Financial Performance - Revenue for the year ended August 31, 2023, reached RMB 2,302,540 thousand, a significant increase of 160.3% compared to RMB 884,372 thousand in the previous year[2] - Adjusted profit for the year was RMB 365,660 thousand, up 276.4% from RMB 97,142 thousand in the prior year[3] - The company achieved a basic earnings per share of RMB 15.90, representing a 247.2% increase from RMB 4.58 in the previous year[2] - The net profit for the year ended August 31, 2023, was RMB 331,073 thousand, compared to RMB 96,160 thousand for the previous year, representing a growth of approximately 244%[16] - Gross profit for the year ended August 31, 2023, was RMB 778,847 thousand, compared to RMB 293,539 thousand for the previous year, marking an increase of approximately 165%[16] - Total revenue increased by 160.3% from approximately RMB 884.4 million for the year ended August 31, 2022, to approximately RMB 2,302.5 million for the year ended August 31, 2023[18] Student Enrollment and Educational Services - The number of high school students served increased by 43.8% to 36,708 at the beginning of the 2023 fall semester[4] - The number of high school students in the company's network increased to 36,708 for the fall semester of 2023, up about 43.8% from 25,524 in the fall semester of 2022, with new high school enrollments reaching 19,071, an increase of approximately 41%[14] - Approximately 83.5% of the 2023 high school graduates exceeded the national university admission score, with 50.3% surpassing the first-tier university score[6] - Revenue from comprehensive education services rose by 253.8% from approximately RMB 345.7 million to approximately RMB 1,223.2 million, driven by an increase in high school enrollment and the establishment of four independent profit-making high schools[19] Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The total dividend payout increased by 108.3% to RMB 4.77 per share, with a payout ratio of 30%, down 20 percentage points from the previous year[2] - The proposed interim dividend for 2023 is RMB 0.0243 per share, totaling RMB 58,224 thousand, compared to no interim dividend in 2022[76] - The proposed final dividend for 2023 is RMB 0.0234 per share, totaling RMB 50,404 thousand, compared to RMB 49,327 thousand in 2022[76] Operational Expansion and Employment - The number of full-time teachers employed increased to 2,090, up from 1,124 the previous year, reflecting the company's expansion efforts[7] - The company successfully established five independent profit-making high schools with operational licenses as part of its strategy to optimize its operational structure[14] - The company employed 5,029 employees as of August 31, 2023, compared to 3,018 employees a year earlier, indicating a growth of approximately 66.6%[98] Financial Position and Assets - The company's total assets as of August 31, 2023, were RMB 4,158,172 thousand, down from RMB 4,802,222 thousand as of August 31, 2022, indicating a decrease of about 13.4%[13] - The company's net assets decreased to RMB 866,837 thousand as of August 31, 2023, compared to RMB 1,014,259 thousand as of August 31, 2022, reflecting a decline of approximately 14.6%[13] - Non-current assets totaled RMB 7,180,588,000 as of August 31, 2023, compared to RMB 5,925,078,000 a year earlier, showing a growth of about 21.2%[40] - Current assets increased to RMB 2,371,130,000 from RMB 2,206,033,000, representing an increase of approximately 7.5%[40] Liabilities and Financial Obligations - The total liabilities of the company as of August 31, 2023, were RMB 3,291,335 thousand, down from RMB 3,787,963 thousand as of August 31, 2022, indicating a reduction of about 13.1%[13] - As of August 31, 2023, the company's net current liabilities amounted to approximately RMB 2,198.4 million, an increase from RMB 1,608.5 million as of August 31, 2022, primarily due to increased short-term bank loans and other payables related to property, plant, and equipment[27] - The company's borrowings as of August 31, 2023, were approximately RMB 1,672.4 million, compared to RMB 1,131.8 million as of August 31, 2022, with unutilized bank financing of approximately RMB 730 million[29] Regulatory and Compliance Matters - The company anticipates ongoing monitoring of the impact of the new regulations on private education and will assess their implications for future operations[8] - The company confirmed compliance with the corporate governance code throughout the reporting period, with a board consisting of seven male directors[103] - The audit committee, consisting of three members, has been established to oversee financial controls and risk management[104] Cost and Expense Management - The company's operating expenses for the year ended August 31, 2023, included administrative expenses of RMB 240,061 thousand, compared to RMB 132,822 thousand for the previous year, reflecting an increase of approximately 80.9%[16] - Financial costs increased from approximately RMB 27.5 million to approximately RMB 62.5 million, primarily due to higher bank loan interest and reduced capitalized interest[25] - Employee benefits expenses, excluding directors and key management personnel, totaled RMB 550,763,000 in 2023, compared to RMB 196,222,000 in 2022, marking an increase of approximately 180%[67] Future Outlook and Strategic Plans - The company plans to enhance its high school enrollment scale and provide comprehensive operational services, including online campus shopping and international education consulting[15] - The company continues to manage its cash and cash equivalents prudently to prepare for future growth opportunities[31] - The company has not recognized deferred tax assets related to temporary differences and tax losses due to the likelihood of not having taxable profits to offset these losses[75] Share Repurchase and Capital Management - The company repurchased a total of 13,407,000 shares at a total cost of HKD 35,526,836 during the year ending August 31, 2023[100] - In July 2023, the company repurchased 2,434,000 shares at an average price of HKD 2.75, and in August 2023, it repurchased 10,973,000 shares at an average price of HKD 2.82[101]

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Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended February 28, 2023, was RMB 946,591,000, a 137.20% increase from RMB 399,063,000 in the same period of 2022[6] - Gross profit for the same period was RMB 370,780,000, representing a 228.61% increase from RMB 112,834,000 in 2022[6] - Profit for the period surged to RMB 170,611,000, a 453.90% increase compared to RMB 30,802,000 in the previous year[6] - Adjusted profit for the period was RMB 185,866,000, up 412.32% from RMB 36,279,000 in 2022[6] - Basic earnings per share increased to RMB 8.10, a 451.02% rise from RMB 1.47 in the same period last year[6] - Total comprehensive income for the period reached RMB 170,655 thousand, a substantial increase from RMB 30,661 thousand in the prior year, representing a growth of 455.5%[74] - Profit before tax rose to RMB 229,026 thousand, up from RMB 38,337 thousand in the previous year, marking an increase of 493.5%[74] - Basic and diluted earnings attributable to ordinary equity holders of the company were RMB 170,147,000, compared to RMB 31,077,000 in the same period of 2022, representing an increase of 447.5%[93] Enrollment and Educational Services - The number of high school students in the group’s network reached 25,524 at the beginning of the 2022 autumn semester[8] - The group operates 44 schools across 33 cities in China, providing comprehensive educational services[11] - The number of full-time teachers employed by the group increased to 1,654 as of February 28, 2023, from 1,124 on August 31, 2022[11] - The group achieved a 90% pass rate for its students exceeding the national university admission score in the 2022 college entrance examination[10] - Revenue from comprehensive education services surged by 202.7% to approximately RMB 517.8 million, driven by natural growth in high school enrollment and the establishment of four independent profit-making high schools[26] Regulatory and Compliance Matters - The implementation of the Private Education Promotion Law has led to the exclusion of affected businesses from the consolidated financial statements since August 31, 2021[15] - The company is closely monitoring the impact of the Foreign Investment Law and its implementation on its operations[16] - The company emphasizes the provision of high-quality educational services to students and parents despite regulatory changes[20] - The company has implemented measures to ensure compliance with the qualification requirements for foreign investment in private education in China[47] - The company has not identified any non-compliance issues regarding its structural contracts as of the mid-term report date[47] Financial Position and Assets - The total assets decreased slightly to RMB 4,729.6 million from RMB 4,802.2 million year-on-year[21] - Net assets decreased to RMB 973.3 million from RMB 1,014.3 million, indicating a reduction in shareholder equity[21] - Non-current assets totaled RMB 6,666,638 thousand as of February 28, 2023, up from RMB 5,925,078 thousand as of August 31, 2022, indicating an increase of 12.5%[75] - Total equity increased to RMB 1,998,047 thousand from RMB 1,878,915 thousand, representing a growth of 6.4%[76] - The total financial assets and liabilities amounted to RMB 2,332,868,000 as of February 28, 2023, compared to RMB 1,918,283,000 as of August 31, 2022, showing an increase of approximately 21.6%[126] Cash Flow and Financing - Cash and cash equivalents as of February 28, 2023, were approximately RMB 704.7 million, compared to RMB 469.6 million a year earlier[36] - Cash flow from operating activities amounted to RMB 67,486,000, down from RMB 83,915,000 in the previous year, a decrease of 19.6%[80] - The net cash used in investing activities was RMB 353,523,000, compared to RMB 300,625,000 in the prior year, indicating an increase of 17.6%[81] - The net cash generated from financing activities was RMB 61,934,000, a recovery from a net cash used of RMB 585,876,000 in the same period last year[81] - The company has unutilized bank financing totaling RMB 857,125,000 available for future use, indicating strong liquidity support[83] Shareholder and Management Information - The company declared an interim dividend of RMB 0.0243 per share, amounting to RMB 52.34 million (approximately HKD 59.67 million) with a payout ratio of 30%[48] - The company has allocated HKD 200 million for potential acquisitions of high-quality targets in 2023[44] - The company has repaid HKD 300 million in bank loans, with no outstanding amounts as of February 28, 2023[44] - The total number of employees increased to approximately 4,412 as of February 28, 2023, up from 3,018 on August 31, 2022[57] - The company provides competitive compensation packages to attract and retain high-quality employees, including bonuses based on group performance and individual performance[57] Acquisitions and Strategic Initiatives - The acquisition of Sichuan Fengming Nirvana Education Management Co., Ltd. involved a cash payment of RMB 17,000,000 for 60% equity, contributing revenue of RMB 8,603,000 and a loss of RMB 1,996,000 since acquisition[110] - The company is in discussions with educational institutions in the UK, Hong Kong, and other overseas regions for potential collaborations[46] - A strategic acquisition of a local education firm is anticipated to enhance the company's service offerings and increase user engagement[136] - The company is investing HKD 50 million in research and development for new educational technologies[136] Future Outlook - The company has outlined a future outlook with a projected revenue growth of 20% for the next fiscal year[136] - New product launches are expected to contribute an additional HKD 100 million in revenue by the end of 2023[136] - The management has provided guidance for the next quarter, expecting a revenue range of HKD 250 million to HKD 300 million[136] - The company aims to improve operational efficiency, targeting a 5% reduction in costs by the end of the fiscal year[136]

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended February 28, 2023, was RMB 946,591,000, representing a 137.20% increase compared to RMB 399,063,000 for the same period in 2022[2]. - Gross profit for the same period was RMB 370,780,000, up 228.61% from RMB 112,834,000 in the previous year[2]. - Profit for the period increased to RMB 170,611,000, a significant rise of 453.90% from RMB 30,802,000 in the prior year[2]. - Adjusted profit for the period was RMB 185,866,000, reflecting a 412.32% increase from RMB 36,279,000 in the previous year[2]. - Basic earnings per share rose to RMB 8.10, a 451.02% increase from RMB 1.47 in the same period last year[2]. - Profit before tax increased to RMB 229,026,000 from RMB 38,337,000 year-over-year, reflecting a growth of 497.5%[3]. - Net profit for the period was RMB 170,611,000, up from RMB 30,802,000 in the previous year, marking a growth of 453.5%[3]. - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the period were both RMB 8.10, compared to RMB 1.47 in the prior year[42]. Operational Highlights - The company employed 1,654 full-time teachers as of February 28, 2023, compared to 1,124 on August 31, 2022[7]. - The company operates 44 schools and provides comprehensive education services across 33 cities in China[7]. - The number of high school students in the network reached 25,524 as of the beginning of the 2022 autumn semester[4]. - The number of registered high school students increased to 25,524 as of the beginning of the fall semester in 2022, up approximately 48.9% from 17,139 in the previous year[15]. - The company successfully established four independent profit-making high schools with operational licenses as part of its strategy to optimize operational structure[15]. Financial Position - The total assets as of February 28, 2023, were RMB 4,729,585 thousand, slightly down from RMB 4,802,222 thousand as of August 31, 2022[15]. - The net asset value decreased to RMB 973,315 thousand as of February 28, 2023, from RMB 1,014,259 thousand in the previous year[15]. - The total liabilities as of February 28, 2023, were RMB 3,756,270 thousand, compared to RMB 3,787,963 thousand in the previous year[15]. - The company's cash and cash equivalents as of February 28, 2023, were approximately RMB 704.7 million, up from RMB 469.6 million a year earlier[29]. - The total borrowings of the company as of February 28, 2023, amounted to approximately RMB 1,505.4 million, compared to RMB 1,131.8 million as of August 31, 2022[31]. - The debt-to-equity ratio as of February 28, 2023, was approximately 17.7%, an increase from 13.9% as of August 31, 2022[31]. - The total equity attributable to the owners of the company was RMB 1,964,825,000, an increase from RMB 1,851,796,000 year-over-year, indicating a growth of 6.1%[46]. Expenses and Costs - Administrative expenses rose to approximately RMB 100.1 million from approximately RMB 60.4 million, primarily due to increased administrative staff costs and office expenses[26]. - Financial costs increased from approximately RMB 14.5 million to approximately RMB 25.6 million, mainly due to higher bank loan interest and reduced capitalized interest expenses[27]. - Employee costs increased by 112.1% from approximately RMB 73.0 million to approximately RMB 154.9 million, due to hiring new teachers and increased labor costs from comprehensive education services[22]. - The company reported a 33.6% increase in material consumption costs, rising from approximately RMB 135.6 million to approximately RMB 181.1 million, due to increased dining numbers in operated restaurants[21]. Dividend and Shareholder Information - The company declared an interim dividend of RMB 2.43 per share, with a payout ratio of 30%[2]. - The interim dividend declared for the six months ended February 28, 2023, is RMB 0.0243 per share, totaling RMB 52.34 million, with a payout ratio of 30%[39]. - A total of 75,000,000 shares were granted under the restricted share award plan, representing about 3.48% of the company's total issued shares as of the announcement date[75]. Regulatory and Governance - The company is monitoring the impact of the new regulations on private education and has assessed their implications on its operations[10]. - The company is committed to compliance with the listing rules of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange[84]. - The audit committee, consisting of three members, is responsible for overseeing financial controls, risk management, and internal control systems[78]. - The company has established an audit committee to oversee accounting and financial reporting processes[83]. Future Plans - The company plans to focus on expanding its profit-making high school business and providing comprehensive operational services, including online campus shopping and international education consulting[16]. - The company plans to actively explore investment opportunities to broaden its revenue base and enhance future financial performance and profitability[33]. - The company will gradually reduce the enrollment scale of affected primary and junior high schools to ensure sustainable development[15].

Financial Performance - Revenue for the year ended August 31, 2022, was RMB 884,372,000, compared to RMB 345,184,000 for the previous year[11]. - Gross profit for the same period was RMB 293,539,000, up from RMB 60,489,000[11]. - The adjusted profit from continuing operations for the year was RMB 98,431,000, compared to a loss of RMB 41,233,000 in the previous year[13]. - Basic earnings per share for the year was RMB 4.58, a significant recovery from a loss of RMB 62.69 per share in the previous year[11]. - The company's total revenue increased by 156.2% from approximately RMB 345.2 million for the eight months ended August 31, 2021, to approximately RMB 884.4 million for the reporting year[49]. - The gross profit for the reporting year was approximately RMB 293.5 million, a 385.3% increase from approximately RMB 60.5 million for the eight months ended August 31, 2021[55]. - The total sales cost increased by 107.5% to approximately RMB 590.8 million for the reporting year, up from RMB 284.7 million for the eight months ended August 31, 2021[54]. - Administrative expenses rose by 35.1% to approximately RMB 132.8 million for the reporting year, compared to RMB 98.3 million for the eight months ended August 31, 2021[59]. - Interest expenses increased to RMB 27.5 million for the reporting year, up from RMB 17.0 million for the eight months ended August 31, 2021[60]. - Cash and cash equivalents were approximately RMB 929.9 million as of August 31, 2022, down from RMB 1,273.3 million as of August 31, 2021[62]. Student Enrollment and Academic Performance - The number of high school students in the group's network increased from 17,185 to 25,524, representing a growth of 48.5%[9]. - The high school graduation rate remained high, with approximately 90% of graduates exceeding the national university admission score in 2022[9]. - Approximately 90% of the company's high school graduates exceeded the admission score for Chinese undergraduate universities, with about 60% surpassing the score for first-tier universities[19]. - In the 2022 college entrance examination, approximately 90% of students exceeded the national undergraduate admission score, and about 60% surpassed the first-tier university admission score[29]. - Among the 2022 high school graduates, 79 students were admitted to top 50 universities globally, including Tsinghua University and Peking University[29]. Operational Expansion - The company aims to expand its profitable high school operations and enhance its educational services across China[9]. - The company operates 43 schools across 33 cities in China, expanding its educational services in regions such as Inner Mongolia, Shandong, and Guizhou[18]. - The company plans to enhance its curriculum development and improve management and teaching quality to better serve students and parents[21]. - The company aims to strengthen its profitable high school operations and expand strategically across the country[21]. - The company has decided to establish a new entity to develop early childhood education business after terminating cooperation with third-party early education services[32]. Financial Position and Assets - Total non-current assets increased to RMB 5,925,078,000 as of August 31, 2022, from RMB 5,177,850,000 the previous year[25]. - The company's total assets less current liabilities amounted to RMB 4,316,531,000 as of August 31, 2022[25]. - The total equity of the company was RMB 1,878,915,000 as of August 31, 2022, compared to RMB 1,787,867,000 the previous year[25]. - As of August 31, 2022, the company's total assets amounted to RMB 4,802.2 million, compared to RMB 4,620.2 million as of August 31, 2021[44]. - The company's net assets increased to RMB 1,014.3 million as of August 31, 2022, from RMB 443.1 million as of August 31, 2021[44]. Governance and Management - The board consists of five directors, including two executive directors and three independent non-executive directors, responsible for business and investment plans, annual budgets, and profit distribution[80]. - The founder and CEO, Mr. Luo, has over 19 years of experience in the education industry and has been with the company since January 2017[81]. - Mr. Wang has served as CFO since January 2018, previously holding financial management roles in various companies, indicating strong financial oversight capabilities[83]. - Independent non-executive director Mr. Liao has extensive experience in regulatory affairs, having worked at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange prior to his current role[84]. - The company has implemented structural contracts to ensure control over its operations in China, complying with local regulations[78]. Compliance and Regulatory Risks - The company is closely monitoring the implementation of the "Regulations on the Implementation of the Private Education Promotion Law" and its potential impacts on operations[35]. - The company will monitor developments related to the Foreign Investment Law and its potential impact on operations[39]. - The company is subject to risks associated with structured contracts, including potential penalties from the Chinese government if deemed non-compliant with applicable laws[122]. - The enforceability of structured contracts has significant uncertainty since the implementation of the new regulations on September 1, 2021, which may affect the company's ability to receive variable returns from affected businesses[124]. Employee and Shareholder Information - As of August 31, 2022, the company employed 3,018 employees, an increase from 2,268 employees as of August 31, 2021[159]. - The total employee cost for the reporting year was approximately RMB 192.8 million, compared to RMB 137.6 million for the eight months ending August 31, 2021[159]. - The company’s employee remuneration policies are designed to attract and retain high-quality employees with competitive compensation packages[159]. - The company has implemented a pre-IPO restricted share award scheme to incentivize employees[159]. - The company’s major shareholder, Mr. Luo, holds 888,342,316 shares through Sky Elite Limited, representing approximately 41.64% of the total equity[151]. Future Plans and Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to optimize its operational structure by establishing independent high schools with separate operating licenses, which are expected to be consolidated into the group's financial statements once licensed[45]. - The group plans to expand its business overseas, engaging with educational institutions in the UK, Hong Kong, and other regions for potential acquisitions or partnerships[77]. - The company has received multiple honors in 2021, including "Comprehensive Strength Education Group of the Year" and "Influential Education Brand of the Year"[28]. - The company aims to maintain prudent cash management policies to seize future growth opportunities[66].

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended February 28, 2022, was RMB 399,063,000, representing a 21.1% increase from RMB 329,299,000 for the same period in 2021[8]. - Gross profit for the same period was RMB 112,834,000, up 16.6% from RMB 96,765,000 in the previous year[8]. - Net profit for the six months ended February 28, 2022, was RMB 30,802,000, a 5.8% increase compared to RMB 29,118,000 in the prior year[8]. - Revenue increased by 21.2% from RMB 329.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021, to RMB 399.1 million for the six months ended February 28, 2022, primarily driven by the growth in comprehensive education services[34]. - Comprehensive education services revenue rose by 38.0% from RMB 107.4 million to RMB 148.2 million, attributed to an increase in student enrollment[34]. - Restaurant operations revenue increased by 10.3% from RMB 192.8 million to RMB 212.6 million, mainly due to a rise in student enrollment[35]. - The profit before tax increased to RMB 38,337,000, up from RMB 35,865,000, indicating a growth of about 6.5% year-over-year[88]. - Basic earnings per share for the period was RMB 1.47, up from RMB 1.25 in the previous year, representing a growth of 17.6%[88]. - The company reported a total comprehensive income of RMB 30,661,000 for the period, compared to RMB 29,033,000 in the previous year, reflecting a growth of approximately 5.6%[88]. Operational Changes - The number of full-time teachers in owned schools increased to 790 as of February 28, 2022, from 725 as of August 31, 2021[14]. - The total number of training centers decreased to 11 from 33 in the previous year, indicating a strategic shift in focus[14]. - The group plans to optimize its operational structure by establishing independent high schools with separate operating licenses, which are expected to be consolidated into the group's financial statements once licensed[29]. - The group will gradually reduce the enrollment scale of the affected primary and junior secondary schools[29]. - The implementation of the new regulations has led to the classification of affected businesses as discontinued operations, impacting the financial reporting[31]. - The group will continue to provide high-quality educational services to students and parents despite the changes in business structure[27]. Assets and Liabilities - As of February 28, 2022, total assets were RMB 4,456,204, a decrease from RMB 4,620,219 as of August 31, 2021, representing a decline of approximately 3.55%[28]. - The group's total liabilities decreased from RMB 4,177,121 to RMB 3,755,835, a reduction of about 10.09%[28]. - The net asset value increased from RMB 443,098 to RMB 700,369, reflecting a growth of approximately 58.06%[28]. - As of February 28, 2022, the net current liabilities amounted to approximately RMB 1,160.0 million, a decrease from RMB 2,163.3 million as of August 31, 2021, primarily due to the extension of repayment terms for RMB 1,080.9 million[44]. - The total borrowings as of February 28, 2022, were approximately RMB 1,051.3 million, down from RMB 1,233.7 million as of August 31, 2021[47]. - The debt-to-equity ratio as of February 28, 2022, was approximately 14.4%, compared to 15.8% as of August 31, 2021[47]. Cash Flow and Financing - The net cash flow from operating activities for the six months ended February 28, 2022, was RMB 83.9 million, compared to RMB 190.2 million for the same period in 2021[46]. - The cash and cash equivalents as of February 28, 2022, were approximately RMB 469.6 million, down from RMB 791.9 million as of June 30, 2021[45]. - The net cash flow from investing activities was RMB (300,625,000) for the six months ended February 28, 2022, compared to RMB (1,611,380,000) for the same period in 2021, indicating a significant reduction in cash outflow[102]. - The financing activities resulted in a net cash outflow of RMB (585,876,000) for the six months ended February 28, 2022, compared to a net inflow of RMB 743,970,000 for the same period in 2021[102]. - The company has secured a bank financing arrangement with a licensed bank in mainland China, allowing access to a total approved limit of RMB 1 billion over the next two years, which remains unused as of the report date[105]. Employee and Governance - The company employed approximately 2,519 employees, an increase from 2,268 employees as of August 31, 2021[69]. - The company has implemented a restricted share award plan to attract and retain high-quality employees, which includes bonuses based on performance[69]. - The company has adopted the corporate governance code and has complied with its provisions, except for a deviation regarding the separation of the roles of Chairman and CEO[75][77]. - The total remuneration for key management personnel was RMB 1,822,000 for the six months ended February 28, 2022, compared to RMB 1,255,000 for the same period in 2021, reflecting an increase of 45.2%[148]. Future Outlook - The company plans to expand its market presence by entering three new regions in the upcoming fiscal year, aiming for a 25% increase in market share[166]. - Future guidance indicates a revenue target of HKD 600 million for the next fiscal year, reflecting a growth rate of 20%[166]. - The company has allocated HKD 50 million for research and development in new technologies aimed at improving educational delivery methods[166]. - A new partnership with a leading technology firm is expected to enhance the company's digital infrastructure, potentially increasing operational efficiency by 15%[166]. - The overall market outlook remains positive, with analysts projecting a continued growth trajectory in the education sector, driven by increasing demand for online learning solutions[166].