Financial Performance - The company reported unaudited consolidated interim results for the six months ending September 30, 2025, compared to the same period in 2024[3]. - For the six months ended September 30, 2025, the group's revenue was HKD 279,252,000, a decrease of 22.5% compared to HKD 360,498,000 for the same period in 2024[41]. - The gross profit for the same period was HKD 122,222,000, down 29.5% from HKD 173,225,000 in 2024[41]. - The net profit for the six months ended September 30, 2025, was HKD 5,990,000, a decline of 70.4% compared to HKD 20,235,000 in 2024[41]. - Overall gross profit for the group fell by approximately 29.4% to HKD 122,200,000, with the overall gross margin decreasing from 48.1% to 43.8%[16]. - Media segment revenue for the first half of fiscal year 2026 was HKD 219,749,000, a decrease of 21.1% from HKD 278,618,000 in the first half of fiscal year 2025[12]. - E-commerce and retail segment revenue decreased by 27.3% to HKD 59,503,000 from HKD 81,880,000, with gross profit down 19.6% to HKD 22,328,000[13][15]. - The total comprehensive income for the period was HKD 30,338,000, an increase of 38.2% from HKD 21,913,000 in 2024[41]. - The basic earnings per share for the six months ended September 30, 2025, was HKD 0.29, down from HKD 0.99 in 2024[41]. Operational Efficiency - The company focuses on operational efficiency and profit growth, implementing restructuring and margin optimization measures to stabilize cost bases and reinvest in high-growth areas[6]. - Key initiatives include automating repetitive administrative tasks and continuously reviewing product and service delivery processes to save time and costs[7]. - A strict cost control and budgeting approach is being implemented to maintain discipline in operational expenditures[7]. - The company anticipates that cost-saving measures will continue to positively impact financial performance for the remainder of the fiscal period[18]. - Selling and marketing expenses decreased by 22.5% to HKD 50,500,000, maintaining a consistent revenue percentage of 18.1%[17]. - Administrative and operating expenses were reduced by 18.1% to HKD 69,300,000, with the revenue percentage increasing from 23.5% to 24.8%[19]. Strategic Initiatives - The company aims to deepen relationships with its vibrant, culturally aware consumer community to understand their evolving needs and preferences[9]. - Investment in community management and meaningful content is prioritized to enhance brand loyalty and user engagement[10]. - The company seeks to strengthen its ecosystem by integrating media, e-commerce, and retail services, leveraging data insights to personalize content and product recommendations[11]. - The e-commerce and retail business provides valuable data that informs media strategies, ensuring alignment with youth culture and fashion trends[11]. - The company plans to create immersive virtual and physical experiences to engage its audience around shared passions and interests[10]. Cash Flow and Assets - Operating cash flow for the first half of fiscal year 2026 was a net outflow of HKD 10,040,000, compared to an inflow of HKD 22,635,000 in the same period of fiscal year 2025[21]. - Investment activities generated a net cash inflow of HKD 97,880,000 in the first half of fiscal year 2026, compared to a cash outflow of HKD 41,493,000 in the previous year[21]. - The group's cash and bank balances amounted to HKD 190 million as of September 30, 2025, primarily held in HKD, USD, and RMB[22]. - The group had available credit financing of HKD 77 million as of September 30, 2025, with no financing utilized at the end of the period[22]. - The group's inventory decreased from approximately HKD 45.8 million as of March 31, 2025, to approximately HKD 43.3 million as of September 30, 2025, due to streamlining of the e-commerce business[24]. - The group's property, plant, and equipment decreased from HKD 17.3 million as of March 31, 2025, to HKD 12.9 million as of September 30, 2025, primarily due to depreciation[25]. - As of September 30, 2025, the group had no outstanding interest-bearing bank borrowings, maintaining a capital debt ratio of zero[28]. - The group had no significant contingent liabilities as of September 30, 2025[37]. Shareholder Information - The total issued shares as of September 30, 2025, were 2,035,758,431, with a par value of HKD 0.01 per share[73]. - Major shareholder CORE Capital holds 1,485,000,000 shares, representing 72.95% of the total issued shares as of September 30, 2025[81]. - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.0018 per share, totaling HKD 3,664,413, and a special dividend of HKD 0.0029 per share, totaling HKD 5,903,699[59]. - The company paid dividends of HKD (3,670) thousand during the period, a decrease from HKD (29,210) thousand in the same period last year[44]. - The company has granted stock options totaling 9,600,000 shares to both Mr. Ma and Ms. Li, each representing approximately 0.47% of the total issued shares[77]. - The company reported other payables and accrued expenses of HKD 39,892,000 as of September 30, 2025, down from HKD 41,418,000 as of March 31, 2025[72]. Corporate Governance - The company has complied with the corporate governance code, except for the provision that the roles of Chairman and CEO should be separate[87]. - The company has maintained a strong commitment to corporate governance and transparency to build trust with shareholders[87]. - All directors confirmed compliance with the trading standards for securities transactions during the reporting period[88]. - The company believes that the dual role of the Chairman and CEO provides strong leadership and effective management[87]. - The group’s interim financial results for the six months ending September 30, 2025, have been reviewed by the audit committee[92]. - No significant events affecting the group's business operations have occurred from September 30, 2025, to the report date[93].
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