Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the unaudited revenue was approximately HKD 300,003,000, a decrease of 7.5% from HKD 324,344,000 in the same period last year[4] - The unaudited net loss attributable to the owners of the company for the same period was approximately HKD 109,833,000, compared to a net profit of HKD 820,452,000 in the previous year, representing a significant decline[4] - Gross profit for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 101,355,000, down from HKD 141,990,000 in the prior year, indicating a decrease of 28.5%[7] - The total comprehensive loss for the period was HKD 148,998,000, compared to a comprehensive income of HKD 538,754,000 in the same period last year[9] - The basic loss per share for the period was HKD (0.01), compared to earnings per share of HKD 0.08 in the previous year[7] - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the group recorded an unaudited EBITDA of approximately HKD 221,341,000, compared to HKD 280,695,000 for the same period in 2023, representing a decrease of about 21%[23] - The group reported a cash flow from operating activities of HKD 218,057,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 286,389,000 for the same period in 2023, indicating a decrease of approximately 23.8%[50] - The group recorded a debt restructuring gain of approximately HKD 992.70 million for the six months ended September 30, 2023, with no such gains recognized for the subsequent period[145] - The adjusted EBITDA before financial costs and taxes was HKD 30,782,000, down from HKD 1,104,311,000, indicating a substantial decrease[84] Assets and Liabilities - As of September 30, 2024, total assets amounted to HKD 6,324,506,000, slightly up from HKD 6,300,592,000 in the previous year[11] - The company reported a total liability of HKD 19,345,488,000 as of September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 19,065,661,000 in the previous year, indicating an increase of 1.5%[12] - The company has outstanding borrowings of approximately HKD 9,421,468,000, which were classified as current liabilities due to the inability to repay on time[18] - The company reported a net current liability of HKD 18,772,250,000 as of September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 18,528,461,000 in the previous year[12] - Current assets as of September 30, 2024, totaled HKD 569,796,000, an increase from HKD 533,325,000 as of March 31, 2024[29] - The company reported a total of HKD 5,396,512,000 in other payables as of September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 5,257,854,000 as of March 31, 2024[101] - The company’s net debt position was approximately HKD 13,020.98 million, up from HKD 12,765.07 million as of March 31, 2024[150] - The total outstanding borrowings amounted to approximately HKD 9,421.47 million as of September 30, 2024, representing about 48.70% of the total liabilities[152] Financing and Restructuring - The group is actively seeking new financing channels to improve its liquidity situation and operational funding[37] - The restructuring plan for the group's major operating subsidiary was approved by the court on September 26, 2023, and is currently being implemented[35] - The group is actively negotiating with multiple banks and creditors to complete debt restructuring, which is crucial for maintaining operational liquidity[53] - The group aims to raise new funds to ensure sufficient working capital for the next twelve months following the approval of the financial statements[55] - The debt restructuring plan was approved by the court on September 26, 2023, and became effective on the same date[167] - The group is negotiating with creditors regarding the potential suspension or rearrangement of debt repayments, with no agreements reached as of the report date[174] - The company is considering terminating the proposed sale of a 71% stake in Junxing due to immediate funding needs and the ongoing economic slowdown in China[181] - The company is actively seeking alternative buyers for the 71% stake in Junxing to repay outstanding debts and loans[181] Revenue Sources - Revenue from toll roads and related operations for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 300,003,000, down from HKD 324,344,000 in the same period of 2023, indicating a decline of approximately 7.5%[43] - The toll revenue from the Zhunxing Expressway for the six months ended September 30, 2024, is approximately HKD 300.00 million, a decrease of about 7.50% compared to HKD 324.34 million for the same period last year[129] - The average daily toll revenue for the Zhunxing Expressway for the six months ended September 30, 2024, is reported in RMB millions, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 6.79%[128] - The grass and agricultural products business recorded no sales revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, due to a significant decline in local precipitation affecting production since 2019[139] - The company generated rental income of approximately HKD 512,000 from operating leases for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 516,000 for the same period in 2023[116] Legal and Regulatory Issues - The company is facing legal claims involving construction costs and retention money amounting to approximately RMB 100 million, with a court ruling requiring payment of about RMB 30 million[122] - The company has provided personal guarantees for Bonds A and B by its former executive director, who resigned on October 28, 2021[115] - The company had received a court order to return a total of RMB 2,235,050,000, part of which will be used to repay bank loans and for operational funding[96] Management and Governance - The company’s management team received total compensation of HKD 733,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, slightly down from HKD 738,000 in the same period of 2023[120] - The board has implemented measures to improve the company's liquidity position, although these measures were not yet completed as of the report date[156] - The board will assess the company's ability to continue as a going concern based on cash flow forecasts covering at least the next twelve months[192] - The company employs approximately 350 staff in Hong Kong and China, with compensation policies linked to performance[194] Market Conditions - The overall business environment remains challenging due to China's economic slowdown and regulatory risks, impacting financial performance[182] - The company is exploring various funding channels, including rights issues and asset sales, to meet short-term financial obligations[184]
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