Financial Performance - Revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2020, was HK$620,468,000, representing an increase of 20.1% compared to HK$516,593,000 for the same period in 2019[8]. - Gross profit for the period was HK$101,550,000, up 35.9% from HK$74,698,000 in the previous year[8]. - Operating profit increased significantly to HK$51,729,000, compared to HK$19,163,000 in the same period last year, marking a growth of 169.5%[8]. - Profit for the period reached HK$42,531,000, a substantial increase of 142.3% from HK$17,579,000 in 2019[10]. - Basic and diluted earnings per share attributable to ordinary shareholders were 15.6 HK cents, compared to 6.4 HK cents in the previous year, reflecting a growth of 143.8%[8]. - Total comprehensive income for the period was HK$40,959,000, compared to HK$9,282,000 in 2019, indicating a growth of 340.5%[10]. - The Group's profit attributable to shareholders for the three months ended June 30, 2020, was HK$42,531,000, compared to HK$17,579,000 in 2019, representing a year-over-year increase of 142.5%[26]. - The Group recorded an unaudited consolidated net profit of approximately HK$42,531,000, representing a significant increase of 141.9% from HK$17,579,000 in the corresponding period last year[50]. - The unaudited basic earnings per share for the quarter was approximately HK15.6 cents, an increase of 143.8% from approximately HK6.4 cents in the corresponding period last year[51]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from the sale of goods was HK$560,158,000, up from HK$498,250,000, reflecting a growth of 12.4% year-over-year[17]. - Commission and other service income surged to HK$42,527,000, compared to HK$3,716,000 in the previous year, marking a significant increase of 1,045.5%[17]. - Income from operating lease arrangements increased to HK$12,717,000, up from HK$7,739,000, representing a growth of 64.3%[17]. - The hi-tech distribution and services division achieved a revenue growth of 19.2%, while the leasing division recorded a revenue growth of approximately 50.3% compared to the same period last year[49]. - The hi-tech distribution and services division's unaudited revenue was approximately HK$598,483,000, representing an increase of 19.2% from approximately HK$501,966,000 in the corresponding period last year[57]. - The leasing division generated revenue of approximately HK$21,985,000, representing a 50.3% increase from approximately HK$14,627,000 in the same period last year[61]. Expenses and Costs - Selling and distribution expenses decreased to HK$28,429,000 from HK$32,210,000, showing a reduction of 11.0%[8]. - General and administrative expenses increased to HK$30,856,000 from HK$25,488,000, reflecting a rise of 21.5%[8]. - Total operating expenses amounted to approximately HK$59,285,000, a slight increase of 2.8% from approximately HK$57,698,000 in the corresponding period last year[50]. - Total finance costs amounted to HK$386,000, compared to HK$354,000, reflecting an increase of 9.1%[20]. Taxation - The Company is exempt from taxation in Bermuda until 2035, with Hong Kong profits tax calculated at a rate of 16.5%[20]. - Current taxation for the period included HK$7,058,000 in Hong Kong profits tax and HK$2,790,000 in Mainland China corporate income tax, compared to HK$330,000 and HK$2,211,000 respectively in 2019[25]. - The Company’s subsidiaries in Mainland China are subject to a corporate income tax rate of 25%, with a preferential rate of 15% for certain subsidiaries recognized as high and new technology enterprises[20]. Shareholder Information - As of June 30, 2020, the company had 272,580,805 ordinary shares in issue, with key directors holding significant positions, including Zhang Yifan with 5,449,600 shares (1.99%)[76]. - The Directors do not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the three months ended June 30, 2020, consistent with no dividend in 2019[28]. - The Group's retained earnings as of June 30, 2020, amounted to HK$1,084,561,000, an increase from HK$1,001,515,000 as of June 30, 2019[34]. Market Outlook and Strategy - The management expects the economic outlook for the coming quarters to worsen due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, projecting a global economic contraction of 3% in 2020[65]. - The company aims to continue expanding its customer portfolio and improving operating cost efficiency to deliver robust financial results[59]. - The company recognizes the challenges ahead and is committed to increasing market share[59]. - The management team will work to improve capability and efficiency in response to the evolving market conditions[65]. - The leasing division is focusing on increasing its operating lease arrangements and offering flexible supply of SMT machines to customers[61]. - The company aims to capture suitable business opportunities in the semiconductor industry by closely monitoring international situations and market developments[71]. Corporate Governance - The company aims to maintain high standards of corporate governance in line with the Corporate Governance Code[196]. - The roles of chairman and chief executive are separated, ensuring a balance of authority within the company[197]. - The company is committed to maintaining a high level of corporate governance to align with shareholder interests and comply with GEM listing rules[200]. - The board believes that its operations, supported by experienced and high-quality management, are sufficient to ensure a proper separation of powers and responsibilities[200].
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