Revenue and Financial Performance - The restaurant services segment recorded revenue of approximately HKD 213.8 million for the six months ending June 30, 2025, an increase of about 4.9% compared to HKD 203.8 million in the same period last year[7]. - The financial services segment contributed total revenue of approximately HKD 49.5 million, up about 3.9% from HKD 47.6 million in the previous year[8]. - Total revenue for the group was approximately HKD 263.9 million, representing an increase of about 4.7% from HKD 252.0 million in the previous year[26]. - For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the company reported revenue of HKD 263,907,000, an increase of 4.3% from HKD 251,982,000 in the same period of 2024[62]. - The gross profit for the same period was HKD 69,115,000, representing a gross margin of 26.2%, compared to HKD 64,546,000 in 2024[62]. - The company incurred a loss before tax of HKD 26,613,000, an improvement from a loss of HKD 31,268,000 in the previous year[62]. - The net loss for the period was HKD 28,552,000, compared to a net loss of HKD 32,854,000 in 2024, indicating a reduction in losses[62]. Segment Performance - The brokerage, margin financing, asset management, and professional services business recorded total revenue of approximately HKD 38.8 million, down from HKD 44.3 million in the previous year[14]. - The lending and credit card business recorded revenue of approximately HKD 7.1 million, an increase from HKD 3.3 million in the previous year, due to higher credit card transaction fees[18]. - The insurance and wealth management business generated revenue of approximately HKD 3.6 million, primarily from fees earned on insurance policies[19]. - The group reported a loss of approximately HKD 30.3 million in the lending and credit card business, up from HKD 16.5 million the previous year, mainly due to increased employee costs[18]. Assets and Liabilities - As of June 30, 2025, total assets amounted to HKD 2,148,372,000, significantly up from HKD 745,712,000 at the end of 2024[66]. - Current liabilities increased to HKD 1,824,577,000 from HKD 385,009,000 at the end of 2024, reflecting a substantial rise in trade payables[66]. - The group's debt-to-asset ratio was approximately 72.5% as of June 30, 2025, up from 35.8% as of December 31, 2024[50]. - Trade receivables as of June 30, 2025, were approximately HKD 61.0 million, a decrease from HKD 70.0 million as of December 31, 2024[47]. - Trade payables increased to approximately HKD 506.6 million as of June 30, 2025, compared to HKD 335.5 million as of December 31, 2024[48]. - Inventory as of June 30, 2025, was approximately HKD 52.0 million, reflecting an increase of about 38.5% from HKD 37.6 million as of December 31, 2024[49]. Cash Flow and Financing - The net cash used in operating activities was HKD 115,714,000 for the six months ending June 30, 2025, compared to HKD 15,018,000 in the same period last year[71]. - The company incurred a net cash outflow of HKD 2,086,000 from investing activities, a significant increase from HKD 92,000 in the previous year[71]. - Financing activities resulted in a net cash outflow of HKD 4,326,000, compared to HKD 14,955,000 in the prior period[71]. Shareholder Information - The company did not declare any interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2025, consistent with the previous year[61]. - Major shareholder Golden Sparkle Limited holds 552,489,500 ordinary shares, representing 25.07% of the issued share capital[145]. - As of June 30, 2025, the total issued share capital of the company is 2,203,361,000 shares[144]. Governance and Management - The company has not appointed a chairman of the board as of June 30, 2025, due to ongoing searches for a suitable candidate[150]. - The company is in the process of nominating a suitable candidate for the chairman position to comply with governance codes[151]. - The company has dissolved its Executive Committee and Investment and Credit Committee, effective August 28, 2025, with their functions being taken over by the Board of Directors[152]. Employee and Compensation - The company employed 168 staff as of June 30, 2025, up from 164 employees at the end of 2024[59]. - The company has adopted a share option scheme to incentivize employees, ensuring competitive compensation compared to market standards[60]. Market Outlook and Strategy - The company aims to create long-term value for shareholders through a diversified business portfolio, including food and financial services[56]. - The company is optimistic about Hong Kong's strategic position as a global offshore RMB business hub and a regional green technology and financial center[57]. - The company will continue to adopt a cautious approach in evaluating investment opportunities due to increased uncertainties in the investment environment[58].
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