Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the company reported revenue of HKD 86,745,000, a decrease of 4.3% from HKD 90,717,000 in the same period last year[3] - Gross profit for the same period increased to HKD 5,854,000, compared to HKD 3,539,000, reflecting a significant improvement in profitability[3] - The company recorded a net loss of HKD 9,291,000 attributable to owners, an improvement from a loss of HKD 11,908,000 in the previous year[3] - The basic loss per share improved to HKD (2.39) from HKD (3.07) in the previous year, showing a reduction in losses per share[3] - The group reported a total loss before tax of HKD 9,937,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a loss of HKD 11,633,000 in the same period of 2023[21] - The company reported a net loss attributable to shareholders of HKD 9,291,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a loss of HKD 11,908,000 for the same period in 2023, representing a 22% improvement in loss[35] - The diluted loss per share for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 31.29, compared to HKD 30.73 for the same period in 2023, indicating a slight increase in loss per share[35] - The group recorded a net loss attributable to shareholders of approximately HKD 9.3 million, a reduction of about 22.0% from approximately HKD 11.9 million in the previous period[80] Revenue Breakdown - Jewelry product sales generated revenue of HKD 6,478,000, down 22.1% from HKD 8,321,000 year-on-year[18] - Energy business revenue, including sales of refined oil and liquefied natural gas, totaled HKD 80,267,000, a slight decrease from HKD 82,396,000 in the previous year[21] - The jewelry business experienced a decline of approximately 22.1%, from about HKD 8.3 million to approximately HKD 6.5 million, primarily due to decreased sales in Hong Kong and China[61] - Energy business revenue decreased from approximately HKD 82.4 million to about HKD 80.3 million, a decline of approximately 2.6%, mainly due to reduced sales of finished oil products[69] - The sales revenue of liquefied natural gas (LNG) products remained similar to the previous year, while sales revenue from refined oil at refueling stations decreased[50] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets decreased to HKD 200,681,000 from HKD 210,033,000 as of March 31, 2024[5] - Current assets increased significantly to HKD 81,352,000 from HKD 49,289,000, indicating improved liquidity[5] - The total assets of the group as of September 30, 2024, amounted to HKD 282,033,000, an increase from HKD 259,322,000 as of March 31, 2024[25] - The group’s total liabilities increased to HKD 246,406,000 as of September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 231,494,000 as of March 31, 2024[25] - The group’s cash and cash equivalents amounted to approximately HKD 20.1 million as of September 30, 2024, up from HKD 16.3 million as of March 31, 2024[82] - The total accounts receivable as of September 30, 2024, was HKD 8,669,000, up from HKD 4,578,000 as of March 31, 2024, indicating a 89% increase in receivables[40] - The company reported a total of HKD 7,409,000 in accounts payable as of September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 3,531,000 as of March 31, 2024, representing a 110% increase in payables[43] Cash Flow and Financial Position - The company's cash and cash equivalents rose to HKD 20,130,000 from HKD 16,290,000, enhancing its financial position[5] - The group’s current assets net value was approximately HKD 16.5 million with a current ratio of 1.3 as of September 30, 2024[82] - The group’s interest-bearing bank borrowings amounted to approximately HKD 44.0 million, an increase from HKD 23.0 million as of March 31, 2024, resulting in a capital debt ratio of 123.4% compared to 82.6% previously[85] - The fair value of the convertible bonds as of September 30, 2024, was assessed at approximately HKD 41.0 million for the debt portion and HKD 8.0 million for the derivative financial instruments, compared to HKD 36.9 million and HKD 17.0 million as of March 31, 2024[87] Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to continue focusing on market expansion and new product development to drive future growth[3] - The company established an office in Shenzhen to expand LNG business into more cities in China, aiming to capture growth opportunities[51] - The company plans to expand its liquefied natural gas business through new offices in Chengdu and Shenzhen, aiming for increased market share and revenue growth[63] - The acquisition of Chengdu Huahan is expected to enhance the company's operational and management capabilities in the natural gas sector, aligning with China's energy transition goals[64] Market Conditions - The competitive landscape in the jewelry market is intensifying, with both local and international players vying for market share, impacting overall sales performance[61] - The company faced significant pressure on its solar energy business due to geopolitical tensions and trade barriers affecting solar photovoltaic products[55] - China's domestic natural gas consumption is projected to reach approximately 420 billion cubic meters in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 8.7% in the first half of the year[63] Corporate Governance and Compliance - The group has adopted corporate governance principles emphasizing effective internal controls and board accountability[99] - The audit committee has reviewed the interim financial results for the six months ending September 30, 2024, with no significant modifications required[104] - The interim report will be published on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and the company's website, ensuring compliance with all listing regulations[108] - The company maintains the required percentage of public float as per listing rules[106] Employee and Operational Updates - The group employed a total of 69 employees as of September 30, 2024, an increase from 64 employees as of March 31, 2024[93] - Administrative expenses increased by approximately 3.7% from about HKD 10.7 million to approximately HKD 11.1 million, mainly due to expenses related to the establishment of a new office in Shenzhen[75] Other Information - The company did not declare or propose any dividends during the interim period, consistent with the previous year[36] - The group had no capital commitments or significant contingent liabilities as of September 30, 2024[92] - There were no major post-reporting date events from September 30, 2024, until the date of this announcement[98] - The group has not engaged in any significant investments, acquisitions, or disposals related to subsidiaries or associates during the reporting period[96]
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