Financial Performance - For FY2024, the Group's consolidated turnover decreased to HK$1,075,732,000, representing a decrease of approximately 21.06% compared to the previous year[10]. - The net profit for FY2024 was HK$45,219,000, a decrease of approximately 33.38% from HK$67,871,000 in FY2023, resulting in basic earnings per share of 9.02 Hong Kong cents[10]. - Cash generated from operations was HK$77,239,000 in FY2024, with net cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year amounting to HK$349,130,000[13]. - The Group proposed a final dividend of 2 Hong Kong cents per ordinary share for the year ended December 31, 2024, down from 4 Hong Kong cents in 2023[36]. - The special dividend remained at 6 Hong Kong cents per ordinary share for both 2024 and 2023[36]. - The Group's current ratio was 3.49 as of December 31, 2024, compared to 3.51 as of December 31, 2023[32]. - The quick ratio was 2.83 as of December 31, 2024, slightly down from 2.84 in the previous year[32]. - The gearing ratio improved to 0.30 as of December 31, 2024, from 0.32 in 2023[32]. - Trade receivables turnover increased to 69 days in FY2024, up from 60 days in FY2023[33]. - Inventory turnover also increased to 53 days in FY2024, compared to 45 days in FY2023[33]. - Bank balances and cash decreased to HK$349,130,000 as of December 31, 2024, from HK$367,415,000 in 2023, a decrease of HK$18,285,000[33]. Investments and R&D - The Group invested HK$37,931,000 in FY2024 for new machinery and R&D, compared to HK$40,505,000 in FY2023[14]. - The Group's investment in information systems and automated production processes aims to achieve AIoT compatibility, enhancing operational efficiency and data management[17]. - The Group's investment in R&D has allowed it to maintain HNTE status for the eighth consecutive year, enabling growth through new knowledge and innovations[50]. - The Group plans to continue investing in the computerization of manufacturing, integrating ERP systems with financial analytic software like Microsoft Power BI for better decision-making[54]. - The Group's R&D team will consider new decarbonization requirements when developing innovative products[55]. Operational Strategies - The Group successfully shipped its first container of "Made in Indonesia" products in April 2024, establishing an overseas manufacturing facility to mitigate geopolitical risks[19]. - The Group adopted crisis risk management protocols following severe flooding in 2023, resulting in no damages or losses in 2024[18]. - New innovative grooming products were launched in 2024, despite a significant drop in sales demand in the home environmental product category[9]. - The Group's management continues to focus on digital transformation to improve data processing and analysis capabilities[14]. - The Group's management will remain vigilant and adapt to new business ecosystems to tackle immediate market downturns[50]. - The management team is focused on unlocking operational potential by analyzing profit margins, cash positions, and accounts receivables[54]. - The Group is preparing to comply with the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and other ESG requirements, which may increase total product costs[55]. - The Group's management is committed to forming stronger partnerships with strategic customers to adapt to market changes[50]. Corporate Governance - The company is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance through its independent non-executive Directors[72]. - The company’s leadership team has a diverse background in engineering, finance, and management, contributing to its strategic direction[66][71]. - The company has a remuneration committee and an audit committee, with various members holding significant experience in finance and management[72][75]. - The board of directors consists of three executive directors, two non-executive directors, and three independent non-executive directors, with no fixed term for appointments[198]. - The company emphasized corporate governance and has been in compliance with the applicable code provisions of the Corporate Governance Code throughout the year ended December 31, 2024[197][200]. Shareholder Information - As of December 31, 2024, the total number of issued shares of the Company is 501,324,860 ordinary shares[7]. - Dr. WONG, Kin Lae Wilson has interests totaling 97,348,981 shares, representing 19.42% of the total issued shares[126]. - Mr. WONG, Ying Man John holds 58,845,136 shares, representing 11.74% of the total issued shares[126]. - Dr. WONG, Man Hin Raymond holds 26,474,008 shares, representing 5.28% of the total issued shares[126]. - The Company did not purchase, sell, or redeem any of its shares during the year ended 31 December 2024[108]. - The Share Option Scheme allows for the issuance of up to 50,132,486 ordinary shares, representing 10% of the issued shares, excluding treasury shares[139]. - The Scheme will remain in force until November 6, 2034[151]. - No share options have been granted under the Scheme since its adoption on November 7, 2024, and no options were granted, exercised, cancelled, or lapsed during the year ended December 31, 2024[152]. Employee Relations - The Company maintains good relationships with employees, ensuring reasonable remuneration and benefits[93]. - The Group operates a Mandatory Provident Fund scheme covering all employees, with details provided in note 21 to the financial statements[183]. Risk Management - Further discussion on the Group's principal risks and uncertainties can be found on pages 9 to 10 of the annual report[84]. - Significant related party transactions during the year do not constitute connected transactions under the Listing Rules[181]. Charitable Contributions - Charitable donations made by the Group during the year amounted to approximately HK$980,000, a decrease from HK$1,390,000 in 2023[184].
利民实业(00229) - 2024 - 年度财报