Revenue Performance - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2020, was HK$103,200,000, an increase of 14.3% compared to HK$89,961,000 for the same period in 2019[9]. - Revenue from external customers for the six months ended September 30, 2020, was HK$103,200,000, an increase from HK$89,961,000 in the same period of 2019[69]. - Total revenue from contracts with customers increased to HK$103,200,000 from HK$89,961,000, representing a growth of 15% year-over-year[72]. - Revenue from the Milk Products Business was recognized at a point in time, while HK$636,000 was recognized over time[54]. - Revenue from the Milk Products Business was approximately HK$75.6 million, with sales of milk powder and baby foods contributing approximately HK$75.0 million[184]. - Revenue from mobile handsets and components decreased to HK$27,574,000 from HK$89,961,000, a decline of 69% year-over-year[72]. - Revenue from the People's Republic of China was HK$41,155,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2020, with no revenue reported in the same period of 2019[69]. Profit and Loss - Gross profit for the period was HK$7,182,000, recovering from a gross loss of HK$8,183,000 in the previous year[9]. - Loss from operations decreased significantly to HK$3,275,000 from HK$24,109,000 in the prior year, indicating improved operational efficiency[9]. - Loss before taxation was HK$3,343,000, a substantial reduction from HK$24,181,000 in the same period last year[9]. - Total loss for the period was HK$3,343,000, down from HK$88,541,000 in the prior year, reflecting a significant improvement[9]. - The company reported a total comprehensive loss of HK$3,319,000, a significant reduction from HK$90,222,000 in the prior year, highlighting operational improvements[11]. - The loss attributable to owners of the Company from continuing operations was HK$3,343,000, a decrease from HK$23,652,000 in the previous year[11]. - The basic loss per share from continuing operations was HK$1.1, compared to HK$7.8 in the previous year, indicating reduced losses per share[16]. - The Group reported a loss of approximately HK$3.3 million for the six months ended 30 September 2020, a decrease of HK$85.2 million compared to a loss of HK$88.5 million in the same period last year[180]. Operational Efficiency - The company has focused on reducing administrative expenses, which decreased to HK$10,731,000 from HK$16,877,000 year-over-year[9]. - Cash generated from operating activities was HK$31,643,000, a recovery from a cash outflow of HK$11,750,000 in the previous year[27]. - The company plans to continue focusing on operational efficiency and cost management to improve financial performance in the future[27]. - The substantial reduction in loss was primarily due to the improved performance of the Milk Products Business and reduced losses from the Mobile Business[180]. Assets and Liabilities - Current assets increased to HK$247,307,000 as of 30 September 2020, up from HK$160,483,000 at 31 March 2020, reflecting improved liquidity[18]. - Cash and bank balances rose significantly to HK$102,508,000 from HK$27,908,000, indicating a strong cash position[18]. - Inventories surged to HK$77,174,000, compared to HK$12,122,000 in the previous period, suggesting increased stock levels[18]. - Trade and other receivables decreased to HK$67,088,000 from HK$119,916,000, indicating improved collection or reduced sales[18]. - Total assets less current liabilities increased to HK$163,350,000 from HK$113,031,000, showing overall asset growth[18]. - The net assets attributable to owners of the Company increased to HK$161,855,000 from HK$111,423,000, reflecting a stronger equity position[20]. - Trade receivables as of September 30, 2020, amounted to HK$17,546,000, a decrease from HK$42,565,000 as of March 31, 2020, indicating a reduction of approximately 58.8%[134]. - Trade payables increased significantly to HK$67,255,000 as of September 30, 2020, from HK$13,209,000 as of March 31, 2020, representing a growth of approximately 408.5%[140]. Business Strategy and Future Outlook - The company is exploring new strategies for market expansion and product development to enhance future performance[8]. - The Group has been exploring business opportunities in other sectors to broaden income sources and enhance overall business performance due to intense competition in the communication technology industry[48]. - The Group's strategy includes focusing on the development of new business lines to improve performance and mitigate risks associated with existing segments[48]. - The company is primarily engaged in trading milk powder and baby foods, as well as providing mobile handset solutions[41]. - The Group's focus remains on the Milk Products Business and the Mobile Business moving forward[183]. Shareholder Information - The Board does not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended 30 September 2020, consistent with the previous year where no dividend was paid[95]. - The total number of ordinary shares issued was 314,360,383, with a total amount equivalent to HK$391,672,000[154]. - On 17 April 2020, 50,000,000 ordinary shares were successfully placed at a price of HK$1.10 per share, raising net proceeds of HK$53,751,000 after expenses[158]. Compliance and Reporting - The condensed consolidated interim financial information was prepared in accordance with IAS 34 and the applicable disclosure provisions of the Listing Rules[41]. - The interim financial information includes a condensed consolidated statement of financial position as of September 30, 2020, and related financial statements for the six-month period then ended[167]. - The review of the interim financial information was conducted in accordance with Hong Kong Standard on Review Engagements 2410, which involves inquiries and analytical procedures[168].
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