Financial Performance - The group's consolidated revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2020, was approximately HKD 6.2 million, a decrease of about 27.0% compared to HKD 8.5 million in 2019[7] - Gross profit for the same period was approximately HKD 4.9 million, down about 24.2% from HKD 6.4 million in 2019, with a gross profit margin of approximately 78.5%, slightly up from 75.6% in the previous year[7] - The net loss for the reporting period was approximately HKD 3.2 million, compared to a net loss of approximately HKD 3.0 million in 2019[7] - For the three months ended June 30, 2020, the company reported total revenue of HKD 6,222,000 and a gross profit of HKD 4,883,000[61] - The company incurred a loss before tax of HKD 3,193,000 for the same period, resulting in a loss per share of HKD 0.89[61] - As of June 30, 2020, the total equity of the company was HKD (17,134,000), reflecting an increase in accumulated losses[62] - The company reported a loss attributable to equity holders of HKD 3,193,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2020, compared to a loss of HKD 3,047,000 in the same period of 2019, indicating an increase in loss of approximately 4.8% year-over-year[88] Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from tea products for the three months ended June 30, 2020, was HKD 6,090,000, a decrease of 26.5% compared to HKD 8,300,000 for the same period in 2019[76] - Revenue from food and beverage retail for the same period was HKD 132,000, down 41.1% from HKD 224,000 in 2019[76] - Total revenue for the group for the three months ended June 30, 2020, was HKD 6,222,000, a decline of 27.0% from HKD 8,524,000 in 2019[76] - Other income for the period included government subsidies of HKD 1,055,000 received under the "Anti-epidemic Fund" during the COVID-19 outbreak[77] Expenses and Costs - Selling and distribution costs decreased by approximately 38.4% to about HKD 0.2 million, primarily due to reduced advertising expenses[8] - Administrative expenses decreased from approximately HKD 9.2 million for the three months ended June 30, 2019, to about HKD 7.9 million, a reduction of about 14.2%[12] - The cost of inventories recognized as an expense for the period was HKD 1,065,000, down 39.5% from HKD 1,764,000 in 2019[81] - Depreciation of property, plant, and equipment for the period was HKD 1,130,000, significantly higher than HKD 194,000 in the same period last year[81] Cash and Capital Management - Cash and bank balances were approximately HKD 5.7 million as of June 30, 2020, a decrease of about HKD 0.1 million or 1.5% from HKD 5.8 million on March 31, 2020[14] - Capital expenditure for the three months ended June 30, 2020, was approximately HKD 6,300, primarily for upgrading office equipment[17] - The group intends to allocate more unutilized funds for general working capital to respond flexibly to uncertainties in the retail market[19] Dividends and Shareholder Information - The board has resolved not to declare any interim dividend for the three months ended June 30, 2020[18] - The board does not recommend the payment of any dividend for the three months ended June 30, 2020[87] - As of June 30, 2020, the directors and senior management held a total of 270,000,000 shares, representing 75% ownership in the company[31] - The company’s shareholding structure indicates that the major shareholders collectively own 75% of the issued share capital through Profit Ocean Enterprises Limited[40] Compliance and Governance - The company has adopted a set of code of conduct for securities trading by directors, confirming compliance with the standards set forth in GEM Listing Rules from April 1, 2020, to June 30, 2020[25] - The audit committee reviewed the financial results for the quarter and confirmed compliance with applicable accounting standards[53] - The company appointed a compliance advisor on April 1, 2020, to ensure adherence to GEM listing rules[56] - There were no significant related party transactions reported for the three months ended June 30, 2020[51] Strategic Outlook - The group plans to adopt a cautious approach in opening new stores and counters, aiming to maximize the contribution profit from existing locations due to the uncertain economic environment[13] - The company’s management discussed the performance and outlook during the earnings call, emphasizing the need for strategic adjustments in response to market conditions[45] Share Options and Securities - The share option scheme aims to incentivize selected participants, including full-time employees and directors, with a total of 10,200,000 options granted during the period[27] - The total number of options exercised during the period was 32,300,000, with a remaining balance of 31,550,000 options as of June 30, 2020[30] - The share option plan was conditionally approved on March 14, 2018, and further details are available in the prospectus[27] - No additional interests or holdings were reported by directors or senior executives beyond those already disclosed[39] - The company has not disclosed any new products or technologies in the recent reports[28] - There are no significant market expansion or acquisition strategies mentioned in the current financial reports[28] - The company did not provide any financial assistance or guarantees to any controlling shareholders during the three months ended June 30, 2020[52] - The company has not pledged any shares to any contracting parties as of June 30, 2020[50]
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