Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the fiscal year 2024 reached HKD 1,016.4 million, an increase of 3.8% compared to HKD 979.2 million in 2023[10]. - Net profit for the year was HKD 39.7 million, a decrease of 17.6% from HKD 48.2 million in the previous year[10]. - The gross profit margin improved from 23.8% to 24.0% due to the depreciation of the Bangladeshi Taka against the US dollar and improved marginal costs[17]. - The company's revenue for the year reached HKD 1,016.4 million, an increase of HKD 37.2 million or 3.8% compared to HKD 979.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2023[20]. - The revenue from high-end human hair extension products increased by HKD 29.3 million to HKD 109.7 million, representing a growth of 36.4% due to the recovery in consumer purchasing power[21]. - The revenue from Halloween products decreased by HKD 12.0 million to HKD 24.6 million, a decline of 32.8%, primarily due to a sluggish consumer market in Europe[22]. - The cost of goods sold increased by HKD 26.7 million to HKD 772.8 million, an increase of 3.6%, mainly due to new minimum wage regulations in Bangladesh[23]. - The gross profit for the year was HKD 243.5 million, an increase of HKD 10.3 million or 4.4%, with a gross margin of 24.0%, slightly up from 23.8%[26]. - Other income rose by HKD 0.6 million to HKD 7.9 million, an increase of 8.2%, mainly due to higher rental income and bank interest[28]. - Financing costs increased by HKD 5.6 million to HKD 42.4 million, a rise of 15.2%, primarily due to persistently high interest rates[35]. - The company's income tax expense increased by HKD 6.4 million to HKD 13.0 million, a significant increase of 97.0%[36]. - Distribution and selling expenses decreased by HKD 4.0 million to HKD 27.0 million, a reduction of 12.9%, due to lower export transportation and advertising costs[31]. - Administrative expenses increased by HKD 13.4 million to HKD 132.5 million, an increase of 11.3%, mainly due to higher administrative costs from the hair design business and acquisitions[32]. - Cash and bank balances increased by 27.7% from HKD 90.6 million as of December 31, 2023, to HKD 115.7 million as of December 31, 2024[38]. - The total employee expenses for the year amounted to HKD 354.7 million, an increase from HKD 308.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2023[46]. - The company reported a total issued share count of 646,674,000 shares, with a proposed final dividend of HKD 0.028 per share, totaling approximately HKD 18,107,000, in addition to an interim dividend of HKD 0.030 per share, making the total dividend HKD 0.058 per share for the year[163]. - The company plans to distribute at least 20% of its distributable net profit as dividends to shareholders each fiscal year[167]. Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to enhance financial performance through inventory control, cost optimization, and reducing bank borrowing costs[11]. - The company will accelerate deployment on well-known cross-border e-commerce platforms and explore other social platforms to open new sales channels[11]. - The company is entering the new hairstyle design business and promoting hair extension products directly to consumers[16]. - The company continues to strengthen inventory control and optimize production processes to maintain market competitiveness[9]. - The group plans to expand its sales team and develop sample rooms to meet customer demands and accelerate deployment on cross-border e-commerce platforms[53]. - The board anticipates stable growth in demand for wigs and hair extension products until the end of 2025[54]. - The company has expanded its production scale significantly, establishing a leading position in the hair products industry[57]. - The company is actively involved in product design and development, with a dedicated R&D department established by Ms. Jia in 2002[61]. - The company has a strong focus on market expansion, particularly in China, where Mr. Li is responsible for sales and marketing efforts[65]. - The company aims to maintain a competitive advantage by strengthening its product innovation and R&D teams in China and Bangladesh[87]. Governance and Management - The company has a structured management team with clear roles in strategy, production, and market oversight[67]. - The board consists of four executive directors and four non-executive directors, ensuring a balanced structure for independent judgment[91]. - The company has complied with the listing rules regarding the appointment of at least three independent non-executive directors, constituting at least one-third of the board[91]. - The company emphasizes the importance of independent directors in providing strategic and independent advice[72][75][77]. - The board has mechanisms in place to ensure independent opinions are obtained, including the appointment of independent non-executive directors[93]. - The company has established three committees: Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee, and Nomination Committee to supervise specific aspects of the company's affairs[104]. - The Audit Committee is responsible for overseeing the integrity of the company's financial statements and the effectiveness of the audit process[109]. - The Remuneration Committee aims to ensure competitive remuneration levels to attract and retain qualified talent for the company's successful operation[111]. - The company has adopted a formal and transparent procedure for appointing new directors and a succession plan for the board[96]. - The board is responsible for overseeing the design and implementation of the internal control system to manage significant risks[134]. - The company has implemented a robust internal control and risk management system to monitor financial performance and significant transactions[97]. - The company has adopted a comprehensive risk management policy to identify, assess, and manage significant risks[134]. - The company has received annual written confirmations of independence from all independent non-executive directors[91]. - The company secretary has complied with the relevant professional training requirements under the Listing Rules[138]. Market and Competitive Landscape - The company faces significant competition from manufacturers in countries with lower labor costs, such as China, Bangladesh, and Indonesia[171]. - The company is at risk of losing competitiveness if it fails to timely develop and introduce innovative products in response to changing consumer trends[175]. - The company is exposed to risks associated with labor supply and increasing labor costs, which are critical for maintaining product quality[169]. - The company may be forced to lower prices or increase capital expenditures to remain competitive, which could adversely affect profitability[172]. - The company has no long-term supply agreements that mitigate risks related to raw material costs and supply fluctuations[176]. - The company faces risks related to operating in Bangladesh, including political and economic instability, which could significantly impact its business and financial performance[178]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company has implemented effective measures for environmental sustainability, including resource efficiency and energy conservation[160]. - The company’s environmental policy and performance details are included in the annual report under the "Environmental, Social and Governance Report" section[162]. - The company emphasizes the importance of maintaining good relationships with suppliers and customers to achieve long-term goals, with no substantial disputes reported during the year[159]. Financial Risk Management - The company’s financial risk management objectives and policies are detailed in the notes to the consolidated financial statements[156]. - The company has not entered into any interest rate swap contracts to hedge against floating rate bank loan volatility during the year, maintaining a zero balance in such contracts[180]. - The company is closely monitoring interest rate risks and may take measures such as issuing fixed-rate bonds to manage these risks[180]. - The total amount of bank borrowings and overdrafts was HKD 562.3 million, down from HKD 603.7 million in 2023, reflecting a decrease of 6.9%[177]. - The company has unutilized bank credit facilities amounting to HKD 182.3 million, up from HKD 140.0 million in 2023, an increase of 30.0%[177].
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