Financial Performance - The total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, was HKD 775,467,000, representing an increase from HKD 364,291,000 in 2023, which is a growth of approximately 113%[3] - The gross profit for the same period was HKD 134,036,000, down from HKD 174,433,000 in 2023, indicating a decrease of about 23%[3] - The operating loss for the year was HKD 10,576,000, compared to an operating profit of HKD 194,129,000 in 2023, reflecting a significant decline[3] - The net loss attributable to shareholders for the year was HKD 50,530,000, compared to a profit of HKD 27,699,000 in 2023, marking a turnaround of approximately 283%[3] - The total comprehensive loss for the year was HKD 50,954,000, compared to a comprehensive income of HKD 28,740,000 in 2023, indicating a significant negative shift[4] - The company reported a pre-tax loss of HKD 58,417,000 for 2024, compared to a profit of HKD 45,582,000 in 2023[21] - The company reported a basic loss per share of HKD 0.13 for the fiscal year 2024, compared to earnings of HKD 0.07 per share in 2023, reflecting a significant decline in performance[35] - The company reported a loss attributable to shareholders of approximately HKD 50,500,000 for the year, compared to a profit of HKD 27,700,000 in the previous year[52] Assets and Liabilities - The total assets decreased to HKD 4,286,723,000 in 2024 from HKD 4,724,974,000 in 2023, a reduction of about 9%[6] - The net asset value for the company was HKD 4,221,298,000 in 2024, down from HKD 4,295,624,000 in 2023, indicating a decrease of approximately 2%[8] - The total liabilities decreased from HKD 5,111,323,000 in 2023 to HKD 4,468,310,000 in 2024, indicating a reduction in financial obligations[22] - The total value of designated non-current assets decreased from HKD 3,471,798,000 in 2023 to HKD 3,292,850,000 in 2024, a reduction of about 5%[24] - The company’s cash and cash equivalents were reported at HKD 296,381,000 in 2024, an increase from HKD 256,133,000 in 2023, representing a growth of approximately 15.7%[40] - The company had no outstanding bank loans as of December 31, 2024, compared to HKD 367,100,000 in 2023[75] - The debt-to-equity ratio as of December 31, 2024, was 0.7%, a significant decrease from 9.0% in 2023, indicating a reduction in leverage[76] Revenue Streams - Property management fee income was HKD 16,667,000, while asset management fee income was HKD 180,938,000 for the year 2023[17] - Revenue from property sales amounted to HKD 452,810,000, with no revenue reported in the previous year[17] - Rental income from investment properties was HKD 76,139,000, slightly down from HKD 79,747,000 in 2022[17] - Interest income from investment instruments was reported as HKD 40,564,000, which was not present in the previous year[17] - The asset management division generated HKD 180,938,000 in revenue, down from HKD 216,186,000 in 2022, indicating a decrease of approximately 16.2%[20] - Revenue from external customers in Hong Kong surged to HKD 699,000,000 in 2024, up from HKD 218,237,000 in 2023, marking a growth of 220%[24] Investment Properties - The company reported a fair value increase in investment properties of HKD 9,900,000 in 2024, down from HKD 54,268,000 in 2023, a decline of about 82%[3] - The fair value change of investment properties increased by HKD 9,900,000 in 2024, compared to a net gain of HKD 54,268,000 in 2023[21] - The fair value of investment properties decreased to HKD 1,954,600,000 in 2024 from HKD 1,993,100,000 in 2023, indicating a reduction of approximately 1.9%[36] - The company recorded a fair value gain of HKD 9,900,000 from investment properties in 2024, a decrease of 81.7% compared to HKD 54,268,000 in 2023[36] Dividends - The proposed final dividend for 2024 is HKD 0.06 per share, consistent with the dividend declared in 2023[32] - The company approved a final dividend of HKD 0.06 per share for 2024, down from HKD 0.09 per share in 2023, resulting in total dividends of HKD 23,372,000 compared to HKD 35,058,000 in the previous year[34] - A final dividend of HKD 0.06 per share is proposed, consistent with the previous year, pending approval at the 2025 Annual General Meeting[89] Operational Challenges - The company continues to face challenges in the Hong Kong real estate market due to economic uncertainties and reduced buyer confidence[52] - The Hong Kong real estate market is expected to face challenges due to global economic uncertainties, high interest rates, and geopolitical tensions, but government stimulus measures are anticipated to boost housing demand and investment appetite[87] - The company remains cautiously optimistic about the overall property market in Hong Kong, expecting gradual recovery by 2025 despite current adverse conditions[88] Future Outlook - The company plans to continue its focus on property development and management, with ongoing projects expected to complete within the normal operating cycle[41] - The asset management business is expected to continue contributing stable income and profitability by 2025[88] - The company plans to maintain rental rates and occupancy for its investment properties, including Regal Centre, serviced apartments, and hotels, while continuing to sell residential projects[88] Corporate Governance - The company has adhered to the corporate governance code and standards for securities trading by directors as of December 31, 2024[93][94] - The audit committee has reviewed the annual performance for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, including accounting policies and internal controls[96] Miscellaneous - The company has no potential dilutive shares outstanding for both fiscal years, maintaining a consistent share count of 389,527,932[35] - The company has not engaged in any buybacks or redemptions of its listed securities as of December 31, 2024[95] - There have been no significant events following the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024[92] - The annual report will be sent to shareholders and published on the company's website at an appropriate time[98]
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