Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2025, the company's revenue increased by approximately HKD 79.4 million or 22.5% to HKD 431.7 million compared to the same period in 2024[13]. - Profit attributable to owners of the company rose from approximately HKD 27 million in the first half of 2024 to about HKD 48.3 million, an increase of approximately HKD 21.3 million[13]. - The company's revenue increased from approximately HKD 352.3 million in the first half of 2024 to approximately HKD 431.7 million in the first half of 2025, representing a growth of about 22.5%[17]. - Revenue from U.S. customers rose by approximately HKD 12.4 million or 4.5%, from HKD 274.2 million in the first half of 2024 to HKD 286.6 million in the first half of 2025, driven by strong consumer confidence in the U.S. market[17]. - Gross profit rose from approximately HKD 75.1 million in the first half of 2024 to approximately HKD 103.4 million in the first half of 2025, an increase of about 37.6%[24]. - The gross profit margin improved from 21.3% in the first half of 2024 to 23.9% in the first half of 2025, an increase of 2.6%[24]. - The company's profit attributable to owners increased from approximately HKD 27,000,000 in the first half of 2024 to approximately HKD 48,300,000 in the first half of 2025, representing a growth of about 78.9%[34]. - The net profit margin improved from 8.1% in the first half of 2024 to 11.8% in the first half of 2025[34]. - Net profit for the period was HKD 50,959,000, which is an increase of 78.8% from HKD 28,511,000 in the prior year[85]. - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the company owners were HKD 11.8, up from HKD 6.6, reflecting a 78.8% increase[85]. Operational Efficiency - The company benefits from its early strategic move to establish production capacity in Cambodia, which now accounts for about 90% of total production capacity, enhancing operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness[12]. - The company recognizes Cambodia as a stable and cost-effective manufacturing base, contributing significantly to its profitability and operational advantages[12]. - The company aims to achieve sustainable growth by enhancing production efficiency and exploring opportunities arising from sustainable and mid-market trends[16]. Market Positioning - The company is positioned to capitalize on the growing "affordable luxury" and "premium casual" markets, driven by consumer demand for quality, value, and multifunctional design[13]. - The resilient U.S. labor market and moderate GDP growth support consumer spending, despite ongoing inflationary pressures and high interest rates[9]. - The company continues to monitor global trade dynamics closely and is prepared to implement strategies to mitigate potential risks associated with trade policies[11]. Financial Health - As of September 30, 2025, the company's cash and cash equivalents were approximately HKD 191,000,000, up from approximately HKD 188,800,000 as of March 31, 2025[38]. - The current ratio decreased from 3.2 as of March 31, 2025, to 2.9 as of September 30, 2025[38]. - The total employee cost for the first half of 2025 was approximately HKD 92,900,000, compared to approximately HKD 86,700,000 in the first half of 2024[43]. - The company maintained a net cash position with no borrowings as of September 30, 2025[36]. - The company reported a total comprehensive income of HKD 50,883,000 for the period, compared to HKD 28,578,000 in the previous year, reflecting an increase of 77.9%[86]. - Total assets as of September 30, 2025, amounted to HKD 482,904,000, compared to HKD 420,867,000 as of March 31, 2025, indicating a growth of 14.7%[89]. - Total equity increased to HKD 319,891,000 from HKD 293,526,000, marking an increase of 9.0%[89]. Dividends and Shareholder Information - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.04 per share for the first half of 2025, up from HKD 0.03 per share in the first half of 2024, along with a special dividend of HKD 0.02 per share[16]. - As of September 30, 2025, the board members and senior executives collectively own 301,138,000 shares, representing approximately 73.70% of the issued shares[56]. - Each of the five key executives holds a 20% personal interest in the total issued share capital of Huaxin Holdings, which is the direct shareholder of the company[59]. - The total issued and fully paid ordinary shares remained at 408,626,000 with a par value of HKD 4,086,000 as of both September 30, 2025, and March 31, 2025[142]. Risk Management and Compliance - The company continues to monitor global trade dynamics closely and is prepared to implement strategies to mitigate potential risks associated with trade policies[11]. - The company has adopted a standard code for securities trading by its directors, and all directors confirmed compliance with this code throughout the first half of 2025[68]. - The board's audit committee reviewed and discussed the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for the first half of 2025[75]. - The company maintains a high level of transparency to strengthen investor relations, providing timely disclosures through announcements and reports[76]. Investments and Acquisitions - There were no significant investments or acquisitions made during the first half of 2025[45]. - The company plans to renew the lease agreement for the Dongguan factory after the lease term expires in 2025, reflecting a strategic move to maintain operational support for its Cambodian production facilities[129].
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