Financial Performance - Revenue for the year ended July 31, 2024, was HKD 2,192.8 million, an increase from HKD 1,800.5 million in the previous year, representing a growth of 21.8%[5] - Gross profit decreased to HKD 890.0 million, with a gross margin of 40.6%, down from HKD 902.0 million and a gross margin of 50.1% in the prior year[5] - Operating profit significantly improved to HKD 869.6 million, with an operating profit margin of 39.7%, compared to HKD 165.5 million and 9.2% in the previous year[5] - The net loss attributable to shareholders was HKD 267.7 million, a reduction from a loss of HKD 584.7 million, resulting in a net loss margin of -12.2% compared to -32.5%[5] - Adjusted EBITDA increased to HKD 782 million, representing a year-on-year growth of 35.7%[6] - The company reported a net loss attributable to shareholders of HKD 267.7 million, an improvement from the previous fiscal year's loss of HKD 584.7 million[6] - The adjusted EBITDA for the fiscal year ending July 31, 2024, is approximately HKD 782 million, compared to HKD 576.1 million for the previous year, representing a 35.7% increase[13] - The group incurred a loss before tax of HKD 233,944,000, compared to a loss of HKD 430,928,000 in the prior year, indicating an improvement in financial performance[90] - The group reported a net loss of HKD 349,165,000 for the year, an improvement from a loss of HKD 689,353,000 in the previous year[90] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets attributable to shareholders decreased to HKD 12,319.2 million from HKD 12,777.9 million[5] - Net debt stood at HKD 7,996.1 million, down from HKD 8,146.5 million, indicating improved financial leverage[5] - The current ratio improved to 2.3 from 1.7, reflecting better short-term financial health[5] - Total capital resources of the group were approximately HKD 4,787.5 million, including cash and bank balances of about HKD 1,857.1 million[6] - Total borrowings decreased to HKD 9,853.2 million, a reduction of 7.2% year-on-year[6] - The group has total liabilities of HKD 15,763,659,000, down from HKD 17,608,568,000 in the previous year, reflecting a reduction in debt levels[94] - The group holds cash and bank balances of HKD 1,857,100,000, with 78% in RMB, 20% in HKD, and 2% in USD, indicating a diversified currency exposure[86] Rental and Property Income - Rental income from the leasing portfolio was HKD 995.4 million, up 11.3% year-on-year, maintaining stable occupancy rates[6] - The group's rental income for the year ended July 31, 2024, reached HKD 715.7 million, an increase of approximately 11.1% compared to HKD 644.4 million in the previous fiscal year[35] - The total rental income from properties in Guangzhou increased by 305.7% to HKD 43.0 million for the year ended July 31, 2024[38] - The overall rental income from the group's major properties showed a stable performance despite a challenging economic environment and ample market supply[34] Market and Economic Conditions - The geopolitical instability and high inflation pressures continue to pose challenges to the global economic outlook, affecting business activities[18] - The GDP growth target for mainland China in 2024 is approximately 5.0%, reflecting challenges from economic slowdown[19] - In May 2024, mainland China's housing prices fell at the fastest rate in nearly a decade due to oversupply and shrinking demand[19] - The central government has implemented various measures to stabilize the real estate market, including lowering down payment requirements and mortgage rates[19] Development Projects - The group achieved significant breakthroughs in the e-commerce center established by Hengqin Innovation, with the first phase fully operational[6] - The "Hengqin Innovation Park" project has been officially approved, positioning Hengqin as a strategic hub for cross-border e-commerce development[22] - The second phase of the Innovation Park has received government approval for the development of eight residential buildings for affordable rental housing, addressing the growing demand in the area[26] - The group is currently selling remaining units in the Zhongshan Palm Rainbow Garden and cultural studios in the first phase of the Innovation Park, which are expected to contribute to future revenue[26] Employee and Workforce Management - The group employed approximately 1,500 employees as of July 31, 2024, emphasizing the importance of a stable workforce for ongoing success[89] - The employee turnover rate stands at 37%, indicating a focus on attracting, training, and retaining talent[137] - A total of over 48,000 training hours were provided to employees, emphasizing the importance of lifelong learning and skill development[147] - The group conducts performance evaluations biannually in July and December, with outstanding employees receiving promotions and salary increases[148] Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Initiatives - The company has identified nine sustainable development goals that are most relevant to its business operations and has outlined its contributions in the ESG report[101] - The company systematically assesses ESG-related risks and develops risk mitigation plans as part of its broader enterprise risk management process[105] - The group has established qualitative environmental goals for property investment, including reducing energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and waste generation[110] - The company aims to achieve international green building certifications for its properties, with Shanghai Hong Kong Plaza preparing to submit for LEED certification[116] Community Engagement and Social Responsibility - The company actively participates in local community activities, demonstrating its commitment to social welfare and positive community impact[176] - The company donated RMB 10,000 to the Green Beauty Guangzhou Ecological Construction Special Fund and raised RMB 20,000 during a charity walk in Zhongshan[175] - The company has established policies to understand community needs and ensure business activities consider community interests[197] Customer Satisfaction and Quality Management - Customer satisfaction scores for nine surveyed properties in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hengqin, and Zhongshan exceeded 94%[156] - The latest customer satisfaction score for the Shanghai Ascott Huaihai Road serviced apartment reached 97 points[160] - The company has implemented a standard complaint handling guideline to ensure professional management of customer complaints[157] - The company has obtained various quality management and excellence service certifications for multiple properties, ensuring compliance with industry best practices[155]
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