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长盈集团(控股)(00689.HK)盈喜:预计上半年纯利不少于1000万港元
Ge Long Hui· 2025-08-21 10:10
格隆汇8月21日丨长盈集团(控股)(00689.HK)发布公告,2025年上半年,相对于2024年上半年所录得约 100万港元的溢利,集团预期于2025年上半年将录得公司拥有人应占溢利不少于1000万港元。溢利增加 主要为(i)2025年上半年因加拿大元及纽西兰元兑港元升值而确认汇兑收益约810万港元(2024年上半年: 汇兑亏损380万港元);(ii)主要与石油勘探及生产业务有关的所得税开支增加至约150万港元(2024年上半 年:40万港元);及(iii)确认与公司股本重组及石油勘探及生产业务的参与及营运协议相关的专业费用约 40万港元(2024年上半年:无)的综合影响。 ...
长盈集团(控股)(00689) - 正面盈利预告
2025-08-21 10:06
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佈的內容概不負責,對其準確 性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明,並明確表示不會就本公佈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。 (於百慕達註冊成立之有限公司) (股份代號:689) 正面盈利預告 本公佈乃由本公司根據上市規則第 13.09(2)條及證券及期貨條例第 XIVA 部項下的內 幕消息條文而作出。 董事會謹此通知股東及有意投資者,相對於二零二四年上半年所錄得約 1.0 百萬港元 之溢利,本集團預期於二零二五年上半年錄得本公司擁有人應佔溢利不少於 10.0 百 萬港元。本公佈所載資料僅基於董事會對本集團二零二五年上半年之未經審核管理 賬目所作出的初步評估,惟未經本公司之審核委員會確認或審閱。 有關本集團的財務業績及表現之進一步詳情將於二零二五年八月二十九日作出公佈 之本公司二零二五年上半年之中期業績公佈中披露。 股東及有意投資者於買賣本公司股份時務請審慎行事。 本公佈乃由長盈集團(控股)有限公司(「本公司」,連同其附屬公司統稱「本集團」) 根據香港聯合交易所有限公司證券上市規則(「上市規則」)第 13.09(2)條及香港法例 ...
长盈集团(控股)(00689.HK)拟8月29日举行董事会会议以审批中期业绩
Ge Long Hui· 2025-08-18 09:30
格隆汇8月18日丨长盈集团(控股)(00689.HK)公告,公司将于2025年8月29日(星期五)举行董事会会议, 藉以(其中包括)批准公司及其附属公司截至2025年6月30日止6个月中期业绩。 ...
长盈集团(控股)(00689) - 董事会会议通告
2025-08-18 09:16
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佈之內容概不負責,對 其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明,並明確表示不會就本公佈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。 (於百慕達註冊成立之有限公司) (股份代號 : 689) 香港,二零二五年八月十八日 於本公佈日期,董事會包括三名執行董事陳瑞源先生、白志峰先生及王京璐先生;以及三名獨 立非執行董事潘治平先生、丘煥法先生及焦捷女士。 董事會會議通告 長盈集團(控股)有限公司(「本公司」)董事會(「董事會」)欣然宣佈,本公司將於 二零二五年八月二十九日(星期五)舉行董事會會議,藉以(其中包括)批准本公司 及其附屬公司截至二零二五年六月三十日止六個月之中期業績。 承董事會命 長盈集團(控股)有限公司 執行董事 陳瑞源 * 僅供識別 ...
长盈集团(控股)(00689) - 截至二零二五年七月三十一日止月份之股份发行人的证券变动月报表
2025-08-01 02:56
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7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: 長盈集團(控股)有限公司 呈交日期: 2025年8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) | 00689 | 說明 普通股 | | | | | | | | | 法定/註冊股份數目 | | 面值 | | 法定/註冊股本 | | | 上月底結存 | | 100,000,000,000 | HKD | | 0.01 HKD | | 1,000,000,000 | | 增加 / 減少 (-) | | 0 | | | HKD | | 0 | | 本月底結存 | | 100,000,000,000 | HKD | | 0.01 HKD | | 1,000,000,000 | 本月底法定/註冊股本總額: HKD 1,000,00 ...
长盈集团(控股)(00689) - 2025 - 年度业绩
2025-07-21 08:42
[Supplemental Announcement: Discloseable Transaction and 2024 Annual Report](index=1&type=section&id=%E8%A3%9C%E5%85%85%E5%85%AC%E4%BD%88%EF%BC%9A%E6%9C%89%E9%97%9C(1)%E9%A0%88%E4%BA%88%E6%8A%AB%E9%9C%B2%E4%BA%A4%E6%98%93%EF%BC%9B%E5%8F%8A(2)%E4%BA%8C%E9%9B%B6%E4%BA%8C%E5%9B%9B%E5%B9%B4%E5%B9%B4%E5%A0%B1) [Supplemental Information on the Discloseable Transaction](index=1&type=section&id=1.%20%E9%A0%88%E4%BA%88%E6%8A%AB%E9%9C%B2%E4%BA%A4%E6%98%93%E4%B9%8B%E8%A3%9C%E5%85%85%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99) This section details the rationale behind the oil well transaction, focusing on cost reasonableness and the structure of exploitation rights [Well Cost Assessment](index=1&type=section&id=1.1%20%E6%B2%B9%E4%BA%95%E6%88%90%E6%9C%AC) The company justifies the fairness and reasonableness of the well cost through a multi-dimensional assessment, including comparative analysis and market inquiries Well Cost Cap | Item | Amount (CAD) | | :--- | :--- | | Estimated Well Cost Cap | Not exceeding 1,298,511 | - Compared to two adjacent wells, the target well demonstrates **superior cost-effectiveness** with lower ratios of DCET to horizontal length and DCET to 30-day initial production[3](index=3&type=chunk) - The Group assessed the reasonableness of approximately **70% of the well costs**, including surface lease, drilling, equipment, and completion, through market quotations or tenders[5](index=5&type=chunk) [Exploitation Rights Arrangement](index=2&type=section&id=1.2%20%E9%96%8B%E6%8E%A1%E6%AC%8A%E7%9B%8A) The company outlines the exploitation rights structure, designed to accelerate payback and ensure stable, long-term profitability comparable to existing assets Exploitation Rights Allocation Structure | Phase | Group's Exploitation Rights Percentage | | :--- | :--- | | Before Cost Recovery | 70% | | After Cost Recovery | 50% | - The higher **70% interest before cost recovery** is designed to achieve a faster break-even point compared to the Group's existing wells[6](index=6&type=chunk)[7](index=7&type=chunk) - The **50% interest after cost recovery** ensures stable income over the well's life with reduced operating costs, yielding net profits and margins similar to existing wells[6](index=6&type=chunk)[7](index=7&type=chunk) [Supplemental Information on the 2024 Annual Report](index=3&type=section&id=2.%20%E4%BA%8C%E9%9B%B6%E4%BA%8C%E5%9B%9B%E5%B9%B4%E5%B9%B4%E5%A0%B1%E4%B9%8B%E8%A3%9C%E5%85%85%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99) This section provides supplemental details on the company's share option scheme from the 2024 annual report, clarifying grants, available options, and holding periods [Share Option Scheme Details](index=3&type=section&id=2.1%20%E8%B3%BC%E8%82%A1%E6%AC%8A%E8%A8%88%E5%8A%83) The company clarifies that no share options were granted during the year, and outlines the total options available and the absence of a minimum holding period - **No share options were granted** during the year ended December 31, 2024[8](index=8&type=chunk) Number of Share Options Available for Grant (as of 2024) | Date | Number of Options Available for Grant | | :--- | :--- | | January 1, 2024 | 524,034,404 shares | | December 31, 2024 | 524,034,404 shares | - Under the share option scheme, there is **no minimum holding period** for granted options before they become exercisable, unless otherwise specified by the Board[8](index=8&type=chunk)
长盈集团(控股)(00689) - 2024 - 年度财报
2025-04-29 09:20
Financial Performance - For the fiscal year 2024, the group's revenue slightly decreased by 0.5% to HKD 82,690,000 compared to HKD 83,082,000 in 2023[11] - The group recorded a loss attributable to shareholders of HKD 196,000 in 2024, a significant decline from a profit of HKD 21,500,000 in 2023[11] - The group experienced a foreign exchange loss of HKD 9,446,000 due to the depreciation of the Canadian dollar against the Hong Kong dollar, compared to a foreign exchange gain of HKD 2,580,000 in 2023[11] - The expected credit loss provision for debt instruments decreased to HKD 315,000 from HKD 8,832,000 in 2023, impacting overall performance[11] - The lending business experienced a 66% decrease in revenue to HKD 846,000 in fiscal year 2024, primarily due to lower average loan amounts granted[35] - The group reported a loss attributable to equity holders of HKD 196,000 in 2024, a decline from a profit of HKD 21,500,000 in 2023, primarily due to losses in the lending and securities investment segments[51] - The group's total assets as of December 31, 2024, were HKD 436,984,000, compared to HKD 445,095,000 in 2023, with a debt-to-asset ratio of approximately 9%[52] - The group's bank and other interest income increased by 30% to HKD 7,642,000 in 2024, up from HKD 5,856,000 in 2023, driven by higher average funds applied to time deposits[53] Oil and Gas Operations - The Canadian oil assets contributed revenue of HKD 73,059,000, with EBITDA of HKD 43,826,000 and operating profit of HKD 19,275,000, compared to HKD 71,597,000, HKD 38,568,000, and HKD 17,874,000 respectively in 2023[9] - The average selling price of crude oil from Canadian assets was CAD 84.1 per barrel in fiscal year 2024, compared to CAD 78.2 per barrel in 2023[24] - The company produced approximately 173,900 barrels of crude oil in fiscal year 2024, down from 183,900 barrels in 2023[24] - In the fiscal year 2024, the company produced approximately 173,900 barrels of crude oil from its Canadian oil assets, a decrease from 183,900 barrels in fiscal year 2023[173] - The company aims to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions density (tons of CO2 equivalent per thousand barrels) by approximately 9.45% in fiscal year 2024 compared to fiscal year 2023, primarily due to the use of more efficient diesel-powered drilling equipment[179] - The company has set a target to gradually reduce its greenhouse gas emissions density over the next five years, using 21.88 tons of CO2 equivalent per thousand barrels as the baseline year of 2022[178] Solar Energy Business - The solar energy business generated revenue of HKD 8,286,000, EBITDA of HKD 8,002,000, and operating profit of HKD 2,724,000, showing slight growth from HKD 8,160,000, HKD 7,735,000, and HKD 2,661,000 in 2023[10] - The company has invested a total of HKD 58,265,000 in solar energy projects under the Feed-in Tariff Scheme[20] - The solar energy business recorded a revenue increase of 2% to HKD 8,286,000 in fiscal year 2024, despite a 3% decrease in sunlight hours[34] - The total investment in solar power projects reached HKD 58,265,000, with an operational capacity of approximately 3,200 kW from 50 solar photovoltaic systems[34] - The company continues to invest in solar energy projects in Hong Kong, contributing to the government's carbon neutrality goals by 2025[176] - The company operates 50 solar photovoltaic systems as of December 31, 2024, demonstrating its commitment to renewable energy and carbon emission reduction[200] Risk Management and Compliance - The group faces significant business risks from global economic conditions and international financial markets, which are beyond its control[62] - The group is exposed to financial risks related to interest rates, foreign currencies, and liquidity, with management policies in place to mitigate these risks[65] - The company has established various risk management policies and procedures across its business units to regularly identify and assess risks[137] - The audit committee reviewed the effectiveness of the group's risk management and internal control systems[133] - The company has adopted an anti-fraud and anti-corruption policy, emphasizing a zero-tolerance approach towards fraud and corruption[140] - The company has implemented internal guidelines to ensure compliance with local environmental laws and regulations[174] Corporate Governance - The company has a strong focus on compliance with legal and regulatory requirements as outlined in the corporate governance report[77] - The company has adopted a board diversity policy that considers skills, industry experience, and other factors when determining the optimal board composition[125] - The board consists of six members, including three executive directors and three independent non-executive directors, ensuring a balanced composition for independent judgment[120] - The company has established a shareholder communication policy to ensure timely and equal access to comprehensive information for shareholders[149] - The company has complied with all applicable provisions of the corporate governance code as of December 31, 2024, with some deviations explained[110] Environmental Impact - The company is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing energy-saving and emission reduction management[166] - The company has not reported any significant violations of environmental laws and regulations in fiscal year 2024 related to emissions and waste management[177] - Total greenhouse gas emissions decreased from 3,853.72 tons CO2 equivalent in 2023 to 3,299.91 tons CO2 equivalent in 2024, representing a reduction of approximately 14.4%[180] - The total amount of hazardous waste increased significantly from 140.89 tons in 2023 to 265.72 tons in 2024, an increase of about 88.5%[185] - The company emphasizes minimizing environmental impact and strictly adheres to local environmental laws and regulations in its operations[197] Employee and Workforce - The total employee cost for the year was HKD 13,411,000, an increase of HKD 1,684,000 from HKD 11,727,000 in 2023, primarily due to severance payments[61] - The group employed 23 staff members as of December 31, 2024, down from 26 in 2023, with 16 based in Hong Kong and 7 in Canada[61] - The employee gender ratio, including senior management, is approximately 3:2 as of December 31, 2024, indicating gender diversity within the workforce[127] - The company encourages employees to adopt energy-saving practices and has set goals to enhance energy awareness through annual activities starting from 2022[190] Future Outlook - The company anticipates continued volatility in international oil prices in 2025 due to various geopolitical and economic factors[8] - The company plans to drill three to four new wells in 2025, depending on market conditions, including oil prices and drilling costs[28] - The company aims to diversify its energy portfolio, focusing on both oil and solar assets for long-term sustainable growth[14]
长盈集团(控股)(00689) - 2024 - 年度业绩
2025-03-31 14:52
Financial Performance - Total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, was HKD 82,690,000, a slight decrease of 0.5% compared to HKD 83,082,000 in 2023[2] - The company reported a loss before tax of HKD 2,933,000, down from a profit of HKD 22,334,000 in the previous year[3] - The net loss attributable to the company for the year was HKD 198,000, compared to a profit of HKD 21,500,000 in 2023[3] - The overall revenue for the group slightly decreased by 0.5% to HKD 82,690,000 in fiscal year 2024, compared to HKD 83,082,000 in 2023, resulting in a loss attributable to shareholders of HKD 196,000, down from a profit of HKD 21,500,000[40] - The company reported a total loss of HKD 198,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to a profit of HKD 21,500,000 in 2023[15] Revenue Sources - The company’s revenue sources include oil exploration and production, solar energy, lending, and investment securities[8] - Oil sales, net of royalties, increased to HKD 73,059,000 from HKD 71,597,000, representing a growth of 2.0%[2] - Revenue from solar energy sales was HKD 8,286,000 in 2024, up from HKD 8,160,000 in 2023, marking a growth of 1.54%[9] - In the fiscal year 2024, the Canadian oil assets contributed revenue of HKD 73,059,000, an increase from HKD 71,597,000 in 2023, with EBITDA rising to HKD 43,826,000 from HKD 38,568,000[38][41] - The solar energy business generated revenue of HKD 8,286,000 in fiscal year 2024, up from HKD 8,160,000 in 2023, with EBITDA increasing to HKD 8,002,000 from HKD 7,735,000[39][44] Asset Management - Total assets decreased to HKD 436,412,000 from HKD 434,858,000, a marginal decline of 0.4%[4] - Non-current assets decreased to HKD 209,602,000 from HKD 245,886,000, a reduction of 14.7%[4] - The company’s total assets as of December 31, 2024, were HKD 209,602,000, down from HKD 245,886,000 in 2023, a decrease of 14.74%[17] - The group’s total assets as of December 31, 2024, were HKD 436,984,000, down from HKD 445,095,000 in 2023[53] Financial Losses and Provisions - Interest income significantly decreased to HKD 846,000 from HKD 3,282,000, a decline of 74.2%[2] - Interest income from lending activities decreased significantly to HKD 846,000 in 2024 from HKD 2,490,000 in 2023, a decline of 66.06%[9] - The expected credit loss provision for lending activities was HKD 1,697,000 in 2024, compared to a reversal of HKD 2,468,000 in 2023[15] - The expected credit loss provision for the lending business was HKD 1,382,000 in fiscal year 2024, compared to a reversal of HKD 11,300,000 in 2023, primarily due to a decrease in the market value of collateral[46] - The group recognized an expected credit loss provision of HKD 315,000 for debt instruments, a significant decrease from HKD 8,832,000 in 2023[51] Operational Costs - Total employee costs increased to HKD 13,411,000 in 2024 from HKD 11,727,000 in 2023, representing a growth of approximately 14.4%[24] - Depreciation expenses rose to HKD 30,301,000 in 2024, up from HKD 26,129,000 in 2023, indicating an increase of about 16.6%[24] Foreign Exchange and Tax - The company experienced a net loss of HKD 9,446,000 from foreign exchange in 2024, contrasting with a gain of HKD 2,580,000 in 2023[19] - The income tax expense related to oil exploration and production increased to HKD 3,131,000 in fiscal year 2024, compared to HKD 834,000 in 2023[40] Shareholder and Governance - The company did not declare any dividends for the fiscal year 2024, consistent with 2023[25] - The company has complied with all applicable provisions of the Corporate Governance Code, except for the vacancy in the positions of Chairman and CEO[58][60] - The audit committee has reviewed the consolidated financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2024, which were formally approved by the board[63] Future Plans and Investments - The company plans to conduct a capital reorganization involving share consolidation and capital reduction, which was approved by shareholders[35] - The net proceeds from the placement will be allocated as follows: 20% for drilling new oil wells and enhancing production in Canadian oil assets, 10% for general working capital, and 70% for identified or potential investment opportunities[55] - The company is actively developing solar energy projects under the Feed-in Tariff Scheme, which allows participants to sell renewable energy at higher rates until the end of 2033[57] - The company aims to establish a diversified and balanced energy portfolio, including both oil and solar assets, to create long-term value for shareholders[57] Market Conditions - The average oil price fluctuated between USD 70 and USD 90 per barrel in 2023, with a peak of USD 84 per barrel in April 2024[37] - The average sunlight hours reported by the Hong Kong Observatory decreased by 3% to approximately 1,810 hours in fiscal year 2024, impacting solar energy generation[44]
长盈集团(控股)(00689) - 2024 - 中期财报
2024-09-27 08:38
Financial Performance - For the first half of 2024, the company recorded a revenue decrease of 5% to HKD 36,841,000 compared to HKD 38,618,000 for the same period in 2023[7]. - The company's profit attributable to shareholders decreased to HKD 1,034,000, down from HKD 16,377,000 in the previous year[7]. - The group’s overall profit attributable to equity holders was HKD 1,034,000 for the first half of 2024, significantly down from HKD 16,377,000 for the same period in 2023[21]. - The group reported a profit of HKD 1,034,000 for the period, compared to HKD 16,377,000 in the same period last year, indicating a substantial decrease[43]. - The group’s basic earnings per share decreased to HKD 0.02 from HKD 0.31 year-on-year, reflecting the overall decline in profitability[29]. - The group’s pre-tax profit decreased to HKD 1,446,000 from HKD 16,792,000 year-on-year, with net profit for the period at HKD 1,034,000 compared to HKD 16,377,000 previously[29]. Revenue Breakdown - The Canadian oil assets contributed revenue of HKD 32,605,000, with EBITDA of HKD 18,865,000 and operating profit of HKD 7,182,000 for the first half of 2024[6]. - The solar energy business generated revenue of HKD 3,759,000, with EBITDA of HKD 3,638,000 and operating profit of HKD 998,000 during the same period[6]. - Revenue from the solar energy business in the first half of 2024 was HKD 3,759,000, a slight decrease from HKD 3,790,000 in the previous period, while operating profit decreased by 18% to HKD 998,000[10]. - The group reported total revenue of HKD 36,841,000 from oil sales, a decrease from HKD 38,618,000 in the same period last year, while electricity sales remained relatively stable at HKD 3,759,000 compared to HKD 3,790,000[29]. - Oil sales revenue was HKD 32,605,000, slightly down from HKD 32,804,000 in the previous year, reflecting a decrease of 0.6%[40]. Credit Loss Provisions - The expected credit loss provision for debt instruments decreased to HKD 350,000 from HKD 3,824,000 in the previous year[7]. - The expected credit loss provision for receivables was HKD 395,000, compared to a reversal of HKD 9,719,000 in the previous year[7]. - Expected credit loss provisions amounted to HKD 395,000, primarily due to a decrease in the market value of properties pledged by borrowers[11]. - The expected credit loss provision for the period was HKD 395,000, compared to a reversal of HKD 9,719,000 for the same period last year[68]. - The total expected credit loss provision as of January 1, 2023, was HKD 23,800,000, with adjustments made throughout the year[70]. Asset and Liability Management - The total assets of the group as of June 30, 2024, were HKD 436,969,000, a decrease from HKD 445,095,000 as of December 31, 2023[22]. - The group's current assets increased to HKD 215,799,000 as of June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 199,209,000 as of December 31, 2023[22]. - The company's total liabilities decreased from HKD 31,405,000 to HKD 28,966,000, a reduction of approximately 7%[30]. - Total liabilities decreased to HKD 34,905,000 from HKD 41,642,000, reflecting a reduction in financial obligations[47]. - The group's debt instruments measured at fair value through other comprehensive income totaled HKD 3,312,000 as of June 30, 2024, down from HKD 3,662,000 as of December 31, 2023, with a fair value loss of HKD 350,000 recognized[19]. Investment and Capital Expenditures - The company invested a total of HKD 58,265,000 in solar power projects under the feed-in tariff scheme by June 30, 2024[6]. - Capital expenditures for EPR in the first half of 2024 amounted to CAD 21,000 (equivalent to HKD 119,000), primarily for new well drilling[9]. - The group currently operates 50 solar photovoltaic systems with a total grid-connected capacity of approximately 3,200 kW, with total investment in these solar projects reaching HKD 58,265,000[10]. Employee and Management Costs - As of June 30, 2024, the group had 24 employees, an increase from 22 employees as of June 30, 2023, with total employee costs amounting to HKD 6,393,000, up from HKD 5,610,000 in the previous year, reflecting an increase of HKD 783,000 due to the rise in employee numbers[27]. - The company reported a total remuneration for key management personnel of HKD 1,272,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 1,176,000 for the same period in 2023, reflecting an increase of approximately 8.15%[92]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has complied with all applicable provisions of the corporate governance code, except for the vacancy in the positions of Chairman and CEO[100]. - The company is in the process of identifying suitable candidates to fill the vacancies for Chairman and CEO[101]. - The audit committee reviewed the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for the six months ended June 30, 2024, which were formally approved by the board[105].
长盈集团(控股)(00689) - 2024 - 中期业绩
2024-08-29 14:53
Revenue and Profitability - Revenue from oil sales, net of royalties, for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD 36,841,000, a decrease of 4.3% compared to HKD 38,618,000 for the same period in 2023[1] - The company reported a profit for the period of HKD 1,034,000, a decline of 93.7% compared to HKD 16,377,000 in the previous year[2] - Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD 36,841 thousand, a decrease from HKD 38,618 thousand in the same period of 2023, representing a decline of 4.5%[8] - The profit attributable to the company's owners decreased to HKD 1,034,000, down from HKD 16,377,000 in the previous year[33] - The lending business saw a revenue decrease of 69% to HKD 477,000, with operating profit (before expected credit loss provisions) down 77% to HKD 381,000[37] Assets and Liabilities - Total non-current assets decreased to HKD 221,170,000 from HKD 245,886,000, reflecting a reduction of 10%[3] - Current assets increased to HKD 215,799,000, up 8.4% from HKD 199,209,000 as of December 31, 2023[3] - The company's total liabilities decreased from HKD 31,405,000 to HKD 28,966,000, a reduction of 7.3%[4] - The net asset value of the company was HKD 402,064,000, slightly down from HKD 403,453,000[4] - The current assets amounted to HKD 215,799,000 as of June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 199,209,000 as of December 31, 2023[44] Earnings and Expenses - Basic earnings per share for the period was HKD 0.02, a decrease of 93.5% from HKD 0.31 in the previous year[2] - Employee costs increased to HKD 6,393 thousand in 2024 from HKD 5,610 thousand in 2023, an increase of 13.9%[16] - Depreciation expenses for property, plant, and equipment totaled HKD 13,989 thousand in 2024, compared to HKD 12,611 thousand in 2023, representing an increase of 10.9%[16] Financial Performance - The company experienced a foreign exchange loss of HKD 2,423,000 compared to a gain of HKD 1,696,000 in the previous year[2] - The expected credit loss provision for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD 745 thousand, compared to HKD 5,895 thousand in 2023, indicating a reduction of 87.4%[11] - The expected credit loss provision for loans and interest recognized in profit or loss was HKD 395,000 during the interim period, compared to a reversal of HKD 9,719,000 in the same period of 2023[24] Investments and Strategic Initiatives - The company invested a total of HKD 58,265,000 in solar power projects as part of its diversification strategy[36] - The group has successfully acquired Canadian oil assets and established agreements to develop its solar energy business, indicating a strategic expansion into renewable energy[46] - The solar power projects are part of the Feed-in Tariff Scheme introduced by the Hong Kong government, which encourages private sector participation in clean energy production[47] - The group aims to diversify its energy asset portfolio, including both oil and solar assets, to create long-term sustainable growth and shareholder value[47] Market Conditions and Future Outlook - The average selling price of oil from Canadian assets increased by 19% to CAD 86.1 per barrel, while production decreased by 17% to approximately 76,600 barrels[35] - The company anticipates that oil production from Canadian assets will increase following the completion of drilling three new wells planned for early September 2024[35] - The group will manage its operations cautiously due to uncertainties arising from international oil price fluctuations and geopolitical tensions, including the Russia-Ukraine conflict[47] Governance and Compliance - The group has maintained a low debt ratio of approximately 8% as of June 30, 2024, down from 9% at the end of 2023, indicating a strong financial position[45] - The management believes that the group has sufficient financial resources to meet its ongoing operational needs[45] - The group has complied with all applicable provisions of the corporate governance code, except for the vacancy in the positions of Chairman and CEO[48][49]