COVID-19 Impact - The Group's operations were significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, which affected the global economy and public health[23] - The financial performance of the Group has been affected by the COVID-19 outbreak, with ongoing precautionary measures implemented[67] - The financial performance for the year ended March 31, 2021, was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with ongoing preventive measures in place in mainland China and Hong Kong[69] - The management is closely monitoring the developments of the COVID-19 pandemic and assessing its impact on the company's financial condition, cash flow, and performance[69] Revenue and Financial Performance - Total revenue decreased by approximately HK$14.5 million, or 5.7%, from approximately HK$255 million for the year ended 31 March 2020 to approximately HK$240 million for the Year[41] - Revenue from leasing of construction machinery increased by approximately HK$14.2 million, or approximately 13.4%, from approximately HK$106 million for the Previous Year to approximately HK$120 million for the Year, mainly due to business expansion in Shenzhen[41] - Revenue from trading of construction machinery decreased by approximately HK$21.7 million, or approximately 38.9%, from approximately HK$55.8 million for the Previous Year to approximately HK$34.1 million for the Year, attributable to unfavorable market conditions[41] - Revenue from transportation services decreased by approximately HK$6.4 million, or approximately 33.2%, from approximately HK$19.4 million for the Previous Year to approximately HK$13.0 million for the Year, mainly due to unfavorable market conditions[41] - Revenue from property management services increased by approximately HK$7.0 million, or approximately 12.4%, from approximately HK$56.6 million for the Previous Year to approximately HK$63.6 million for the Year, due to increased area under management in Shenzhen[41] - Net profit increased by approximately HK$51.3 million, or approximately 139%, from approximately HK$36.9 million to approximately HK$88.2 million, with net profit margin increasing from approximately 14.5% to approximately 36.7%[47] Business Strategy and Operations - The Group aims to operate conservatively with extremely low debt, focusing on core areas such as Hong Kong and Shenzhen in the Greater Bay Area[24] - The Group has actively consolidated its existing construction machinery leasing and trading businesses while expanding its property management business in the Greater Bay Area[25] - Future strategies include leveraging major shareholders' resources to develop suitable businesses in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, targeting new markets and customers[25] - The Group continues to expand its footprint in the Greater Bay Area, particularly in Shenzhen, despite the long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic still being observed[34] - The Group aims to maintain a conservative operation with low debt levels while focusing on core areas such as Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area[32] - The Group will continue to explore potential business opportunities to bring long-term value to shareholders[34] Cost and Expenses - Cost of sales and services decreased by approximately HK$21.5 million, or approximately 14.1%, from approximately HK$152 million to approximately HK$131 million, mainly due to lower business volume from the trading of construction machinery[44] - Selling expenses increased by approximately HK$1.4 million, or approximately 42.7%, from approximately HK$3.3 million to approximately HK$4.8 million, mainly due to higher incentives paid to sales[44] - Administrative expenses increased by approximately HK$1.1 million, or approximately 3.5%, from approximately HK$31.7 million to approximately HK$32.8 million, in line with the gain in gross profit[47] Governance and Board Structure - The Company has adopted the Corporate Governance Code and complied with applicable code provisions for the Year[109] - The Board consists of executive directors, non-executive directors, and independent non-executive directors, ensuring a diverse composition[117] - The Company has established four Board committees: Audit Committee, Nomination Committee, Remuneration Committee, and Investment Committee[112] - All independent non-executive directors have confirmed their independence according to rule 3.13 of the Listing Rules[124] - The Company emphasizes Board diversity in terms of age, cultural background, professional experience, and skills[123] - Directors are encouraged to participate in continuous professional development to enhance their knowledge and skills[127] Audit and Compliance - The Audit Committee was established on January 23, 2017, and consists of three independent non-executive directors[183] - The Audit Committee reviewed the accuracy and fairness of the annual financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2020, and the interim financial report for the six months ended September 30, 2020[192] - The internal audit plan for the year ended March 31, 2021, was approved along with the internal audit report for the year ended March 31, 2020[192] - The Audit Committee assessed the effectiveness of the internal control system of the Group[192] - The external auditors' independence was reviewed, and recommendations for their re-appointment were made to the Board[192] - The Company complied with the requirements of the Corporate Governance Code and the Listing Rules[193] Future Outlook and Plans - The company provided guidance for the next fiscal year, projecting revenue growth of 10% to 12%[98] - New product launches are expected to contribute an additional $200 million in revenue, with a focus on innovative technology solutions[98] - The company is expanding its market presence in Southeast Asia, targeting a 30% market share within the next two years[98] - A strategic acquisition was completed, enhancing the company's capabilities in the electronics sector, valued at $300 million[98] - Research and development expenditures increased by 20%, totaling $150 million, to support new technology initiatives[98] - The company plans to implement cost-cutting measures aimed at reducing operational expenses by 5% over the next year[98]
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