华大酒店(00201) - 2025 - 中期业绩

Interim Results Announcement For the six months ended June 30, 2025, net profit attributable to owners of the company before revaluation and depreciation increased by 43% to HK$59.3 million, while the after-tax loss significantly narrowed Performance Overview For the six months ended June 30, 2025, net profit attributable to owners of the company before revaluation and depreciation increased by 43% to HK$59.3 million, while the after-tax loss significantly narrowed Key Financial Indicators | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 (HK$ thousands) | As of June 30, 2024 (HK$ thousands) | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net profit attributable to owners of the company after tax and before revaluation and depreciation of land, property, and equipment | 59,295 | 41,562 | +43% | | Loss after tax and non-controlling interests | (15,198) | (32,360) | -53% (Loss narrowed) | Interim Dividend The Board does not recommend an interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2025, consistent with the prior year - The Board does not recommend an interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2025[5] Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements The Group's financial statements for the period show increased revenue and gross profit, a narrowed loss, and growth in total assets less current liabilities and total equity Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the Group's total revenue increased to HK$256.6 million, gross profit significantly improved, and the loss for the period narrowed to HK$15.4 million from HK$32.5 million in the prior year Summary of Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 (HK$ thousands) | As of June 30, 2024 (HK$ thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Revenue | 256,643 | 243,969 | | Gross Profit | 34,036 | 19,722 | | Loss Before Tax | (8,731) | (29,483) | | Loss for the Period | (15,385) | (32,546) | | Basic Loss Per Share (HK cents) | (0.17) | (0.36) | Condensed Consolidated Statement of Total Comprehensive Income Total comprehensive income for the period turned from a loss of HK$47.2 million in the prior year to a gain of HK$93.5 million, primarily due to positive exchange differences from overseas operations Summary of Condensed Consolidated Statement of Total Comprehensive Income | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 (HK$ thousands) | As of June 30, 2024 (HK$ thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Loss for the Period | (15,385) | (32,546) | | Exchange differences arising from translation of overseas operations | 121,222 | (13,773) | | Total comprehensive income (expense) for the period | 93,545 | (47,227) | | Total comprehensive income (expense) attributable to owners of the company | 93,732 | (47,041) | Condensed Consolidated Statement of Financial Position As of June 30, 2025, the Group's total assets less current liabilities increased to HK$4,332.5 million, net current liabilities decreased, and total equity grew to HK$4,230.5 million Summary of Condensed Consolidated Statement of Financial Position | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 (HK$ thousands) | As of December 31, 2024 (HK$ thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Non-current assets | 4,831,395 | 4,777,882 | | Current assets | 194,187 | 224,446 | | Current liabilities | 693,064 | 761,854 | | Net current liabilities | (498,877) | (537,408) | | Total assets less current liabilities | 4,332,518 | 4,240,474 | | Equity attributable to owners of the company | 4,224,058 | 4,130,326 | | Total equity | 4,230,507 | 4,136,962 | Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements This section details the basis of preparation, principal accounting policies, and specific breakdowns of revenue, segments, finance costs, income tax, loss, dividends, loss per share, and receivables/payables 1. Basis of Preparation The condensed consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with Hong Kong Accounting Standard 34 and the applicable disclosure requirements of Appendix D2 to the Listing Rules of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited - Financial statements are prepared in accordance with HKAS 34 and Appendix D2 of the Listing Rules[9] - Financial information for the year ended December 31, 2024, has been delivered to the Companies Registry, with an unqualified auditor's report[9] 2. Principal Accounting Policies The financial statements are prepared on a historical cost basis, except for investment properties and certain financial instruments measured at fair value; amendments to HKFRS accounting standards were first applied this period with no significant impact on financial position or performance - Financial statements are prepared on a historical cost basis, with investment properties and some financial instruments measured at fair value[10] - Amendments to HKFRS accounting standards were first applied this period, with no significant impact on financial position or performance[12] 3. Revenue Total revenue primarily comprises hotel operations revenue of HK$231.2 million, property rental income of HK$25.4 million, and dividend income of HK$25 thousand Revenue Source Analysis | Revenue Source | As of June 30, 2025 (HK$ thousands) | As of June 30, 2024 (HK$ thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Hotel Operations Revenue | 231,238 | 224,959 | | Property Rental Income | 25,380 | 19,010 | | Dividend Income | 25 | - | | Total Revenue | 256,643 | 243,969 | 4. Segment Information The Group's operating and reportable segments include hotel services, property investment, and securities investment, with revenues of HK$231.2 million, HK$25.4 million, and HK$25 thousand, respectively - The chief operating decision maker is the Chairman of the Company, and segment information is used for resource allocation and performance assessment[14] - Operating segments include 8 hotel services, property investment, and securities investment[15] Segment Revenue and Results | Segment | Revenue as of June 30, 2025 (HK$ thousands) | Revenue as of June 30, 2024 (HK$ thousands) | Results as of June 30, 2025 (HK$ thousands) | Results as of June 30, 2024 (HK$ thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Hotel Services | 231,238 | 224,959 | 8,631 | 712 | | Property Investment | 25,380 | 19,010 | 20,380 | 14,010 | | Securities Investment | 25 | - | 25 | - | 5. Finance Costs Total finance costs decreased to HK$17.2 million from HK$23.2 million in the prior year, primarily comprising interest on bank loans and amounts due to immediate holding company Analysis of Finance Costs | Interest Source | As of June 30, 2025 (HK$ thousands) | As of June 30, 2024 (HK$ thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Bank Loans | 8,195 | 10,764 | | Amounts due to immediate holding company | 8,982 | 12,464 | | Total Finance Costs | 17,177 | 23,228 | 6. Income Tax Expense Income tax expense significantly increased to HK$6.7 million from HK$3.1 million in the prior year, primarily due to current taxation in Hong Kong and the UK Components of Income Tax Expense | Tax Source | As of June 30, 2025 (HK$ thousands) | As of June 30, 2024 (HK$ thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Hong Kong current tax | 3,933 | 2,260 | | UK current tax | 4,231 | 2,459 | | Under-provision in prior years (Hong Kong) | 111 | - | | Deferred tax | (1,621) | (1,656) | | Total Income Tax Expense | 6,654 | 3,063 | - Hong Kong profits tax rate remains at 16.5%, while China and UK profits tax rates are recognized based on the estimated weighted average annual income tax rate[18] 7. Loss for the Period The loss for the period was HK$15.4 million, after deducting depreciation expenses of HK$69.1 million and including bank deposit interest income of HK$1.2 million Adjustments to Loss for the Period | Item | As of June 30, 2025 (HK$ thousands) | As of June 30, 2024 (HK$ thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Depreciation of right-of-use assets | 384 | 381 | | Depreciation of property, plant and equipment | 69,109 | 68,541 | | Interest income from bank deposits | (1,230) | (2,718) | | Loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment | 12 | 741 | 8. Dividends For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the Board resolved not to declare or recommend an interim dividend, consistent with the prior year - The Board does not declare or recommend an interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2025[20] 9. Loss Per Share Basic loss per share narrowed to 0.17 HK cents from 0.36 HK cents in the prior year, primarily due to a reduction in loss attributable to owners of the company Loss Per Share Calculation | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 | As of June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Loss for the period attributable to owners of the company (HK$ thousands) | 15,198 | 32,360 | | Shares in issue (shares) | 8,947,051,000 | 8,947,051,000 | | Basic loss per share (HK cents) | (0.17) | (0.36) | - No potential ordinary shares existed during the period or prior period, thus diluted loss per share is not presented[22] 10. Trade and Other Receivables As of June 30, 2025, total trade and other receivables decreased to HK$9.1 million from HK$11.1 million as of December 31, 2024 Components of Trade and Other Receivables | Item | As of June 30, 2025 (HK$ thousands) | As of December 31, 2024 (HK$ thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Trade receivables (customer contracts) | 5,951 | 8,361 | | Other receivables | 3,121 | 2,776 | | Total | 9,072 | 11,137 | - The Group grants credit terms of 30 to 60 days to hotel travel agents and certain customers[23] 11. Trade and Other Payables and Accruals As of June 30, 2025, total trade and other payables and accruals decreased to HK$39.7 million from HK$47.4 million as of December 31, 2024 Components of Trade and Other Payables and Accruals | Item | As of June 30, 2025 (HK$ thousands) | As of December 31, 2024 (HK$ thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Trade payables | 4,324 | 5,031 | | Other payables and accruals | 35,361 | 42,385 | | Total | 39,685 | 47,416 | Management Discussion and Analysis This section provides an overview of the Group's overall performance, interim dividend policy, detailed analysis of revenue, hotel performance, costs, financing, key business achievements, and future outlook Overall Performance Net profit attributable to owners of the company before revaluation and depreciation increased by 43% to HK$59.3 million, driven by higher revenue and reduced hotel operating and finance costs - Net profit attributable to owners of the company after tax and before revaluation and depreciation of land, property, and equipment was HK$59.3 million, representing a 43% year-on-year increase[25] - The overall increase in profit was primarily due to a 5% increase in revenue and a reduction in hotel operating and finance costs[28] Segment Profit and Loss | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 (HK$ thousands) | As of June 30, 2024 (HK$ thousands) | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Hotel Operations Profit | 8,631 | 712 | +1,112% | | Property Investment Profit | 20,380 | 14,010 | +45% | | Securities Investment Income | 25 | - | Not applicable | | Loss After Tax | (15,385) | (32,546) | -53% | Interim Dividend Policy and Rationale The Board does not recommend an interim dividend to ensure higher cash flow for challenging economic conditions, high operating and interest costs, and to retain cash for debt reduction and the London Wood Street Hotel renovation - Not distributing an interim dividend aims to ensure higher cash flow to cope with unstable hotel industry conditions[27] - Cash is retained to further reduce bank debt and shareholder loans[27] - Cash is retained for the renovation project of the London Wood Street Hotel[27] Performance Analysis This section analyzes the Group's revenue, hotel performance, and cost structure, highlighting key drivers and changes during the period Revenue Analysis The Group's total revenue increased by 5% year-on-year to HK$258.3 million, driven by a 3% growth in hotel operations revenue and a 34% growth in investment property income Revenue Composition and Changes | Revenue Source | As of June 30, 2025 (HK$ thousands) | As of June 30, 2024 (HK$ thousands) | Change | Reason | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Hotel Operations Revenue | 231,238 | 224,959 | +3% | Increased room rates | | Investment Property Income | 25,380 | 19,010 | +34% | Increased rental income from London Royal Scot Hotel | | Other Income | 1,640 | 2,182 | -25% | Not applicable | | Total | 258,258 | 246,151 | +5% | | Hotel Performance The Group operates seven hotels and leases one in London, with hotel operations revenue increasing by 3% and the annual rent for London Royal Scot Hotel successfully rising by 34% to £4.737 million - The Group currently owns eight hotels, operating seven and leasing one located in London[30] - Hotel operations revenue increased by 3% to HK$231.0 million[30] - The annual rent for the London Royal Scot Hotel successfully increased by 34% to £4.737 million[31] Average Room Occupancy Rate from January to June 2025 | Hotel Name | Average Room Occupancy Rate (%) | | :--- | :--- | | Ramada Hong Kong Harbour View | 98 | | Ramada Hong Kong Grand | 99 | | Best Western Plus Hotel Hong Kong | 97 | | Grand View Hotel Causeway Bay | 99 | | Best Western Plus Hotel Tsim Sha Tsui | 98 | | Grand View Hotel Bay | 98 | | Shanghai Grand View International Hotel | 88 | Cost Analysis Hotel services cost (operating cost) for the period was HK$151.9 million, a 2% year-on-year decrease; administrative expenses (excluding depreciation) were HK$21 million, and hotel property depreciation was HK$68.2 million Changes in Key Cost Items | Cost Type | As of June 30, 2025 (HK$ millions) | As of June 30, 2024 (HK$ millions) | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Hotel Services Cost (Operating Cost) | 151.9 | 154.6 | -2% | | Cost of Sales (Food & Beverage) | 2.1 | 1.6 | +31% | | Administrative Expenses (excluding depreciation) | 21.0 | 22.3 | -6% | | Hotel Property Depreciation | 68.2 | 68.0 | +0.2 | Financing Activities The Group's total debt decreased by HK$64 million to HK$636 million, the gearing ratio fell to 15%, and finance costs decreased by 26% to HK$17.2 million due to lower interest rates Overall Debt Analysis | Debt Type | As of June 30, 2025 (HK$ millions) | As of December 31, 2024 (HK$ millions) | Change (HK$ millions) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Bank Loans | 301 | 345 | -44 | | Shareholder Loans | 335 | 355 | -20 | | Total Debt | 636 | 700 | -64 | - The gearing ratio decreased from 17% to 15%[36] - Total finance costs were HK$17.2 million, a 26% year-on-year decrease, primarily due to lower interest rates[37] - The Group's bank loans are primarily denominated in HKD and GBP with floating interest rates, exposing it to foreign exchange risk[38] Key Business Achievements Overnight visitor arrivals to Hong Kong recovered but remain below pre-pandemic levels, with declining per capita spending by Chinese tourists. The Group's average hotel occupancy consistently exceeded 90%, total revenue grew by 5%, and the London Royal Scot Hotel's annual rent successfully increased by 34% - Approximately 11.3 million overnight visitors arrived in Hong Kong, with 75% being Chinese tourists, still below pre-pandemic levels[39] - Per capita spending by Chinese tourists remained below HK$5,100, lower than the pre-pandemic HK$6,000[39] - The Group's average hotel occupancy rate consistently exceeded 90%[39] - The annual rent for the London Royal Scot Hotel successfully increased by 34% to £4.737 million[40] - The London Wood Street Hotel has been approved for renovation into a luxury hotel with approximately 216 rooms[40] Outlook The Group holds eight hotels and a London renovation project; future hotel operations and rental income face challenges from a weak Chinese economy and expensive HKD against RMB, but the "multiple-entry visa" policy in major Chinese cities may offer encouragement, with management continuing efforts to increase revenue and control costs - The Group holds eight revenue-generating hotels (six in Hong Kong, one in Shanghai, one in London) and the London Wood Street Hotel renovation project[41] - A weak Chinese economy and an expensive HKD against RMB led more Chinese tourists to stay in the Greater Bay Area and visit Hong Kong as day-trippers[41] - The implementation of a "multiple-entry visa" policy in other major Chinese cities may offer encouragement for future prospects[41] - Management will continue efforts to increase revenue and control costs to address challenges[42] Corporate Governance This section outlines the company's compliance with corporate governance codes, the Model Code, audit committee review, and the composition of the Board of Directors (a) Compliance with Corporate Governance Code The company has complied with the Corporate Governance Code in Appendix C1 of the Listing Rules, with one deviation: the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer roles are combined and held by Mr. Cheng Kai Man, which the Board believes facilitates strong leadership, strategic execution, and cost savings - The company has complied with the Corporate Governance Code, but the combined roles of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (held by Mr. Cheng Kai Man) constitute a deviation[44] - The Board believes the combined role facilitates strong leadership, strategic execution, and significant cost savings[44] (b) Compliance with Model Code The company has adopted the Model Code set out in Appendix C3 of the Listing Rules, and all Directors confirmed compliance during the period - All Directors confirmed compliance with the Model Code set out in Appendix C3 of the Listing Rules during the period[45] Review by Audit Committee The Audit Committee has reviewed the Group's unaudited financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2025 - The Audit Committee has reviewed the Group's unaudited financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2025[46] Board of Directors As of the announcement date, the Board of Directors comprises four executive directors (including the Chairman), one non-executive director, and three independent non-executive directors - The Board of Directors includes four executive directors (Mr. Cheng Kai Man as Chairman), one non-executive director, and three independent non-executive directors[48] Other Information This section confirms that no listed securities of the company were purchased, sold, or redeemed during the period Purchase, Sale or Redemption of Listed Securities For the six months ended June 30, 2025, neither the company nor any of its subsidiaries purchased, sold, or redeemed any of the company's listed securities - During the period, neither the company nor any of its subsidiaries purchased, sold, or redeemed any of the company's listed securities[43]