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简朴新生活(08360) - 2023 - 年度业绩
2024-03-28 13:02
Financial Performance - The company's revenue decreased by approximately 54.5%, from about HKD 140.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, to about HKD 63.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2023[18]. - The design and renovation business generated total revenue of HKD 63.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to HKD 140.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2022[21]. - The securities investment business did not generate any realized revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023[19]. - The loss for the year ended December 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 17.6 million, compared to a loss of HKD 20.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2022[24]. - The group's cost of sales and services decreased by approximately 61.1% to about HKD 48.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the previous year[22]. - Selling and administrative expenses increased to approximately HKD 34.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, up from HKD 31.5 million in 2022, primarily due to equity-settled share-based payments of about HKD 4.2 million[23]. - The group's cash and cash equivalents increased by approximately 114.8% to about HKD 26.2 million as of December 31, 2023, compared to HKD 12.2 million in 2022[28]. - The debt-to-asset ratio increased to approximately 64.5% as of December 31, 2023, from 30.2% in the previous year, primarily due to the issuance of bonds and convertible bonds[29]. Business Outlook and Strategy - The management remains optimistic about the long-term prospects of the design and renovation business despite economic uncertainties[16]. - The company plans to continue seeking new orders and clients to strengthen its customer base in the design and renovation sector[16]. - The board is optimistic about the prospects of the Hong Kong listed equity securities market, believing that the new business will enhance the company's financial performance and shareholder value[16]. - The company will actively monitor its performance and implement appropriate strategies in response to adverse economic conditions[16]. - The securities investment business was established during the year ended December 31, 2023, with a focus on seeking capital appreciation and cash flow returns in the Hong Kong equity securities market[15]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The management is committed to ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the information provided in the financial report[5]. - The company has maintained compliance with relevant laws and regulations, with no significant violations reported during the year[80]. - The independent auditor expressed a qualified opinion on the consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023, due to insufficient audit evidence regarding the cessation of consolidation of ACE[44]. - The board of directors is seeking legal advice to determine actions to be taken regarding the liquidation order to protect the interests of the company and its shareholders[50]. - The audit committee has reviewed the details of the qualified opinion and agrees with the management's position regarding the cessation of consolidation[47]. - The company has adopted a code of conduct for securities trading, ensuring compliance with GEM listing rules[153]. - The company has established a written procedure for directors to seek independent professional advice, with costs covered by the company[142]. - The company has implemented a disclosure policy to ensure timely handling of inside information and to provide guidance for directors and senior management in managing confidential data[199]. Employee and Management Changes - The group employed approximately 39 employees as of December 31, 2023, compared to 38 employees in the previous year[39]. - Mr. Zhong Jiahao was appointed as an executive director on December 6, 2023, with an annual director's fee of HKD 240,000[105]. - Mr. Wang Jianyang resigned as an executive director and CEO on January 3, 2024[106]. - The company is actively seeking a suitable candidate to fill the CEO position following the resignation of Mr. Wang Jianyang on January 3, 2024[135]. Risk Management - The company faces risks related to contract acquisition, management team reliance, and supplier performance[91]. - The company has established a risk management system with key features including risk assessment to evaluate the nature and extent of risks associated with achieving strategic goals[192]. - The board of directors confirmed the effectiveness of the risk management and internal control systems, which meet the current business environment's needs and comply with GEM listing rules[196]. - The company conducts annual risk assessments to identify potential strategic, operational, financial, and compliance risks[195]. Shareholder Information - The company has not declared a final dividend for the year, consistent with the previous year[88]. - The company has zero distributable reserves as of December 31, 2023, unchanged from the previous year[96]. - The major shareholders accounted for 29.1% of total purchases, with the largest supplier contributing 9.5%[99]. - The major customers represented 39.1% of total sales, with the largest customer contributing 11.5%[99]. - As of December 31, 2023, Mr. Chen Hongkai holds 16,469,200 shares and 3,600,000 options, totaling 20,069,200 shares, representing 5.57% of the company[117]. - As of December 31, 2023, the major shareholder, Mr. Lu Yujian, holds 68,496,000 shares, representing 19.01% of the company's issued shares[121]. - The company has maintained a public float of at least 25% of its issued shares as required by GEM listing rules[126]. Charitable Contributions - The company made charitable donations totaling HKD 10,000 during the year, down from HKD 17,000 in the previous year[97].
简朴新生活(08360) - 2023 Q3 - 季度财报
2023-11-14 12:38
Financial Performance - For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the total revenue was approximately HKD 47.6 million, a decrease of about 54.0% compared to HKD 103.5 million in the same period of 2022[13]. - The gross profit for the same period was approximately HKD 13.7 million, down about 4.2% from HKD 14.3 million in 2022, with a gross margin increase from 13.8% to 28.8%[14]. - The adjusted EBITDA for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was approximately -HKD 15.7 million, compared to -HKD 2.0 million in the same period of 2022[16]. - The company recorded a loss attributable to owners of approximately HKD 16.3 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 4.1 million in 2022[16]. - The total operating expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, were approximately HKD 33.9 million, an increase from HKD 18.2 million in the same period of 2022[16]. - The group reported a net loss of HKD 18.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to a net loss of HKD 4.98 million for the same period in 2022[30]. - For the three months ended September 30, 2023, the company reported a loss of HKD 5,664,000 compared to a profit of HKD 663,000 in the same period of 2022, representing a significant decline[31]. - The company recorded a total comprehensive loss of HKD 18,543,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 5,132,000 in the same period of 2022[31]. - The basic loss per share for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 4.54, compared to a loss of HKD 1.17 for the same period in 2022[31]. - For the three months ended September 30, 2023, the company reported a basic loss per share of HKD (1.11), compared to a profit of HKD 0.25 for the same period in 2022[44]. - The company reported a total loss of HKD (4,017,000) for the three months ended September 30, 2023, compared to a profit of HKD 882,000 in the same period of 2022[44]. Revenue Breakdown - The average revenue per project decreased by approximately 61.7% to about HKD 0.88 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to HKD 2.3 million in 2022[11]. - The number of completed and ongoing projects decreased by 4.5% to 42 projects in 2023 from 44 projects in 2022[11]. - The revenue from office design and renovation services decreased by 29.6% to HKD 22.4 million in 2023 from HKD 31.8 million in 2022[9]. - The revenue from commercial projects saw a significant decline of 86.9%, dropping to HKD 8.8 million from HKD 67.4 million in the previous year[9]. - The revenue from residential projects increased by 63.9% to HKD 5.9 million, up from HKD 3.6 million in 2022[9]. - Total revenue for the three months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 20,309,000, a decrease from HKD 38,655,000 in the same period of 2022, reflecting a decline of approximately 47.5%[39]. - The design and renovation segment generated revenue of HKD 11,497,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2023, down from HKD 38,436,000 in the same period of 2022, a decrease of about 70%[39]. Financial Position - As of September 30, 2023, the group had cash and cash equivalents of approximately HKD 24.1 million, an increase from HKD 14.5 million as of December 31, 2022[17]. - The current ratio as of September 30, 2023, was approximately 1.0, up from 0.9 as of December 31, 2022[17]. - Total liabilities as of September 30, 2023, were approximately HKD 103 million, compared to HKD 70.3 million as of December 31, 2022[17]. - The debt-to-asset ratio increased to 51.0% as of September 30, 2023, from 30.2% as of December 31, 2022, primarily due to an increase in the book value of bonds[17]. - The company has received financial support commitments of up to HKD 7,500,000 from major shareholders to meet its financial obligations[38]. - The company is actively seeking additional financing methods and bank loans to support its existing financial obligations and future capital expenditures[38]. - The company believes it has sufficient financial resources to settle the debts arising from the liquidation order[64]. Corporate Actions - The group completed the acquisition of a 34% stake in Shunyu Asset Management for a total consideration of HKD 500,000 on March 21, 2023[25]. - The board of directors will not declare any interim dividend for the nine months ended September 30, 2023[24]. - The company is seeking legal advice regarding actions to be taken in response to a winding-up order issued against its non-wholly owned subsidiary, ACE Architectural and Interior Design Limited, with total debts amounting to HKD 2.36 million[21]. - The total debt related to the liquidation order issued on November 8, 2023, amounts to HKD 2,358,000, which is for consultancy fees and contract amounts related to the ACE project[64]. Governance and Compliance - The company has complied with all corporate governance codes as per GEM Listing Rules Appendix 15 during the nine months ending September 30, 2023[59]. - The company has adopted a code of conduct for securities trading by directors, which is not less stringent than the GEM Listing Rules[60]. - The board of directors confirmed that there were no conflicts of interest or competitive business activities involving directors or their close associates during the nine months ending September 30, 2023[58]. - The company has not engaged in any arrangements that would allow directors or their associates to benefit from acquiring securities of the company or its affiliates during the nine months ending September 30, 2023[57]. - The audit committee has reviewed the unaudited financial information and third-quarter report for the nine months ending September 30, 2023[66]. Other Financial Information - Other income for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, totaled HKD 877,000, compared to HKD 446,000 in the same period of 2022, indicating an increase of approximately 96.7%[40]. - The company reported a fair value gain of HKD 337,000 on financial assets for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 149,000 in the same period of 2022[33]. - The company recognized a trade receivables impairment loss of HKD (350,000) for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to HKD (966,000) for the same period in 2022[43]. - The company reported a net gain from the sale of subsidiaries amounting to HKD 448,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2023[43]. - The company recorded a net gain from the sale of property, plant, and equipment amounting to HKD 634,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2023[43]. - The company confirmed a fair value loss of HKD (115,000) from financial assets measured at fair value through profit or loss[43]. - As of September 30, 2023, the major shareholder, 呂宇健, holds 68,496,000 shares, representing 19.01% of the company's issued shares[56]. - The company has granted and accepted stock options to purchase 21,930,000 shares at an exercise price of HKD 1.10 per share during the nine months ended September 30, 2023[50]. - As of September 30, 2023, the total number of unexercised stock options was approximately 22,877,000, representing about 6.35% of the company's issued share capital[53]. - The company did not recognize any tax provision for Hong Kong profits tax for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, due to no taxable profits being reported[43].
简朴新生活(08360) - 2023 Q3 - 季度业绩
2023-11-14 12:36
香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責, 對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明,並明確表示,概不就因本公告全部或任何 部分內容而產生或因依賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責任。 AL Group Limited 利駿集團(香港)有限公司 (於開曼群島註冊成立的有限公司) (股份代號:8360) 截至二零二三年九月三十日止九個月 第三季度業績公告 利駿集團(香港)有限公司(「本公司」)之董事(「董事」)會(「董事會」)欣然宣佈本 公司及其附屬公司(統稱「本集團」)截至二零二三年九月三十日止九個月之未經審 核業績。 本公告列載本集團二零二三年第三季度報告全文,並符合香港聯合交易所有限公司 (「聯交所」)GEM證券上市規則(「GEM上市規則」)中有關季度業績初步公告附載 之資料之要求。載有GEM上市規則規定資料之本公司二零二三年第三季度報告之 印刷本將於適當時候寄發予本公司股東。 本公司之第三季度業績公告登載於聯交所網站(http://www.hkexnews.hk)及本公司網 站(www.AL-Grp.com)。 ...
简朴新生活(08360) - 2023 - 中期财报
2023-08-14 13:49
Financial Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2023, the company's revenue was approximately HKD 27.3 million, a decrease of about 57.9% compared to HKD 64.8 million in the same period of 2022[10]. - The gross profit for the same period was approximately HKD 5.9 million, down about 16.7% from HKD 7.0 million in 2022, with a gross margin increase from 10.9% to 21.6%[10]. - The company recorded an adjusted EBITDA of approximately -HKD 12.0 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to -HKD 3.7 million in the same period of 2022[10]. - The company reported a loss attributable to owners of approximately HKD 12.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 5.0 million in the same period of 2022[10]. - The company reported a net loss attributable to owners of the company of HKD 12,322,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to HKD 5,023,000 in the same period of 2022[28]. - The net loss for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 13,207,000, an increase of 123.4% from HKD 5,920,000 in the same period of 2022[28]. - The total comprehensive expenses for the period amounted to HKD 12,879,000, which includes a loss of HKD 12,322,000[32]. Revenue Breakdown - The average revenue per project decreased by approximately 52.9% to about HKD 1.0 million in 2023 from HKD 2.1 million in 2022[9]. - The number of projects completed and in progress decreased by 16.0% to 26 projects in 2023 from 31 projects in 2022[8]. - Revenue from residential projects increased by 100.0%, rising from HKD 2.3 million in 2022 to HKD 4.6 million in 2023[8]. - Revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 16,865,000, a decrease of 56.3% compared to HKD 38,606,000 in the same period of 2022[28]. - Revenue from design and renovation services for the six months was HKD 25,618,000, a decline of 60.2% from HKD 64,328,000 in 2022[45]. - The top five customers accounted for approximately 56.97% of total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to 76% in 2022[49]. Operating Expenses - Total operating expenses increased to approximately HKD 20.4 million in 2023 from HKD 12.0 million in 2022, primarily due to increased employee benefits and advertising costs[10]. - Total operating expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2023, were HKD 7,232,000, significantly higher than HKD 3,547,000 in 2022[56]. - The total employee cost for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was approximately HKD 13.1 million, compared to HKD 8.5 million for the same period in 2022[25]. Financial Position - As of June 30, 2023, the group had cash and cash equivalents of approximately HKD 10.8 million, down from HKD 12.2 million as of December 31, 2022[12]. - The current ratio as of June 30, 2023, was approximately 0.8, compared to 0.9 as of December 31, 2022[12]. - Total liabilities as of June 30, 2023, were approximately HKD 77.1 million, an increase from HKD 70.3 million as of December 31, 2022[12]. - The debt-to-asset ratio increased to 36.0% as of June 30, 2023, from 30.2% as of December 31, 2022, primarily due to an increase in the face value of promissory notes and convertible bonds[12]. - The company's equity attributable to owners decreased to HKD 3,488,000 as of June 30, 2023, from HKD 8,951,000 as of December 31, 2022[31]. Investments and Acquisitions - The company is expanding into the financial services and catering industries to diversify its revenue sources[4]. - On March 21, 2023, the group completed the acquisition of a 34% stake in Shun Yu Asset Management Limited for a total consideration of HKD 500,000[22]. - The goodwill generated from the acquisition of Shunyu Asset Management amounts to HKD 184,000, providing opportunities to expand the company's position in the financial services sector[94]. - The company sold its 100% stake in Transcend Global Asset Management for a total cash consideration of approximately HKD 639,000 on March 13, 2023[96]. Shareholder and Stock Information - The company has a total of 360,274,000 ordinary shares issued and paid up as of June 30, 2023, with a share premium of HKD 134,917,000[81]. - Major shareholder Lui Yu Kin owns 72,252,000 shares, accounting for 20.05% of the company's issued shares as of June 30, 2023[112]. - The company has granted stock options to employees and others, with a total of 22,116,000 options issued during the reporting period[86]. - The company has approximately 22,877,000 unexercised stock options as of June 30, 2023, representing about 6.35% of the total issued shares[88]. Corporate Governance - The board did not declare any interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2023, consistent with the previous year[18]. - The board confirmed compliance with all corporate governance codes as per GEM Listing Rules Appendix 15 during the six months ended June 30, 2023[116]. - The company established an audit committee on June 15, 2016, consisting of three independent non-executive directors to oversee financial reporting and internal controls[120].
简朴新生活(08360) - 2023 - 中期业绩
2023-08-14 13:36
香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責, 對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明,並明確表示,概不就因本公告全部或任何 部分內容而產生或因依賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責任。 AL Group Limited 利駿集團(香港)有限公司 (於開曼群島註冊成立的有限公司) (股份代號:8360) 截至二零二三年六月三十日止六個月 中期業績公告 利駿集團(香港)有限公司(「本公司」)之董事(「董事」)會(「董事會」)欣然宣佈本 公司及其附屬公司(統稱「本集團」)截至二零二三年六月三十日止六個月之未經審 核業績。 本公告列載本集團二零二三年中期報告全文,並符合香港聯合交易所有限公司 (「聯交所」)GEM證券上市規則(「GEM上市規則」)中有關中期業績初步公告附載 之資料之要求。載有GEM上市規則規定資料之本公司二零二三年中期報告之印刷 本將於適當時候寄發予本公司股東。 本公司之中期業績公告登載於聯交所網站(http://www.hkexnews.hk)及本公司網站 ...
简朴新生活(08360) - 2023 Q1 - 季度财报
2023-05-15 10:36
Financial Performance - Total revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2023, decreased by approximately 60.3% to about HKD 10.4 million compared to HKD 26.2 million in the same period of 2022[13] - The average revenue per project dropped from approximately HKD 1.31 million in 2022 to about HKD 0.50 million in 2023, a decrease of 62.1%[11] - Gross profit for the three months was approximately HKD 2.0 million, down about 59.2% from HKD 4.9 million in the previous year, with a slight increase in gross margin from 18.6% to 19.2%[14] - Adjusted EBITDA for the period was approximately (HKD 3.7 million), compared to (HKD 0.8 million) in the same period last year, primarily due to a decrease in overall gross profit[16] - The company recorded a loss attributable to owners of approximately HKD 3.1 million for the three months, compared to a loss of about HKD 1.6 million in the previous year[16] - Operating loss for the three months ended March 31, 2023, was HKD 3,399 thousand, compared to an operating loss of HKD 1,069 thousand for the same period in 2022[22] - The net loss for the period was HKD 3,734 thousand, compared to a net loss of HKD 1,264 thousand for the same period in 2022[22] - Revenue from design and renovation services was HKD 9,937,000, down 61.0% from HKD 26,116,000 in the previous year[32] - The group recorded a loss attributable to owners of the company of HKD 3,089,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 1,595,000 for the same period in 2022[38] Project Management - The number of projects remained unchanged at 20, with a 20% increase in office projects from 15 to 18, while commercial and residential projects decreased by 66.7% and 50.0%, respectively[6] - The number of completed projects and ongoing projects remained stable, indicating consistent project management despite revenue declines[6] Operating Expenses and Cost Control - Operating expenses increased to approximately HKD 6.5 million from HKD 6.2 million in the previous year, mainly due to higher employee costs[16] - The company continues to implement extensive cost control measures to maintain profit margins amid ongoing economic challenges[14] Cash and Liabilities - As of March 31, 2023, the group's cash and cash equivalents amounted to approximately HKD 11.6 million, a decrease from HKD 12.2 million as of December 31, 2022[17] - The current ratio as of March 31, 2023, was approximately 0.8, down from 0.9 as of December 31, 2022[17] - Total liabilities as of March 31, 2023, were approximately HKD 77.1 million, an increase from HKD 70.3 million as of December 31, 2022[17] - The debt-to-capital ratio decreased to approximately 24.6% as of March 31, 2023, from 30.2% as of December 31, 2022, primarily due to a reduction in borrowings[17] Share Options and Ownership - As of March 31, 2023, the company had 22,877,200 unexercised share options available under its share option scheme[41] - The share option scheme allows for a maximum of 1% of the issued shares to be granted to eligible participants within any 12-month period[39] - The company issued 22,116,000 share options on January 19, 2023, which, if fully exercised, would result in the issuance of approximately 6.1% of the company's total issued shares[40] - As of March 31, 2023, the company has a total of 18,941,200 shares held by beneficial owner Chen Hongkai, representing 5.26% of the issued shares[45] - Beneficial owner Lu Yujian holds 72,252,000 shares, accounting for 20.05% of the company's issued shares as of March 31, 2023[47] - The spouse of Chen Hongkai holds 39,600 shares, which is 0.01% of the issued shares[45] - The company has not disclosed any other individuals holding 5% or more of the company's shares apart from those mentioned[47] Corporate Governance - The company has complied with all corporate governance codes as per GEM Listing Rules Appendix 15 during the three months ended March 31, 2023[50] - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, reviewed the unaudited financial information for the three months ended March 31, 2023[53] - No arrangements were made for directors and senior management to benefit from purchasing the company's shares or debt securities as of March 31, 2023[46] - The company has adopted a code of conduct regarding securities trading by directors, which is stricter than the GEM Listing Rules[51] - There were no interests or potential conflicts of interest reported by directors in any competing businesses during the three months ended March 31, 2023[48] Future Outlook - Future outlook remains cautious due to the ongoing adverse effects of COVID-19 on the Hong Kong economy[14] - The company did not declare any interim dividend for the three months ended March 31, 2023, consistent with the previous year[20] - On March 21, 2023, the company completed the acquisition of a 34% stake in Shunyu Asset Management Limited for HKD 500,000[21] - The effective tax rate for the group remains at 16.5% for both the current and previous year[36] - The group generated other income of HKD 7,000, down 95.7% from HKD 163,000 in the previous year[33] - The group reported a net gain from the sale of property, plant, and equipment of HKD 634,000, and a gain from the sale of subsidiaries of HKD 448,000, totaling HKD 1,082,000 for the period[35]
简朴新生活(08360) - 2023 Q1 - 季度业绩
2023-05-15 10:33
香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責, 對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明,並明確表示,概不就因本公告全部或任何 部分內容而產生或因依賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責任。 AL Group Limited 利駿集團(香港)有限公司 (於開曼群島註冊成立的有限公司) (股份代號:8360) 截至二零二三年三月三十一日止三個月 第一季度業績公告 利駿集團(香港)有限公司(「本公司」)之董事(「董事」)會(「董事會」)欣然宣佈本 公司及其附屬公司(統稱「本集團」)截至二零二三年三月三十一日止三個月之未經 審核業績。 本公告列載本集團二零二三年第一季度報告全文,並符合香港聯合交易所有限公司 (「聯交所」)GEM證券上市規則(「GEM上市規則」)中有關季度業績初步公告附載 之資料之要求。載有GEM上市規則規定資料之本公司二零二三年第一季度報告之 印刷本將於適當時候寄發予本公司股東。 本公司之第一季度業績公告登載於聯交所網站(http://www.hkgem.com)及本公司 網站(www.AL-Grp.com)。 ...
简朴新生活(08360) - 2022 - 年度财报
2023-03-30 11:54
Financial Performance - Total revenue for the year was approximately HKD 140.1 million, an increase of about 28.1% compared to the previous year[8]. - Average revenue per project (excluding maintenance and after-sales services) increased by approximately 55.1% to about HKD 2.90 million[8]. - Gross profit for the year was approximately HKD 15.3 million, a decrease of about 13.1% from the previous year, with a gross profit margin dropping from approximately 16.1% to about 10.9%[8]. - The company recorded a loss attributable to owners of approximately HKD 17.9 million, a reduction of about 44.6% compared to the previous year[8]. - Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, was approximately HKD 140.1 million, an increase of about 28.1% compared to HKD 109.4 million in 2021[24]. - Gross profit for the year was approximately HKD 15.3 million, a decrease of about 13.1% from HKD 17.6 million in 2021, with a gross margin dropping from 16.1% to 10.9%[25]. - The number of projects decreased by 17.2% to 48 in 2022, while the average revenue per project increased by 55.1% to approximately HKD 2.9 million[21]. - The company recorded a loss attributable to shareholders of approximately HKD 17.9 million, a reduction of about 44.6% from HKD 32.3 million in 2021[27]. - Total operating expenses for the year were approximately HKD 35.5 million, a decrease of about 37.5% from HKD 56.8 million in 2021[27]. Market and Demand Outlook - Future demand for interior design services is expected to increase due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with a focus on adapting work environments[11]. - The company acknowledges the significant impact of the global market downturn due to COVID-19 but believes the disruption has peaked[12]. - Management remains optimistic about the future development of the interior design and renovation industry in Hong Kong despite market challenges[16]. Business Strategy and Development - The company plans to explore new business lines and expand its core business into different markets to enhance its competitive advantage[23]. - The management is committed to developing current projects to the highest standards while exploring new revenue opportunities[12]. - The company aims to attract top talent and continue to implement COVID-safe measures and technologies[11]. Corporate Governance and Management - The company has a diverse board with members holding significant experience in finance, engineering, and technology[79][81][82]. - The management team includes experienced professionals with backgrounds in real estate, interior design, and technology[70][75][81]. - The company has established procedures for directors to seek independent professional advice as needed[167]. - The board consists of six directors, including three executive directors and three independent non-executive directors[158]. - The company has complied with all corporate governance codes as per GEM listing rules throughout the year[157]. Financial Position and Liabilities - As of December 31, 2022, the group had cash and cash equivalents of approximately HKD 12.2 million, down from HKD 27.4 million as of December 31, 2021[45]. - The current ratio as of December 31, 2022, was approximately 0.9, compared to 1.1 as of December 31, 2021[45]. - Total liabilities as of December 31, 2022, were approximately HKD 70.3 million, an increase from HKD 63.8 million as of December 31, 2021[45]. - The debt-to-equity ratio increased to approximately 30.2% as of December 31, 2022, from 22.3% as of December 31, 2021, primarily due to increased borrowings[45]. Shareholder and Stock Information - The company did not recommend a final dividend for the year, consistent with the previous year[108]. - The company has zero distributable reserves as of December 31, 2022, unchanged from the previous year[115]. - As of December 31, 2022, the major shareholder, 呂宇健, holds 68,403,200 shares, representing 18.99% of the company's issued shares[147]. - The company has maintained a public float of at least 25% of its total issued shares as per GEM listing rules[150]. Community and Environmental Commitment - The company is committed to community service and environmentally friendly practices in its operations[83]. - The company made charitable donations totaling HKD 17,000 for the year, an increase from HKD 3,800 in the previous year[116]. Risk Management - The company relies on timely provision of interior design solutions to meet customer preferences, which poses a risk to financial performance[111]. - The group has no significant foreign currency hedging policy but will consider hedging major foreign currency risks as needed[49]. - The group plans to manage its investment portfolio cautiously in light of recent stock market volatility[58].
简朴新生活(08360) - 2022 - 年度业绩
2023-03-30 11:45
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简朴新生活(08360) - 2022 Q3 - 季度财报
2022-11-14 10:32
Financial Performance - Total revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, increased by approximately 64% to HKD 103.5 million compared to HKD 63.1 million in the same period of 2021[11] - Gross profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, was approximately HKD 14.3 million, a 14.4% increase from HKD 12.5 million in the same period of 2021[11] - Adjusted EBITDA for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, was approximately -HKD 2.0 million, an improvement from -HKD 7.9 million in the same period of 2021[14] - The company recorded a loss attributable to owners of approximately HKD 4.1 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, compared to a loss of HKD 12.9 million in the same period of 2021[14] - The operating profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, was HKD (4.277) million, compared to HKD (9.321) million for the same period in 2021[24] - The net profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, was HKD (4.983) million, improving from HKD (13.503) million for the same period in 2021[24] - Other income for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, was HKD 446,000, slightly down from HKD 456,000 in the same period of 2021[37] Revenue Breakdown - Average revenue per project rose by approximately 27.8% to HKD 2.3 million from HKD 1.8 million in the same period of 2021[9] - For the three months ended September 30, 2022, the Group's revenue from design and renovation services was HKD 38,436,000, a 69.6% increase from HKD 22,676,000 in the same period of 2021[36] - For the nine months ended September 30, 2022, total revenue from design and renovation services reached HKD 102,764,000, up 64.5% from HKD 62,452,000 in the previous year[36] Project and Operational Metrics - The number of projects increased by 29.4% to 44 projects from 34 projects in the same period of 2021[9] - The number of commercial projects increased by 50.0% to 15 from 10 in the same period of 2021[5] - The number of office projects increased by 29.4% to 22 from 17 in the same period of 2021[5] Expenses and Profitability - Total operating expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, were approximately HKD 18.2 million, down from HKD 22.8 million in the same period of 2021[14] - The gross profit margin decreased to 13.8% from 19.9% in the same period of 2021 due to unstable economic conditions and increased material costs[12] Financial Position - As of September 30, 2022, the group had cash and cash equivalents of approximately HKD 14.5 million, down from HKD 27.4 million as of December 31, 2021[15] - The current ratio as of September 30, 2022, was approximately 1.0, compared to 1.1 as of December 31, 2021[15] - Total liabilities as of September 30, 2022, were approximately HKD 69.2 million, an increase from HKD 63.8 million as of December 31, 2021[15] - The debt-to-asset ratio was 21.9% as of September 30, 2022, slightly down from 22.3% as of December 31, 2021[15] - The Group's net liabilities as of September 30, 2022, amounted to HKD 3,454,000, but the directors believe the Group can continue as a going concern[33] Shareholder and Governance Information - The group did not declare any interim dividend for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, consistent with the previous year[19] - The company has adhered to all corporate governance codes as per GEM Listing Rules during the reporting period[69] - No major shareholders reported any interests in the company's shares as of September 30, 2022[65] - The company did not engage in any arrangements that would benefit directors or their associates in acquiring securities of the company or its affiliates during the nine months[66] Future Outlook and Financing - The Group is implementing measures to enhance its sales network and effective cost control to improve profit margins and operating cash flow[33] - The Group continues to seek alternative financing methods and bank loans to meet its financial obligations and future capital expenditures[33] - The group has no significant future investment or capital asset plans as of September 30, 2022[20] Stock Options and Securities - As of September 30, 2022, the company had 947,000 stock options available for exercise at an exercise price of HKD 0.363, unchanged from December 31, 2021[62] - The total proceeds from exercising all outstanding stock options would amount to HKD 344,000, consistent with the amount reported on December 31, 2021[62] - The company did not purchase, sell, or redeem any of its listed securities during the nine months ended September 30, 2022[71] - The board confirmed compliance with the GEM Listing Rules regarding securities trading by directors during the nine months ended September 30, 2022[70] - There were no changes in the number of stock options exercised during the reporting period, with a total of 16,000 stock options exercised[53] - The Group has not issued any share options during the nine months ended September 30, 2022[48] Taxation - The estimated tax rate for the Group remains at 16.5% for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, consistent with the previous year[41] Audit and Review - The audit committee reviewed the unaudited financial information for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, and discussed it with management[73]