Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 316 million, down from HKD 643 million in 2023, reflecting a significant decline[41]. - Shareholders' net loss amounted to HKD 39 million, compared to a profit of HKD 89 million in the previous year[41]. - Basic loss per share was HKD 0.05, compared to earnings of HKD 0.12 per share in 2023[42]. - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the group's profit before tax was HKD 12,579 thousand, a significant decrease from HKD 220,117 thousand in the same period of 2023[105]. - The group recorded a loss of HKD 56,474 thousand from investment properties at fair value, compared to a gain of HKD 22,159 thousand in the previous year[105]. - The company reported a loss of HKD 6,447,000 for the period, compared to a profit of HKD 89,720,000 in the previous year, marking a significant decline[126]. - The company’s basic and diluted earnings per share for the period were HKD (0.05), compared to HKD 0.12 in the previous year[125]. - The group reported a pre-tax profit of HKD 17,713,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 21,187,000 in the same period last year[199]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from the Qiaochengfang project was HKD 102 million for the six months ended September 30, 2024, down from HKD 188 million in 2023, with a net profit attributable to the group's interest of HKD 29 million[60]. - Property development revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 53 million, a decrease from HKD 386 million in 2023, primarily due to delays in a residential project in Guangzhou, resulting in deferred sales recognition of approximately HKD 370 million[83]. - Investment property revenue increased to HKD 239 million for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 226 million in 2023, while operating profit decreased to HKD 104 million from HKD 164 million, including a fair value loss of HKD 56 million[88]. - Property sales contributed HKD 386,441,000, while total rental income was HKD 234,991,000[173]. - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 316,428,000, a decrease of 50.7% compared to HKD 642,508,000 for the same period in 2023[125]. Assets and Liabilities - The group's total interest-bearing debt as of September 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 6.556 billion, with 24% classified as current liabilities[69]. - The total value of investment properties as of September 30, 2024, was HKD 15,405 million, up from HKD 15,013 million as of March 31, 2024, with a fair value decrease of HKD 86 million during the period[91]. - The total assets of the company as of September 30, 2024, amounted to HKD 20,423,347,000, with total liabilities of HKD 8,179,369,000[146]. - The company’s total non-current liabilities increased to HKD 6,251,120,000 from HKD 6,065,781,000 as of March 31, 2024[128]. - The group has guaranteed bank credit of HKD 487,500,000 for a joint venture, with HKD 237,500,000 utilized[183]. Cash Flow and Financing - The group's cash flow from operating activities for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 335,202 thousand, compared to HKD 393,065 thousand in the previous year[105]. - The net cash flow from operating activities after interest and tax payments was HKD 302,421 thousand, down from HKD 376,483 thousand in the same period of 2023[105]. - The net cash flow from financing activities was a net outflow of HKD 316,198,000, compared to an inflow of HKD 43,581,000 in the same period last year[132]. - Cash and bank balances as of September 30, 2024, totaled approximately HKD 1,248 million, a decrease from HKD 1,294 million as of March 31, 2024[94]. - The company has committed but undrawn bank credit facilities totaling approximately HKD 264 million available for operational funding as of September 30, 2024[94]. Market Conditions and Strategic Focus - The company is focusing on expanding its investment portfolio in other regions to generate more recurring income amid a challenging investment environment in China[37]. - The group is facing challenges from geopolitical tensions and a sluggish real estate market in mainland China, with consumer confidence remaining low[55]. - The company is actively exploring opportunities in the Greater Bay Area real estate and proptech sectors, aiming to diversify its geographic strategy amid local challenges[81]. - The group anticipates continued improvement in the property market due to government measures announced in mid-October, including mortgage relaxation and talent immigration plans[56]. - The company is implementing various new plans to enhance rental rates and maintain occupancy levels in the Chinese property market, which remains sluggish[49]. Project Developments - The company expects to recognize sales revenue from the Guangzhou project in the second half of the fiscal year, which is anticipated to significantly improve performance[20]. - The company has successfully obtained the completion certificate for the residential project, allowing for the recognition of approximately HKD 370 million in sales revenue[35]. - Construction of a luxury residential project in Repulse Bay is progressing on schedule, with the group holding a 50% interest[61]. - The group has pre-sold 35 residential units in the newly completed project in Beijing, contributing approximately HKD 370 million in unrecognized contracted sales revenue[60]. - Renovation of the Bauhinia Hotel (Central) is nearing completion, with plans to reopen in 2025, featuring green and sustainable design elements[90]. Equity and Shareholder Information - Shareholders' equity as of September 30, 2024, was HKD 11,463 million, up from HKD 11,060 million as of March 31, 2024[42]. - Shareholders' equity increased to approximately HKD 11.463 billion as of September 30, 2024, up from HKD 11.060 billion as of March 31, 2024, primarily due to the appreciation of RMB-denominated assets[70]. - The company did not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2024[156]. - The company recognized a share of profit from an associate of HKD 29,278,000, compared to HKD 14,661,000 in the previous year[125]. - The group increased its contract liabilities by HKD 44,096 thousand, contrasting with a decrease of HKD 109,764 thousand in the same period of 2023[105].
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