Financial Performance - The Group reported an unaudited consolidated loss attributable to shareholders of approximately HK$64,552,000 for the six months ended 30 September 2020, compared to a consolidated loss of approximately HK$12,369,000 for the same period in 2019[12]. - Basic and diluted loss per share for the Period was approximately 6.93 HK cents, slightly improved from 7.44 HK cents in the 2019 Period[13]. - The company reported a loss before taxation of HK$66,091,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2020, compared to a loss of HK$12,503,000 in the prior year[181]. - The company reported a loss attributable to owners of HK$64,552,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2020, compared to a loss of HK$12,369,000 in the same period of 2019, indicating a significant increase in losses[183]. - The total comprehensive expense for the period included significant losses, emphasizing the need for strategic adjustments[187]. Revenue and Income - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2020, was HK$41,357,000, compared to HK$39,950,000 for the same period in 2019, representing an increase of approximately 3.5%[181]. - Rental income decreased to HK$22,664,000 from HK$23,899,000, a decline of about 5.2% year-over-year[181]. - Management fee income increased to HK$7,344,000, up from HK$5,993,000, reflecting a growth of approximately 22.5%[181]. - The Group's total rental and management fee income increased by approximately 0.4% to approximately HK$30,008,000 for the period[43]. Assets and Liabilities - As of September 30, 2020, the Group's total assets amounted to approximately HK$4,679,276,000, an increase from approximately HK$4,602,993,000 as of March 31, 2020[70]. - The total carrying amount of residential, commercial, and industrial units in Hong Kong was approximately HK$778,799,000 as of September 30, 2020[44]. - The Group's total carrying amount of factory premises and dormitories in Huzhou City, PRC, was approximately HK$347,896,000 as of September 30, 2020[50]. - The Group's current ratio remained stable at approximately 5.9 as of September 30, 2020[71]. - The Group's total bank borrowings as of September 30, 2020, were approximately HK$1,537,813,000, compared to approximately HK$1,431,740,000 as of March 31, 2020[71]. Investment Activities - The Group's investment strategy includes securities investment and loan financing, complementing its core property businesses[18]. - The Group recorded a fair value loss in securities investments of approximately HK$4,625,000, an improvement from approximately HK$6,992,000 in the previous period[55]. - The Group's investment in equity securities listed in Hong Kong was approximately HK$35,478,000 as of September 30, 2020, down from approximately HK$39,606,000 as of March 31, 2020[60]. - The Group will continue to maintain a diversified investment portfolio to minimize financial risks and closely monitor the performance of its investments[61]. Property Development and Redevelopment - The Group's core businesses include property development and property investment, with significant projects ongoing during the Period[18]. - The Matheson Street project, expected to complete in February 2022, will provide a gross floor area of approximately 42,778 square feet[20]. - The Wing Cheong Factory Building redevelopment project is expected to complete in December 2023, maximizing the usage of the site area of approximately 5,483 square feet[28]. - The Group continues to focus on property redevelopment, particularly in acquiring old buildings for renewal and redevelopment[19]. Financial Management and Governance - The Group's audit committee has reviewed the interim results, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting[11]. - The Company has complied with the Corporate Governance Code, except for the dual role of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer held by Mr. Kwong Jimmy Cheung Tim[145]. - The Company does not have an internal audit function, but the Board reviewed the effectiveness of the internal control system and identified areas for improvement[149]. - The Group's business operations and governance are deemed sufficient to ensure a balance of power and functions, despite the dual role of the Chairman and CEO[146]. Employee and Director Remuneration - The Group had 59 employees as of September 30, 2020, with staff costs amounting to approximately HK$11,366,000 for the period, an increase from approximately HK$10,627,000 in the previous period[162]. - The remuneration for independent non-executive Directors was increased from HK$140,000 per annum to HK$150,000 per annum effective April 1, 2020[155]. - Mr. Lai Law Kau was appointed as an executive Director with an annual remuneration of HK$480,000, and Mr. Kwong Jimmy Cheung Tim's remuneration was changed to HK$600,000 per annum[152]. Future Outlook - The Group remains cautiously optimistic about the prospects of the property and securities market in Hong Kong despite global economic uncertainties[118]. - The Board will exercise utmost caution in identifying investment and divestment opportunities to positively impact the Group's operating and financial results in the foreseeable future[119].
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