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。 黃女士已與本公司訂立服務協議，初步固定期限為期三年，自2024年11月1日起生 效，其後繼續生效，直至任何一方向另一方發出不少於3個月之書面通知予以終止 為止。彼任期僅直至其獲委任後本公司第一次股東週年大會，且符合資格於該大 會上重選連任，並須根據本公司之組織章程細則輪值退任及重選連任。經考慮本 公司薪酬委員會（「薪酬委員會」）之建議，黃女士將有權收取本公司每年1,050,000 港元的董事酬金、執行董事宿舍、醫療福利及花紅，乃經參考彼的資歷、經驗、 於本公司的職務及責任，以及本公司的表現及現行市況後釐定。黃女士的薪酬將 由薪酬委員會及董事會不時檢討。 黃女士為本公司執行董事黃偉捷先生及黃聞捷先生的胞妹。黃女士亦獲委任為泛 明實業有限公司的執行董事，自2024年11月1日起生效。 1 Hyfusin Group Holdings Limited 凱富善集團控股有限公司 （於開曼群島註冊成立之有限公司） ...

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD 406,237,000, an increase of 9.4% from HKD 371,344,000 for the same period in 2023[5] - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 167,796,000, representing a gross margin of 41.3%, compared to a gross profit of HKD 136,834,000 and a margin of 36.8% in 2023[5] - Net profit attributable to owners for the period was HKD 94,552,000, a significant increase of 58.8% from HKD 59,523,000 in the previous year[5] - Basic and diluted earnings per share increased to HKD 9.15 from HKD 5.41, reflecting a growth of 69.5%[5] - The company reported a total comprehensive income of HKD 64,518,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 94,552,000 for the same period in 2023[9] - The company generated a net profit of approximately HKD 94.6 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, an increase of about HKD 35.1 million or 59.0% compared to HKD 59.5 million in the same period of 2023[51] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of June 30, 2024, amounted to HKD 766,792,000, up from HKD 686,918,000 at the end of 2023, indicating a growth of 11.6%[6] - Current assets increased to HKD 553,449,000 from HKD 513,413,000, representing a rise of 7.8%[6] - Total liabilities increased to HKD 196,704,000 from HKD 181,348,000, reflecting an increase of 8.5%[7] - The net asset value as of June 30, 2024, was HKD 570,088,000, compared to HKD 505,570,000 at the end of 2023, showing an increase of 12.7%[7] - Non-current assets as of June 30, 2024, totaled HKD 189,066,000, compared to HKD 148,053,000 as of December 31, 2023, reflecting a growth of 27.7%[20] Cash Flow - The net cash used in operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD (21,265,000), an improvement from HKD (43,729,000) in the same period of 2023[10] - The net cash used in investing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD (44,053,000), compared to HKD 263,000 in the same period of 2023[10] - The net cash used in financing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD (36,838,000), a decrease from HKD 6,866,000 in the same period of 2023[10] - As of June 30, 2024, cash and cash equivalents totaled HKD 234,616,000, up from HKD 134,754,000 as of June 30, 2023[10] Market and Sales - The sales breakdown for candle products included daily candles at HKD 54,734,000, scented candles at HKD 274,948,000, decorative candles at HKD 8,585,000, and others (including scented diffusers) at HKD 67,970,000[13] - Revenue from the US market reached HKD 393,050,000, up 11.4% from HKD 352,901,000 year-over-year[19] - The sales of scented candles increased by approximately HKD 4.7 million or 1.8% compared to the same period in 2023, reflecting the ongoing trend in the U.S. market for scented and colored candles[47] Operational Strategy - The company plans to continue expanding its market presence and investing in new product development to drive future growth[5] - The management remains optimistic about achieving further revenue growth and improving profitability in the upcoming periods[5] - The company is focusing on expanding its production capacity with the new highly automated factory, which is expected to enhance efficiency and capture growth in the U.S. candle market[46] - The company has established long-term relationships with customers, supported by an experienced management team, which is expected to lead to future business opportunities and growth[47] Employee and Compensation - The total employee compensation for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 82.3 million, up from HKD 69.6 million for the same period in 2023[61] - Key management personnel compensation for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD 44,699,000, compared to HKD 28,819,000 for the same period in 2023[42] - The group employed approximately 2,110 employees as of June 30, 2024, an increase from about 1,070 employees as of June 30, 2023[61] Corporate Governance - The company has complied with the corporate governance code as per GEM listing rules during the six months ending June 30, 2024[82] - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, has reviewed the unaudited consolidated results for the six months ending June 30, 2024, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards[84] Shareholder Information - As of June 30, 2024, the company’s major shareholders include AVW International Limited, holding 643,500,000 shares, representing 70.1% of issued shares[69] - The company completed a share buyback agreement on April 24, 2024, purchasing 181,500,000 shares for HKD 30 million, reducing total issued shares from 1,100,000,000 to 918,500,000[73] - The previous share option plan adopted on June 23, 2018, was terminated on June 7, 2024, with no unexercised options remaining[75] - The company adopted a share option plan on June 7, 2024, allowing eligible participants to acquire up to 10% of the total issued shares as of the adoption date[76]

Financial Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2024, the group reported total revenue of HKD 406,237,000, an increase of 9.4% from HKD 371,344,000 in the same period of 2023[2] - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 167,796,000, representing a gross margin of 41.3%, compared to HKD 136,834,000 in 2023[2] - The net profit attributable to the owners of the company for the six months was HKD 94,552,000, a significant increase of 58.8% from HKD 59,523,000 in the previous year[2] - Basic and diluted earnings per share increased to HKD 11.15 from HKD 9.15, reflecting a growth of 21.8%[2] - The group reported other income of HKD 6,743,000, which is a significant increase from HKD 2,748,000 in the same period last year[2] - Net profit for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 94.6 million, an increase of about HKD 35.1 million or 59.0% compared to HKD 59.5 million for the same period in 2023[47] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of June 30, 2024, amounted to HKD 766,792,000, up from HKD 686,918,000 at the end of 2023, indicating a growth of 11.6%[3] - Current assets increased to HKD 553,449,000 from HKD 513,413,000, representing a rise of 7.8%[3] - Total liabilities increased to HKD 196,704,000 from HKD 181,348,000, reflecting an increase of 8.5%[4] - The equity attributable to owners of the company rose to HKD 570,088,000 from HKD 505,570,000, marking an increase of 12.7%[5] - Non-current assets increased to HKD 189,066,000 as of June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 148,053,000 as of December 31, 2023, representing a growth of 27.7%[18] Cash Flow and Financing - The group’s cash and cash equivalents decreased to HKD 234,616,000 from HKD 336,772,000, a decline of 30.4%[3] - The net cash used in operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD (21,265) thousand, compared to HKD (43,729) thousand for the same period in 2023, indicating an improvement of 51.2%[7] - The company incurred net cash used in investing activities of HKD (44,053) thousand, a notable decrease from HKD 263 thousand in the same period last year[7] - New bank borrowings amounted to HKD 12,326 thousand, down from HKD 53,652 thousand in the previous year, reflecting a decrease of 77.0%[7] - The group obtained new bank loans of HKD 12.327 million during the interim period, with interest rates ranging from 6.99% to 7.28%[35] Revenue by Market - The company’s revenue from the U.S. market was HKD 393,050 thousand, an increase of 11.4% from HKD 352,901 thousand in the same period of 2023[16] - The company’s revenue from the UK market decreased to HKD 9,352 thousand, down 46.4% from HKD 17,426 thousand in the previous year[16] Operational Insights - The company operates primarily in Hong Kong and Vietnam, with external customer revenue segmented by location[15] - The company has maintained the same accounting policies as in the previous year, with no significant impact from the adoption of new accounting standards[9] - The company has established long-term stable relationships with customers, supported by an experienced management team, which enhances confidence in future business opportunities and growth[40] - The group’s new factory, which began production in 2022, has significantly increased candle production capacity, with a third factory expected to further enhance capacity and efficiency[39] Employee and Management Compensation - The total remuneration for directors and senior management increased to HKD 44,717,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, from HKD 28,837,000 in 2023, an increase of 55.2%[23] - The company employed approximately 2,110 employees as of June 30, 2024, compared to approximately 1,070 employees as of June 30, 2023[57] Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has adhered to the corporate governance code and has not encountered any violations in the past six months[71][69] - The audit committee has reviewed the unaudited consolidated results for the six months ending June 30, 2024, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards[72] Inventory and Receivables - Trade receivables amounted to HKD 175,980,000 as of June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 65,683,000 on December 31, 2023, indicating a significant increase of approximately 168.5%[27] - The total inventory as of June 30, 2024, was HKD 131,061,000, compared to HKD 102,503,000 as of December 31, 2023, marking an increase of approximately 28%[26] - The aging analysis of trade receivables shows that amounts overdue by 0 to 30 days reached HKD 100,551,000 as of June 30, 2024, up from HKD 34,947,000 in the previous year, reflecting a growth of approximately 187.5%[28] Shareholder Actions - A share buyback agreement was executed on February 20, 2024, for 181,500,000 shares at a total cost of HKD 30 million, reducing the total issued shares from 1,100,000,000 to 918,500,000[68] - The company did not declare an interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2024[60]

Financial Performance - The group's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 866.3 million, with a net profit of about HKD 102.3 million[7]. - Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 866.3 million, an increase of about HKD 181.4 million or 26.5% compared to HKD 684.9 million in the same period of 2022[14]. - Gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 335.5 million, an increase of about HKD 127.8 million or 61.5% compared to HKD 207.7 million in the same period of 2022, with a gross margin rising to approximately 38.7% from 30.3%[16]. - Other income for the year ended December 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 9.1 million, an increase of about HKD 5.6 million or 160.0% compared to HKD 3.5 million in the same period of 2022, primarily due to increased bank interest income[17]. - Net profit for the year ended December 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 155.3 million, an increase of about HKD 82.2 million or 112.4% compared to HKD 73.1 million in the same period of 2022, excluding recall provisions[26]. Production and Operations - The sales volume of scented candles increased by approximately HKD 134.9 million or 28.3% compared to the same period in 2022, reflecting the ongoing trend in the US market for scented and colored candles[12]. - The group is expected to complete the construction of its third factory in the first half of 2024, which will further enhance production capacity and efficiency[10]. - The group has improved its gross profit margin due to a decrease in raw material unit prices and the synergies brought by the automation of the new factory[12]. - The group has focused on enhancing production operations and has achieved a record high in customer order levels due to strong demand for candle products[12]. - The company plans to upgrade existing production facilities after the completion of the new factory, which is anticipated to enhance operational efficiency[52]. Customer and Market Strategy - The group aims to capture the rapid growth of the candle market, particularly in the US, by enhancing its product advantages and operational efficiency[12]. - The group has established long-term stable relationships with customers, supported by an experienced management team, which is expected to lead to future growth opportunities[13]. - The group has entered into contracts with sales representatives to incentivize them for introducing customer orders, anticipating potential future orders[12]. Financial Position and Liquidity - The group continues to improve its liquidity position by reducing external borrowings during high interest rate periods[12]. - Total assets as of December 31, 2023, were approximately HKD 686.9 million, up from HKD 501.3 million in 2022, with total liabilities and equity of approximately HKD 181.3 million and HKD 505.6 million respectively[28]. - The current ratio as of December 31, 2023, was approximately 3.0 times, down from 5.1 times in 2022, primarily due to cash and cash equivalents and recall provisions[28]. Corporate Governance - The board consists of two executive directors and three independent non-executive directors, with independent non-executive directors accounting for at least one-third of the board at all times[65]. - The chairman and CEO roles are separated, with Mr. Huang Wei Jie serving as chairman and Mr. Huang Wen Jie as CEO, responsible for overall management and operations respectively[61]. - The board is committed to enhancing long-term shareholder value while balancing shareholder interests[64]. - The company has established a mechanism to ensure independent opinions from directors are communicated to the board, enhancing decision-making objectivity[71]. - The management provides monthly updates to the board regarding the company's performance, condition, and prospects, ensuring informed evaluations[64]. Shareholder Communication - The company has established a shareholder communication policy to maintain ongoing dialogue with shareholders and the investment community[113]. - The board has reviewed the implementation of the shareholder communication policy and confirmed its effectiveness during the relevant period[114]. - Shareholders can propose suggestions at the company's general meetings if they hold at least 10% of the paid-up capital[117]. - The company encourages shareholders to attend annual general meetings for direct communication with the board[113]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - The group is committed to enhancing environmental protection and minimizing operational impacts on the environment[161]. - The group made donations totaling HKD 271,000 during the year, compared to HKD 212,000 in 2022[156]. Employee and Compensation - The company employed approximately 1,270 employees as of December 31, 2023, compared to approximately 1,060 employees in 2022, with total employee compensation of approximately HKD 141.2 million for the year[40]. - The remuneration committee is responsible for reviewing the compensation policies and structures for all directors and senior management, considering the group's performance and market practices[172]. Compliance and Risk Management - The company has complied with all relevant laws and regulations during the year ended December 31, 2023[163]. - The board has reviewed the effectiveness of the internal control and risk management systems, which cover financial, operational, compliance, and risk management functions[105]. - The group has engaged external consultants to conduct an independent internal control review, completed by the date of the annual report[106]. - The internal control system is deemed effective, with no significant deficiencies identified in the internal control system[108]. Future Outlook - The company remains optimistic about future growth and plans to implement proactive marketing strategies and invest more resources in product development[47].

Financial Performance - The total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, was HKD 866,251,000, representing a 26.5% increase from HKD 684,947,000 in 2022[4] - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 335,541,000, up 61.5% from HKD 207,692,000 in the previous year[4] - The net profit attributable to the owners of the company for 2023 was HKD 102,286,000, an increase of 39.9% compared to HKD 73,058,000 in 2022[4] - Basic and diluted earnings per share increased to HKD 9.30 from HKD 6.64, reflecting a growth of 39.8%[4] - The gross profit margin increased to approximately 38.7% for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to 30.3% in 2022, primarily due to a decrease in raw material unit prices and reduced recurring production expenses[60] - The group recorded a net profit of approximately HKD 155.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, an increase of about HKD 82.2 million or 112.4% compared to approximately HKD 73.1 million in the same period of 2022, excluding the impact of the recall provision[70] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of December 31, 2023, amounted to HKD 686,918,000, compared to HKD 501,320,000 in 2022, marking a 37.0% increase[5] - The total liabilities decreased to HKD 181,348,000 from HKD 98,057,000, indicating a reduction of 7.5%[6] - The company's equity increased to HKD 505,570,000 from HKD 403,263,000, reflecting a growth of 25.4%[6] - The group’s debt-to-equity ratio decreased from approximately 13.4% as of December 31, 2022, to approximately 3.6% as of December 31, 2023, primarily due to a reduction in bank borrowings[74] Cash Flow and Financing - Cash and cash equivalents increased significantly to HKD 336,772,000 from HKD 171,354,000, representing a 96.5% rise[5] - Financing costs increased to HKD 14,571,000 in 2023 from HKD 8,811,000 in 2022, largely due to higher bank loan interest expenses of HKD 14,277,000[32] - The company has repaid approximately 2.9 million HKD of bank loans in Hong Kong and Vietnam, and approximately 4.0 million HKD of overdrafts in Hong Kong[98] Revenue Sources - Sales of scented candles significantly increased to HKD 612,177,000 in 2023, up 28.2% from HKD 477,277,000 in 2022[18] - Revenue from the US market was HKD 801,380,000 in 2023, representing a 32.5% increase from HKD 604,968,000 in 2022[26] - Major customer A contributed HKD 544,698,000 in revenue for 2023, accounting for over 10% of total revenue[29] Other Income and Expenses - The company reported other income of HKD 9,111,000, which is a significant increase from HKD 3,525,000 in the previous year, showing a growth of 158.5%[4] - Other income for 2023 reached HKD 9,111,000, a significant increase from HKD 3,525,000 in 2022, primarily driven by bank interest income of HKD 4,800,000 compared to HKD 469,000 in the previous year[30] - Sales and distribution expenses for the year ended December 31, 2023, were approximately HKD 86.2 million, an increase of about HKD 59.2 million or 219.3% compared to approximately HKD 27.0 million in the same period of 2022, mainly due to a recall provision of approximately HKD 53.0 million[64] - Administrative expenses for the year ended December 31, 2023, were approximately HKD 110.7 million, an increase of about HKD 23.7 million or 27.2% compared to approximately HKD 87.0 million in the same period of 2022, primarily due to increased salaries, bonuses, and allowances[65] Future Plans and Developments - The company plans to complete the construction of a new factory in the first half of 2024, which is expected to further enhance production capacity and efficiency[56] - The company plans to renovate existing production facilities in 2024 to enhance operational efficiency[94] - The board remains optimistic about future development and plans to implement proactive marketing strategies and invest more resources in product development[90] Employee and Operational Metrics - The group employed approximately 1,270 employees as of December 31, 2023, an increase from approximately 1,060 employees in 2022, with total employee compensation of approximately HKD 141.2 million for the year[84] - The construction of a new factory in Vietnam is approximately 55.9% complete as of December 31, 2023, with an expected completion in the first half of 2024, subject to potential delays[86] Compliance and Governance - The audit committee has reviewed the consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023[107] - The financial figures in the preliminary announcement for the year ended December 31, 2023, have been verified by the auditor, confirming consistency with the audited financial statements[109] - The annual general meeting for the fiscal year 2023 is scheduled for June 7, 2024[110]

Financial Performance - For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, the company reported revenue of HKD 689,036,000, a 31.6% increase from HKD 523,918,000 in the same period of 2022[5] - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 260,558,000, representing a 74.8% increase compared to HKD 149,037,000 in 2022[5] - The net profit attributable to the owners of the company for the nine months was HKD 120,327,000, up 126.3% from HKD 53,095,000 in the previous year[5] - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the nine months were HKD 10.94, compared to HKD 4.83 in 2022, reflecting a 126.1% increase[5] - The company reported a total comprehensive income of HKD 120,342,000 for the nine months, significantly higher than HKD 52,944,000 in the same period last year[5] - Other income for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, totaled HKD 4,365,000, an increase from HKD 2,550,000 in the same period of 2022[22] - Bank interest income rose to HKD 2,855,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, compared to HKD 141,000 in 2022[22] - The company's income tax expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 26,805,000, compared to HKD 12,259,000 in the same period of 2022, marking an increase of 118.5%[7] - Net profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was approximately HKD 120.3 million, an increase of about HKD 67.2 million or 126.6% compared to HKD 53.1 million in 2022[44] Revenue Breakdown - Sales of scented candles significantly increased to HKD 488,985,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, up 32.7% from HKD 368,268,000 in 2022[14] - Revenue from the United States for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 639,473,000, representing a 40.4% increase compared to HKD 455,415,000 in 2022[21] - The increase in revenue was primarily due to a rise in sales of scented candles, contributing approximately HKD 120.7 million[36] - The sales of scented candles increased by approximately HKD 120.7 million or 32.8% compared to the same period in 2022, reflecting a sustained preference in the US market for scented and colored candles[32] Expenses - The company incurred financing costs of HKD 9,620,000 for the nine months, an increase from HKD 5,222,000 in 2022[5] - Administrative expenses for the nine months were HKD 80,435,000, compared to HKD 60,984,000 in the previous year, indicating a 32.0% increase[5] - Sales and distribution expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, were approximately HKD 28.7 million, an increase of about HKD 9.0 million or 45.7% compared to HKD 19.7 million in 2022[40] - The total cost of inventory recognized as an expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 428,478,000, an increase from HKD 374,881,000 in 2022, reflecting a rise of 14.3%[27] - The total employee benefits expense (excluding directors' remuneration) for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 59,979,000, up from HKD 49,437,000 in 2022, indicating a year-on-year increase of 21.4%[27] Assets and Liabilities - The company’s total assets as of September 30, 2023, were HKD 523,605,000, up from HKD 403,263,000 at the beginning of the year[6] - Financing costs for the nine months ended September 30, 2023, amounted to HKD 9,620,000, up from HKD 5,222,000 in 2022[24] Corporate Governance - The company has adopted new accounting standards which did not have a significant impact on its financial performance for the current or previous year[10] - The company has adhered to the corporate governance code as per GEM Listing Rules for the nine months ending September 30, 2023[69] - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, has reviewed the unaudited consolidated results for the nine months ending September 30, 2023, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations[72] - The board of directors includes the chairman Mr. Huang Weijie and CEO Mr. Huang Wenchie, along with three independent non-executive directors[73] Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2023, major shareholders hold significant stakes, with AVW owning 643,500,000 shares, representing 58.5% of the issued shares[56] - Huayi Si Enterprise Limited and its controlled entities collectively hold 181,500,000 shares, accounting for 16.5% of the issued shares[56] - The company has a stock option plan in place, allowing for the issuance of up to 110,000,000 shares, which is 10% of the total issued shares as of the report date[61] - No stock options have been granted under the stock option plan since its adoption on June 23, 2018[63] - The company is required to seek shareholder approval for any updates to the stock option plan's limits[61] Future Outlook - The company continues to focus on the manufacturing and sales of candle products, with plans for market expansion and potential new product development[7] - The company continues to maintain strong relationships with customers, which is expected to lead to future business opportunities and growth[34] - The company has established contracts with sales representatives since 2018 to incentivize them for customer orders, which is expected to drive potential future orders[32] - The company has entered into a construction contract valued at VND 135 billion (approximately HKD 44.9 million) for building a new factory in Vietnam, with construction expected to be completed by March 22, 2024[45][46]

Hyfusin Group Holdings Limited 凱 富 善 集 團 控 股 有 限 公 司 （於開曼群島註冊成立之有限公司） （股份代號：8512） 截至2023年9月30日止九個月 之第三季度業績公告 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聯交所主 板買賣之證券承受較大的市場波動風險，同時亦無法保證在GEM買賣的證券會有 高流通量的市場。 香港交易及結算所有限公司及聯交所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。 本公告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 提供有關凱富善集團控股有限公司（「本公司」）及其附屬公司（統稱「本集團」）的資 料；本公司董事（「董事」）願就本公告的資料共同 ...

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 371,344,000, an increase of 9.5% compared to HKD 339,305,000 for the same period in 2022[9] - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 136,834,000, representing a 40.6% increase from HKD 97,317,000 in 2022[9] - Net profit attributable to owners for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 59,523,000, up 59.0% from HKD 37,456,000 in 2022[9] - Basic earnings per share increased to HKD 5.41 from HKD 3.41, reflecting a growth of 58.6%[9] - The company reported a profit of HKD 59,523,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to HKD 37,456,000 for the same period in 2022, marking a growth of 59%[14] - The company incurred a total comprehensive income of HKD 59,545,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to HKD 37,278,000 for the same period in 2022, an increase of 60%[14] - The net profit for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was approximately HKD 59.5 million, an increase of about HKD 22.0 million or 58.7% compared to HKD 37.5 million in the same period of 2022[66] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of June 30, 2023, amounted to HKD 647,356,000, compared to HKD 501,320,000 at the end of 2022, marking a 29.1% increase[11] - Current assets increased significantly to HKD 501,885,000 from HKD 353,240,000, a rise of 42.0%[11] - Total liabilities increased significantly to HKD 184,548,000 as of June 30, 2023, compared to HKD 98,057,000 as of December 31, 2022, reflecting a growth of 88%[12] - Current liabilities increased to HKD 158,262,000 from HKD 69,254,000, a rise of 128.5%[11] - Net asset value rose to HKD 462,808,000 as of June 30, 2023, up from HKD 403,263,000 at the end of 2022, representing an increase of 15%[12] - The total liabilities increased to approximately HKD 184.5 million as of June 30, 2023, compared to HKD 98.0 million as of December 31, 2022, resulting in a debt-to-equity ratio of approximately 14.4%[68] Cash Flow and Financing - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to HKD 134,754,000 as of June 30, 2023, from HKD 139,075,000 a year earlier, a decline of 3%[15] - Operating cash flow showed a net outflow of HKD 43,729,000 for the first half of 2023, compared to a net inflow of HKD 18,034,000 in the same period of 2022[15] - New bank borrowings amounted to HKD 53,652,000 during the first half of 2023, down from HKD 108,097,000 in the same period of 2022, a decrease of 50%[15] - Financing costs for the six months ended June 30, 2023, amounted to HKD 4,244,000, an increase from HKD 2,939,000 in the same period of 2022[34] - The total interest-bearing borrowings amounted to approximately HKD 62.2 million as of June 30, 2023, compared to HKD 49.7 million as of December 31, 2022[67] Market and Sales Performance - Sales of scented candles reached HKD 270,209,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, up 8.4% from HKD 250,175,000 in the prior year[22] - Revenue from the US market was HKD 352,901,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, representing a 18.2% increase from HKD 298,572,000 in 2022[29] - The sales of scented candles increased by approximately HKD 20.0 million or 8.0%, reflecting a growing preference in the U.S. market for scented and colored candles[56] Employee and Operational Insights - Total employee costs for the six months ended June 30, 2023, amounted to HKD 40,779,000, up 18% from HKD 34,623,000 in the previous year[38] - The group employed approximately 1,070 employees as of June 30, 2023, a decrease from approximately 1,300 employees as of June 30, 2022[77] - The total employee compensation for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was approximately HKD 69.6 million, compared to HKD 49.5 million for the same period in 2022[77] Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has complied with the corporate governance code as per GEM Listing Rules during the six months ending June 30, 2023[109] - The audit committee has been established in accordance with GEM Listing Rules and consists of three independent non-executive directors[111] - The audit committee reviewed the unaudited consolidated performance for the six months ended June 30, 2023, and confirmed compliance with applicable accounting standards and legal requirements[112] Future Plans and Investments - The company is focused on expanding its market presence and enhancing product offerings, although specific new products or technologies were not detailed in the report[9] - The company aims to expand its market presence in the U.S. and U.K. by offering mid-to-high-end candle products, capitalizing on the growing demand for scented candles[55] - The company plans to upgrade existing production facilities, expecting renovations to be completed by 2024[85] - The group entered into a construction contract valued at approximately VND 135 billion (approximately HKD 44.9 million) for building a new factory in Vietnam, with construction expected to be completed by March 22, 2024[78]

Hyfusin Group Holdings Limited 凱 富 善 集 團 控 股 有 限 公 司 （於開曼群島註冊成立之有限公司） （股份代號：8512） 截至2023年6月30日止六個月 之中期業績公告 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聯交所主 板買賣之證券承受較大的市場波動風險，同時亦無法保證在GEM買賣的證券會有 高流通量的市場。 香港交易及結算所有限公司及聯交所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。 本公告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 提供有關凱富善集團控股有限公司（「本公司」）及其附屬公司（統稱「本集團」）的資 料；本公司董事（「董事」）願就本公告的資料共同及個 ...

Financial Performance - Revenue for Q1 2023 was HKD 147,141,000, a decrease of 5.3% compared to HKD 155,282,000 in Q1 2022[6] - Gross profit increased to HKD 53,471,000, up 21.4% from HKD 44,059,000 in the same period last year[6] - Profit attributable to owners of the company for Q1 2023 was HKD 19,787,000, representing a 9.8% increase from HKD 18,017,000 in Q1 2022[6] - Basic and diluted earnings per share for Q1 2023 were HKD 1.8, compared to HKD 1.64 in Q1 2022, reflecting a growth of 9.8%[6] - Total comprehensive income for Q1 2023 was HKD 19,824,000, compared to HKD 17,917,000 in Q1 2022, indicating a growth of 10.1%[6] - The gross profit for the same period was approximately HKD 53.5 million, an increase of about HKD 9.4 million or 21.3% from HKD 44.1 million in 2022, with a gross margin rising to approximately 36.3% from 28.4%[46] - The net profit for the three months ended March 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 19.8 million, an increase of about HKD 1.8 million or 10.0% compared to HKD 18.0 million in the same period of 2022[51] Expenses - Administrative expenses rose to HKD 21,023,000, an increase of 53.3% from HKD 13,713,000 in Q1 2022[6] - Employee benefits expenses totaled HKD 14,920,000, a decrease of 14.0% from HKD 17,360,000 in the previous year[34] - Sales and distribution expenses decreased to approximately HKD 5.4 million, a reduction of about HKD 1.1 million or 16.9% from HKD 6.5 million in 2022[48] - Income tax expense for the first quarter was HKD 4,472,000, up 15.6% from HKD 3,869,000 in the same period last year[32] - Financing costs rose to HKD 2,128,000, an increase of 67.0% from HKD 1,274,000 in the first quarter of 2022[30] Revenue Sources - Total revenue for the first quarter of 2023 was HKD 147,141,000, a decrease of 5.3% compared to HKD 155,282,000 in the same period of 2022[16] - Sales of scented candles decreased to HKD 110,228,000, down 6.6% from HKD 118,206,000 year-over-year[16] - Revenue from the US market increased to HKD 142,331,000, up 14.1% from HKD 124,730,000 in the previous year[24] - Other income for the first quarter was HKD 671,000, compared to HKD 348,000 in the same period last year, representing an increase of 92.5%[26] Corporate Governance - The company has complied with the corporate governance code as per GEM listing rules as of March 31, 2023[73] - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, has reviewed the unaudited consolidated results for the three months ended March 31, 2023, and confirmed compliance with applicable accounting standards and GEM listing rules[74] - The company is committed to high levels of corporate governance to protect shareholder interests and enhance corporate value[73] - The company has not identified any violations of the prescribed trading standards by its directors as of March 31, 2023[71] Shareholder Information - As of March 31, 2023, the company has a significant shareholder, AVW International Limited, holding 643,500,000 shares, representing 58.5% of the issued shares[56] - The company has no arrangements that allow directors to acquire shares or debentures of the company or any other corporate body as of March 31, 2023[58] - There are no significant contracts in which directors or their close associates have a material interest as of March 31, 2023[59] - Other than the disclosed interests, there are no individuals or entities holding shares or related interests that require disclosure under the Securities and Futures Ordinance as of March 31, 2023[63] - The company has no additional disclosures regarding the interests of directors and senior management in shares or related interests as of March 31, 2023[57] - The company has no significant changes in the ownership structure of shares as of March 31, 2023[60] Share Option Scheme - The company has adopted a share option scheme on June 23, 2018, allowing the issuance of shares up to a maximum of 30% of the total issued shares[64] - The share option scheme restricts the total number of shares issued to any participant within a 12-month period to not exceed 1% of the issued shares[64] - The maximum number of shares that can be issued upon the exercise of all options granted under the share option plan and any other share option plans of the group shall not exceed 110,000,000 shares, representing 10% of the total number of shares issued as of July 19, 2018, and the report date[65] - The share option plan is effective for a period of 10 years starting from June 23, 2018, and will expire on June 23, 2028[67] - The exercise price for each option granted shall be determined by the board, but must be at least the higher of the closing price on the date of the offer, the average closing price for the five trading days preceding the offer, or the par value of the shares[68] - The company seeks shareholder approval to update the 10% limit under the share option plan, excluding options that have lapsed[65] Business Operations - The company continues to focus on the manufacturing and sales of candle products, with plans for market expansion and new product development[8] - The company operates primarily in Hong Kong and Vietnam, focusing on sales to department stores and procurement agents in the US and UK markets[21] - The company has short-term contracts with external customers, with fixed pricing agreements[17] - The company has not made any significant investments, acquisitions, or disposals of subsidiaries or capital assets during the three months ended March 31, 2023[52] - The company has no new strategies or market expansions reported in the current quarter[62] - There are no new product developments or technological advancements mentioned in the report[62] Other Financial Information - The company reported a financing cost of HKD 2,128,000, which increased from HKD 1,274,000 in the previous year[6] - Other losses for the period were approximately HKD 1.3 million, an increase of about HKD 0.3 million or 30.0% from HKD 1.0 million in 2022[47] - Financing costs for the period were approximately HKD 2.1 million, an increase of about HKD 0.8 million or 61.5% from HKD 1.3 million in 2022[50] - The company did not declare or propose any dividends for the three months ended March 31, 2023[37] - No shares were purchased, sold, or redeemed by the company or any of its subsidiaries during the reporting period[72]