Financial Performance - The group recorded a consolidated profit attributable to shareholders of approximately HKD 670 million for the year ended December 31, 2021, compared to a consolidated loss of approximately HKD 830 million for the nine months ended December 31, 2020[5]. - Revenue from continuing operations for the year was approximately HKD 81 million, slightly down from approximately HKD 83 million in 2020[12]. - The contribution from property investment and development business accounted for 95% of the total revenue from continuing operations, compared to 96% in 2020[12]. - The property investment segment reported revenue of approximately HKD 70 million for the year, up from HKD 50 million in 2020, with a segment profit of about HKD 48 million compared to HKD 39 million in 2020[14]. - OUE Group's investment in LAAPL generated a share of profit of approximately HKD 636 million for the year, a significant recovery from a loss of about HKD 958 million in 2020[23]. - The group sold part of its remaining property in Beijing, generating segment revenue of approximately HKD 7 million, down from HKD 29 million in 2020, and recorded a loss of about HKD 500,000 for the year[25]. - Financial and securities investment revenue for the year was approximately HKD 1,000,000, compared to HKD 500,000 in 2020, with a net profit of approximately HKD 2,000,000, up from HKD 1,000,000 in 2020[26]. - Total assets as of December 31, 2021, were approximately HKD 11,600,000,000, an increase from approximately HKD 11,100,000,000 in 2020, with property-related assets accounting for about 99% of total assets[27]. - Total liabilities decreased to approximately HKD 349,000,000 as of December 31, 2021, down from approximately HKD 401,000,000 in 2020, while cash and cash equivalents totaled approximately HKD 122,000,000, down from HKD 198,000,000[27]. - The equity attributable to shareholders increased to approximately HKD 11,200,000,000 as of December 31, 2021, compared to approximately HKD 10,700,000,000 in 2020, equating to HKD 5.6 per share[30]. Investments and Acquisitions - The group acquired approximately 32% equity in PT Matahari Department Store Tbk, becoming its largest single shareholder, and approximately 17.2% equity in PT Multipolar Tbk, expanding its consumer goods segment in the growing Indonesian market[6]. - OUE Group acquired a 32% stake in MDS, becoming its largest shareholder, and also acquired approximately 17.2% of Multipolar, enhancing its presence in Indonesia's fast-growing e-commerce and consumer sectors[16]. - The company’s investment in First REIT increased its direct interest from approximately 15.3% to about 33.1% following the sale of its nursing home interests for approximately SGD 163.5 million (about HKD 944.9 million)[23]. Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The board proposed a final cash dividend of HKD 0.0125 per share for the year[9]. - The company proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.0125 per share for the year, totaling approximately HKD 25,000,000, compared to HKD 15,000,000 in 2020[39]. - The company aims to provide stable and sustainable returns to shareholders through a progressive dividend policy, which was adopted in January 2019[150]. Corporate Governance - The company has appointed Mr. Li and Mr. Xu as directors with a two-year term starting from September 30, 2020[47]. - Dr. Li has been appointed as the CEO since January 1, 2015, and Mr. Li has been appointed as the Executive Director since the same date[47]. - The company has received annual confirmation letters regarding the independence of its independent non-executive directors[49]. - The company has a policy that one-third of the directors must retire at the annual general meeting each year, with re-election subject to shareholder vote[47]. - The company has established various committees, including the remuneration and nomination committees, to oversee governance[50]. - The company has a diverse board with members holding various qualifications and extensive experience in different sectors[53]. - The company is committed to ensuring compliance with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange listing rules regarding director independence[49]. - The company has a structured approach to director appointments and term limits, ensuring governance and accountability[47]. - The company’s board includes independent non-executive directors with extensive experience in finance and law, enhancing governance[56]. - The company has a structured approach to determining director remuneration based on market levels and responsibilities[58]. - The company’s audit, remuneration, and nomination committees are chaired by experienced independent directors, ensuring oversight[58]. - The company’s governance structure includes detailed disclosures of shareholdings and interests of directors as per regulatory requirements[64]. - The company maintains compliance with the Securities and Futures Ordinance regarding the disclosure of interests in shares[64]. - The company has obtained directors and officers liability insurance coverage for its directors and senior officers[78]. - The company’s governance report indicates that all non-executive directors have fixed-term contracts of two years[123]. - The board's diversity policy aims to support the company's strategic goals and sustainable development through a balanced mix of skills and experiences[131]. - The chairman and CEO roles are held by different individuals, ensuring effective leadership and management of the company[122]. Risk Management - The company has identified various risks and uncertainties that may impact its financial condition and operational performance, detailed in the risk management report[102]. - The group has established a risk management framework led by the management team, which includes setting risk standards and regularly assessing major risks at the group level[165]. - The group identified significant risks for the year, including operational risks from natural disasters and COVID-19, and implemented measures such as business continuity plans and health safety protocols[177]. - The group has committed to continuous improvement of its risk management system, completing actions such as revising risk management templates and integrating ESG risks into the framework[172]. - The board, with the assistance of the audit committee, reviewed the adequacy and effectiveness of the risk management and internal control systems, confirming their effectiveness for the year[180]. - The group has a systematic risk management process that includes risk identification, analysis, treatment, and reporting, ensuring ongoing risk monitoring[169]. - The group has allocated sufficient resources to implement its risk management framework and manage identified risks effectively[165]. - The risk management team develops necessary tools and templates for risk assessment and reporting, ensuring compliance across all business entities[167]. - The group conducts self-assessments of risk management and internal controls to evaluate their effectiveness[167]. - The group has implemented measures to strengthen cybersecurity and prevent unauthorized access to organizational data[177]. - The group maintains a stable risk level while monitoring for any upward trends in risk exposure[177]. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) - The group is committed to reducing its operational negative impact on the environment and regularly monitors its environmental performance[197]. - A training workshop on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) topics was held for employees, focusing on data protection and local reporting standards[188]. - The group has established a risk management framework applicable to all business entities and departments to identify and manage potential risks[188]. - The board is responsible for overseeing the group's ESG-related matters, including policies, measures, performance, and risks[187]. - The group plans to enhance its management of ESG issues and develop a more comprehensive sustainability strategy[187]. - The group has a dedicated working group to implement ESG policies and prepare the ESG report[187]. - The group believes in continuous communication with stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations, which helps in managing potential risks[192]. - The company's emissions for the current year are higher compared to 2020, primarily due to an extended reporting period and increased fuel consumption from certain subsidiaries' vehicles and yachts[198]. - Nitrogen oxides emissions increased from 0.20 kg in 2020 to 0.38 kg in the current year, representing a 90% increase[200]. - Sulfur dioxide emissions rose significantly from 0.09 kg in 2020 to 0.70 kg in the current year, indicating a 688.89% increase[200]. - The emissions of inhalable suspended particles decreased slightly from 0.05 kg in 2020 to 0.03 kg in the current year, showing a 40% reduction[200].
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