Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the group recorded revenue from electric vehicle sales of approximately HKD 2,200,000, a decrease from HKD 35,600,000 for the same period in 2023[17]. - Gross profit for the same period was approximately HKD 600,000, with a gross margin of 29.7%, compared to a gross margin of 14.3% in the previous year[17]. - The group reported a loss of approximately HKD 41,700,000, significantly reduced from HKD 104,200,000 in the prior year, mainly due to a decrease in fair value losses on financial assets[17]. - Basic and diluted loss per share for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 0.222, compared to HKD 0.535 for the same period in 2023[18]. - The total comprehensive loss for the period was HKD 12,060,000, compared to a loss of HKD 198,075,000 in the previous year, showing an improvement[120]. - The company reported a net loss of HKD 41,692,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a net loss of HKD 104,213,000 in the same period last year[118]. - The company’s equity attributable to owners was HKD 1,236,022,000, down from HKD 1,246,213,000[125]. - The basic and diluted loss per share for the period was HKD 0.222, compared to HKD 0.535 in the previous year[120]. - The total comprehensive loss before tax for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD (41,753) thousand, compared to HKD (104,274) thousand for the same period in 2023, showing a reduction of approximately 60%[160]. Operational Developments - The group has successfully delivered a 12-meter electric bus to a non-governmental organization in Hong Kong, with expectations for more orders in the future[23]. - The group launched the all-electric 19-seat low-floor minibus "APEX-MINI," with the first unit delivered to a local green minibus operator during the reporting period[23]. - The group has developed the "COMET" city bus for emerging markets like the Philippines and India, with over 65 units delivered to date[26]. - The group is exploring new market opportunities in Southeast Asia, including a trial order in Thailand for an electronic conversion kit for local transportation electrification projects[26]. - The group continues to seek business opportunities in the Hong Kong market, believing it can successfully market and sell vehicles while maintaining competitiveness[25]. Financial Position and Assets - Non-current assets totaled HKD 1,250,540,000 as of September 30, 2024, an increase from HKD 1,229,489,000 as of March 31, 2024[122]. - Current assets decreased to HKD 86,804,000 from HKD 121,679,000, reflecting a reduction in liquidity[122]. - Total assets amounted to HKD 1,337,344,000, slightly down from HKD 1,351,168,000[122]. - The company has approximately HKD 5,300,000 in unencumbered cash and bank deposits as of September 30, 2024, down from HKD 13,900,000 as of March 31, 2024[64]. - The company reported a fair value gain of HKD 8,300 thousand on financial assets measured at fair value through profit or loss, compared to a gain of HKD 97,536 thousand in the previous year[130]. Capital and Funding - The company raised approximately HKD 5,830,000 from a rights issue completed in October 2024, with funds allocated for electric vehicle production and operational costs[67]. - The company issued convertible bonds amounting to HKD 5,000,000, with net proceeds of approximately HKD 4,750,000 used for general working capital[66]. - The company plans to raise up to approximately HKD 132.2 million through a rights issue, which was approved by shareholders on August 15, 2024, with 71,927,651 shares to be issued, representing about 5.17% of the total[79]. Legal and Regulatory Matters - The company has been actively communicating with local government officials and the buyer regarding disputes over the sale agreement, which remains unresolved[38]. - An administrative lawsuit has been initiated against the cancellation of land use rights, with a court hearing held on July 26, 2024, and a judgment expected by March 31, 2025[48]. - The company is actively seeking legal advice to address a lawsuit regarding unpaid capital contributions amounting to RMB 21.7 million, with a court ruling requiring the company to complete the payment and repay RMB 1.5 million to the plaintiff[55]. Market and Strategic Outlook - The company anticipates that the electric vehicle business will continue to grow rapidly, contributing a larger share to overall revenue as it diversifies into overseas export markets[72]. - The company is focused on expanding its electric vehicle development and sales, as well as mining and trading of metals and minerals[138]. - The company plans to enhance its market presence through strategic investments and potential acquisitions in the electric vehicle sector[138]. Shareholder and Governance - The company has adopted corporate governance principles as per the listing rules, with a noted deviation regarding the roles of Chairman and CEO being held by the same individual, Zhang Ren[111]. - The company maintains compliance with the Securities and Futures Ordinance regarding the disclosure of interests by directors and major shareholders[106]. - The company’s stock option plans are subject to approval by shareholders at the annual general meeting[89].
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