Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 694.7 million, a decrease of 3.5% from HKD 717.5 million in the same period of 2023[3]. - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 98.7 million, down from HKD 104.1 million, reflecting a decline of 5.3%[3]. - Profit attributable to owners of the company was HKD 20.3 million, an increase of 3.1% compared to HKD 19.7 million in 2023[3]. - Basic earnings per share increased to HKD 7.14 from HKD 6.90, representing a growth of 3.5%[3]. - Operating profit for the period was HKD 23.3 million, down from HKD 26.2 million, a decrease of 11.1%[6]. - The company reported a total comprehensive income of HKD 22.6 million for the period, compared to a loss of HKD 0.9 million in the previous year[14]. - Revenue from external customers for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 694,741,000, a decrease from HKD 717,521,000 in the same period of 2023[37]. - The group reported a net loss of HKD 2,156,000 from other losses for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a net loss of HKD 1,232,000 in 2023[41]. Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The board declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.04 per share, consistent with the previous year[3]. - The total interim dividend declared was HKD 11,392,000, consistent with the previous year, maintaining a dividend per share of 4.0 HK cents[59]. - The company's profit attributable to owners for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 20,344,000, compared to HKD 19,653,000 for the same period in 2023, representing an increase of 3.5%[53]. - Basic earnings per share for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was 7.14 HK cents, up from 6.90 HK cents in 2023, reflecting a growth of 3.5%[55]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of September 30, 2024, amounted to HKD 1,141.3 million, an increase from HKD 1,079.1 million as of March 31, 2024[17]. - Total liabilities increased to HKD 347.0 million from HKD 296.1 million, reflecting a rise of 17.2%[20]. - The total assets as of September 30, 2024, amounted to HKD 1,141,311,000, while total liabilities were HKD 347,021,000[35]. - Total liabilities related to trade payables and other payables reached HKD 299,530,000 as of September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 227,909,000 as of March 31, 2024[68]. - The group's total liabilities as of March 31, 2024, were HKD 296,062,000, with classified liabilities of HKD 236,250,000[37]. Cash and Cash Equivalents - Cash and cash equivalents rose significantly to HKD 281.5 million from HKD 161.9 million, an increase of 73.8%[17]. - The total cash and cash equivalents as of September 30, 2024, were HKD 27,498,000[35]. - As of September 30, 2024, the group's cash and bank balance was approximately HKD 281.5 million, an increase from HKD 161.9 million as of March 31, 2024[78]. - Total bank borrowings amounted to HKD 10.3 million as of September 30, 2024, down from HKD 40.8 million as of March 31, 2024[78]. - The net cash position (total bank borrowings minus cash and cash equivalents) was HKD 271.3 million as of September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 121.1 million as of March 31, 2024[78]. Segment Performance - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 694,741,000, with electronic products contributing HKD 666,027,000 and pet-related products contributing HKD 131,005,000[30]. - The electronic products segment generated sales of HKD 594.5 million, accounting for 85.6% of total sales, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 0.7%[71]. - The pet business experienced a sales decline of 21.3%, with revenue of HKD 100.2 million, representing 14.4% of total sales[73]. - The company anticipates stable growth in the pet business, focusing on consumer demand for pet electronics and health food, particularly in Southeast Asia[76]. - The professional audio equipment segment is expected to maintain stable revenue, supported by a mature product line and market demand[74]. Financial Management and Strategy - The company has not adopted the new accounting standards that will take effect in the upcoming fiscal years, indicating no significant impact on current and foreseeable transactions[27]. - The company is evaluating the financial impact of the new accounting standards and expects no major effects on the reporting period[27]. - The company is actively negotiating repayment plans for overdue amounts from Guangdong Fuchuan, with a receivable amount of approximately HKD 22,041,000 as of September 30, 2024[62]. - The company has successfully requested Guangdong Fuchuan to settle overdue amounts through the transfer of properties valued at 80% of market price[62]. - The company has improved its net cash position, providing flexibility to allocate resources to promising development projects and investment opportunities[76]. Employee and Operational Insights - The group employed approximately 2,016 staff as of September 30, 2024, with 52 based in Hong Kong and the remainder primarily in mainland China and Vietnam[84]. - The company has maintained a consistent credit period of 30 to 60 days for its customers, applying a simplified approach to measure expected credit losses[63]. Market Outlook - The company is optimistic about the future, leveraging its diversified business strategy and "China +1" approach to navigate market uncertainties and seize growth opportunities[74]. - The IoT business has expanded its product offerings and partnerships, contributing significantly to revenue growth and addressing various application scenarios[71]. - The group plans to continue investing in product development and innovative sales strategies to adapt to the evolving pet market[73].
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