Property Development - As of September 30, 2024, the Group sold 11 residential villas with a total gross floor area of approximately 3,500 sq m, contributing revenue of approximately HK$37 million[19] - The total carrying value of completed properties for sale and properties under development in Zigong City amounted to approximately HK$230 million as of September 30, 2024, down from HK$263 million on March 31, 2024[20] - The property development business recorded an operating loss of approximately HK$12 million for the period, compared to an operating loss of HK$41 million in the previous year[23] - The gross floor area of completed residential units delivered to customers in the Zhonggang Shenhai Forest Project was approximately 485,000 sq m as of September 30, 2024[18] - The project in Zigong City contributed revenue of approximately HK$31 million during the period, down from HK$52 million in the previous year[23] - The Group's remaining gross floor area available for sales recognition in the Zhonggang Shenhai Forest Project is approximately 500,000 sq m[18] - The property development segment reported a loss of approximately HK$12 million, improved from a loss of HK$41 million in 2023, with revenue generated from residential unit deliveries amounting to approximately HK$31 million[80] Printing Business - The Group's printing business revenue decreased to approximately HK$67 million, down from HK$84 million in the previous year, due to weak demand influenced by high inflation and geopolitical tensions[22] - The revenue from the printing business decreased to approximately HK$67 million, down from HK$84 million, due to soft demand caused by high inflation and geopolitical tensions[40] - The printing business revenue decreased to approximately HK$67 million from HK$84 million in 2023, while maintaining an operating profit of approximately HK$6 million[80] Financial Performance - The Group recorded consolidated revenue of approximately HK$101 million for the six months ended 30 September 2024, a decrease of 43% compared to HK$176 million in the same period last year[40] - Gross profit decreased by 32% to approximately HK$21 million, compared to HK$31 million in the previous year, while the gross margin increased to 20% from 17%[41] - The Group's loss attributable to owners was approximately HK$(37) million, a 31% improvement from a loss of HK$(54) million in the previous year[37] - A provision for impairment of stock of properties was approximately HK$9 million, down from HK$38 million, reflecting ongoing liquidity issues in the property market[42] - Selling and marketing expenses dropped to approximately HK$6 million from HK$9 million, and administrative expenses decreased to approximately HK$16 million from HK$22 million due to cost control measures[50] - The fair value loss from revaluation of investment properties was approximately HK$11 million, compared to HK$9 million in the previous year, influenced by weak market sentiment[52] - The Group recorded a net increase in cash and cash equivalents of approximately HK$6 million, up from HK$5 million in 2023, with a balance of approximately HK$42 million as of September 30, 2024[63] - The Group reported an EBITDA of HK$6.838 million, while the total loss before tax was HK$37.169 million[111] - The income tax credit for the period was HK$647,000, contributing to a total loss for the period of HK$36.522 million[111] Market Conditions - The Group remains cautious in monitoring the real estate market in Mainland China to optimize operations and maximize shareholder returns[19] - Management maintains a cautiously optimistic outlook on the global book printing and paper packaging market growth, implementing risk management and business development strategies[23] - The Group's financial position reflects a challenging market environment, influenced by weaker economic growth in Hong Kong and mainland China[86] - The Group's investment properties' market values were negatively impacted by weak market sentiment due to slower-than-expected economic growth in Mainland China and Hong Kong[80] Financial Position and Liabilities - Total assets decreased by 7% to approximately HK$703 million as of September 30, 2024, down from HK$755 million on March 31, 2024[62] - Net current liabilities increased to approximately HK$171 million, with a current ratio of 0.70 times, unchanged from March 31, 2024[62] - The Group's shareholders' funds decreased to HK$107 million from HK$142 million, representing a 25% decline[37] - The Group's bank borrowings amounted to HK$114,938,000 as of 30 September 2024, down from HK$129,432,000 as of 31 March 2024[154] - The Group has obtained a one-off waiver from the bank for financial covenants related to bank borrowings amounting to HK$96,000,000 as of 30 September 2024[156] - The Group breached a financial covenant on bank borrowing of HK$96,000,000 but obtained a one-off waiver from the bank on November 28, 2024, applicable only to the interim report for the six months ended September 30, 2024[182] Investment Strategy - The Group remains cautiously optimistic about the property investment business, focusing on long-term investment for stable income[194] - The Group is monitoring capital changes and rental yields, considering rebalancing the investment portfolio when ideal opportunities arise[195] - The Group is adopting a risk-return balanced investment strategy to monitor potential price and credit risks in the investment portfolio[196] - The Group is expanding into the financial and asset management services market to capitalize on opportunities in Hong Kong's asset management sector[196] Shareholder Information - The Group does not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended 30 September 2024, consistent with the previous year[141] - The maximum number of shares issuable under options granted to each eligible participant in accordance with the Share Option Scheme is limited to 1% of the issued share capital of the Company[130] - The total number of shares available for issue under the Share Option Scheme is 577,919,666, representing approximately 10% of the issued share capital as at the date of the report[130] - The Group's issued and fully paid ordinary shares were 5,779,196,660, amounting to HK$577,920,000 as of September 30, 2024[171]
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