Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2025, the gross proceeds from the disposal of trading securities amounted to HK$52,496,000, an increase of 64.3% compared to HK$31,920,000 in the same period of 2024[10]. - Revenue for the period was HK$3,171,000, a decrease of 22.9% from HK$4,118,000 in the previous year[10]. - The gain from changes in fair value of financial assets at fair value through profit or loss was HK$7,085,000, up 99.4% from HK$3,548,000 in 2024[10]. - Profit before taxation for the period was HK$7,413,000, representing a 29.5% increase from HK$5,726,000 in the same period last year[10]. - The total comprehensive income for the period was HK$7,413,000, compared to HK$5,726,000 in 2024, marking a growth of 29.5%[10]. - Basic earnings per share increased to HK$0.58, up from HK$0.45 in the previous year, reflecting a growth of 29.0%[10]. - The Group recorded a net profit of approximately HK$7.41 million for the six months ended 30 September 2025, an increase from HK$5.73 million in the same period last year[94]. - For the six months ended 30 September 2025, the profit for the period increased to HK$7,413,000, compared to HK$5,726,000 for the same period in 2024, representing a growth of approximately 29.5%[44]. Assets and Liabilities - As of September 30, 2025, net current assets were HK$100,399,000, an increase from HK$92,986,000 as of March 31, 2025[11]. - The net asset value per share rose to HK$0.08 from HK$0.07, indicating a 14.3% increase[11]. - The Group maintained cash and cash equivalents of approximately HK$18.2 million as of September 30, 2025, compared to HK$30.6 million as of March 31, 2025, with part of the cash deposited in banks for interest income generation[96]. - The gearing ratio was nil as the Group had no debt as of September 30, 2025[177]. - There were no material capital commitments or contingent liabilities as of September 30, 2025[184]. Cash Flow - For the six months ended 30 September 2025, the net cash used in operating activities was HK$ (12,676) thousand, compared to HK$ 7,599 thousand generated in the same period of 2024[15]. - The Group reported a net cash decrease of HK$ 12,417 thousand during the period, compared to an increase of HK$ 7,722 thousand in the previous year[15]. - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were HK$ 18,161 thousand, an increase from HK$ 13,264 thousand at the end of the same period in 2024[15]. Expenses - Administrative and other operating expenses increased to HK$3,102,000, compared to HK$2,063,000 in the prior period, reflecting a rise of 50.4%[10]. - The total staff costs for the six months ended 30 September 2025 were HK$346,000, slightly down from HK$360,000 in 2024, showing a decrease of 3.9%[39]. - The company did not provide any provision for Hong Kong Profits Tax for the six months ended 30 September 2025, as assessable profits were fully absorbed by previously unrecognised tax losses[40]. Investments - The market value of listed equity securities rose to HK$75,879,000 as of 30 September 2025, up from HK$62,565,000 as of 31 March 2025, representing a growth of 21.3%[48]. - The total unrealised gain from listed equity investments was HK$5,779,000 for the six months ended 30 September 2025, compared to HK$1,703,000 in 2024, reflecting a significant increase of 239.5%[36]. - The Group's investment in listed securities amounted to HK$75.9 million as of September 30, 2025, up from HK$62.6 million as of March 31, 2025, reflecting a diversified investment strategy across various sectors[99]. - The Group's overall investment strategy remains focused on high-yield listed securities while ensuring a disciplined cash flow management[122]. Dividends - No interim dividend was declared for the six months ended 30 September 2025, consistent with the previous year where no dividend was declared[59]. - The Board resolved not to recommend an interim dividend for the period[178]. Market Conditions - The Hang Seng Index increased approximately 16.2% from 23,119 at the end of March 2025 to 26,855 at the end of September 2025, driven by the U.S. interest rate cut and Chinese government stimulus policies[107]. - The Dow Jones Index rose approximately 10.5% from 42,001 at the end of March 2025 to 46,397 at the end of September 2025, influenced by the U.S. Federal Reserve's interest rate cut and positive developments in the Artificial Intelligence sector[102]. - The Shanghai Composite Index increased sharply by nearly 16.4% from 3,335 at the end of March 2025 to 3,882 at the end of September 2025, supported by domestic growth and government policies promoting consumption[105]. Corporate Governance - The Group's financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, indicating confidence in meeting financial obligations[22]. - The application of new HKFRS Accounting Standards had no material impact on the Group's financial positions and performance for the current and prior periods[27]. - The Group's accounting policies remain consistent with those presented in the annual financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025[24]. - The Directors consider that the carrying amounts of financial assets and financial liabilities recorded at amortised cost approximate their fair values due to short-term maturities as of 30 September 2025[89]. Shareholding Structure - Knight Sky Holdings Limited holds approximately 42.99% of the Company and is wholly owned by Mr. Cheng Kai Ming Charles[73]. - Fung Fai Growth Limited holds approximately 26.74% of the Company, while CCAA Group Limited holds approximately 74.29% interest in Upbest Group Limited[75]. - As of September 30, 2025, Andrew Cheng holds 340,000,000 shares, representing 26.74% of the issued share capital[194]. - Fung Fai Growth Limited holds 340,000,000 shares, representing 26.74% of the total issued shares[200]. - Knight Sky Holdings Limited holds 546,716,000 shares, representing 42.99% of the total issued shares[200].
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