Financial Performance - The company's consolidated revenue for 2024 reached HKD 11.98 billion, a 15% increase from HKD 10.39 billion in 2023[6]. - Consolidated profit attributable to shareholders was HKD 140.75 million, up 114% from HKD 65.92 million in 2023[7]. - Basic earnings per share increased to HKD 0.1551, a 114% rise compared to HKD 0.0726 in 2023[6]. - Revenue from the food biological segment reached HKD 9.929 billion, a 22% increase year-on-year, with segment profit rising 133% to HKD 234 million[14]. - The group's revenue from the tinplate business was HKD 2.032 billion, a decrease of 10% compared to 2023, with segment profit dropping 55% to HKD 38.51 million[16]. - The property leasing business reported an occupancy rate of 84%, down 3 percentage points from 2023, with revenue decreasing by 10% to HKD 18.03 million[18]. - Net profit for the year increased to HKD 171,022 thousand, a significant rise of 84.3% compared to HKD 92,777 thousand in 2023[158]. - Total comprehensive income for the year was HKD 118,048 thousand, up from HKD 47,097 thousand in 2023, marking a growth of 150.5%[159]. Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The board proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.025 per share, representing a 25% increase from the previous year's HKD 0.020[7]. - The company reported a mid-term dividend of HKD 0.01 per share for 2024, consistent with 2023, and proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.025 per share, up from HKD 0.02 in 2023[43]. - The company aims to maintain a stable and sustainable dividend policy, with dividends proposed semi-annually, subject to the board's assessment of financial performance and future prospects[45]. - The company declared dividends of HKD 9,076,000 for the year, consistent with the previous year's dividend declaration[165]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of December 31, 2024, were HKD 4.94 billion, a 3% increase from HKD 4.79 billion in 2023[6]. - Total assets as of December 31, 2024, amounted to HKD 4.938 billion, while total liabilities increased to HKD 2.081 billion[20]. - Non-current assets decreased to HKD 2,125,575 thousand in 2024 from HKD 2,219,337 thousand in 2023, a decline of 4.2%[161]. - Current assets increased to HKD 2,812,739 thousand in 2024, up from HKD 2,569,664 thousand in 2023, representing a growth of 9.5%[161]. - Total liabilities decreased to HKD 2,856,836 thousand in 2024 from HKD 2,795,645 thousand in 2023, a reduction of 2.1%[162]. - The company’s equity attributable to shareholders increased to HKD 2,592,751 thousand in 2024 from HKD 2,570,014 thousand in 2023, reflecting a growth of 0.9%[162]. Operational Developments - The company plans to invest in an integrated supply chain platform for livestock, including slaughtering, processing, cold chain distribution, and fresh marketing[8]. - The company aims to expand its retail network in Hong Kong and diversify its fruit and vegetable product offerings[8]. - The joint venture in live pig farming turned profitable in 2024, benefiting from improved market conditions and reduced costs[9]. - The company is focused on enhancing its tinplate product quality and expanding its customer base both domestically and internationally[9]. - The group achieved a slaughter volume of over 3 million pigs, securing a leading market share in Guangdong Province[14]. - The group aims to enhance operational efficiency through digital transformation and supply chain optimization in the food biological segment[11]. Investments and Capital Expenditure - Capital expenditure for 2024 was HKD 54.37 million, significantly lower than HKD 261 million in 2023[23]. - The group plans to invest approximately HKD 302 million in capital expenditures for 2025[23]. - The group entered a partnership to establish a slaughterhouse in Foshan with a registered capital of RMB 90 million, with the group holding a 65% stake[24]. Risk Management and Compliance - The group has strengthened its foreign exchange market research and monitoring to mitigate foreign exchange risk, particularly from USD to RMB fluctuations[28]. - The company has implemented internal controls and monitoring systems to manage accounts receivable risks associated with customer creditworthiness[50]. - The company is actively seeking to diversify suppliers for its food biological business to reduce reliance on major suppliers and mitigate risks from potential policy changes[54]. - The company has established a safety production system to mitigate risks associated with machinery operations in its slaughtering and food processing businesses[51]. - The company is committed to enhancing environmental protection measures to mitigate negative impacts from its operations on the environment[53]. Corporate Governance - The board of directors includes both executive and non-executive members, with specific terms for re-election outlined[70]. - The board consists of seven members, including three independent non-executive directors, ensuring a balanced structure for effective oversight[116]. - The company has adhered to the corporate governance code, with the exception of the separation of roles between the chairman and the CEO[103]. - The independent non-executive directors have confirmed their independence as per the listing rules[108]. - The company encourages directors to participate in professional development courses related to corporate governance and compliance, ensuring they remain informed about legal and regulatory updates[113]. Audit and Financial Reporting - The audit committee has reviewed the annual performance for the year ending December 31, 2024[99]. - KPMG has been proposed for reappointment as the independent auditor at the upcoming annual general meeting[100]. - The audit opinion confirmed that the consolidated financial statements fairly present the financial position of the group as of December 31, 2024, in accordance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards[142]. - The auditor's fees for the year ending December 31, 2024, totaled HKD 4,037,000, with HKD 2,800,000 for audit services and HKD 1,237,000 for non-audit services[126]. - The audit committee held four meetings during the year, reviewing the group's 2023 full-year performance and 2024 interim and quarterly results[127]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company has committed to environmental sustainability, adhering to international and local regulations, and aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions[65]. - The company made donations totaling HKD 99,000 during the year, slightly down from HKD 100,000 in 2023[68]. - The company is committed to providing quality products through responsible environmental management and appropriate technology[102].
广南(集团)(01203) - 2024 - 年度财报