Store Operations and Expansion - As of June 30, 2022, the Group operated 48 stores across 21 cities in China, with a total gross floor area of approximately 3.1 million sq.m., of which 77.9% was attributable to self-owned properties[17] - The Group has expanded into key cities in Southern, Eastern, Southwestern, and Northern China, strengthening its leading position in the retail industry[17] - The Group's coverage of key cities includes major locations such as Shenzhen, Chengdu, and Nanjing, indicating a strategic focus on urban markets[32] - The Group operates a total of 48 stores with a gross floor area of 3,098,399 sq.m. across various regions in China[34] Financial Performance - The financial highlights for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to the same period in 2021, are summarized in the interim report[23] - For the six months ended June 30, 2022, total sales proceeds and rental income amounted to RMB 4,962,488 thousand, a decrease from RMB 5,848,965 thousand in the same period of 2021, representing a decline of approximately 15%[24] - Total operating revenue for the same period was RMB 3,028,567 thousand, down from RMB 3,274,081 thousand year-on-year, indicating a decrease of about 7.5%[24] - The operating profit for the six months was RMB 789,633 thousand, compared to RMB 967,961 thousand in the previous year, reflecting a decline of approximately 18.5%[24] - Profit attributable to owners of the parent for the period was RMB 100,202 thousand, an increase from RMB 74,523 thousand in the prior year, marking a growth of around 34.5%[24] - The Group's earnings per share for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB 1.9 cents, compared to RMB 1.4 cents in the same period of 2021[24] Market Trends and Consumer Behavior - The retail sales of consumer goods in China for the first half of 2022 reached RMB 21.04 trillion, showing a year-on-year decrease of 0.7%[27] - The total retail sales of national 100 key large-scale retail enterprises decreased by 14.1% year-on-year in the first half of 2022, indicating significant challenges in the retail sector[28] - The proportion of online consumption continued to increase, reflecting a shift in consumer behavior towards e-commerce during the pandemic[28] Digital Transformation and Innovation - The Group aims to transform from traditional department store retail to new retail by integrating online and offline advantages, enhancing consumption experiences[18] - The Group has implemented a cloud POS system in offline stores, enhancing operational efficiency and user experience through mobile payment methods and integrated functions[44] - The Group's online business has been upgraded, focusing on digital retail and smart business through marketing apps and social media platforms[46] - The integration of offline store sales with the online marketing APPs has been deepened, enhancing the synchronization of online and offline products[50] - The Group has begun integrating the supermarket business of some offline stores into the online platform to enhance overall operational efficiency[50] Customer Experience and Service Enhancement - The Group has enhanced customer experience by upgrading store facilities, including parking systems and customer service areas[39] - The three-in-one merchant service platform "Xiao Hong Mao" has been optimized to improve merchant service convenience and payment reconciliation timeliness[44] - The Group has focused on high-quality merchant management and deepened store value management systems to improve store performance[37] Financial Management and Liabilities - The Group's interest-bearing liabilities were reduced as of June 30, 2022, contributing to lower financial expenses and improved profitability[55] - As of June 30, 2022, total bank borrowings and corporate bonds amounted to approximately RMB 13,782.0 million, with an interest-bearing gearing ratio of 27.0% and a net interest-bearing debt to equity ratio of 78.6%[87] - The Group recorded a net loss on foreign exchange of approximately RMB 4.0 million during the reporting period, with no exposure to foreign exchange fluctuation risks due to its focus on mainland China[89] Future Outlook and Strategic Plans - The Group plans to enhance service capabilities and optimize store layouts in response to ongoing economic uncertainties and challenges[63] - The Group aims to promote digital upgrades and explore new business growth areas to adapt to the transformation of online and offline consumption formats[63] - The Group is actively promoting the reconstruction of the Maoye Complex (North) in Chengdu and planning for the original Jincheng art palace project[54] - The company plans to focus on market expansion and new product development in the upcoming quarters[198] - Future outlook remains cautious due to market conditions, with a focus on cost management and operational efficiency[198] Corporate Governance and Compliance - The Company has complied with the Corporate Governance Code provisions during the six months ended June 30, 2022, except for the deviation regarding the dual role of Mr. Huang Mao Ru as Chairman and CEO[117] - The Audit Committee reviewed the unaudited interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2022, discussing accounting principles, risk management, and internal control systems[119] - The interim financial information is prepared in accordance with International Accounting Standard 34, with no significant issues identified during the review[136] Shareholder Information - As of June 30, 2022, Mr. Huang Mao Ru holds 100% of the ordinary shares in MOY International Holdings Limited[107] - As of June 30, 2022, Mrs. Huang Jingzhang holds 4,250,000,000 shares, representing approximately 82.68% of the Company's issued share capital[114] - Maoye Department Store Investment Limited and MOY International Holdings Limited each hold 4,200,000,000 shares, representing approximately 81.71% of the Company's issued share capital[114]
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