Financial Performance - The group's consolidated revenue increased by 2.93% to HKD 421 million for the six months ended September 30, 2025, compared to HKD 409 million in 2024[5]. - The ODM business revenue rose by 6.90% to HKD 341 million, accounting for 81.00% of total revenue, with European and Asian markets growing by 12.59% and 41.77% respectively[6]. - The brand eyewear distribution business revenue declined by 11.24% to HKD 79 million, representing 18.76% of total revenue, primarily due to weak consumer demand in core markets[7]. - Revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2025, was HKD 420,938,000, an increase of 2.7% compared to HKD 408,829,000 for the same period in 2024[35]. - Total revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2025, was HKD 420,938 thousand, representing an increase from HKD 408,829 thousand in the prior year, with eyewear products contributing HKD 420,236 thousand[47]. - The company reported a net loss attributable to owners of HKD 20,410,000, compared to a loss of HKD 11,308,000 in the previous year, representing an increase in loss of 80.8%[35]. - The company reported a loss of HKD 20,410,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2025, compared to a loss of HKD 11,308,000 for the same period in 2024, representing an increase in loss of 80.5%[59]. Profitability and Margins - The gross profit margin decreased to 10.55% from 12.88% in 2024, attributed to intense industry competition[5]. - Gross profit decreased to HKD 44,397,000, down 15.6% from HKD 52,669,000 year-over-year[35]. - The basic loss per share for the period was HKD 7.77, compared to HKD 4.30 in the prior year, reflecting a deterioration in performance[35]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - As of September 30, 2025, the group held cash and bank balances of HKD 120 million, with outstanding bank loans of approximately HKD 41 million[9]. - Cash and cash equivalents decreased significantly to HKD 119,918,000 from HKD 185,279,000, a decline of 35.2%[38]. - For the six months ended September 30, 2025, the net cash used in operating activities was HKD (55,081) thousand, an improvement from HKD (64,368) thousand in the same period of 2024[42]. - The company incurred a net cash outflow from investing activities of HKD (12,217) thousand, significantly higher than HKD (2,656) thousand in the previous year[42]. - The company’s financing activities generated a net cash inflow of HKD 1,407 thousand, a recovery from a net outflow of HKD (10,714) thousand in the same period of 2024[42]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of September 30, 2025, were HKD 558,681,000, compared to HKD 548,057,000 as of March 31, 2025, reflecting a slight increase of 1.3%[38]. - Current liabilities increased to HKD 292,735,000 from HKD 250,191,000, marking a rise of 17%[39]. - Total equity decreased to HKD 614,239,000 from HKD 629,977,000, a decline of 2.5%[39]. - Accounts receivable increased to HKD 269,003,000 as of September 30, 2025, from HKD 208,124,000 as of March 31, 2025, an increase of 29.2%[63]. - The aging analysis of accounts receivable shows that current receivables increased to HKD 246,927,000 from HKD 153,012,000, a rise of 61.4%[64]. Employee and Operational Costs - The company has approximately 3,100 employees, with compensation based on performance, service duration, and market conditions[14]. - Employee costs decreased to HKD 151,351,000 from HKD 153,412,000 year-over-year, a reduction of 1.4%[5]. - The company’s administrative costs for the six months ended September 30, 2025, were HKD (5,026) thousand, slightly higher than HKD (5,076) thousand in the previous year[49]. Strategic Initiatives - A new production facility in Vietnam has been completed, providing welcomed new capacity that the company plans to leverage to enhance production efficiency and competitiveness in the industry[18]. - The company aims to explore new sales channels and distribution partners for its branded eyewear business, while also reviewing its brand portfolio to incorporate new brands with strong potential[18]. - The company will introduce a more flexible product range with varied pricing to adapt to changing consumer behaviors and preferences, integrating more design and customization elements[18]. Market Conditions and Risks - The company anticipates continued volatility in market demand for eyewear products due to geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainties, particularly from U.S. tariff measures affecting global supply chains since April 2025[18]. - The group closely monitors foreign exchange risks, primarily in USD, HKD, and RMB, utilizing forward contracts to manage potential risks[13]. - The company incurred a net foreign exchange loss of HKD 1,754,000, down from HKD 2,822,000 in the previous year, a decrease of 37.9%[5]. Shareholder Information - Major shareholders include individuals holding over 5% of the company's issued share capital, with significant holdings by directors[79]. - The Vision Trust holds 141,533,828 shares, representing 53.86% of the company's issued share capital[80]. - The total shares held by the top five shareholders account for 90.56% of the company's issued share capital[83][85][86]. - The company has a significant concentration of ownership among its major shareholders, indicating potential influence over corporate decisions[83][85][86]. - The changes in shareholdings reflect active trading and potential strategic repositioning among major investors[85].
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