Financial Performance - Total revenue decreased by 1.0% to HKD 1,827.8 million compared to the previous year[14] - Gross profit increased to HKD 605.7 million from HKD 534.0 million, reflecting a strong margin improvement[15] - Profit from continuing operations rose to HKD 258.7 million, up from HKD 184.7 million[15] - Net profit for the year reached HKD 202.8 million, compared to HKD 111.5 million in the previous year[15] - Basic earnings per share increased to HKD 0.2105 from HKD 0.1160[15] - The company recorded revenue of approximately HKD 1,827.8 million for the fiscal year 2023, a slight decrease of 1.0% compared to the previous year, with a gross profit increase of 13.4% to approximately HKD 605.7 million, resulting in a gross margin of 33.1%[46] - Retail business revenue increased by approximately 4.2% year-on-year to about HKD 471.8 million, generating a pre-tax segment profit of approximately HKD 29.4 million, down from HKD 32.5 million the previous year[27] - The manufacturing segment recorded revenue of approximately HKD 1,342.5 million and a pre-tax profit of approximately HKD 233.2 million for the fiscal year[21] - The company achieved a net profit of approximately HKD 202.8 million for the fiscal year 2023, a significant improvement from HKD 111.5 million in the previous year[37] - The group reported that the top five customers accounted for 59.3% of total revenue in the fiscal year 2023, with the largest customer contributing 18.3%[151] Financial Position - Total assets amounted to HKD 2,138.7 million, down from HKD 2,216.2 million[15] - The current ratio improved to 3.31 times, up from 2.66 times[15] - Return on equity increased to 11.4%, compared to 6.3% in the previous year[15] - As of June 30, 2023, the group's cash and cash equivalents reached approximately HKD 403.9 million, up from HKD 314.8 million in the fiscal year 2022[73] - The group has maintained a strong financial position with no outstanding bank or other borrowings as of June 30, 2023, resulting in a capital debt ratio of 0%[73] - Cash and cash equivalents increased by approximately 28.3% to about HKD 403.9 million as of June 30, 2023, mainly due to increased net cash flow from operating activities[92] Business Strategy and Operations - The company is focused on expanding its presence in the rapidly growing China handbag retail market[7] - The company successfully established a live streaming sales team of about 70 members, enhancing its e-commerce capabilities through platforms like Tmall and JD.com[19] - The company plans to invest in automated production systems to reduce reliance on manual labor and shorten lead times, enhancing overall competitiveness[22] - The company plans to enhance its e-commerce platform development and has collaborated with key opinion leaders on social media platforms to boost online sales[28] - The group is considering expanding its online market through platforms like Douyin into other Asian countries, including Malaysia, and anticipates satisfactory growth in its retail segment in the coming years[54] - The group remains open to acquiring potential brands that align with its brand portfolio[54] Cost Management - The company’s sales cost decreased by approximately 6.8% to about HKD 1,222.1 million, primarily due to the depreciation of the RMB against the USD[33] - The group has implemented strict production cost control policies, which have contributed to the improvement in gross profit margin despite currency fluctuations[63] - Sales and distribution expenses increased by approximately 15.9% from about HKD 157.2 million in the fiscal year 2022 to about HKD 182.3 million in the fiscal year 2023, primarily due to several marketing campaigns launched for the retail business[85] Corporate Governance - The board proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.07 per share for the fiscal year 2023, compared to HKD 0.04 per share the previous year, totaling an annual dividend of HKD 0.11 per share[44] - The company emphasizes effective corporate governance as a key factor in creating value for shareholders[115] - The board consists of executive directors, non-executive directors, and independent non-executive directors, with specific roles outlined for each member[123] - The company has a commitment to risk management and internal controls as part of its corporate governance framework[115] - The independent non-executive directors have been recommended for re-election based on their expertise and experience, despite their long tenure[123] - The company has adopted a standard code for regulating directors' securities transactions to ensure compliance[116] - The board is focused on continuous review and improvement of corporate governance practices to maximize shareholder returns[115] - The company has complied with the corporate governance code and confirmed that all directors adhered to the standard regulations during the fiscal year 2023[138] Employee Management - The group had approximately 4,500 employees as of June 30, 2023, and provided performance bonuses to high-performing staff[76] - The company aims to improve employee remuneration based on internal equity factors and external market conditions[187] - All directors participated in continuous professional development, enhancing their knowledge and skills through various training and seminars[190] Risk Management - The group faced transaction currency risks, with 72.9% of sales in fiscal year 2023 conducted in currencies other than the functional currency of the business units[74] - The company strictly adheres to anti-corruption and fraud regulations, ensuring high standards of business integrity throughout its operations[189] Shareholder Information - The company has adopted a dividend policy prioritizing cash dividends and sharing profits with shareholders, with decisions based on financial performance and other relevant factors[162] - The company will suspend the transfer of shares from November 13 to November 20, 2023, for the annual general meeting[146] - The record date for shareholders to receive the proposed dividend is November 29, 2023[146] Board Structure and Diversity - The board consists of seven members, including three executive directors, one non-executive director, and three independent non-executive directors[140] - The board consists of seven directors, all of whom are male, and plans to enhance gender diversity by identifying suitable candidates by December 31, 2024[184] - The nomination committee reviewed the board's structure and diversity policy, considering various factors including gender and age[181] Audit and Compliance - The audit committee reviewed the group's interim results for the six months ended December 31, 2022[179] - The audit committee is composed of independent non-executive directors and oversees financial reporting and internal control systems[178] - The audit committee held two meetings during the year to review the company's financial performance and discuss findings with external auditors[197] - The nomination committee conducted one meeting to assess the independence of independent non-executive directors and review service contracts[199]
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