Financial Performance - Total revenue for the six months ending September 30, 2024, was HKD 629.3 million, a 55.2% increase from HKD 405.7 million in the same period last year[14]. - Semiconductor distribution revenue increased to HKD 606.5 million, up from HKD 381.4 million, representing a growth of 58.9%[10]. - The company reported a profit attributable to shareholders of HKD 56.3 million, compared to HKD 31.6 million in the previous year, marking an increase of 78.1%[10]. - Basic earnings per share for the period were HKD 0.062, up from HKD 0.035 in the previous year, reflecting improved profitability[14]. - The company reported a pre-tax profit of HKD 56,428,000 for the period, reflecting a strong performance despite the challenges faced in certain segments[35]. - The venture capital segment reported revenue of HKD 0.2 million, recovering from a loss of HKD 7.6 million in the previous year[97]. - The company's gross profit before interest and tax was HKD 58.6 million, compared to HKD 31.7 million in the previous year[95]. - The company’s operating loss was HKD 2.3 million, a decrease from an operating profit of HKD 0.7 million in the previous year[95]. Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.01 per share for the six months ending September 30, 2024, compared to no dividend in the same period last year[1]. - The total dividend declared for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 9,087,000, compared to HKD 0 for the same period in 2023[59]. - The company declared dividends from its joint ventures amounting to HKD 46.62 million for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 16.32 million in the previous year[90]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of September 30, 2024, amounted to HKD 1,942.3 million, up from HKD 1,872.1 million as of March 31, 2024[12]. - Total liabilities increased to HKD 177,081, up 19.06% from HKD 148,713 as of March 31, 2024, primarily due to an increase in bank borrowings[20]. - The total liabilities as of September 30, 2024, were HKD 190,960,000, a decrease from HKD 162,608,000 as of March 31, 2024, indicating a reduction of approximately 17.4%[42]. - The net asset value as of September 30, 2024, was HKD 1,751,351, representing a growth of 2.45% from HKD 1,709,507 as of March 31, 2024[22]. - Current assets increased to HKD 250,897, up 11.88% from HKD 224,279 as of March 31, 2024, driven by a rise in inventory to HKD 111,551, which is a 24.5% increase[20]. Cash Flow and Financing - Cash and cash equivalents stood at HKD 95.8 million, compared to HKD 76.3 million in the previous period[12]. - Operating cash flow for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 6,172, a recovery from a negative cash flow of HKD 67,721 in the same period last year[28]. - Financing activities generated a net cash flow of HKD 11,652, down from HKD 20,414 in the previous year, indicating a shift in financing strategy[28]. - The financing costs for the six months ended September 30, 2024, were HKD 3,112,000, up from HKD 1,328,000 in 2023, indicating a significant increase of 134.1%[54]. Market and Industry Outlook - The global semiconductor revenue is projected to grow by 19% in 2024, reaching USD 630 billion, driven by demand for AI-related semiconductors[98]. - The semiconductor industry is experiencing a rebound due to a surge in demand for AI-related semiconductors, particularly in the memory storage chip sector, which is expected to benefit significantly from the ongoing growth in AI server functionality[102]. - The global economic outlook remains complex, with inflation pressures and geopolitical tensions posing significant risks to stability[111]. - The semiconductor market is expected to continue its strong growth trajectory, driven by the increasing demand for AI technologies and advanced memory solutions[111]. Strategic Focus and Future Plans - The company plans to continue expanding its semiconductor distribution business and exploring new product development opportunities[14]. - Future outlook includes continued investment in product development and market expansion, leveraging the increase in cash reserves for strategic initiatives[30]. - The company is actively exploring new technologies and product developments to strengthen its market position and improve overall profitability[39]. - The company aims to leverage opportunities in the semiconductor distribution core business driven by AI advancements and the growing importance of advanced storage chip solutions[112]. Employee and Governance - The group employed approximately 140 full-time employees as of September 30, 2024, an increase from 134 employees on March 31, 2024[125]. - The company has complied with the corporate governance code, except for the separation of the roles of Chairman and CEO, which are held by Dr. Su[136]. - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, reviewed the group's financial reporting procedures and internal controls[140].
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