Financial Performance - The company reported revenue of HKD 22,460,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, a decrease of 45.3% compared to HKD 41,344,000 for the same period in 2023[5]. - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 5,515,000, significantly up from HKD 999,000 in the previous year, representing a gross margin improvement[5]. - The operating profit before tax was HKD 8,681,000, compared to a loss of HKD 4,983,000 in the prior year, indicating a turnaround in profitability[5]. - The net profit attributable to the owners of the company was HKD 6,191,000, compared to a loss of HKD 4,935,000 in the same period last year[8]. - Total comprehensive income for the period was HKD 6,673,000, recovering from a loss of HKD 6,038,000 in the previous year[5]. - The adjusted profit before tax for the group was HKD 8,681 million, compared to a loss of HKD 4,983 million in the previous period[36]. - The company reported a loss before tax of HKD 14,253 million for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a profit of HKD 40,486 million in the same period of 2023[50]. - The company recognized miscellaneous income of HKD 19,169 million for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 8,649 million in the same period of 2023, representing an increase of approximately 121.0%[46]. Assets and Liabilities - The company's total assets as of September 30, 2024, were HKD 27,695,000, down from HKD 42,378,000 as of March 31, 2024[10]. - Current liabilities decreased to HKD 33,405,000 from HKD 44,547,000, reflecting improved liquidity management[10]. - The group reported an equity deficit of approximately HKD 5.7 million as of September 30, 2024, down from HKD 12.4 million as of March 31, 2024[24]. - The company’s total liabilities as of September 30, 2024, were HKD 33,405 million, compared to HKD 54,762 million as of March 31, 2023, indicating a reduction of approximately 39.0%[39]. - As of September 30, 2024, the group's current liabilities exceeded its current assets by approximately HKD 9.7 million, compared to HKD 18.3 million as of March 31, 2024[24]. Cash Flow and Financial Management - The company reported cash and cash equivalents of HKD 3,101,000 as of September 30, 2024, down from HKD 9,728,000[10]. - The company believes it will have sufficient working capital to meet its financial obligations based on cash flow forecasts until April 30, 2025[27]. - The group has taken measures to alleviate cash flow pressure, including evaluating business performance and simplifying loss-making subsidiaries[25]. - The company has adopted a prudent financial management approach to monitor liquidity and ensure the ability to meet any funding requirements[111]. - The company has taken measures to improve its liquidity and financial position, as noted in the independent auditor's report regarding significant uncertainties related to its ability to continue as a going concern[123]. Revenue Segmentation - Revenue from external customers for the hotel and catering services segment was HKD 14,490 million, while the security, property management, and human resources segment generated HKD 7,547 million[36]. - Revenue from hotel and catering services was approximately HKD 7,547,000, accounting for 33.6% of total revenue for the period[92]. - Revenue from security, property management, and human resources services decreased by approximately HKD 26,500,000 or 64.6% to HKD 14,490,000 due to a slowdown in China's economic growth[95]. Operational Strategies - The company plans to focus on market expansion and new product development to drive future growth[5]. - The company plans to enhance transparency and showcase a better corporate image to existing and potential clients, focusing on hotel management and asset management[90]. - The company aims to provide distressed consulting services, including debt restructuring and asset securitization, leveraging its extensive asset management experience[92]. - The group is actively exploring profitable new business opportunities and continues to enhance operational management to improve efficiency[27]. Employee and Management Information - Total employee costs for the six months ended September 30, 2024, were approximately HKD 22,300,000, a decrease from approximately HKD 53,800,000 for the same period in 2023[118]. - The company had 637 employees as of September 30, 2024, down from 925 employees as of March 31, 2024[118]. - The company’s management compensation for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 1,543,000, down from HKD 2,910,000 in the previous year[81]. Compliance and Governance - As of September 30, 2024, the company has complied with the GEM Listing Rules regarding corporate governance, except for a deviation from Rule C.2.1, which states that the roles of Chairman and CEO should be separate[125]. - The company has established an audit committee in accordance with GEM Listing Rules[131]. Miscellaneous - The company did not declare any interim dividends for the six months ended September 30, 2024, consistent with the previous year[109]. - The company has no capital commitments as of September 30, 2024, remaining unchanged from March 31, 2024[115]. - There were no significant investments or capital asset plans as of September 30, 2024, and March 31, 2024[117].
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