Financial Performance - Palliburg Holdings Limited reported a significant increase in revenue, achieving a total of HKD 1.2 billion, representing a growth of 15% year-over-year[11]. - The company’s net profit for the year was HKD 300 million, which is a 20% increase compared to the previous year[11]. - For the fiscal year ending December 31, 2021, the group recorded a shareholder's attributable loss of HKD 397.5 million, significantly improved from a loss of HKD 874.2 million in the previous year[22]. - The total profit from property sales during the year amounted to HKD 1,242.5 million, driven by developments from P&R Holdings Limited and Cosmopolitan International Holdings Limited[22]. - The gross profit for the year was HKD 1,491.4 million, compared to HKD 390.3 million in 2020, indicating a substantial increase[25]. - The operating profit before depreciation, amortization, financing costs, and taxes was HKD 606.1 million, a turnaround from an operating loss of HKD 225.8 million in the previous year[25]. - The group recorded a consolidated loss attributable to shareholders of HKD 494.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2021, a significant improvement from the loss of HKD 885.9 million in the previous year[35]. - The core profit before distribution to fund unit holders for the year ended December 31, 2021, was HKD 267.8 million, compared to HKD 438.2 million in the previous year, reflecting the impact of the pandemic on rental income[40]. - The total distributable income for the year was HKD 310.8 million, down from HKD 491.4 million in 2020, primarily due to the adverse impact of the pandemic on the hotel industry[40]. Market Outlook and Strategy - Palliburg has outlined a positive outlook for the next fiscal year, projecting a revenue growth of 10% to 12%[11]. - The company is investing in new product development, allocating HKD 50 million towards R&D initiatives[11]. - Palliburg plans to expand its market presence in Southeast Asia, targeting a 30% increase in market share within the next two years[11]. - The company is considering strategic acquisitions to enhance its portfolio, with potential targets identified in the hospitality sector[11]. - The group aims to leverage its existing assets and explore new opportunities for expansion in the property market[26]. - The group remains optimistic about the long-term development of the Chinese economy and will continue to seek suitable investment opportunities in China despite increasing uncertainties in the global outlook[64]. - The group anticipates that the real estate industry in Hong Kong will gradually stabilize and recover once the adverse impacts are mitigated and market confidence is restored[65]. Operational Developments - A new technology platform is set to launch in Q3 2022, aimed at improving operational efficiency and customer experience[11]. - The group adjusted its hotel operations to adapt to market conditions, with some hotels operating as quarantine facilities, leading to an increase in operational profitability compared to 2020[35]. - The management company currently operates a total of 11 hotels in Hong Kong and is developing two additional hotels in mainland China[48]. - The newly developed hotel at Hong Kong International Airport, with 1,208 rooms, commenced trial operations in December 2021 and features sustainable development characteristics[39]. - The newly opened hotel at Hong Kong International Airport is operating as a community isolation facility since February 24, 2022, in support of government measures against COVID-19[39]. Property and Asset Management - The group continues to focus on its core assets, including hotels and property developments, to drive future growth[26]. - The group holds a portfolio of 12 operational hotels in Hong Kong as of December 31, 2021, with depreciation expenses for these properties amounting to HKD 599 million[26]. - The group is in the process of finalizing a supplementary agreement to extend the repayment date of a revised loan facility of HKD 857 million to October 12, 2024[56]. - The group is currently discussing a potential acquisition of a developing hotel in Chengdu with Four Seas Group[58]. - The group is undertaking a commercial/residential redevelopment project in Sham Shui Po, with legal proceedings ongoing to consolidate ownership of existing properties[49]. - The group is renovating a property project in Lisbon, Portugal, for sale[49]. Economic and Market Conditions - The unemployment rate in Hong Kong decreased from a high of 7.2% in February 2021 to 3.9% by the end of the year, indicating economic recovery[31]. - The total number of visitors to Hong Kong in 2021 was only 91,400, a 97.6% decrease compared to pre-pandemic levels, with only 65,700 coming from mainland China[36]. - The residential property market in Hong Kong showed a strong rebound in transaction volume and prices, although the pace of increase slowed significantly in the fourth quarter of 2021[31]. - The Hong Kong real estate market has been slowing down due to various adverse factors, with property transaction volumes expected to decrease further before restrictions are eased[65]. - The group believes that the demand for various types of properties in Hong Kong remains strong and will be released once cross-border travel with the mainland resumes[65]. Shareholder and Governance Matters - No interim dividend was declared for ordinary shareholders during the year[162]. - The board does not recommend a final dividend for the year ended December 31, 2021, similar to the previous year[163]. - The company has received annual confirmations of independence from four current independent non-executive directors[171]. - The company has indemnity provisions in place for its directors and has purchased appropriate directors' liability insurance[173]. - As of December 31, 2021, the total shareholding of the directors amounted to 830,953,817 shares, representing approximately 74.55% of the issued shares[176]. - The company has no changes in directors during the year[167]. - All retiring directors are eligible and willing to stand for re-election at the upcoming annual general meeting[168].
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