Financial Performance - Retail segment revenue decreased by approximately 17.5% to about HKD 252.4 million, with a pre-tax segment loss of approximately HKD 22.6 million compared to a loss of HKD 14.7 million in the same period last year[9]. - Manufacturing segment revenue from external customers dropped by about 43.6%, generating approximately HKD 471.3 million in revenue and a pre-tax segment loss of approximately HKD 44.2 million[11]. - The group's revenue decreased by approximately 36.4% from about HKD 1,148.9 million for the six months ended December 31, 2019, to approximately HKD 730.7 million for the six months ended December 31, 2020, primarily due to a decline in demand from brand customers in the manufacturing and retail sectors[24]. - The company reported a total revenue of HKD 924,074,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2020, compared to HKD 1,079,518,000 for the same period in 2019, reflecting a decline[97]. - The company reported a total pre-tax loss of HKD 79,258,000 for the period[119]. - For the six months ended December 31, 2020, the company recorded a loss of approximately HKD 89.9 million, compared to a profit of approximately HKD 42.2 million in the same period of 2019[31]. - The company reported a net cash flow from operating activities of HKD 28,009,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2020, compared to HKD 161,050,000 for the same period in 2019, indicating a significant decrease[101]. - The company’s basic loss per share was HKD (9.13), compared to earnings of HKD 4.79 in the previous year[83]. Cost Management and Optimization - The company has adopted multiple immediate measures to cut costs and preserve operating capital, including reviewing the existing sales point network and improving organizational and cost structures[9]. - Cost optimization remains a key strategy for maintaining substantial returns despite rising labor costs and increasing competition[14]. - The cost of sales decreased by approximately 36.4% from about HKD 813.9 million to approximately HKD 517.5 million, aligning with the revenue decline[24]. - Other expenses increased from approximately HKD 4.8 million to about HKD 60.6 million, mainly due to a net exchange loss of approximately HKD 51.0 million and a fair value loss of approximately HKD 7.4 million on investment properties[27]. Market and Operational Strategies - The company has secured exclusive distribution and operational rights for the global brand Cole Haan in mainland China and Hong Kong, expanding its brand portfolio[9]. - E-commerce development has been strengthened, with most brands available on platforms like Tmall and JD.com, and the establishment of an internal live broadcast sales team[10]. - The company has diversified its market coverage, achieving a more balanced revenue distribution across North America, Europe, and Asia[14]. - The group plans to enhance its manufacturing capabilities and reduce reliance on manual labor by investing in automation[22]. - The group aims to strengthen its product design and development efforts, particularly in the F&J SS20 series, to attract more brand customers[20]. - The group will continue to explore new sales channels and enhance online sales capabilities[19]. Property and Investment Performance - The property investment segment generated revenue of approximately HKD 7.0 million, with a pre-tax loss of about HKD 3.8 million due to a fair value loss of approximately HKD 7.4 million on investment properties[15]. - The group anticipates that its property holdings will continue to provide stable rental income in the upcoming six months[24]. - The fair value of the remaining area of Property 1 was approximately HKD 608.8 million as of December 31, 2020, accounting for about 25.5% of the company's total assets[35]. - The company generated total rental income of approximately HKD 5.9 million from Property 1 for the six months ended December 31, 2020[35]. Financial Position and Liquidity - As of December 31, 2020, the company's cash and cash equivalents were approximately HKD 461.8 million, down from approximately HKD 517.8 million as of June 30, 2020[45]. - The company's asset-liability ratio was approximately 4.4% as of December 31, 2020, compared to 3.9% as of June 30, 2020[45]. - The company’s total liabilities decreased to HKD 515,650 from HKD 520,024, reflecting improved management of current liabilities[90]. - The company’s cash and cash equivalents stood at HKD 461,760, down from HKD 517,822, indicating a reduction in liquidity[88]. - The company’s total liabilities increased, with interest-bearing bank borrowings amounting to HKD 161,472,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2020[103]. Employee and Management Information - The group employed approximately 5,000 employees as of December 31, 2020, and provided various employee benefits and training programs to enhance skills and productivity[53]. - The total remuneration paid to key management personnel for the six months ended December 31, 2020, was HKD 6,238,000[185]. - The company has adopted a share option scheme and a share award scheme to reward employees for their contributions[61]. Dividend and Shareholder Information - The board declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.02 per share for the six months ended December 31, 2020, consistent with the interim dividend of HKD 0.02 per share for the same period in 2019[54]. - The company will suspend shareholder registration from April 8 to April 9, 2021, for the purpose of processing dividend payments[56]. - As of December 31, 2020, the beneficial ownership of the company's shares by directors and key executives included 437.72 million shares (45.34%) held by Mr. Yang Huaqiang and 236.07 million shares (24.45%) held by Mr. Yang Hehui[59]. Risk Management and Future Outlook - The company is closely monitoring the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on its operations and overall economic performance, with ongoing assessments of its financial condition and operational results[186]. - The company is evaluating the effects of pandemic control measures, which may influence its business operations and revenue levels[186]. - The company plans to focus on market expansion and new product development to drive future growth despite the current financial challenges[1].
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