Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the company reported a revenue of HKD 249,745,000, representing an increase of 12.7% compared to HKD 221,641,000 in the same period of 2023[4] - The company achieved a pre-tax profit of HKD 24,374,000, up from HKD 23,146,000 in the previous year, indicating a growth of 5.3%[6] - The company reported a net profit of HKD 24,374,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 23,146,000 for the same period in 2023[29] - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the period were both HKD 0.23, compared to HKD 0.22 in the same period last year, marking a 4.5% increase[6] - The company's total revenue for the period was HKD 128.90 million, a decrease of 12.56% compared to HKD 147.42 million in the same period last year[88] - The company recorded a profit of HKD 24.37 million for the period, compared to HKD 23.15 million in the previous year, indicating a growth of 5.25%[88] Assets and Liabilities - The total equity of the company as of September 30, 2024, was HKD 10,009,496,000, compared to HKD 9,912,620,000 as of March 31, 2024, reflecting an increase of 1.0%[8] - The company's total assets decreased to HKD 10,528,758,000 from HKD 11,422,397,000, a decline of 7.8%[9] - The company’s total liabilities decreased significantly from HKD 1,509,777,000 to HKD 519,262,000, a reduction of 65.5%[12] - The debt-to-equity ratio improved to 4.47% from 14.30% as of March 31, 2024, indicating a stronger capital structure[95] Cash and Investments - The company’s cash and cash equivalents increased to HKD 87,361,000 from HKD 45,006,000, representing a growth of 94.3%[9] - The company reported a net unrealized loss on investments of HKD 101,102,000 for the period, a decrease from HKD 112,148,000 in the previous year[4] - The company has recognized expected credit losses of HKD 29,224,000 for debt investments during the period, compared to a reversal of HKD 12,033,000 in the previous year[28] - The debt investment portfolio reached HKD 2.78716 billion, with new investments of HKD 165 million and exits totaling HKD 1.12801 billion during the period[70] - The company’s share of profits from associates and joint ventures was HKD 25.05 million, up from HKD 20.19 million, marking an increase of 24.00%[92] Investment Strategy - The company has adjusted its investment strategy to focus on four core strategies: non-listed equity investments, debt investments, fund investments, and listed equity investments[35] - The investment portfolio is diversified into four strategies: non-listed equity investments (54%), bond investments (27%), fund investments (18%), and listed equity investments (1%) as of September 30, 2024[40] - The company focuses on non-listed equity investments in firms with long-term growth potential, with a total holding of HKD 5.48154 billion in this category as of September 30, 2024[44] - The company aims to enhance its investment portfolio's diversity and stability by investing in various asset classes, including non-listed equities, bonds, funds, and listed equities[36] - The investment strategy has been adjusted to focus on emerging technology sectors, aiming to capitalize on industry trends amid global economic uncertainties[36] Operational Highlights - The company did not incur any taxable profits for the periods ended September 30, 2024, and 2023, resulting in no income tax provisions[26] - The company’s operating and administrative expenses decreased to HKD 18.25 million from HKD 32.03 million, a reduction of 43.00%[92] - The group had a total employee cost of HKD 8.41 million, a decrease from HKD 8.71 million in the previous six months[105] Corporate Governance - The audit committee consists of three independent non-executive directors who reviewed the group's accounting principles and internal controls[117] - The group has adopted a policy for directors and employees regarding securities trading, confirming compliance during the period[115] - The group has no arrangements for directors or senior executives to acquire shares or bonds during the period[116] Future Outlook - As of September 30, 2024, the group had no significant investment or capital asset plans, but may engage in discussions for potential investments[109] - The mid-term performance announcement will be published on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and the company's website, covering the six months ending September 30, 2024[124]
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