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安域亚洲(00645) - 2020 - 中期财报
ARES ASIAARES ASIA(HK:00645)2019-12-13 09:20

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2019, was $57.202 million, a decrease of 54% compared to $124.289 million in the same period of 2018[5] - Gross profit for the same period was $0.907 million, slightly down from $0.928 million year-over-year[5] - Operating profit increased to $0.296 million from $0.085 million in the previous year, indicating a significant improvement in operational efficiency[5] - The company reported a loss before tax of $0.092 million, an improvement from a loss of $0.377 million in the prior year[5] - The basic and diluted loss per share improved to $0.03 from $0.11 year-over-year, reflecting better performance despite ongoing losses[5] - Total revenue from external customers for the six months ended September 30, 2019, was $57,202,000, a decrease from $124,289,000 for the same period in 2018, representing a decline of approximately 54%[30] - The pre-tax loss for the six months ended September 30, 2019, was $92,000, compared to a loss of $377,000 for the same period in 2018, showing an improvement in financial performance[37] - Basic loss per share for the six months ended September 30, 2019, was $0.00027, compared to $0.0011 for the same period in 2018, reflecting a reduction in losses per share[37] - The company recorded a net loss attributable to shareholders of approximately $75.60% reduction compared to the same period in 2018, mainly due to improved gross margin despite decreased sales volume[60] Cash Flow and Liquidity - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $2.665 million from $3.848 million at the beginning of the period, reflecting cash flow challenges[10] - As of September 30, 2019, the company had cash and bank balances of approximately $2.67 million, down from $3.85 million as of March 31, 2019[63] - The company had discounted notes receivable of $31.66 million as of September 30, 2019, compared to $2.96 million as of March 31, 2019[65] - Trade receivables increased significantly to $42.390 million from $22.276 million, indicating potential issues with cash collection[7] - As of September 30, 2019, trade receivables amounted to $40,208,000, an increase from $20,501,000 as of March 31, 2019, indicating a rise in outstanding receivables[40] - Total liabilities increased to $38.040 million from $18.823 million, raising concerns about the company's financial leverage[7] - The debt-to-equity ratio was approximately 530% as of September 30, 2019, compared to 258% as of March 31, 2019[65] Operational Strategy - The company plans to focus on operational improvements and cost management strategies to enhance future profitability[5] - The company operates in a single business segment, which is coal trading, and continues to focus on this core area for revenue generation[28] - The company will continue to focus on improving gross margins in coal trading and managing business risks amid an unstable business environment[62] - The company has engaged in long-term coal supply agreements with suppliers, ensuring a steady supply of coal for its trading operations[42] - The company has no coal inventory policy, relying on supplier relationships to meet customer demands[57] Accounting and Reporting - The unaudited interim financial statements for the six months ended September 30, 2019, were prepared in accordance with the applicable disclosure provisions of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange Listing Rules[11] - The Group adopted the new Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standard No. 16 on leases, which introduces a single accounting model for lessees, requiring the recognition of right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for all leases[15] - The interim financial statements were prepared using the same accounting policies as those adopted in the annual financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2019, except for the new standards adopted[14] - The cumulative impact of the first-time application of HKFRS 16 was recognized as an adjustment to the opening balance of equity as of April 1, 2019[15] - The Group's accounting policies for leases did not change significantly except for the adoption of HKFRS 16, which replaced HKAS 17[14] - The Group will continue to account for previously classified operating leases under HKAS 17, while contracts assessed as non-lease service arrangements will remain unrecognized[17] - The new definition of leases under HKFRS 16 is based on the concept of control over the identified asset's use[16] - The Group's right-of-use assets will be measured at cost, which includes the initial amount of lease liabilities and any lease payments made before the commencement date[20] - The interim financial statements do not constitute the Group's statutory annual consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2019[11] Corporate Governance - The company has complied with the corporate governance code, except for the separation of roles between the chairman and CEO, which are held by the same individual[86] - The company has adopted the standard code of conduct for securities transactions by directors and confirmed compliance during the review period[88] - The audit committee consists of three independent non-executive directors: Mr. Yan Xinghan (Chairman), Mr. Yang Jianbang, and Mr. Zhang Zhenxi[89] - The audit committee has reviewed the accounting principles and practices adopted by the group, discussing internal controls and financial reporting matters, including the review of interim financial statements[89] Employee and Management Information - The company’s management reported a total remuneration of $138,000 for key management personnel for the six months ending September 30, 2019, compared to $47,000 in the previous year[55] - The group employed a total of 9 full-time employees in Hong Kong as of September 30, 2019, maintaining a competitive and fair compensation policy[84] Shareholder Information - The maximum number of share options that can be granted under the share option plan shall not exceed 10% of the issued share capital as of the date of shareholder approval[73] - As of September 30, 2019, the total number of issued shares was 340,616,934, allowing for a maximum of 34,061,693 shares to be issued under the share option plan, which represents 10% of the issued shares[74] - The total number of shares available for issuance under the share option plan is 32,561,693, equivalent to 9.52% of the total issued shares as of the mid-term report date[74] - No share options were granted, lapsed, or cancelled during the six months ended September 30, 2019[77] - Reignwood International Holdings Company Limited holds 182,459,527 shares, representing 53.33% of the issued share capital as of September 30, 2019[80] - The company had no arrangements that would grant directors or senior management rights to acquire shares or securities during the review period[78]