Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2021, increased significantly by 873.2% to HKD 274 million, compared to HKD 28 million for the same period in 2020[24]. - The gross profit for the same period rose to HKD 22.2 million, up from HKD 3.4 million in 2020[24]. - The share of net profit from joint ventures increased dramatically to HKD 741.1 million, compared to a net loss of HKD 0.1 million in the previous year[24]. - The company recorded a net profit attributable to shareholders of HKD 558.8 million, reversing from a net loss of HKD 302 million in the same period last year[25]. - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2021, was HKD 274,341,000, a significant increase from HKD 28,189,000 in the same period of 2020, representing a growth of 871%[109]. - Gross profit from hotel operations and property income was HKD 22,216,000, compared to HKD 3,419,000 in the previous year, marking a growth of 549%[109]. - The company reported a profit of HKD 559,007,000 for the period, a turnaround from a loss of HKD 302,622,000 in the same period last year[111]. - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the period were HKD 0.58, compared to a loss per share of HKD 0.32 in the previous year[109]. - Total comprehensive income for the period amounted to HKD 560,270,000, a significant improvement from a total comprehensive loss of HKD 233,038,000 in the previous year[111]. Dividends and Shareholder Information - The board declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.10 per share, compared to no dividend in the previous year[26]. - The board declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.10 per share, payable to shareholders on January 7, 2022[60]. - The company suspended share transfer registration from December 15 to December 16, 2021, to determine shareholders' entitlement to the interim dividend[61]. - As of September 30, 2021, the total shares held by directors and senior management amounted to 58,400,000, representing 6.08% of the total issued shares[63]. - Zhang Han-jie holds 48,800,000 shares, while Zhang Zhi-jie and Chen Yao-lin hold 2,850,000 and 4,075,781 shares respectively[63]. - The new share option scheme was approved on September 10, 2021, replacing the 2012 share option scheme, which is now terminated[68]. - The total number of share options granted under the 2012 scheme was 47,820,000, with a significant portion still unexercised as of September 30, 2021[70]. - The company has a total of 25,890,000 share options outstanding as of April 1, 2021, with 5,990,000 held by employees[74]. - The company’s total share options held by other participants, including advisors and former directors, amounted to 6,800,000[76]. - The new share option plan is effective for a period of 10 years from September 10, 2021, to September 9, 2031[68]. - A total of 16,660,000 stock options were granted under the new stock option plan, with 16,320,000 options accepted by the grantees[79]. - The exercise price for each stock option is HKD 1.03, with options exercisable from April 1, 2022, to September 30, 2025[79]. - As of September 30, 2021, major shareholders hold a total of 518,948,012 shares, representing 54.04% of the issued shares[86]. - Dr. Chen Guoqiang holds 191,588,814 shares (19.95%) and has control over an additional 76,186,279 shares (7.94%) through corporate interests[86]. Assets and Liabilities - The total assets as of September 30, 2021, amounted to HKD 9,171 million, reflecting the company's strong financial position[21]. - Total bank borrowings amounted to HKD 1,608,000,000, with a net asset liability ratio decreasing to 0.36 from 0.68 as of March 31, 2021[48]. - The company has an unused bank credit facility of HKD 268,200,000 available for property construction and operational needs[50]. - As of September 30, 2021, total non-current assets amounted to HKD 4,845,684, an increase from HKD 4,048,725 as of March 31, 2021, representing a growth of approximately 19.7%[114]. - The company's cash and bank balances significantly increased to HKD 1,470,060 from HKD 298,322, marking a rise of approximately 392.3%[114]. - Current liabilities rose to HKD 3,515,882 from HKD 2,904,883, indicating an increase of about 21.1%[114]. - The net current asset position improved to HKD 86 compared to a net current liability of HKD 354,161, reflecting a turnaround in financial health[114]. - The equity attributable to owners of the company increased to HKD 4,047,357 from HKD 3,491,146, showing a growth of approximately 15.9%[116]. - The company reported a significant increase in receivables from joint ventures, rising to HKD 930,397 from HKD 434,075, which is an increase of about 114.3%[114]. - The group’s total liabilities increased to HKD 4,081,138,000 as of September 30, 2021, compared to HKD 3,106,996,000 as of March 31, 2021[142]. Operational Highlights - The company continues to adapt its business model in response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, maintaining stable local housing demand[24]. - The property and hotel revenue from joint ventures and associates was HKD 1,735 million, significantly higher than HKD 98 million in the previous year[18]. - The company aims to enhance its operational flexibility to achieve substantial returns despite strict land development regulations and a low-interest environment[24]. - The property segment recorded a profit of HKD 832,000,000, compared to a loss of HKD 138,300,000 in the same period last year[27]. - The luxury residential project in Macau contributed significantly with sales amounting to HKD 756,300,000, a substantial increase from HKD 6,000,000 in the previous year[28]. - In Hong Kong, the sale of 34 units from the Haipo project generated revenue of HKD 256,000,000 during the period[29]. - The group completed the acquisition of multiple units in To Kwa Wan, planning for residential redevelopment, enhancing cash flow with a sale of HKD 318,300,000 from another project[29]. - The rental rate for the Dapiao International Center in Guangzhou remained above 90%, expected to continue generating reasonable rental income[33]. - The Vancouver property market showed strong performance, with ongoing applications for development and construction permits for a residential redevelopment project[34]. Investment and Acquisitions - The company incurred an expected credit loss provision of HKD 159 million related to the deposit for the acquisition of 45.76% interest in Powa Group[24]. - The group has withdrawn from the acquisition agreement for a 45.76% stake in Poly Development, seeking a refund of the deposit paid[45]. - The company reported a loss of HKD 159,000,000 due to a 100% impairment rate on deposits as of September 30, 2021[46]. - The group increased its stake in the Shanghai Renaissance Hotel from 9.5% to 24.5% to capitalize on potential capital appreciation[36]. - The group acquired an additional 18% stake in More Cash for HKD 110 million, increasing its ownership to 60%[172]. - The group’s effective ownership in Jiangnan Property increased from 31.5% to 45% following the acquisition of More Cash[172]. - The group’s investment in Premier Maker increased to 49% after acquiring an additional 30% stake for HKD 95 million[184]. - The identifiable assets acquired from More Cash amounted to HKD 569.4 million, with non-controlling interests of HKD 227.8 million deducted[175]. - The group confirmed a loss of HKD 159,000,000 related to a deposit for the acquisition of a 45.76% stake in Paul Y. Engineering Group Limited, which was subsequently canceled due to a creditor's action[189]. Credit and Financial Management - The financing segment reported a profit of HKD 39,900,000, a significant turnaround from a loss of HKD 70,900,000 in the previous year, aided by a reversal of expected credit loss provisions[43]. - The securities investment segment's loss decreased to HKD 2,300,000 from HKD 8,500,000, reflecting a reduction in unrealized losses due to market price declines[42]. - The company reported a financial loss of HKD 44,539,000, down from HKD 55,723,000 in the previous year, indicating improved financial management[109]. - The group recorded a tax expense of HKD (1,277,000) for the six months ended September 30, 2021, compared to HKD 31,703,000 in the previous year[149]. - The group recognized an expected credit loss provision of HKD 26,484,000 for other receivables, a decrease from HKD 80,880,000 in the same period last year[195]. - The group’s expected credit loss provision for loans was HKD 525,786,000 as of September 30, 2021, compared to HKD 645,286,000 as of March 31, 2021[191]. Corporate Governance - The company is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements[97]. - The company has adopted a standard code for securities trading by directors, ensuring compliance with corporate governance standards[99].
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