Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the group's revenue was approximately HKD 180,700,000, an increase of 41.7% compared to HKD 127,500,000 for the same period last year[2]. - The group reported a loss attributable to owners of the company of approximately HKD 13,800,000, compared to a profit of HKD 240,000 in the previous period[2]. - The basic loss per share for the period was approximately HKD 1.72, compared to earnings of HKD 0.03 per share in the prior period[2]. - The group's gross profit decreased to HKD 4,501,000 from HKD 18,244,000, reflecting a significant decline in profitability[4]. - The group recorded a net loss of approximately HKD 13,793,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a profit of HKD 240,000 for the same period in 2023[47]. - The group's total revenue increased by approximately 41.7% from about HKD 127,500,000 to approximately HKD 180,700,000, primarily due to significant progress in several major projects[75]. - Direct costs rose by approximately 61.3% from about HKD 109,200,000 to approximately HKD 176,100,000, driven by increased subcontracting and direct employee costs[76]. - Gross profit decreased by approximately 75.3%, from HKD 18,200,000 to about HKD 4,500,000, resulting in a gross profit margin decline from 14.3% to 2.5%[77]. - Other income fell by approximately 82.6% from about HKD 517,000 to approximately HKD 944,000, mainly due to a decrease in government subsidies and rental income[78]. - The group recorded a net loss of approximately HKD 13,800,000, compared to a profit of about HKD 240,000 in the previous period, primarily due to increased direct and financing costs[84]. Assets and Liabilities - Total current assets increased to HKD 166,366,000 from HKD 135,050,000, indicating improved liquidity[8]. - The total liabilities increased to HKD 224,661,000 from HKD 180,765,000, indicating a rise in financial obligations[8]. - As of September 30, 2024, trade payables totaled HKD 118,633,000, an increase from HKD 104,105,000 as of March 31, 2024[54]. - Non-current assets, excluding interests in joint ventures and rental deposits, were valued at HKD 94,689,000 as of September 30, 2024, down from HKD 97,461,000 as of March 31, 2024[33]. - The group's equity in joint ventures amounted to HKD 121,229,000 as of September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 119,793,000 as of March 31, 2024[62]. - The group's gearing ratio increased to approximately 67.7% from 43.5% as of March 31, 2024, calculated based on bank borrowings and lease liabilities over total equity[88]. Cash Flow and Working Capital - The net cash used in operating activities was HKD 28,112,000, compared to HKD 14,016,000 in the previous period, highlighting increased cash outflow[20]. - The group's cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were HKD 30,052,000, slightly down from HKD 30,308,000 in the previous year[20]. - As of September 30, 2024, the group's cash and cash equivalents amounted to approximately HKD 32,100,000, down from HKD 34,100,000 as of March 31, 2024[87]. - The group has sufficient working capital to meet its financial obligations for at least the next twelve months, supported by undrawn bank credit facilities of HKD 245,199,000[7]. - The group maintained a current ratio of approximately 0.74 as of September 30, 2024, slightly down from 0.75 as of March 31, 2024[87]. Employee and Operational Costs - The group reported total employee costs of HKD 8,975,000, a decrease from HKD 9,452,000 in the previous year[41]. - The group experienced a significant increase in direct costs, which rose to HKD 176,170,000 from HKD 109,234,000, impacting overall profitability[4]. - The group employed 155 staff as of September 30, 2024, an increase from 133 employees as of March 31, 2024[95]. Dividends and Share Capital - The group did not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the period, consistent with the previous period[2]. - The group did not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2024[46]. - As of September 30, 2024, Mr. Lin holds 580,000,000 shares, representing 72.5% of the issued share capital[112]. - The issued share capital as of September 30, 2024, is 800,000,000 shares[114]. - The company did not purchase, sell, or redeem any shares during the reporting period[125]. - There are no provisions regarding preemptive rights in the company's articles of association[126]. - The company has a stock option plan approved in September 2015, allowing for the issuance of 80,000,000 shares, representing 10% of the issued shares[129]. - No stock options have been granted, exercised, canceled, or lapsed under the stock option plan since its adoption[130]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has adopted corporate governance principles and complies with applicable codes, with a noted deviation regarding the roles of the chairman and CEO[108]. - The audit committee, established on September 22, 2015, is responsible for reviewing financial information and monitoring the company's financial reporting system[131]. - The interim consolidated financial statements for the period were reviewed by the audit committee and deemed to comply with applicable accounting standards and legal requirements[131]. Market and Industry Insights - Hong Kong's GDP growth slowed to 1.8% year-on-year in Q3 2024, down from 3.2% in Q2 2024, primarily due to a 1.4% decline in private consumption expenditure[67]. - The local construction industry saw a 16% increase in spending in the first half of 2024, driven by significant public sector construction activities[67]. - The group is focusing on ongoing projects, including public parking facilities and new educational buildings, while emphasizing quality, safety, and sustainability[67]. - The group has been recognized with the "Sustainable Development Contribution Gold Award" by the Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency for its contributions to promoting green building[68]. - The company is committed to technological innovation and productivity enhancement, expanding the application of Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology and utilizing AI for site safety[68]. - The group is collaborating with tech startups to develop new solutions for improving site safety through the Hong Kong Construction Industry Safety Fund[68]. - The company aims to implement energy-saving measures and achieve waste reduction and emission targets, earning recognition as a green organization by the Environmental Campaign Committee[68]. Investments and Acquisitions - The group has a significant investment in Great Glory, valued at HKD 188,650,000, representing over 5% of the total assets as of September 30, 2024[98]. - The group did not engage in any significant acquisitions or disposals of subsidiaries during the reporting period[100]. - As of September 30, 2024, the group has no other significant investments[101]. - The group provided a bank guarantee of HKD 124,000,000 for financing to World Partners, with a liability limited to 34.3% of the guaranteed debt[102]. - There are no major investment or capital asset acquisition plans for the next twelve months[107].
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