Financial Performance - Revenue from property sales for the six months ended 30 September 2024 was RMB 419,863,000, an increase of 31% compared to RMB 320,526,000 for the same period in 2023[25]. - Total revenue for the six months ended 30 September 2024 reached RMB 451,331,000, up 28.5% from RMB 351,405,000 in the previous year[25]. - Profit for the period attributable to owners of the company was RMB 25,202, an increase of 24.9% compared to RMB 20,197 in the same period last year[79]. - Basic earnings per share increased to 1.02 RMB cents for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to 0.82 RMB cents for the same period in 2023, reflecting a growth of 24.4%[121]. - Total comprehensive income for the period was RMB 23,226, compared to RMB 17,495 in the previous year, reflecting a growth of 32.5%[79]. - Operating profit rose to RMB 112,082, up 32.1% from 84,798 in the prior year[76]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - The Group recorded a net cash inflow from operating activities of approximately RMB 84.9 million in 1H 2024/25, compared to an outflow of approximately RMB 40.4 million in 1H 2023/24, primarily due to a decrease in properties held for sale[4]. - Cash and cash equivalents were approximately RMB 73.3 million as of September 30, 2024, compared to RMB 88.2 million as of March 31, 2024[4]. - As of September 30, 2024, the Group had cash and bank balances of approximately RMB 104.9 million, down from RMB 184.4 million as of March 31, 2024[4]. - Net cash generated from operating activities was RMB 84,859, a significant recovery from a cash outflow of RMB 40,446 in the same period last year[84]. Borrowings and Financial Position - Total borrowings as of September 30, 2024, were approximately RMB 519.5 million, a decrease from approximately RMB 532.0 million as of March 31, 2024, primarily due to repayment of borrowings in 1H 2024/25[5]. - The gearing ratio remained stable at 26.2% as of September 30, 2024, consistent with the ratio as of March 31, 2024[5]. - The Group's finance costs before capitalization increased slightly to approximately RMB 15.6 million in 1H 2024/25 from approximately RMB 15.5 million in 1H 2023/24, attributed to the net effect of increased average total borrowing and decreased effective interest rate[5]. - The Group plans to fund its working capital and capital expenditures through a combination of cash generated from operations, bank borrowings, and other external financing sources[5]. Property Development and Sales - Revenue from external customers for Property Development segment was RMB 446,127,000 for the first half of 2024/25, up from RMB 344,362,000 in the first half of 2023/24, representing a growth of 29.6%[126]. - Properties held for sale decreased to approximately RMB 490.0 million as at 30 September 2024, down from approximately RMB 765.3 million as at 31 March 2024[89]. - The estimated total GFA pre-sold is 222,444 sq.m., achieving a pre-sale rate of 99%[38]. - The average selling price (ASP) per square meter is RMB 7,900[38]. Expenses and Cost Management - Cost of sales increased to approximately RMB 304.9 million in 1H 2024/25 from approximately RMB 228.9 million in 1H 2023/24, while gross profit margin decreased from 34.9% to 32.5%[55]. - Selling and distribution expenses rose from approximately RMB 9.3 million in 1H 2023/24 to approximately RMB 12.5 million in 1H 2024/25, mainly due to increased marketing expenses for Sino Harbour • Guanlan[55]. - Administrative expenses decreased to approximately RMB 24.8 million in 1H 2024/25 from approximately RMB 32.0 million in 1H 2023/24, attributed to reductions in staff costs, depreciation, and utility expenses[55]. Strategic Outlook and Business Development - The company is focused on expanding its market presence and enhancing service offerings in the dental sector[24]. - Future outlook includes continued investment in property development and potential acquisitions to drive growth[24]. - The company plans to enhance its operational efficiency through the adoption of new technologies in property management[24]. - The Group aims to diversify operational risks and seek new growth opportunities through the development of the "Big Health" business[74]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company maintained compliance with corporate governance standards as per the Corporate Governance Code during 1H 2024/25[166]. - The roles of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer are held by Mr. Wong, which the board believes facilitates business strategy execution[168]. - All Directors confirmed compliance with the required standards set out in the Model Code and the company's Own Code of Conduct throughout 1H 2024/25[170].
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