Revenue and Profit - The reported total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2025, was HKD 507.9 million, an increase of 19.4% compared to HKD 425.3 million for the same period in 2024[7]. - Revenue from the management of casinos in Macau was HKD 382.6 million, up from HKD 356.5 million in the previous year[8]. - Revenue from the sale and leasing of electronic gaming equipment and systems in Macau increased to HKD 125.0 million from HKD 68.2 million[8]. - The group recorded a profit of HKD 177.8 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025, representing a 48.9% increase from HKD 119.4 million in the same period of 2024[7]. - Adjusted EBITDA for the period was HKD 211.8 million, a 43.4% increase from HKD 147.7 million in the previous year[9]. - The increase in total revenue was primarily driven by the growth in casino management services and sales of electronic gaming equipment in Macau[7]. - For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the adjusted EBITDA was HKD 211.8 million, an increase of 43.4% from HKD 147.7 million for the same period in 2024[11]. - The adjusted EBITDA from the group’s managed casino in Macau, the Golden Fortune Casino, was HKD 170.5 million, up 18.6% from HKD 143.8 million in the previous year[12]. - The adjusted EBITDA for the electronic gaming equipment and systems segment was HKD 48.8 million, a significant increase of 335.7% from HKD 11.2 million in the prior year[13]. - The group reported a gaming revenue of HKD 698.9 million for the first half of 2025, representing a 7.2% increase from HKD 651.7 million in the same period of 2024[32]. Operational Performance - The average number of live hybrid gaming machine terminals increased to 973 from 956 year-over-year, contributing to the rise in gaming revenue[14]. - The average daily gaming revenue per live hybrid gaming machine terminal increased to HKD 2,497 from HKD 2,216, reflecting improved performance[16]. - Traditional gaming table revenue decreased slightly to HKD 235.2 million from HKD 240.4 million, with stable average table numbers[16]. - The group managed a total of 30 gaming tables and 100 slot machines at the Golden Fortune Casino, consistent with the previous year[15]. - The increase in electronic gaming equipment sales and upgrade services contributed to the significant rise in adjusted EBITDA for the electronic entertainment segment[13]. - The group anticipates continued growth driven by increased customer visits and the popularity of live hybrid gaming machines in the upcoming periods[17]. Market Expansion and Strategy - The company plans to continue expanding its operations in Macau and enhance its product offerings in the electronic gaming sector[7]. - The group is expanding its electronic gaming equipment supply business to other Asian markets, such as the Philippines and Sri Lanka, as well as North America[21]. - The group aims to strategically invest in innovative technologies and develop advanced electronic gaming equipment and systems to enhance its competitive advantage in the gaming industry[26]. - The group is expanding into emerging gaming markets such as the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia, leveraging its industry reputation and expertise[31]. Financial Management - The group maintains a cautious financial management approach, ensuring a stable liquidity position as of June 30, 2025[35]. - The group holds bank deposits of HKD 49.8 million and cash balances of HKD 417.8 million as of June 30, 2025, reflecting an increase from the previous year[36]. - The group expects a significant reduction in reported revenue and profit attributable to shareholders after the service agreement with 澳娛綜合 expires on December 31, 2025[32]. - As of June 30, 2025, the total outstanding debt of the group was HKD 126,100,000, a decrease of 19.5% from HKD 156,700,000 as of December 31, 2024[38]. - The group's debt-to-equity ratio as of June 30, 2025, was 21.4%, down from 29.0% as of December 31, 2024, primarily due to a reduction in total borrowings by HKD 30,600,000[39]. - The group has a total of HKD 14,200,000 in unsecured shareholder loans as of June 30, 2025, down from HKD 25,600,000 as of December 31, 2024[41]. Employee and Operational Costs - The total employee costs for the six months ended June 30, 2025, amounted to HKD 132,100,000, an increase of 14.6% from HKD 115,300,000 for the same period in 2024[48]. - The group has approximately 760 employees as of June 30, 2025, including about 400 gaming business employees hired by a related company[48]. Shareholder Information - The company announced an interim dividend of HKD 0.075 per share for the six months ending June 30, 2025, totaling HKD 78.9 million, up from HKD 52.6 million for the same period in 2024[34]. - As of June 30, 2025, August Profit Investments Limited holds 630,836,720 shares, representing 59.95% of the total issued shares[52]. - The total number of options available for grant under the 2017 Share Option Scheme as of June 30, 2025, is 105,218,531, equivalent to 10% of the total issued shares at the time of the scheme's adoption[57]. - The company proposed to terminate the 2017 Share Option Scheme and adopt the 2025 Share Option Scheme, which was approved by shareholders on May 27, 2025[55]. Corporate Governance - The company has complied with the corporate governance code during the six months ending June 30, 2025, with some exceptions noted[71]. - The interim report and the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for the six months ending June 30, 2025, have been reviewed by the audit committee and independent auditors[75]. Tax and Compliance - The company recognized a tax expense of HKD 6,188,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to HKD 1,646,000 for the same period in 2024, indicating a significant increase in tax obligations[103]. - The company has applied for a tax exemption from the Macau government for the period from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2025, based on its service agreement with a gaming operator[104].
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