Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the six months ended December 31, 2024, was HKD 612,703,000, a decrease of 11.8% compared to HKD 694,900,000 for the same period in 2023[10]. - Commission income from counters was HKD 178,649,000, down 21.8% from HKD 228,255,000 in the previous year[13]. - Self-operated sales revenue was HKD 131,162,000, a decline of 20.4% from HKD 164,835,000 in the same period last year[13]. - The net profit for the period was HKD 3,108,000, compared to HKD 1,657,000 in the previous year, indicating a significant increase[13]. - The group's profit for the period was HKD 3.1 million, compared to HKD 1.7 million in the previous year, with earnings per share increasing to HKD 0.002 from HKD 0.001[23]. - The operating profit for the group was HKD 114,563,000, compared to HKD 121,292,000 in the previous year, representing a decrease of 5.7%[124]. - The group reported a net loss of HKD 46.2 million in fair value changes of investment properties for the first half of the 2025 fiscal year, primarily due to decreases in properties in Shanghai and Wuhan[59]. - The company reported a total comprehensive income of HKD 24,452,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2024, compared to HKD 68,064,000 for the same period in 2023, a significant decline of approximately 64.0%[91]. Revenue Breakdown - Rental income increased slightly to HKD 295,893,000 from HKD 293,381,000, reflecting a growth of 0.5%[13]. - Rental income accounted for 48.3% of total revenue, while sales commission from counters contributed 29.2%, and self-operated merchandise sales made up 21.4%[23][26]. - Department store sales revenue was HKD 1,272,022,000, down 19.2% from HKD 1,574,327,000 year-on-year[120]. - Customer contract revenue decreased to HKD 309,811,000 from HKD 393,090,000, reflecting a decline of 21.2%[120]. - Total sales proceeds for the first half of the 2025 fiscal year amounted to HKD 1,877.2 million, down from HKD 2,228.2 million in the first half of the 2024 fiscal year[54]. Assets and Liabilities - The total assets as of December 31, 2024, were HKD 9,876,029,000, down from HKD 10,205,513,000 at the end of June 2024[13]. - Total liabilities decreased from HKD 6,825,391,000 as of June 30, 2024, to HKD 6,471,455,000 as of December 31, 2024, representing a reduction of approximately 5.2%[88]. - Current liabilities amounted to HKD 3,662,390,000 as of December 31, 2024, compared to HKD 3,777,306,000 as of June 30, 2024, indicating a decrease of about 3.0%[88]. - The company's borrowings decreased from HKD 1,469,297,000 as of June 30, 2024, to HKD 1,417,976,000 as of December 31, 2024, a reduction of about 3.5%[88]. - The total amount of borrowings as of December 31, 2024, is HKD 1,417,976, with a total cash flow of HKD 1,494,387 due within one year[112]. Membership and Customer Engagement - The total number of members reached 7.87 million, representing a year-on-year growth of 4.7%[29]. - The company successfully registered over 8,000 new members during the "V Friends Festival" event, focusing on member benefits and engagement[39]. - The company reported a significant increase in member activity, with over 15,000 new members registered through innovative marketing strategies[40]. - The company is focusing on improving member service quality and diversifying member benefits to drive consumption growth[39]. Marketing and Retail Strategy - The company plans to enhance its retail experience by integrating various lifestyle brands and creating immersive consumption spaces[18]. - The group is focusing on enhancing the shopping experience by introducing flagship stores and diverse product categories, including sports, dining, and lifestyle offerings[28][34]. - The group has initiated a comprehensive marketing strategy, actively developing online platforms and collaborating with local lifestyle platforms to integrate online and offline traffic[30]. - The company introduced various entertainment and dining options in its stores, enhancing consumer engagement and attracting younger customers[35]. - The group aims to strengthen its market competitiveness by focusing on consumer-centric strategies and enhancing retail capabilities[23]. Financial Management - The net debt ratio increased slightly to 18.1% from 17.6% in the previous period, indicating a stable financial position[13]. - Net financial costs decreased from HKD 111.4 million in the first half of FY2024 to HKD 89.1 million in the first half of FY2025, primarily due to reduced interest expenses on lease liabilities from rent reductions[67]. - Employee benefits expenses decreased from HKD 160.5 million in the first half of FY2024 to HKD 151.6 million in the first half of FY2025, primarily due to ongoing cost control measures by management[62]. - The group maintains a strong liquidity position with sufficient cash and bank financing to manage its financial obligations[111]. Operational Changes - The company is actively expanding its IP ecosystem by integrating various cultural and culinary experiences in its stores[36]. - The company is focusing on a diversified membership strategy to maintain consumer engagement and drive sales through targeted marketing campaigns[19]. - The company is leveraging its marketing capabilities to enhance the overall shopping experience and attract a younger demographic[40]. - The company has established long-term partnerships with local brands to create unique community events, enhancing customer interaction[42].
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