Revenue and Profitability - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 186.7 million, an increase from HKD 178.7 million in the same period last year[2] - Profit attributable to the company's owners for the same period was HKD 6.7 million, compared to HKD 6.7 million in the previous year, indicating stable performance[6] - Basic earnings per share for the period was HKD 1.61, slightly up from HKD 1.60 year-on-year[5] - The group reported total revenue of HKD 3,762,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 4,100,000 for the same period in 2023, reflecting a decrease of approximately 8.3%[27] - The group recorded a basic earnings per share of HKD 1.61 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 1.60 for the same period in 2023, indicating a slight increase[33] - Net profit for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 6.74 million, slightly up from HKD 6.72 million in 2023, while adjusted net profit excluding one-time impairment increased by approximately 141% to HKD 16.17 million[65] Assets and Equity - The company's total assets as of September 30, 2024, were HKD 396.4 million, down from HKD 412.8 million as of March 31, 2024[8] - Total equity attributable to the company's owners increased to HKD 278.5 million from HKD 272.4 million, indicating a strengthening balance sheet[11] - Cash and cash equivalents increased to HKD 171.1 million from HKD 153.9 million, reflecting improved liquidity[8] - Trade receivables as of September 30, 2024, were HKD 23.97 million, down from HKD 34.97 million as of March 31, 2024[38] - Trade payables as of September 30, 2024, were HKD 29.50 million, down from HKD 40.35 million as of March 31, 2024[46] - The group's total equity was approximately HKD 278.5 million as of September 30, 2024, up from HKD 272.4 million as of March 31, 2024[69] Profitability and Expenses - The company reported a gross profit of HKD 14.2 million, up from HKD 5.6 million in the previous year, showing a significant improvement in profitability[6] - Administrative expenses decreased to HKD 13.2 million from HKD 13.9 million, indicating cost control measures[6] - The group’s employee benefit expenses increased to HKD 38,701,000 in 2024 from HKD 37,743,000 in 2023, representing an increase of about 2.5%[28] - The group’s construction material costs decreased significantly to HKD 9,714,000 in 2024 from HKD 18,661,000 in 2023, a reduction of about 48.0%[28] - Administrative expenses remained stable at approximately HKD 13.2 million and HKD 13.9 million for the six months ended September 30, 2024, and 2023 respectively[58] Joint Ventures and Other Income - The share of profit from associates was HKD 10.9 million, an increase from HKD 9.5 million year-on-year, reflecting better performance from joint ventures[6] - The group recorded a share of profit of approximately HKD 10.9 million from a Pakistan "Belt and Road" project for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 9.5 million for the same period last year[52] - Other income for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 3.8 million, compared to HKD 4.1 million for the same period last year[56] - The group recorded a net other income of approximately HKD 295,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a net other loss of approximately HKD 283,000 for the same period last year[57] Future Outlook and Management Strategy - The company has not disclosed specific future outlook or guidance in the provided content[2] - The management team is optimistic about future prospects and is actively adjusting strategies to address financial constraints and regulatory changes[75] - The company is exploring diversification opportunities to reduce reliance on government contracts[76] - The management is committed to contributing to important infrastructure projects that benefit society[78] Financial Health and Debt - The debt-to-equity ratio was approximately 1.8% as of September 30, 2024, significantly increased from 0.2% as of March 31, 2024[69] - The company has maintained a strong cash flow and low debt ratio, ensuring competitiveness despite recent economic challenges[78] Shareholder Returns - The group does not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2024[49] - The board has resolved not to declare any interim dividends for the six months ending September 30, 2024[88] Miscellaneous - The company has reviewed the unaudited interim financial information for the six months ending September 30, 2024[89] - The interim report will be published on the company's website and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange website, containing all information required by the listing rules[91] - No significant acquisitions or disposals of subsidiaries and associates were reported as of September 30, 2024[81] - The company repurchased a total of 224,000 shares at prices ranging from HKD 0.175 to HKD 0.189, totaling approximately HKD 41,000[82] - The group has seven ongoing projects and several completed projects for which the final contract amounts have not yet been received, with the estimated remaining contract value totaling approximately HKD 636.4 million[51]
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