2025-08-12 04:19Performance Summary Group Performance Overview The Group achieved a 3% increase in underlying net profit to HKD 2.035 billion, turning around to a HKD 535 million profit attributable to shareholders, while maintaining a low gearing ratio and stable interim dividend Half-Year Core Financial Indicators | Indicator | H1 2025 | H1 2024 | YoY Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Underlying Net Profit | HKD 2.035 billion | HKD 1.979 billion | +3% | | Profit/(Loss) Attributable to Shareholders | HKD 535 million | (HKD 2.637 billion) | Turnaround to Profit | Interim Dividend | Item | Amount | | :--- | :--- | | First Interim Dividend | HKD 0.20 per share | | Total Dividend Payout | HKD 611 million | - The Group's financial strategy emphasizes prudent management, including asset revaluation, maintaining a low gearing ratio, and using RMB debt for risk hedging and cost savings6 Business Review Macroeconomic Environment The global economy faces challenges from tariffs and geopolitical instability, while Hong Kong's residential market shows resilience, Mainland China's property market remains weak, and the Group maintains a healthy financial position with a 4.4% gearing ratio - The global economy faces multiple pressures from US tariffs, policy uncertainties, and geopolitical instability7 - The Hong Kong residential market demonstrated resilience, contrasting with the weak Mainland China property market and subdued consumer sentiment7 - The Group maintained a healthy financial position with a low gearing ratio of 4.4% and ample liquidity at period-end7 Hong Kong Property The Group strategically focused on the high-end residential market, achieving a record-breaking sale at Mount Nicholson, yet operating profit for development properties declined despite increased recognized revenue - A penthouse unit at Mount Nicholson sold for HKD 609 million, achieving a record-breaking HKD 144,000 per square foot for stratified units8 Hong Kong Development Property Financial Performance (Share of) | Indicator | H1 2025 | H1 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Recognized Revenue | HKD 475 million | - | | Operating Profit | HKD 31 million | HKD 179 million | Mainland China Investment Property Mainland China investment properties faced challenges from weak consumer sentiment, oversupply, and e-commerce trends, leading to pressure on office rents and occupancy, with both segment revenue and operating profit declining Mainland China Investment Property Financial Performance | Indicator | H1 2025 | YoY Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | HKD 2.244 billion | -4% | | Operating Profit | HKD 1.470 billion | -5% | Mainland China Development Property The Group's decision to halt land replenishment reduced portfolio risk, resulting in limited contracted sales and significant declines in recognized revenue and operating profit, alongside impairment provisions for slow-selling office inventory Mainland China Development Property Financial and Sales Performance (Share of) | Indicator | H1 2025 | H1 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Contracted Sales | RMB 859 million | RMB 699 million | | Recognized Revenue | HKD 520 million | - (YoY -79%) | | Operating Profit | HKD 40 million | - (YoY -92%) | | Impairment Provisions | HKD 522 million | HKD 564 million | Hotels The hotel business faced a challenging environment with pressured room rates and declining Mainland China occupancy due to competition, resulting in an overall operating loss despite revenue growth Hotel Segment Financial Performance | Indicator | H1 2025 | H1 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | HKD 312 million | - (YoY +7%) | | Operating Profit/(Loss) | (HKD 11 million) | HKD 12 million | Logistics Infrastructure The logistics business was impacted by shipping alliance restructuring and trade concerns, with Hong Kong throughput declining but Shenzhen terminals growing, leading to a slight revenue increase and double-digit operating profit growth - Throughput at Hong Kong Modern Terminals decreased by 3% to 1.7 million TEUs, while Shenzhen Da Chan Bay and Shekou Container Terminals grew by 20% and 11% respectively12 Logistics Segment Financial Performance | Indicator | H1 2025 | YoY Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | HKD 1.076 billion | Slight increase | | Operating Profit | HKD 137 million | +11% | Outlook Future market volatility is expected due to geopolitical and trade uncertainties, while Mainland China's property market faces fundamental recovery challenges, and Hong Kong's property market depends on interest rates and economic recovery, requiring the Group to remain vigilant - Future markets will continue to be impacted by complex external factors like geopolitical developments and trade uncertainties, limiting global economic growth15 - Mainland China's property market recovery faces fundamental challenges including oversupply, weak confidence, and a sluggish job market15 Financial Review Interim Results Review The Group's underlying net profit increased by 3% to HKD 2.035 billion, achieving a turnaround to HKD 535 million profit attributable to shareholders, despite declines in total revenue and operating profit primarily from development properties Revenue and Operating Profit Group total revenue decreased by 19% to HKD 5.669 billion and operating profit by 14% to HKD 2.657 billion, primarily due to development property declines and weak investment property rents, while hotels turned to loss and logistics profit rose Revenue and Operating Profit Performance by Business Segment | Business Segment | Revenue Change (YoY) | Operating Profit/Loss Change (YoY) | Main Reason | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Investment Property | -4% | -6% | Soft mall and office rents | | Development Property | -64% | -82% | Slow sales of Mainland inventory | | Hotels | +7% | Turnaround from profit to loss | New Changsha hotel in early operation | | Logistics | Slight increase | +11% | Increased Mainland throughput and favorable cargo mix | | Investments | - | -2% | Reduced dividend income | Profit/(Loss) Attributable to Shareholders Underlying net profit increased by 3% to HKD 2.035 billion, driven by logistics and development property improvements, but offset by investment property declines, resulting in HKD 535 million profit attributable to shareholders and HKD 0.18 basic EPS after revaluation adjustments Profitability Indicators Comparison | Indicator | H1 2025 | H1 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Underlying Net Profit | HKD 2.035 billion | HKD 1.979 billion | | Profit/(Loss) Attributable to Shareholders | HKD 535 million | (HKD 2.637 billion) | | Basic Earnings/(Loss) Per Share | HKD 0.18 | (HKD 0.86) | Liquidity, Financial Resources and Capital Commitments The Group maintained a robust financial position with shareholders' equity increasing to HKD 143.3 billion, net debt decreasing to HKD 6.5 billion, and a low 4.4% gearing ratio, supported by ample credit facilities and a liquid investment portfolio Shareholders' Equity and Asset Position As of June 30, 2025, shareholders' equity increased by 5% to HKD 143.3 billion, with NAV per share at HKD 46.89, and total operating assets grew 3% to HKD 185 billion, primarily in property, logistics, and investments Equity and Asset Overview | Indicator | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Shareholders' Equity | HKD 143.3 billion | HKD 136.8 billion | | Net Asset Value Per Share | HKD 46.89 | HKD 44.77 | | Total Operating Assets | HKD 185.0 billion | HKD 179.6 billion | Long-Term Investments Long-term investments increased by 15% to HKD 48.4 billion, with listed equities at HKD 39.8 billion, primarily concentrated in Hong Kong across property, new economy, and financial sectors Long-Term Investment Portfolio Analysis (HKD billion) | By Industry | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Property | 19.6 | 17.6 | | New Economy | 14.1 | 12.6 | | Financial & Others | 14.7 | 11.8 | | Total | 48.4 | 42.0 | Net Debt and Gearing Ratio Net debt decreased by 9% to HKD 6.5 billion due to operating cash flow and dividend income, maintaining a low 4.4% gearing ratio against total equity Debt Position | Indicator | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Debt | HKD 6.5 billion | HKD 7.1 billion | | Gearing Ratio | 4.4% | 5.0% | Capital Commitments As of June 30, 2025, the Group's estimated future capital expenditures total HKD 17.6 billion, with HKD 9.5 billion committed primarily for development and investment property construction in Hong Kong and Mainland China Future Major Expenditure Commitments (HKD million) | Segment | Committed | Uncommitted | Total | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Investment Property | 33 | 6,448 | 6,481 | | Development Property | 8,120 | 1,643 | 9,763 | | Others | 1,336 | 55 | 1,391 | | Group Total | 9,489 | 8,146 | 17,635 | Human Resources As of June 30, 2025, the Group employed approximately 6,000 staff, with remuneration based on responsibilities and market trends, including discretionary performance bonuses linked to individual and Group performance - The Group employed approximately 6,000 staff, with about 1,200 in management operations45 Consolidated Financial Statements Consolidated Income Statement The Consolidated Income Statement shows the Group's operating results for the six months ended June 30, 2025, with revenue at HKD 5.669 billion, and a turnaround to HKD 592 million profit from a prior-year loss, largely due to a narrowed fair value decrease in investment properties Key Items from Consolidated Income Statement (HKD million) | Item | H1 2025 | H1 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 5,669 | 7,032 | | Operating Profit | 2,657 | 3,085 | | Profit/(Loss) Before Tax | 755 | (5,543) | | Profit/(Loss) for the Period | 592 | (2,558) | | Profit/(Loss) Attributable to Company Shareholders | 535 | (2,637) | | Basic Earnings/(Loss) Per Share | HKD 0.18 | (HKD 0.86) | Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income The Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income shows a significant improvement to HKD 7.182 billion total comprehensive income for the period, primarily driven by a HKD 5.966 billion gain from fair value changes in equity investments, compared to a prior-year comprehensive loss Key Items from Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income (HKD million) | Item | H1 2025 | H1 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Profit/(Loss) for the Period | 592 | (2,558) | | Fair Value Change of Equity Investments | 5,966 | (4,920) | | Other Comprehensive Income for the Period | 6,590 | (5,073) | | Total Comprehensive Income for the Period | 7,182 | (7,631) | Consolidated Statement of Financial Position The Consolidated Statement of Financial Position as of June 30, 2025, shows total assets at HKD 198.606 billion, total liabilities at HKD 49.565 billion, and net assets at HKD 149.041 billion, all increasing from year-end 2024 Key Items from Consolidated Statement of Financial Position (HKD million) | Item | June 30, 2025 | December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Non-current Assets | 148,390 | 142,597 | | Current Assets | 50,216 | 47,442 | | Total Assets | 198,606 | 190,039 | | Total Liabilities | (49,565) | (47,569) | | Net Assets | 149,041 | 142,470 | | Shareholders' Equity | 143,304 | 136,832 | Notes to the Financial Statements Segment Information This note details revenue and performance for the Group's five operating segments, highlighting investment property and investments as key operating profit contributors, with Mainland China generating most revenue and Hong Kong showing stable operating profit Revenue and Operating Profit by Business Segment (H1 2025, HKD million) | Business Segment | Revenue | Operating Profit/(Loss) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Investment Property | 2,281 | 1,484 | | Development Property | 739 | 71 | | Hotels | 312 | (11) | | Logistics | 1,076 | 137 | | Investments | 1,000 | 1,000 | Revenue and Operating Profit by Geographical Segment (H1 2025, HKD million) | Region | Revenue | Operating Profit | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Hong Kong | 2,316 | 1,147 | | Mainland China | 3,219 | 1,379 | | Others | 134 | 131 | Dividends Attributable to Shareholders The Board declared a first interim dividend of HKD 0.20 per share for the half-year ended June 30, 2025, consistent with the prior year, totaling HKD 611 million First Interim Dividend Details | Item | 2025 | 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Dividend Per Share | HKD 0.20 | HKD 0.20 | | Total Dividend | HKD 611 million | HKD 611 million | Other Information Corporate Governance Code The company complied with the Corporate Governance Code, except for the combined Chairman and CEO roles, which the Board believes enhances strategic efficiency and maintains a balance of power - The company deviated from Corporate Governance Code Rule C.2.1 regarding the separation of Chairman and CEO roles, which the Board considers more effective68 Interim Dividend Related Dates The announcement details the 2025 first interim dividend payment schedule, requiring share transfer documents by September 1, 2025, with the dividend payable on September 16 Key Dividend Payment Dates | Item | Date | | :--- | :--- | | Ex-dividend Date | August 29, 2025 | | Latest Time for Lodging Transfer Documents | September 1, 2025 | | Record Date | September 1, 2025 | | Payment Date | September 16, 2025 |