Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2025, was HKD 920,736,000, a decrease of 8.6% compared to HKD 1,007,579,000 for the same period in 2024[3] - Gross profit increased to HKD 41,866,000, up 5.8% from HKD 39,576,000 in the previous year[3] - The net loss for the period was HKD 10,136,000, an improvement of 43.5% compared to a net loss of HKD 17,850,000 in the prior year[4] - Basic and diluted loss per share improved to HKD 1.23 from HKD 2.17 year-over-year[4] - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2025, was HKD 920,736,000, a decrease of 8.6% from HKD 1,007,579,000 for the same period in 2024[14] - Revenue from Hong Kong was HKD 402,601,000 with a segment loss of HKD (10,187,000), compared to HKD 389,934,000 and a loss of HKD (28,823,000) in 2024[17] - Revenue from Mainland China was HKD 518,135,000 with a segment loss of HKD (5,872,000), down from HKD 617,645,000 and a profit of HKD 10,365,000 in 2024[17] - The total pre-tax loss for the six months ended September 30, 2025, was HKD (10,456,000), an improvement from HKD (16,340,000) in 2024[20] - Basic loss per share for the six months ended September 30, 2025, was HKD (1.23), compared to HKD (2.17) in 2024[24] - The cost of inventory recognized as an expense for the six months ended September 30, 2025, was HKD 880,450,000, down from HKD 968,287,000 in 2024[28] - The company recorded a loss attributable to equity shareholders of approximately HKD 10.2 million, an improvement from a loss of HKD 18 million in the previous period[32] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of September 30, 2025, were HKD 783,221,000, slightly down from HKD 790,149,000 as of March 31, 2025[6] - Total assets for the segments as of September 30, 2025, were HKD 812,879,000, a decrease from HKD 823,316,000 as of March 31, 2025[19] - Cash and cash equivalents increased to HKD 239,398,000 from HKD 219,662,000, reflecting a growth of 9.9%[6] - Cash and cash equivalents as of September 30, 2025, totaled HKD 239,398,000, an increase from HKD 219,662,000 as of March 31, 2025[29] - The group reported cash and bank balances of approximately HKD 239 million as of September 30, 2025, an increase from HKD 220 million on March 31, 2025[46] - The group’s bank borrowings were approximately HKD 2.89 million as of September 30, 2025, down from HKD 7.71 million on March 31, 2025[46] - The capital debt ratio was 1.15% as of September 30, 2025, compared to 1.88% on March 31, 2025[46] - The current ratio stood at 2,227% as of September 30, 2025, up from 1,984% on March 31, 2025[46] Operational Highlights - The company continues to focus on its core business of trading metals and providing related services in Hong Kong and mainland China[8] - The company did not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2025, consistent with the previous year[22] - Employee costs, including director remuneration, were approximately HKD 33.2 million for the six months ended September 30, 2025, compared to HKD 32.6 million for the same period in 2024[48] - The group aims to enhance customer engagement and expand its product portfolio in Southeast Asia, leveraging existing operations in Thailand[42] - The group is focusing on integrating laboratory testing with process analysis to provide more precise and efficient metal solutions[43] - The group is committed to maintaining a prudent operational stance while accelerating initiatives to assist clients in waste reduction and emission lowering[41] - The board does not recommend the distribution of an interim dividend for the period[45] - The group emphasizes a strong governance framework to ensure business decisions align with regulatory requirements and long-term sustainability goals[40] Market and Industry Insights - Zinc prices steadily increased during the period, trading between approximately USD 2,520 and USD 3,019 per ton, with a closing price of USD 3,016 per ton on September 30, 2025[33] - The company is focusing on responsible supply chain management and sustainable manufacturing practices to mitigate risks associated with market volatility[34] - The company is enhancing its technical capabilities and product differentiation through R&D collaborations, aiming to optimize its competitive advantage in the alloy market[35] - Financing costs decreased to HKD 300,000 from HKD 500,000 in the prior period, indicating improved cost management[33] Property and Equipment - The net book value of property, plant, and equipment as of September 30, 2025, was HKD 41,896,000, a decrease from HKD 48,342,000 in 2024[27] - The company has entered into a land recovery agreement, expecting to receive approximately HKD 14.3 million in compensation, which will enhance financial flexibility and operational efficiency[38]
利记(00637) - 2026 - 中期业绩