Financial Performance - The company reported a net loss of HKD 21,600,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to a net profit of HKD 1,400,000 in 2023[8]. - Total revenue for 2024 was HKD 453,581,000, a decrease from HKD 393,284,000 in 2023, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 15.3%[12]. - Gross profit for 2024 was HKD 44,665,000, down from HKD 56,979,000 in 2023, indicating a decline of 21.5%[12]. - Operating loss for 2024 was HKD 19,457,000, compared to an operating profit of HKD 3,856,000 in 2023[12]. - The group's gross profit decreased by approximately HKD 12,300,000 or 21.6% to approximately HKD 44,700,000, with the overall gross profit margin declining from 14.5% to 9.8% due to increased market competition and a drop in average selling prices[19]. - Other income decreased from approximately HKD 24,100,000 to approximately HKD 12,800,000, primarily due to the absence of dismantling compensation income in the current year[20]. - The company’s financial performance and position as of December 31, 2024, are detailed in the consolidated financial statements on pages 52 to 54 of the annual report[120]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of December 31, 2024, were HKD 282,928,000, an increase from HKD 264,004,000 in 2023[13]. - Total liabilities increased to HKD 126,494,000 in 2024 from HKD 80,813,000 in 2023, representing a significant rise of 56.5%[13]. - The current ratio decreased to approximately 2.0 times from 3.1 times, indicating a reduction of about 35.5% in liquidity[27]. - The group maintained cash and bank balances of approximately HKD 27,800,000, an increase of about HKD 7,500,000 from HKD 20,300,000 in the previous year[30]. - As of December 31, 2024, the company's lease liabilities amount to approximately HKD 12,600,000[32]. Business Strategy and Outlook - The company plans to enhance cost control measures and improve production capacity to strengthen competitiveness[8]. - The company aims to develop advanced automated production lines to prepare for future growth[8]. - The company will seek new business opportunities to achieve better diversification[8]. - The company expressed a cautious yet optimistic outlook for business development in 2025[8]. - The group plans to continue monitoring market trends and consumer behavior while implementing cost-saving measures to enhance financial performance[15]. - The group aims to diversify its business and revenue sources to mitigate potential risks and uncertainties in the market[15]. Corporate Governance - The company is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance, as evidenced by the diverse expertise of its board members[62]. - The board consists of two executive directors, two non-executive directors, and three independent non-executive directors as of December 31, 2024[69]. - All directors confirmed compliance with the securities trading standards code for the year ending December 31, 2024[65]. - The company has established clear separation of roles between the chairman and the CEO, with defined responsibilities[71]. - Independent non-executive directors are required to confirm their independence annually, ensuring unbiased decision-making[80]. - The board has reviewed the implementation and effectiveness of governance measures for the year ending December 31, 2024[81]. - The company’s governance practices are regularly reviewed to meet stakeholder expectations and regulatory requirements[68]. Committees and Meetings - The company has a total of four committees: Audit, Remuneration, Nomination, and Risk Management, all with written terms of reference[84]. - The Audit Committee held three meetings during the year ending December 31, 2024, reviewing interim and annual financial statements[87]. - The Remuneration Committee held one meeting during the year, reviewing the company's remuneration policies and making recommendations regarding director compensation[90]. - The nomination committee held one meeting during the year and reviewed the board's structure and composition[97]. - The risk management committee held two meetings and assessed the group's exposure to sanction-related risks[98]. Shareholder Information - The company has adopted a shareholder communication policy to ensure effective and timely communication with shareholders and potential investors[114]. - The company will suspend the transfer of shares from May 23, 2025, to May 29, 2025, to determine the eligibility of shareholders for the upcoming annual general meeting[130]. - The company did not recommend the payment of a final dividend for the year ended December 31, 2024, and the year ended December 31, 2023[121]. - The company has disclosed no significant transactions or arrangements involving directors' interests beyond what is stated in the annual report[137]. Employee Information - Total employee benefit expenses for the year ended December 31, 2024, are approximately HKD 129,300,000, compared to HKD 123,100,000 for the previous year[42]. - The company has a total of 1,025 employees as of December 31, 2024, with 1,008 located in China and 17 in Hong Kong[42]. Risk Management - The company faces various financial risks, including foreign currency risk, credit risk, liquidity risk, and interest rate risk[36]. - The company has adopted internal control and risk management policies to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations[196]. Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company is committed to promoting environmental sustainability and social development, with details provided in the Environmental, Social, and Governance report[194].
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