Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2018, was RM 92.6 million, a decrease of 15.6% compared to the previous year[8] - Revenue for the fiscal year decreased by 17.1 million MYR or 15.6%, totaling 92.6 million MYR compared to 109.7 million MYR in 2017[20] - The revenue from elastic textiles decreased by 10.4 million MYR or 17.8%, despite a 1.1% increase in sales volume[15] - The revenue from woven products decreased by 4.2 million MYR or 11.2%, primarily due to currency depreciation and lower average selling prices[16] - Other products' revenue decreased by 2.5 million MYR or 18.9%, mainly due to the exclusion of sales from a subsidiary that became an associate company[17] - Gross profit decreased by 9.2 million MYR or 30.5%, resulting in a gross profit margin decline from 27.6% to 22.7%[23] - Operating profit for the fiscal year was 0.9 million MYR, down 89.5% from 8.6 million MYR in 2017[28] - Total sales cost for the fiscal year was 71.6 million MYR, a decrease of 10.0% from 79.5 million MYR in 2017[22] - Administrative expenses decreased by 5.4 million MYR or 24.1%, primarily due to reduced listing expenses[26] - Cash and cash equivalents were approximately 31.6 million MYR, down from 36.4 million MYR in 2017[30] Business Developments - The company entered a business collaboration with Philipp Plein International, gaining distribution and retail rights in Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia[9] - A flagship store is planned to open in the second quarter of 2019 at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore[9] - The company is in the process of acquiring 100% equity in Meinaide Holdings Group Limited, which specializes in manufacturing polyethylene foam boards[9] - The collaboration with Philipp Plein and the acquisition of Meinaide are expected to provide long-term positive returns for the company[10] - The group has entered into a conditional sale agreement to acquire Meinaide Holdings Group Limited for 140 million HKD, to be settled by issuing 56 million shares at an issue price of 2.50 HKD per share[40] Market Conditions - The global growth rate is expected to slow in 2019, with uncertainties from trade deficits and Brexit impacting the market[10] - Rising raw material costs are identified as a new risk for manufacturers in the current environment[10] - The ongoing trade disputes between the US and China, along with Brexit, have increased market uncertainty, leading to a decline in global growth forecasts[53] - The company is closely monitoring raw material prices and will adjust procurement plans and pricing strategies as necessary[53] Employee and Management Insights - The company acknowledges the hard work of its management and employees in achieving positive results in a challenging environment[11] - The group employed 825 employees as of December 31, 2018, a decrease from 912 employees in 2017, with employee costs for the fiscal year amounting to approximately 28.8 million MYR, down from 31.5 million MYR in 2017[38] - Pelikan International Corporation Bhd. has been led by a senior vice president responsible for overall operations and financial management since November 2007[80] - The company has a strong management team with extensive experience in finance, production, and sales, including over 30 years in the textile and rubber industries[93][95] Risk Management - The group faces various risks including operational, market, liquidity, credit, and regulatory risks, with a risk management policy in place to identify and manage these risks[138] - The company has established a framework to identify and monitor significant international sanction risks[161] - The risk management committee may seek external legal advice on international sanctions when deemed necessary[160] Corporate Governance - The board includes independent directors with diverse backgrounds, contributing to strategic decision-making and governance[82][90] - The company has established committees for audit, remuneration, and risk management to ensure effective oversight and compliance[86] - The independent auditor for the financial year is Hong Kong Shinewing CPA Limited, which will be proposed for reappointment at the upcoming annual general meeting[184] - The company has complied with the corporate governance code provisions during the financial year[189] Future Outlook - The company provided guidance for the next fiscal year, projecting revenue growth of B% and an expected total revenue of $C million[61] - New product launches are anticipated to contribute an additional $D million in revenue, with a focus on expanding the product line[62] - The company is investing in new technology development, allocating $E million towards R&D initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency[63] - Market expansion plans include entering F new markets, which are expected to generate an estimated $G million in additional revenue[64] Community Engagement - The company has been actively involved in community affairs and political engagement, enhancing its corporate social responsibility profile[87]
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