Financial Performance - The group's consolidated revenue decreased by 24.36% to HKD 492 million for the six months ended September 30, 2019, compared to HKD 650 million in the same period of 2018[6]. - The group recorded a loss attributable to owners of approximately HKD 9 million, compared to a profit of HKD 45 million in the previous year, resulting in a loss per share of HKD 0.03[6]. - The gross profit margin and net profit margin declined to 18.77% and -1.71%, respectively, due to rising labor costs and intensified market competition[7]. - Total revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2019, was HKD 491,724,000, a decrease of 24.4% from HKD 650,086,000 in the same period of 2018[39]. - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 92,277,000, down 34.4% from HKD 140,825,000 year-on-year[39]. - The company reported a loss before tax of HKD 6,752,000 compared to a profit of HKD 52,450,000 in the previous year[39]. - Net loss attributable to owners of the company was HKD 8,592,000, a significant decline from a profit of HKD 44,583,000 in the prior period[41]. - Total comprehensive loss for the period was HKD 11,303,000, contrasting with a total comprehensive income of HKD 36,070,000 in the previous year[39]. - The company reported a net loss of HKD 8,592 thousand for the period, compared to a profit of HKD 44,583 thousand in the previous period[46]. Revenue Breakdown - The revenue from the original design manufacturing (ODM) business decreased by 17.56% to HKD 385 million, influenced by economic and political events, particularly the US-China trade tensions[8]. - Revenue from the brand eyewear distribution business decreased by 6.80% to HKD 96 million, accounting for 20% of the group's total revenue, primarily due to reduced demand in the Chinese market[10]. - The brand contact lens business saw a significant decline of 89.87% in revenue to HKD 8 million, impacted by the economic environment and consumer sentiment[11]. - Revenue from Hong Kong increased to HKD 24,387,000, up 8.1% from HKD 22,573,000 in 2018, while revenue from China decreased to HKD 49,264,000, down 7.9% from HKD 52,978,000[106]. - Revenue from Japan significantly decreased to HKD 22,532,000, down 75.8% from HKD 91,207,000, and revenue from Italy decreased to HKD 172,075,000, down 30% from HKD 245,484,000[106]. Cash and Assets - The group maintained a healthy cash position with cash and bank balances of HKD 324 million as of September 30, 2019, and a debt-to-equity ratio of 4.97%[13]. - Current assets totaled HKD 703,230 thousand, a decrease from HKD 734,526 thousand, reflecting a decline of about 4.3%[43]. - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were HKD 323,693 thousand, down from HKD 358,768 thousand, representing a decrease of approximately 9.7%[47]. - The company raised new bank borrowings of HKD 48,116 thousand during the period[47]. - The total liabilities increased to HKD 270,174 thousand from HKD 256,712 thousand, reflecting an increase of about 5.3%[43]. - The company’s inventory as of September 30, 2019, was HKD 126,426 thousand, compared to HKD 115,602 thousand as of March 31, 2019, indicating an increase of approximately 9.9%[43]. Operational Adjustments - The group is actively adjusting its production facilities to respond to market trends, particularly in metal and plastic eyewear frames[8]. - The company plans to streamline operations to improve efficiency and will enhance order analysis and technical research to adopt the most cost-effective production methods[21]. - The company is establishing new production facilities outside of South China to mitigate rising labor costs and ensure stable labor supply[21]. - The company will continue to invest in automation and assets that enhance long-term competitiveness despite prudent spending controls[21]. Dividends and Shareholder Information - The company declared an interim special dividend of HKD 0.015 per share despite a significant decline in profitability due to challenging business conditions[14]. - The company declared a final dividend of HKD 0.10 per share, totaling approximately HKD 26,278,000, compared to HKD 31,534,000 for the same period in 2018[118]. - The company declared an interim special dividend of HKD 0.015 per share for the six months ended September 30, 2019, compared to an interim dividend of HKD 0.045 and an interim special dividend of HKD 0.015 in the previous year[141]. - As of September 30, 2019, the company directors and key executives hold a total of 143,033,828 shares, representing 54.43% of the company's issued share capital[147]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company maintains a strong commitment to corporate governance, adhering to the relevant rules and codes[24]. - The company has adopted a policy for board diversity, considering various factors such as gender, age, and industry experience in selecting board candidates[29]. Financial Reporting Standards - The company has adopted new and revised Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards, effective from April 1, 2019, which did not have a significant impact on the financial position and performance during the reporting period[51]. - The application of HKFRS 16 "Leases" has replaced HKAS 17 and has led to changes in accounting policies regarding lease definitions and recognition[53]. - The company recognizes right-of-use assets at the lease commencement date, measured at cost, which includes initial lease liability and any direct costs incurred[59]. - The company will account for lease modifications as separate leases if they expand the scope of the lease by adding the right to use one or more assets[68].
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