previous year[99] - The company’s net loss for the year was HKD 11,873,000, compared to a net loss of HKD 26,017,000 in the previous year, showing a reduction in losses[132] Financial Position - The capital debt ratio decreased to 0.3% as of March 31, 2024, down from 1.0% in 2023, primarily due to a reduction in lease liabilities of approximately HKD 800,000[26] - The current ratio as of March 31, 2024, was 2.50 times, compared to 2.47 times in 2023[26] - The company’s total liabilities amounted to HKD 31,296,000, with total assets of HKD 125,109,000, indicating a healthy asset-to-liability ratio[89] - The company’s total assets decreased to HKD 78,213,000 from HKD 94,673,000, a decline of about 17% year-over-year[134] - The company’s total liabilities decreased to HKD 31,282,000 from HKD 38,376,000, a reduction of approximately 18%[134] Cash Flow and Investments - As of March 31, 2024, the group's cash and bank balances totaled approximately HKD 37.6 million, down from approximately HKD 49.6 million as of March 31, 2023[49] - The group provided a loan of approximately HKD 19.8 million to Noricap Fund for temporary investments aimed at achieving stable returns[40] - The group has agreed to liquidate temporary investments early due to global economic uncertainties, seeking other risk-adjusted return opportunities[67] - The group’s cash and cash equivalents at the end of the reporting period amounted to HKD 799,000[82] Employee Costs - Total employee costs for the year, including directors' remuneration, were approximately HKD 29,200,000, down from about HKD 33,900,000 last year[31] - Employee costs (excluding directors' remuneration) decreased to HKD 24,585,000 from HKD 28,769,000, reflecting a reduction of 14.3%[181] Corporate Governance and Compliance - The group has complied with all applicable corporate governance code provisions, except for the separation of the roles of Chairman and CEO, which are held by the same individual[68] - The group’s financial statements have been reviewed by its auditor, confirming consistency with the preliminary performance announcement[71] - The group’s operations are delegated to executive directors and senior management, ensuring effective promotion of business development[68] Future Outlook and Strategic Initiatives - The group is actively exploring trade opportunities and intends to resume its trading business, having signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with an independent third party to establish a joint venture for energy and resource-related products trading[39] - The board anticipates that demand for circuit board products will continue to be under pressure due to the slow global economic recovery and uncertainties in the macroeconomic environment[45] - The group has implemented cost control measures and inventory management optimization in response to continued pressure on demand due to the uncertain macroeconomic environment[45] - The group plans to closely monitor the establishment and development of special purpose funds as a favorable investment opportunity for future growth[68] Joint Ventures and Collaborations - The group has entered into a joint venture agreement to acquire a 40% stake in Noricap Fund, which focuses on investment holding and managing special purpose funds[61] - The group holds a 40% ownership interest in joint ventures, with a book value of HKD 477,000, down from HKD 635,000 in the previous year[186] - The group has no capital commitments or contingent liabilities related to joint ventures[190] Loss Provisions and Impairments - The group has recognized an increase in loss provisions amounting to HKD 1,093,000 for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024[81] - The company recognized a net impairment loss of HKD 234,000 on trade receivables, compared to a reversal of HKD 248,000 in the previous year[110] - The group recorded a credit loss of approximately HKD 1,093,000 on joint venture loans for the year ending March 31, 2024, compared to no losses in 2023[188] Miscellaneous - The board does not recommend the payment of a final dividend for the year ending March 31, 2024, consistent with the previous year[56] - The group has not recorded any revenue or loss from its oil and energy products trading and related businesses since 2019, with no segment revenue or loss reported for the current year[46] - The company recorded interest income of HKD 250,000, an increase from HKD 176,000 in the previous year, marking a growth of about 42%[128] - The company’s government subsidies decreased to HKD 220,000 from HKD 431,000, reflecting a decline of about 49%[128]

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 37,288,000, a decrease of 20.2% compared to HKD 46,756,000 in the same period of 2022[3] - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 8,064,000, down 12.4% from HKD 9,211,000 year-on-year[3] - The net loss for the period was HKD 4,829,000, significantly improved from a loss of HKD 20,190,000 in the previous year, representing a reduction of 76.1%[4] - Basic and diluted loss per share improved to HKD 0.30 from HKD 1.24 in the prior year[3] - The company reported a pre-tax loss of HKD 4,858,000 for the period, reflecting ongoing challenges in its operational segments[17] - The company incurred a loss before tax of HKD 20,219,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 20,190,000 for the same period in 2022[25] - The total net loss decreased from approximately HKD 20.2 million in the previous year to about HKD 4.9 million in the current period[58] Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from the manufacturing and trading of printed and packaging products was HKD 27,094,000, down 15.9% from HKD 32,211,000 year-on-year[14] - The manufacturing and trading of circuit boards generated revenue of HKD 10,194,000, a decline of 30.1% compared to HKD 14,545,000 in the previous year[14] - The revenue from the circuit board business was approximately HKD 10.2 million, down 29.7% from HKD 14.5 million in the previous year[55] - The printing business generated revenue of approximately HKD 27.1 million, a decrease of 16.1% from HKD 32.3 million in the same period last year[55] - The oil and energy products trading segment has not recorded any revenue since 2019 due to its suspension[54] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of September 30, 2023, were HKD 100,719,000, compared to HKD 106,227,000 as of March 31, 2023[6] - The company’s total liabilities as of September 30, 2023, were HKD 28,256,000, a decrease from HKD 38,689,000 as of March 31, 2023[20] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to HKD 42,817,000 from HKD 49,606,000 in the previous period[5] - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period stood at HKD 42,817,000, down from HKD 44,404,000 at the end of the previous period[9] - The total liabilities for trade payables decreased significantly to HKD 10,442,000 in September 2023 from HKD 22,272,000 in March 2023, a reduction of 53%[41] Operational Segments - The company has identified major operational segments including manufacturing and trading of circuit boards, oil and energy products, and investment funds[13][15] - The circuit board business recorded a segment loss of approximately HKD 1.8 million, compared to a segment loss of HKD 300,000 in the previous year, indicating an increase in losses[55] - The printing business reported a segment loss of approximately HKD 300,000, an improvement from a segment loss of HKD 800,000 in the previous year[56] - The decrease in revenue was primarily due to weak global economic recovery affecting customer demand[55] Cash Flow and Investments - The net cash used in investing activities was HKD 2,486,000, an improvement from HKD 10,451,000 in the prior period[9] - The net decrease in cash and cash equivalents was HKD 6,734,000, compared to a decrease of HKD 10,535,000 in the same period last year[9] - The group has no plans for significant investments or capital asset acquisitions in the next twelve months[67] - The group has invested approximately HKD 19,800,000 in shareholder loans to the joint venture, which is expected to provide maximum returns by investing in emerging industries such as energy and technology[80] Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2023, the company has a total of 1,613,287,570 issued shares[89] - Spring Global Enterprises Limited holds 280,000,000 shares, representing 17.36% of the issued share capital[89] - Wu Wencan and Li Meili jointly hold 299,180,000 shares, accounting for 18.55% of the issued share capital[89] - The company’s major shareholders include Ample Cheer Limited and Jin Li Feng Financial Limited, each holding 120,068,000 shares, or 7.44% of the issued share capital[89] Corporate Governance - The audit committee reviewed the consolidated financial statements for the period, agreeing on all accounting treatment methods adopted[91] - The company has adopted a standard code of conduct for securities trading by its directors, with all directors confirming compliance during the period[88] - The company has not reported any changes in director information aside from those disclosed[90] - The board recommended not to declare an interim dividend for the period[70]

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之內容概不負責， 對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示概不就因本公告全部或任何 部分內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致之任何損失承擔任何責任。 DAISHO MICROLINE HOLDINGS LIMITED 大 昌 微 綫 集 團 有 限 公 司* （於百慕達註冊成立之有限公司） （股份代號：0567） 中期業績公告 截至二零二三年九月三十日止六個月 ...

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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公告之內容概不負責， 對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示概不就因本公告全部或任何 部份內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致之任何損失承擔任何責任。 DAISHO MICROLINE HOLDINGS LIMITED 大 昌 微 綫 集 團 有 限 公 司* （於百慕達註冊成立之有限公司） （股份代號：0567） 截至二零二三年三月三十一日止年度之 全年業績公告 大昌微綫集團有限公司（「本公司」，連同其附屬公司統稱「本集團」）董事（「董事」） 會（「董事會」）宣佈本集團截至二零二三年三月三十一日止年度之初步綜合業績連 同過往相應年度之比較數字如下： 綜合損益表 截至二零二三年三月三十一日止年度 二零二三年 二零二二年 附註 港幣千元 港幣千元 持續經營業務 收益 3 83,758 106,471 ...

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2022, was HKD 46,756,000, a decrease of 6.5% compared to HKD 49,911,000 in the same period of 2021[4] - The loss from continuing operations before tax was HKD 20,219,000, compared to a loss of HKD 15,378,000 in the previous year, indicating a worsening financial performance[4] - Total comprehensive loss for the period was HKD 19,232,000, slightly higher than the loss of HKD 19,174,000 in the same period last year[6] - The company reported a loss of HKD 20,190,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2022, compared to a loss of HKD 16,873,000 for the same period in 2021, indicating an increase in losses of approximately 19.5%[12] - The group reported a pre-tax loss of HKD 20,219,000 for the period, compared to a pre-tax loss of HKD 16,915,000 in the previous year[27] - The group reported a total net loss of approximately HKD 20,200,000 for the period, an increase from approximately HKD 16,900,000 in the previous year, mainly due to a loss of approximately HKD 15,300,000 from the cancellation of subsidiary consolidation[99] Revenue Breakdown - The group reported revenue from the manufacturing and trading of circuit boards at HKD 14,545,000, a decrease of 23.2% from HKD 19,046,000 in the previous year[19] - Revenue from the manufacturing and trading of printing and packaging products was HKD 32,211,000, an increase of 4.4% from HKD 30,865,000 in the previous year[19] - Revenue from Hong Kong increased to HKD 28,580,000, up 5.2% from HKD 27,152,000 year-on-year[41] - Revenue from North America decreased to HKD 7,096,000, down 10% from HKD 7,889,000 in the previous year[41] - Revenue from China dropped significantly to HKD 4,151,000, a decline of 53.8% from HKD 8,994,000 in the same period last year[41] Asset Management - Non-current assets decreased to HKD 51,106,000 from HKD 50,543,000, showing a slight increase in asset management efficiency[7] - Current assets decreased to HKD 102,510,000 from HKD 125,065,000, indicating a reduction in liquidity[7] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to HKD 44,404,000 from HKD 55,012,000, indicating a decline in cash reserves[7] - The company’s total equity as of September 30, 2022, was HKD 113,429,000, down from HKD 132,661,000 at the beginning of the period, reflecting a decline of approximately 14.5%[11] Cash Flow and Financing - The operating cash flow before changes in working capital was a negative HKD 911,000, a significant improvement from a negative HKD 12,016,000 in the previous year[12] - The company recorded a net cash outflow from investing activities of HKD 10,451,000, a decrease from a net inflow of HKD 52,008,000 in the prior year, primarily due to increased capital expenditures[13] - The company’s cash outflow from financing activities was HKD 491,000, a significant reduction from HKD 41,528,000 in the previous year, indicating a decrease in debt repayment activities[13] Impairment and Loss Provisions - The company reported a significant impairment loss reversal of HKD 292,000 on trade receivables, compared to a loss of HKD 1,923,000 in the previous year[4] - The company reported a decrease in trade receivables impairment losses, with a reversal of HKD 292,000 compared to a loss of HKD 1,923,000 in the previous year, suggesting improved collection efforts[12] - The group reported a decrease in loss provisions for trade receivables from HKD 6,211,000 to HKD 830,000[64] Shareholder and Capital Structure - The group raised approximately HKD 79,100,000 through a rights issue, which was fully utilized for proposed purposes without discrepancies between proposed and actual uses[102] - The group issued 806,643,785 new shares at a subscription price of HKD 0.1 per share during the rights issue completed on December 16, 2021[74] - As of September 30, 2022, major shareholders include Spring Global Enterprises Limited and Wu Wenchan, each holding approximately 17.36% of the issued share capital[130] Legal Matters - The company is involved in ongoing litigation with former executive Chen Xi Ming, claiming approximately HKD 4,300,000 for various compensations, which the board believes is unlikely to result in a financial outflow[80] - The company is also engaged in litigation with Société Générale regarding a claim for approximately USD 89,849,000 related to trade financing defaults, with a court ruling reducing the amount to approximately HKD 10,229,000[84] - The company has made a claim against Inter-Pacific Group for the return of a deposit amounting to HKD 14,574,000 related to the acquisition of two vessels[89] Operational Challenges and Outlook - The demand for the circuit board segment is expected to remain under pressure due to the resurgence of COVID-19 and lockdown measures in major cities[119] - The printing segment anticipates continued pressure on profitability due to rising raw material prices and inflation, but expects improvement following recent economic stimulus measures in China[120] - The oil and energy products trade segment is facing challenges, yet global commodity demand is projected to continue growing despite volatility in international oil prices[122] Corporate Governance and Management - The management structure is designed to effectively promote operational and business development, with the roles of chairman and CEO distinctly separated[127] - The company has complied with all applicable corporate governance codes during the reporting period[126] - The group's interim results for the six months ended September 30, 2022, have not been audited by external auditors, but the audit committee has reviewed the accounting principles and practices adopted[136]

Economic Outlook - The global economic growth for 2022 and 2023 is projected at 3.6%, lower than previous forecasts, impacting the company's business operations [8]. - The circuit board division focuses on automotive and AI construction equipment, with a demand forecast under pressure due to COVID-19 and geopolitical tensions [9]. - The printing division faces challenges from rising raw material prices due to supply chain disruptions caused by the pandemic and the Ukraine war [10]. - The energy products trading division sees stable demand, but supply chain issues have led to a surge in commodity prices, with Brent crude reaching its highest level since 2014 [11]. Financial Performance - The company reported a significant increase in revenue, achieving a total of $X million for the fiscal year, representing a Y% growth compared to the previous year [21]. - The total revenue of the group was approximately HKD 106.5 million, an increase of 56.8% compared to last year's HKD 67.9 million [34]. - Revenue from the printing business, acquired on August 12, 2020, contributed approximately HKD 36.1 million, leading to an overall increase in revenue to approximately HKD 70.8 million [34]. - The revenue from the circuit board business was approximately HKD 35.7 million, a 12.3% increase from last year's HKD 31.8 million, driven by increased demand from overseas customers [35]. - The group recorded a segment loss of approximately HKD 200,000 from the oil trading business, which had no revenue due to its suspension [34]. - The net loss for the year was approximately HKD 29.1 million, a reduction from last year's loss of approximately HKD 67 million [36]. - The company provided guidance for the next fiscal year, projecting revenue growth of A% and an expected EBITDA margin of B% [21]. Investment and Growth Strategies - A memorandum of understanding was signed in June 2022 to establish a special purpose fund, aimed at investing in emerging sectors like energy and technology [12]. - The establishment of the special purpose fund is expected to diversify the company's business and revenue sources, positively impacting cash flow and debt ratios [12]. - The company plans to closely monitor external environments and explore investment and growth opportunities across various business sectors [13]. - The company is investing H million in R&D to develop new technologies aimed at improving product offerings and customer experience [21]. - Strategic partnerships are being formed to leverage synergies, with an expected impact of I million in additional revenue [21]. Operational Efficiency and Cost Management - Recent acquisitions are expected to enhance operational efficiency, with projected cost savings of G million annually [21]. - The company has implemented new operational strategies that are projected to improve overall profitability by J% [21]. - The group will continue to implement cost control measures and expand its customer base in response to the challenging economic environment [54]. Sustainability and ESG Initiatives - The management team emphasized a commitment to sustainability, with plans to reduce carbon emissions by K% over the next five years [21]. - The group aims to align its ESG goals with national carbon neutrality visions to enhance corporate reputation [122]. - The company has implemented a climate change policy to manage climate-related risks and has conducted a climate risk assessment to identify potential business impacts [164]. - The company actively implements measures to monitor and reduce emissions, including regular maintenance of vehicles and compliance with local emission regulations [134]. - The company has received no significant legal violations related to emissions and waste management during the reporting period [132]. Employee and Workforce Management - As of March 31, 2022, the company employed 349 staff, an increase from 262 staff in the previous year, reflecting a growth of approximately 33.2% [168]. - The employee distribution includes 92 males and 170 females, with the majority (108) aged between 41-50 years [168]. - The company provides competitive compensation and additional benefits, including various types of leave, insurance, and bonuses, to attract and retain talent [171]. - Employee turnover rate is 35%, with male turnover at 41% and female turnover at 32% [174]. - The company has implemented strict health and safety measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including temperature checks and mandatory mask-wearing [184]. Supply Chain and Procurement - A total of 152 suppliers from China were engaged during the reporting period, with a focus on evaluating their qualifications and performance [195]. - The group has established a "Green Procurement Management System" to prioritize suppliers that use environmentally friendly products and services [196]. - Regular performance evaluations of existing suppliers are conducted to manage potential environmental and social risks in the supply chain [197]. Legal and Compliance - The company has no significant contingent liabilities or capital commitments as of March 31, 2022 [44][45]. - The group has implemented a "Product Safety and Risk Control Procedure" to regulate quality management processes for products and services [199]. - All employees are required to provide accurate personal identification information to ensure legal employment [192].