Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the company reported revenue of HKD 10 million, a decrease of 90.1% from HKD 101 million in the same period last year[3]. - The group recorded a loss attributable to owners of the company of HKD 504 million, compared to a loss of HKD 161 million in the previous year, representing an increase of 212.4%[3][10]. - The basic loss per share was HKD 0.56, compared to HKD 0.18 in the same period last year[3]. - The group reported a revenue of HKD 9,697,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, a decrease of 90.4% compared to HKD 100,848,000 for the same period in 2023[53]. - The total comprehensive loss for the period was HKD (479,205,000), compared to HKD (244,867,000) in the same period last year, highlighting increased financial challenges[55]. - The group incurred a total operating loss of HKD 109,651,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a loss of HKD 72,421,000 in the prior year[75]. - The group reported a basic and diluted loss per share of HKD 555.56 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 176.00 in the same period of 2023[82]. - The total loss attributable to owners of the company for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 504,298,000, significantly higher than the loss of HKD 161,039,000 in the prior year[82]. Asset Management - The group recognized impairment losses on commercial property inventory of HKD 85 million and a fair value decrease of HKD 45 million on investment properties[10]. - Non-current assets decreased to HKD 2,551,016,000 as of September 30, 2024, down from HKD 3,194,076,000 as of March 31, 2024, indicating a reduction in asset value[58]. - The group’s equity in the joint venture, Beijing Poly, was fully impaired at HKD 136,223,000 as of March 31, 2024, resulting in a net book value of zero as of September 30, 2024[85]. - The group has pledged assets totaling HKD 1,015,500,000 in joint ventures and HKD 424,000,000 in investment properties as collateral for bank financing[47]. Cash Flow and Debt - The group recorded a loss attributable to shareholders of HKD 504,300,000 and an operating cash outflow of HKD 58,600,000 during the period[39]. - The group has bank and other borrowings totaling HKD 1,182,900,000, while cash and cash equivalents stand at HKD 17,200,000, indicating significant uncertainty regarding the group's ability to continue as a going concern[39]. - As of September 30, 2024, the total borrowings of the group amounted to HKD 982,900,000, with HKD 396,000,000 overdue[38]. - The total bank and other borrowings of the Group were HKD 1,182,900,000, resulting in a net debt-to-equity ratio of 0.47 as of September 30, 2024[37]. - The company is actively seeking refinancing for its overdue borrowings of HKD 396,000,000, with HKD 4,700,000 already repaid[65]. Operational Challenges - The group anticipates ongoing business challenges in the second half of the year due to economic uncertainties and potential tariffs in the US[51]. - The group continues to implement measures to control administrative and operational costs, expecting improved financial conditions and sufficient working capital for the next twelve months[44]. - The ability to continue as a going concern depends on successfully identifying buyers for asset sales, completing refinancing, and effectively controlling costs[69]. Investments and Divestitures - The group sold its 50% stake in Bayshore Ventures JV Ltd., resulting in a loss of HKD 220.4 million, but improved cash flow and reduced refinancing risks[8]. - The group sold a 10% stake in a residential redevelopment project in Vancouver, retaining an 18% stake post-transaction[19]. - On August 28, 2024, the group sold its 50% interest in a joint venture in Canada for CAD 18,500,000 (approximately HKD 106,800,000), generating cash inflow of approximately HKD 34,600,000[41]. - The group has entered into agreements to sell a 10% interest in a joint venture for CAD 5,360,000 (approximately HKD 30,600,000), which is expected to generate cash inflow of HKD 30,600,000[42]. Legal Matters - The Group has initiated legal proceedings against the major shareholder of Beijing Poly Hotel due to operational control issues, with no response received thus far[26]. - The company has initiated legal proceedings against Beijing Poly for breach of Chinese Company Law, with documents submitted to the Chinese court[87]. Corporate Governance - The group has maintained a commitment to high standards of corporate governance and compliance with regulatory requirements[93]. - The interim results for the period have not been audited or reviewed by the company's auditors, Deloitte[96]. - The mid-term performance announcement is published on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange website and the company's website[98].
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