Financial Performance - The Group recorded revenue of approximately HK$21.95 million for the six months ended 31 December 2025, representing a decrease of approximately 56.29% compared to HK$50.22 million for the corresponding period in 2024[8]. - The Group reported a loss of approximately HK$3.85 million for the period, an improvement from a loss of approximately HK$14.04 million in 2024[8]. - Loss attributable to owners of the Company for the Period was approximately HK$3.55 million, a significant improvement from a loss of approximately HK$11.57 million in 2024, resulting in a loss per share of HK cents 0.58 compared to HK cents 1.90 in 2024[84][87]. - The Group recorded finance costs of approximately HK$1.38 million during the Period, slightly down from approximately HK$1.40 million for the corresponding period in 2024[83][86]. - The total comprehensive expense for the period was HK$3,853,000, compared to HK$14,036,000 in the prior year, indicating a decrease of 72.6%[135]. - The company reported a loss for the period of HK$3,548,000, which is a decrease from the loss of HK$11,566,000 reported in the previous period[142]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from primary tutoring services, skill courses, and test preparation courses was approximately HK$16.72 million, an increase of approximately 6.36% from HK$15.72 million in the same period of 2024[17]. - Revenue from secondary tutoring services increased to approximately HK$90,000, representing an increase of approximately 23.29% compared to approximately HK$73,000 in the corresponding period in 2024[67]. - Revenue from money lending was HK$1,262,000, while the VR and digital entertainment segment generated revenue of HK$3,412,000[164]. - Revenue from contracts with customers decreased to HK$21,949,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2025, down from HK$50,218,000 in the same period of 2024, representing a decline of approximately 56.3%[177]. - Franchising income increased to HK$3,406,000, up from HK$2,577,000, reflecting a growth of 32.2% year-over-year[177]. Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets decreased to HK$22,021,000 as of December 31, 2025, down from HK$28,077,000 as of June 30, 2025, reflecting a decline of 21.5%[136]. - Current assets increased to HK$68,796,000 from HK$65,958,000, showing a growth of 4.2%[136]. - Total liabilities of the Group were HK$45,313,000, with segment liabilities for private educational services at HK$12,892,000[171]. - The total balance of cash and cash equivalents as of 31 December 2025 was approximately HK$0.84 million, down from approximately HK$1.54 million as of 30 June 2025, with a current ratio of approximately 1.59 times[93][97]. Investment and Financial Strategy - The Group's investment strategy focuses on long-term holding of Convoy shares, with an openness to exploring exit options such as private sales or potential relisting[61]. - The Group aims to safeguard shareholder value through careful assessment of market conditions and adjustment of investment strategies accordingly[63]. - Robust controls are in place for investment processes, including pre-transaction due diligence and post-transaction monitoring[105]. - The Group's Treasury Policy aims to enhance shareholder value through diversified investments aimed at capital appreciation and preservation[106]. Operational Highlights - The Group operates 8 directly-owned education centers and 32 franchised centers under the brand "Modern Bachelor Education" as of 31 December 2025[16]. - The Group is integrating AI technologies into its current products and developing innovative education services, aiming to expand into larger markets and new segments such as vocational and technical training[85][88]. - The Group is committed to becoming a leading content and solution provider in the STEAM education industry, focusing on technological innovation in advanced fields[90][96]. - The Group had no significant contingent liabilities as of December 31, 2025[115]. Employee and Operational Costs - The Group had a total of 86 full-time employees, an increase from 77 employees as of June 30, 2025[111]. - Staff costs decreased to approximately HK$13.26 million during the Period from approximately HK$14.55 million for the corresponding period in 2024, primarily due to cost-efficiency measures[70]. - Marketing expenses decreased to approximately HK$0.49 million during the Period from approximately HK$1.36 million for the corresponding period in 2024, due to a shift to more cost-efficient advertising media[76]. Loan and Credit Management - As of December 31, 2025, China Rich's total loan receivables amounted to HK$25.59 million, with secured loans accounting for 19.54% and unsecured loans for 80.46% of the total[40]. - The company performs internal credit assessments for loan applications, considering factors such as income proof, collateral valuation, and credit history to determine loan amounts and interest rates[30]. - Loan recovery procedures include tracking repayment records, communicating with customers for overdue payments, and taking legal action when necessary[31]. - The company emphasizes compliance with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regulations during the loan approval process[30]. Dividend and Shareholder Returns - The Board does not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended 31 December 2025[6]. - The board does not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the period, consistent with the previous year where no dividend was declared[192].
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