Financial Performance - The company reported a significant increase in revenue, achieving a total of 1.32 billion[8]. - New product launches are expected to contribute an additional 50 million in research and development for new technologies aimed at enhancing user experience[8]. - A new marketing strategy has been implemented, focusing on digital channels, which is anticipated to increase customer engagement by 30%[8]. Property and Hotel Operations - The group's core business includes property development and investment, as well as hotel ownership and operation, with hotel revenue net increasing despite intense market competition[21]. - The hotel business in Hong Kong showed stable operational performance, with net hotel revenue increasing by approximately 10.1% compared to 2023, resulting in a total gross profit of HKD 687,800,000, up about 5.4% from HKD 652,300,000 in 2023[33]. - The average hotel occupancy rate in Hong Kong for 2024 was 85.0%, an increase of 3.0 percentage points from 2023, while the average room rate decreased by 4.3%, leading to a 0.8% decline in average revenue per available room (RevPAR)[36]. - The newly developed hotel, Regal Airport Hotel, achieved a satisfactory operational performance with an average occupancy rate of 59.1%, up 17.0 percentage points from 42.1% in 2023, despite a 6.8% drop in average room rates[37]. - The group continues to engage in securities brokerage and lending through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, enhancing its financial service offerings[26]. Market Conditions and Economic Environment - The total transaction volume of residential properties in Hong Kong increased by over 20% compared to 2023, driven by a low comparison base, although property prices continued to stabilize[29]. - The luxury residential market remains relatively stable due to limited supply, with the Hong Kong government optimizing the "New Capital Investor Entry Scheme" to stimulate high-end market transactions[29]. - The overall sales progress of office and commercial units has been relatively slow due to decreased demand, but the market in Chengdu is gradually recovering following government stimulus policies[128]. - The Hong Kong economy is gradually recovering, with expectations of further support measures from the central government, which may benefit the real estate sector[53]. Shareholder and Corporate Governance - The board of directors has approved a dividend payout of $0.50 per share, reflecting a commitment to returning value to shareholders[8]. - The company has invested in directors' liability insurance to provide adequate protection for its directors[161]. - The board of directors has disclosed their shareholdings in compliance with the Securities and Futures Ordinance and the Listing Rules[162]. - The company continues to maintain transparency regarding the shareholdings of its directors and senior management[162]. Asset Management and Investments - The adjusted net asset value per share is estimated at HKD 3.03 based on the market valuation of hotel properties as of December 31, 2024[23]. - The group holds approximately 62.3% equity in Paliburg Holdings Limited, which operates the core property and hotel businesses[24]. - The group is actively selling non-core assets to strengthen liquidity in response to the challenging economic environment and high interest rates[54]. - The company has multiple subsidiaries where Mr. Luo Xurui holds 100% of the shares, including 8D International (BVI) Limited and Century Digital Communications (BVI) Limited[167]. Development Projects - The company plans to sell unsold residential units from the Queens project, which has 130 units, in the second quarter of this year[48]. - The project at 83 Shun Ning Road, Sham Shui Po, has a total floor area of 7,159 square meters and consists of 157 residential units, with all units sold as of 2018[111]. - The luxury residential project at 23 Li Ping Road, Sha Tin, has a total floor area of approximately 32,474 square meters and has won eight international awards, including the Best Luxury Residential Project in Hong Kong in 2021[112]. - The hotel project at 2 Yau Ma Tei Street, Mong Kok, has a total floor area of approximately 6,529 square meters and opened in March 2019, currently operated by P&R[114].
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