Financial Performance - For the year ended June 30, 2019, the Group recorded revenue of approximately HK$108.94 million, a slight decrease of approximately 0.08% compared to HK$109.03 million in 2018[26]. - Loss attributable to owners of the Company for the year amounted to approximately HK$77.44 million, significantly higher than the loss of approximately HK$8.25 million in 2018, primarily due to a loss from the change in fair value of financial assets[26]. - The Group's other income, gains, and losses recorded a net gain of approximately HK$0.41 million, a significant decrease from approximately HK$55.89 million last year[104]. - The Group recorded a loss of approximately HK$19.83 million due to changes in the fair value of financial assets at FVPL during the year[65]. - The Group's gearing ratio increased to 14.03% as of June 30, 2019, compared to 8.74% in the previous year[134]. Revenue Breakdown - The secondary tutoring services segment generated revenue of approximately HK$53.88 million, representing a decrease of approximately 24.79% compared to the previous year[34]. - Revenue from secondary tutoring services dropped to approximately HK$53.88 million, a decrease of approximately 24.79% from HK$71.64 million last year[101]. - Revenue from English language training and test preparation courses decreased to approximately HK$9.23 million, down approximately 17.91% from HK$11.24 million last year[101]. - Revenue from primary tutoring services, skill courses, and test preparation courses increased to approximately HK$24.26 million, representing an increase of approximately 23.32% compared to HK$19.67 million last year[102]. - Revenue from dance tuition services reached approximately HK$17.57 million, a significant increase from approximately HK$2.44 million recorded in the previous year[50]. Student Enrolment Trends - The number of course enrolments for regular courses decreased from 95,000 in 2018 to 65,000 in 2019, while intensive courses increased from 10,000 to 12,000[37]. - The Group's English language training and test preparation courses generated revenue of approximately HK$9.23 million, down approximately 17.91% from HK$11.24 million in the previous year, with course enrolments decreasing from approximately 6,700 to 5,500[45]. - Primary tutoring services saw an increase in course enrolments from approximately 14,400 in 2018 to 17,000 in 2019, contributing to a revenue increase from approximately HK$4.51 million to HK$5.70 million, representing a growth of approximately 26.50%[47]. Competitive Environment - The Group faced a highly competitive operating environment, with a decline in the number of students attending the HKDSE, leading to the lowest recorded applications since its inception in 2012[24]. - The Group aims to maintain experienced teaching teams and improve overall teaching quality to navigate the tough business environment expected in the educational services industry[32]. - The Group is adopting new marketing strategies to enhance its brand image and attract more students, thereby increasing overall market competitiveness[34]. - The Group aims to enhance its brand image and attract more students through new marketing strategies in response to the competitive market environment[35]. - The Group operates in a highly competitive environment, with a decrease in student numbers and an increase in small tutoring centers affecting market share[193]. Investment and Financial Assets - As of June 30, 2019, the fair value of financial assets at FVPL was approximately HK$65,980,000, representing 25.98% of the Group's audited total assets[62]. - The Group actively allocated more resources to securities investment, acquiring listed securities from 17 companies and disposing of 12 during the year[52]. - The Group's total investment cost for financial assets at FVPL was HK$166,839,000 as of June 30, 2019[62]. - The economic instability and external factors have weakened the stock market in Hong Kong, impacting the Group's investment performance[65]. - The Group's diversification strategy in securities investment aims to mitigate risks associated with market volatility[52]. Operational Strategies - The Group is exploring potential cooperative business relationships to capture emerging growth opportunities and sustain solid business operations[32]. - The Group will allocate internal resources to diversify and expand sales channels for English language training and test preparation courses[45]. - The Group plans to explore new potential franchisees to capture greater market share in the primary tutoring segment[47]. - The management team will seek potential education-related business partners for collaboration to diversify within the education sector and generate greater income[125]. - The Group aims to enhance its competitive advantage by maintaining a high-quality teaching team and a strong brand image[193]. Staffing and Costs - Staff costs increased by approximately HK$10.15 million or approximately 24.66% compared to the last financial year, mainly due to the inclusion of staff salaries for dance tuition services[110]. - Tutor contractor fees decreased by approximately HK$5.37 million or approximately 19.38% compared to the last financial year, in line with the decline in revenue from secondary tutoring services[111]. - Operating lease payments increased by approximately HK$8.38 million or approximately 24.92% compared to the previous year, primarily due to the inclusion of rental payments for dance tuition services[115]. - Marketing expenses decreased by approximately HK$6.44 million or approximately 55.02% compared to the last financial year, mainly due to reduced media placement and marketing activities[116]. - The Group's other operating expenses decreased by approximately HK$4.37 million or about 11.29% compared to the previous year, mainly due to reduced legal and professional fees and the absence of a write-off of receivables recorded in the previous fiscal year[120]. Risks and Challenges - The Group faces sourcing risk as it relies on tutors for quality tutoring services, which may impact business if contracts are not renewed[188]. - Business interruption risk is significant as the Group rents education centers, and failure to renew leases could adversely affect operations[192]. - Intellectual property rights protection is crucial, with potential litigation risks impacting financial position and brand image if laws are violated[194]. - Financial risk management objectives and policies are outlined in Note 6 of the consolidated financial statements[195]. - The Group will continue to seek new quality tutors to reduce revenue concentration from existing high-fee tutors[188].
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