Financial Performance - The company reported a revenue of HKD 1,208,819,000 for the six months ending September 30, 2024, representing a 21% increase from HKD 1,002,400,000 in the same period last year[2]. - Profit attributable to equity holders was HKD 65,160,000, up 29% from HKD 50,501,000 year-on-year[3]. - Basic earnings per share increased to HKD 10.3 cents, a 29% rise compared to HKD 8.0 cents in the previous year[3]. - The gross profit for the period was HKD 276,974,000, compared to HKD 246,498,000 last year[4]. - Total comprehensive income for the period was HKD 65,833,000, compared to a loss of HKD 68,907,000 in the same period last year[6]. - The adjusted profit before tax for the group was HKD 78,997,000, compared to HKD 63,722,000 in the previous year, marking a 24% increase[18]. - The cost of goods sold for the period was HKD 931,845,000, up from HKD 755,902,000, indicating a rise in production costs[18]. Assets and Equity - The total assets reached HKD 4,335,067,000, reflecting a 10% growth from HKD 3,925,071,000[2]. - The company's net current assets amounted to HKD 2,023,307,000, a 5% increase from HKD 1,926,849,000[2]. - The company's total equity attributable to equity holders increased to HKD 3,094,076,000, up from HKD 2,935,393,000, a 5% rise[2]. - As of September 30, 2024, the group's net current assets amounted to HKD 20.23 billion, a 2% increase from HKD 19.85 billion on March 31, 2024[49]. - Cash and bank balances (including pledged deposits) were HKD 8.94 billion, up from HKD 8.74 billion on March 31, 2024, reflecting an increase of HKD 200 million[49]. - The group has no bank loans as of September 30, 2024, maintaining a net cash position of HKD 8.94 billion[49]. Revenue Segmentation - Revenue from the mainland China and Hong Kong segment reached HKD 890,834,000, a 22.6% increase from HKD 726,760,000 in the same period last year[16]. - The Taiwan segment reported revenue of HKD 21,441,000, up from HKD 17,805,000, while the segment incurred a loss of HKD 4,848,000 compared to a loss of HKD 2,993,000 last year[16]. - Revenue from other overseas countries was HKD 296,544,000, an increase of 15% from HKD 257,835,000 in the previous year[16]. - The group's total revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 1,208,819,000, compared to HKD 1,002,400,000 for the same period in 2023, reflecting a growth of 20.6%[16]. - The company's revenue from mainland China and Hong Kong reached HKD 891 million, a 23% increase from HKD 727 million in the previous year[43]. - Revenue from Taiwan increased by 17% to HKD 21 million, up from HKD 18 million in the previous year[43]. - International market revenue rose by 16% to HKD 297 million, compared to HKD 257 million in the previous year[45]. Dividends - The company declared a cash dividend of HKD 3.8 cents per share, a 27% increase from HKD 3.0 cents previously[2]. - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.038 per share, totaling HKD 23,960,000, compared to HKD 0.030 per share and HKD 18,916,000 in the previous year[23]. - Basic earnings per share for the period were HKD 65,160,000, an increase from HKD 50,501,000 in the same period last year[24]. - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.038 per share, up from HKD 0.030 per share in the previous year[37]. Operational Insights - The company launched several new products, including a 550-ton dual-board model and various electric and hybrid models, enhancing its product line[47]. - The company achieved a breakthrough in pre-melting technology with a shot weight of 280 kg, successfully implemented in a 4500-ton dual-board machine[48]. - The total number of full-time employees as of September 30, 2024, was approximately 2,500, up from 2,400 on March 31, 2024[62]. Market Outlook and Strategy - The GDP growth rate in mainland China is projected to remain around 5%, supported by government investment in infrastructure and manufacturing[44]. - The overall economic environment remains uncertain, with inflation easing but geopolitical tensions and high public debt posing risks to global stability[40]. - The group anticipates facing multiple challenges in the second half of the fiscal year, with a conservative investment attitude from global customers due to market uncertainties[63]. - The strategy for the second half of the year includes increased resources for market promotion, launching more industry-specific models, and technological innovation[63]. Financial Management and Risks - The group has implemented a robust financial management policy to ensure sufficient liquidity for capital investments and operational needs[50]. - The group has assessed foreign currency risks and has strategies in place to mitigate these risks, particularly concerning fluctuations in the Renminbi[59]. - The group has not made any significant investments, acquisitions, or disposals in its subsidiaries or associates during the six months ended September 30, 2024[54]. Compliance and Governance - The company has adopted a code of conduct for directors' securities trading, which is at least as stringent as the standards set out in the Listing Rules Appendix C3[66]. - No purchases, sales, or redemptions of the company's listed securities were made by the company or any of its subsidiaries in the six months ending September 30, 2024[68]. - The audit committee and management have reviewed the unaudited interim results for the six months ending September 30, 2024, including discussions on internal controls and financial reporting matters[69].
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