Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the company's revenue was approximately HKD 123.1 million, an increase of about 242.7% compared to HKD 35.9 million for the same period in 2023[10]. - The gross profit increased from approximately HKD 5.6 million in the first half of 2023 to approximately HKD 21.0 million in the first half of 2024[10]. - The total comprehensive income attributable to equity holders for the first half of 2024 was approximately HKD 3.0 million, compared to a total comprehensive loss of approximately HKD 9.4 million in the first half of 2023[10]. - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the company reported a turnaround from a loss to a profit, with total revenue of approximately HKD 123.1 million compared to HKD 35.9 million in the same period of 2023, reflecting a significant growth driven by expansion into mainland China, Taiwan, and the United States[18]. - The operating profit for the six months was HKD 4,808,527, a turnaround from an operating loss of HKD 8,972,427 in the prior year[91]. - The net profit for the period was HKD 3,180,353, compared to a net loss of HKD 9,433,765 in the same period last year, marking a substantial recovery[91]. - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the period were HKD 0.59, compared to a loss per share of HKD 4.19 in the previous year[91]. Business Expansion - The company successfully expanded its business into mainland China, Taiwan, and the United States, contributing to revenue growth and reducing reliance on the Hong Kong market[13]. - The new business line supplying printing materials and equipment in mainland China and Taiwan has been well received by customers, enhancing long-term profitability[13]. - The company remains optimistic about continued growth in the new U.S. market, further diversifying its revenue sources[13]. - The strategic growth plan includes a focus on core printing services such as offset printing, inkjet printing, and digital printing[12]. - The company aims to create synergies between its core printing services and the supply of materials and equipment, contributing significantly to diversified revenue streams[12]. Financial Position - The company's cost of sales increased to approximately HKD 102.1 million in the first half of 2024, up from HKD 30.3 million in the same period of 2023, primarily due to rising raw material and equipment trade costs as well as increased sales volume[19]. - The company's trade and other receivables increased significantly to approximately HKD 76.0 million as of September 30, 2024, from HKD 11.1 million as of March 31, 2024, driven by increased sales, particularly from new regions[27]. - Inventory balance rose to approximately HKD 7.4 million as of September 30, 2024, from HKD 0.8 million as of March 31, 2024, due to the expansion of business supplying printing-related materials and equipment to customers in mainland China[26]. - Contract liabilities increased significantly to approximately HKD 3.3 million as of September 30, 2024, from HKD 2.0 million as of March 31, 2024, primarily due to advance payments received from customers in mainland China[32]. - As of September 30, 2024, the group's net current liabilities were approximately HKD 8.0 million, an increase from HKD 6.8 million as of March 31, 2024, with cash and cash equivalents at HKD 7.6 million, down from HKD 9.8 million[33]. - The group's current ratio improved to approximately 0.93 as of September 30, 2024, compared to 0.77 as of March 31, 2024[33]. - The total lease liabilities amounted to approximately HKD 21.3 million as of September 30, 2024, down from HKD 24.5 million as of March 31, 2024[33]. - The group reported total assets amounted to HKD 101,255,104, a significant increase from HKD 22,879,705 as of March 31, 2024[93]. - The total liabilities increased to HKD 109,267,564 as of September 30, 2024, up from HKD 29,727,855 as of March 31, 2024[93]. Operational Efficiency - The company is focusing on operational efficiency and cost reduction across all business segments to strengthen its competitive position while maintaining product and service quality[15]. - The company aims to enhance its operational efficiency through technology and optimized resource allocation, which is anticipated to lower operational costs without compromising quality[15]. - The group employed 46 full-time employees as of September 30, 2024, a decrease from 55 employees as of September 30, 2023, with employee costs around HKD 8.2 million, down from HKD 10.5 million in the same period last year[34]. Governance and Compliance - The company has adopted a share option scheme, with a maximum of 90,000,000 shares (equivalent to 18,000,000 shares post-share consolidation) available for issuance under the scheme, representing approximately 3.6% of the issued share capital as of September 30, 2024[75]. - The company has complied with all applicable provisions of the corporate governance code, except for a deviation regarding the separation of the roles of Chairman and CEO[78]. - The board consists of five executive directors and three independent non-executive directors, ensuring a high level of independence[79]. - The company believes that the current structure of having the same individual serve as both Chairman and CEO will enhance the execution of business strategies and operational efficiency[79]. - The company has established an audit committee consisting of three independent non-executive directors to oversee financial reporting and internal controls[86]. Risks and Liabilities - The group faced a major risk as its largest customer accounted for approximately 40.3% of total revenue for the first half of 2024, raising concerns about dependency on this client[42]. - The company believes it faces low foreign exchange risk, as its revenues and costs are primarily denominated in Renminbi and Hong Kong dollars, with no hedging activities undertaken[40]. - The group has no significant contingent liabilities as of September 30, 2024, consistent with the previous reporting period[49]. Shareholder Information - The company’s major shareholder, Mr. Lin Cheng Tai, holds 59.45% of the shares, totaling 296,679,133 shares[66]. - The total shareholding of the concert party shareholders is approximately 65.54% of the company’s issued share capital[68]. - The combined beneficial interest of Mr. Zhou Wenqiang and another party amounts to 318,779,133 shares, which is approximately 63.88% of the company's issued share capital[72]. - Ms. Feng Zhijuan, as the spouse of Executive Director Lin Chengda, is deemed to have an interest in 327,052,333 shares, equivalent to about 65.54% of the company's issued share capital[74].
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