Financial Performance - The company reported revenue of HKD 29,799,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of 26.6% compared to HKD 40,558,000 in the same period of 2023[22]. - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 6,411,000, down 30.4% from HKD 9,203,000 year-on-year[22]. - The operating loss narrowed to HKD 15,712,000, compared to a loss of HKD 50,090,000 in the previous year, indicating an improvement in operational efficiency[22]. - The company incurred a net loss attributable to shareholders of HKD 15,188,000, a significant reduction from HKD 46,091,000 in the prior year[23]. - Total comprehensive loss for the period was HKD 19,000,000, compared to HKD 40,301,000 in the same period last year, reflecting a 52.9% improvement[23]. - The company reported a basic and diluted loss per share of HKD 0.03, improving from HKD 0.11 in the same period last year[23]. - The total segment loss for the six months ended December 31, 2024, was HKD (3,902,000), significantly improved from a loss of HKD (41,003,000) in the prior year, indicating a reduction of approximately 90.5%[52]. - Loss for the six months ended December 31, 2024, reduced to approximately HKD 16,554,000, compared to HKD 45,292,000 in 2023[123]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - The company experienced an operating cash outflow of approximately HKD 1,213,000, raising concerns about its ability to continue as a going concern[17]. - The net cash used in operating activities for the six months ended December 31, 2024, was HKD 1,213,000, compared to HKD 12,672,000 for the same period in 2023, indicating an improvement in cash flow[30]. - The board highlighted significant uncertainties regarding the company's ability to continue as a going concern due to ongoing losses and cash flow issues[17]. - The board has implemented measures to improve the group's liquidity and financial condition, ensuring the company can continue operations without significant reduction in operations for the next 12 months[36]. - An executive director has committed to providing sufficient funds to meet the group's financial obligations and operational needs starting from December 31, 2024[36]. Assets and Liabilities - As of December 31, 2024, the total assets amounted to HKD 641,657,000, a decrease from HKD 661,398,000 as of June 30, 2024, representing a decline of approximately 2.99%[25]. - The company reported a total equity of HKD 400,022,000 as of December 31, 2024, down from HKD 419,022,000 as of June 30, 2024, reflecting a decrease of about 4.54%[27]. - The company’s total liabilities as of December 31, 2024, were HKD 541,635,000, compared to HKD 550,000,000 as of June 30, 2024, showing a decrease of approximately 1.52%[27]. - The company’s current liabilities increased to HKD 134,961,000 as of December 31, 2024, from HKD 130,767,000 as of June 30, 2024, marking an increase of about 3.00%[27]. - The company’s inventory as of December 31, 2024, was HKD 31,232,000, up from HKD 29,549,000 as of June 30, 2024, indicating an increase of approximately 5.70%[25]. - The total liabilities related to assets classified as held for sale were HKD 11,042,000, remaining stable compared to HKD 11,041,000 as of June 30, 2024[80]. Business Operations and Strategy - The company is focusing on improving operational strategies and exploring market expansion opportunities to enhance future performance[17]. - The company has decided to exit the metal recycling business in Hong Kong due to increasing procurement difficulties and declining profit margins[103]. - The company is exploring opportunities in countries with robust economies for its metal recycling business[103]. - The company is adopting a more flexible pricing strategy in the automotive sector to adapt to the sluggish consumer market, particularly in the high-end segment[104]. - The company is seeking opportunities to sell BAC Mono supercars in economically vibrant regions such as the Middle East[104]. - The group identified a business development opportunity related to rare earth projects in China and signed a memorandum of understanding for potential collaboration[120]. Shareholder Information - As of December 31, 2024, the total equity held by Mr. Yang Zhi Heng is 105,635,763 shares, representing 21.61% of the issued share capital[138]. - Major shareholder Zhu Ying Wen holds 27,000,000 shares, accounting for 5.52% of the issued share capital[141]. - Far East Holdings Limited owns 59,900,000 shares, which is 12.26% of the issued share capital[141]. - The total equity of Zhang Hui Feng and Gui Si Hai, including personal and company interests, amounts to 62,802,400 shares, representing 12.85% of the issued share capital[141]. - The company has a share option plan approved in November 2015, allowing for the issuance of up to 169,713,811 share options, which is 10% of the issued shares at that time[143]. - The share option plan was updated in December 2020, allowing for an additional 203,653,811 share options, subject to adjustments due to share consolidation[144]. - The company’s management aims to enhance business performance and shareholder value through the share option plan[143]. Compliance and Governance - The company has complied with the corporate governance code, except for the deviation regarding the roles of the Chairman and CEO being held by the same individual[150]. - The audit committee has reviewed the interim report for the six months ending December 31, 2024, which includes unaudited financial performance[153]. - The independent review of the interim financial data was conducted by a reputable accounting firm, ensuring transparency and accuracy[153]. - The company has adopted a standard code for securities trading by directors, and all directors confirmed compliance during the reporting period[152]. Market and Investment Performance - The fair value gain from investment properties was HKD 1,335,000, a recovery from a loss of HKD 11,400,000 in the previous year[22]. - The fair value measurement of biological assets is HKD 182,620,000, while the fair value of investment properties in Hong Kong is HKD 192,855,000[42]. - The fair value of investment properties in China is reported at HKD 48,528,000 as of December 31, 2024[42]. - The market value of investments classified at fair value through profit or loss was approximately HKD 284,000 as of December 31, 2024, significantly down from HKD 5,032,000 as of June 30, 2024[113]. - The company has maintained a prudent approach to securities trading decisions due to the unclear market conditions in Hong Kong[111].
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