Real Estate Development - In the first half of 2020, real estate development investment in Henan Province amounted to approximately RMB334.6 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of approximately 2.6%[29]. - Investment in residential properties in Henan Province was approximately RMB275.3 billion, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 4.6%[29]. - The completed gross floor area (GFA) in Henan Province was approximately 13.7 million sq.m., representing a year-on-year decrease of approximately 34.7%[29]. - The completed GFA for residential properties was 11.1 million sq.m., showing a year-on-year decrease of approximately 35.4%[29]. - The saleable GFA for commercial properties was 54.5 million sq.m., indicating a year-on-year decrease of approximately 5.2%[29]. - Sales of commercial properties amounted to approximately RMB353.6 billion, representing a decrease of approximately 4.0%[29]. - The real estate market in Henan Province is gradually recovering from the impact of COVID-19, supported by a large population and high demand for housing[30]. - The Group's business model focuses on developing mixed residential and commercial properties to enhance brand recognition and reputation[37]. - The Group continues to pursue diversified cooperative development models to reduce project development costs and enhance brand recognition in local markets[39][40]. Financial Performance - The Group's revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2020, reached approximately RMB511.2 million, representing a 42.1% increase compared to RMB359.7 million for the same period in 2019[51][54]. - Gross profit for the same period was approximately RMB163.8 million, an increase of 52.9% from RMB107.1 million in the prior year, with a gross profit margin of 32.0%[52][54]. - Profit for the period increased by approximately RMB8.4 million, or 35.7%, from RMB23.5 million in the first half of 2019 to RMB31.9 million in the first half of 2020[53][55]. - Contracted sales totaled RMB1,083.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2020, a decrease of 13.8% from RMB1,256.9 million in the same period of 2019[46]. - The average selling price (ASP) per sq.m. of saleable GFA decreased by 7.0% to approximately RMB6,347 per sq.m. due to a decline in market prices in Henan Province[47][49]. - The ASP for car parking spaces decreased by 17.9% to approximately RMB67,342 per lot, attributed to a higher proportion of sales from lower ASP parking spaces[48][49]. - The Group's sales of properties contributed approximately 99.6% to total revenue, with property sales amounting to RMB509.2 million, reflecting a 42.1% increase year-on-year[57]. - Rental income increased by 55.0% to RMB2.1 million, up from RMB1.3 million in the previous year[57]. - Revenue increased by approximately RMB151.5 million or 42.1% from approximately RMB359.7 million for the six months ended June 30, 2019, to approximately RMB511.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2020[67]. - Sales of properties accounted for approximately 99.6% of total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2020, primarily from residential and commercial properties, storages, and car parking spaces[62]. Expenses and Profitability - Administrative expenses increased by approximately 32.4% from approximately RMB40.7 million for the six months ended June 30, 2019, to approximately RMB53.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2020[84]. - Selling and marketing expenses amounted to approximately RMB32.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2020, representing an increase of approximately 11.5% compared to RMB28.8 million for the same period in 2019[78]. - The overall gross profit margin improved from approximately 29.8% for the six months ended June 30, 2019, to approximately 32.0% for the six months ended June 30, 2020[76]. - The sales of residential properties were approximately RMB365.3 million, while commercial properties generated approximately RMB102.7 million in revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2020[72]. - The gross profit from sales of properties was approximately RMB161.7 million for the six months ended June 30, 2020[72]. - The Group's other losses amounted to approximately RMB4.8 million for the six months ended 30 June 2020, a significant decrease from other gains of approximately RMB19.4 million for the same period in 2019, primarily due to a waiver of interest payable in 2019[85][89]. - Finance costs decreased by approximately 94.1%, from approximately RMB8.9 million for the six months ended 30 June 2019 to approximately RMB0.5 million for the six months ended 30 June 2020[86][90]. - Income tax expenses increased by approximately 47.5% or RMB12.6 million, from approximately RMB26.5 million for the six months ended 30 June 2019 to approximately RMB39.1 million for the six months ended 30 June 2020, in line with revenue growth[87][91]. Assets and Liabilities - As of June 30, 2020, the Group's cash and cash equivalents amounted to approximately RMB148.6 million, down from RMB245.2 million as of 31 December 2019[93]. - Total borrowings amounted to approximately RMB880.2 million as of 30 June 2020, a decrease from RMB1,066.1 million as of 31 December 2019, with approximately 40.2% classified as current liabilities[93]. - Current assets increased to approximately RMB7,628.2 million as of 30 June 2020, compared to RMB6,266.8 million as of 31 December 2019, while current liabilities rose to approximately RMB6,283.2 million from RMB4,831.2 million[96]. - Total assets increased to approximately RMB7,909.9 million as of 30 June 2020, up from RMB6,526.4 million as of 31 December 2019, while total liabilities rose to approximately RMB6,638.5 million from RMB5,292.9 million[97]. - The Group's net assets increased from approximately RMB1,233.5 million as of 31 December 2019 to approximately RMB1,271.4 million as of 30 June 2020[97]. - The gearing ratio decreased to approximately 69.2% as of June 30, 2020, down from 86.4% as of December 31, 2019, primarily due to the repayment of outstanding loans[122]. - The debt to equity ratio improved to 57.5% as of June 30, 2020, from 66.6% as of December 31, 2019[111]. Shareholder Information - The Board did not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2020[123]. - The Group's capital management objectives include safeguarding its ability to continue as a going concern and maintaining an optimal capital structure[124]. - The Group's capital structure may be adjusted through changes in dividend payments, issuance of new shares, or asset sales to reduce debt[128]. - No interim dividend was recommended for the six months ended June 30, 2020, considering the overall performance and financial condition of the Group[127]. - The Group has adopted a share option scheme since November 2018 to attract and retain suitable candidates for business development[132]. - As of June 30, 2020, the total number of shares available for issue under the Share Option Scheme was 120,000,000 shares, representing approximately 10% of the issued share capital of the Company[169]. - No options were granted, exercised, cancelled, or lapsed under the Share Option Scheme during the period from January 1, 2020, to June 30, 2020[169]. - The maximum number of shares that may be issued upon exercise of all outstanding options under the Share Option Scheme shall not exceed 30% of the shares of the Company in issue at any time[162]. - The subscription price for any particular option granted under the Share Option Scheme shall not be less than the highest of the closing price on the date of offer, the average closing price for the five business days preceding the date of grant, or the nominal value of a share[163]. - Mr. LI Xiaobing holds 855,000,000 ordinary shares, representing 71.25% of the Company's shareholding[173]. - An additional 45,000,000 ordinary shares, representing 3.75% of the Company's shareholding, are held through a controlled corporation by Mr. LI Xiaobing[173]. - The Share Option Scheme was adopted on October 22, 2018, and is valid for a period of 10 years from November 12, 2018[156]. - The total number of shares issued and which may fall to be issued upon exercise of options granted to each Eligible Person in any 12-month period shall not exceed 1% of the number of shares in issue as at the date of grant unless approved by shareholders[162]. - No rights to acquire shares or debentures were granted to any Director or their respective family members during the six months ended June 30, 2020[158]. - The Company did not purchase, sell, or redeem any of its listed securities during the six months ended June 30, 2020[157]. - As of June 30, 2020, Ever Enhancement Enterprise Company Limited holds 855,000,000 ordinary shares, representing approximately 71.25% of the total shareholding[185]. - Ms. Lin Wei, spouse of Mr. Li Xiaobing, holds 900,000,000 ordinary shares, accounting for 75.00% of the total shareholding[185]. - Ever Commitment (PTC) Limited is deemed to be interested in any shares held by Ever Enhancement Enterprise Company Limited, as it is the trustee of a family trust established by Mr. Li Xiaobing[189]. Employee Information - As of June 30, 2020, the Group had a total workforce of 578 employees, an increase from 447 employees as of June 30, 2019[131]. - The Group provides employee remuneration based on industry practices, with discretionary bonuses awarded based on group and individual performance[191]. - The Group participates in defined contribution retirement plans for eligible employees in the PRC and a mandatory provident fund scheme for employees in Hong Kong[196]. - The PRC operating entities are required to contribute to retirement schemes at defined rates set by local government authorities[197]. - The mandatory provident fund scheme in Hong Kong requires both employer and employees to contribute 5% of relevant income, capped at HKD30,000 monthly[198]. Audit and Compliance - The interim report for the six months ended June 30, 2020, has been reviewed by the audit committee comprising three independent non-executive Directors[199]. - The interim report has not been audited or reviewed by the auditor of the Company[200].
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