Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the company reported revenue of HKD 70,445,000, an increase of 2.4% compared to HKD 68,634,000 for the same period in 2023[5] - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 9,962,000, up from HKD 5,804,000, reflecting a significant improvement in profitability[5] - The company recorded a net loss of HKD 180,806,000, compared to a net loss of HKD 159,653,000 in the previous year, indicating a deterioration in financial performance[5] - The basic and diluted loss per share was HKD 0.28, compared to HKD 0.25 for the same period last year[5] - The company reported a pre-tax loss of HKD 180,190,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a loss of HKD 160,905,000 for the same period in 2023, representing an increase in loss of approximately 11.5%[39] - Total comprehensive expenses for the period were approximately HKD 179,626,000, down from HKD 184,521,000 in the previous year[79] - The loss attributable to equity holders for the period was approximately HKD 180,190,000, with total comprehensive expenses of approximately HKD 178,969,000, influenced by foreign exchange gains and various impairment losses[107] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of September 30, 2024, were HKD 2,224,671,000, down from HKD 2,256,164,000 as of March 31, 2024[9] - The company's non-current liabilities increased to HKD 1,550,124,000 from HKD 1,489,996,000, indicating a rise in financial obligations[11] - The company recorded a total of HKD 393,696,000 in property, plant, and equipment as of September 30, 2024, slightly down from HKD 398,767,000 as of March 31, 2024[63] - Total borrowings increased to approximately HKD 3,000,419,000 as of September 30, 2024, up by approximately HKD 138,228,000 from March 31, 2024[112] - Current liabilities increased to approximately HKD 1,782,587,000, with a current ratio of approximately 0.22, indicating a low liquidity position due to reclassification of loans[115] Cash Flow and Financial Management - The cash and cash equivalents stood at HKD 19,506,000, slightly up from HKD 19,044,000 as of March 31, 2024[9] - The company has outstanding bank loans and payables totaling approximately HKD 1,452,967,000 and HKD 11,125,000, respectively, which are classified as current liabilities and are in default[17] - The company is in discussions with banks and suppliers to restructure the repayment schedule of defaulted loans and payables[19] - The company plans to implement further cost-cutting measures to reduce operational costs and maintain positive cash flow[19] - The company has unused loan facilities of approximately HKD 604,700,000 and HKD 23,298,000, which are due in December 2025[19] Property and Investment - The company reported a decrease in investment property fair value loss to HKD 59,095,000 from HKD 37,569,000, indicating a worsening in property valuations[5] - The fair value of investment properties decreased by approximately HKD 59,095,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a decrease of HKD 37,569,000 in the same period of 2023[44] - The company has reported a total of HKD 1,255,609,000 in investment properties as of September 30, 2024, down from HKD 1,280,227,000 as of March 31, 2024[63] - The fair value of the investment property shopping mall in Chongqing was approximately HKD 1,255,609,000, representing about 56.44% of the company's total assets as of September 30, 2024[81] Operational Performance - Revenue from external customers for the six months ending September 30, 2024, was HKD 70,445,000, compared to HKD 68,634,000 for the same period in 2023, representing an increase of approximately 2.4%[26] - Revenue from the Chongqing property segment was approximately HKD 21,536,000, a decrease from HKD 25,306,000 in the same period last year[81] - Revenue from property management services was approximately HKD 11,316,000, slightly up from HKD 11,177,000 in the previous year[89] - The indirect subsidiary, Wenzhou Beichen Construction Co., Ltd., generated revenue of approximately HKD 31,649,000, up from HKD 25,370,000 in the previous six months, focusing on renovation and decoration services[92] - Revenue from the Japanese hotel operations was approximately HKD 5,944,000, a slight decrease from HKD 6,781,000 in the previous period, impacted by macroeconomic factors and operational pressures[94] Legal and Compliance Issues - The company is currently facing legal proceedings initiated by banks due to breaches of loan covenants, with a total outstanding amount of approximately RMB 1,308,861,000 (approximately HKD 1,413,568,000) as of May 31, 2024[75] - The company is involved in a legal dispute regarding approximately HKD 11,125,000 in payable construction fees, with certain properties being seized under court orders[79] - The company has confirmed that all directors have adhered to the standard code of conduct regarding securities trading throughout the reporting period[127] - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, has reviewed the unaudited interim results and recommended their adoption by the board[131] Corporate Governance - The company has maintained compliance with the corporate governance code as per the Stock Exchange Listing Rules Appendix C1 during the six-month period ending September 30, 2024[126] - The roles of the Chairman and the CEO have been clearly distinguished since May 22, 2024, ensuring compliance with the corporate governance code[126] - There has been no purchase, sale, or redemption of the company's listed securities by the company or any of its subsidiaries during the reporting period[130] - The company has maintained sufficient public float during the reporting period[129] Future Outlook - The company is optimistic about resolving ongoing legal disputes and potentially revising loan agreement terms to be more favorable[88] - The board remains optimistic about the long-term development of first-tier cities in China, anticipating a gradual recovery in customer confidence and a moderate rebound in property prices[95] - The group plans to focus on restructuring overdue debts, improving financial performance, and reducing operating expenses to enhance profitability[97]
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