Financial Performance - The group's revenue decreased from approximately HK$60,600,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, to approximately HK$58,900,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2025, a decline of about HK$1,700,000 or approximately 2.8%[11] - The group recorded a gross profit of approximately HK$35,300,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2025, down about 5.3% from HK$37,200,000 for the same period in 2024[11] - Profit attributable to owners of the company for the six months ended September 30, 2025, was approximately HK$3,200,000, a decrease of about 43.7% compared to HK$5,700,000 for the same period in 2024[11] - The total comprehensive income for the six months ended September 30, 2025, was approximately HK$3,157,000, down from HK$6,340,000 for the same period in 2024[12] - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the six months ended September 30, 2025, were HK$0.29, compared to HK$0.51 for the same period in 2024[12] - Segment profit for the same period was HKD 3,223, down 43.8% from HKD 5,734 in 2024[25] - The group's net profit decreased from approximately HKD 5,700,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, to approximately HKD 3,200,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2025, representing a decline of about HKD 2,500,000 or approximately 43.7%[58] - The group's profit margin fell from approximately 9.4% for the six months ended September 30, 2024, to approximately 5.5% for the six months ended September 30, 2025[58] Dividends - The board declared an interim dividend of HK$0.3 per share for the six months ended September 30, 2025, totaling approximately HK$3,400,000, compared to HK$0.4 per share and approximately HK$4,500,000 for the same period in 2024[11] - The board proposed a special dividend of HK$0.025 per share, totaling approximately HKD 28,000,000, to be paid to shareholders on October 31, 2025[10] - The company declared dividends of HKD 8,960,000 during the period, consistent with the previous year[15] - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.003 per share for the six months ended September 30, 2025, totaling approximately HKD 3,400,000, down from HKD 4,500,000 for the same period in 2024[71] - The board declared a special dividend of HKD 0.026 per share, totaling approximately HKD 29,100,000, to be paid on May 9, 2025[72] - A second special dividend of HKD 0.025 per share, totaling approximately HKD 28,000,000, is proposed for shareholders on record as of October 17, 2025[72] Expenses - The group incurred selling and distribution expenses of approximately HK$15,553,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2025, compared to HK$15,764,000 for the same period in 2024[12] - Administrative and operating expenses increased to approximately HK$17,117,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2025, from HK$16,789,000 for the same period in 2024[12] - Total employee benefits expenses increased to HKD 16,388 from HKD 15,088 in the previous year, reflecting a rise of 8.6%[30] - Employee costs for the six months ended September 30, 2025, amounted to approximately HKD 16,400,000, an increase from HKD 15,100,000 for the same period in 2024[74] Revenue Sources - Retail store sales contributed HKD 40,992,000, down from HKD 46,772,000, reflecting a decline of 12.0% year-over-year[22] - Online store sales increased to HKD 16,996,000, up 47.7% from HKD 11,508,000 in the previous year[22] - Revenue from external sales for the six months ended September 30, 2025, was HKD 58,897, a decrease of 2.8% from HKD 60,600 in the same period of 2024[25] - Skincare products generated revenue of HKD 37,139, a decline of 9.7% from HKD 41,146 in 2024[27] Cash Flow and Assets - The net cash generated from operating activities for the six months was HKD 11,016,000, compared to HKD 12,060,000 in the prior year[17] - The company reported a net cash outflow of HKD 20,009,000 in cash and cash equivalents, compared to a decrease of HKD 5,737,000 in the same period last year[17] - The total assets less current liabilities amounted to HKD 101,819,000, a decrease from HKD 106,681,000 as of March 31, 2025[14] - The company's net asset value as of September 30, 2025, was HKD 98,509,000, down from HKD 104,312,000 as of March 31, 2025[14] - The company’s total non-current assets were HKD 78,132,000, a decrease from HKD 89,720,000 as of March 31, 2025[14] - The total non-current assets as of September 30, 2025, amounted to HKD 69,351, slightly down from HKD 69,713 as of March 31, 2025[28] - The company’s lease liabilities increased to HKD 9,209,000, up from HKD 8,862,000 in the previous period[14] - As of September 30, 2025, the group's current assets net value was HKD 23,700,000, an increase from HKD 17,000,000 as of March 31, 2025, resulting in a current ratio of 2.2[59] Governance and Compliance - The board and senior management hold significant interests in the company, with Ms. Yuan Mi Ming holding 786,530,000 shares, representing 70.23% of the company[77] - Prime Era Holdings, fully owned by Ms. Yuan Mi Ming, holds 786,530,000 shares, also representing 70.23% of the company[80] - The company has established a remuneration committee to review the compensation policies for employees and senior management based on performance and market practices[73] - The company has adopted the corporate governance code as per GEM Listing Rules, ensuring transparency and accountability in its operations[84] - The company deviated from the corporate governance code regarding the separation of roles between the Chairman and CEO, with the same individual holding both positions, which the board believes is in the best interest of the group[85] - An audit committee has been established, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, to oversee financial reporting and risk management[88] Other Information - The group operates nine retail stores under the "MI MING MART" brand, focusing on beauty and health products[48] - The group aims to enhance competitiveness through a rich product mix and expansion of e-commerce operations[49] - The company has no significant capital commitments or contingent liabilities as of September 30, 2025[66][67] - The company has no major investment or capital asset plans as of September 30, 2025[76] - There were no significant acquisitions or disposals of subsidiaries or associated companies during the six months ended September 30, 2025[75] - There were no stock options granted under the company's stock option plan as of the interim report date[74] - The company has a stock option plan approved on January 23, 2018, with a total of 112,000,000 shares available for grant as of September 30, 2025, representing approximately 10% of the issued ordinary shares at the time of listing[81] - All directors confirmed compliance with the trading standards set forth in GEM Listing Rules for the six months ending September 30, 2025[82] - There were no interests held by directors or controlling shareholders in any competing businesses during the six months ending September 30, 2025[83] - The company has no foreign currency hedging policy but monitors foreign exchange risks closely[61] - No purchase, sale, or redemption of the company's listed securities occurred during the six months ending September 30, 2025[86] - The ex-dividend date for the interim dividend is December 16, 2025, with the payment date set for January 9, 2026[87]
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