Financial Performance - The Group's unaudited consolidated revenue for the six months ended 30 September 2019 was HK$153.9 million, representing an 11.2% decrease compared to HK$173.4 million for the same period in 2018[16]. - The unaudited consolidated profit attributable to owners of the Company for the six months ended 30 September 2019 was HK$20.6 million, reflecting a significant increase of 472.2% from HK$3.6 million in the prior year[16]. - The increase in profit was primarily due to the absence of one-off listing expenses of HK$14.1 million incurred in the previous period and an increase in other income from interest generated from short-term deposits[16]. - Basic earnings per share for the six months ended 30 September 2019 was HK$0.05, based on a weighted average of 436,332,630 shares in issue after the Listing[18]. - The decline in revenue was mainly attributed to delays in the master programmes of certain projects[16]. - The Group's performance reflects a recovery in profitability despite the revenue decline, indicating effective cost management strategies[16]. - Gross profit increased to HK$32,763,000, up 6.3% from HK$30,826,000 year-on-year[77]. - Profit before taxation rose significantly to HK$24,013,000, compared to HK$5,132,000 in the previous year, marking a 367.5% increase[77]. - Profit for the period was HK$20,572,000, a substantial increase from HK$3,644,000 in the same period last year, representing a growth of 465.5%[77]. - Total comprehensive income for the period was HK$17,054,000, compared to a loss of HK$2,087,000 in the previous year[77]. Dividends - The Board declared an interim dividend of HK1.2 cents per share for the six months ended 30 September 2019, compared to no dividend in the same period of 2018[19]. - A final dividend of HK2.0 cents per share was paid, totaling HK$8,727,000, compared to no dividends paid in the same period last year[160]. - An interim dividend of HK1.2 cents per share, amounting to HK$5,236,000, has been declared for the current period, also compared to no dividends in the previous year[161]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue for the six months ended 30 September 2019 was HK$153,915,000, a decrease of 11.2% from HK$173,396,000 in the same period of 2018[77]. - Revenue from design, supply, and installation for curtain walls, aluminium windows, doors, and other products for new buildings was HK$88,556,000, up 36.5% from HK$64,891,000 in 2018[144]. - Revenue from renovation works for existing buildings increased significantly to HK$3,373,000 from HK$892,000, representing a growth of 277.5%[144]. - The Group's revenue from Hong Kong was HK$145,516,000, down from HK$167,248,000 in 2018, while revenue from Mainland China was HK$8,399,000, up from HK$1,619,000[151]. Assets and Liabilities - As of September 30, 2019, total assets amounted to HK$459,854,000, a slight decrease from HK$494,993,000 as of March 31, 2019[79]. - Total liabilities decreased to HK$59,090,000 from HK$61,674,000, reflecting a reduction in financial obligations[81]. - The Group's net current assets were HK$402.0 million, with a current ratio of 7.95 times as of September 30, 2019[40]. - The Group had outstanding performance bonds amounting to HK$78.8 million related to construction contracts as of September 30, 2019[45]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - The Group's liquidity position is expected to remain healthy in the coming year, with sufficient financial resources to meet obligations and operational needs[40]. - The Group's cash flow generation capability is sound, primarily financed through internally generated cash flows[40]. - The company reported net cash from operating activities of HK$28,356,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2019, compared to HK$27,083,000 for the same period in 2018[88]. - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were HK$314,592,000, up from HK$304,648,000 at the beginning of the period[88]. Share Capital and Ownership - As of September 30, 2019, the total number of issued shares of the company was 436,332,630 shares[54]. - CCM Trust (Cayman) Limited holds 195,080,814 shares, representing approximately 44.70% of the issued share capital[59]. - Mingly Corporation holds 41,697,318 shares, accounting for about 9.55% of the issued share capital[59]. - The interests of shareholders are disclosed under the SFO, with specific percentages calculated based on the total issued shares[61]. Market Outlook and Strategy - The company is cautiously optimistic about the aluminium window and curtain wall business in the coming years despite economic challenges[33]. - Various government infrastructure projects and housing policies are expected to create business opportunities for the construction industry in Hong Kong[31]. - The company plans to enhance its competitive edge by consolidating its design, project, procurement, and manufacturing teams[37]. - The company aims to search for innovative materials to improve energy efficiency in residential and commercial buildings[37]. - The company is focusing on the growing market for tower façade and curtain wall works, which have become a distinct sub-sector of the construction industry[32]. - The company recognizes increasing costs and competition as challenges that may impact profit margins[37]. Accounting Policies - The Group's financial statements for the six months ended 30 September 2019 have been prepared in accordance with HKFRS 34 and applicable disclosure requirements[1]. - The Group's accounting policies and methods of computation remain consistent with those presented in the annual financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2019[1]. - The Group applies the short-term lease recognition exemption for leases of car parking spaces with a term of 12 months or less[99]. - The Group's financial reporting is governed by the applicable disclosure requirements of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong[1].
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