Financial Performance - The group recorded revenue of approximately HKD 31,668,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, a decrease of 13.5% compared to HKD 36,451,000 in the same period of 2024[8]. - The loss attributable to the company's owners was approximately HKD 36,858,000, compared to a loss of HKD 14,040,000 in the prior year, representing a significant increase in losses[8]. - The group reported a gross profit of HKD 28,582,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to HKD 33,923,000 in the previous year[10]. - Administrative expenses increased to HKD 23,353,000 from HKD 18,296,000 year-on-year, reflecting higher operational costs[10]. - The basic and diluted loss per share was HKD 10, compared to HKD 1.50 in the same period last year[13]. - The company reported a loss of HKD 14,040,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to a loss of HKD 36,858,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2025[17]. - The company’s total equity attributable to owners decreased to HKD 1,083,854,000 as of June 30, 2025, from HKD 1,274,795,000 as of June 30, 2024[17]. - The company’s total comprehensive income for the period was negative, reflecting the losses incurred[17]. - The company reported a loss of HKD 19,914,000 due to impairment losses on loans and interest[36]. - The group reported a loss of HKD 41,674,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to a loss of HKD 29,140,000 in 2024, indicating a 43% increase in losses[46]. Cash and Assets - The total cash and cash equivalents increased by HKD 1,704,000, reaching HKD 145,052,000 as of June 30, 2025, compared to HKD 143,348,000 at the beginning of the period[20]. - The total assets as of June 30, 2025, were HKD 1,119,687,000, a decrease from HKD 1,171,828,000 as of December 31, 2024[40]. - The total liabilities as of June 30, 2025, were HKD 35,833,000, down from HKD 40,951,000 at the end of 2024[40]. - The group’s cash position remained strong, with bank balances and cash totaling approximately HKD 145.1 million as of June 30, 2025, compared to HKD 143.3 million on December 31, 2024[93]. - The net current assets amounted to approximately HKD 942.3 million, down from HKD 966.2 million as of December 31, 2024[138]. - The current ratio was approximately 27.3 times, an increase from 24.8 times as of December 31, 2024[138]. - The total assets less current liabilities amounted to HKD 1,083,854,000, a decrease from HKD 1,130,877,000 as of December 31, 2024[8]. - The net asset value of the group was approximately HKD 1,083,854,000, down from HKD 1,130,877,000 as of December 31, 2024[8]. Share Repurchase and Dividends - The group does not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for this period[8]. - The company repurchased a total of 133,590,000 shares at a cash price of approximately HKD 9,128,000 during the first half of 2025[18]. - The company also repurchased an additional 15,700,000 shares at a cash price of approximately HKD 1,037,000, which remains unissued as of June 30, 2025[18]. - The company repurchased a total of 149,290,000 shares during the period, with a total cost of approximately HKD 10,165,000[170]. - The repurchased shares included 133,590,000 shares that were subsequently canceled, and an additional 15,700,000 shares were canceled later[170]. Financial Services and Lending - The financial services segment reported a profit of HKD 263,000, while the lending segment reported a profit of HKD 3,147,000[36]. - The company plans to continue focusing on expanding its financial services and investment strategies to improve future performance[34]. - The lending business is managed through wholly-owned subsidiaries, focusing on four loan categories: property mortgages, other secured loans, guaranteed loans, and unsecured loans[100]. - The group aims to explore potential lending opportunities for project financing, contingent on market conditions and risk-return assessments[100]. - Strict credit policies and controls have been established to mitigate credit risks, with regular monitoring of loan quality and compliance[101]. - The group’s loan portfolio generated revenue of approximately HKD 24.6 million, accounting for about 77.6% of total revenue, with a significant decrease in operating profit to approximately HKD 3.1 million, down 85.4% from the previous year[110]. - The group recognized a significant impairment loss of approximately HKD 19.9 million due to increased uncertainty regarding the recoverability of overdue loans, compared to a reversal of HKD 1.8 million in the previous year[112]. - The group actively monitors its loan portfolio and conducts targeted negotiations to mitigate losses, reflecting a proactive approach to managing credit risk[113]. Investment and Market Outlook - The company has adjusted its asset investment strategy to allocate more resources to better-performing business activities, including margin financing and lending[123]. - The economic environment in Hong Kong remains uncertain due to geopolitical tensions and a sluggish real estate market, impacting the performance of the company's fund investments[124]. - The group is actively seeking investment opportunities in the growing healthcare industry, driven by population growth and increased health awareness[137]. - The group anticipates a GDP growth of 2% to 3% for Hong Kong in 2025, reflecting a cautious but improving economic outlook[135]. - The Hong Kong capital market showed resilience in the first half of 2025, with a market capitalization stabilizing at approximately HKD 42.7 trillion[135]. - The total funds raised through initial public offerings in Hong Kong during the first six months of 2025 amounted to approximately HKD 107.1 billion, indicating a strong recovery in the market[135]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has fully complied with all corporate governance codes during the reporting period[172]. - The company has adopted a standard code of conduct for securities trading by directors, confirming adherence during the reporting period[174]. - The Audit Committee has been established in accordance with Listing Rules 3.21 and 3.22, consisting of three independent non-executive directors[175]. - The Audit Committee has reviewed the accounting principles and practices adopted by the Group and discussed internal controls and financial reporting matters[175].
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