Financial Performance - The total comprehensive expenses for the period amounted to HKD 12,994,000, a decrease from HKD 20,715,000 in the same period of 2022[23]. - The group reported a loss of HKD 8,128,000 for the period, compared to a loss of HKD 6,909,000 in the previous year[23]. - The company reported a loss attributable to shareholders of HKD 6,381,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 5,733,000 for the same period in 2022, indicating an increase in loss of approximately 11.3%[31]. - The company reported a basic loss per share of HKD 0.35, compared to HKD 0.32 in the same period last year[107]. - The company recorded a loss before tax of HKD 8,128,000, compared to a loss of HKD 6,936,000 in the prior year[92]. - The group reported a comprehensive loss of HKD 12,994,000 for the period ending June 30, 2023[190]. Revenue and Profitability - Revenue from the development and provision of electronic device solutions was HKD 32,300,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, down from HKD 40,691,000 in the same period of 2022, representing a decline of approximately 20.5%[41]. - Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 32,300,000, compared to HKD 78,512,000 for the same period in 2022, reflecting a decrease of approximately 58.9%[41]. - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 2,265,000, down 19% from HKD 2,795,000 in the previous year[107]. - The electronic device solutions segment recorded revenue of HKD 32,300,000, down from HKD 40,691,000 in the same period last year, with a segment loss of HKD 3,381,000 compared to a loss of HKD 2,267,000 in the previous year[110]. Assets and Liabilities - As of June 30, 2023, the group's current assets amounted to HKD 318,221,000, a decrease from HKD 340,255,000 as of December 31, 2022[6]. - The group's cash and bank balances were HKD 86,832,000 as of June 30, 2023, down from HKD 93,878,000 as of December 31, 2022[6]. - As of June 30, 2023, total assets amounted to HKD 365,891 thousand, a decrease of 3.4% from HKD 379,715 thousand as of December 31, 2022[189]. - Current liabilities decreased to HKD 35,839 thousand, down 23.5% from HKD 46,783 thousand[189]. - The asset-liability ratio as of June 30, 2023, was maintained at a low level of 0.7%, compared to 2.0% as of December 31, 2022[161]. Employee and Operational Costs - Employee costs for the period were HKD 11,128,000, an increase from HKD 10,520,000 for the same period in 2022[12]. - The group has approximately 177 employees as of June 30, 2023, down from about 214 as of December 31, 2022[12]. - Operating loss for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 8,015,000, compared to an operating loss of HKD 6,811,000 in the previous year[146]. Cash Flow and Financing - Operating cash flow used was HKD (4,806) thousand, compared to HKD (1,600) thousand in the previous year, indicating a significant increase in cash outflow[191]. - Cash flow from financing activities resulted in a net cash outflow of HKD (2,551) thousand, compared to HKD (656) thousand in the prior year, reflecting increased financing costs[191]. - The total decrease in cash and cash equivalents was HKD (7,199) thousand, compared to a decrease of HKD (5,700) thousand in the previous year[191]. Investments and Future Plans - The group believes that the investment in Zhejiang Energy Jinjiang is attractive and will provide sustainable returns to shareholders[4]. - The company is considering multiple feasibility studies for property development in Australia[106]. - The company is actively exploring other development strategies and proposals within the current planning scope to expedite the approval process for its property development in Australia[113]. - The group is in discussions with potential operators regarding healthcare and medical facilities, with development approval expected within 12 to 18 months[156][157]. Governance and Compliance - The company has adopted the Corporate Governance Code and confirmed compliance with its provisions during the six months ended June 30, 2023[82]. - The board approved the unaudited interim financial report on August 25, 2023, which has been reviewed by the auditors[83].
海亮国际(02336) - 2023 - 中期财报