Financial Performance - The company recorded revenue of approximately RMB 401,900,000 for the first half of 2021, a significant increase from RMB 1,000,000 in the same period of 2020, primarily due to new business in value-added telecommunications services in China[9]. - The profit attributable to owners of the company for the first half of 2021 was approximately RMB 20,200,000, compared to a loss of RMB 11,600,000 in the same period of 2020[9]. - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the first half of 2021 were approximately RMB 0.48, compared to a loss of RMB 0.33 per share in the same period of 2020[9]. - Gross profit for the first half of 2021 was RMB 88,371,000, compared to RMB 45,782,000 in the same period of 2020[11]. - The company reported a pre-tax profit of RMB 25,739,000 for the first half of 2021, compared to a pre-tax loss of RMB 11,588,000 in the same period of 2020[11]. - Total comprehensive income for the first half of 2021 was RMB 13,901,000, compared to a total comprehensive loss of RMB 35,530,000 in the same period of 2020[14]. - The company reported a net profit of RMB 20,197 thousand for the period, compared to a loss of RMB 3,478 thousand in the previous period[26]. - The company reported a profit attributable to owners of RMB 10,456,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2021, compared to a loss of RMB 1,043,000 in the same period of 2020, marking a significant turnaround[76]. - For the six months ended September 30, 2021, the profit attributable to owners was RMB 20,197,000, compared to a loss of RMB 11,588,000 in the prior year, indicating a strong recovery[76]. Assets and Liabilities - As of September 30, 2021, total assets were approximately RMB 1,439,000,000, up from RMB 1,415,400,000 as of March 31, 2021[9]. - The net asset value as of September 30, 2021, was approximately RMB 1,024,700,000, compared to RMB 1,015,600,000 as of March 31, 2021[9]. - Total non-current assets increased to RMB 874,290 thousand from RMB 845,446 thousand, representing a growth of 3.9%[17]. - Current assets decreased to RMB 564,664 thousand from RMB 569,995 thousand, a decline of 0.6%[18]. - Total liabilities increased to RMB 249,359 thousand from RMB 168,385 thousand, marking a significant rise of 48.0%[19]. - Total assets less current liabilities stood at RMB 1,189,595 thousand, down from RMB 1,247,056 thousand, a decrease of 4.6%[23]. - The company’s total equity attributable to owners increased to RMB 1,017,283 thousand from RMB 999,904 thousand, reflecting a growth of 1.7%[23]. Cash Flow and Expenses - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to RMB 91,081 thousand from RMB 202,710 thousand, a drop of 55.2%[30]. - The company incurred cash outflows from operating activities amounting to RMB 39,274 thousand, compared to inflows of RMB 174,858 thousand in the previous period[32]. - The company incurred research and development expenses of RMB 13,113,000 for the first half of 2021, compared to RMB 7,098,000 in the same period of 2020[11]. - The company incurred marketing expenses of RMB (5,187) thousand and R&D expenses of RMB (13,113) thousand[60]. - Administrative expenses totaled RMB (45,319) thousand, with significant contributions from various segments[60]. - Financial costs for the six months were RMB (7,482) thousand, primarily from interest on borrowings[66]. Revenue Breakdown - Total revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2021, was RMB 401,877 thousand, compared to RMB 1,015 thousand for the same period in 2020, indicating a significant increase[47]. - Revenue from value-added telecommunications and related services for the six months ended September 30, 2021, was RMB 401,193 thousand, while financial services generated RMB 683 thousand[54]. - The company’s revenue from customer service solutions for the six months ended September 30, 2021, was RMB 306,465 thousand, compared to no revenue in the same period of 2020[47]. - Revenue from the Chinese market for the six months ended September 30, 2021, was RMB 401,193 thousand, while revenue from the United States was RMB 601 thousand[54]. Strategic Initiatives and Future Outlook - The company continues to focus on expanding its value-added services and enhancing its financial service offerings to drive future growth[54]. - The company plans to continue expanding its market presence and investing in new technologies and products[60]. - Future guidance indicates a focus on improving operational efficiency and enhancing service offerings to drive growth[60]. - KingNine Group plans to pursue continuous acquisitions around its upstream and downstream business, focusing on ToB service companies with synergy and good development prospects[159]. - The company will closely monitor macro policies affecting its clients and maintain close communication to explore new business opportunities in the financial and internet live e-commerce sectors[158]. - KingNine Group aims to expand its domestic business layout to bring more stable income and profitability, thereby enhancing shareholder value[158]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The board of directors did not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the first half of 2021, consistent with no dividend in the same period of 2020[9]. - The company has confirmed compliance with the GEM Listing Rules regarding directors' securities trading conduct throughout the 2020 interim period[175]. - The audit committee has reviewed the interim financial statements, affirming their compliance with applicable accounting standards and adequate disclosure[177]. - The company has adhered to the principles and all code provisions of the Corporate Governance Code as per GEM Listing Rules during the 2021 interim period[176]. - The proposed name change will not affect any rights of shareholders, and existing shares will remain valid for trading and settlement purposes[184]. Acquisitions and Investments - The group completed the acquisition of 51% stakes in Qingdao Jinliang Technology Co., Ltd. and Jiuzhi Technology (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd. for a cash consideration of RMB 1,020,000 each, aimed at expanding value-added telecommunications and related services[106]. - The total consideration paid for the acquisitions was RMB 2,040,000, which included cash and cash equivalents[122]. - The group announced the sale of its wholly-owned subsidiary Corporate Wise Limited for approximately HKD 17,240,000, with the transaction completed on October 22, 2021[129]. - The group completed the acquisition of a 20% stake in Guangzhou Kunyuan Cultural Media Service Co., Ltd. for RMB 6,000,000, enhancing service offerings and customer retention[138]. Market and Economic Context - In the first three quarters of 2021, China's GDP reached 82,313.1 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 9.8% and a two-year average growth of 5.2%[158]. - The value added of the information transmission, software, and information technology service industry increased by 19.3% year-on-year in the first three quarters, with a two-year average growth of 17.6%[158].
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