Financial Performance - For the year ended December 31, 2022, the Group's revenue was approximately HK$511.5 million, a decrease of approximately HK$10.9 million from HK$522.4 million in 2021[18]. - The Group's gross profit for 2022 was approximately HK$31.1 million, down from approximately HK$57.9 million in 2021, representing a decrease of HK$26.8 million[25]. - Profit attributable to the owners of the Company decreased to HK$250.2 million, down HK$17.8 million from HK$268.0 million in 2021[25]. - The decrease in revenue was mainly attributed to lower sales of electronic products and equipment during the year[18]. - The Group faced challenges due to the impact of COVID-19 on sales in the PRC[25]. - The Group's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, was approximately HK$511.5 million, a decrease of about HK$10.9 million compared to HK$522.4 million in 2021, primarily due to a decline in sales of electronic products and equipment[27]. - The Group's gross profit for the same period was approximately HK$31.1 million, down HK$26.8 million from HK$57.9 million in 2021, mainly impacted by COVID-19 affecting sales in China[27]. - Rental income from the Beijing property was HK$0.84 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, down from HK$1.02 million in 2021[32]. - Administrative expenses increased to approximately HK$59.2 million in 2022 from approximately HK$57.6 million in 2021, reflecting a slight increase of HK$1.6 million[59][62]. - The Group recorded a fair value gain of approximately HK$467.1 million on investment properties for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to HK$443 million in 2021, with HK$411.0 million of this gain attributed to investment properties in Zhanjiang[60][63]. - As of December 31, 2022, the Group's cash and cash equivalents were approximately HK$29.79 million, down from approximately HK$31.86 million in 2021[65][67]. - The net current assets of the Group were HK$273.2 million as of December 31, 2022, a significant decrease from HK$1.92 billion in 2021, with a current ratio of 1.3 compared to 3.11 in 2021[65][67]. - The Group's total interest-bearing liabilities, including lease liabilities and borrowings, amounted to approximately HK$508.8 million as of December 31, 2022, down from HK$653.3 million in 2021[65][67]. - Finance costs for the year were approximately HK$57.25 million, an increase from HK$49.3 million in 2021, primarily due to interest expenses on corporate bonds and borrowings[71][75]. - The accumulated balance of corporate bonds as of December 31, 2022, was HK$7.0 million, down from HK$17.5 million in 2021, with an effective interest rate ranging from 7.03% to 11.57%[66][68]. - The Company did not recommend any dividend for the year 2022, consistent with 2021 where no dividend was paid[166]. Business Development - The Group is developing a Smart City project located in Zhanjiang City, Guangdong Province, PRC[19]. - The Group holds exclusive rights for sand mining and export in the Kikori Delta, covering an area of 23,300 square kilometers in Papua New Guinea[19]. - The property development and sand mining business are considered to have good prospects and are important for future development[20]. - The Group plans to focus resources on the Zhanjiang project and the sand mining business in Papua New Guinea, where it has exclusive operating rights over an area of 23,300 square kilometers[49]. - The Group's trading business is primarily represented by sales of electronic products and equipment, which saw a decline due to market conditions[42]. - Despite economic challenges from COVID-19, the financial business registered profit, benefiting from increased market turnover amid global quantitative easing policies[43]. - A portion of properties for sale was reclassified as investment properties during the year due to a change in management's business plan[31]. - The termination of the disposal agreement for the Beijing project is not expected to have a material adverse impact on the Group's overall operations and financial position[41]. Management and Governance - The Group has been actively involved in mergers and acquisitions, enhancing its project investment capabilities[121]. - The financial team includes experienced professionals with over 15 years in corporate management, accounting, and financial services[127][128][129]. - The Group's independent non-executive directors have significant experience in accounting and finance, enhancing governance and oversight[132][136]. - The Company considers all independent non-executive directors to be independent according to the guidelines set out in the Listing Rules[188]. - Each Executive Director has a three-year service contract that cannot be terminated within one year without compensation[196]. - Independent non-executive directors have similar three-year appointment letters, terminable with three months' written notice[198]. - The remuneration committee regularly monitors the appropriateness of Directors' remuneration and compensation[197]. - The Company has complied with the Code on Corporate Governance Practices throughout the accounting period, with a noted deviation regarding the retirement of Directors[101][102]. Human Resources - As of December 31, 2022, the Group employed a total of 90 staff, down from 108 in 2021, with total staff costs amounting to HK$26.7 million, slightly decreased from HK$26.8 million in 2021[80][84]. - The future staff costs will be more directly linked to business turnover and profit, indicating a performance-based compensation strategy[80][84]. - The Company aims to attract and retain high-caliber staff by providing competitive salary packages and benefits, which is crucial for long-term success[80][84]. Environmental and Compliance - The Group is committed to minimizing environmental impacts through recycling and resource savings, ensuring compliance with relevant environmental protection laws[151]. - The Group aims to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations in all operational territories[152]. - There were possible breaches of Listing Rules 13.46(2)(a), 13.46(2)(b), and 13.48(1) during the year 2022, which the Board is aware of[155]. - The Company published the 2020 Annual Report approximately 9 months after the deadline and the 2021 Interim Report approximately 5 months late[157]. - The Company failed to comply with Listing Rule 3.10A during 2022 but regained compliance after appointing an independent non-executive director on 22 March 2022[159]. Leadership and Expertise - Dr. Hui Chi Ming has over 10 years of experience in the oil and gas investment, exploration, and exploitation business, and has chaired over 20 companies[104]. - Mr. Neil Bush has over 30 years of experience in domestic and international energy and real estate business development, having traveled to China over 140 times since 1975[108]. - Mr. Xu Jun Jia is currently the general manager of multiple energy groups and has been actively involved in professional investments across various sectors, including oil and chemical, metal mining, and financial securities[111]. - The company has a strong leadership team with diverse international experience in energy and investment sectors, enhancing its strategic planning and development capabilities[108]. - The leadership team includes members with significant experience in merger and acquisition negotiations, which is crucial for future growth strategies[111]. - The company is focused on expanding its operations in the oil and gas sector, leveraging the expertise of its executive directors[111]. - The executive directors are fluent in multiple languages, facilitating international business development and collaboration[111]. - The company is committed to corporate social responsibility, as demonstrated by its leadership's involvement in charitable activities and poverty alleviation efforts[104]. - Mr. Cao Yu has been appointed as the managing director since December 1, 2020, and has extensive experience in project management and financial advisory in the energy sector[115]. - Mr. Lam Kwok Hing, the founder of the Group, focuses on developing the financial business and has significant experience in securities and fund management[116]. - Mr. Nam Kwok Lun, co-founder, oversees stockbroking and securities margin financing, contributing to the Group's financial advisory services[117]. - Mr. Hui Ngok Lun, managing director of multiple investment companies, has expertise in risk management and project investment in oil, gas, and real estate sectors[120][121].
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