Financial Performance - Revenue from continuing operations for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was $743.0 million, an increase of 29.5% year-over-year[2]. - Gross profit from continuing operations for the same period was $245.8 million, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 15.2%[2]. - Profit from continuing operations decreased to $29.6 million, a decline of 35.9% compared to the previous year[2]. - EBITDA for the reporting period decreased by 43.0% to approximately $41.7 million[2]. - Adjusted EBITDA fell by 64.4% to approximately $28.1 million[2]. - Basic earnings per share for the period was $0.6 cents, down from $3.7 cents in the previous year[7]. - Total comprehensive income for the period was $29.6 million, compared to $139.5 million in the prior year[9]. - The operating profit before tax for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was $36,784 thousand, compared to $53,306 thousand for the same period in 2023, indicating a decrease of 30.9%[24]. - Total tax expenses for continuing operations amounted to $7,221 thousand, slightly up from $7,149 thousand in the previous year[31]. - Net profit from continuing operations decreased by approximately 35.9% from about $46.2 million in the six months ended June 30, 2023, to approximately $29.6 million in the same period of 2024[90]. - Adjusted net profit for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was $29.6 million, a decrease from $46.2 million in the same period of 2023, representing a decline of 36.5%[92]. Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets as of June 30, 2024, totaled $423.5 million, an increase from $381.4 million as of December 31, 2023[13]. - Current assets amounted to $976.7 million, a decrease from $1,021.9 million at the end of the previous year[13]. - Current liabilities totalled $667,619, a decrease of 3.1% from $694,758[15]. - Non-current liabilities increased to $15,003, up 44.8% from $10,368[16]. - Total equity reached $717,582, reflecting a growth of 2.0% compared to $698,165[17]. - Net assets amounted to $732,585, an increase of 3.9% from $708,533[15]. - The company reported a decrease in accounts payable and notes payable to $485,029, down from $472,410[15]. - The lease liabilities rose significantly to $9,514, compared to $3,177 previously[16]. - Total accounts receivable and notes receivable as of June 30, 2024, amounted to $353,375,000, down from $395,804,000 as of December 31, 2023[43]. - Total accounts payable and notes payable as of June 30, 2024, increased to $485,029,000 from $472,410,000 as of December 31, 2023[44]. - The company's debt-to-equity ratio as of June 30, 2024, was 2.1%, an increase of 1.3 percentage points from 0.8% as of December 31, 2023, mainly due to an increase in lease liabilities during the reporting period[100]. Market Performance - Revenue from the China market was $478,423 thousand, slightly down from $482,308 thousand, indicating a decrease of 0.2%[27]. - SharkNinja's revenue in the Asia-Pacific region (excluding mainland China) reached $123.1 million in the first half of 2024, a 153.3% increase from $48.6 million in the same period last year, driven by strong sales of Shark vacuum cleaners and Ninja kitchen appliances[51]. - In Japan, Shark's cordless upright vacuum cleaner category saw retail sales points grow by 37.4% year-on-year in the first half of 2024, while the overall category only grew by 8.5%, increasing Shark's value share to 16.9%, up 360 basis points from the previous year[52]. - The Joyoung division maintained its leadership in the Chinese small appliance industry, focusing on health and innovation, with successful products like the third-generation non-stick rice cooker and silent blender gaining traction in more households[48]. - Joyoung's new non-stick rice cooker features dual-core cooling systems and advanced heating technologies, achieving a national II-level non-stick standard and enhancing the cooking experience for various rice types[48]. - The new R5 Pro water purifier incorporates a comprehensive antibacterial system, ensuring safe drinking water and providing hot water in approximately six seconds, with a six-year long-lasting filter[49]. - The business in Australia and New Zealand achieved a net income growth of 333.0% year-on-year in the first half of 2024[54]. - Shark cordless vacuum cleaners experienced a growth rate of 650% in Australia, driven by the successful launch of Detect Pro and accelerated development of Stratos[54]. - The Ninja brand in Australia saw a 400% increase in the blender category and a 350% increase in the heating category[54]. Strategic Initiatives - The company focuses on three core competitive strengths: developing innovative products with design appeal, implementing diverse branding and marketing activities, and establishing a comprehensive sales network[46]. - The company aims to enhance global household quality of life through revolutionary innovation and design-driven smart home products[46]. - The company is accelerating its presence in the Asia-Pacific market while continuing to deepen its core business with trusted leading brands[46]. - Joyoung is actively expanding its retail channels, focusing on e-commerce platforms like Xiaohongshu and Douyin, and enhancing its digital marketing capabilities to improve brand recommendation value and attract new users[50]. - The company is strengthening its direct sales teams and self-operated stores to better connect with consumers and adapt to market trends, aiming for sustainable high-quality development[50]. - The company is committed to enhancing its product offerings and market presence through continuous technological innovation and strategic partnerships[47]. - The company aims to achieve sustainable growth through strategies such as developing innovative small appliance products and expanding sales networks and product categories[106]. - The company is actively seeking potential strategic partnerships and acquisitions to enhance its market presence[106]. - The company plans to evaluate and develop targeted market strategies for untapped regions in the Asia-Pacific, including the Philippines and Indonesia[110]. Operational Efficiency - Capital expenditures for the six months ended June 30, 2024, totaled $22,336 thousand, significantly higher than $2,370 thousand in the same period of 2023[24]. - The company reported a net cash inflow of $16,491,000 from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2023[37]. - The company has no significant contingent liabilities as of June 30, 2024, indicating a stable financial position[105]. - The company has no borrowings as of June 30, 2024, reflecting a strong liquidity position[102]. - The company will continue to focus on the small home appliance sector, emphasizing user demand and product innovation[107]. - The company is providing procurement services to SharkNinja's non-Asia Pacific business, generating a revenue of $25.0 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024[93]. - The company is engaged in product development and transitional services, generating a revenue of $2.5 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024[93]. Governance and Compliance - The company has established four board committees, including the Strategy Committee and Audit Committee, in compliance with corporate governance regulations[113]. - Maximilian Walter Conze was appointed as an independent non-executive director on May 22, 2024[119]. - The company has adhered to all applicable corporate governance codes during the reporting period, with a noted exception regarding the roles of the Chairman and CEO[116]. - The company did not conduct any significant investments during the reporting period[120]. - No major acquisitions or sales of subsidiaries, joint ventures, or associates were undertaken during the reporting period[120]. - The board does not recommend any interim dividend for the six months ending June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 0.0392 per share for the same period ending June 30, 2023[121].
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