Financial Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2021, Pak Tak International Limited reported total revenue of HKD 590.8 million, a decrease of 49.3% compared to HKD 1,164.6 million for the same period in 2020[21]. - The supply chain business generated revenue of HKD 583.9 million, down HKD 571.6 million from HKD 1,155.5 million in the previous year, primarily due to significant fluctuations in non-ferrous metal prices[14]. - The group's net profit for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was approximately HKD 12,800,000, a decrease from HKD 16,900,000 for the same period in 2020, primarily due to increased administrative expenses and financial costs[25]. - The operating profit for the same period was HKD 45,210,000, representing an increase of 13% from HKD 39,806,000 in 2020[81]. - The net profit for the period was HKD 12,827,000, down 24% from HKD 16,880,000 in the previous year[117]. - The basic and diluted earnings per share were HKD 0.37, compared to HKD 0.58 for the same period in 2020, reflecting a decrease of 36%[81]. - The total comprehensive income for the period was HKD 9,331,000, compared to a loss of HKD 9,935,000 in the same period last year[86]. Revenue Breakdown - The revenue from sales of goods was HKD 583,884 thousand for the first half of 2021, down from HKD 1,155,474 thousand in the same period of 2020, indicating a decline of about 49%[112][117]. - The combined revenue from lending, securities investment, leasing, and property investment was approximately HKD 7 million, down from HKD 9.1 million in the previous year[21]. - The company generated financing lease income of HKD 1,953 thousand in the first half of 2021, compared to HKD 3,959 thousand in the same period of 2020, reflecting a decrease of approximately 51%[113]. Expenses and Costs - Total direct costs and operating expenses decreased from HKD 1,131.3 million to HKD 563.7 million, a reduction of HKD 567.6 million[22]. - Administrative expenses increased by HKD 5,300,000 to HKD 17,700,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, mainly due to loan processing fees and operational costs related to supply chain financing[24]. - Financial costs rose by HKD 10,100,000 to HKD 25,400,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, primarily due to increased interest expenses on borrowings for supply chain operations[24]. Assets and Liabilities - As of June 30, 2021, total assets amounted to HKD 1,285,176,000, a slight decrease from HKD 1,318,203,000 as of December 31, 2020[90]. - The company's current liabilities were HKD 1,024,779,000, down from HKD 1,266,429,000 at the end of 2020[90]. - The total liabilities were HKD 1,088,198 thousand as of June 30, 2021, down from HKD 1,328,988 thousand at the end of 2020, indicating a reduction of approximately 18%[123][125]. - The total equity attributable to shareholders increased to HKD 738,343 thousand as of June 30, 2021, from HKD 530,787 thousand as of December 31, 2020, reflecting a growth of 39.1%[93]. Cash Flow - The company reported a net cash outflow from operating activities of HKD (273,777) thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to an inflow of HKD 243,872 thousand for the same period in 2020[99]. - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to HKD 73,500,000 as of June 30, 2021, from HKD 118,600,000 on December 31, 2020[32]. - The net cash generated from investing activities was HKD 180,852 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to a cash outflow of HKD (285,367) thousand in the same period of 2020[99]. - The financing activities generated a net cash inflow of HKD 46,651 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to an outflow of HKD (8,571) thousand in the previous year[99]. Shareholder Information - The total number of shares outstanding as of June 30, 2021, was 3,900,000,000[54]. - Major shareholders include Mr. Liao, holding 1,092,000,000 shares (28.00%), and Mr. Wang, holding 546,953,000 shares (14.02%) of the company[52]. - The company raised approximately HKD 198,200,000 from the placement and subscription of new shares, which has been fully utilized for repaying bonds and accrued interest[43]. Corporate Governance - The company has complied with the corporate governance code principles as per the listing rules, with some deviations noted[72]. - The board will continue to review the effectiveness of the company's corporate governance structure and make changes as necessary[74]. - Independent non-executive directors were unable to attend the annual general meeting due to prior commitments and COVID-19[73]. Future Outlook - The company plans to enhance the efficiency of its supply chain resources in the non-ferrous metals and construction materials sectors, expecting a stable business environment and improved revenue[49]. - Management maintains a cautious yet optimistic outlook for the supply chain business, aiming for sustainable and steady growth despite challenges from COVID-19 variants and trade tensions[49]. - The company plans to continue monitoring the impact of COVID-19 on its operations and will implement necessary measures to mitigate negative effects[102].
百德国际(02668) - 2021 - 中期财报