Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2025, the company's revenue was RMB 748 million, a slight decrease of 0.1% compared to RMB 749 million in the same period of 2024[3]. - Gross profit for the same period was RMB 511 million, down 1.0% from RMB 516 million, resulting in a gross margin of 68.3%, a decrease of 0.6 percentage points year-on-year[3]. - Operating profit increased by 27.8% to RMB 207 million, compared to RMB 162 million in the previous year[3]. - Profit attributable to the company's owners rose by 48.9% to RMB 204 million, up from RMB 137 million in the prior period[3]. - Basic/diluted earnings per share increased by 48.3% to RMB 3.47, compared to RMB 2.34 in the same period last year[3]. - The interim dividend and special interim dividend per share were both RMB 2.08, an increase of 48.6% from RMB 1.40 in the previous year[3]. - The group achieved revenue of RMB 748 million, remaining basically flat year-on-year[16]. - Profit attributable to equity holders increased by 48.9% to RMB 204 million, with basic and diluted earnings per share rising by 48.3% to RMB 3.47[16]. - The operating profit for the sports equipment segment was RMB 26 million, while the investment segment reported an operating profit of RMB 181 million[51]. - The Kappa brand's total sales during the reporting period were RMB 705 million, showing no significant change from the previous period[53]. - The gross profit for the group was RMB 511 million, a slight decrease from RMB 516 million in the prior period, resulting in a gross margin of 68.3%[56]. - The investment segment's net investment income was RMB 294 million, up from RMB 171 million in the previous period, primarily driven by fair value changes in financial instruments[59]. - The pre-tax profit was RMB 210 million, resulting in an income tax expense of RMB 6 million, with an effective tax rate of 2.9%, significantly lower than 14.9% in the previous period[66]. - Profit attributable to the company's owners was RMB 204 million, with a profit margin of 27.3%, up from 18.3% in the previous period[67]. - Basic and diluted earnings per share were RMB 3.47, an increase from RMB 2.34 in the previous period[68]. - The total comprehensive income for the period was RMB 164,683,000, compared to RMB 89,822,000 in 2024, representing an increase of 83.3%[142]. - The company reported a net profit of RMB 203,773 thousand for the six months ended September 30, 2025, compared to the previous year's performance[161]. Market and Economic Conditions - The company anticipates challenges in the global economic recovery, with the IMF projecting a global growth rate of 2.8% for 2025[15]. - China's GDP grew by 5.2% year-on-year in the first three quarters of 2025, supporting global economic stability despite external pressures[15]. - Retail sales of sports and entertainment products in China increased by 22.2% year-on-year in the first half of 2025[34]. - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) raised China's GDP growth forecast for 2025 to 4.8%[33]. - The government introduced multiple policies to support the high-quality development of the sports goods industry, including financial support for manufacturing and services[35]. - The outdoor sports industry is projected to reach a total scale of 3 trillion yuan by 2025, driven by policy initiatives[36]. - In the first half of 2025, China's GDP grew by 5.2% year-on-year, ranking among the top major economies[32]. Brand and Product Development - The KAPPA brand had a total of 975 stores as of September 30, 2025, focusing on enhancing both online and offline consumer experiences[18]. - The PHENIX brand is positioned as a high-performance fashion ski brand, with plans to launch the "PARS" active rescue system in the 2025-2026 ski season[20]. - The company is focusing on improving the "quality-price ratio" of its products to attract consumers amid cautious spending behavior[15]. - The KAPPA brand achieved a 22% year-on-year sales increase through effective promotional activities in the second quarter[39]. - The KAPPA brand's retro running shoes became a best-selling product, with multiple reorders and sold-out status[38]. - KAPPA's membership activities led to significant sales growth and member asset accumulation, with new member spending increasing year-on-year[39]. - The PHENIX brand has positioned itself as a "high-performance fashion ski brand," with a product line that includes professional ski products and lifestyle products, focusing on both functionality and fashion[40]. - The PARS (phenix Active Rescue System) satellite positioning active rescue system has been developed in collaboration with BeiDou Satellite, with a product launch expected in the 2025-2026 snow season[41]. - PHENIX has become the official sponsor of over 20 universities' ski teams and has launched exclusive ski products for these institutions[41]. - The brand aims for double-digit sales growth in its e-commerce segment, maintaining a top-three position in the ski apparel industry[41]. - KAPPA's shoe products have seen strong sales performance, particularly with the TIFO "Little Pink Shoes" and the retro King model, which has become a bestseller[45]. - KAPPA's accessory business has shown steady growth, with successful products like the "Ice Skin Croissant" and improved operational efficiency through refined product development processes[46]. Investment and Financial Strategy - The group is adapting its investment strategy to navigate the ongoing global economic slowdown while controlling risks[22]. - The group’s investment net assets amounted to RMB 8.448 billion, reflecting a 1% increase since March 31, 2025[22]. - The company plans to continue optimizing its investment portfolio and enhance collaboration with project management teams to ensure stable returns for shareholders[49]. - The group aims to enhance brand competitiveness through innovative product launches and improved consumer experiences[49]. - The group has adopted a cautious investment strategy focusing on diversified investments to maximize shareholder value while ensuring capital safety and risk control[84]. - The investment decision-making committee consists of three members, including the chairman, who is the group chairman, and two executive directors[87]. - The investment approval process involves three main steps: preliminary preparation, formal investigation, and evaluation and analysis[87]. - The group emphasizes risk management with a comprehensive risk assessment and management system for investment projects[89]. - Regular risk assessments are conducted quarterly, semi-annually, and annually to monitor key indicators and adjust risk evaluation models[94]. - The group employs a diversified investment strategy to mitigate risks associated with reliance on single counterparties[91]. - Financial monitoring of invested companies is conducted at least biannually to assess financial status and potential risks[96]. - The group has established a dynamic internal audit team to oversee investment activities and ensure compliance with regulations[95]. - The group utilizes idle cash to provide loans to independent third parties and related parties, ensuring collateral-backed loans to balance investment risks[97]. - The internal audit team reports findings and risk assessments to the board's audit committee regularly to support investment decision optimization[95]. - The group has a structured exit strategy for investment projects that trigger risk warnings or meet exit conditions, considering various exit routes[95]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has complied with all corporate governance codes as per the Hong Kong Stock Exchange listing rules for the six months ending September 30, 2025[129]. - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, reviewed the effectiveness of internal controls and risk assessments for the six months ending September 30, 2025[131]. - The company has adopted the standard code for securities transactions by directors and confirmed compliance for the six months ending September 30, 2025[130]. - Deloitte has reviewed the interim condensed consolidated financial statements and issued an unqualified review opinion[137]. - The company is committed to identifying and implementing best corporate governance practices[129]. - The company’s independent non-executive director, Chen Chen, was appointed to another listed company effective July 8, 2025[133]. Shareholder Returns and Dividends - The board proposed a mid-term dividend of 60% of net profit attributable to equity holders for the six months ending September 30, 2025, with cumulative dividends amounting to RMB 8.13 billion and a cumulative payout ratio of 87%[17]. - The board declared an interim dividend of RMB 1.04 per share, totaling approximately RMB 122.6 million[69]. - The total dividends paid for the six months ended September 30, 2025, were approximately RMB 62,483,000, compared to RMB 29,996,000 for the same period in 2024[180]. - The company has proposed an interim dividend of RMB 0.0208 per share, totaling RMB 122,618,000, expected to be paid around December 23, 2025[180]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of September 30, 2025, amounted to RMB 10,251,330,000, up from RMB 10,040,494,000 as of March 31, 2025, indicating a growth of 2.1%[146]. - Total liabilities increased to RMB 938,703,000 from RMB 832,421,000, reflecting a rise of 12.7%[148]. - Cash and cash equivalents stood at RMB 1,543,211,000, compared to RMB 1,631,452,000 in March 2025, showing a decrease of 5.4%[146]. - Inventory levels rose to RMB 419,602,000 from RMB 326,975,000, representing an increase of 28.2%[146]. - The total liabilities for accrued expenses and other payables were RMB 335,239,000 as of September 30, 2025, down from RMB 361,540,000 as of March 31, 2025[196]. Stock Options and Employee Incentives - The company has a structured approach to stock option grants, ensuring alignment with performance and retention strategies[120]. - The total number of stock options exercised reflects a significant engagement from employees and directors[120]. - The company continues to utilize stock options as a key component of its compensation strategy to attract and retain talent[120]. - A total of 76,200,000 stock options were granted, with 7,512,000 options exercised and 2,484,000 options canceled[120]. - The performance targets for stock options are based on individual contributions to the group's revenue, profit, sales, and overall financial performance from the previous fiscal year[119]. - The stock options must be exercised within a period determined by the board of directors, not exceeding ten years from the grant date[119].
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