Financial Performance - The group's revenue increased by approximately HKD 89.0 million or about 16.0% to approximately HKD 644.5 million for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 555.5 million for the same period in 2023[13]. - Gross profit decreased by approximately HKD 36.6 million or about 75.9% to approximately HKD 11.6 million, with the gross profit margin dropping from approximately 8.7% to about 1.8%[15]. - The total comprehensive income for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 2.4 million, representing a decrease of about 86.4% from approximately HKD 17.6 million for the same period in 2023[19]. - The net profit for the period was HKD 2,350,000, a decline of 87% from HKD 17,633,000 in the prior year[76]. - Basic earnings per share decreased to HKD 0.15 from HKD 1.13, representing a drop of approximately 87%[76]. - The company reported a decrease in trade receivables to HKD 41,753,000 from HKD 95,270,000, a decline of about 56%[78]. - Profit before tax for the six months ending September 30, 2024, is reported at HKD 2,350,000, compared to HKD 17,633,000 for the same period in 2023, indicating a significant decrease[110]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of September 30, 2024, were HKD 625,681,000, down from HKD 647,622,000 as of March 31, 2024[78]. - Current liabilities decreased to HKD 306,425,000 from HKD 330,456,000, indicating a reduction of about 7%[78]. - The company’s total equity increased to HKD 317,457,000 from HKD 315,031,000, showing a slight growth of approximately 1%[80]. - Trade payables as of September 30, 2024, were HKD 31,097,000, down from HKD 75,829,000 as of March 31, 2024, indicating a reduction of approximately 59%[134]. - The group's accrued expenses and other payables totaled HKD 63,778,000 as of September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 97,343,000 as of March 31, 2024, reflecting a decrease of around 34%[134]. - The group’s contract liabilities increased to HKD 116,363,000 as of September 30, 2024, from HKD 73,984,000 as of March 31, 2024[125]. Cash Flow - The net cash generated from operating activities for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 34,614,000, compared to HKD 22,848,000 for the same period in 2023, representing a 51.5% increase[88]. - The net cash used in investing activities for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 5,483,000, a decrease from cash generated of HKD 3,172,000 in 2023[88]. - The net cash used in financing activities for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 2,207,000, compared to HKD 14,782,000 in 2023, reflecting a reduction of 85.1%[88]. - The net increase in cash and cash equivalents for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 26,924,000, compared to HKD 11,238,000 in 2023, marking a 139.5% increase[88]. - Cash and cash equivalents increased to HKD 156,505,000 from HKD 131,386,000, reflecting a growth of approximately 19%[78]. Employee and Administrative Costs - Administrative and other operating expenses increased by approximately HKD 1.5 million to approximately HKD 15.9 million, primarily due to increased employee costs[17]. - The total employee cost for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 111.9 million, compared to HKD 93.7 million for the same period in 2023, reflecting a significant increase[35]. - The group had 461 employees as of September 30, 2024, an increase from 400 employees as of September 30, 2023[35]. - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the total compensation for key management personnel was HKD 6,300,000, a decrease of 37.5% compared to HKD 10,160,000 for the same period in 2023[150]. Investments and Financial Resources - The group confirmed that it has sufficient financial resources to meet its obligations in the foreseeable future[22]. - The group had no significant investments or acquisitions planned as of September 30, 2024[26]. - The group invested approximately HKD 10,127,000 in property, plant, and equipment, an increase from HKD 4,651,000 in the same period last year[116]. - The group had no capital expenditures contracted but not provided for in the financial statements as of September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 3,337,000 as of March 31, 2024[141]. Corporate Governance - The company has fully complied with the corporate governance code as of September 30, 2024[70]. - The audit committee was established on September 21, 2020, and is chaired by an independent non-executive director[71]. - The company has appointed an external service provider for company secretary services, ensuring compliance with corporate governance standards[70]. Share Incentive Plans - The stock option plan was conditionally adopted on September 21, 2020, aimed at attracting and retaining qualified personnel[50]. - The total number of stock options that can be granted under the stock option plan is 160,000,000 as of April 1, 2024, and no options were granted, exercised, or canceled in the six months ending September 30, 2024[56]. - The share award plan was conditionally adopted on November 22, 2021, to recognize employee contributions and attract suitable talent for further development[57]. - The share incentive plan commenced on November 22, 2021, and has approximately seven years remaining until termination[59]. - The maximum number of shares that can be awarded under the share incentive plan is capped at 1% of the company's issued shares, with the board unable to exceed 10% of the issued shares for any awards[60]. - The total number of shares authorized for award under the share incentive plan as of April 1, 2024, and September 30, 2024, is 151,440,000 shares each[62]. - The number of unexercised share options under the share incentive plan decreased to 1,112,000 as of September 30, 2024, from 2,058,000 as of September 30, 2023[140]. - No shares were purchased under the share incentive plan during the six months ended September 30, 2024, and no awards were granted[62]. Market and Industry Outlook - The construction industry in Hong Kong is showing signs of recovery, with overall demand for construction projects increasing compared to the previous year[12]. - The group will continue to implement effective cost control measures in response to the challenging business environment and rising construction costs[12].
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