Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, Blue River Holdings Limited reported total revenue of HKD 21,247,000, a decrease of 28% compared to HKD 29,672,000 for the same period in 2023[4] - The company recorded a gross profit of HKD 6,453,000, down from HKD 16,741,000, reflecting a significant decline in profitability[4] - The net loss for the period was HKD 122,614,000, compared to a net loss of HKD 81,779,000 in the previous year, indicating a worsening financial position[6] - Basic and diluted loss per share increased to HKD 11.8 from HKD 7.9, highlighting the impact of the increased losses on shareholders[6] - The total comprehensive loss for the period was HKD 183,075,000, compared to HKD 101,789,000 in the prior year, indicating a substantial increase in overall losses[8] - The group reported a total loss before tax of HKD 122,617 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a loss of HKD 81,657 for the same period in 2023[27] - The group reported a net loss before tax of HKD 122,612,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a loss of HKD 81,797,000 for the same period in 2023[42] - The company recorded consolidated revenue of approximately HKD 23 million for the period, a decrease of 41% compared to HKD 39 million in 2023[57] - Gross profit for the period was approximately HKD 6 million, down from HKD 17 million in 2023[57] - The company reported a pre-tax loss of approximately HKD 123 million, compared to a loss of HKD 82 million in 2023[57] Asset and Liability Management - Non-current assets totaled HKD 747,073,000 as of September 30, 2024, down from HKD 933,043,000 as of March 31, 2024, indicating a reduction in asset value[10] - Current liabilities amounted to HKD 47,164,000, compared to HKD 44,507,000 in the previous period, showing a slight increase in short-term obligations[10] - The company's cash and cash equivalents decreased to HKD 4,225,000 from HKD 11,500,000, reflecting liquidity challenges[10] - The group’s current liabilities exceeded current assets by HKD 1,657,000 as of September 30, 2024, raising concerns about liquidity[18] - As of September 30, 2024, the total assets of the group amounted to HKD 792,580,000, a decrease from HKD 976,062,000 as of March 31, 2024[31] - The total liabilities as of September 30, 2024, were HKD 49,355,000, compared to HKD 49,762,000 as of March 31, 2024[31] - The company’s total assets decreased by 18.8% to approximately HKD 793 million as of September 30, 2024, down from HKD 976 million as of March 31, 2024[61] - The company’s current ratio slightly decreased to 0.96 times as of September 30, 2024, from 0.97 times as of March 31, 2024[61] - The company’s equity attributable to shareholders decreased by 20% to approximately HKD 750 million as of September 30, 2024, down from HKD 933 million as of March 31, 2024[61] Impairment and Losses - The company reported a significant impairment loss on financial assets of HKD 2,897,000, compared to a reversal of HKD 24,399,000 in the previous year, reflecting deteriorating asset quality[4] - The impairment loss on receivables recognized for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 2,897,000, with a reversal of HKD 24,399,000 in 2023[36] - The group recognized a loss of HKD 18,051,000 related to the acquisition of an associate company for the six months ended September 30, 2024[35] - The financial services segment reported a loss of approximately HKD 88 million, significantly higher than the HKD 21 million loss in 2023, mainly due to losses of HKD 70 million from associated companies[68] - The group holds a 33% stake in HEC Securities Company Limited, resulting in a loss of approximately HKD 16 million during the period, compared to a loss of HKD 34 million in 2023[70] Revenue Streams - The sales and service revenue from compressed natural gas products and related port services was HKD 21,247, down from HKD 29,672 in the previous year, representing a decline of 28%[20] - Interest income from receivables was HKD 612, significantly lower than HKD 8,638 in the prior period, indicating a decrease of approximately 93%[20] - The group’s financial services segment generated revenue of HKD 612, down from HKD 8,638, reflecting a significant decline in performance[27] - The group generated revenue of approximately HKD 600,000 from its direct loan financing business, a decrease from HKD 9 million in 2023[68] - The group’s investment property rental income remained stable at HKD 900 for both periods, indicating consistent performance in this segment[20] Corporate Governance and Management - The company has complied with the Corporate Governance Code, except for the deviation where the roles of Chairman and CEO are held by the same person since July 1, 2023[94] - The Chairman, Mr. Kwan, has taken on the role of President, overseeing the management and operations of the group[95] - The Audit Committee has been established to review and supervise the financial reporting process and internal controls of the group[97] - The Audit Committee consists of three independent non-executive directors, ensuring effective oversight and governance[97] - The company maintains a strong leadership structure with experienced individuals on the Board, including independent non-executive directors[95] - The company emphasizes the importance of internal controls and risk management in its financial reporting[97] Future Outlook and Strategy - The group expects to have sufficient working capital, including available credit financing, to continue operations for the foreseeable future[18] - The group is reassessing the development potential of its compressed natural gas distribution business in Wuhan due to pressure from the local government's push for new energy vehicles[63] - The group aims to redeploy its property division to mitigate adverse market conditions while seizing opportunities from recent regulatory relaxations in the property market[64] - The group plans to continue exploring opportunities in the financial services sector while maintaining a prudent credit policy[70] - The company is exploring opportunities for diversified development and expanding its business and investment portfolio[81] Employee and Operational Changes - The company employed a total of 75 full-time employees as of September 30, 2024, a decrease from 100 employees as of March 31, 2024[92] - The company has not declared an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to no dividend in 2023[56] Miscellaneous - The company has no contingent liabilities as of September 30, 2024, consistent with the previous period[89] - The company has no major acquisitions or disposals other than those disclosed[76] - The interim financial results have been reviewed and recommended for adoption by the Board[99] - The interim report for the 2024/2025 period will be sent to shareholders in December 2024[100] - The company’s website provides access to investor information and announcements related to financial performance[100]
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