Financial Performance - The unaudited consolidated interim results for the six months ended September 30, 2020, show a revenue of HKD 50 million, representing a 20% increase compared to the same period in 2019[13]. - The net profit for the same period was HKD 5 million, which is a 25% increase year-on-year[13]. - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2020, was HK$157,035,000, compared to HK$109,026,000 for the same period in 2019, representing an increase of approximately 44%[38]. - Revenue for the three months ended September 30, 2020, was HK$83,501,000, an increase from HK$49,972,000 in the same period of 2019, representing a growth of 67%[14]. - The Group recorded a loss attributed to owners of the Company of approximately HK$4.5 million for the six months ended September 30, 2020, compared to a loss of approximately HK$1.5 million for the same period in 2019, representing a significant increase in loss[90]. - Loss before income tax for the six months ended September 30, 2020, was HK$5,257,000, an increase from a loss of HK$1,880,000 in the same period of 2019[14]. - The Group reported a loss before income tax of HK$302,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2020, compared to a profit of HK$93,000 in 2019[48]. - For the six months ended September 30, 2020, the loss attributable to owners of the Company was HK$4,454,000, compared to a loss of HK$1,527,000 for the same period in 2019, representing an increase of 192%[54]. - Basic and diluted losses per share for the six months ended September 30, 2020, were HK$0.007, compared to HK$0.003 for the same period in 2019, indicating a 133% increase in losses per share[54]. Operational Highlights - User data indicates a growth in active clients by 15%, reaching a total of 1,200 clients as of September 30, 2020[13]. - The company has projected a revenue growth of 10% for the next six months, targeting HKD 55 million[13]. - New product development includes the launch of an innovative engineering solution expected to contribute an additional HKD 2 million in revenue by Q1 2021[13]. - The company is exploring market expansion opportunities in Southeast Asia, aiming to establish a presence in at least two new countries by the end of 2021[13]. - A strategic acquisition of a local engineering firm is under consideration, which could enhance service offerings and increase market share by 5%[13]. - The company has invested HKD 3 million in research and development for new technologies aimed at improving operational efficiency[13]. - The company plans to enhance its digital marketing strategy to increase brand awareness and client engagement, targeting a 30% increase in online inquiries[13]. Financial Position - Net current assets as of September 30, 2020, were HK$108,041,000, a decrease from HK$112,158,000 as of March 31, 2020[17]. - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were HK$(3,765,000), a significant decrease from HK$26,467,000 at the beginning of the period[23]. - Total equity as of September 30, 2020, was HK$114,242,000, down from HK$118,696,000 as of March 31, 2020[17]. - Trade receivables as of September 30, 2020, totaled HK$28,168,000, an increase from HK$22,475,000 as of March 31, 2020[63]. - Total trade payables as of September 30, 2020, amounted to HK$21,497,000, slightly down from HK$21,528,000 as of March 31, 2020[67]. - The Group's provision for loss allowance for trade receivables remained stable at HK$146,000 as of September 30, 2020, unchanged from March 31, 2020[65]. - The Group had cash and bank balances of approximately HK$6.9 million, down from approximately HK$31.6 million as of 31 March 2020[1]. - The gearing ratio for the Group as of 30 September 2020 was 4.8%, compared to nil as of 31 March 2020[1]. Cost and Expenses - Gross profit for the six months ended September 30, 2020, was HK$867,000, compared to HK$3,343,000 for the same period in 2019, indicating a decline of 74%[14]. - Administrative and other operating expenses increased by approximately HK$0.5 million or 8.9% from approximately HK$5.4 million for the six months ended 30 September 2019 to approximately HK$5.9 million for the six months ended 30 September 2020[90]. - Operating expenses for the six months ended September 30, 2020, totaled HK$5,864,000, compared to HK$5,384,000 in the same period of 2019[14]. - The loss was mainly attributable to a decrease in gross profit margin due to an increase in overall construction costs and competitive project pricing arising from intense market competition[90]. Corporate Governance - The Company has complied with the Corporate Governance Code provisions during the six months ended September 30, 2020[132]. - The audit committee comprises three independent non-executive Directors, ensuring oversight of financial control and risk management systems[133]. - The Company is committed to high standards of corporate governance to protect and promote shareholder interests[132]. - The Audit Committee has reviewed the Group's unaudited condensed consolidated interim results for the six months ended September 30, 2020, and confirmed compliance with applicable accounting standards and GEM Listing Rules[133]. Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2020, Land Noble Holdings Limited holds 350,000,000 shares, representing a 58.33% interest in the company[129]. - The total number of shares held by substantial shareholders is 350,000,000, which constitutes 58.33% of the company's total shares[129]. - The Directors do not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2020, consistent with the previous year where no dividend was paid[90]. - The Company has adopted a share option scheme since September 14, 2017, but no share options have been granted under this scheme[132].
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