Financial Performance - For the six months ended November 30, 2023, the company's revenue was RM 15,308,000, a decrease of 6.5% compared to RM 16,370,000 for the same period in 2022[5] - Gross profit for the same period was RM 4,189,000, representing an increase of 14.1% from RM 3,670,000 in the previous year[5] - The net profit for the six months ended November 30, 2023, was RM 576,000, up 88.2% from RM 305,000 in the prior year[5] - The total comprehensive income for the six months ended November 30, 2023, was RM 672,000, an increase from RM 452,000 in the previous year[7] - The group reported a pre-tax profit of 1,286 thousand MYR for the six months ended November 30, 2023, compared to 672 thousand MYR for the same period in 2022, reflecting an increase of approximately 91%[24][26] - The profit for the six months ended November 30, 2023, was 710,000 MYR, compared to 294,000 MYR for the same period in 2022, representing a 141.1% increase[31] Assets and Liabilities - The company's total assets as of November 30, 2023, were RM 40,267,000, an increase from RM 38,987,000 as of May 31, 2023[9] - The company's equity increased to RM 36,452,000 as of November 30, 2023, from RM 35,175,000 as of May 31, 2023[10] - The total liabilities as of November 30, 2023, were 8,058,000 MYR, down from 11,033,000 MYR as of May 31, 2023, reflecting a 26.9% decrease[43] Cash Flow and Cash Position - The company's cash and bank balances decreased to RM 5,831,000 from RM 6,828,000 as of May 31, 2023[9] - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were 25,951 thousand MYR, up from 22,391 thousand MYR at the end of the same period in 2022, showing an increase of approximately 11.5%[15] - The company's cash and cash equivalents as of November 30, 2023, were approximately 27.2 million MYR, compared to about 28.1 million MYR as of May 31, 2023[62] - The group’s cash flow from investing activities was a net inflow of 12 thousand MYR for the six months ended November 30, 2023, a decrease from 221 thousand MYR in the same period of 2022[13] - The group’s cash and cash equivalents decreased by 1,059 thousand MYR for the six months ended November 30, 2023, compared to an increase of 534 thousand MYR in the same period of 2022[13] Operational Metrics - The company reported a basic earnings per share of 0.43 sen for the six months ended November 30, 2023, compared to 0.26 sen in the same period last year[7] - The basic earnings per share for the six months ended November 30, 2023, was 0.43 MYR, up from 0.26 MYR in the same period of 2022, indicating a 65.4% increase[34] - The current ratio as of November 30, 2023, was 4.48 times, up from 3.61 times as of May 31, 2023[63] Expenses and Cost Management - The group’s administrative expenses for the six months ended November 30, 2023, were (2,885) thousand MYR, slightly lower than (2,943) thousand MYR for the same period in 2022[24][26] - The administrative expenses slightly decreased by about 1.97%, from approximately 2,943,000 MYR to about 2,885,000 MYR, due to strict cost control[56] - Employee costs, excluding directors' remuneration, totaled 1,939,000 MYR for the six months ended November 30, 2023, slightly down from 1,963,000 MYR in the same period of 2022[30] - Interest expenses for financing costs for the six months ended November 30, 2023, totaled 69 thousand MYR, compared to 27 thousand MYR for the same period in 2022, indicating an increase of approximately 156%[29] Inventory and Trade Receivables - The company’s inventory increased to RM 2,498,000 from RM 2,004,000 as of May 31, 2023, indicating a growth in stock levels[9] - Trade receivables as of November 30, 2023, amounted to 14,595,000 MYR, a slight decrease from 14,879,000 MYR as of May 31, 2023[37] Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The company did not declare any dividends for the six months ended November 30, 2023, consistent with the same period in 2022[35] - The company did not recommend an interim dividend for the six months ending November 30, 2023, consistent with the previous year[81] Risks and Compliance - The company faces significant operational risks, including fluctuations in raw material prices and reliance on non-recurring infrastructure upgrade projects for revenue generation[84] - The company acknowledges credit and liquidity risks due to reliance on cash inflows from customers to meet supplier payment obligations[85] - The company is monitoring foreign currency risks closely, as most of its income and profits are denominated in Malaysian Ringgit, which may impact dividend payments and foreign exchange needs[79] - The company has complied with relevant laws and regulations that significantly impact its operations during the review period[96] Future Plans and Investments - The company plans to expand its existing Selangor factory with an estimated expenditure of HKD 7.0 million, of which HKD 5.6 million has been utilized[69] - The establishment of a new Kulai factory is projected to cost HKD 7.3 million, with HKD 2.3 million already spent[69] - The company aims to recruit new employees with a budget of HKD 2.6 million, of which HKD 1.9 million has been utilized[69] - The acquisition of land in Southern Malaysia is budgeted at HKD 8.4 million, with no funds utilized yet[69] - The vertical expansion of the supply chain through acquisitions in the precast concrete junction box industry is estimated at HKD 2.7 million, with no funds utilized yet[69] Employee and Governance - As of November 30, 2023, the company had 75 employees in Malaysia and Hong Kong, with compensation packages including salaries, bonuses, allowances, and medical benefits[82] - The company has implemented a performance review system for employees, which serves as a basis for salary adjustments, bonuses, and promotions[82] - The company is currently seeking suitable candidates to fill vacancies for independent non-executive directors to comply with GEM listing rules following a recent resignation[90]
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