Financial Performance - The company has shown strong financial performance since its listing in 2002, with current annual revenue approaching HKD 80 billion, making it the fastest-growing in the industry with an average growth rate of 27% [1] Business Lines - The company continues to effectively manage operational costs, contributing to its robust financial growth [1] Market Data - No specific market data or key indicators were provided in the content [1] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - The company maintains a focus on controlling operational costs while pursuing growth, indicating a strategic emphasis on efficiency in a competitive industry [1] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management has not provided specific comments on the operating environment or future outlook in the content [1] Other Important Information - No additional important information was provided in the content [1] Q&A Session Summary - No questions and answers were provided in the content [1]

Financial Performance - VSTECS Holdings Limited reported a revenue of HKD 3.2 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2021, representing a year-on-year increase of 15%[12] - The company's gross profit for the same period was HKD 400 million, with a gross profit margin of 12.5%[12] - Operating profit increased by 20% to HKD 250 million, reflecting improved operational efficiency[12] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was HKD 200 million, up 25% compared to the previous year[12] - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2021, increased to HK$34,873,410, representing a growth of 21.7% compared to HK$28,831,578 in 2020[13] - Gross profit for the same period rose to HK$1,691,167, up 23.2% from HK$1,372,863 in 2020[13] - Operating profit increased to HK$818,975, reflecting a growth of 41.1% from HK$580,046 in the previous year[13] - Profit for the period reached HK$645,024, a significant increase of 53.2% compared to HK$421,340 in 2020[13] - Basic earnings per share for the period was 45.60 cents, up from 29.77 cents in 2020, marking a growth of 53.3%[13] - Total comprehensive income for the period was HK$583,483, compared to HK$230,645 in 2020, indicating a substantial increase of 153.5%[17] Market Expansion and Strategy - The company plans to expand its market presence in Southeast Asia, targeting a 30% increase in market share by 2023[12] - Future guidance estimates revenue growth of 10-15% for the next fiscal year, driven by increased demand for digital solutions[12] - The management emphasized a focus on sustainability and digital transformation as key strategic priorities moving forward[12] - The Group plans to continue executing strategies to increase market share and expand the range of products and services offered[140] Investments and Acquisitions - VSTECS is investing in new technology development, with a budget allocation of HKD 50 million for R&D in 2022[12] - The company has identified potential acquisition targets in the tech sector to enhance its service offerings and expand its customer base[12] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of June 30, 2021, were HK$26,850,425, down from HK$29,425,571 at the end of 2020[20] - Total equity increased to HK$7,091,714 from HK$6,826,286 at the end of 2020, reflecting a growth of 3.9%[20] - Net current assets as of June 30, 2021, were HK$4,940,383, compared to HK$4,833,894 at the end of 2020, showing an increase of 2.2%[20] - Total borrowings as of 30 June 2021 amounted to HK$4,854,213, a decrease of 28.0% from HK$6,750,812 as of 31 December 2020[98][99] - Trade payables decreased to HK$10,249,656 as of 30 June 2021, down 5.1% from HK$10,795,001 at the end of 2020[95][96] Shareholder Information - As of June 30, 2021, Mr. Li Jialin held 79,633,200 shares, representing approximately 5.47% of the issued share capital of the Company[147] - L & L Limited, controlled by Mr. Li Jialin and Ms. Liu Li, holds 311,228,000 shares, accounting for about 21.39% of the total share capital[153] - The substantial shareholders include Eternal Asia (HK) Limited, holding 252,211,998 shares, representing 17.33% of the share capital[155] - Fidelity Puritan Trust has a beneficial ownership of 145,576,300 shares, which is 10.00% of the total[155] - The company maintains compliance with the Securities and Futures Ordinance regarding the disclosure of substantial shareholders[152] Corporate Governance - The company complied with the Corporate Governance Code, except for provisions A.2.1 and A.6.7, which were explained in the report[162] - The roles of chairman and CEO are held by the same individual, Mr. Li Jialin, which the board believes does not impair the balance of power[162] - The Company has established various committees including Audit, Remuneration, and Nomination Committees to ensure compliance and governance[166][168][171] Employee Information - The remuneration paid for the six months ended June 30, 2021, amounted to approximately HK$517,248,000, an increase from HK$424,921,000 for the same period in 2020[142] - The Group had 4,200 full-time employees as of June 30, 2021, up from 3,344 employees as of June 30, 2020[142] Risk Management - The Group is exposed to foreign exchange risk primarily with respect to several currencies, including the United States dollar and Renminbi, and will enter into foreign currency forward contracts as needed[140]

[Corporate Information](index=4&type=section&id=Corporate%20Information) [Chairman's Statement](index=8&type=section&id=Chairman's%20Statement) The Group achieved record revenue and net profit in 2020, driven by improved operational efficiency, reduced financial costs, and strong demand for IT infrastructure and cloud services, alongside strategic expansion in emerging technologies and key markets [Overall Performance](index=8&type=section&id=Overall%20Performance) In FY2020, the company achieved record revenue and net profit, with revenue up **6%** and net profit attributable to shareholders up **32%**, driven by operational efficiency and strong IT infrastructure and cloud service demand Key Financial Indicators for FY2020 | Indicator | FY2020 | Y-o-Y Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | HKD 70 billion | +6% | | Net Profit Attributable to Shareholders | HKD 1.07 billion | +32% | | Return on Equity (ROE) | 16.5% | - | - Key drivers for performance growth include: - Enhanced operational management, effectively reducing financial costs and administrative expense ratios[27](index=27&type=chunk) - Robust demand for IT infrastructure and cloud services in China and Southeast Asia[27](index=27&type=chunk) - Strengthened company service capabilities, successfully assisting enterprises in digital transformation[28](index=28&type=chunk) [Performance by Segment](index=9&type=section&id=Performance%20by%20Segment) Cloud computing and enterprise systems businesses experienced rapid, double-digit growth, collectively accounting for over **60%** of the company's total revenue Revenue Performance by Business Segment for FY2020 | Business Segment | Revenue (HKD) | Y-o-Y Growth (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cloud Computing | 1.7 billion | +40 | | Enterprise Systems | 40.9 billion | +15 | [Performance by Region](index=9&type=section&id=Performance%20by%20Region) Both North Asia and Southeast Asia businesses achieved steady growth, with market demand rebounding significantly in the second half of the year after initial pandemic impacts Revenue Performance by Region for FY2020 | Region | Y-o-Y Growth (%) | | :--- | :--- | | North Asia | +6 | | Southeast Asia | +3 | [Strategic Progress](index=10&type=section&id=Strategic%20Progress) During the reporting period, the company made significant progress in expanding its emerging technology product portfolio, strengthening multi-cloud management capabilities, deepening its presence in Southeast Asia, and strategically positioning itself in China's Xinchuang industry - The company continues to expand cooperation with major global technology product suppliers, focusing on emerging technologies like cloud computing, big data, and AI, deepening partnerships with leading cloud vendors such as Alibaba Cloud, Huawei Cloud, and AWS[37](index=37&type=chunk) - Through the acquisition of Cloud Star Data, the company strengthened its capabilities in multi-cloud management platform software and services, saving customers **20%-30%** on public cloud usage costs[46](index=46&type=chunk) - In Southeast Asia, the company transitioned from a distributor to a service partner, providing ICT infrastructure services to government, finance, and telecommunications sectors, with VSTECS (Thailand) winning the **2020 Microsoft Partner of the Year Award**[50](index=50&type=chunk)[52](index=52&type=chunk) - In the inaugural year of China's Xinchuang industry, the company secured multiple large orders in basic hardware, software, and industry application software, establishing partnerships with numerous leading Xinchuang vendors including PowerLeader, Primeton Middleware, and Sangfor Technologies[54](index=54&type=chunk) [Business Model and Strategic Direction](index=16&type=section&id=Business%20Model%20and%20Strategic%20Direction) The Group, a leading ICT product and service provider with over **50,000** channel partners across China and Southeast Asia, focuses on enterprise systems, consumer electronics, and cloud computing, pursuing sustainable value through market focus, product expansion, and operational efficiency - The company's three main businesses are: - **Enterprise Systems**: Designing, installing, and implementing IT infrastructure for enterprises[56](index=56&type=chunk) - **Consumer Electronics**: Providing various IT finished products[56](index=56&type=chunk) - **Cloud Computing**: Offering cloud computing solutions and services[56](index=56&type=chunk) - The Group's core development strategies include: - Focusing on key markets in China and Southeast Asia[56](index=56&type=chunk) - Expanding the product portfolio by leveraging numerous suppliers[56](index=56&type=chunk) - Enhancing working capital and financial management[56](index=56&type=chunk) - Improving operational efficiency and cost management[56](index=56&type=chunk) [Management Discussion and Analysis](index=17&type=section&id=Management%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis) This section reviews the Group's 2020 performance, analyzing financial data, segment and regional revenue contributions, liquidity, risks, and outlook, noting record revenue and strong growth in enterprise systems and cloud computing [Business Review](index=17&type=section&id=Business%20Review) In 2020, the Group achieved record-high revenue, gross profit, operating profit, and net profit, with enterprise systems and cloud computing as key growth drivers, increasing by **15%** and **40%** respectively, while North Asia and Southeast Asia markets also performed well with **6%** and **3%** revenue growth FY2020 Financial Performance Summary (HKD Thousands) | Indicator | 2020 | 2019 | Y-o-Y Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 69,961,881 | 66,209,921 | +5.7 | | Gross Profit | 3,127,313 | 2,967,854 | +5.4 | | Operating Profit | 1,420,354 | 1,260,212 | +12.7 | | Net Profit | 1,067,580 | 809,948 | +31.8 | | Basic Earnings Per Share | 75.54 HK cents | 57.03 HK cents | +32.5 | FY2020 Revenue Contribution by Business Segment | Business Segment | Revenue (HKD Thousands) | Y-o-Y Change (%) | Share of Total Revenue (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Enterprise Systems | 40,914,823 | +15 | 58.5 | | Consumer Electronics | 27,364,638 | -7 | 39.1 | | Cloud Computing | 1,682,420 | +40 | 2.4 | FY2020 Revenue Contribution by Region | Region | Revenue (HKD Thousands) | Y-o-Y Change (%) | Share of Total Revenue (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | North Asia | 55,354,208 | +6 | 79 | | Southeast Asia | 14,607,673 | +3 | 21 | [Prospects](index=19&type=section&id=Prospects) The Group plans to drive growth by leveraging its product portfolio and network, expanding market share and service scope, continuing expansion in China and Southeast Asia, improving operational efficiency for better margins, and developing consumer electronics and cloud computing - Strategic priorities include: - Continuous expansion in the China and Southeast Asia markets[71](index=71&type=chunk) - Improving internal operational and financial efficiency to enhance profit margins[71](index=71&type=chunk) - Expanding consumer electronics and cloud computing businesses[71](index=71&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Financial Resources](index=20&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Financial%20Resources) As of year-end 2020, the Group's financial position was robust, marked by increased cash, reduced borrowings, an improved net debt-to-total assets ratio of **0.11**, a healthy current ratio of **1.22 times**, and growing shareholders' equity Key Liquidity and Financial Resources Indicators (As of December 31) | Indicator | 2020 (HKD Thousands) | 2019 (HKD Thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 3,559,192 | 2,327,702 | | Total Borrowings | 6,750,812 | 8,017,112 | | Net Debt to Total Assets Ratio | 0.11 | 0.23 | | Current Ratio | 1.22 times | 1.30 times | | Shareholders' Equity | 6,826,286 | 5,654,472 | [Employees](index=21&type=section&id=Employees) As of the end of 2020, the Group's full-time employee count slightly increased to **3,414**, with total annual net remuneration approximately **HKD 863 million** - As of December 31, 2020, the Group had **3,414** full-time employees (2019: 3,352 employees)[78](index=78&type=chunk) - Total net remuneration paid for 2020 was approximately **HKD 863 million** (2019: approximately HKD 910 million)[78](index=78&type=chunk) [Biographical Details of Directors and Company Secretary](index=22&type=section&id=Biographical%20Details%20of%20Directors%20and%20Company%20Secretary) [Environmental, Social and Governance Report](index=28&type=section&id=Environmental%2C%20Social%20and%20Governance%20Report) This report details the Group's ESG policies, practices, and performance, covering environmental impact minimization, employee welfare, robust operational practices including supply chain and anti-corruption, and active community engagement [Environmental Protection](index=28&type=section&id=A.%20Environmental%20Protection) As a trading company, the Group's operations have minimal environmental impact with no significant emissions or hazardous waste, focusing efforts on managing electricity and paper consumption in offices and warehouses through energy-saving measures and eco-friendly printing habits - Due to the nature of its business, the Group's operations have no significant impact on exhaust gas, greenhouse gas emissions, water and soil pollution, or waste generation[110](index=110&type=chunk) - Resource consumption primarily involves electricity and paper in offices and warehouses, with the Group implementing measures such as encouraging energy saving and eco-friendly printing to reduce consumption[111](index=111&type=chunk)[112](index=112&type=chunk)[113](index=113&type=chunk) [Social Responsibility](index=30&type=section&id=B.%20Social) The Group's social responsibility covers employment, labor practices, operational conduct, and social engagement, valuing employees, ensuring health and safety, robust supply chain management, product responsibility, and anti-corruption policies, while encouraging community service - **Employment and Labor**: The Group strictly adheres to relevant labor laws, provides equal treatment and competitive compensation and benefits, prohibits child and forced labor, and offers both on-the-job and external training to employees[119](index=119&type=chunk)[123](index=123&type=chunk) - **Operational Practices**: - **Supply Chain Management**: Collaborating with renowned brands like Huawei, HP, and Apple, implementing an efficient supply chain management system[125](index=125&type=chunk) - **Product Responsibility**: Prudently selecting suppliers, ensuring product quality, and protecting customer personal data and intellectual property rights[126](index=126&type=chunk) - **Anti-Corruption**: Maintaining a compliance department and whistleblowing policy, with strict codes of conduct and anti-corruption training for employees and business partners[127](index=127&type=chunk) - **Community Investment**: The Group supports and participates in community and charitable activities, encouraging employee volunteerism to foster harmonious development between the enterprise and the community[130](index=130&type=chunk) [Corporate Governance Report](index=35&type=section&id=Corporate%20Governance%20Report) This report outlines the company's 2020 corporate governance practices, confirming compliance with listing rules (except for the combined Chairman/CEO role), detailing board composition, committee operations, risk management, internal controls, and shareholder communication [Board of Directors](index=35&type=section&id=Board%20of%20Directors) The Board comprises **10** members, including **4** executive, **2** non-executive, and **4** independent non-executive directors, meeting listing rule requirements, responsible for overall management and strategy, with the Chairman and CEO roles combined to enhance decision-making efficiency, and generally high attendance at board meetings - The Board of Directors consists of **10** members, including **4** independent non-executive directors, meeting listing rule requirements[136](index=136&type=chunk)[137](index=137&type=chunk) - The company deviates from the Corporate Governance Code's provision for separate Chairman and Chief Executive roles, with Mr. Li Jialin holding both positions, which the Board believes enhances the timeliness and effectiveness of decision-making[146](index=146&type=chunk) [Board Committees](index=43&type=section&id=Board%20Committees) The Board has three committees—Audit, Remuneration, and Nomination—each predominantly composed of independent non-executive directors, responsible for reviewing financial reports, internal controls, executive remuneration, and board composition, all of which held meetings and fulfilled their duties during the year - **Audit Committee**: Composed of four independent non-executive directors, held two meetings during the year, reviewing financial reports, risk management, and internal control systems[153](index=153&type=chunk)[154](index=154&type=chunk) - **Remuneration Committee**: Composed of four independent non-executive directors, held one meeting during the year, reviewing the remuneration of directors and senior management[157](index=157&type=chunk)[159](index=159&type=chunk) - **Nomination Committee**: Composed of one executive director and four independent non-executive directors, held one meeting during the year, reviewing board composition and director appointments[160](index=160&type=chunk)[161](index=161&type=chunk) [Risk Management and Internal Control](index=47&type=section&id=Risk%20Management%20and%20Internal%20Control) The Board is responsible for maintaining and annually reviewing effective risk management and internal control systems, which management designs, implements, and monitors across financial, operational, and compliance controls, with the Board confirming the system's effectiveness and adequacy for 2020 - The Board is ultimately responsible for the Group's risk management and internal control systems, conducting annual reviews of their effectiveness[163](index=163&type=chunk) - The Board has completed its annual review and considers the Group's existing risk management and internal control systems to be effective and adequate[164](index=164&type=chunk) [Directors' Report](index=51&type=section&id=Directors'%20Report) This report covers the company's principal activities, performance, major customers and suppliers, dividend policy, share repurchases, and director/shareholder interests, highlighting IT product channel development, a proposed final dividend of **22 HK cents** per share, and share repurchases [Principal Activities](index=51&type=section&id=Principal%20Activities) As an investment holding company, the Group's subsidiaries primarily engage in IT product channel development and technical solution integration services, categorized into three main segments: enterprise systems, consumer electronics, and cloud computing - The company's three main business segments are: - **Enterprise Systems**: Providing IT infrastructure tools, design, implementation, training, and maintenance services[173](index=173&type=chunk) - **Consumer Electronics**: Supplying complete IT products[173](index=173&type=chunk) - **Cloud Computing**: Offering cloud computing solutions and services[173](index=173&type=chunk) [Major Customers and Suppliers](index=52&type=section&id=Major%20Customers%20and%20Suppliers) In 2020, the Group maintained reasonable customer and supplier concentration, with the largest customer accounting for approximately **9%** of total revenue and the top five customers for **18%**, while the largest supplier accounted for approximately **21%** of total purchases and the top five for **63%** 2020 Customer and Supplier Concentration | Category | Share | 2020 (%) | 2019 (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Largest Customer | of total revenue | ~9 | ~9 | | Top Five Customers | of total revenue | ~18 | ~22 | | Largest Supplier | of total purchases | ~21 | ~18.8 | | Top Five Suppliers | of total purchases | ~63 | ~61 | [Results and Appropriations](index=52&type=section&id=Results%20and%20Appropriations) The Board recommends a final dividend of **22 HK cents** per ordinary share for the year ended December 31, 2020, an increase from **16.7 HK cents** in 2019 - A final dividend of **22 HK cents** per share is proposed for 2020, higher than **16.7 HK cents** in 2019[178](index=178&type=chunk) [Purchase, Sale or Redemption of Securities](index=54&type=section&id=Purchase%2C%20Sale%20or%20Redemption%20of%20Securities) During the year, the company repurchased and cancelled **1,770,000** ordinary shares on the Stock Exchange and acquired **11,372,000** shares in the open market through a trust for its employee remuneration scheme 2020 Share Repurchase Details | Month of Repurchase | Number of Shares Repurchased | Price Range Per Share (HKD) | Total Price Paid (HKD) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | March 2020 | 1,488,000 | 3.30 | 4,910,400 | | April 2020 | 282,000 | 3.52 | 992,640 | | **Total** | **1,770,000** | **-** | **5,903,040** | - **11,372,000** ordinary shares were acquired in the open market through a trust established for employee remuneration, at a total cost of approximately **HKD 44.212 million**[183](index=183&type=chunk) [Independent Auditor's Report](index=65&type=section&id=Independent%20Auditor's%20Report) KPMG issued an unmodified opinion on the company's 2020 consolidated financial statements, affirming they present a true and fair view of the Group's financial position and operating results, with inventory valuation and trade receivables valuation highlighted as key audit matters involving significant management judgment [Auditor's Opinion](index=65&type=section&id=Auditor's%20Opinion) KPMG believes the Group's consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2020, present a true and fair view of its financial position, performance, and cash flows in accordance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards and the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance - The auditor issued a standard unmodified opinion on the financial statements[206](index=206&type=chunk)[208](index=208&type=chunk) [Key Audit Matters](index=66&type=section&id=Key%20Audit%20Matters) Auditors identified inventory valuation and trade receivables valuation as key audit matters due to significant management judgment and inherent uncertainty involved in estimating future market changes, customer credit, and forward-looking information - **Inventory Valuation**: As of year-end, inventory amounted to **HKD 5.5 billion**, and its net realizable value estimation involves significant management judgment due to the susceptibility of technology product demand and prices to technological changes and customer preferences, thus identified as a key audit matter[212](index=212&type=chunk)[213](index=213&type=chunk)[215](index=215&type=chunk) - **Trade Receivables Valuation**: As of year-end, trade receivables totaled **HKD 13.2 billion** after a loss allowance of **HKD 672 million**, with the recognition of expected credit losses involving significant, subjective, and uncertain judgments on customer-specific factors, current economic conditions, and forward-looking information, thus identified as a key audit matter[215](index=215&type=chunk)[216](index=216&type=chunk)[218](index=218&type=chunk) [Consolidated Financial Statements](index=73&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) [Consolidated Statement of Financial Position](index=73&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statement%20of%20Financial%20Position) As of December 31, 2020, total assets rose to **HKD 29.43 billion** and total equity to **HKD 6.83 billion**, primarily due to increased receivables and cash, maintaining a robust financial structure despite higher current liabilities offset by reduced non-current borrowings Statement of Financial Position Summary (As of December 31) | Indicator (HKD Thousands) | 2020 | 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Assets** | **29,425,571** | **24,936,069** | | Non-current Assets | 2,199,058 | 2,068,734 | | Current Assets | 27,226,513 | 22,867,335 | | **Total Liabilities** | **22,599,285** | **19,281,597** | | Non-current Liabilities | 206,666 | 1,676,282 | | Current Liabilities | 22,392,619 | 17,605,315 | | **Total Equity** | **6,826,286** | **5,654,472** | | Net Current Assets | 4,833,894 | 5,262,020 | [Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss](index=75&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statement%20of%20Profit%20or%20Loss) For FY2020, the Group achieved revenue of **HKD 69.96 billion**, a **5.7%** year-on-year increase, with profit for the year (net profit) reaching **HKD 1.07 billion**, a significant **31.8%** year-on-year growth, attributed to effective cost control and a substantial **34%** reduction in finance costs Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss Summary (For the year ended December 31) | Indicator (HKD Thousands) | 2020 | 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 69,961,881 | 66,209,921 | | Gross Profit | 3,127,313 | 2,967,854 | | Operating Profit | 1,420,354 | 1,260,212 | | Finance Costs | (193,908) | (295,616) | | Profit Before Tax | 1,247,265 | 1,009,507 | | **Profit for the Year** | **1,067,580** | **809,948** | [Consolidated Cash Flow Statement](index=79&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Cash%20Flow%20Statement) For FY2020, the Group generated **HKD 2.62 billion** in net cash from operating activities, a significant increase, with net cash outflow of **HKD 7.51 million** from investing activities and **HKD 1.64 billion** from financing activities, resulting in a net increase of **HKD 967 million** in cash and cash equivalents for the year Cash Flow Statement Summary (For the year ended December 31) | Indicator (HKD Thousands) | 2020 | 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Cash from Operating Activities | 2,616,286 | 1,146,904 | | Net Cash (Used in)/Generated from Investing Activities | (7,507) | 12,867 | | Net Cash Used in Financing Activities | (1,641,997) | (387,847) | | **Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents** | **966,782** | **771,924** | | Cash and Cash Equivalents at Year-End | 3,559,192 | 2,327,702 | [Financial Summary](index=186&type=section&id=Financial%20Summary) This section provides a summary of the Group's key financial data for the past five fiscal years (2016-2020), illustrating a continuous growth trend in revenue, profit, total assets, and total equity Five-Year Financial Summary (HKD Thousands) | For the year ended December 31 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Performance** | | | | | | | Revenue | 69,961,881 | 66,209,921 | 62,481,961 | 54,543,084 | 48,161,318 | | Profit Before Tax | 1,247,265 | 1,009,507 | 946,999 | 919,711 | 688,775 | | Profit for the Year | 1,067,580 | 809,948 | 740,827 | 716,441 | 551,915 | | **Assets and Liabilities** | | | | | | | Total Assets | 29,425,571 | 24,936,069 | 23,877,461 | 20,653,352 | 16,293,051 | | Total Liabilities | 22,599,285 | 19,281,597 | 18,830,739 | 15,818,638 | 12,429,413 | | Total Equity | 6,826,286 | 5,654,472 | 5,046,722 | 4,834,714 | 3,863,638 |

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2020, was HK$28,831,578, a decrease of 4.0% from HK$30,031,886 in the same period of 2019[12]. - Gross profit for the period was HK$1,372,863, down from HK$1,430,970, reflecting a gross margin of approximately 4.77%[12]. - Operating profit decreased to HK$580,046, compared to HK$594,650 in the previous year, representing a decline of 2.5%[12]. - Profit for the period increased to HK$421,340, up 7.5% from HK$392,012 in the same period last year[12]. - Basic earnings per share rose to 29.77 cents, compared to 27.56 cents in the prior year, indicating an increase of 8.0%[12]. - Total comprehensive income for the period decreased to HK$230,645,000, down from HK$420,746,000, reflecting a decline of 45.0%[14]. - Profit for the period increased to HK$421,340,000, up from HK$392,012,000, representing a growth of 7.5% year-over-year[14]. Expenses and Costs - Selling and distribution expenses increased to HK$526,900, up from HK$512,581, reflecting a rise of 2.5%[12]. - Administrative expenses decreased to HK$273,373 from HK$331,029, showing a reduction of 17.4%[12]. - Finance costs decreased to HK$110,148, down from HK$132,103, representing a decline of 16.6%[12]. - The finance costs for the six months ended June 30, 2020, were HK$132,103, compared to HK$110,148 in the previous period, indicating an increase of approximately 20%[37][54]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - Net cash generated from operations reached HK$1,134,979,000, significantly higher than HK$462,778,000 in the previous year, marking an increase of 145.0%[18]. - Cash and cash equivalents at 30 June 2020 amounted to HK$2,364,459,000, compared to HK$1,751,437,000 at the same time last year, an increase of 35.0%[18]. - The company reported a net cash used in financing activities of HK$806,177,000, compared to HK$80,287,000 in the previous year, indicating a significant increase in cash outflow[18]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets decreased to HK$22,996,411,000 from HK$24,936,069,000, a reduction of 7.8%[16]. - Total liabilities decreased to HK$17,383,523,000 from HK$19,281,597,000, a decline of 9.8%[16]. - Net current assets stood at HK$5,232,444,000, slightly down from HK$5,262,020,000, a decrease of 0.6%[16]. - Total borrowings as of June 30, 2020, amounted to HK$7,323,381,000, a decrease from HK$8,017,112,000 as of December 31, 2019[85]. Segment Performance - The main business segments include consumer electronics, components products, enterprise systems, and cloud computing[30]. - Revenue from the consumer electronics segment decreased to approximately HK$11,107,920,000, down 8% from approximately HK$12,075,502,000 in the previous year[98]. - The enterprise systems segment saw an increase in revenue to approximately HK$12,418,041,000, up 15% from approximately HK$10,846,596,000 in the same period last year[98]. Employee and Shareholder Information - The Group had 3,344 full-time employees as of 30 June 2020, a decrease from 3,422 employees in the same period of 2019[103]. - Total salaries paid for the six months ended June 30, 2020, amounted to approximately HKD 424,921,000, down from HKD 443,195,000 for the same period in 2019, representing a decrease of about 4.5%[104]. - Mr. Li Jialin holds 79,633,200 ordinary shares, representing approximately 5.49% of the issued share capital of the company[107]. - A controlled corporation, L & L Limited, holds 311,228,000 shares, accounting for approximately 21.44% of the company's issued share capital[115]. Corporate Governance - The company complied with the Corporate Governance Code, except for provisions A.2.1 and A.6.7, which relate to the separation of roles between the chairman and CEO[126]. - The Audit Committee reviewed the unaudited results for the six months ended June 30, 2020, confirming compliance with applicable accounting standards[136]. - The company has established a Remuneration Committee to oversee the remuneration policies for directors and senior management[137].

[Corporate Information](index=4&type=section&id=Corporate%20Information) This section details the company's board members, committee compositions (Audit, Remuneration, Nomination), company secretary, auditor (KPMG), principal bankers, and registered office, providing key corporate governance and operational support information - The report details key corporate governance and operational support information including the company's board members, the composition of various committees (Audit, Remuneration, Nomination), company secretary, auditor (KPMG), principal bankers, and registered office[11](index=11&type=chunk)[12](index=12&type=chunk)[13](index=13&type=chunk) [Chairman's Statement](index=8&type=section&id=Chairman%27s%20Statement) The Chairman's Statement reviews 2019 performance, highlighting record-high turnover and net profit, strategic advancements in cloud and big data, cybersecurity, and cloud video, new partnerships with industry giants, and future growth drivers from 5G, cloud computing, and big data technologies 2019 Annual Performance Highlights | Metric | Amount | YoY Growth | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Turnover | HKD 66.2 billion | +5.97% | | Net Profit | HKD 810 million | +9.33% | - The company has become a leading IT product channel development and technology solution integration service provider in Asia Pacific, with a distribution network covering nine countries including China, Thailand, and Singapore, boasting over **300 Fortune 500 upstream partners** and over **50,000 downstream business partners**[16](index=16&type=chunk) - The company actively promotes IT service upgrades, focusing on three key areas: - **Cloud and Big Data**: Collaborating with AWS, Azure, Alibaba Cloud to provide cloud migration projects for traditional industry clients, possessing a complete AWS training and certification system, and recognized as the only global business acceleration training partner award winner in 2019 - **Cybersecurity**: As one of the largest domestic security product distributors, closely cooperating with NSFOCUS, Qi'anxin, and others to provide a full range of cybersecurity products and solutions for government, finance, energy, and other sectors - **Cloud Video**: Partnering with mainstream software and hardware vendors to offer comprehensive cloud video system solutions, and possessing an independently developed OA platform[17](index=17&type=chunk)[18](index=18&type=chunk)[19](index=19&type=chunk)[20](index=20&type=chunk) - The company actively expands its strategic new product portfolio, becoming the exclusive distributor in China for iFLYTEK Smart Recorder, HP 3D Printing, and Tus-Holdings AI Lab, and obtaining exclusive authorization from Tencent to distribute Nintendo Switch, making it the only ICT distribution group globally with distribution rights for all three major gaming console brands (Nintendo Switch, PS4, XBOX)[21](index=21&type=chunk)[22](index=22&type=chunk) - Looking ahead, the company believes the widespread adoption of 5G, cloud computing, and big data technologies will drive a new wave of equipment replacement, becoming one of the group's core growth drivers[23](index=23&type=chunk)[24](index=24&type=chunk) [Business Model and Strategic Direction](index=12&type=section&id=Business%20Model%20and%20Strategic%20Direction) The company positions itself as a leading Information, Communications, and Technology (ICT) product and service provider operating in nine countries with over 50,000 channel partners, focusing on four core business segments: components, mobility, cloud and big data analytics, and network and information security, aiming to create sustainable shareholder value through market focus, product expansion, financial management, and operational efficiency - The company's four main business segments are: - **Components products** - **Mobility digital devices** - **Cloud and big data analytics** - **Network and data security**[26](index=26&type=chunk) - The Group creates shareholder value through four core strategies: - **Market Focus**: Centering on China and Southeast Asia - **Product Expansion**: Expanding product portfolio leveraging numerous supplier resources - **Financial Management**: Enhancing working capital and financial management - **Efficiency Improvement**: Improving operational efficiency and cost management[28](index=28&type=chunk) [Management Discussion and Analysis](index=13&type=section&id=Management%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis) This section provides a comprehensive analysis of the company's financial performance, liquidity, and operational results for the reporting period, offering insights into key trends and future outlook [Business Review](index=13&type=section&id=Business%20Review) In 2019, the Group achieved record-high financial metrics, with total revenue increasing by **5.9% to HKD 66.21 billion** and net profit growing by **9.3% to HKD 810 million**, driven by growth across all business segments and strong performance in both North Asia and Southeast Asia markets 2019 Key Financial Performance | Metric | 2019 (HKD thousands) | 2018 (HKD thousands) | YoY Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 66,209,921 | 62,481,961 | +5.9% | | Gross Profit | 2,967,854 | 2,810,267 | +5.6% | | Operating Profit | 1,260,212 | 1,143,276 | +10.2% | | Net Profit | 809,948 | 740,827 | +9.3% | | Basic Earnings Per Share | 57.03 HK cents | 51.62 HK cents | +10.5% | Revenue Performance by Business Segment | Business Segment | 2019 Revenue (HKD thousands) | % of Total Revenue | YoY Growth | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Components Products | 12,615,541 | 19.0% | +11.8% | | Mobility Digital Devices | 26,981,306 | 40.8% | +3.3% | | Cloud and Big Data Analytics | 16,918,656 | 25.6% | +3.9% | | Network and Information Security | 9,694,418 | 14.6% | +10.1% | Revenue Performance by Region | Region | 2019 Revenue (HKD thousands) | % of Total Revenue | YoY Growth | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | North Asia | 52,050,128 | 79% | +5% | | Southeast Asia | 14,159,793 | 21% | +8% | [Liquidity and Financial Resources](index=16&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Financial%20Resources) As of year-end 2019, the Group maintained a robust financial position with cash and cash equivalents significantly increasing to **HKD 2.33 billion**, an improved net debt-to-total assets ratio from **0.26 to 0.24**, and enhanced short-term solvency as the current ratio rose from **1.27 to 1.30 times** Key Financial Position Indicators as of Year-End 2019 | Metric | December 31, 2019 (HKD thousands) | December 31, 2018 (HKD thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 2,327,702 | 1,508,060 | | Borrowings (incl. Lease Liabilities) | 8,275,315 | 7,781,412 | | Total Current Assets | 22,867,335 | 22,062,102 | | Total Current Liabilities | 17,605,315 | 17,341,076 | | Shareholders' Equity | 5,654,472 | 5,046,722 | Key Ratio Changes | Ratio | December 31, 2019 | December 31, 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Debt to Total Assets Ratio | 0.24 | 0.26 | | Current Ratio | 1.30 times | 1.27 times | [Employees](index=17&type=section&id=Employees) As of year-end 2019, the Group's full-time employee count was **3,352**, largely consistent with the prior year, while total annual remuneration expenses increased by **13.5%** to approximately **HKD 910 million** Employee and Remuneration Information | Metric | 2019 | 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Full-time Employees | 3,352 persons | 3,328 persons | | Total Remuneration (Net) | Approx. HKD 909,632,000 | Approx. HKD 801,324,000 | [Biographical Details of Directors and Company Secretary](index=18&type=section&id=Biographical%20Details%20of%20Directors%20and%20Company%20Secretary) This chapter provides detailed biographical information for the company's executive directors, independent non-executive directors, and company secretary, including their age, position, educational background, professional qualifications, and extensive experience in relevant industries - The company's core management team is highly experienced, with founder Mr. Li Jialin serving as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, responsible for overall management and strategic positioning, while other executive directors possess deep backgrounds in finance, operations, product management, and sales[47](index=47&type=chunk)[48](index=48&type=chunk)[49](index=49&type=chunk)[52](index=52&type=chunk) - The independent non-executive director team has diverse backgrounds, covering various fields such as corporate management, financial accounting, information technology, public policy, and financial trusts, providing strong support for the board's independent judgment and professional decision-making[53](index=53&type=chunk)[55](index=55&type=chunk)[56](index=56&type=chunk)[60](index=60&type=chunk) [Environmental, Social and Governance Report](index=23&type=section&id=Environmental%2C%20Social%20and%20Governance%20Report) This report outlines the Group's commitment and performance in environmental protection, social responsibility, and corporate governance, detailing initiatives and policies across these key sustainability areas [Environmental Protection](index=23&type=section&id=A.%20Environmental%20Protection) Given its primary trading nature, the Group's operations have minimal environmental impact with no significant emissions, focusing on efficient resource utilization through electricity and paper conservation, such as encouraging employees to turn off unnecessary lighting and equipment, and promoting double-sided printing and digital documentation - The Group's business nature dictates minimal operational impact on emissions of exhaust gas, greenhouse gases, water, and land, with daily emissions primarily stemming from electricity consumption in offices and warehouses[70](index=70&type=chunk)[73](index=73&type=chunk) - The company implements energy and paper saving measures, including maintaining office temperatures at **25°C**, turning off lighting for idle equipment, and encouraging double-sided printing and document scanning to reduce resource waste[74](index=74&type=chunk) [Social Responsibility](index=25&type=section&id=B.%20Social) Regarding social responsibility, the Group values employees as its most precious asset, strictly adhering to labor laws, providing equal employment opportunities and competitive compensation, prioritizing workplace health and safety, offering training, rigorously managing its supply chain with renowned brands like HP and Dell to ensure product quality, upholding high standards of business integrity with anti-corruption policies, and actively investing in community initiatives, particularly in youth education and technology development - **Employment and Labor**: The Group strictly adheres to labor laws, prohibits child and forced labor, provides equal promotion opportunities and competitive remuneration, and emphasizes employee training and development covering product knowledge, sales, and management[75](index=75&type=chunk)[76](index=76&type=chunk)[77](index=77&type=chunk) - **Supply Chain Management**: The Group establishes stable relationships with renowned brand suppliers such as HP, Seagate, Dell, Lenovo, and Apple, implements an efficient supply chain management system, and conducts strict selection and continuous monitoring of suppliers[77](index=77&type=chunk) - **Product Responsibility**: By carefully selecting suppliers and reviewing product specifications, the company ensures the provision of high-quality products and services to customers, while also highly prioritizing the protection of customer personal data, privacy, and intellectual property[78](index=78&type=chunk) - **Anti-Corruption**: The Group has a compliance department and strict codes of conduct, provides annual anti-corruption training to employees, includes anti-corruption clauses in all purchase and sales agreements, and has established a confidential whistleblowing policy[78](index=78&type=chunk)[79](index=79&type=chunk) - **Community Investment**: The Group focuses on youth education and development, collaborating with Tsinghua University Shenzhen Graduate School to establish a technology innovation research center, and making donations to relevant Tsinghua University education foundations to support educational development in mainland China and Hong Kong[79](index=79&type=chunk) [Corporate Governance Report](index=30&type=section&id=Corporate%20Governance%20Report) This report details the company's corporate governance framework, including the composition and responsibilities of the Board of Directors and its committees, as well as the risk management and internal control systems in place [Board of Directors](index=30&type=section&id=Board%20of%20Directors) The Board of Directors comprises nine members, including five executive and four independent non-executive directors, meeting listing rule requirements and adhering to a board diversity policy, with the Chairman and CEO roles combined under Mr. Li Jialin for swift decision-making, and all directors are responsible for overall leadership, monitoring, and compliance with securities dealing standards - The Board of Directors consists of **9 members**, including **5 executive directors** and **4 independent non-executive directors**, meeting the listing rule requirement that independent non-executive directors constitute at least one-third of the board[83](index=83&type=chunk)[84](index=84&type=chunk) - The company deviates from a corporate governance code where the roles of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer are combined and held by Mr. Li Jialin, which the Board believes facilitates swift and effective decision-making without compromising the balance of power[92](index=92&type=chunk) - All directors complied with the standard code for securities transactions by directors of listed issuers during the 2019 financial year[96](index=96&type=chunk) [Board Committees](index=37&type=section&id=Board%20Committees) The Board has three committees—Audit, Remuneration, and Nomination—all with a majority of independent non-executive directors, responsible for reviewing financial statements, internal controls, and auditor relations, setting director and executive remuneration, and overseeing board composition and director nominations, with each committee holding meetings in 2019 to fulfill its duties - **Audit Committee**: Composed of **four independent non-executive directors**, responsible for reviewing financial statements, internal control and risk management systems, and advising on the appointment of external auditors, holding **two meetings** in 2019[101](index=101&type=chunk)[103](index=103&type=chunk) - **Remuneration Committee**: Composed of **four independent non-executive directors**, responsible for reviewing and approving remuneration packages for directors and senior management, holding **one meeting** in 2019[104](index=104&type=chunk)[107](index=107&type=chunk)[108](index=108&type=chunk) - **Nomination Committee**: Composed of **one executive director (Chairman)** and **four independent non-executive directors**, responsible for reviewing board structure, size, and diversity, and nominating director candidates, holding **one meeting** in 2019[109](index=109&type=chunk)[111](index=111&type=chunk) [Risk Management and Internal Control](index=42&type=section&id=Risk%20Management%20and%20Internal%20Control) The Board is responsible for maintaining and annually reviewing effective risk management and internal control systems, with management overseeing their design, implementation, and monitoring across financial, operational, and compliance controls, while the Board annually assesses the necessity of extending internal audit functions from certain subsidiaries to the entire Group - The Board confirms its responsibility to maintain effective risk management and internal control systems, having conducted an annual review of their effectiveness and adequacy for the 2019 financial year[113](index=113&type=chunk)[116](index=116&type=chunk)[118](index=118&type=chunk) - Some of the Group's subsidiaries have internal audit functions that conduct independent risk assessments and control tests, and the Board, considering the simple structure of some current businesses, will continue to assess whether to extend the internal audit function to the entire Group[119](index=119&type=chunk) [Directors' Report](index=46&type=section&id=Directors%27%20Report) This report provides an overview of the company's principal activities, key customer and supplier relationships, financial results, dividend appropriations, and details on share repurchases and share option schemes [Principal Activities](index=46&type=section&id=Principal%20Activities) As an investment holding company, the Group's subsidiaries primarily engage in supplying IT products and providing enterprise system tools, IT infrastructure design and implementation, training, maintenance support services, and cybersecurity software and hardware for big data and cloud computing - The Group's core business is to provide comprehensive IT products and services, covering everything from product distribution to enterprise-level system integration, technical support, and emerging big data and cloud computing security solutions[130](index=130&type=chunk)[133](index=133&type=chunk) [Major Customers and Suppliers](index=46&type=section&id=Major%20Customers%20and%20Suppliers) In 2019, the Group maintained reasonable customer and supplier concentration, with the largest customer accounting for **9%** of total turnover and the top five customers for **22%**, while the largest supplier represented **18.8%** of total purchases and the top five suppliers **61%** Customer and Supplier Concentration | Concentration Metric | 2019 | 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Largest Customer as % of Total Turnover | ~9% | ~8% | | Top Five Customers as % of Total Turnover | ~22% | ~22% | | Largest Supplier as % of Total Purchases | ~18.8% | ~17.2% | | Top Five Suppliers as % of Total Purchases | ~61% | ~60% | [Results and Appropriations](index=47&type=section&id=Results%20and%20Appropriations) The Board recommends a final dividend of **16.7 HK cents per ordinary share** for the year ended December 31, 2019, an increase from **15.2 HK cents** in the previous year Proposed Final Dividend | Year | Final Dividend Per Share (HK cents) | | :--- | :--- | | 2019 | 16.7 | | 2018 | 15.2 | [Purchase, Sale or Redemption of Securities](index=48&type=section&id=Purchase%2C%20Sale%20or%20Redemption%20of%20Securities) In January 2019, the company repurchased and cancelled **5,962,000 ordinary shares** on the Stock Exchange for approximately **HKD 20.46 million**, and additionally acquired **4,868,000 shares** through a trust in the open market for its employee remuneration scheme 2019 Share Repurchase Details | Month of Repurchase | Number of Shares Repurchased | Highest Price Per Share (HKD) | Lowest Price Per Share (HKD) | Total Price Paid (HKD) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | January 2019 | 5,962,000 | 3.63 | 3.18 | 20,463,000 | - The company acquired **4,868,000 ordinary shares** in the open market through a trust established for employee remuneration, at a total cost of approximately **HKD 18,966,000**[152](index=152&type=chunk) [Share Options](index=56&type=section&id=Share%20Options) The company adopted a new share option scheme on June 23, 2015, with **1,440,000 options** exercised under the old scheme during the reporting year, leaving **3,600,000 options** unexercised by year-end, and no options granted under the new scheme Old Share Option Scheme Movements (2019) | Participant Category | Unexercised at Beginning of Year | Exercised During Year | Lapsed During Year | Unexercised at End of Year | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Directors | 3,120,000 | (1,440,000) | - | 1,680,000 | | Employees | 1,920,000 | - | - | 1,920,000 | | **Total** | **5,040,000** | **(1,440,000)** | **-** | **3,600,000** | [Independent Auditor's Report](index=59&type=section&id=Independent%20Auditor%27s%20Report) KPMG, the auditor, issued an unmodified opinion on the company's 2019 consolidated financial statements, affirming they present a true and fair view of the Group's financial position and performance, with key audit matters highlighted as the net realizable value assessment of inventories and the valuation of trade receivables, both involving significant management judgment - The auditor, KPMG, issued an unmodified opinion on the Group's consolidated financial statements, deeming them to present a true and fair view of the Group's financial position and to comply with the disclosure requirements of Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards and the Companies Ordinance[189](index=189&type=chunk) - Key audit matters include: - **Net Realizable Value of Inventories**: Due to the rapidly changing technology product market, management must make significant judgments when estimating future selling prices and demand for inventories, and any write-downs could materially impact the financial statements - **Valuation of Trade Receivables**: The Group's trade receivables are substantial, and recognizing expected credit losses involves significant judgment regarding customer creditworthiness, current economic conditions, and forward-looking information, which carries uncertainty[190](index=190&type=chunk)[192](index=192&type=chunk)[198](index=198&type=chunk) [Consolidated Financial Statements](index=67&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents the Group's complete set of consolidated financial statements, including the statement of profit or loss, statement of financial position, and cash flow statement, providing a comprehensive overview of its financial performance and position [Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss](index=69&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statement%20of%20Profit%20or%20Loss) For the year 2019, the Group achieved total revenue of **HKD 66.21 billion**, a **5.9%** increase year-on-year, with gross profit at **HKD 2.97 billion**, operating profit at **HKD 1.26 billion** (up **10.2%**), and net profit for the year reaching **HKD 810 million** (up **9.3%**), resulting in basic earnings per share of **57.03 HK cents** Key Data from 2019 Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss | Item (HKD thousands) | 2019 | 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 66,209,921 | 62,481,961 | | Gross Profit | 2,967,854 | 2,810,267 | | Operating Profit | 1,260,212 | 1,143,276 | | Profit Before Tax | 1,009,507 | 946,999 | | **Profit for the Year** | **809,948** | **740,827** | | Basic Earnings Per Share | 57.03 HK cents | 51.62 HK cents | [Consolidated Statement of Financial Position](index=67&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statement%20of%20Financial%20Position) As of December 31, 2019, the Group's total assets were **HKD 24.94 billion**, total liabilities were **HKD 19.28 billion**, and total equity increased by **12.0%** to **HKD 5.65 billion** from **HKD 5.05 billion** at year-end 2018, with net current assets improving from **HKD 4.72 billion** to **HKD 5.26 billion** Key Data from Consolidated Statement of Financial Position as of Year-End 2019 | Item (HKD thousands) | December 31, 2019 | December 31, 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Assets** | **24,936,069** | **23,877,461** | | Non-current Assets | 2,068,734 | 1,815,359 | | Current Assets | 22,867,335 | 22,062,102 | | **Total Liabilities** | **19,281,597** | **18,830,739** | | Current Liabilities | 17,605,315 | 17,341,076 | | Non-current Liabilities | 1,676,282 | 1,489,663 | | **Total Equity** | **5,654,472** | **5,046,722** | | Net Current Assets | 5,262,020 | 4,721,026 | [Consolidated Cash Flow Statement](index=73&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Cash%20Flow%20Statement) In 2019, the Group's net cash from operating activities significantly improved from a net outflow of **HKD 850 million** to a net inflow of **HKD 1.15 billion**, with investment cash flow remaining largely stable, while financing activities resulted in a net outflow of **HKD 390 million**, leading to a net increase of **HKD 770 million** in cash and cash equivalents, bringing the year-end balance to **HKD 2.33 billion** Key Data from 2019 Consolidated Cash Flow Statement | Item (HKD thousands) | 2019 | 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Cash from Operating Activities | 1,146,904 | (852,095) | | Net Cash from Investing Activities | 12,867 | (25,526) | | Net Cash (Used in)/from Financing Activities | (387,847) | 662,230 | | **Net Increase/(Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents** | **771,924** | **(215,391)** | | Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period | 1,508,060 | 1,981,047 | | **Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period** | **2,327,702** | **1,508,060** | [Notes to the Financial Statements](index=74&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20the%20Financial%20Statements) The notes to the financial statements provide detailed explanations and supplementary information on key accounting policies, critical accounting estimates and judgments, and various items within the financial statements, with a focus on segment information, financial instruments and risk management, related party transactions, borrowing details, and the application and impact of new accounting standards like HKFRS 16 Leases - The company first applied HKFRS 16 Leases, adopting the modified retrospective approach, recognizing lease liabilities and right-of-use assets related to previously classified operating leases from January 1, 2019, without restating comparative information[235](index=235&type=chunk)[237](index=237&type=chunk) 2019 Revenue by Business Segment (HKD thousands) | Business Segment | Revenue | | :--- | :--- | | Components Products | 12,615,541 | | Mobility Digital Devices | 26,981,306 | | Cloud and Big Data Analytics | 16,918,656 | | Network and Information Security | 9,694,418 | | **Total** | **66,209,921** | 2019 Revenue by Region (HKD thousands) | Region | Revenue | | :--- | :--- | | North Asia | 52,050,128 | | Southeast Asia | 14,159,793 | | **Total** | **66,209,921** | [Financial Summary](index=186&type=section&id=Financial%20Summary) The Financial Summary presents key performance and financial position data for the Group's past five fiscal years (2015-2019), indicating a consistent growth trend in revenue, profit before tax, and profit for the year, alongside steady expansion in total assets and total equity, reflecting continuous business scale expansion and value accumulation Five-Year Performance Summary (HKD millions) | Year | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 66,210 | 62,482 | 54,543 | 48,161 | 45,576 | | Profit Before Tax | 1,010 | 947 | 920 | 689 | 562 | | Profit for the Year | 810 | 741 | 716 | 552 | 450 | Five-Year Assets and Liabilities Summary (HKD millions) | Year | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Assets | 24,936 | 23,877 | 20,653 | 16,293 | 16,768 | | Total Liabilities | (19,282) | (18,831) | (15,819) | (12,429) | (12,949) | | **Total Equity** | **5,654** | **5,047** | **4,835** | **3,864** | **3,819** |

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was HK$30,031,886, an increase of 5.4% from HK$27,942,574 in the same period of 2018[10] - Gross profit for the period was HK$1,430,970, representing a 14.1% increase compared to HK$1,254,063 in 2018[10] - Operating profit increased to HK$594,650, up 8.9% from HK$545,928 in the previous year[10] - Profit for the period was HK$392,012, a rise of 8.3% from HK$361,976 in 2018[10] - Basic earnings per share increased to 27.56 cents, compared to 25.22 cents in the same period last year, reflecting a growth of 9.3%[10] - Total comprehensive income for the period reached HK$420,746,000, compared to HK$282,727,000 in 2018, marking a significant increase of 48.8%[13] - The profit for the period increased to HK$392,012,000, up from HK$361,976,000 in the previous year, representing an increase of 8.5%[13] - The unaudited consolidated net profit attributable to equity shareholders for the six months ended June 30, 2019 was approximately HK$392,012,000, an increase from approximately HK$361,976,000 in 2018, which is a growth of about 8.3%[122] Expenses and Costs - Selling and distribution expenses rose to HK$512,581, an increase of 12.5% from HK$455,517 in 2018[10] - Administrative expenses increased to HK$331,029, up 28.8% from HK$256,843 in the previous year[10] - Finance costs for the period were HK$132,103, an increase from HK$119,965 in 2018[10] - The operating profit for the period was impacted by a depreciation charge of HK$43,899 for right-of-use assets[60] Cash Flow and Assets - Net cash generated from operating activities was HK$294,071,000, a turnaround from a cash outflow of HK$237,644,000 in the previous year[19] - Cash and cash equivalents at 30 June 2019 amounted to HK$1,751,437,000, an increase from HK$1,362,963,000 at the same time last year[19] - Total assets decreased to HK$22,504,124,000 from HK$23,877,461,000, reflecting a decline of 5.7%[16] - Total equity increased to HK$5,211,832,000, up from HK$5,046,722,000, indicating a growth of 3.3%[16] - Net current assets improved to HK$4,836,436,000, compared to HK$4,721,026,000 in the previous year, showing an increase of 2.4%[16] Segment Performance - Total segment revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was HK$30,031,886, with contributions from components products (HK$6,516,672), mobility digital devices (HK$12,075,502), cloud and big data analytics (HK$7,357,708), and network and data security (HK$4,082,004) [43] - Segment results for the same period showed a profit of HK$594,650, with individual contributions from components products (HK$232,895), mobility digital devices (HK$135,152), cloud and big data analytics (HK$91,084), and network and data security (HK$135,519) [43] Accounting Standards - The Group has adopted HKFRS 16 from January 1, 2019, using the modified retrospective approach, which does not restate comparative information[10] - The Group's revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was recognized in accordance with HKFRS 15, primarily from the sale of goods [49] - The Group adopted HKFRS 16 on January 1, 2019, recognizing right-of-use assets and lease liabilities of HK$156,387,000 each for previously classified operating leases [36] - The Group has applied HKFRS 16 starting January 1, 2019, affecting the financial reporting but not restating comparative information[61] Shareholder Information - As of June 30, 2019, Mr. Li Jialin holds 76,067,200 shares, representing approximately 5.23% of the company's issued share capital[139] - L & L Limited, controlled by Mr. Li Jialin and Ms. Liu Li, holds 311,228,000 shares, accounting for about 21.41% of the company's issued share capital[139] - Ms. Liu Li also holds 204,309,600 shares, which is approximately 14.06% of the company's issued share capital[139] - The company has a total of 311,228,000 shares held by L & L Limited, equally owned by Mr. Li Jialin and Ms. Liu Li[142] Corporate Governance - The company complied with the Corporate Governance Code, except for provisions A.2.1 and A.6.7, which relate to the separation of roles between the chairman and CEO, and attendance of independent directors at general meetings[149][156] - The Audit Committee reviewed the unaudited results for the six months ended June 30, 2019, confirming compliance with applicable accounting standards and adequate disclosures[156] - The Company established a Remuneration Committee to oversee the remuneration policy and structure for directors and senior management[158] - The Company established a Nomination Committee on March 22, 2012, consisting of three Independent Non-executive Directors and the chairman of the board[161]