Financial Performance - The company's consolidated profit attributable to equity shareholders for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD 87,330,000, compared to HKD 45,250,000 for the same period in 2023, representing an increase of 93.4%[8] - The earnings per share for the first half of 2024 was HKD 0.257, up from HKD 0.133 in the first half of 2023[8] - The interim dividend declared for 2024 is HKD 0.05 per share, an increase from HKD 0.03 per share in 2023[8] - The overall operating profit was negatively impacted by the depreciation of the Vietnamese Dong, despite the revenue from the sale of the Canadian hotel asset amounting to HKD 156.2 million[13] - The operating profit for the group in the first half of 2024 was HKD 250,400,000, an increase from HKD 124,600,000 in the same period of 2023[28] - The profit attributable to equity shareholders for the first half of 2024 was HKD 87,300,000, compared to HKD 45,300,000 in the first half of 2023[28] - The net profit for the period was HKD 137,639,000, up 54.3% from HKD 89,144,000 in the prior year[58] - Basic and diluted earnings per share rose to 25.7 cents, compared to 13.3 cents for the same period last year, marking a 93.2% increase[56] - The total comprehensive income for the period was HKD 121,608,000, compared to HKD 90,065,000 in the same period last year, reflecting a growth of 35.1%[59] Revenue and Income Sources - In the first half of 2024, total revenue from the hotel business decreased to HKD 758.4 million, down from HKD 783.1 million in the same period of 2023, primarily due to the strategic sale of a hotel property in Canada[13] - Revenue from hotel and club operations for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was HKD 761,300, a decrease of 3.15% from HKD 786,141 in the same period of 2023[72] - Rental income from properties in Macau increased from HKD 40,600,000 in the same period of 2023 to HKD 42,800,000 in the first half of 2024, reflecting a growth of 5.4%[11] - Rental income increased to HKD 44,215, up 5.99% from HKD 41,884 year-on-year[72] - Other income, including interest income and dividends from listed securities, totaled HKD 46,907, an increase from HKD 35,737 in the previous year[82] Market and Economic Conditions - Macau's GDP is expected to grow by 17.5% compared to 2023, reaching 87.5% of pre-pandemic levels[10] - Visitor numbers to Macau exceeded 16.7 million, a 43.6% increase year-on-year, with international visitors rising by 146.4%[10] - The unemployment rate in Macau improved from 2.8% in Q2 2023 to 1.9% in Q2 2024[10] - The hotel industry is expected to maintain stability and gradually improve in the second half of 2024, supported by strengthened domestic tourism policies and a steady increase in international arrivals[14] - The global hotel industry is expected to gradually recover in the second half of 2024, supported by a downward trend in interest rates, which will boost consumer spending on travel and accommodation[33] Property and Investment Performance - The fair value of investment properties in Macau decreased by HKD 41,000,000 in 2024, compared to a decrease of HKD 7,000,000 in 2023[11] - The company reported a fair value loss on investment properties of HKD 41,000,000, compared to a loss of HKD 7,000,000 in the previous year[56] - The luxury residential market is expected to stabilize due to limited supply, while inflation, interest rates, and the recovery of the Chinese economy will continue to influence market dynamics[32] - The real estate market in Macau is anticipated to face significant challenges, with a slow recovery outlook due to high interest rates and cautious investor sentiment[32] Financial Position and Liabilities - As of June 30, 2024, the group's total liabilities accounted for 33.0% of total assets, down from 35.5% as of December 31, 2023[29] - The group held cash, bank balances, and short-term bank deposits totaling HKD 1,489,400,000 as of June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 1,511,700,000 as of December 31, 2023[29] - The company's total assets as of June 30, 2024, were HKD 3,687,684,000, a slight decrease from HKD 3,801,939,000 at the end of 2023[61] - The total current liabilities as of June 30, 2024, amounted to HKD 831,538,000, an increase of 4.2% from HKD 798,735,000 at the end of 2023[64] - The company's total equity as of June 30, 2024, was HKD 3,753,744,000, slightly up from HKD 3,739,798,000 at the end of 2023[64] Employee and Operational Insights - The group employs approximately 1,798 employees, focusing on local hiring policies to ensure relevant qualifications and experience[34] - Employee costs rose to HKD 318,800,000 in 2024, up from HKD 307,720,000 in 2023, marking an increase of about 3.5%[84] - The company plans to continue expanding its market presence and investing in new technologies to enhance operational efficiency[76] Corporate Governance and Shareholder Information - The company has adhered to the Corporate Governance Code principles, with a commitment to high corporate governance standards to protect shareholder interests[35] - The board structure has not separated the roles of Chairman and CEO, which the board believes has contributed to the company's strong performance over the years[36] - The beneficial owner of Kansas Holdings Limited holds 101,437,360 shares and Da Di Property Limited holds 96,646,960 shares, making them the controlling shareholders of the company[46] - The total equity percentage held by the directors in various companies ranges from 58.37% to 100%[45] Challenges and Risks - The company remains cautiously optimistic about the overall outlook for 2024, despite potential risks from geopolitical conflicts and inflation pressures[17] - The company remains cautious and pragmatic regarding acquisitions, targeting industries and regions where it has experience and comparative advantages[33] - Inflation pressures are expected to ease, particularly in advanced economies, contributing to improved demand in previously affected areas[33]
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