Financial Performance - Total revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HK$294,175,000, representing an 18.8% increase from HK$247,622,000 in the same period of 2023[133]. - Profit attributable to shareholders rose by 17.1% to HK$42,393,000 compared to HK$36,198,000 in the previous year[133]. - Gross profit margin improved to 50.2% from 49.1% year-on-year[133]. - The interim dividend per share increased to HK$1.09 cent from HK$0.89 cent[151]. - Net profit for the same period was HK$42.4 million, reflecting a 17.1% growth year-over-year[175]. - The gross profit margin for the interim period was 49.1%, slightly down from 50.2% in the previous year[175]. Assets and Liabilities - As of September 30, 2024, the Group's cash and cash equivalents increased to HK$356.9 million from HK$235.7 million as of March 31, 2024, representing a growth of 51.4%[7]. - The Group's net current assets rose to HK$544.3 million as of September 30, 2024, compared to HK$513.9 million as of March 31, 2024, indicating an increase of 5.5%[7]. - The total assets less current liabilities amounted to HK$628.2 million as of September 30, 2024, compared to HK$593.2 million as of March 31, 2024[8]. - The Group did not have any interest-bearing bank and other borrowings as of both March 31, 2024, and September 30, 2024, making the gearing ratio and debt to equity ratio not applicable[10]. - The Group did not have any significant contingent liabilities as of March 31, 2024, and September 30, 2024[16]. Employee and Workforce - As of September 30, 2024, the Group had a total of 177 full-time and part-time employees, an increase from 164 employees as of March 31, 2024, representing an 8% growth in workforce[52][66]. - The Group's employee count reflects a strategic focus on growth and operational capacity in key markets including Hong Kong, Mainland China, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia[52][66]. - The remuneration policy is regularly reviewed, considering market conditions and individual performance, ensuring alignment with the Group's financial performance[53][67]. - The Group has maintained a consistent approach to employee remuneration, linking it to both company performance and individual contributions[53][67]. Share Award Scheme - The Share Award Scheme, amended on September 25, 2024, resulted in the granting of 9,326,000 award shares during the reporting period, aimed at aligning the interests of eligible persons with those of shareholders[70][76]. - As of the interim report date, a total of 51,011,000 shares had been awarded under the Share Award Scheme, representing approximately 2.6% of the total issued shares[144]. - The total number of shares available for issue under the Share Award Scheme was 81,349,000, representing approximately 4.1% of the issued shares[144]. - The remaining life of the Share Award Scheme is approximately 5 years[144]. - The Group's share award scheme is solely funded by existing shares, reinforcing the commitment to shareholder interests[70][76]. Business Operations and Growth - Media Content Distribution Business revenue increased by 7.0% to HK$176,969,000, while Brand Licensing Business revenue surged by 42.6% to HK$117,206,000[133]. - The company successfully distributed seven anime movies during the reporting period, enhancing its presence in the Japanese anime segment[176]. - The company has established a new collaboration with the Malaysian VOD platform Tonton, expanding its distribution network[177]. - The Group has significantly expanded sub-licensing rights on Japanese IPs, enhancing merchandise sales performance across Asia[186]. - The Group continues to handle distribution and brand licensing rights for the Chinese original animation "Nailoong," with numerous licensing cases across Asia[3]. Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2024, Ms. Lovinia Chiu holds 72% of the issued shares, totaling 1,434,240,000 ordinary shares[194]. - As of September 30, 2024, substantial shareholders hold 5% or more interests in the company's shares[198]. Strategic Initiatives - The Group has completed its share subscription in S11 Partners Limited on May 31, 2024, enhancing content production capabilities and creating new growth opportunities[183]. - The investment in S11 Partners Limited is expected to foster the cultivation of creative talents in content production[187]. - The Group has successfully represented LINE Friends and BT21 for Southeast Asia, expecting a surge in brand exposure and licensing opportunities[184]. - A new Chinese animated film titled "Le Petit Prince — Xiao Wangzi" is being produced to coincide with the 60th Anniversary of China-France Diplomatic Relations[185]. - The Group distributed "The Goldfinger," starring Tony Leung and Andy Lau, to various global airlines for inflight entertainment[3]. - The Group aims to deliver exceptional flight viewing experiences by focusing on high-quality movie content in the inflight segment[3].
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