Revenue and Financial Performance - The group experienced a revenue increase from diversified travel products and services in China, offsetting a 14.19% decline in revenue from Hong Kong over the two-year period[12]. - The diversified travel products and services business recorded a revenue increase of approximately HKD 147.49 million, rising from about HKD 248.34 million for the year ended December 31, 2018, to approximately HKD 395.83 million for the current year[25]. - The group's total revenue for the year reached approximately HKD 476.00 million, an increase of about 91.67% compared to HKD 248.34 million for the year ended December 31, 2018[33]. - Revenue from the diversified travel products and services segment accounted for approximately 83.16% of total revenue, increasing by about 59.39% from approximately HKD 248.34 million to HKD 395.83 million[34]. - The gross profit for the year was approximately HKD 49.13 million, a significant increase of about 176.17% from HKD 17.79 million for the year ended December 31, 2018[37]. - The gross profit margin for the year was approximately 10.32%, up from 7.16% for the year ended December 31, 2018[37]. - The group recorded a loss from continuing operations of approximately HKD 22.92 million, a reduction of about 59.83% compared to HKD 57.06 million for the year ended December 31, 2018[38]. - The comprehensive development business generated a profit of approximately HKD 28.50 million, compared to a loss of about HKD 0.06 million for the year ended December 31, 2018[27]. Business Expansion and Acquisitions - The group expanded its business scope through the establishment of a ticket wholesale business in China, which is expected to be a new source of income[14]. - The group acquired Beijing Jinlv Shidai Travel Agency Co., Ltd., which is authorized to operate diversified travel products and services in China[14]. - The group completed several acquisitions, including Zhangjiakou Dakun Zhifang Real Estate Development Co., Ltd., to expand its tourism-related accommodation business in China[17]. - The company completed the acquisition of a non-wholly owned subsidiary, Jinlv Shidai, which primarily engages in ticket sales and travel-related services in China, contributing to revenue growth[24]. - The company anticipates that the comprehensive development business will continue to grow, with the first phase of development in New Zealand already completed and units sold in the first quarter of 2020[26]. - The acquisition of a 40% stake in Da Kun Zhi Fang has resulted in the company gaining control over it, which has been consolidated into the group's financial statements since March 29, 2019[61]. - The group completed the acquisition of a 51% stake in Jin Lv Shi Dai for approximately RMB 0.41 million (equivalent to about HKD 0.46 million) on November 18, 2019[63]. Financial Services and Divestitures - The financial services segment did not meet the board's expectations, leading to its sale in May 2019 to improve resource allocation[17]. - The company has exited the financial services business, which was not a core operation, and recorded no revenue from this segment in the current year, down from approximately HKD 0.33 million in the previous year[30]. - The sale of 100% equity in Dong Sheng International Financial Holdings Limited was completed on May 15, 2019, for a cash consideration of HKD 15.90 million[64]. - The financial performance of Dong Sheng Jin Kong during the period from January 1, 2019, to May 15, 2019, has been presented as discontinued operations in the group's financial statements[65]. Asset Management and Financial Position - The group's assets included investment properties valued at approximately HKD 159.36 million as of December 31, 2019, compared to none in the previous year[45]. - The group’s other properties, plant, and equipment were valued at approximately HKD 132.17 million as of December 31, 2019, up from HKD 103.58 million in the previous year[45]. - As of December 31, 2019, intangible assets amounted to approximately HKD 7.81 million, a decrease from HKD 18.13 million in 2018, primarily due to the sale of financial services business and acquisition of travel licenses[46]. - Goodwill as of December 31, 2019, was approximately HKD 15.30 million, an increase from HKD 12.99 million in 2018, resulting from the acquisition of Tumen Travel and Jinlv Times[46]. - As of December 31, 2019, equity in joint ventures was approximately HKD 343.52 million, down from HKD 391.25 million in 2018, mainly due to the acquisition of Dakuan Zhifang as a subsidiary[47]. - As of December 31, 2019, inventory was approximately HKD 193.36 million, up from HKD 69.99 million in 2018, primarily due to the acquisition and payment for land in China[50]. - Trade receivables as of December 31, 2019, were approximately HKD 53.88 million, an increase from HKD 25.58 million in 2018, mainly from diversified travel products and services[51]. - Prepayments and other receivables as of December 31, 2019, were approximately HKD 162.21 million, up from HKD 81.68 million in 2018, largely due to prepayments for land in China[51]. - Cash and cash equivalents, along with restricted bank deposits, totaled approximately HKD 120.93 million as of December 31, 2019, a decrease of about 39.74% from HKD 200.67 million in 2018[56]. - Short-term borrowings as of December 31, 2019, were approximately HKD 17.94 million, an increase from HKD 13.23 million in 2018, with long-term borrowings at approximately HKD 109.39 million, which was not present in 2018[54]. - The current ratio as of December 31, 2019, was approximately 1.49, down from 1.79 in 2018, indicating a decrease in liquidity[56]. - The capital-to-debt ratio was approximately 1.35% as of December 31, 2019, calculated based on net debt[56]. - The group has a total capital commitment of approximately HKD 536.39 million for investments in equity securities and property development projects as of December 31, 2019[60]. Market Conditions and Future Outlook - The outbreak of the novel coronavirus in early 2020 has introduced additional uncertainties to the group's operating environment, potentially impacting business and financial conditions[80]. - Management estimates that the pandemic may affect the purchasing willingness and payment ability of several small and medium-sized clients, leading to potential impairment losses on trade receivables and a decline in sales[80]. - The group is closely monitoring the developments of the pandemic and has implemented emergency measures, including discussions with suppliers and clients regarding the postponement of travel-related products and services[80]. - The group has not yet quantified the impact of the pandemic on its performance as of the report date[81]. - Future outlook includes plans for market expansion and potential mergers and acquisitions to strengthen its competitive position[91]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has established a corporate governance framework and regularly reviews its governance practices to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements[177]. - The audit committee reviewed the annual performance and deemed it prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards and regulations[166]. - The independent auditor, KPMG, issued an unqualified opinion on the group's consolidated financial statements for the year[174]. - The company has established a risk management and internal control system to ensure the reliability of financial reporting and compliance with listing rules[190]. - The company has confirmed compliance with corporate governance codes, with some deviations noted[186]. - The board of directors consists of seven members, including the chairman and CEO, ensuring a balance of executive and independent non-executive directors[178]. - The company has established a remuneration committee to review the remuneration policies based on the group's operating performance and market practices[130]. - The company has received annual independence confirmation from all independent non-executive directors, who are still considered independent as of the report date[125]. Employee and Director Information - As of December 31, 2019, the total number of employees was approximately 270, with employee costs amounting to HKD 41.91 million, an increase from HKD 29.68 million in 2018[76]. - The company encourages directors to participate in continuous professional development programs[184]. - New directors receive information covering the company's business and statutory responsibilities of listed company directors[200]. - The company continuously provides reading materials and updates regarding the latest developments in listing rules and applicable regulations to directors[200]. Shareholder Information and Dividends - The board of directors has decided not to recommend any final dividend for the year, consistent with the previous year[107]. - The company is considering future cash needs and available avenues when determining dividend payments[105]. - The total distributable reserves for the company as of December 31, 2019, amounted to approximately HKD 239.34 million, a decrease from HKD 257.36 million in 2018[116]. - The company has not entered into any equity-related agreements beyond those disclosed in the annual report[113].
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