Financial Performance - The total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 42,768,000, representing an increase of about 12.3% compared to HKD 38,097,000 for the same period in 2023[2]. - The profit attributable to the owners of the company for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD 2,825,000, a decrease of approximately 32.1% from HKD 4,158,000 in the same period of 2023[3]. - The earnings per share for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 0.96, down from HKD 1.49 for the same period in 2023[3]. - The group reported operating profit of HKD 3,014,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 4,435,000 for the same period in 2023[3]. - Total comprehensive income for the period was HKD 2,825,000, consistent with the profit attributable to the owners of the company[3]. - The net cash generated from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD 8,278,000, compared to HKD 5,992,000 for the same period in 2023, representing an increase of approximately 38%[7]. - The net cash used in investing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD (23,259,000), significantly higher than HKD (8,800,000) in 2023, indicating increased investment activities[7]. - The pre-tax profit for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD 3,002,000, down 31.8% from HKD 4,405,000 in the same period of 2023[12]. - The company reported a profit attributable to owners of approximately HKD 2,800,000 for the six months ending June 30, 2024, down from HKD 4,200,000 in the same period of 2023, primarily due to increased expected credit loss provisions[41]. Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets as of June 30, 2024, amounted to HKD 2,843,000, a decrease from HKD 2,883,000 as of December 31, 2023[4]. - Current assets totaled HKD 50,841,000 as of June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 49,749,000 as of December 31, 2023[4]. - The net current assets were HKD 40,640,000 as of June 30, 2024, an increase from HKD 37,387,000 as of December 31, 2023[4]. - The total equity attributable to the owners of the company was HKD 45,710,000 as of June 30, 2024, up from HKD 42,885,000 as of December 31, 2023[5]. - The total liabilities as of June 30, 2024, were HKD 6,501,000, compared to HKD 7,113,000 as of June 30, 2023, showing a decrease in liabilities[11]. - The total assets as of June 30, 2024, amounted to HKD 45,710,000, down from HKD 89,851,000 as of December 31, 2022, reflecting a significant reduction in asset base[6]. - The company paid an interim dividend of HKD (4,200,000) during the period, impacting retained earnings[6]. Employee and Operational Expenses - The group incurred employee benefit expenses of HKD 35,360,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 32,805,000 for the same period in 2023[3]. - The total employee benefits expenses, including director remuneration, increased to HKD 35,725,000 from HKD 33,158,000, reflecting a rise of approximately 7.7%[13]. - The total depreciation and amortization expenses decreased to HKD 839,000 from HKD 1,229,000, representing a reduction of approximately 31.9%[12]. - The company incurred research and development costs of HKD 468,000, down from HKD 788,000, representing a decrease of approximately 40.6%[12]. Revenue Segmentation - For the six months ended June 30, 2024, the reported segment performance was HKD 10,337,000, an increase of 20% compared to HKD 8,611,000 for the same period in 2023[12]. - The revenue from outsourced inbound customer contact services for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 8,400,000, representing an increase of about 28% compared to approximately HKD 6,600,000 in 2023[34]. - The personnel dispatch service segment recorded revenue of approximately HKD 26,800,000 for the six months ending June 30, 2024, representing an increase of about 13.4% compared to HKD 23,600,000 in the same period of 2023[35]. - The customer contact service center equipment management service generated revenue of approximately HKD 3,000,000, a decrease of about 33.7% from HKD 5,000,000 in the same period of 2023[36]. - Financial services revenue was approximately HKD 10,000,000, down from HKD 1,200,000 in the same period of 2023, with a significant drop attributed to the sale of securities and asset management consulting services[37]. - The "Other" segment, primarily related to the Weisi customer contact center system, recorded revenue of approximately HKD 4,300,000, up from HKD 1,800,000 in the same period of 2023[38]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company adhered to all corporate governance codes as per GEM listing rules during the reporting period[42]. - The audit committee reviewed the group's unaudited interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2024, confirming compliance with Hong Kong accounting principles and sufficient disclosure[55]. - There are no reported conflicts of interest among directors or major shareholders in competing businesses as of June 30, 2024[50]. - The company has established a non-competition agreement to prevent its covenant parties from engaging in competing businesses during its validity period[48]. Future Outlook and Strategy - The management remains cautiously optimistic about future growth in the local business environment, anticipating increased demand from existing and new customers[29]. - The company is focusing on the development of system solutions and integrating artificial intelligence technology into its Marvel customer contact center system[28]. - The company continues to evaluate the impact of new accounting standards on its performance and financial position, which may affect future reporting[9].

Financial Proceeds and Usage - The net proceeds from the issuance of convertible bonds amounted to approximately HKD 8,700,000, with actual usage of HKD 3,683,000 as of December 31, 2023, leaving a balance of HKD 5,017,000[4] - The funds were allocated primarily for the expansion of the financial services business, including hiring additional staff for securities and asset management, with an intended budget of HKD 6,200,000[4] - Following the sale, the unused proceeds from the convertible bonds will no longer be allocated for financial services expansion and will instead be redirected to general working capital[9] - The board anticipates that the remaining unused proceeds will be utilized by December 31, 2024, aligning with the company's operational strategy[9] Sale of Subsidiary - The company completed the sale of Gear Future Limited on October 12, 2023, resulting in no further equity interest in the sold group, which was previously involved in securities and asset management[7]

Financial Performance - The group recorded a consolidated revenue of approximately HKD 80,000,000 and a loss of HKD 7,900,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 9,300,000 in 2022[9]. - Total revenue decreased by approximately HKD 7,400,000, from approximately HKD 86,100,000 for the year ended December 31, 2022, to approximately HKD 78,700,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023[44]. - The group recorded a loss attributable to owners of approximately HKD 7,900,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to a loss of approximately HKD 9,300,000 for the year ended December 31, 2022, primarily due to interest expenses on convertible bonds and expected credit losses[41]. - The group anticipates a rebound in financial performance in the upcoming fiscal year, supported by a mid-term dividend of HKD 0.015 per share declared on November 6, 2023[31]. - The group is optimistic about future financial conditions, expecting continued improvement as strict demand management measures are lifted and interest rates decline[13]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from outsourced inbound customer contact services increased from approximately HKD 12,400,000 to approximately HKD 14,500,000, representing an increase of about 16.9%[45]. - Revenue from personnel dispatch services slightly increased from approximately HKD 48,900,000 to approximately HKD 49,600,000, driven by increased demand[47]. - Financial services revenue decreased significantly from approximately HKD 6,100,000 to approximately HKD 1,600,000, primarily due to a reduction in advisory services related to securities products[50]. - The group sold its financial services business entities, generating a revenue of approximately HKD 2,300,000 from the sale[9]. - In 2023, the group recorded a revenue of approximately HKD 2,300,000 from the sale of its financial services business, including Gear Future Limited and others, due to a challenging market environment[14]. Challenges and Market Conditions - The group faces significant challenges due to labor shortages, which are expected to increase costs related to recruitment and employee retention[12]. - The local economy is gradually recovering, but high interest rates, lackluster stock market performance, and a sluggish real estate market are hindering growth[12]. - The group has identified challenges in the business environment for 2024, including labor shortages and geopolitical tensions, which may impact financial performance[27]. - The management acknowledges the ongoing labor market tension, which is likely to persist and impact operational costs[12]. Corporate Governance - The company has maintained high standards of corporate governance in compliance with the GEM Listing Rules, ensuring transparency and accountability to shareholders[96]. - The company has adhered to all provisions of the corporate governance code, continuously improving governance practices to align with international best practices[97]. - The board currently consists of one executive director and three independent non-executive directors, with a noted deficiency in the minimum number of independent directors as per GEM Listing Rules[99]. - The company has adopted a code of conduct for securities trading by directors, confirming compliance for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023[98]. - The company confirmed its responsibility for preparing financial statements in accordance with legal requirements and applicable accounting standards[125]. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Initiatives - The company is committed to sustainable development and has set targets for monitoring greenhouse gas emissions, energy use, water consumption, and waste management[157]. - The company has established an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) committee to assist in collecting and analyzing ESG data and monitoring performance[159]. - The company emphasizes the importance of clear and timely communication with shareholders and investors through various channels, including annual reports and meetings[153]. - The company has implemented an environmental policy based on the principles of "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Replace" to minimize operational environmental impact[172]. - The company encourages employees to use public transportation instead of company vehicles for meetings and client visits post-COVID-19[173]. Employee Management and Recruitment - The group aims to strengthen its recruitment efforts to address labor market shortages, particularly for its personnel dispatch services[28]. - The local unemployment rate is currently at 2.9%, prompting the group to enhance efforts in employee retention, recruitment, and management to maintain a stable and experienced workforce[193]. - The group has established a fair and transparent recruitment process, ensuring that hiring is based on qualifications, experience, and potential without discrimination[196]. - The group offers a competitive compensation plan, regularly reviewing it to ensure competitiveness in the labor market, alongside various employee benefits[198]. - The group employs 258 staff members in Hong Kong, a decrease from 274 in the previous year, maintaining reasonable diversity in gender and age groups[200].

Financial Performance - The group's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 78,719,000, a decrease of about 8.6% compared to HKD 86,130,000 in 2022[5] - The loss attributable to the company's owners for the year ended December 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 7,922,000, a reduction of about 15% from HKD 9,296,000 in the previous year[5] - The earnings per share for the year ended December 31, 2023, was HKD 0.028, compared to HKD 0.033 in 2022[5] - The company reported a net loss before tax of HKD 7,816,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to HKD 9,073,000 in 2022[7] - Total revenue for 2023 was HKD 78,719,000, down from HKD 86,130,000 in 2022, marking a decline of approximately 8.0%[26] - The pre-tax loss for 2023 was HKD 7,816,000, an improvement from a loss of HKD 9,073,000 in 2022, indicating a reduction in losses of approximately 13.9%[22] - The company reported a loss attributable to shareholders of approximately HKD 7,900,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 9,300,000 for the year ended December 31, 2022[67] Dividends and Share Capital - The board proposed an interim dividend of HKD 0.15 per ordinary share for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to no dividend in 2022[5] - The company declared an interim dividend of 0.15 HKD per share for 2023, totaling 44,344 HKD thousand, compared to no dividend in 2022[38] - The company issued 15,625,000 shares during the year, increasing the total issued and paid-up shares from 280,000,000 to 295,625,000, representing a 5.6% increase[38] - The convertible bonds issued in August 2021 will convert into 15,625,000 shares at a conversion price of 0.608 HKD per share, representing approximately 5.29% of the expanded issued share capital[45] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets less current liabilities as of December 31, 2023, were HKD 43,155,000, down from HKD 89,867,000 in 2022[10] - Non-current assets decreased from HKD 6,623,000 in 2022 to HKD 5,768,000 in 2023[9] - Current assets decreased significantly from HKD 112,579,000 in 2022 to HKD 49,749,000 in 2023[9] - The company's total equity attributable to owners decreased from HKD 89,851,000 in 2022 to HKD 42,885,000 in 2023[10] - Total assets reported for 2023 were HKD 55,517,000, down from HKD 119,202,000 in 2022, reflecting a decrease of approximately 53.4%[23] - Total liabilities decreased to HKD 12,632,000 in 2023 from HKD 29,351,000 in 2022, representing a reduction of about 57.0%[24] Revenue Segmentation - For the year ended December 31, 2023, total segment revenue reached HKD 78,719,000, an increase from HKD 86,130,000 in 2022, reflecting a growth of approximately 3.5%[20] - The segment performance for customer contact services showed a profit of HKD 5,809,000, compared to HKD 2,729,000 in the previous year, indicating a significant improvement of 113%[20] - Revenue from telecommunications and related services was HKD 23,864,000 in 2023, compared to HKD 25,188,000 in 2022, a decrease of about 5.2%[26] - Revenue from inbound customer contact services increased from approximately HKD 12,400,000 in 2022 to approximately HKD 14,500,000 in 2023[70] - Revenue from personnel dispatch services slightly increased from approximately HKD 48,900,000 in 2022 to approximately HKD 49,600,000 in 2023[72] - Revenue from financial services decreased significantly from approximately HKD 6,100,000 in 2022 to approximately HKD 1,600,000 in 2023[74] Expenses and Cost Management - The company reported a depreciation and amortization expense of HKD 1,740,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023, down from HKD 3,060,000 in 2022, a decrease of 43%[20] - Employee benefits expenses decreased from approximately HKD 70,000,000 for the year ended December 31, 2022, to approximately HKD 67,000,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023, primarily due to reduced hiring[86] - Other operating expenses decreased from approximately HKD 25,500,000 for the year ended December 31, 2022, to approximately HKD 17,500,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023, representing a reduction of about 31%[86] - Expected credit loss provisions for financial assets decreased from approximately HKD 11,100,000 for the year ended December 31, 2022, to approximately HKD 6,200,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023[87] Strategic Initiatives and Outlook - The company has been providing comprehensive multimedia customer contact services, customer contact center systems, personnel dispatch, and financial services in Hong Kong[12] - The company is focused on developing system solutions and has invested in new technology for the Marvel customer contact center system, enhancing its competitive edge[42] - The group maintains an optimistic outlook for the upcoming year despite challenges in the business environment, including a local unemployment rate of 2.9% as of December 2023, which continues to impact growth, particularly in personnel dispatch services[54] - The group successfully obtained principle approval from the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission for its investment in HKVAX, a virtual asset trading platform, and is actively seeking additional investment opportunities to enhance core business and financial returns[57] - The group has established partnerships with several professional companies in the chatbot and AI tools sector, aiming to enhance its contact center solutions and maintain competitive advantages in the market[56] - The group anticipates significant cost savings following the sale of its securities financial services business, allowing for more effective resource allocation[56] Compliance and Governance - The company has complied with all corporate governance codes as of December 31, 2023[97] - The audit committee has reviewed the consolidated financial results for the year ended December 31, 2023[95] - The group had no significant contingent liabilities or capital commitments as of December 31, 2023[90] - The company did not repurchase any of its listed securities during the year ended December 31, 2023[94]

Financial Performance - Total revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was approximately HKD 57,941,000, a decrease of about 8.1% compared to HKD 63,077,000 for the same period in 2022[4] - Profit attributable to owners for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was approximately HKD 5,623,000, compared to HKD 1,949,000 for the same period in 2022[4] - Earnings per share for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was approximately HKD 0.019, up from HKD 0.007 for the same period in 2022[4] - Operating profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 6,416,000, compared to HKD 2,744,000 for the same period in 2022[5] - Total comprehensive income for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 5,623,000, compared to HKD 1,949,000 for the same period in 2022[5] - The estimated tax expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 287,000, down from HKD 673,000 in 2022[10] - Other income increased from approximately HKD 4.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, to approximately HKD 8.5 million for the same period in 2023, primarily due to the recovery of expected losses on financial assets[33] - The increase in profit was mainly due to the rise in other income related to the recovery of expected losses on financial assets[35] Dividends - The board proposed an interim dividend of HKD 0.15 per share for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to no dividend in 2022[14] - The interim dividend declared is HKD 0.15 per share, amounting to approximately HKD 44.30 million, compared to no dividend in the previous year[19] - The company has paid a total of HKD 4,200,000 in final dividends during the reporting period[17] Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from outsourced inbound customer contact services for the three months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 3,475,000, an increase from HKD 3,174,000 in 2022[9] - Revenue from personnel dispatch services for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 36,481,000, compared to HKD 34,891,000 in 2022[9] Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2023, the total equity attributable to shareholders increased to HKD 91,274,000 from HKD 89,851,000 at the beginning of the year[17] - As of September 30, 2023, the estate of the late Mr. Tang Chengbo holds 210,000,000 shares, representing approximately 71.04% of the company's issued share capital[48] - Major shareholders include the estate of the late Mr. Tang Chengbo, which also holds 210,000,000 shares, accounting for 71.04% of the issued share capital[51] - Major shareholders include Songling Elderly Care Group and its related entities, each holding 15,625,000 shares, representing approximately 5.29% of the issued share capital[53] Corporate Governance - The company has complied with all provisions of the GEM Listing Rules Appendix 15 Corporate Governance Code during the nine months ended September 30, 2023[36] - The company has adopted a code of conduct for directors' securities transactions, confirming compliance with the required standards during the nine months ended September 30, 2023[38] - There were no interests held by directors or major shareholders in any competing businesses as of September 30, 2023[46] - The company has no other disclosures regarding interests or short positions held by directors or key executives as of September 30, 2023[50] Operational Developments - The company is focusing on expanding its multimedia customer contact services and has strengthened its software development team to meet increased service demands[30] - The company plans to continue integrating new developments into its Marvel Contact Centre System to maintain competitiveness in the system solutions market[30] - The company has entered into an agreement to sell its entire stake in Gear Future Limited, allowing it to focus on sustainable development in its core business[28] Financial Assets and Liabilities - The company holds investments in non-listed companies, including a HKD 12,900,000 investment in VAX, which is seeking regulatory approval for its operations[24] - The company has a total of HKD 1,260,000 in financial assets classified at fair value through profit or loss as of September 30, 2023[21] - Unaudited employee benefit expenses decreased from approximately HKD 51.6 million to approximately HKD 49.3 million, mainly due to the cessation of hiring customer contact center agents[33] - Unaudited depreciation and amortization expenses decreased from approximately HKD 4.9 million to approximately HKD 1.8 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023[34] - Unaudited financial costs increased from approximately HKD 100,000 to approximately HKD 500,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2023[34] Compliance and Audit - The audit committee reviewed the unaudited consolidated results for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, confirming compliance with accounting principles and sufficient disclosure[55] - The company has no provisions in its articles of association or Cayman Islands law regarding preemptive rights for existing shareholders to purchase new shares[56] - The company has not redeemed any of its listed securities during the nine months ended September 30, 2023[57] - The company has not purchased or sold any of its listed securities during the nine months ended September 30, 2023[57] Report Availability - The report will be available on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange website and the company's website for at least seven days from the publication date[58]

香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公佈之內容概不 負 責，對 其 準 確 性 或 完 整 性 亦 不 發 表 任 何 聲 明，並 明 確 表 示 概 不 就 因 本 公 佈 全 部 或 任 何 部 份 內 容 而 產 生 或 因 倚 賴 該 等 內 容 而 引 致 之 任 何 損 失 承 擔 任 何 責 任。 ETS GROUP LIMITED 易通訊集團有限公司 （於開曼群島註冊成立之有限公司） （股份代號：8031） 截至二零二三年九月三十日止九個月之 第三季度業績公佈 香 港 聯 合 交 易 所 有 限 公 司（「聯 交 所」）GEM的特色 GEM的 定 位，乃 為 中 小 型 公 司 提 供 一 個 上 市 的 市 場，此 等 公 司 相 比 起 其 他 在 聯 交 所 上 市 的 公 司 帶 有 較 高 投 資 風 險。有 意 投 資 的 人 士 應 了 解 投 資 於 該 等 公 司 的 潛 在 風 險，並 應 經 過 審 慎 周 詳 的 考 慮 後 方 作 出 投 資 決 定。 由 於GEM上 市 公 司 普 遍 為 中 小 型 公 司，在GEM買賣的證券可能會較於主板買 賣 ...

香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公佈之內容概不 負責，對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示概不就因本公佈全 部或任何部份內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致之任何損失承擔任何責任。 ETS GROUP LIMITED 易 通 訊 集 團 有 限 公 司 （於開曼群島註冊成立之有限公司） （股份代號：8031） 截 至 二 零 二 三 年 九 月 三 十 日 止 九 個 月 之 第 三 季 度 業 績 公 佈 香港聯合交易所有限公司（「聯交所」）GEM的特色 GEM的定位，乃為中小型公司提供一個上市的市場，此等公司相比起其他在聯 交所上市的公司帶有較高投資風險。有意投資的人士應了解投資於該等公司 的潛在風險，並應經過審慎周詳的考慮後方作出投資決定。 由於GEM上市公司普遍為中小型公司，在GEM買賣的證券可能會較於主板買 賣之證券承受較大的市場波動風險，同時無法保證在GEM買賣的證券會有高 流通量的市場。 本公佈的資料乃遵照聯交所GEM證券上市規則（「GEM上市規則」）而刊載，旨在 ...

Financial Performance - Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was approximately HKD 38,097,000, a decrease of about 9.8% compared to HKD 42,246,000 for the same period in 2022[4] - Profit attributable to owners for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was approximately HKD 4,158,000, an increase of about 193% compared to a loss of HKD 1,419,000 for the same period in 2022[4] - Earnings per share for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was approximately HKD 1.49, compared to HKD 0.51 for the same period in 2022[4] - Operating profit for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 4,435,000, an increase from HKD 2,024,000 for the same period in 2022[6] - Total comprehensive income for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 4,158,000, compared to HKD 1,419,000 for the same period in 2022[6] - The reported segment performance increased to HKD 8,611,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, up 32.5% from HKD 6,497,000 in the previous year[23] - The pre-tax profit for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 4,405,000, compared to HKD 1,907,000 in the previous year, marking an increase of 131.5%[23] - Other income increased significantly from approximately HKD 2,400,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, to approximately HKD 6,500,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, primarily due to the recovery of expected credit losses on financial assets[74] - The profit attributable to the owners of the company rose to approximately HKD 4,200,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to approximately HKD 1,400,000 for the same period in 2022, driven mainly by the increase in other income related to the recovery of expected credit losses[77] Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets as of June 30, 2023, amounted to HKD 5,652,000, a decrease from HKD 6,623,000 as of December 31, 2022[7] - Current assets as of June 30, 2023, totaled HKD 103,232,000, down from HKD 112,579,000 as of December 31, 2022[7] - Total liabilities as of June 30, 2023, were HKD 19,059,000, a decrease from HKD 29,335,000 as of December 31, 2022[8] - The net asset value attributable to owners as of June 30, 2023, was HKD 89,809,000, compared to HKD 89,851,000 as of December 31, 2022[8] - The net trade receivables as of June 30, 2023, were HKD 26,047,000, a decrease from HKD 27,304,000 as of December 31, 2022, reflecting a decline of 4.6%[36] - The total trade and other payables as of June 30, 2023, amounted to HKD 7,277,000, significantly down from HKD 15,365,000 as of December 31, 2022, indicating a reduction of 52.7%[41] Cash Flow - The net cash generated from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 5,992,000, a decrease of 64.8% compared to HKD 17,054,000 for the same period in 2022[11] - The net cash used in investing activities increased significantly to HKD (8,800,000) from HKD (1,728,000), indicating a rise in investment expenditures[11] - The net cash used in financing activities also rose to HKD (6,424,000) from HKD (1,853,000), reflecting increased financing costs[11] Dividends - The company declared no interim dividend for the period ended June 30, 2023[10] - The company reported no interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2023, consistent with the previous year[31] Shareholder Information - As of June 30, 2023, the company has a significant shareholder, Mr. Tang Yao-sheng, holding 210,000,000 shares, representing 75% of the issued share capital[89] - Wan Shida Enterprises Limited, as a beneficial owner, also holds 210,000,000 shares, equating to 75% of the issued share capital[92] - Songling Elderly Care Group Limited and Songling Youtai Limited each hold 15,625,000 shares, representing approximately 5.58% of the issued share capital[92] - The company has no other directors or key executives holding any additional interests or short positions in the company's shares as of June 30, 2023[91] Corporate Governance - The company has complied with all the corporate governance code provisions as set out in Appendix 15 of the GEM Listing Rules during the six months ended June 30, 2023[78] - The audit committee has reviewed the unaudited interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2023, confirming compliance with accounting policies and sufficient disclosure[94] - The company is committed to maintaining transparency and compliance with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange regulations[94] Operational Challenges and Outlook - The company remains optimistic about future growth in the local business environment, anticipating continued improvement in performance for the remainder of the year[56] - The company is focusing on the development of system solutions and investing in new technology for the Marvel customer contact center system[53] - The company is facing challenges in recruitment due to rising labor costs and competition from other industries, which are expected to persist in the near future[52] Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from outsourced inbound customer contact services increased by approximately 10.8% to about HKD 6,600,000 compared to HKD 5,900,000 in the same period of 2022[65] - Revenue from personnel dispatch services was approximately HKD 23,600,000, a slight increase of about 1% from HKD 23,400,000 in the same period of 2022[69] - Revenue from customer contact center equipment management services decreased by approximately 22% to about HKD 5,000,000 compared to HKD 6,400,000 in the same period of 2022[70] - Financial services revenue decreased to approximately HKD 1,200,000 from HKD 3,900,000 in the same period of 2022[72] Other Financial Information - The average credit period for sales was 30 days, with trade receivables aging analysis showing HKD 5,946,000 within 0-30 days as of June 30, 2023[38] - The company had no contingent liabilities as of June 30, 2023, indicating a stable financial position[48] - The financial assets at fair value through profit or loss were HKD 1,260,000 as of June 30, 2023, unchanged from December 31, 2022[34] - The total issued and paid-up capital remained at HKD 2,800,000, with 280,000,000 shares as of both June 30, 2023, and December 31, 2022[43] - The company did not recognize any deferred tax liabilities in the financial statements due to the absence of significant timing differences[30] - The management's remuneration for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 243,000, unchanged from the same period in 2022[47] - The company did not repurchase any of its listed securities during the six months ended June 30, 2023[97] - There are no provisions in the company's articles of association or Cayman Islands law requiring the company to offer new shares to existing shareholders on a pro-rata basis[95] - The convertible bonds issued by Songling Youtai Limited have a principal amount of HKD 9,500,000, with a conversion price of HKD 0.608 per share[96] - The company has confirmed that there are no other individuals with interests in the company's shares that require disclosure under the Securities and Futures Ordinance as of June 30, 2023[93] - There were no share options granted, exercised, expired, or lapsed under the share option scheme during the six months ended June 30, 2023[80]

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Financial Performance - Total revenue decreased from approximately HKD 23,089,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2022, to approximately HKD 19,995,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2023[4]. - Profit attributable to owners increased by approximately 354% to HKD 3,034,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 1,196,000 for the same period in 2022[4]. - Earnings per share for the three months ended March 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 1.08, compared to a loss per share of HKD 0.43 for the same period in 2022[4]. - Other income increased significantly to HKD 3,586,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2023, from HKD 1,000 for the same period in 2022[6]. - Operating profit for the three months ended March 31, 2023, was HKD 3,230,000, compared to an operating loss of HKD 896,000 for the same period in 2022[6]. - The total revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2023, decreased to approximately HKD 20,000,000 from approximately HKD 23,100,000 for the same period in 2022, primarily due to a decline in revenue from financial services[32]. - The net loss attributable to the company's owners decreased from approximately HKD 1,200,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2022, to a profit of approximately HKD 3,000,000 for the same period in 2023, mainly due to the recovery of receivables and reduced employee benefits expenses[33]. Employee Expenses - Employee benefit expenses decreased from HKD 19,841,000 in 2022 to HKD 16,651,000 in 2023, reflecting a reduction of approximately 16.5%[6]. - Employee benefit expenses decreased from approximately HKD 19,800,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2022, to approximately HKD 16,700,000 for the same period in 2023, attributed to a reduction in the hiring of personnel for dispatch services[32]. Dividends - The company did not recommend the declaration of an interim dividend for the three months ended March 31, 2023, compared to no dividend declared in 2022[4]. - The company does not recommend the payment of any interim dividend for the three months ended March 31, 2023, consistent with the previous year[20]. Financial Services Segment - The financial services segment revenue decreased from HKD 2,667,000 in 2022 to HKD 779,000 in 2023, a decline of approximately 70.8%[11]. Tax and Other Expenses - The income tax expense for the three months ended March 31, 2023, was HKD 168,000, down from HKD 253,000 in 2022, representing a decrease of approximately 33.6%[15]. - Other operating expenses increased from approximately HKD 2,500,000 to approximately HKD 3,000,000, mainly due to increased subcontracting and leasing costs[32]. - Depreciation and amortization expenses decreased from approximately HKD 1,700,000 to approximately HKD 600,000 for the same periods[32]. - Financial costs decreased from approximately HKD 47,000 to approximately HKD 28,000 for the same periods[32]. Management Outlook - The management is optimistic about the gradual recovery of the local economy and aims to reform the cost structure while focusing on business growth in 2023[24]. - The company continues to focus on expanding its system solutions business and has increased its software development team to meet additional demand[22]. - The company is addressing labor shortages caused by population outflow and aging by allocating additional resources and enhancing recruitment capabilities[21]. Shareholder Information - As of March 31, 2023, the major shareholder, Wan Shi Da Enterprises Limited, holds 210,000,000 shares, representing approximately 75% of the issued share capital[47]. - The average number of issued ordinary shares remained constant at 280,000,000 shares for both periods[16]. Compliance and Agreements - The audit committee reviewed the unaudited interim results for the three months ended March 31, 2023, and confirmed compliance with Hong Kong accounting policies and legal requirements[50]. - The company has established a non-competition agreement to protect the interests of the company and its shareholders[39]. - The company has committed to not engaging in any business that may compete with its existing operations during the term of the non-competition agreement[41]. - Covenantors are required to notify the company of any new business opportunities related to restricted businesses within three business days[43]. - The company has received written notifications from all covenantors regarding any new business opportunities that may compete with the existing business as of December 31, 2022[43]. - The company has no knowledge of any directors or major shareholders holding interests in any competing businesses as of March 31, 2023[44]. - The company has no directors or senior management holding any interests in the company's shares or related securities that require disclosure under the Securities and Futures Ordinance as of March 31, 2023[46]. - The company has no knowledge of any other individuals holding interests in the company's shares that require disclosure under the Securities and Futures Ordinance as of March 31, 2023[49]. Securities and Bonds - The company has a convertible bond with a principal amount of HKD 9,500,000, convertible at a price of HKD 0.608 per share, which will result in the issuance of 15,625,000 shares upon full conversion[49]. - There were no repurchases of listed securities by the company or its subsidiaries during the three months ended March 31, 2023[53]. - The company has not issued any new shares to existing shareholders as there are no provisions for preemptive rights in its articles of association or Cayman Islands law[51].