Financial Performance - Total revenue for the fiscal year increased by approximately 12.8% to HKD 954,100,000, with a profit attributable to shareholders of about HKD 39,000,000[5] - The group successfully turned a loss into profit, significantly improving profitability after excluding a one-time gain of HKD 84,200,000 from property sales in the previous year[5] - The group's revenue for the year was approximately HKD 954,100,000, an increase of about 12.8% compared to HKD 845,800,000 for the previous year[22] - The group recorded a profit attributable to shareholders of approximately HKD 39,000,000, significantly improving from the previous year's performance when a one-time gain of HKD 84,200,000 was recorded from property sales[22] - The group's gross profit for the year was approximately HKD 708,000,000, an increase of 15.1% from HKD 615,000,000 in the previous year[24] - The group's profit for the year was approximately HKD 33,000,000, a decrease from HKD 55,900,000 in 2023, primarily due to the sale of certain properties[34] Revenue and Growth Strategies - The total restaurant revenue in Hong Kong for Q1 2024 rose to HKD 28.204 billion, an increase of approximately 2.8% from Q4 2023[12] - The group is planning to expand its retail network, including reopening restaurants in key tourist areas such as Central and Tsim Sha Tsui in Hong Kong[8] - The group is expanding its presence in Macau and Singapore, with plans to open new locations for its brand "Jian Xin Hao Shanghai Sheng Jian Huang"[8] - The group is optimistic about future growth opportunities as local governments plan promotional activities to stimulate consumption and attract tourists[8] - The company provided a positive outlook for the next fiscal year, projecting a revenue growth of 10% to 12%[44] - New product launches are expected to contribute an additional HKD 200 million in revenue, with a focus on expanding the menu offerings[44] - Market expansion plans include opening 10 new locations in key urban areas, targeting a 25% increase in market share[44] Operational Efficiency and Cost Management - The group aims to enhance operational efficiency by developing its own Point of Sale (POS) system to improve automation and control costs[8] - Management is taking decisive measures to control costs and review regular expenses to maintain profit margins[39] - The cost of goods sold for the year was approximately HKD 246,100,000, representing an increase of about 6.6% from HKD 230,800,000 in the previous year, with the cost as a percentage of revenue decreasing to 25.8% from 27.3%[23] - Employee costs for the year were approximately HKD 314,800,000, an increase of about 6.4% from HKD 295,800,000 in the previous year, attributed to the increase in revenue[25] - Other operating expenses rose by approximately 7.3% to about HKD 151,300,000, accounting for 15.9% of the group's revenue[30] Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has maintained compliance with the corporate governance code since January 2022, emphasizing high integrity and transparency to enhance shareholder value[60] - The board of directors held six meetings during the year, with attendance rates for executive directors averaging 83.33% and for independent non-executive directors at 100%[68] - The chairman and the CEO roles are separated, ensuring effective leadership and management oversight within the company[69] - The company has established mechanisms to ensure independent viewpoints are communicated to the board, enhancing decision-making effectiveness[66] - The audit committee is chaired by an independent non-executive director, ensuring oversight of financial reporting and compliance[60] - The company has a robust internal control and risk management system in place, which is regularly monitored by the board[63] Shareholder Communication and Dividends - The company emphasizes the importance of maintaining transparent and effective communication with shareholders to build investor confidence and attract new investors[122] - The board has reviewed the implementation and effectiveness of the shareholder communication policy, ensuring timely publication of corporate communications and direct interaction with shareholders[124] - The company has adopted a dividend policy proposing to distribute no less than 30% of net profit as dividends, subject to business performance and other factors[130] - The company declared a special dividend of HKD 0.04 per share for the fiscal year 2023, which was paid in cash on July 21, 2023[143] - The total dividend for the year, including the interim dividend, amounts to HKD 0.035 per share, with no dividends declared in 2023[144] Risk Management and Internal Controls - The risk management framework is based on a "three lines of defense" model, with clear roles and responsibilities defined at various levels[109] - The internal audit team conducts regular audits of financial, operational, and compliance controls, reporting directly to the audit committee[112] - The company has established a structured risk management process that includes risk identification, assessment, response, monitoring, and reporting[113] - The audit committee reviewed the effectiveness of the risk management and internal control systems, finding them to be effective and adequate[114] Workforce and Diversity - As of March 31, 2024, the company has a workforce of 2,104 employees, comprising 964 males (45.8%) and 1,140 females (54.2%)[84] - The company aims to enhance workforce diversity by recruiting more employees of different genders and ages, with a review planned for Q1 2025[84] - The Nomination Committee will continue to review the board diversity policy to ensure its ongoing effectiveness[86] Shareholder Structure and Major Shareholders - As of March 31, 2024, Mr. Li holds 770,092,000 shares, representing 54.57% of the issued shares[167] - Major shareholders include Ms. Chen, who holds 770,092,000 shares (54.57%), and Mr. He, who, along with others, holds 878,956,000 shares (62.28%)[169] - The board of directors includes Mr. Li as the chairman and Mr. Li Kunlun as the CEO, with a total of six directors[162] Strategic Initiatives and Future Plans - The company plans to assess the adequacy of its internal audit and financial reporting functions, including resources and training[103] - The company will continue to monitor compliance with relevant laws and regulations as part of its corporate governance practices[103] - The company is exploring potential acquisitions to diversify its portfolio and strengthen its market position[44]
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