Financial Performance - The company reported a significant increase in revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, with a total revenue of HKXXXmillion,representingaYY4.45 billion, an increase of 17% from HK3.79billionin2023[72].−ThecompanyreportedanetprofitmarginofGG264,089,000, compared to a profit of HK68,331,000inthesameperiodof2023,representingasignificantdecline[167].−ThecompanyreportedatotalcomprehensivelossofHK249,422,000 for the period, compared to a comprehensive income of HK75,028,000inthepreviousyear[167].−TheGroup′stotalnetdebtsamountedtoapproximatelyHK2,066.1 million, with total debts of approximately HK3,365.9millionandcashandbankbalancesofapproximatelyHK1,299.8 million as of September 30, 2024[105]. - The gearing ratio of the Group was 0.94 as of September 30, 2024, compared to 0.90 on March 31, 2024, indicating a conservative financial management policy[109]. Strategic Outlook - The company has provided an optimistic outlook for the next fiscal year, projecting a revenue increase of BB% driven by new infrastructure projects and market expansion initiatives[47]. - The company is exploring strategic acquisitions to enhance its market position, targeting potential firms with complementary services in the infrastructure sector[47]. - Market expansion efforts include entering the Southeast Asian market, with an initial investment of HKFFmillionplannedfor2025[47].−TheGroupanticipatesaseriesofplanstoaddressHongKong′seconomy,withafocusonshorteningtheperiodofaccountsreceivablestoimprovecompetitivenessandprofitabilityinthemediumtolongterm[125].−Thegovernmentplanstoliftallresidentialpropertydemandmanagementmeasuresinthefirsthalfof2024,whichisexpectedtoleadtoincreasedmarketactivity[128].OperationalEfficiency−TheGroup′sstrategicplanincludesacost−reductionprogramandenhancingoperationalefficiencythroughabackofficeinShenzhen[74].−TheGroupwillcontinuetoimplementcostreductionprogramsandimproveexecutionefficiencytogeneratebetterresults[125].−TheGroupispreparedforlong−terminvestmentsintalenttrainingandprofessionaltechnologytosupporteconomicrevitalizationplans[140].−TheGroupwillmaintainacautiousapproachtomanageoperationalcostsamidrisinglaborcostsandlaborshortages[129].ResearchandDevelopment−Investmentinnewtechnologieshasincreased,withabudgetallocationofHKCC million for R&D, focusing on sustainable infrastructure solutions[47]. - Mattex Asia Development Limited launched a smart site supervision system to embrace digitalization in project management, diversifying revenue streams[98]. - The Group is committed to developing radiodiagnostic drugs for Alzheimer's disease, aligning with its mission to improve health quality[132]. Employee Development - The management emphasized the importance of employee growth and development, with a training budget increase of HKHHmillionfortheupcomingyear[47].−CityServicesGroupemployedover3,000staffandinvestedmorethan4,000hoursintrainingacrossover100programs,highlightingitscommitmenttotalentdevelopment[92].−TheGrouphadapproximately6,400employeesasofSeptember30,2024,withtotalemployeeremunerationamountingtoapproximatelyHK1,028.0 million[113]. - The Group's employee bonus distribution is based on the performance of respective divisions and individual employees[113]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company has committed to improving its ESG initiatives, aiming for a reduction in carbon emissions by EE% over the next three years[47]. - The Group's efforts in environmental protection have been recognized with multiple awards, including the Gold Award for Outstanding Environmental Management[154]. - The Group contributed over 150 service hours to community service activities during the review period[162]. - The Group's "Harmonious Community Program" involved collaboration with social welfare organizations for various community service initiatives[162]. - The Group implemented carbon audits and established carbon emission benchmarks to promote sustainable operations[158]. Financial Position - Total non-current assets as of September 30, 2024, amounted to HK1,309,090,000,anincreasefromHK1,267,421,000 as of March 31, 2024[170]. - Current assets totaled HK7,643,626,000,aslightdecreasefromHK7,697,487,000 at the end of the previous fiscal year[170]. - Current liabilities decreased to HK4,902,690,000fromHK5,413,758,000, indicating improved liquidity[170]. - Net current assets increased to HK2,740,936,000fromHK2,283,729,000, reflecting a stronger financial position[170]. - Total equity attributable to shareholders decreased to HK2,273,659,000fromHK2,530,569,000, indicating a reduction in shareholder value[172]. Cash Flow - Net cash flows from operating activities for the six months ended September 30, 2024, were HK263,373,000,comparedtoacashoutflowofHK366,288,000 in the same period last year[182]. - The company generated net cash flows from financing activities of HK562,256,000,comparedtoacashoutflowofHK1,601,844,000 in the previous period[184]. - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period stood at HK1,262,509,000,anincreasefromHK1,024,663,000 at the end of the previous period[184].