Financial Performance - Total revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 3,318,000, an increase of 24.4% compared to HKD 2,668,000 for the same period in 2023[1] - The net loss attributable to shareholders for the period was HKD 6,966,000, a significant improvement from a net loss of HKD 27,695,000 in the previous year[1] - The company reported a realized loss of HKD 675,000 from the sale of equity instruments measured at fair value through profit or loss, compared to a loss of HKD 4,958,000 in the prior year[1] - Revenue increased from approximately HKD 2,700,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2023, to approximately HKD 3,300,000 for the same period in 2024, representing a growth of approximately 24.4%[43] - Loss attributable to owners decreased from approximately HKD 27,700,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2023, to approximately HKD 7,000,000 for the same period in 2024[43] Assets and Liabilities - The total assets as of September 30, 2024, were HKD 151,896,000, a decrease from HKD 158,862,000 as of March 31, 2024[8] - The net asset value per share decreased to HKD 0.37 from HKD 0.39 in the previous period[11] - The company's cash and cash equivalents amount to approximately HKD 1,000,000 as of September 30, 2024, a decrease from approximately HKD 7,100,000 as of March 31, 2024[74] - The group's debt-to-equity ratio stands at 4.5% as of September 30, 2024, compared to 3.9% as of March 31, 2024, indicating a slight increase[76] - The group has no significant contingent liabilities as of September 30, 2024[79] Investments - The fair value of listed equity investments in Hong Kong as of September 30, 2024, is HKD 98,667,000, down from HKD 104,196,000 as of March 31, 2024[30] - The total fair value of debt investments as of September 30, 2024, is HKD 13,271,000, with a significant investment in China 333 Media Group Limited valued at HKD 13,271,000[30] - The group's investment portfolio value was approximately HKD 151,800,000, primarily consisting of unlisted equity securities, unlisted debt securities, and listed equity securities[45] - Significant investments included equity investments in Ying Group Holdings Limited (fair value HKD 15.4 million, 9.7% of total assets) and Hui Long Holdings Limited (fair value HKD 14.3 million, 9.0% of total assets)[47] - The group has approximately HKD 98,600,000 in highly liquid listed securities as of September 30, 2024[74] Operating Expenses - Operating expenses for the period included total employee costs of HKD 208,000, down from HKD 476,000 in the previous year[25] - The company incurred management fees of HKD 360,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, consistent with the previous year[37] Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The company did not declare any dividends for the six months ended September 30, 2024, consistent with the previous year[27] - The company has not proposed any interim dividend for the six months ending September 30, 2024, compared to no dividend in the same period of 2023[71] Business Strategy and Future Outlook - The group plans to continue expanding its lending business through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, focusing on risk management strategies to balance long-term risks and returns[50] - The group recognizes the potential of the healthcare sector and aims to explore investment opportunities within this industry to create sustainable returns[51] - 汇隆集团计划在2024/2025年度检讨资产结构和业务策略，以应对经济不稳定性[54] - 汇隆集团将继续专注于高利润率及具发展潜力的业务分部，如借贷业务[54] - 汇隆集团将积极探索适宜的投资机会，以推动业务整体发展[55] Management and Governance - The board is actively seeking suitable candidates to fill the vacancies of the chairman and CEO roles, which should be separated as per governance guidelines[81] Miscellaneous - The company has not engaged in any significant acquisitions or disposals of subsidiaries during the six months ending September 30, 2024[75] - The company has no specific plans for significant investments or capital assets as of the announcement date[70] - The company has not entered into any foreign currency hedging contracts during the period[78]
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