Financial Performance - For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020, the company reported a loss attributable to equity holders of HKD 705.1 million, compared to a profit of HKD 1,226.6 million in 2019, resulting in a loss per share of HKD 0.4216[16]. - The company's revenue for the fiscal year was HKD 599 million, a slight decrease from HKD 619.2 million in 2019, with property sales revenue contributing HKD 42.4 million, down from HKD 71.5 million in the previous year[17]. - The gross profit margin for the year was maintained at 70.8%, with a gross profit of HKD 424.3 million, compared to HKD 442.9 million in 2019[18]. - The company has decided not to recommend a final dividend for the year ending March 31, 2020, due to the uncertain business environment, compared to a dividend of HKD 0.065 per share in 2019[22]. - The interim dividend for the current fiscal year is HKD 0.015 per share, down from HKD 0.035 per share in 2019, resulting in a total dividend payout of HKD 25,100,000 for the year, compared to HKD 167,300,000 in 2019[22]. - Chuang's China Investments Limited recorded a loss attributable to equity holders of HKD 192,400,000 for the year ended March 31, 2020, compared to a profit of HKD 167,800,000 in 2019, with revenue of HKD 177,500,000[70]. Property Sales and Developments - The pre-sale of residential units at The Esplanade in Tuen Mun has been successful, with 364 out of 371 units sold, generating total sales of approximately HKD 1.6415 billion[14]. - The company successfully sold a UK investment property for approximately GBP 94.2 million (about HKD 909.2 million), with expected net cash proceeds of around GBP 45.6 million (approximately HKD 440 million) by the end of August 2020[13]. - The company is actively monitoring the progress of the compulsory acquisition of properties on Kiang Su Street, expected to be completed by the fiscal year ending March 31, 2021[10]. - The construction of the Mongolian Sáv Plaza project has reached the final stages, with internal and external decoration nearing completion[13]. - The company is exploring the possibility of developing additional housing units on the Po Shan Road joint venture project, with marketing efforts already underway[10]. - The Hong Kong development project "Xianhai" has performed satisfactorily, with most residential units pre-sold at an average price close to HKD 17,000 per square foot[24]. - The project covers approximately 3,600 square feet and plans to construct a mixed-use building with a total floor area of about 36,000 square feet, with strong demand for office properties in the nearby area[60]. - The property at 28 and 30 Po Shan Road has a land area of approximately 10,000 square feet and is expected to develop into two semi-detached luxury houses with a total floor area of about 40,662 square feet and an independent mansion with a total floor area of about 45,379 square feet[62]. - The project in Mong Kok is expected to provide a total residential floor area of approximately 112,200 square feet and a commercial floor area of about 22,400 square feet, with an estimated total sales of approximately HKD 2,200,000,000, of which the company's share is about HKD 900,000,000[64]. - The Greenview Garden project is planned to have a total floor area of approximately 91,000 square meters, with the first phase involving a mixed-use building of about 17,340 square meters already completed[68]. Rental Income and Property Management - Rental income from the property at 30-32 Connaught Road Central was approximately HKD 51,800,000 for the year, with rental subsidies provided to several tenants due to current market conditions[27]. - The property at 219 Nathan Road generated rental income of about HKD 49,700,000, with rental subsidies also extended to affected tenants[30]. - The property at 165 Yuanzhou Street generated rental income of approximately HKD 8,200,000, with plans for redevelopment approved to enhance its value[32]. - The company is continuing to monitor and optimize its tenant mix to enhance rental income across its properties[30]. - The company is considering requests for rent reductions from tenants, including those from the hotel and Atour S Hotel, due to the challenging operating environment[80]. Hotel and Resort Performance - Total revenue from the hotel segment was approximately HKD 50.7 million, a decrease of 53.7% from HKD 109.2 million in 2019[43]. - Room revenue decreased to HKD 41 million, down from HKD 98.9 million in 2019, reflecting a significant decline in demand[43]. - Average room rate dropped to approximately HKD 600, down from HKD 800 in 2019, indicating a 25% decrease[43]. - Average occupancy rate fell to about 43%, down from 86% in 2019, representing a decline of 50%[43]. - The resort in Cebu, Philippines, reported total revenue of approximately HKD 34.9 million, a slight decrease from HKD 35.3 million in 2019[47]. - The average room rate at the Cebu resort increased by approximately 8.5% to about PHP 3,560, while the average occupancy rate decreased by 8% to around 72%[47]. - The group plans to increase the number of rooms at the Cebu resort to 200, indicating a focus on future expansion[48]. - The group is exploring the possibility of converting part of the hotel into office space to diversify income sources[44]. - The group has implemented various cost-reduction measures while maintaining service levels to mitigate adverse impacts from the pandemic[44]. Investment and Financial Strategy - The company plans to expand its investment property portfolio to increase recurring and stable income[97]. - The group plans to adjust its business model for New Nylon to reduce reliance on in-store shopping and focus on online business development[150]. - The group will closely monitor the performance of its investment portfolio in light of the uncertain political and economic environment and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic[152]. - The group reported a total bond market value of $425.01 million from Mingfa Group International Company Limited, with a significant loss of $41.20 million recorded[154]. - The overall bond investment strategy reflects a focus on high-yield bonds, with several issuers offering interest rates above 6%[158]. - The group aims to focus on business expansion in Hong Kong despite short-term uncertainties due to the ongoing US-China trade war and COVID-19 pandemic[170]. - The group plans to closely monitor the progress of selling UK investment properties and the completion of contracts related to specific projects[171]. Corporate Governance and Management - The company is committed to corporate governance, with a dedicated committee overseeing its practices[190]. - The company has a strong financial background, with executive directors possessing extensive experience in finance and corporate governance[191][192]. - The company has a diverse board with members holding various positions in industry associations and committees[190]. - The independent non-executive directors have extensive experience in various sectors, including finance, property investment, and hotel management, with some having over 42 years of industry experience[199][200]. - The company emphasizes the importance of financial and operational oversight through its audit committee, which includes members with extensive accounting experience[199]. - The board includes members with international experience, contributing to a global perspective on business strategies and market expansion[200]. - The company is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance through the expertise of its board members[196]. - The diverse backgrounds of the board members support the company's strategic decision-making and risk management processes[199].
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