Financial Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2024, the company recorded a net profit attributable to shareholders of approximately HKD 66 million and a basic earnings per share of HKD 3.02, compared to a net loss of approximately HKD 2 million and a basic loss per share of HKD 0.12 for the same period in 2023[17]. - The company's revenue for the first half of 2024 was approximately HKD 209,000,000, representing a 33% increase compared to the same period in 2023, driven by growth in hotel operations and property sales[19]. - The group reported a total revenue of HKD 208.743 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, with a gross profit of HKD 105.155 million, resulting in an operating profit of HKD 34.485 million, a significant improvement from an operating loss of HKD 25.858 million in the previous year[29]. - The net profit for the period was HKD 66.108 million, compared to a loss of HKD 3.404 million in the same period last year, with basic and diluted earnings per share both at HKD 0.0302[29]. - The group reported a total comprehensive income of HKD 28.094 million for the period, compared to a comprehensive loss of HKD 26.916 million in the previous year[30]. Market Conditions - The average daily market turnover during the period decreased by 4%, reflecting continued pressure on trading and corporate financing activities due to low demand[17]. - The company's financial services segment, including brokerage and underwriting, faced significant challenges due to high inflation, recession risks, and geopolitical conflicts, resulting in a volatile market environment[17]. - The overall environment for financial service providers in Hong Kong remains particularly challenging due to high interest rates and concerns over corporate profitability[17]. - The company anticipates a challenging global economic environment in the second half of 2024, influenced by geopolitical issues and inflationary pressures[18]. Business Segments - The financial services division reported an operating profit of approximately HKD 10,000,000, a slight decrease from the same period in 2023, primarily due to a decline in brokerage and underwriting commission income[20]. - The property and hotel division recorded an operating loss of HKD 25,000,000, a 59% increase in losses compared to the same period in 2023, mainly due to fair value losses on investment properties[22]. - Revenue from the hotel and golf course business increased by 37% compared to the same period in 2023, primarily due to growth in room revenue from the hotel in Paris[23]. - The company confirmed some sales from properties located in Huangshan, although there were slight valuation losses on other property projects, indicating a challenging market environment[17]. Economic Outlook - The global economic outlook remains cautiously optimistic, with central banks facing challenges from inflation and geopolitical tensions, impacting economic growth[16]. - The Chinese economy showed slight signs of stabilization in the real estate market, supported by government stimulus measures aimed at easing liquidity conditions[16]. Financial Position - The company’s net asset value increased by 1% to approximately HKD 2,464,000,000 as of June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 2,432,000,000 as of December 31, 2023[19]. - As of June 30, 2024, the group raised secured bank loans amounting to approximately HKD 159 million, down from HKD 184 million as of December 31, 2023, while cash reserves stood at approximately HKD 252 million, down from HKD 342 million[24]. - The capital-to-debt ratio decreased to 6.5% as of June 30, 2024, compared to 7.6% as of December 31, 2023[24]. - Total liabilities, including accounts payable and other payables, amounted to HKD 2,405,611,000 as of June 30, 2024, down from HKD 2,602,267,000 as of December 31, 2023, reflecting a decrease of about 7.6%[60]. Operational Efficiency - The company plans to enhance digitalization and automation in financial services to improve customer experience and operational efficiency[18]. - The company will maintain strict cost control and prudent risk management measures in response to ongoing uncertainties in the recovery path[18]. Employee and Management - The group employed 543 staff as of June 30, 2024, a decrease from 568 staff a year earlier, with total employee costs for the six months amounting to approximately HKD 97 million[28]. - Total remuneration for key management increased to HKD 7,114,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to HKD 6,913,000 in the previous year, reflecting a growth of approximately 2.9%[74]. Corporate Governance - The company has complied with all provisions of the Corporate Governance Code, except for the deviation regarding the roles of the chairman and CEO being held by the same person[88]. - The Audit Committee has reviewed the unaudited consolidated interim results for the six months ending June 30, 2024, prior to board approval[91].
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