Financial Performance - The company reported revenue of HKD 181,188,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2025, representing an increase of 1.0% compared to HKD 179,307,000 for the same period in 2024[6]. - The net loss for the period was HKD 6,641,000, compared to a net loss of HKD 3,727,000 in the previous year, indicating a deterioration in performance[6]. - The basic and diluted loss per share was HKD 0.0033, compared to HKD 0.0018 in the previous year, indicating a worsening loss per share[6]. - The company reported a total comprehensive loss of HKD 6,546,000 for the period, compared to HKD 3,775,000 in the previous year[6]. - The group reported a loss before tax of HKD 6,641,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2025, compared to a loss of HKD 3,727,000 for the same period in 2024, indicating a deterioration in performance[26]. - The net loss attributable to the owners of the group for the reporting period was approximately HKD 6,426,000, compared to a net loss of approximately HKD 3,549,000 for the same period in 2024[61]. Assets and Liabilities - The company's total assets decreased to HKD 149,833,000 from HKD 154,997,000, a decline of 3.3%[7]. - The company's total liabilities decreased slightly to HKD 68,946,000 from HKD 69,577,000, a decrease of 0.9%[8]. - The company's equity attributable to owners decreased to HKD 78,419,000 from HKD 85,119,000, a decline of 7.9%[8]. - Total assets as of September 30, 2025, amounted to HKD 149,833,000, while total liabilities were HKD 71,398,000, resulting in a net asset position[20]. - The group's total liabilities as of September 30, 2025, included HKD 59,832,000 in segment liabilities, with HKD 45,066,000 attributed to cleaning and related services[20]. - Total financial liabilities increased to HKD 63,875,000 as of September 30, 2025, compared to HKD 61,944,000 as of March 31, 2025[46]. Cash Flow and Investments - The company reported a net cash outflow from operating activities of HKD 8,983,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2025, compared to HKD 12,106,000 for the same period in 2024, indicating an improvement in cash flow management[11]. - The company experienced a decrease in cash and cash equivalents, ending the period with HKD 45,954,000, down from HKD 49,744,000 at the beginning of the period[11]. - The company’s investment activities generated a net cash inflow of HKD 303,000, a significant improvement compared to a net cash outflow of HKD 2,309,000 in the previous year[11]. - The company’s financing activities resulted in a net cash outflow of HKD 1,621,000, contrasting with a net cash inflow of HKD 949,000 in the same period last year[11]. - The company completed the sale of two subsidiaries on June 27, 2025, generating cash inflow of HKD 289,000 after accounting for sold cash and bank balances[43]. Employee and Operational Costs - The group incurred employee costs totaling HKD 127,498,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2025, an increase from HKD 121,436,000 in the same period of 2024, representing a rise of 5.3%[26]. - Total employee costs for the period amounted to approximately HKD 127,498,000, compared to HKD 121,436,000 for the same period in 2024, reflecting an increase of about 5.5%[86]. - Short-term employee benefits for key management personnel decreased to HKD 1,397,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2025, down from HKD 1,720,000 in 2024, a reduction of approximately 18.8%[45]. Corporate Governance and Legal Matters - The company is currently seeking legal advice regarding a lawsuit filed against it and its directors, and will take necessary actions to protect its interests[85]. - The Hong Kong High Court has denied the request for a temporary injunction against the company and its directors, with the case set for further substantive debate at a later date[83]. - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, is responsible for reviewing the group's financial information and internal control procedures[104]. - The company has adopted a code of conduct for securities trading by directors, ensuring compliance with the relevant regulations[103]. - The company emphasizes the importance of good corporate governance for its management and sustainable development[101]. Business Segments and Market Conditions - The company operates in three main segments: cleaning and related services, waste management services, and advertising media services, which are monitored for performance evaluation[13][18]. - The cleaning industry benefits from the Hong Kong government's labor optimization plan, which allows the import of labor from China, helping to alleviate labor shortages[70]. - The waste management business is expected to thrive due to increasing demand, supportive global policies, and technological advancements[71]. - The advertising media business is facing significant changes due to challenges from digital media and the rise of targeted marketing demands[63]. - The advertising media business is evolving towards digital media, utilizing big data, VR, AR, and AI technologies to reshape the business landscape[69]. Shareholder Information - Major shareholder Lam Wai Yin owns 454,868,130 shares, accounting for 23.56% of the company's issued shares[100]. - WKI Partners (Holdings) Limited holds 179,315,000 shares, which is 9.29% of the company's issued share capital[100]. - Yu Weikun, another major shareholder, possesses 193,131,000 shares, representing 10.00% of the total issued shares[100]. - As of September 30, 2025, Mr. Lau holds a total of 71,779,000 shares and related interests, representing approximately 3.72% of the company's issued share capital[96]. Stock Options and Capital Management - The company has a total of 80,100,302 stock options available for exercise as of September 30, 2025, with 64,100,302 of these options unexercised[91][94]. - The stock option plan was approved by shareholders on September 25, 2015, and was valid for ten years until September 24, 2025[89]. - The updated plan authorization limit for the stock option plan was set at 180,486,979 shares, equivalent to 10% of the issued shares at the time of the resolution[93]. - As of November 28, 2025, the total number of shares available for issuance is 64,100,302, representing approximately 3.32% of the issued shares[95]. Future Outlook and Guidance - The company has not provided specific guidance for future performance or new product developments in the current report[5]. - The group has no significant investment plans as of September 30, 2025[80]. - The group continues to seek suitable investment opportunities in the waste management business[65].
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