Financial Performance - The Group recorded a profit attributable to shareholders of HK$64.87 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025, an increase of 94.9% compared to the same period in 2024[20]. - The Group's basic earnings per share was HK$0.1086[20]. - The financial services business reported an unaudited profit after tax of HK$70.75 million in the first half of 2025, representing a 38.1% increase compared to HK$51.24 million in the same period of 2024[44]. - The Group recorded an unaudited profit attributable to shareholders of HK$64.87 million for the first half of 2025, a 94.9% increase from HK$33.29 million in the same period of 2024[42]. - The profit for the period reached HK$64,868,000, more than doubling from HK$33,292,000 in 2024[146]. - Profit before taxation rose to HK$69,140,000, a substantial increase from HK$36,629,000 in the prior year[145]. - The profit for the period for the six months ended June 30, 2025, was HK$64,868,000, an increase from HK$54,404,000 for the same period in 2024, representing a growth of approximately 19.5%[152]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets of the Group increased by 4.7% to HK$9.34 billion as of June 30, 2025, compared to HK$8.92 billion at the end of 2024[21]. - As of June 30, 2025, the Group's total liabilities amounted to HK$1,127.02 million, an increase from HK$1,096.92 million as of December 31, 2024, with a total liabilities to equity ratio of 13.7% compared to 14% previously[86][88]. - Total assets as of June 30, 2025, amounted to HK$9,344,397,000, an increase from HK$8,915,071,000 at the end of 2024[149]. - Total liabilities increased to HK$1,127,024,000 in 2025 from HK$1,096,924,000 in 2024, representing a rise of approximately 2.8%[196]. Investments and Shareholder Information - The net asset value per share reached HK$13.76, with 80.9% derived from investments in Xiamen International Bank[24]. - As of June 30, 2025, Samba Limited holds 144,885,000 shares, representing approximately 24.26% of the issued share capital of the Company[122]. - Guixin Limited and Fujian Investment & Development Group Co., Ltd. collectively hold 355,552,883 shares, accounting for approximately 59.53% of the issued share capital[122]. - The public float of the Company was approximately 24.40% as of June 30, 2025, below the minimum required percentage of 25%[142]. - Following the disposal of 3,800,000 shares by Citychamp, the public float increased to approximately 25.03%, restoring compliance with the minimum requirement[143]. Insurance Operations - Min Xin Insurance maintained a Financial Strength Rating of B++ and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of bbb+ with a stable outlook[31]. - The insurance service recorded a surplus of HK$13.43 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025, an increase of 157.8% compared to HK$5.21 million in the same period of 2024[32]. - Min Xin Insurance recorded insurance revenue of HK$90.46 million, a decrease of 1.6% compared to HK$91.91 million in the same period of 2024[59]. - Min Xin Insurance's profit after tax increased by 120.1% to HK$8.76 million, up from HK$3.98 million in the same period of 2024[60]. Economic Outlook and Strategic Focus - The Group is focused on prudent business development and diversifying income sources amid ongoing global economic volatility[18]. - The overall economic outlook remains uncertain due to geopolitical risks and international tariff issues, but the Group's performance improved from the appreciation of the Renminbi against the Hong Kong dollar[41]. - The Group is optimistic about long-term growth prospects due to early signs of recovery in capital markets[36]. Segment Performance - The financial services segment includes banking operations in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau, as well as microcredit services in Mainland China[186]. - The insurance segment encompasses general insurance operations in Hong Kong and Macau[186]. - Property investment segment involves leasing high-quality office space in Mainland China[186]. - Strategic investments include A-share investments in Huaneng Power International and high-tech projects[186]. Cash Flow and Financing Activities - Net cash inflow from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2025, was HK$55,247,000, compared to a net outflow of HK$21,243,000 in the same period of 2024[152]. - The company reported a net cash outflow from investing activities of HK$236,415,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, a significant decrease from a net inflow of HK$290,102,000 in 2024[154]. - The company obtained bank loans totaling HK$756,330,000 during the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to HK$233,370,000 in the same period of 2024[154]. - The company paid dividends amounting to HK$53,753,000 during the reporting period[151]. Governance and Compliance - The Group confirmed compliance with the Corporate Governance Code throughout the six months ended June 30, 2025[106]. - The Audit Committee, consisting of three Independent Non-executive Directors, reviewed the Group's accounting principles and risk management practices[108][111]. - The Company’s corporate governance practices were reviewed, ensuring compliance with the Securities and Futures Ordinance[120].
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