Financial Performance - The group's revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2019, was HKD 32,001,000, representing an increase of 14.3% compared to HKD 28,004,000 for the same period in 2018[9]. - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 16,886,000, with a gross margin of 52.8%, compared to HKD 16,024,000 and a gross margin of 57.2% in 2018[9]. - The net profit attributable to the owners of the company for the period was HKD 4,583,000, compared to a loss in the previous year[9]. - The basic and diluted earnings per share for the period were HKD 0.57[9]. - Revenue from medical consumables was HKD 23,191,000, up from HKD 19,331,000, representing a growth of 20.1% year-over-year[52]. - The company reported a profit attributable to owners of HKD 4,583,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2019, a decrease of 15.0% from HKD 5,393,000 in the same period of 2018[69]. - The group recorded a profit of approximately HKD 4,600,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2019, a decrease of about HKD 800,000 or 14.8% compared to HKD 5,400,000 for the same period in 2018[119]. Cash Flow and Assets - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period increased to HKD 62,894,000 from HKD 53,369,000 in 2018, reflecting a net increase of HKD 8,951,000[18]. - The net cash generated from operating activities was HKD 8,623,000, compared to a net cash used of HKD 3,435,000 in the previous year[18]. - Total assets as of September 30, 2019, were HKD 83,212,000, an increase from HKD 81,196,000 as of March 31, 2019[11]. - As of September 30, 2019, current assets were approximately HKD 90,500,000, an increase from HKD 85,200,000 as of March 31, 2019[121]. Liabilities and Equity - The company’s total liabilities included lease liabilities of HKD 2,342,000, with current lease liabilities at HKD 2,027,000 and non-current lease liabilities at HKD 315,000[1]. - The company confirmed a provision for impairment of trade receivables amounting to HKD 1,478,000 as of September 30, 2019[80]. - Trade payables amounted to HKD 3,630,000 as of September 30, 2019, down from HKD 7,358,000 as of March 31, 2019[86]. Dividends - The company declared a dividend of HKD 3,500,000 during the period[14]. - The board resolved not to declare an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2019[120]. - The company did not declare an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2019, consistent with the previous year[66]. Operational Developments - The group continues to focus on expanding its medical equipment supply and solutions business, including market trend analysis and after-sales services[19]. - The company is committed to enhancing its technological support and training services for medical equipment[19]. - The group has introduced Hong Kong's first pharmacy automation system, enhancing its service offerings and addressing healthcare labor shortages[110]. - The company plans to expand its product portfolio and enhance customer service to improve its one-stop medical device solution services[110]. - The group is actively seeking strategic acquisition opportunities and has been carefully identifying potential targets[139]. - The group has hired a software engineer to enhance product development capabilities and is researching several medical and healthcare automation solutions[139]. - The group has participated in various exhibitions, including the 2019 Hospital Authority Conference and the Hong Kong International Medical and Healthcare Fair, to further penetrate the medical device market and increase market share[139]. Employee and Workforce - As of September 30, 2019, the group had a total of 33 employees, an increase from 27 employees as of March 31, 2019, with employee costs amounting to approximately HKD 7,400,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2019, compared to HKD 5,300,000 for the same period in 2018[134]. - The group has expanded its workforce by hiring five sales supervisors, two engineers, and one warehouse staff, and is in the process of recruiting high-quality employees[139]. Compliance and Governance - The company confirmed compliance with the non-competition agreement made on March 1, 2018, by its controlling shareholders[175]. - The company has adhered to all provisions of the corporate governance code as of September 30, 2019, with some exceptions noted[176]. - The audit committee has reviewed the unaudited consolidated financial statements for the six months ended September 30, 2019, confirming compliance with applicable accounting standards and GEM listing rules[183].
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