Financial Performance - The total revenue for 2022 was RMB 54,034 million, a decrease of 26.0% compared to RMB 73,028 million in 2021[4] - Gross profit for 2022 was RMB 1,001 million, down 94.7% from RMB 19,021 million in 2021, resulting in a gross margin of 1.9%[4] - The net loss for 2022 was RMB 13,373 million, a significant decline from a profit of RMB 9,098 million in 2021, reflecting a net loss margin of 24.7%[4] - The operating loss for the group was RMB 6.513 billion, a decline of 137.2% from an operating profit of RMB 17.517 billion in 2021[63] - The net loss for the year was RMB 13.373 billion, a decrease of 247.0% compared to a net profit of RMB 9.098 billion in 2021[64] - The loss attributable to shareholders was RMB 14.981 billion, a decline of 323.2% from a profit of RMB 6.712 billion in 2021[65] - Other income and net gains for the year were RMB 2.270 billion, a decrease of 66.1% from RMB 6.696 billion in 2021, primarily due to reduced sales and marketing costs[75] - Administrative expenses increased by 7.5% to RMB 4.305 billion from RMB 4.004 billion in 2021, largely due to significant impairment losses totaling RMB 706 million compared to RMB 30 million in 2021[76] - Financial expenses net amounted to RMB 3.102 billion, an increase of 119.3% from RMB 1.414 billion in 2021, with equity method investment losses of RMB 757 million compared to a profit of RMB 794 million in 2021[80] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets decreased by 13.6% to RMB 273,382 million in 2022 from RMB 316,560 million in 2021[5] - Cash and cash equivalents dropped by 62.9% to RMB 8,463 million in 2022, compared to RMB 22,803 million in 2021[5] - Shareholders' equity fell by 25.4% to RMB 40,446 million in 2022 from RMB 54,239 million in 2021[5] - Total cash and bank deposits as of December 31, 2022, were RMB 16.091 billion, down from RMB 38.420 billion in 2021, with cash and cash equivalents at RMB 8.463 billion compared to RMB 22.803 billion in 2021[83] - Total borrowings as of December 31, 2022, were RMB 59.486 billion, down from RMB 83.874 billion in 2021, with bank borrowings at RMB 38.796 billion[84] - The debt ratio as of December 31, 2022, was 57.3%, an increase from 50.8% in 2021, calculated as net borrowings divided by total equity[88] Business Operations - The company aims to expand its brand recognition across China while maintaining its commitment to corporate social responsibility[41] - The strategic cooperation agreement signed with Agricultural Bank of China in November 2022 is expected to enhance financial support for future projects[27] - The company holds a land reserve with a total planned construction area of 40.16 million square meters as of December 31, 2022[2] - The pre-sale amount of real estate projects managed by the group was RMB 65.23 billion, corresponding to a total pre-sale area of 5.179 million square meters and an average pre-sale price of RMB 12,595 per square meter[46] - The group had a land reserve of approximately 40.16 million square meters across 80 cities, with 25.7% of this reserve located in the Greater Bay Area[47] - The proportion of diversified business income increased by 10.7 percentage points year-on-year, reaching 30.7% of total income[48] - The property management segment managed an area of approximately 545.8 million square meters, with a contract area of about 731.5 million square meters, where third-party projects accounted for 79.8% of the total contract area[51] - The environmental business achieved record high collection rates and exceeded annual revenue targets, earning recognition as one of the "Top 50 Environmental Enterprises in China"[52][53] Strategic Initiatives - The company raised approximately HKD 1.4 billion through the placement of 564 million shares and the sale of 97.6 million shares of its subsidiary, enhancing cash flow[54] - The group maintained a prudent financial strategy, demonstrating strong corporate credit and debt repayment capabilities[55] - The company is committed to developing its public welfare initiatives and fulfilling its corporate social responsibilities[119] - The company is focused on expanding its market presence and enhancing its project portfolio in key regions[139] - The company is actively developing new projects and technologies to drive future growth and market expansion[139] Market Outlook - The company anticipates a strong economic recovery in 2023, driven by the relaxation of pandemic policies and international reopening[119] - The company aims to maintain a competitive edge in the real estate market by continuously improving product planning and design, as well as providing quality sales and after-sales services[121] Corporate Governance - The company has a strong board composition with members having extensive experience in real estate, finance, and engineering, enhancing its strategic decision-making capabilities[186] - The company is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance through independent directors and specialized committees[190] - The diverse backgrounds of the board members contribute to a comprehensive understanding of market trends and strategic opportunities[191] Investor Relations - The company maintained high transparency by engaging with over 4,000 investors and analysts, with 16 investment banks and research institutions covering its stock as of December 31, 2022[175] - Approximately 300 investors participated in various online and offline communication activities organized by the management and investor relations team throughout the year[175] - The management team discussed industry trends and addressed investor inquiries regarding performance and development strategies during investor meetings[175]

Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, was RMB 54.034 billion, a decrease from RMB 73.028 billion in 2021[2]. - The net loss attributable to shareholders for the year was RMB 14.981 billion, compared to a profit of RMB 6.712 billion in the previous year[2]. - The gross profit for the same period was RMB 1,000,983 thousand, significantly down from RMB 19,021,069 thousand in the previous year[17]. - The group reported a loss of RMB 13,373,285 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to a profit of RMB 9,098,037 thousand in 2021[29]. - The operating loss for the year was RMB 6.513 billion, a decline of 137.2% from an operating profit of RMB 17.517 billion in 2021[48]. - The company's financial expenses for the year were RMB 1,414,437 thousand, reflecting the company's ongoing financial challenges[17]. - The net financial expenses for 2022 amounted to RMB 3,101,837,000, an increase of 119% compared to RMB 1,414,437,000 in 2021[36]. - The company's total liabilities as of December 31, 2022, were RMB 197,655,352 thousand, compared to RMB 227,128,462 thousand at the end of 2021[33]. Sales and Revenue Breakdown - The total confirmed sales revenue from property development was RMB 37.426 billion, down 35.9% from RMB 58.402 billion in 2021[50]. - Revenue from property sales and construction services was RMB 37,426,389 thousand in 2022, down 36% from RMB 58,402,353 thousand in 2021[26]. - Property management services revenue increased to RMB 13,682,837 thousand in 2022, up 21% from RMB 11,329,941 thousand in 2021[26]. - The net rental income from investment properties decreased to RMB 219,654 thousand in 2022 from RMB 263,443 thousand in 2021[26]. - The group's property management revenue increased by 20.8% to RMB 13.683 billion from RMB 11.330 billion in 2021[51]. Debt and Financial Position - The group's total borrowings decreased by RMB 24.388 billion compared to December 31, 2021[3]. - The net debt ratio was 57.3%, an increase of 6.5 percentage points from the previous year[3]. - The total borrowings of the group as of December 31, 2022, were RMB 59.486 billion, compared to RMB 54.049 billion in 2021[62]. - The total borrowing cost for 2022 was RMB 4.464 billion, a decrease of 34.7% from RMB 6.836 billion in 2021[66]. - The company's borrowings decreased from 54,293,548 to 35,458,984, reflecting a reduction of approximately 35%[21]. Assets and Reserves - The group's total land reserves amounted to approximately 40.16 million square meters across 80 cities, with an average land price of RMB 3,255 per square meter[3]. - Total assets decreased to RMB 273,382,215 thousand as of December 31, 2022, down from RMB 316,559,739 thousand in 2021[20]. - The net book value of investment properties as of December 31, 2022, was RMB 9,367,543,000, a decrease from RMB 11,514,964,000 in 2021[43]. Operational Highlights - The company successfully delivered approximately 60,000 residential units, corresponding to an area of about 5.2 million square meters[7]. - The company continues to focus on the Greater Bay Area and the Yangtze River Delta for land reserves and development projects[8]. - The company raised approximately HKD 14 billion from the sale of 564 million shares of a subsidiary, enhancing cash flow[12]. - The company has established a comprehensive product system, including the "5N" and "5S+" service standards, to enhance customer experience[14]. Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility - The company is committed to sustainable development through various community and environmental initiatives, reflecting its corporate social responsibility[14]. - The company aims to maintain a stable development in its real estate business while expanding its brand recognition across the country[15]. - The company is committed to developing charitable initiatives as part of its corporate social responsibility[15]. - The company fully complied with the Directors' Securities Trading Code for the year ended December 31, 2022[89]. - The company adhered to all provisions of the Corporate Governance Code, except for the separation of roles between the Chairman and the CEO, which is currently held by the same individual[90]. Future Outlook - The group expects a strong economic recovery in 2023 as China relaxes its pandemic policies and engages in comprehensive international trade[83]. - The group anticipates that the real estate market will recover and develop healthily, supported by government policies aimed at stabilizing land prices and housing prices[83].

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB 31,645 million, a decrease of 18.0% compared to RMB 38,588 million in 2021[8]. - Gross profit for the same period was RMB 7,398 million, down 31.8% from RMB 10,849 million in 2021, resulting in a gross margin of 23.4%, a decline of 4.7 percentage points[8]. - Profit for the period was RMB 3,354 million, representing a decrease of 48.2% from RMB 6,471 million in 2021[8]. - Profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 2,401 million, down 54.6% from RMB 5,290 million in the previous year[8]. - Basic earnings per share for the period were RMB 0.618, a decline of 54.7% compared to RMB 1.363 in 2021[8]. - No interim dividend was declared for the current period, compared to 50.0 HK cents in 2021[8]. - The company reported a significant decrease in both revenue and profit, indicating challenges in the current market environment[8]. - Operating profit and net profit for the review period were RMB 7.839 billion and RMB 3.354 billion, respectively, representing declines of 36.8% and 48.2% from RMB 12.405 billion and RMB 6.471 billion in 2021[23]. - The company’s total comprehensive income for the period was RMB 3,366,485, down from RMB 6,283,191 in 2021, indicating a decline of 46.4%[60]. Market and Strategic Focus - The company is focusing on improving operational efficiency and exploring new market opportunities to enhance future performance[8]. - The financial results reflect the impact of market conditions and strategic adjustments being made by the company[8]. - The company aims to leverage its existing assets and capabilities to drive growth in the upcoming periods[8]. - The company expects to continue focusing on a multi-business collaborative development model, enhancing brand recognition across the country amid a competitive market[54]. - The company plans to address liquidity issues in the real estate sector through policy adjustments related to financing and mortgage loans[54]. - The company will continue to monitor the impact of external factors such as the pandemic, interest rate hikes, and inflation on the global economy[54]. Assets and Liabilities - The group’s total assets decreased by 5.3% to RMB 299.811 billion, while cash and cash equivalents fell by 43.4% to RMB 12.906 billion[9]. - The total borrowings to total assets ratio improved to 6.8%, down 5.6 percentage points from the previous period[9]. - The net debt to total equity ratio decreased to 23.4%, a reduction of 3.1 percentage points[9]. - The group held land reserves totaling 43.49 million square meters across 81 cities, with an average land cost of RMB 3,534 per square meter[25]. - The total liabilities decreased to RMB 208,131,574 from RMB 227,128,462 at the end of 2021, reflecting a reduction of 8.4%[58]. - The company’s total liabilities as of June 30, 2022, were not explicitly stated but are implied to be managed under the constraints of the cash and cash equivalents reported[126]. Cash Flow and Financing - Cash generated from operating activities for 2022 was RMB 8,111,765 thousand, an increase from RMB 7,677,578 thousand in 2021, representing a growth of approximately 5.6%[67]. - Net cash from operating activities reached RMB 4,308,855 thousand in 2022, a significant increase from RMB 827,377 thousand in 2021[67]. - Cash flow from financing activities showed a net outflow of RMB 22,019,233 thousand in 2022, contrasting with a net inflow of RMB 13,644,471 thousand in 2021[68]. - The company has secured approximately RMB 800 million in loans from banks and third-party lenders post June 30, 2022, to support its financial obligations and operational expenditures[72]. - The company reported a significant reduction in paid interest, decreasing from RMB 2,681,666 thousand in 2021 to RMB 1,933,822 thousand in 2022[67]. Sales and Revenue Breakdown - The pre-sale amount for real estate projects totaled RMB 39.45 billion, with a cumulative pre-sale area of 3.07 million square meters and an average pre-sale price of RMB 12,848 per square meter[14]. - Property development sales amounted to RMB 23.776 billion, a decrease of 25.9% from RMB 32.092 billion in 2021, with a total sales area of 1.61 million square meters, down 18.8%[26]. - The average selling price per square meter decreased by 8.8% to RMB 14,804 from RMB 16,227 in the first half of 2021[26]. - The income from property management and other businesses increased by 31.7% year-on-year, while the share of diversified business income rose by 8.1 percentage points compared to the same period last year[16]. Employee and Management Costs - The company has a total of 94,602 employees as of June 30, 2022, with employee benefit expenses amounting to RMB 3.876 billion, compared to RMB 3.841 billion in the same period of 2021[52]. - The total remuneration for key management personnel for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB 8,941,610, a decrease of 37.5% compared to RMB 14,231,870 for the same period in 2021[191]. Investment and Acquisitions - The company recognized a total gain of RMB 1,040,766,000 from the sale of several joint ventures and associates during the six months ended June 30, 2022[103]. - The company completed several acquisitions, with a total consideration of RMB 433,910,000, including goodwill of RMB 191,670,000 and identifiable net assets of RMB 242,240,000[175]. - The company has engaged in acquisitions of non-controlling interests, with a reported adjustment of RMB (480,166) thousand during the period[63]. Taxation and Compliance - The estimated average annual tax rate for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was 23.3%, down from 28.0% in the same period of 2021[163]. - The group applied a 5% withholding tax rate for certain direct holding companies in Hong Kong, benefiting from tax treaty arrangements with China[167]. - The company is exempt from paying income tax in the Cayman Islands and the British Virgin Islands, as per local laws[168].

Financial Performance - Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2021, was RMB 73,028 million, a decrease of 9.0% from RMB 80,245 million in 2020[5] - Gross profit was RMB 19,021 million, with a gross margin of 26.0%, down from RMB 24,102 million and 30.0% in 2020, representing a decline of 21.1 percentage points[5] - Net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 6,712 million, a decrease of 29.2% compared to RMB 9,475 million in 2020[5] - Basic earnings per share were RMB 1.729, down 29.1% from RMB 2.440 in 2020[5] - The operating profit for the year was RMB 17.517 billion, down 16.3% from RMB 20.927 billion in 2020[48] - The net profit for the year was RMB 9.098 billion, a decline of 25.7% from RMB 12.249 billion in 2020[48] - The group's revenue for the year was RMB 73.028 billion, a decrease of 9.0% compared to RMB 80.245 billion in 2020[48] - The confirmed sales revenue from property development was RMB 58.402 billion, a decrease of 16.0% from RMB 69.547 billion in 2020[52] - The average confirmed sales price was RMB 13,682 per square meter, down 3.0% from RMB 14,099 per square meter in 2020[52] - The total sales amount for the group, including joint ventures and managed projects, reached RMB 139.01 billion, a historical high[31] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of December 31, 2021, were RMB 316,560 million, an increase of 0.9% from RMB 313,765 million in 2020[6] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased by 45.6% to RMB 22,803 million from RMB 41,926 million in 2020[6] - The total debt to total assets ratio improved to 12.4%, down from 18.6% in 2020, indicating a stronger balance sheet[6] - The group's total borrowings as of December 31, 2021, were RMB 83.87 billion, down from RMB 97.81 billion in 2020, representing a reduction of approximately 15.1%[69] - The debt ratio as of December 31, 2021, was 50.8%, a significant improvement from 61.0% on December 31, 2020[74] - The total borrowing cost for 2021 was RMB 6.836 billion, a decrease of 6.8% compared to RMB 7.336 billion in 2020, primarily due to a lower average borrowing balance[76] Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The company declared a total dividend of HKD 0.50 per share for the year, down 54.5% from HKD 1.10 in 2020[5] - Profit attributable to shareholders for the year was RMB 6.712 billion, a decrease of 29.2% from RMB 9.475 billion in 2020[66] Strategic Acquisitions and Partnerships - The company completed the acquisition of Minrui Property Services (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. in June 2021, enhancing its national layout[12] - The company entered into a strategic cooperation agreement with WM Motor and acquired a stake in the company[14] - The group strategically acquired 29 new quality projects during the year, with a total planned construction area of 4.24 million square meters and a total land cost of RMB 27.83 billion, corresponding to a floor price of RMB 6,565 per square meter[32] Market and Economic Context - China's GDP grew by 8.1% in 2021, supported by effective pandemic control and economic recovery measures[28] - The central government continued to implement real estate regulation policies to stabilize land prices, housing prices, and expectations for the future[28] Corporate Social Responsibility - The company donated RMB 210 million to support rural revitalization efforts in Zhongshan[14] - The group remains committed to corporate social responsibility and charitable initiatives to give back to society[93] Operational Efficiency and Growth Strategies - The diversified business revenue increased by 6.7 percentage points compared to the previous year, reflecting the effectiveness of the company's operational model[26] - The company aims to enhance its market position through strategic acquisitions and new product developments in the coming years[164] - The company is actively pursuing new technologies and innovations to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction[164] Management and Governance - The company emphasizes the importance of independent directors with extensive experience in enhancing corporate governance and strategic decision-making[198][199] - The board composition reflects a commitment to diversity and expertise, with directors holding advanced degrees and significant industry experience[198][199] - The company is focused on maintaining high standards of corporate governance and compliance with regulatory requirements[198][199]

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 38,588 million, representing a 15.1% increase from RMB 33,527 million in 2020[40] - Gross profit for the same period was RMB 10,849 million, with a gross margin of 28.1%, down 6.3 percentage points from 34.4% in 2020[40] - Profit for the period was RMB 6,471 million, a 2.1% increase compared to RMB 6,339 million in 2020[40] - Basic earnings per share increased by 3.2% to RMB 5.290 from RMB 5.127 in the previous year[40] - The company declared an interim dividend of 1.363 HKD per share, up 3.2% from 1.321 HKD in 2020[40] - The group's revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 38.588 billion, an increase of 15.1% compared to the same period last year[44] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for the same period was RMB 5.290 billion, up 3.2% year-on-year[44] - The group's property development revenue was RMB 32.092 billion, reflecting a 9.5% increase year-on-year, with property development and diversified business revenue accounting for 83.2% and 16.8% respectively[44] - The gross profit for the six months was RMB 10.849 billion, a decrease of 5.8% compared to the previous year[44] - The group's revenue for the first half of 2021 was RMB 38.588 billion, an increase of 15.1% compared to RMB 33.527 billion in the same period of 2020[64] - The profit attributable to shareholders for the first half of 2021 was RMB 5.290 billion, up 3.2% from RMB 5.127 billion in the same period of 2020[64] Market Strategy and Expansion - The company aims to expand its market presence and enhance its product offerings in the upcoming quarters[40] - Agile Group is focusing on new technology development to improve operational efficiency and customer experience[40] - The company is exploring potential mergers and acquisitions to strengthen its market position[40] - Agile Group plans to implement new strategies to adapt to changing market conditions and consumer preferences[40] - The group aims to expand its brand recognition nationwide while adhering to the principle of "real estate as the main focus, with diversified business development"[62] - The management has indicated a focus on expanding operations within the Chinese market, where the majority of assets are located[138] Assets and Liabilities - The total assets as of June 30, 2021, were RMB 330.391 billion, a 5.3% increase from December 31, 2020[41] - The cash and cash equivalents increased by 10.9% to RMB 46.512 billion compared to the end of 2020[41] - The group acquired 22 new quality projects with a total land cost of RMB 21.635 billion, corresponding to a floor price of RMB 7,109 per square meter[48] - The group has a total land reserve of approximately 52.95 million square meters across 85 cities, with 26.2% of this in the Greater Bay Area[48] - The company's total liabilities stood at RMB 240,424,255 thousand, compared to RMB 236,795,336 thousand in the previous year, reflecting a slight increase of approximately 1.1%[102] - The group's debt ratio decreased to 45.3% as of June 30, 2021, down from 61.0% as of December 31, 2020[19] - Total borrowings amounted to RMB 97.900 billion as of June 30, 2021, with bank borrowings and other loans at RMB 67.840 billion[82] Cash Flow and Financing Activities - Cash generated from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 16,364,049 thousand, compared to RMB 7,677,578 thousand in the same period of 2020[115] - The net cash from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 7,521,046 thousand, significantly higher than RMB 827,377 thousand in 2020[115] - The net cash inflow from financing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 13,644,471, compared to RMB 2,481,761 in the same period of 2020, representing a significant increase[116] - The total cash flow from financing activities included a net borrowing of RMB 25,220,367, down from RMB 27,104,998 in 2020, indicating a reduction in new borrowings[116] Employee and Operational Metrics - As of June 30, 2021, the total employee count was 83,463, with a total employee benefit expense of RMB 3.841 billion, up from RMB 3.128 billion in the same period of 2020[92] - The group reported a decrease in employee benefits payable to RMB 884,776 as of June 30, 2021, down from RMB 1,588,807 as of December 31, 2020, a decline of approximately 44.4%[198] Environmental and Social Responsibility - The group is committed to responding to climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with China's carbon neutrality goals by 2060[62] - Revenue from environmental protection was RMB 1.219 billion, up 52.6% from RMB 799 million in the same period of 2020, driven by an increase in operational projects from 26 to 37 and rising demand for waste treatment as the economy recovered[70] Financial Ratings and Outlook - The company received investment-grade ratings from Moody's and S&P, with a stable outlook, marking its first investment-grade rating[60] - The company anticipates a gradual recovery of global economic activities in the second half of 2021, supported by vaccination efforts and easing of lockdowns[94]

Financial Performance - The total revenue for the year 2020 was RMB 80,245 million, representing a 33.2% increase from RMB 60,239 million in 2019[9]. - Gross profit for 2020 was RMB 24,102 million, with a gross margin of 30.0%, slightly down from 30.5% in 2019[9]. - Net profit for 2020 reached RMB 12,249 million, maintaining a net profit margin of 15.3%[9]. - The company reported a core net profit of RMB 11,120 million, up 31.2% from RMB 8,478 million in 2019[9]. - Operating profit for the year was RMB 20.927 billion, up 16.0% from RMB 18.040 billion in 2019[42]. - Net profit increased by 32.7% to RMB 12.249 billion, compared to RMB 9.233 billion in 2019[42]. - The core net profit rose by 31.2% to RMB 11.120 billion, up from RMB 8.478 billion in 2019[42]. - The total confirmed sales revenue from property development was RMB 69.547 billion, a 28.4% increase from RMB 54.177 billion in 2019[47]. - The average confirmed sales price per square meter was RMB 14,099, up 17.9% from RMB 11,957 in 2019[47]. - The total area of confirmed sales was 4.93 million square meters, an increase of 8.9% compared to the previous year[47]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets increased by 14.8% to RMB 313,765 million in 2020, compared to RMB 273,232 million in 2019[10]. - Cash and cash equivalents rose by 25.0% to RMB 41,926 million, up from RMB 33,551 million in 2019[10]. - The company’s cash and bank deposits totaled RMB 50.865 billion as of December 31, 2020[38]. - As of December 31, 2020, the total borrowings of the group amounted to RMB 97.81 billion, an increase from RMB 96.67 billion in 2019[63]. - The debt ratio as of December 31, 2020, was 61.0%, significantly down from 82.8% in 2019[66]. - The total borrowing cost for 2020 was RMB 7.336 billion, a 3.6% increase from RMB 7.079 billion in 2019[68]. - The group had unutilized borrowing capacity of RMB 4.141 billion as of December 31, 2020, down from RMB 6.404 billion in 2019[62]. - The group provided financial guarantees for mortgage financing amounting to RMB 51.11 billion as of December 31, 2020, down from RMB 58.32 billion in 2019[70]. Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The proposed final dividend per share for 2020 is HKD 0.60, a 50.0% increase from HKD 0.40 in 2019[9]. - The company plans to distribute a final dividend of HKD 0.60 per share, totaling an annual dividend of HKD 1.10, a 10% increase from the previous year[26]. Project Development and Land Reserves - The company’s total land reserve amounted to 53.01 million square meters across 84 cities[5]. - The land reserve in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is approximately 13.54 million square meters, accounting for 25.5% of the total land reserve[29]. - The group acquired land reserves with a total planned construction area of 53.01 million square meters across 84 cities, with an average land cost of RMB 3,627 per square meter[43]. - The group added 40 new projects during the year, with a total planned construction area of 8.36 million square meters and a corresponding land cost of RMB 23.385 billion[45]. - The total land area of projects under development amounts to 18,746,530 square meters across various regions[100]. - The company has a total land reserve of 14,648,474 square meters, with 5,523,996 square meters attributable to the group[95]. Strategic Initiatives and Acquisitions - The company completed the acquisition of Zhongmin Future Property Services Co., further enhancing its national layout[15]. - A new urban renewal group was established in June 2020, marking a significant step in the company's diversification strategy[15]. - The company signed a brand upgrade cooperation agreement with Marriott International, marking a significant expansion in its hospitality sector[9]. - The company plans to spin off its subsidiary, Yacheng, for independent listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange[33]. - The company has signed 18 cooperation agreements in urban renewal, with a total planned construction area of approximately 11.5 million square meters and a locked-in value of RMB 360 billion[36]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - The environmental business revenue increased by 51.6% year-on-year, reaching RMB 2.289 billion, leading the industry in growth[34]. - The company has a total of 48 environmental projects, including 32 hazardous waste treatment projects, with a focus on hazardous waste management[34]. - The company is committed to expanding its brand recognition nationwide while maintaining a focus on corporate social responsibility initiatives[40]. Market Position and Future Outlook - The company aims to enhance internal management, optimize operational models, and improve brand image to solidify its market position[22]. - The company continues to implement a diversified online and offline marketing strategy, achieving good pre-sale results in various regions[28]. - The company anticipates that the impact of the pandemic on the industry will not be significant in the long term, allowing for reasonable adjustments to sales plans[76]. - The company is focusing on both residential and commercial developments, with a significant emphasis on expanding its market share in key urban areas[103]. Corporate Governance and Leadership - The company has established a robust governance structure with a board of directors that includes experienced professionals from various sectors[169]. - The company emphasizes the importance of independent directors in providing unbiased insights and recommendations to the board[171]. - The leadership team has a proven track record of managing significant projects and initiatives within the group, demonstrating their capability in driving growth[170]. - The company has received numerous awards, highlighting its reputation and contributions to the real estate industry, including recognition as one of the top private entrepreneurs in Guangdong Province[169].

Company Overview [Basic Information](index=4&type=section&id=%E5%9F%BA%E6%9C%AC%E4%BF%A1%E6%81%AF) This chapter provides Agile Group Holdings Limited's basic company information, covering board members, key contacts, and registered office details - The Board of Directors comprises **12 members**, including 4 executive directors, 4 non-executive directors, and 4 independent non-executive directors[19](index=19&type=chunk) - The company's principal bankers include Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Agricultural Bank of China, Bank of China, China Construction Bank, China Everbright Bank, Ping An Bank, China Merchants Bank, Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, The Bank of East Asia, Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong), and Hang Seng Bank[19](index=19&type=chunk) - Investors can contact the Capital Markets Department via ir@agile.com.cn or **(852) 2847 3383**[21](index=21&type=chunk) [Listing Information](index=5&type=section&id=%E4%B8%8A%E5%B8%82%E4%BF%A1%E6%81%AF) This chapter details the equity, debt, and capital securities of Agile Group and its subsidiaries listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Singapore Exchange, and Shanghai Stock Exchange, including stock codes, maturity dates, and coupon rates - The company's ordinary shares (stock code: **3383**) and A-Living H shares (stock code: **3319**) are both listed on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange[22](index=22&type=chunk) Debt Securities of the Company Listed on Singapore Exchange Limited | Note Type | Maturity Year | Principal Amount (USD) | Coupon Rate | | :------- | :------- | :-------------- | :------- | | Senior Notes | 2020 | 400 million | 9.5% | | Senior Notes | 2021 | 600 million | 8.5% | | Senior Notes | 2022 | 200 million | 5.125% | | Senior Notes | 2022 | 500 million | 6.7% | | Senior Notes | 2025 | 500 million | 5.75% | Debt Securities of the Company Listed on Shanghai Stock Exchange | Note Type | Maturity Year | Principal Amount (RMB) | Initial Coupon Rate | | :------- | :------- | :---------------- | :----------- | | Corporate Bonds | 2020 | 970 million | 4.98% | | Corporate Bonds | 2020 | 3 billion | 6.98% | | Corporate Bonds | 2021 | 1.8 billion | 4.60% | | Corporate Bonds | 2023 | 1.2 billion | 5.70% | Financial Summary [Income Statement Summary](index=7&type=section&id=%E6%94%B6%E7%9B%8A%E8%A1%A8%E6%A6%82%E8%A6%81) For the six months ended June 30, 2020, the company's revenue increased by 23.7% to RMB 33.527 billion, gross profit surged by 40.2% to RMB 11.520 billion, and gross profit margin improved by 4.1 percentage points to 34.4% Income Statement Summary for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 | Indicator | 2020 (RMB million) | 2019 (RMB million) | Change | | :--- | :-------------------- | :-------------------- | :--- | | Revenue | 33,527 | 27,114 | +23.7% | | Gross Profit | 11,520 | 8,220 | +40.2% | | Gross Profit Margin | 34.4% | 30.3% | +4.1 percentage points | | Profit for the Period | 6,339 | 5,894 | +7.6% | | Net Profit Margin | 18.9% | 21.7% | –2.8 percentage points | | Core Net Profit for the Period* | 6,518 | 4,807 | +35.6% | | Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company | 5,127 | 5,077 | +1.0% | | Core Net Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company* | 5,306 | 3,992 | +32.9% | | Basic Earnings Per Share (RMB) | 1.321 | 1.308 | +1.0% | | Interim Dividend Per Ordinary Share (HK cents) | 50.0 | 60.0 | –16.7% | [Balance Sheet Summary](index=7&type=section&id=%E8%B5%84%E4%BA%A7%E8%B4%9F%E5%80%BA%E8%A1%A8%E6%A6%82%E8%A6%81) As of June 30, 2020, the company's total assets increased by 10.5% to RMB 301.81 billion, and cash and cash equivalents increased by 14.3% to RMB 38.362 billion, with the net gearing ratio significantly decreasing by 9.5 percentage points to 73.3% Balance Sheet Summary as of June 30, 2020 | Indicator | June 30, 2020 (RMB million) | December 31, 2019 (RMB million) | Change | | :--- | :---------------------------- | :---------------------------- | :--- | | Total Assets | 301,810 | 273,232 | +10.5% | | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 38,362 | 33,551 | +14.3% | | Restricted Cash | 8,046 | 9,004 | –10.6% | | Short-term Borrowings | 40,303 | 42,297 | –4.7% | | Long-term Borrowings | 58,636 | 54,373 | +7.8% | | Equity Attributable to Owners | 47,999 | 44,474 | +7.9% | | Return on Equity** | 15.8% | 16.9% | –1.1 percentage points | | Total Borrowings / Total Assets | 32.8% | 35.4% | –2.6 percentage points | | Net Gearing Ratio | 73.3% | 82.8% | –9.5 percentage points | Chairman's Report [Performance and Dividends](index=8&type=section&id=%E4%B8%9A%E7%BB%A9%E4%B8%8E%E8%82%A1%E6%81%AF) For the six months ended June 30, 2020, Agile Group's revenue increased by 23.7% to RMB 33.527 billion, gross profit grew by 40.2% to RMB 11.520 billion, and gross profit margin rose to 34.4%, with core net profit and core net profit attributable to owners of the company increasing by 35.6% and 32.9% respectively Key Financial Results for H1 2020 | Indicator | Amount (RMB billion) | Year-on-Year Growth | | :--- | :---------------- | :------- | | Revenue | 33.527 | +23.7% | | Gross Profit | 11.520 | +40.2% | | Gross Profit Margin | 34.4% | +4.1 percentage points | | Core Net Profit for the Period | 6.518 | +35.6% | | Core Net Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company | 5.306 | +32.9% | | Confirmed Sales Revenue from Property Development | 29.310 | +18.7% | - Diversified business revenue accounted for **12.6%**, an increase of **3.6 percentage points** from the same period last year, demonstrating the effectiveness of the "property as core, diversified businesses in parallel" strategy[32](index=32&type=chunk) - An interim dividend of **HK 50.0 cents per share** was declared for the six months ended June 30, 2020, a decrease from HK 60.0 cents per share in the same period last year[32](index=32&type=chunk) [Market Review](index=8&type=section&id=%E5%B8%82%E5%9C%BA%E5%9B%9E%E9%A1%B5) In the first half of 2020, the global economy was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with central banks launching massive stimulus policies, while China's economy recovered better than expected in Q2 with 3.2% GDP growth - The COVID-19 pandemic caused unprecedented shocks to the global economy, with central banks worldwide launching massive stimulus policies[33](index=33&type=chunk) - China's epidemic gradually came under control in Q2 2020, with various industries resuming work and production, leading to a **3.2% year-on-year GDP growth** in Q2, reversing the contraction in Q1[33](index=33&type=chunk) - China's central policy adhered to the "housing is for living, not for speculation" positioning, implemented goals of "stabilizing land prices, housing prices, and expectations," and conducted three reserve requirement ratio cuts and two loan prime rate reductions, releasing approximately **RMB 1.75 trillion** in long-term funds[33](index=33&type=chunk) [Business Development](index=9&type=section&id=%E4%B8%9A%E5%8A%A1%E5%8F%91%E5%B1%95) This chapter outlines Agile Group's latest progress in presales, land bank, and diversified businesses, all achieving significant growth and strategic development H1 2020 Diversified Business Revenue Growth | Business Segment | Year-on-Year Revenue Growth | | :------- | :----------- | | Property Management | +111.1% | | Environmental Protection | +68.5% | [Presales Performance](index=9&type=section&id=%E9%A2%84%E5%94%AE%E8%A1%A8%E7%8E%B0) In the first half of 2020, Agile Group's cumulative presales amounted to RMB 55.10 billion, achieving 46% of its annual target, with an average presales price of RMB 13,608 per square meter H1 2020 Presales Performance | Indicator | Data | | :--- | :--- | | Cumulative Presales Amount | RMB 55.10 billion | | Annual Presales Target Completion Rate | 46% | | Corresponding GFA | 4.049 million square meters | | Average Presales Price | RMB 13,608 per square meter | - The company actively expanded diversified online and offline sales strategies, achieving good presales results in South China, East China, Hainan and Yunnan, North China, and other regions[34](index=34&type=chunk) - Expected salable resources for the full year 2020 exceed **RMB 220 billion**, with over 200 salable projects across multiple cities in China and overseas[34](index=34&type=chunk) [Land Bank](index=9&type=section&id=%E5%9C%9F%E5%9C%B0%E5%82%A8%E5%A4%87) In the first half of the year, Agile Group added 20 high-quality new projects with a total GFA of 3.75 million square meters and a total land cost of RMB 13.9 billion, bringing the total land bank to 53.03 million square meters as of June 30, 2020 H1 2020 New Land Bank Additions | Indicator | Data | | :--- | :--- | | Number of New Projects | 20 | | Estimated Total GFA of New Land Parcels | 3.75 million square meters | | Total Land Cost of New Land Parcels | RMB 13.9 billion | | Corresponding Average Land Cost Per Square Meter | RMB 3,718 per square meter | Land Bank Distribution as of June 30, 2020 | Region | Land Bank (million square meters) | Percentage of Total Land Bank | | :--- | :------------------ | :----------------- | | Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area | 13.11 | 24.7% | | Yangtze River Delta | 7.08 | 13.3% | | Total | 53.03 | 100% | [Diversified Businesses](index=9&type=section&id=%E5%A4%9A%E5%85%83%E4%B8%9A%E5%8A%A1) Agile Group's diversified business segments continued to develop, with significant revenue growth in property management and environmental protection, and strategic advancements in other areas [Property Management](index=10&type=section&id=%E7%89%A9%E4%B8%9A%E7%AE%A1%E7%90%86) A-Living successfully acquired a 60% stake in C-MER Property, achieving leapfrog growth in scale, ranking among the top five in the industry, and securing TOP4 among China's Top 100 Property Service Enterprises - A-Living successfully acquired a **60% stake in C-MER Property**, completing the largest M&A integration in the industry and perfecting its full-spectrum, nationwide layout[37](index=37&type=chunk) - A-Living's industry ranking significantly climbed, entering the top five and ranking **TOP4** among "2020 China Property Service Top 100 Enterprises" by China Index Academy[37](index=37&type=chunk) A-Living GFA Under Management and Contracted GFA (as of June 30, 2020) | Indicator | Area (million square meters) | | :--- | :---------------- | | GFA Under Management | 353.4 | | Contracted GFA | 491.3 | - Contracted GFA from third parties cumulatively reached **364.8 million square meters**, a significant increase of **100.8%** compared to December 31, 2019, accounting for **74.3%** of total contracted GFA[37](index=37&type=chunk) [Agile City Services Spin-off](index=10&type=section&id=%E9%9B%85%E5%9F%8E%E4%B8%9A%E5%8A%A1%E5%88%86%E6%8B%86) Agile Group announced a proposed spin-off and separate listing of its subsidiary, Agile City Services Group Limited, a leading green ecological human settlement service provider in China - Proposed spin-off and separate listing of Agile Group Agile City Services Group Limited (Agile City Services) on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange[38](index=38&type=chunk) - Agile City Services primarily engages in providing green ecological landscape services and smart decoration home services, with operations in **119 cities across 27 provinces** in China[38](index=38&type=chunk) [Environmental Protection Business](index=10&type=section&id=%E7%8E%AF%E4%BF%9D%E4%B8%9A%E5%8A%A1) Agile Group's environmental protection business continued to expand its national footprint, holding 45 projects as of June 30, 2020, with revenue reaching RMB 799 million, a year-on-year increase of 68.5% - The environmental protection business continued to improve its national layout of hazardous waste treatment projects, actively developing safe landfill, water treatment, and waste-to-energy projects[39](index=39&type=chunk) Environmental Protection Business Project Count (as of June 30, 2020) | Project Type | Count | | :------- | :--- | | Hazardous Waste Treatment | 33 | | Waste-to-Energy | 5 | | Integrated Industrial Parks | 3 | | Water Treatment | 4 | | **Total** | **45** | Environmental Protection Business Revenue (H1 2020) | Indicator | Amount (RMB billion) | Year-on-Year Growth | | :--- | :---------------- | :------- | | Revenue | 0.799 | +68.5% | [Property Management Services](index=11&type=section&id=%E6%88%BF%E7%AE%A1%E4%B8%9A%E5%8A%A1) As of June 30, 2020, Agile Property Management Services had cumulatively signed 28代建 projects, with salable value exceeding RMB 100 billion, establishing a national layout and becoming a new profit growth point - Property management services cumulatively signed **28代建 projects**, with salable value exceeding **RMB 100 billion**[40](index=40&type=chunk) - Property management services have initially completed their national layout, entering key city clusters such as the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Yangtze River Delta, Chengdu-Chongqing, Central and Western China, and Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei[40](index=40&type=chunk) [Urban Renewal](index=11&type=section&id=%E5%9F%8E%E5%B8%82%E6%9B%B4%E6%96%B0) Agile Group officially established its Urban Renewal Group in the first half of 2020, focusing on renovation projects and securing an estimated GFA of over 7 million square meters with a value of nearly RMB 240 billion - The Group officially established the Urban Renewal Group, positioning itself as a "comprehensive urban renewal operator"[41](index=41&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2020, the Urban Renewal Group had signed **13 cooperation agreements**, with operations across **6 provinces and municipalities** nationwide[41](index=41&type=chunk) Urban Renewal Group Locked-in Value (as of June 30, 2020) | Indicator | Data | | :--- | :--- | | Estimated GFA | Over 7 million square meters | | Locked-in Value | Nearly RMB 240 billion | [Financial Strategy and Corporate Governance](index=11&type=section&id=%E8%B4%A2%E5%8A%A1%E7%AD%96%E7%95%A5%E4%B8%8E%E4%BC%81%E4%B8%9A%E7%AE%A1%E6%B2%BB) Agile Group adheres to a prudent financial strategy, optimizing its debt structure through accelerated sales collection, strengthened cash management, and diversified financing, while committed to good corporate governance and transparency - The company optimizes its debt structure by accelerating sales collection, strengthening cash and budget management, optimizing cost and expense management, and diversifying financing channels[42](index=42&type=chunk) - During the review period, the company issued **USD 500 million** of **5.75% senior notes** due in 2025 and was granted a credit facility agreement with an initial amount of **HKD 3.242 billion**[42](index=42&type=chunk) Total Cash and Bank Balances (as of June 30, 2020) | Indicator | Amount (RMB billion) | | :--- | :---------------- | | Total Cash and Bank Balances | 46.407 | - The company adheres to the philosophy of "two-way communication, mutual benefit and win-win," maintaining effective communication with all parties, enhancing corporate transparency, and actively fulfilling its corporate social responsibilities[43](index=43&type=chunk) [Outlook and Strategy](index=12&type=section&id=%E5%B1%95%E6%9C%9B%E4%B8%8E%E7%AD%96%E7%95%A5) Facing China's expected continued economic recovery, Agile Group will intensify sales efforts to achieve its annual target of RMB 120 billion, while continuously adapting strategies and enhancing internal management for long-term development - China's economic growth is expected to continue recovering in the second half of the year, and the company will intensify sales efforts, confident in achieving its annual sales target of **RMB 120 billion**[44](index=44&type=chunk) - The company will continue to closely monitor the development of the novel coronavirus, timely adjust its marketing plans and development strategies, and effectively promote the "property as core, diversified businesses in parallel" operating model[44](index=44&type=chunk) - Future strategies include enhancing internal management, optimizing operating models, improving talent training systems, elevating brand image, and continuously improving product and service quality to consolidate market position and achieve long-term development[44](index=44&type=chunk) Management Discussion and Analysis [Overall Operating Performance](index=13&type=section&id=%E6%95%B4%E4%BD%93%E7%BB%8F%E8%90%A5%E8%A1%A8%E7%8E%B0) For the six months ended June 30, 2020, Agile Group's revenue increased by 23.7% to RMB 33.527 billion, with profit for the period and core net profit growing by 7.6% and 35.6% respectively Key Financial Results for H1 2020 | Indicator | 2020 (RMB billion) | 2019 (RMB billion) | Year-on-Year Growth | | :--- | :---------------- | :---------------- | :------- | | Revenue | 33.527 | 27.114 | +23.7% | | Profit for the Period | 6.339 | 5.894 | +7.6% | | Core Net Profit for the Period | 6.518 | 4.807 | +35.6% | | Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company | 5.127 | 5.077 | +1.0% | | Core Net Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company | 5.306 | 3.992 | +32.9% | | Basic Earnings Per Share (RMB) | 1.321 | 1.308 | +1.0% | [Land Bank](index=13&type=section&id=%E5%9C%9F%E5%9C%B0%E5%82%A8%E5%A4%87) As of June 30, 2020, Agile Group held a total land bank of 53.03 million square meters across 81 cities, with an average land cost of RMB 3,521 per square meter, and added 20 new projects in H1 2020 Land Bank Overview as of June 30, 2020 | Indicator | Data | | :--- | :--- | | Number of Cities Covered | 81 | | Estimated Total GFA | 53.03 million square meters | | Average Land Cost Per Square Meter | RMB 3,521 per square meter | H1 2020 New Land Projects | Indicator | Data | | :--- | :--- | | Number of New Projects | 20 | | Estimated Total GFA of New Additions | 3.75 million square meters | | Estimated Total GFA Attributable to the Group | 3.47 million square meters | | Related Land Cost Attributable to the Group | RMB 10.4 billion | - New markets opened include Qidong, Taixing, and Zhaoqing[46](index=46&type=chunk) [Performance of Business Segments](index=14&type=section&id=%E5%90%84%E4%B8%9A%E5%8A%A1%E6%9D%BF%E5%9D%97%E8%A1%A8%E7%8E%B0) This chapter analyzes Agile Group's business segments' performance in H1 2020, highlighting revenue growth in property development, property management, and environmental protection, while hotel operations and property investment declined due to the pandemic [Property Development and Sales](index=14&type=section&id=%E7%89%A9%E4%B8%9A%E5%8F%91%E5%B1%95%E5%8F%8A%E9%94%80%E5%94%AE) In the first half of 2020, confirmed sales revenue from property development was RMB 29.310 billion, a year-on-year increase of 18.7%, with total confirmed sales GFA of 1.94 million square meters and an average price of RMB 15,144 per square meter H1 2020 Property Development and Sales Performance | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Growth | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------- | | Confirmed Sales Amount | RMB 29.310 billion | RMB 24.685 billion | +18.7% | | Total Confirmed Sales GFA | 1.94 million square meters | 1.94 million square meters | +0.6% | | Average Confirmed Sales Price | RMB 15,144 per square meter | RMB 12,836 per square meter | +18.0% | [Property Management](index=14&type=section&id=%E7%89%A9%E4%B8%9A%E7%AE%A1%E7%90%86) In the first half of 2020, property management revenue significantly increased by 111.1% to RMB 3.177 billion, primarily due to the acquisition of C-MER Property, with operating profit growing by 21.5% to RMB 719 million H1 2020 Property Management Performance | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Growth | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------- | | Revenue | RMB 3.177 billion | RMB 1.505 billion | +111.1% | | Operating Profit | RMB 719 million | RMB 592 million | +21.5% | | Total GFA Under Management | 353 million square meters | 211 million square meters | +67.3% | - Revenue growth was primarily due to the recent acquisition of a **60% stake in C-MER Property** and the consolidation of its revenue[50](index=50&type=chunk) [Hotel Operations](index=14&type=section&id=%E9%85%92%E5%BA%97%E8%90%A5%E8%BF%90) In the first half of 2020, hotel operations revenue decreased by 56.6% to RMB 153 million, primarily due to the impact of the novel coronavirus pandemic H1 2020 Hotel Operations Revenue | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Change | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------- | | Revenue | RMB 153 million | RMB 353 million | -56.6% | - Revenue decline was primarily due to the impact of the novel coronavirus pandemic[51](index=51&type=chunk) [Environmental Protection Business](index=15&type=section&id=%E7%8E%AF%E4%BF%9D%E4%B8%9A%E5%8A%A1) In the first half of 2020, environmental protection business revenue increased by 68.5% to RMB 799 million, primarily due to an increase in projects put into operation during the period H1 2020 Environmental Protection Business Revenue | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Growth | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------- | | Revenue | RMB 799 million | RMB 474 million | +68.5% | - Revenue growth was primarily due to an increase in projects put into operation during the period, leading to higher output and revenue[52](index=52&type=chunk) [Property Investment](index=15&type=section&id=%E7%89%A9%E4%B8%9A%E6%8A%95%E8%B5%84) In the first half of 2020, property investment revenue decreased by 9.5% to RMB 88 million, primarily due to the impact of the novel coronavirus pandemic, which led to a decrease in rental prices and occupancy rates H1 2020 Property Investment Revenue | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Change | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------- | | Revenue | RMB 88 million | RMB 98 million | -9.5% | - Revenue decline was primarily due to the impact of the novel coronavirus pandemic, which led to a decrease in both rental prices and occupancy rates[53](index=53&type=chunk) [Cost and Expense Analysis](index=15&type=section&id=%E6%88%90%E6%9C%AC%E4%B8%8E%E8%B4%B9%E7%94%A8%E5%88%86%E6%9E%90) This chapter analyzes Agile Group's cost and expense structure in H1 2020, noting increased cost of sales and administrative expenses, but improved gross profit margin due to high-margin projects [Cost of Sales](index=15&type=section&id=%E9%94%80%E5%94%AE%E6%88%90%E6%9C%AC) In the first half of 2020, cost of sales increased by 16.5% to RMB 22.007 billion, primarily due to higher land and construction costs, and a slight 0.6% increase in total confirmed sales GFA H1 2020 Cost of Sales | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Growth | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------- | | Cost of Sales | RMB 22.007 billion | RMB 18.894 billion | +16.5% | - The increase was primarily due to higher land and construction costs, and a **0.6% increase** in total confirmed sales GFA[54](index=54&type=chunk) [Gross Profit](index=15&type=section&id=%E6%AF%9B%E5%88%A9) In the first half of 2020, gross profit increased by 40.2% to RMB 11.520 billion, and gross profit margin improved by 4.1 percentage points to 34.4%, primarily benefiting from a higher proportion of high-margin projects H1 2020 Gross Profit and Gross Profit Margin | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Growth/Improvement | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------------ | | Gross Profit | RMB 11.520 billion | RMB 8.220 billion | +40.2% | | Gross Profit Margin | 34.4% | 30.3% | +4.1 percentage points | - The increase in gross profit margin was primarily due to a higher proportion of projects with higher gross profit margins (especially those with lower unit land costs)[55](index=55&type=chunk) [Net Other Income](index=15&type=section&id=%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E6%94%B6%E7%9B%8A%E5%87%80%E9%A2%9D) In the first half of 2020, net other income decreased by 40.0% to RMB 2.832 billion, primarily due to a significant reduction in gains from disposal of subsidiaries and fair value gains on financial assets H1 2020 Net Other Income Change | Item | H1 2020 (RMB billion) | H1 2019 (RMB billion) | Year-on-Year Change | | :--- | :------------------------ | :------------------------ | :------- | | Net Other Income | 2.832 | 4.722 | -40.0% | | Gains from Disposal of Subsidiaries | 1.812 | 2.989 | -39.4% | | Fair Value Gains on Financial Assets at FVTPL | 0.054 | 0.883 | -93.9% | | Gains from Disposal of Financial Assets at FVTPL | 0.025 | 0.247 | -89.9% | [Other Income](index=15&type=section&id=%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E6%94%B6%E5%85%A5) In the first half of 2020, other income increased by 34.7% to RMB 778 million, primarily driven by an increase in interest income and government grants H1 2020 Other Income | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Growth | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------- | | Other Income | RMB 778 million | RMB 577 million | +34.7% | - The increase was primarily due to an increase in interest income and government grants[57](index=57&type=chunk) [Selling and Marketing Expenses](index=15&type=section&id=%E9%94%80%E5%94%AE%E5%8F%8A%E8%90%A5%E9%94%80%E6%88%90%E6%9C%AC) In the first half of 2020, selling and marketing expenses were similar to the same period last year at RMB 952 million, with the percentage to revenue decreasing to 2.8% due to effective cost control and marketing strategy changes H1 2020 Selling and Marketing Expenses | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Change | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------- | | Selling and Marketing Expenses | RMB 952 million | RMB 959 million | Similar | | Percentage of Revenue | 2.8% | 3.5% | -0.7 percentage points | - The decrease in percentage was primarily due to the Group's effective control over selling and marketing expenses and changes in marketing strategies[57](index=57&type=chunk) [Administrative Expenses](index=15&type=section&id=%E8%A1%8C%E6%94%BF%E5%BC%80%E6%94%AF) In the first half of 2020, administrative expenses increased by 23.2% to RMB 1.714 billion, primarily due to a significant 317.8% increase in R&D expenses to RMB 260 million and an increase in headcount H1 2020 Administrative Expenses | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Growth | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------- | | Administrative Expenses | RMB 1.714 billion | RMB 1.390 billion | +23.2% | | R&D Expenses | RMB 260 million | RMB 62 million | +317.8% | - The increase was primarily due to an increase in R&D expenses and an increase in headcount to support the Group's business expansion[58](index=58&type=chunk) [Other Expenses](index=16&type=section&id=%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E5%BC%80%E6%94%AF) In the first half of 2020, other expenses decreased by 4.8% to RMB 128 million, primarily due to a 12.7% reduction in charitable donations H1 2020 Other Expenses | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Change | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------- | | Other Expenses | RMB 128 million | RMB 135 million | -4.8% | | Charitable Donations | RMB 48 million | RMB 55 million | -12.7% | [Finance Costs and Profit Distribution](index=16&type=section&id=%E8%B4%A2%E5%8A%A1%E8%B4%B9%E7%94%A8%E4%B8%8E%E5%88%A9%E6%B6%A6%E5%88%86%E9%85%8D) In the first half of 2020, net finance costs significantly increased due to exchange losses, while share of post-tax profits from equity-accounted investments and profit attributable to owners of the company both grew [Net Finance Costs](index=16&type=section&id=%E8%B4%A2%E5%8A%A1%E8%B4%B9%E7%94%A8%E5%87%80%E9%A2%9D) In the first half of 2020, net finance costs increased by 45.0% to RMB 1.342 billion, primarily impacted by an exchange loss of RMB 750 million due to RMB depreciation against USD and HKD H1 2020 Net Finance Costs | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Growth | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------- | | Net Finance Costs | RMB 1.342 billion | RMB 926 million | +45.0% | | Exchange Loss | RMB 750 million | - | - | - The increase was primarily due to an exchange loss of **RMB 750 million** arising from foreign currency denominated debts due to the depreciation of RMB against USD and HKD during the period[60](index=60&type=chunk) [Share of Profits from Investments Accounted for Using the Equity Method](index=16&type=section&id=%E6%9D%83%E7%9B%8A%E6%B3%95%E6%A0%B8%E7%AE%97%E6%8A%95%E8%B5%84%E5%88%A9%E6%B6%A6) In the first half of 2020, the share of post-tax profits from investments accounted for using the equity method significantly increased by 226.8% to RMB 491 million, primarily due to increased shares from joint ventures and associates H1 2020 Share of Profits from Investments Accounted for Using the Equity Method | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Growth | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------- | | Share of Post-tax Profits | RMB 491 million | RMB 150 million | +226.8% | - The increase was primarily due to an increase of **RMB 257 million** in share of post-tax profits from joint ventures and an increase of **RMB 84 million** in share of post-tax profits from associates[61](index=61&type=chunk) [Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company](index=16&type=section&id=%E6%9C%AC%E5%85%AC%E5%8F%B8%E8%82%A1%E4%B8%9C%E5%BA%94%E5%8D%A0%E5%88%A9%E6%B6%A6) In the first half of 2020, profit attributable to owners of the company increased by 1.0% to RMB 5.127 billion, and core net profit attributable to owners of the company increased by 32.9% to RMB 5.306 billion H1 2020 Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Growth | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------- | | Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company | RMB 5.127 billion | RMB 5.077 billion | +1.0% | | Core Net Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company | RMB 5.306 billion | RMB 3.992 billion | +32.9% | [Liquidity and Capital Structure](index=16&type=section&id=%E6%B5%81%E5%8A%A8%E6%80%A7%E4%B8%8E%E8%B5%84%E6%9C%AC%E7%BB%93%E6%9E%84) This chapter analyzes Agile Group's liquidity, financial, and capital resources, highlighting its cash position, borrowing structure, currency risk management, and financial guarantees and commitments [Cash Position and Available Funds](index=16&type=section&id=%E7%8E%B0%E9%87%91%E7%8A%B6%E5%86%B5%E5%8F%8A%E5%8F%AF%E5%8A%A8%E7%94%A8%E8%B5%84%E9%87%91) As of June 30, 2020, Agile Group's total cash and bank balances were RMB 46.407 billion, with cash and cash equivalents amounting to RMB 38.362 billion and unused borrowing facilities of RMB 7.633 billion Cash Position and Available Funds (as of June 30, 2020) | Indicator | June 30, 2020 (RMB billion) | December 31, 2019 (RMB billion) | Change | | :--- | :------------------------- | :------------------------- | :--- | | Total Cash and Bank Balances | 46.407 | 42.555 | +9.05% | | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 38.362 | 33.551 | +14.34% | | Restricted Cash | 8.045 | 9.004 | -10.65% | | Unused Borrowing Facilities | 7.633 | 6.404 | +19.20% | [Borrowing Structure](index=17&type=section&id=%E5%80%9F%E6%AC%BE%E7%BB%93%E6%9E%84) As of June 30, 2020, Agile Group's total borrowings amounted to RMB 98.939 billion, primarily comprising bank and other borrowings, senior notes, and domestic corporate bonds, with the gearing ratio optimizing to 73.3% Total Borrowings Composition (as of June 30, 2020) | Borrowing Type | Amount (RMB billion) | | :------- | :---------------- | | Bank and Other Borrowings | 73.854 | | Senior Notes | 11.985 | | Domestic Corporate Bonds, Commercial Property ABS, and ABS | 13.100 | | **Total** | **98.939** | Borrowing Repayment Schedule (as of June 30, 2020) | Repayment Schedule | Bank and Other Borrowings (RMB million) | Senior Notes (RMB million) | Domestic Corporate Bonds, etc. (RMB million) | Total (RMB million) | | :--------- | :-------------------------------- | :-------------------- | :---------------------------- | :------------------ | | Within 1 year | 27,453 | 2,825 | 10,025 | 40,303 | | Over 1 year and within 2 years | 25,486 | 7,755 | 3,075 | 36,316 | | Over 2 years and within 5 years | 16,712 | 1,405 | - | 18,117 | | Over 5 years | 4,203 | - | - | 4,203 | | **Subtotal** | **73,854** | **11,985** | **13,100** | **98,939** | Gearing Ratio (as of June 30, 2020) | Indicator | June 30, 2020 | December 31, 2019 | Change | | :--- | :------------ | :------------- | :--- | | Gearing Ratio | 73.3% | 82.8% | -9.5 percentage points | [Currency Risk and Borrowing Costs](index=18&type=section&id=%E8%B4%A7%E5%B8%81%E9%A3%8E%E9%99%A9%E4%B8%8E%E5%80%9F%E6%AC%BE%E6%88%90%E6%9C%AC) Agile Group primarily conducts business in RMB, but manages foreign exchange risk for foreign currency-denominated debts through capped forward contracts, with borrowing costs increasing in H1 2020 due to a higher average borrowing balance - The Group primarily conducts business in RMB, with some bank deposits, bank loans, and senior notes denominated in HKD, USD, MOP, and MYR[67](index=67&type=chunk) - Since 2016, the Group has entered into capped forward contracts with banks to mitigate foreign exchange risk arising from foreign currency denominated debts due to exchange rate fluctuations[67](index=67&type=chunk) H1 2020 Borrowing Costs | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Growth/Change | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------------ | | Borrowing Costs | RMB 3.600 billion | RMB 3.319 billion | +8.5% | | Effective Borrowing Interest Rate | 6.78% | 7.06% | -0.28 percentage points | [Financial Guarantees and Commitments](index=19&type=section&id=%E8%B4%A2%E5%8A%A1%E6%8B%85%E4%BF%9D%E4%B8%8E%E6%89%BF%E6%8B%94) As of June 30, 2020, Agile Group provided mortgage financing guarantees of RMB 51.938 billion for property buyers, and loan guarantees for associates, joint ventures, and third parties, with total capital commitments amounting to RMB 40.990 billion Financial Guarantees (as of June 30, 2020) | Guarantee Type | Amount (RMB billion) | | :------- | :---------------- | | Mortgage financing guarantees for property buyers | 51.938 | | Loan guarantees for associates | 1.045 | | Loan guarantees for joint ventures | 5.297 | | Loan guarantees for third parties | 1.496 | Capital Commitments (as of June 30, 2020) | Commitment Type | Amount (RMB billion) | | :------- | :---------------- | | Property development activities | 27.450 | | Land acquisition premiums | 11.763 | | Purchase of property, plant and equipment | 1.775 | | **Total** | **40.990** | [Significant Investments and Post-Balance Sheet Events](index=20&type=section&id=%E9%87%8D%E5%A4%A7%E6%8A%95%E8%B5%84%E4%B8%8E%E6%9C%9F%E5%90%8E%E4%BA%8B%E9%A1%B9) This chapter discloses Agile Group's significant investments, acquisitions, and disposals during the reporting period, including the proposed spin-off listing of Agile City Services, and important events after the reporting period [Major Investments, Acquisitions and Disposals](index=20&type=section&id=%E4%B8%BB%E8%A6%81%E6%8A%95%E8%B5%84%E3%80%81%E6%94%B6%E8%B4%AD%E5%8F%8A%E5%87%BA%E5%94%AE) Agile Group announced a proposed spin-off and separate listing of its subsidiary, Agile City Services Group Limited, on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with the company expecting to retain no less than a 50% interest - The company announced on **June 24, 2020**, a proposed spin-off and separate listing of shares of its subsidiary, Agile Group Agile City Services Group Limited (Agile City Services), on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange[71](index=71&type=chunk) - Upon completion of the proposed spin-off and listing, the company expects to hold no less than a **50% interest** in Agile City Services, which will remain a subsidiary of the company[71](index=71&type=chunk) [Events After Reporting Period](index=20&type=section&id=%E7%BB%93%E7%AE%97%E6%97%A5%E5%90%8E%E4%BA%8B%E4%BB%B6) After the reporting period, Agile Group successfully issued USD 500 million of 5.75% senior notes on July 3, 2020, and RMB 1.5 billion of 6.2% corporate bonds on July 10, 2020 - The company successfully issued **USD 500 million** of **5.75% senior notes** due in 2025 on **July 3, 2020**, receiving net proceeds of approximately **USD 497 million**[72](index=72&type=chunk) - On **July 10, 2020**, a Chinese subsidiary of the company issued a total of **RMB 1.5 billion** of **6.2% corporate bonds** due on July 13, 2022[72](index=72&type=chunk) [Employees and Remuneration](index=20&type=section&id=%E9%9B%87%E5%91%98%E4%B8%8E%E8%96%AA%E9%85%AC) As of June 30, 2020, Agile Group had 59,840 employees, with H1 employee benefit expenses of RMB 3.128 billion, and its remuneration plan is based on market levels, performance, and contributions Employee Composition (as of June 30, 2020) | Total Employees | Senior Management | Middle Management | | :------- | :----------- | :----------- | | 59,840 | 408 | 1,857 | Employee Benefit Expenses (H1 2020) | Indicator | H1 2020 | H1 2019 | Year-on-Year Growth | | :--- | :----------- | :----------- | :------- | | Employee Benefit Expenses | RMB 3.128 billion | RMB 2.159 billion | +44.88% | - Remuneration plans are determined with reference to market levels, employee performance, and contributions, and comprehensive welfare programs and career development opportunities are provided[73](index=73&type=chunk) [Impact of COVID-19](index=21&type=section&id=%E6%96%B0%E5%9E%8B%E5%86%A0%E7%8A%B6%E7%97%85%E6%AF%92%E5%BD%B1%E5%93%8D) The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted various industries, with short-term effects on real estate sales, but China's epidemic is gradually under control, and Agile Group will continue to assess its financial and operational impact - The novel coronavirus pandemic has caused varying degrees of impact on various industries, with real estate sales experiencing short-term psychological effects[74](index=74&type=chunk) - The epidemic in China has gradually been brought under control, and local governments have introduced easing policies to stabilize the real estate market[74](index=74&type=chunk) - The Group will closely monitor the development of the pandemic and continue to assess its financial and operational impact[74](index=74&type=chunk) [Outlook](index=21&type=section&id=%E5%B1%95%E6%9C%9B) Agile Group is confident in the future development of its various businesses and will consolidate its market position and achieve long-term growth through strategic development, quality enhancement, and improved management - Property development business will seize market opportunities, develop high-quality property projects, and consolidate its market position[75](index=75&type=chunk) - A-Living will continue to expand its business scope and increase GFA under management; the environmental protection business will ensure that M&A and ongoing projects contribute to revenue[75](index=75&type=chunk) - Green ecological landscape services and smart decoration home services will integrate resources and improve product quality; property management services will expand high-quality projects; commercial business will enhance project returns[75](index=75&type=chunk) - The Group will build Agile into a long-lasting century-old enterprise by enhancing internal management, optimizing operating models, improving talent training, elevating brand image, and improving product and service quality[75](index=75&type=chunk) Financial Statements [Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Financial Position](index=22&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%BB%BC%E5%90%88%E8%B5%84%E4%BA%A7%E8%B4%9F%E5%80%BA%E8%A1%A8) As of June 30, 2020, Agile Group's total assets were RMB 301.81 billion, an increase of 10.5% from 2019 year-end, with total liabilities of RMB 230.166 billion and total equity of RMB 71.643 billion Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Financial Position Key Data (as of June 30, 2020) | Indicator | June 30, 2020 (RMB thousand) | December 31, 2019 (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :------------------------- | :------------------------- | | Total Assets | 301,809,687 | 273,231,825 | | Non-current Assets | 81,747,389 | 82,467,376 | | Current Assets | 220,062,298 | 190,764,449 | | Total Equity | 71,643,285 | 65,336,476 | | Total Liabilities | 230,166,402 | 207,895,349 | [Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss](index=24&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%BB%BC%E5%90%88%E6%94%B6%E7%9B%8A%E8%A1%A8) For the six months ended June 30, 2020, Agile Group's revenue was RMB 33.527 billion, gross profit was RMB 11.520 billion, and profit attributable to owners of the company was RMB 5.127 billion, with basic earnings per share of RMB 1.321 Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss Key Data (for the six months ended June 30, 2020) | Indicator | 2020 (RMB thousand) | 2019 (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :------------------ | :------------------ | | Revenue | 33,527,374 | 27,114,425 | | Gross Profit | 11,520,438 | 8,220,044 | | Operating Profit | 12,237,922 | 10,976,606 | | Profit for the Period | 6,339,199 | 5,893,691 | | Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company | 5,127,482 | 5,076,668 | | Basic Earnings Per Share (RMB) | 1.321 | 1.308 | [Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income](index=25&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%BB%BC%E5%90%88%E5%85%A8%E9%9D%A2%E6%94%B6%E7%9B%8A%E8%A1%A8) For the six months ended June 30, 2020, Agile Group's total comprehensive income for the period was RMB 6.319 billion, with RMB 5.117 billion attributable to owners of the company Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income Key Data (for the six months ended June 30, 2020) | Indicator | 2020 (RMB thousand) | 2019 (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :------------------ | :------------------ | | Profit for the Period | 6,339,199 | 5,893,691 | | Other Comprehensive Income for the Period (after tax) | (19,963) | (23,768) | | Total Comprehensive Income for the Period | 6,319,236 | 5,869,923 | | Total Comprehensive Income Attributable to Owners of the Company | 5,116,925 | 5,052,237 | [Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity](index=26&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%BB%BC%E5%90%88%E6%9D%83%E7%9B%8A%E5%8F%98%E5%8A%A8%E8%A1%A8) As of June 30, 2020, Agile Group's total equity was RMB 71.643 billion, an increase from January 1, 2020, with equity attributable to owners of the company at RMB 47.999 billion Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity Key Data (as of June 30, 2020) | Indicator | June 30, 2020 (RMB thousand) | January 1, 2020 (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :------------------------- | :------------------------- | | Total Attributable to Owners of the Company | 47,998,768 | 44,473,623 | | Perpetual Capital Securities | 13,633,418 | 13,566,867 | | Non-controlling Interests | 10,011,099 | 7,295,986 | | **Total Equity** | **71,643,285** | **65,336,476** | [Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows](index=28&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E7%BB%BC%E5%90%88%E7%8E%B0%E9%87%91%E6%B5%81%E9%87%8F%E8%A1%A8) For the six months ended June 30, 2020, Agile Group's net cash generated from operating activities was RMB 7.521 billion, with a net increase in cash and cash equivalents of RMB 4.834 billion Interim Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows Key Data (for the six months ended June 30, 2020) | Indicator | 2020 (RMB thousand) | 2019 (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :------------------ | :------------------ | | Net Cash Generated From / (Used In) Operating Activities | 7,521,046 | (11,840,480) | | Net Cash (Used In) / Generated From Investing Activities | (5,169,014) | 5,116,740 | | Net Cash Generated From Financing Activities | 2,481,761 | 4,142,343 | | Net Increase / (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents | 4,833,793 | (2,581,397) | | Cash and Cash Equivalents as of June 30 | 38,361,769 | 33,204,267 | Notes to the Financial Statements [General Information and Basis of Preparation](index=30&type=section&id=%E4%B8%80%E8%88%AC%E8%B5%84%E6%96%99%E4%B8%8E%E7%BC%96%E5%88%B6%E5%9F%BA%E7%A1%80) This chapter provides Agile Group Holdings Limited's registration information, principal business activities, and the basis of preparation for its interim financial information, which has been approved by the Board of Directors - Agile Group Holdings Limited was incorporated in the Cayman Islands and primarily engages in investment holding, with its subsidiaries primarily engaged in property development in China[86](index=86&type=chunk) - The condensed consolidated interim financial information has been prepared in accordance with Hong Kong Accounting Standard 34 "Interim Financial Reporting" and was approved by the Board of Directors on **August 21, 2020**[88](index=88&type=chunk) - The outbreak of the novel coronavirus has not had a significant adverse impact on the Group's financial position and operating results[87](index=87&type=chunk) [Accounting Policies and Financial Instruments](index=30&type=section&id=%E4%BC%9A%E8%AE%A1%E6%94%BF%E7%AD%96%E4%B8%8E%E9%87%91%E8%9E%8D%E5%B7%A5%E5%85%B7) This chapter describes Agile Group's adopted accounting policies, including the impact of new and revised standards, and fair value measurement methods for financial instruments, which use a three-level hierarchy - The Group has initially adopted several new and revised standards for the reporting period beginning **January 1, 2020**, but these have had no significant impact on the Group's results or financial position[89](index=89&type=chunk) - Fair value measurement of financial instruments uses a three-level hierarchy: Level 1 for active market quotes, Level 2 for observable market data, and Level 3 for significant unobservable inputs[96](index=96&type=chunk) Level 3 Financial Assets Balance at Period End (as of June 30, 2020) | Indicator | 2020 (RMB thousand) | 2019 (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :------------------ | :------------------ | | Balance at Period End | 2,634,984 | 769,223 | - Valuation of Level 3 instruments primarily includes unlisted equity securities, wealth management products, and put options, using valuation techniques such as discounted cash flows, and assessing discount rates, earnings growth factors, and expected cash inflows[100](index=100&type=chunk) [Segment Information](index=35&type=section&id=%E5%88%86%E9%83%A8%E8%B5%84%E6%96%99) Agile Group is divided into five business segments: property development, property management, hotel operations, property investment, and environmental protection, with detailed disclosures of each segment's financial performance and assets - The Group is divided into five business segments: property development, property management, hotel operations, property investment, and environmental protection[102](index=102&type=chunk) H1 2020 Operating Profit by Segment | Segment | Operating Profit (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :-------------------- | | Property Development | 11,326,517 | | Property Management | 718,735 | | Hotel Operations | (68,861) | | Property Investment | 69,693 | | Environmental Protection | 191,838 | Segment Assets as of June 30, 2020 | Segment | Segment Assets (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :-------------------- | | Property Development | 245,617,518 | | Property Management | 12,711,067 | | Hotel Operations | 11,991,854 | | Property Investment | 8,758,449 | | Environmental Protection | 17,637,563 | - Inter-segment transfers or transactions are conducted on terms and conditions agreed upon by the parties, and the pricing policy for inter-segment transactions is determined with reference to market prices[110](index=110&type=chunk) [Notes to Statement of Financial Position Items](index=41&type=section&id=%E8%B5%84%E4%BA%A7%E8%B4%9F%E5%80%BA%E8%A1%A8%E9%A1%B9%E7%9B%AE%E9%99%84%E6%B3%A8) This chapter provides detailed notes for each major item in Agile Group's statement of financial position, including property, plant and equipment, investment properties, right-of-use assets, goodwill, intangible assets, and various receivables and payables [Property, Plant and Equipment, Investment Properties and Right-of-Use Assets](index=41&type=section&id=%E7%89%A9%E4%B8%9A%E3%80%81%E5%8E%82%E6%88%BF%E5%8F%8A%E8%AE%BE%E5%A4%87%E3%80%81%E6%8A%95%E8%B5%84%E7%89%A9%E4%B8%9A%E5%8F%8A%E4%BD%BF%E7%94%A8%E6%9D%83%E8%B5%84%E4%BA%A7) As of June 30, 2020, the net book value of property, plant and equipment was RMB 12.826 billion, investment properties was RMB 8.758 billion, and right-of-use assets was RMB 3.035 billion, with some assets pledged as collateral Net Book Value of Property, Plant and Equipment, Investment Properties and Right-of-Use Assets (as of June 30, 2020) | Asset Type | Net Book Value (RMB thousand) | | :------- | :-------------------- | | Property, Plant and Equipment | 12,826,481 | | Investment Properties | 8,758,449 | | Right-of-Use Assets | 3,035,280 | - Self-occupied properties with a value of **RMB 3.771 billion**, land use rights of **RMB 1.460 billion**, and investment properties of **RMB 5.311 billion** have been pledged as collateral for the Group's borrowings[114](index=114&type=chunk)[116](index=116&type=chunk)[118](index=118&type=chunk) - The fair value of investment properties is revalued by independent qualified valuers, using the income capitalization approach and direct comparison approach[116](index=116&type=chunk)[117](index=117&type=chunk) [Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets](index=43&type=section&id=%E5%95%86%E8%AA%89%E5%8F%8A%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E6%97%A0%E5%BD%A2%E8%B5%84%E4%BA%A7) As of June 30, 2020, the net book value of goodwill was RMB 4.768 billion, and other intangible assets was RMB 2.249 billion, with goodwill primarily increasing due to the acquisition of subsidiaries Net Book Value of Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets (as of June 30, 2020) | Asset Type | Net Book Value (RMB thousand) | | :------- | :-------------------- | | Goodwill | 4,768,190 | | Other Intangible Assets | 2,248,889 | - Goodwill primarily increased by **RMB 871 million** due to the acquisition of subsidiaries[119](index=119&type=chunk) [Investments Accounted for Using the Equity Method](index=43&type=section&id=%E4%BD%BF%E7%94%A8%E6%9D%83%E7%9B%8A%E6%B3%95%E6%A0%B8%E7%AE%97%E4%B9%8B%E6%8A%95%E8%B5%84) As of June 30, 2020, the balance of investments accounted for using the equity method was RMB 15.643 billion, with changes during the period resulting from disposals and acquisitions Changes in Investments Accounted for Using the Equity Method (for the six months ended June 30, 2020) | Change Type | Amount (RMB thousand) | | :------- | :---------------- | | Opening Balance | 14,711,189 | | Additions | 1,339,260 | | Additions through Business Combinations | 498,373 | | Transferred from Subsidiaries | 1,564,268 | | Gain on Remeasurement of Investment in Joint Ventures | 825,314 | | Transferred to Subsidiaries | (2,887,440) | | Share of Post-tax Profits | 491,115 | | Disposals | (894,825) | | Dividends Received | (3,905) | | Closing Balance | 15,643,349 | - The Group disposed of certain interests in several subsidiaries to independent third parties, recording a gain on disposal of **RMB 1.812 billion**[122](index=122&type=chunk) - The Group acquired additional equity in certain joint ventures from other independent shareholders, recognizing a gain on remeasurement of investment in joint ventures of **RMB 825 million**[122](index=122&type=chunk) [Prepaid Land Lease Payments](index=44&type=section&id=%E5%9C%9F%E5%9C%B0%E4%BD%BF%E7%94%A8%E6%9D%83%E9%A2%84%E4%BB%98%E6%AC%BE%E9%A1%B9) Prepaid land lease payments are upfront payments for acquiring property use rights for property development, which will be transferred to properties under development upon obtaining contractual land use rights - These payments are upfront payments for acquiring property use rights for property development, which will be transferred to properties under development when the Group obtains the contractual land use rights for the relevant land[123](index=123&type=chunk) [Properties Under Development](index=45&type=section&id=%E5%8F%91%E5%B1%95%E4%B8%AD%E7%89%A9%E4%B8%9A) As of June 30, 2020, total properties under development amounted to RMB 118.706 billion, with most located in China, and approximately RMB 36.492 billion pledged as collateral for borrowings Properties Under Development Composition (as of June 30, 2020) | Indicator | Amount (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :---------------- | | Total Properties Under Development | 118,705,911 | | Land Use Rights | 83,590,223 | | Construction Costs and Capitalized Expenses | 28,070,298 | | Capitalized Interest | 7,045,390 | - A provision of **RMB 1.453 billion** has been made for write-downs of properties under development[125](index=125&type=chunk) - Approximately **RMB 36.492 billion** of properties under development have been pledged as collateral for the Group's borrowings[125](index=125&type=chunk) [Completed Properties Held for Sale](index=45&type=section&id=%E6%8C%81%E4%BD%9C%E9%94%80%E5%94%AE%E5%B7%B2%E8%90%BD%E6%88%90%E7%89%A9%E4%B8%9A) All completed properties held for sale are located in China, with a provision of RMB 622 million made for write-downs, and approximately RMB 122 million pledged as collateral for bank borrowings as of June 30, 2020 - All completed properties held for sale are located in China, with land use right terms ranging from **40 to 70 years**[126](index=126&type=chunk) - A provision of **RMB 622 million** has been made for write-downs of completed properties held for sale[126](index=126&type=chunk) - Approximately **RMB 122 million** of completed properties held for sale have been pledged as collateral for the Group's bank borrowings[126](index=126&type=chunk) [Trade and Other Receivables](index=46&type=section&id=%E8%B4%B8%E6%98%93%E5%8F%8A%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E5%BA%94%E6%94%B6%E6%AC%BE%E9%A1%B9) As of June 30, 2020, total trade receivables amounted to RMB 8.925 billion, and total other receivables amounted to RMB 43.722 billion, with an impairment provision of RMB 143 million for trade receivables Trade and Other Receivables (as of June 30, 2020) | Indicator | June 30, 2020 (RMB thousand) | December 31, 2019 (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :------------------------- | :------------------------- | | Total Trade Receivables | 8,925,050 | 7,802,037 | | Less: Impairment Provision for Trade Receivables | (143,077) | (73,440) | | Total Other Receivables | 43,722,474 | 33,032,176 | | Less: Impairment Provision for Other Receivables | (288,898) | (218,579) | Ageing Analysis of Trade Receivables (as of June 30, 2020) | Ageing | Amount (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :---------------- | | Within 90 days | 5,656,718 | | Over 90 days and within 365 days | 2,530,626 | | Over 365 days | 737,706 | - Approximately **RMB 469 million** of trade receivables have been pledged as collateral for the Group's bank borrowings[130](index=130&type=chunk) [Financial Assets at Fair Value Through Profit or Loss](index=47&type=section&id=%E6%8C%89%E5%85%AC%E5%85%81%E5%80%BC%E8%AE%A1%E5%85%A5%E6%8D%9F%E7%9B%8A%E7%9A%84%E9%87%91%E8%9E%8D%E8%B5%84%E4%BA%A7) As of June 30, 2020, total financial assets at fair value through profit or loss amounted to RMB 3.180 billion, primarily including wealth management products, listed equity and debt instruments, and derivative financial instruments Financial Assets at Fair Value Through Profit or Loss (as of June 30, 2020) | Asset Type | Amount (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :---------------- | | Wealth Management Products | 2,205,934 | | Hong Kong Listed Equity and Debt Instruments | 231,086 | | Unlisted Equity Securities | 326,084 | | Derivative Financial Instruments | 341,333 | | Others | 75,085 | | **Total** | **3,179,522** | - Fair value gains of **RMB 53,863,000** were recognized in profit or loss[131](index=131&type=chunk) [Restricted Cash](index=48&type=section&id=%E6%9C%89%E9%99%90%E5%88%B6%E7%8E%B0%E9%87%91) As of June 30, 2020, restricted cash was primarily denominated in RMB, including deposits for mortgage loans and construction of presold properties, accident compensation deposits, and collateral for borrowings - Restricted cash is primarily denominated in RMB, including deposits for mortgage loans and construction of presold properties, accident compensation deposits, and collateral for borrowings[133](index=133&type=chunk) [Cash and Cash Equivalents](index=48&type=section&id=%E7%8E%B0%E9%87%91%E5%8F%8A%E7%8E%B0%E9%87%91%E7%AD%89%E5%80%BC%E9%A1%B9%E7%9B%AE) As of June 30, 2020, total cash and cash equivalents amounted to RMB 38.362 billion, primarily comprising bank balances and cash on hand, and short-term bank deposits, with most denominated in RMB Cash and Cash Equivalents (as of June 30, 2020) | Component | Amount (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :---------------- | | Bank Balances and Cash on Hand | 34,421,915 | | Short-term Bank Deposits | 3,939,854 | | **Total** | **38,361,769** | - Most cash and cash equivalents are denominated in RMB and are subject to foreign exchange control rules and regulations promulgated by the Chinese government[134](index=134&type=chunk) [Share Capital and Share Premium](index=49&type=section&id=%E8%82%A1%E6%9C%AC%E5%8F%8A%E6%BA%A2%E4%BB%B7) As of June 30, 2020, the company's authorized share capital was 10 billion shares, and issued and fully paid share capital was 3.917 billion shares, with a total share capital and share premium of RMB 3.422 billion Share Capital and Share Premium (as of June 30, 2020) | Indicator | Number of Shares | Par Value (HKD thousand) | Par Value Equivalent (RMB thousand) | Share Premium (RMB thousand) | Total (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :------- | :-------------- | :-------------------- | :-------------------- | :---------------- | | Authorized | 10,000,000,000 | 1,000,000 | - | - | - | | Issued and Fully Paid | 3,917,047,500 | 391,705 | 400,253 | 3,021,630 | 3,421,883 | [Shares Held Under Share Award Scheme](index=49&type=section&id=%E8%82%A1%E4%BB%BD%E5%A5%96%E5%8A%B1%E8%AE%A1%E5%88%92%E6%8C%81%E6%9C%89%E7%9A%84%E8%82%A1%E4%BB%BD) As of June 30, 2020, the value of shares held by the employee share trustee under the share award scheme was RMB 157 million, presented within equity in the interim condensed consolidated statement of financial position - The company adopted a share award scheme on **December 10, 2013**, and established a trust to administer the share award scheme and hold awarded shares[136](index=136&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2020, the value of shares held by the employee share trustee under the share award scheme was **RMB 157 million**[136](index=136&type=chunk) [Other Reserves](index=50&type=section&id=%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E5%82%A8%E5%A4%87) As of June 30, 2020, total other reserves amounted to RMB 2.918 billion, including merger reserve, statutory reserve and enterprise development fund, exchange reserve, and others, with changes during the period from retained earnings and currency translation differences Other Reserves Composition (as of June 30, 2020) | Reserve Type | Amount (RMB thousand) | | :------- | :---------------- | | Merger Reserve | 442,395 | | Statutory Reserve and Enterprise Development Fund | 4,077,067 | | Exchange Reserve | 554 | | Others | (1,602,384) | | **Total** | **2,917,632** | - The statutory reserve fund requires a portion of post-tax profits to be transferred until the cumulative total reaches **50% of the registered capital**[141](index=141&type=chunk) [Perpetual Capital Securities](index=51&type=section&id=%E6%B0%B8%E4%B9%85%E8%B5%84%E6%9C%AC%E8%AF%81%E5%88%B8) As of June 30, 2020, the balance of perpetual capital securities was RMB 13.633 billion, with changes during the period resulting from profit attributable to holders and distributions Changes in Perpetual Capital Securities (for the six months ended June 30, 2020) | Change Type | Amount (RMB thousand) | | :------- | :---------------- | | Opening Balance | 13,566,867 | | Profit Attributable to Holders of Perpetual Capital Securities | 549,386 | | Distributions to Holders of Perpetual Capital Securities | (482,835) | | Closing Balance | 13,633,418 | [Borrowings](index=52&type=section&id=%E5%80%9F%E6%AC%BE) As of June 30, 2020, Agile Group's total borrowings amounted to RMB 98.939 billion, including various types of loans and securities, with some secured and some jointly guaranteed by subsidiaries Total Borrowings (as of June 30, 2020) | Indicator | Amount (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :---------------- | | Total Borrowings | 98,938,771 | - Senior notes are jointly guaranteed by certain subsidiaries of the Group and pledged with shares of these subsidiaries as collateral[144](index=144&type=chunk) - The Group's borrowings are secured by certain cash, land use rights, self-occupied properties, trade receivables, completed properties held for sale, properties under development, investment properties, shares of certain subsidiaries, and equity interests in a joint venture[153](index=153&type=chunk) - Unsecured borrowings of **RMB 20.253 billion** are jointly guaranteed by certain subsidiaries of the Group[153](index=153&type=chunk) [Trade and Other Payables](index=55&type=section&id=%E8%B4%B8%E6%98%93%E5%8F%8A%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E5%BA%94%E4%BB%98%E6%AC%BE%E9%A1%B9) As of June 30, 2020, trade payables amounted to RMB 23.170 billion, and other payables amounted to RMB 71.573 billion, with the current portion of trade and other payables at RMB 68.685 billion Trade and Other Payables (as of June 30, 2020) | Indicator | June 30, 2020 (RMB thousand) | December 31, 2019 (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :------------------------- | :------------------------- | | Trade Payables | 23,169,905 | 21,276,425 | | Other Payables | 71,572,946 | 56,119,696 | | Trade and Other Payables - Current Portion | 68,685,404 | 53,917,720 | [Financial Liabilities at Fair Value Through Profit or Loss](index=56&type=section&id=%E6%8C%89%E5%85%AC%E5%85%81%E5%80%BC%E8%AE%A1%E5%85%A5%E6%8D%9F%E7%9B%8A%E7%9A%84%E9%87%91%E8%9E%8D%E8%B4%9F%E5%80%BA) As of June 30, 2020, the non-current portion of financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss was RMB 86 million, and the current portion was RMB 14 million, primarily including put options and derivative financial instruments Financial Liabilities at Fair Value Through Profit or Loss (as of June 30, 2020) | Liability Type | Non-current Portion (RMB thousand) | Current Portion (RMB thousand) | | :------- | :---------------------- | :-------------------- | | Put Options | 62,861 | 13,981 | | Derivative Financial Instruments | 23,487 | - | | **Total** | **86,348** | **13,981** | - For the six months ended June 30, 2020, fair value gains on derivative financial instruments of **RMB 397 million** were recognized in "Net Finance Costs" in the interim condensed consolidated statement of profit or loss[158](index=158&type=chunk) [Contract Liabilities](index=57&type=section&id=%E5%90%88%E5%90%8C%E8%B4%9F%E5%80%BA) As of June 30, 2020, total contract liabilities amounted to RMB 38.467 billion, primarily from property sales, with RMB 20.280 billion of revenue recognized from amounts included in the opening balance Contract Liabilities (as of June 30, 2020) | Liability Type | Amount (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :---------------- | | Related Parties | 46,614 | | Third Parties | 38,420,171 | | **Total** | **38,466,785** | Revenue Recognized from Contract Liabilities (as of January 1, 2020) | Revenue Type | Amount (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :---------------- | | Property Sales | 19,886,345 | | Property Management and Value-added Services | 394,153 | | **Total** | **20,280,498** | [Notes to Statement of Profit or Loss Items](index=56&type=section&id=%E6%94%B6%E7%9B%8A%E8%A1%A8%E9%A1%B9%E7%9B%AE%E9%99%84%E6%B3%A8) This chapter provides detailed notes for each major item in Agile Group's statement of profit or loss, including net other income, other income, other expenses, expenses by nature, net finance costs, income tax expense, earnings per share, and dividends [Net Other Income](index=56&type=section&id=%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E6%94%B6%E7%9B%8A%E5%87%80%E9%A2%9D) In the first half of 2020, net other income was RMB 2.832 billion, a 40.0% decrease from the same period last year, primarily due to reduced gains from disposal of subsidiaries and financial assets Net Other Income Composition (for the six months ended June 30, 2020) | Item | 2020 (RMB thousand) | 2019 (RMB thousand) | | :--- | :------------------ | :------------------ | | Gains from Disposal of Subsidiaries | 1,812,304 | 2,988,981 | | Gains on Remeasurement of Joint Ventures Transferred to Subsidiaries | 825,314 | 579,449 | | Fair Value Gains on Financial Assets at FVTPL | 53,863 | 882,667 | | Gains / (Losses) on Disposal of Property, Plant and Equipment and Investment Properties | 67,306 | (11,597) | | Gains from Disposal of Joint Ventures | 40,7

Financial Performance - Revenue for 2019 reached RMB 60,239 million, an increase of 7.3% compared to RMB 56,145 million in 2018[13] - Gross profit decreased by 25.6% to RMB 18,358 million from RMB 24,674 million in the previous year[13] - Net profit increased by 10.5% to RMB 9,233 million, up from RMB 8,358 million in 2018[13] - Profit attributable to shareholders rose by 5.4% to RMB 7,512 million, compared to RMB 7,125 million in 2018[13] - Operating profit decreased by 18.4% to RMB 18.040 billion from RMB 22.118 billion in 2018[50] - The group's sales cost for the year was RMB 41.881 billion, an increase of 33.1% from RMB 31.471 billion in 2018, primarily due to rising land and construction costs[59] - Other net income for the year was RMB 4.802 billion, up 141.8% from RMB 1.986 billion in 2018, mainly due to the sale of a 34% stake in a project company[61] - Other income increased by 23.3% to RMB 1.283 billion from RMB 1.040 billion in 2018, driven by higher bank interest income and government subsidies[62] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets increased by 18.6% to RMB 273,232 million from RMB 230,446 million in 2018[14] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased by 6.2% to RMB 33,551 million from RMB 35,776 million in 2018[14] - As of December 31, 2019, total borrowings amounted to RMB 96.670 billion, with bank borrowings at RMB 67.862 billion and other borrowings at RMB 15.252 billion[69] - The debt-to-equity ratio as of December 31, 2019, was 82.8%, up from 79.1% in 2018[73] - The total borrowing cost for the group in 2019 was RMB 7.079 billion, an increase of 40.0% compared to RMB 5.056 billion in 2018, primarily due to a higher average borrowing balance in 2019[76] Dividends - The proposed final dividend per share is HKD 0.40, a decrease of 20% from HKD 0.50 in 2018[13] - The company plans to distribute a final dividend of HKD 0.40 per share, maintaining the total annual dividend at HKD 1.00 per share[34] Business Strategy and Development - The company plans to maintain a diversified business model focusing on real estate development and other sectors[4] - The cumulative pre-sale amount reached RMB 117.97 billion, an increase of 14.9%, with a pre-sale area of 8.911 million square meters, up 11.7%[36] - The company introduced 42 new quality projects with a total estimated construction area of 10.9 million square meters, with total land costs of RMB 47.2 billion[39] - The group invested approximately RMB 10 billion in 34 new non-property projects, leading to a significant increase in diversified business revenue[40] - The company plans to adjust marketing strategies and development plans in response to the impact of COVID-19, focusing on a dual business model of real estate and diversified operations[47] Property Management and Revenue Streams - Property management services, hotel operations, and environmental protection revenues increased by 67.7%, 11.1%, and 146.1% respectively, contributing to diversified income[31] - Property management revenue reached RMB 5.127 billion, a year-on-year increase of 51.8%, with net profit rising by 53.7% to RMB 1.231 billion[40] - Environmental business revenue grew by 146.1% to RMB 1.51 billion, with operating profit increasing by 69.6% to RMB 335 million[41] - Commercial business revenue, including hotel operations and rental income, was RMB 974 million, a 7.0% increase from the previous year[43] Land Reserves and Acquisitions - The total land reserve is estimated at 39.7 million square meters across 75 cities[4] - The company has a land reserve of approximately 39.7 million square meters across 75 cities, with 21% of this reserve located in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area[39] - The average land cost for new projects was RMB 4,334 per square meter, with a total land cost of RMB 47.2 billion for new land acquisitions[51] - The group added 42 new projects across various cities, expanding its national footprint[51] Corporate Governance and Management - The company has a strong leadership team with over 27 years of experience in real estate development and management, including key executives like Ms. Lu Qianfang and Mr. Chen Zhuoxiong[143][144] - The company has a robust risk management framework, with Mr. Huang Fengchao serving as the chairman of the risk management committee[144] - The company has established a risk management system and internal control system to ensure effectiveness[151] - The board has adopted its own corporate governance policy to provide guidance on the application of governance principles[151] Investor Relations - The company was included in the research coverage of 21 investment banks and securities research institutions, achieving the highest research coverage rate in the domestic real estate industry[140] - The company actively communicated its operational updates through regular announcements, press releases, and website updates to maintain high transparency[140] - The company has established connections with over 4,000 investors and analysts, enhancing its engagement with the investment community[140] Market Expansion and Future Outlook - The group predicts that sales and revenue for Q1 2020 will be impacted due to the psychological effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, despite local government measures to stabilize the real estate market[82] - The company aims to leverage investor feedback as a reference for formulating future development strategies[140] - The company is positioned for future growth with a strategic focus on project development and risk management[145]

Revenue and Profitability - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was RMB 27,114 million, representing a 12.0% increase from RMB 24,206 million in 2018[24] - Profit for the period increased by 37.7% to RMB 5,894 million, with a net profit margin of 21.7%, up 4.0 percentage points from 17.7%[24] - Profit attributable to shareholders rose by 35.1% to RMB 5,077 million, with basic earnings per share increasing to RMB 1.308 from RMB 0.968[24] - The group's revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was RMB 27.114 billion, an increase of 12.0% year-on-year[27] - Net profit rose 37.7% to RMB 5.894 billion, with a net profit margin increasing by 4.0 percentage points to 21.7%[27] - The group's revenue for the review period was RMB 27.114 billion, an increase of 12.0% compared to RMB 24.206 billion in the same period of 2018[36] - The group reported a profit before tax of RMB 10,201,252 thousand, compared to RMB 9,669,639 thousand in the first half of 2018, indicating a growth of about 5.5%[104] - The group’s profit for the period was RMB 5,893,691 thousand, compared to RMB 4,280,341 thousand in the first half of 2018, representing a year-on-year increase of about 35.5%[105] Gross Profit and Margins - Gross profit decreased to RMB 8,220 million, down 31.6% from RMB 12,018 million, with a gross margin of 30.3%, a decline of 19.3 percentage points[24] - Gross profit was RMB 8.220 billion, down 31.6% year-on-year, with a gross margin of 30.3%, a decrease of 19.3 percentage points[27] - The group's gross profit decreased to RMB 8.22 billion, down 31.6% from RMB 12.02 billion in 2018, with a gross margin of 30.3%, down 19.3 percentage points from 49.6%[45] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of June 30, 2019, were RMB 250,562 million, an increase of 8.7% from RMB 230,446 million at the end of 2018[25] - Total liabilities rose to RMB 186,600,822 thousand, compared to RMB 175,464,854 thousand in the previous year, indicating an increase in financial obligations[68] - The total liabilities of the group as of June 30, 2019, were RMB 186,600,822 thousand, compared to RMB 175,464,854 thousand at the end of 2018, reflecting an increase of approximately 6.4%[109] - The group reported total assets of RMB 250.562 billion as of June 30, 2019, an increase from RMB 230.446 billion as of December 31, 2018[66] Cash and Cash Equivalents - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to RMB 33,204 million, down 7.2% from RMB 35,776 million[25] - The company’s cash and cash equivalents were RMB 33,204 billion as of June 30, 2019, compared to RMB 35,776 billion as of December 31, 2018[66] - Cash and cash equivalents were reported at RMB 33,204,267,000 as of June 30, 2019, down from RMB 35,776,231,000 as of December 31, 2018, representing a decline of about 7%[140] Dividends - The company declared an interim dividend of 60.0 HKD cents per share, up 20.0% from 50.0 HKD cents in the previous year[24] - The interim dividend declared for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was HKD 0.60 per share, totaling approximately HKD 2,350,229,000 (equivalent to RMB 2,110,764,000), compared to RMB 1,705,463,000 for the same period in 2018[177] Investment and Development - The confirmed sales revenue from property development was RMB 24.685 billion, up 9.5% year-on-year, with property development revenue accounting for 91.0% of total revenue[27] - The cumulative pre-sale amount for real estate projects was RMB 58.2 billion, achieving 52% of the annual pre-sale target, with an average pre-sale price of RMB 14,340 per square meter[27] - The group added 28 new quality projects with a total planned construction area of 6.92 million square meters, with land costs averaging RMB 4,200 per square meter[28] - The group plans to continue developing quality real estate projects and expanding its managed area, with confidence in future business growth[65] Borrowings and Debt - Total borrowings increased to RMB 93,567 million, with a total debt to total assets ratio of 37.3%, down from 38.4%[25] - The total borrowings amounted to RMB 93.567 billion as of June 30, 2019, compared to RMB 88.529 billion at the end of 2018[56] - The group’s total borrowings amounted to RMB 93,566,744,000, an increase from RMB 75,308,031,000 as of December 31, 2018, representing a year-on-year growth of approximately 24.2%[154] Other Income and Expenses - Other net income surged to RMB 4.722 billion, a 14-fold increase from RMB 314 million in 2018, primarily due to the sale of a 34% stake in a project company[46] - The company reported a significant increase in other income, amounting to RMB 4,721,982 thousand, compared to RMB 314,344 thousand in the previous year[69] - The total income tax expense for the first half of 2019 was RMB 4,307,561, down from RMB 5,389,298 in the same period of 2018[168] Employee and Administrative Expenses - The group had 24,523 employees as of June 30, 2019, with employee benefit expenses amounting to RMB 2.159 billion, up from RMB 1.413 billion in the same period of 2018[64] - Administrative expenses rose to RMB 1.391 billion, a 36.6% increase from RMB 1.018 billion in 2018, mainly due to increased hiring for business expansion[49] - Employee benefit expenses, including director remuneration, totaled RMB 2,158,765 for the first half of 2019, compared to RMB 1,412,552 in the same period of 2018[163] Financial Instruments and Fair Value - The fair value of financial assets measured at fair value through profit or loss decreased to RMB 2,607,169,000 as of June 30, 2019, from RMB 3,232,031,000 at the end of 2018[130] - The fair value changes of equity investments (after tax) resulted in a loss of RMB 25,588 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2019[72] - The valuation techniques for determining fair value include market quotes for similar instruments and discounted cash flow analysis[98] Taxation - The effective corporate income tax rate for certain subsidiaries in China was reduced to 15% due to their qualification as high-tech enterprises, compared to the standard rate of 25%[170] - The company applied a 5% withholding tax rate for certain direct holding companies in Hong Kong, benefiting from the tax treaty arrangements between China and Hong Kong[172] Guarantees and Commitments - The guarantees provided for mortgage financing to buyers amounted to RMB 41,086,222,000 as of June 30, 2019, down from RMB 44,775,365,000 at the end of 2018, representing a decrease of approximately 6%[186] - The total amount of contracted but unprovided liabilities was RMB 47,780,397,000 as of June 30, 2019, compared to RMB 37,238,593,000 at the end of 2018, indicating an increase of approximately 28%[190]

Revenue and Profitability - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was RMB 27,114 million, representing a 12.0% increase from RMB 24,206 million in 2018[24] - Profit for the period increased by 37.7% to RMB 5,894 million, with a net profit margin of 21.7%, up 4.0 percentage points from 17.7%[24] - Profit attributable to shareholders rose by 35.1% to RMB 5,077 million, with basic earnings per share increasing to RMB 1.308 from RMB 0.968[24] - The group's revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was RMB 27.114 billion, an increase of 12.0% year-on-year[27] - Net profit rose 37.7% to RMB 5.894 billion, with a net profit margin of 21.7%, up 4.0 percentage points year-on-year[27] - The company's revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was RMB 27,114,425, an increase of 12% from RMB 24,205,780 in the same period of 2018[69] - The company reported a profit attributable to shareholders for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was RMB 5,076,668,000, representing a 35% increase from RMB 3,758,948,000 for the same period in 2018[176] Gross Profit and Margins - Gross profit decreased to RMB 8,220 million, down 31.6% from RMB 12,018 million, with a gross margin of 30.3%, down 19.3 percentage points from 49.6%[24] - Gross profit was RMB 8.220 billion, down 31.6% year-on-year, with a gross margin of 30.3%, a decrease of 19.3 percentage points[27] - The group's gross profit decreased to RMB 8.22 billion, down 31.6% from RMB 12.02 billion in 2018, with a gross margin of 30.3%, down 19.3 percentage points from 49.6%[45] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of June 30, 2019, were RMB 250,562 million, an increase of 8.7% from RMB 230,446 million at the end of 2018[25] - Total liabilities increased to RMB 186,600,822 from RMB 175,464,854, indicating a rise of approximately 6%[68] - The total assets of the group as of June 30, 2019, amounted to RMB 250,562,241 thousand, up from RMB 230,445,787 thousand at the end of 2018, marking an increase of approximately 8.7%[109] - The total liabilities related to property, plant, and equipment were RMB 229,053,000 as of December 31, 2018, with no liabilities reported as of June 30, 2019[188] Cash Flow and Liquidity - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to RMB 33,204 million, down 7.2% from RMB 35,776 million[25] - The net cash flow used in operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was RMB (11,840,480) thousand, compared to RMB (6,993,669) thousand for the same period in 2018, indicating a significant increase in cash outflow[74] - The total cash and cash equivalents as of June 30, 2019, amounted to RMB 33,204,267 thousand, compared to RMB 18,172,878 thousand at the end of the same period in 2018, indicating a substantial increase in liquidity[75] - The cash balance in RMB decreased significantly from RMB 33,061,738,000 as of December 31, 2018, to RMB 24,954,466,000 as of June 30, 2019, a drop of around 24%[140] Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The company declared an interim dividend of 60.0 HKD cents per share, a 20.0% increase from 50.0 HKD cents in the previous year[24] - The interim dividend declared for the six months ended June 30, 2019, was HKD 0.60 per share, totaling approximately RMB 2,110,764,000, compared to RMB 1,705,463,000 for the same period in 2018, indicating a 24% increase[177] Debt and Financing - Total borrowings to total assets ratio improved to 37.3%, down from 38.4%[25] - The net debt to total equity ratio increased to 81.3%, up from 79.1%[25] - The total borrowings amounted to RMB 93.567 billion as of June 30, 2019, compared to RMB 88.529 billion at the end of 2018[56] - The company reported a significant increase in cash received from joint ventures, amounting to RMB 7,130,853 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2019, compared to RMB 970,657 thousand in the same period of 2018[74] Operational Performance - The cumulative pre-sale amount for real estate projects was RMB 58.2 billion, achieving 52% of the annual pre-sale target, with an average pre-sale price of RMB 14,340 per square meter[27] - The group added 28 new quality projects with a total planned construction area of 6.92 million square meters, with land costs averaging RMB 4,200 per square meter[28] - Property management revenue increased by 63.9% to RMB 2.241 billion, with net profit rising 62.9% to RMB 541 million[29] - The construction business covered 78 cities and undertook over 300 projects, providing services to more than 30 real estate clients[30] Market Position and Strategy - The group plans to enhance internal management and optimize operational models to strengthen its market position[34] - The group aims to continue diversifying its business while consolidating its real estate advantages in response to market conditions[34] - The company continues to expand its operations through strategic partnerships and joint ventures, reflecting a commitment to growth[199] Taxation and Compliance - The effective corporate income tax rate for certain subsidiaries in China was reduced to 15% due to high-tech enterprise certification, compared to the standard rate of 25%[170] - The company applied a 5% withholding tax rate for certain direct holding companies in Hong Kong, benefiting from tax treaty arrangements[172] Joint Ventures and Associates - The company has multiple joint ventures and associates, including Guangzhou Huadu Yazhan Real Estate Development Co., Ltd. and Changsha Shangcheng Real Estate Co., Ltd.[199] - The company maintains a diverse portfolio of joint ventures across various regions, enhancing its market presence[199] Financial Instruments and Valuation - The fair value change of derivative financial instruments resulted in a gain of RMB 174,100 for the six months ended June 30, 2019, compared to a loss of RMB 184,153 for the same period in 2018[162] - The valuation techniques for Level 3 instruments primarily include discounted cash flow analysis, with significant inputs derived from market data and expected cash flows[100]