Financial Performance - The Group's revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2022, increased by approximately 128.7% to approximately HK$2,050.5 million, compared to approximately HK$896.5 million for the same period in 2021[19]. - Loss attributable to owners of the parent for the Period was approximately HK$23.6 million, a decrease from a profit of approximately HK$46.5 million for the six months ended September 30, 2021[21]. - The increase in revenue was primarily due to higher sales from the delivery of property development projects in which the Group has a controlling stake[20]. - The decrease in loss on disposal of financial assets for the Period compared to the corresponding period in 2021 partially offset the overall loss[21]. - The Company did not recommend the payment of any interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2022, compared to HK$0.1 cent per share for the same period in 2021[16]. - The Group recorded a decrease in delivery of completed residential projects from joint ventures, impacting overall profitability[21]. - There was a decrease in net fair value gains on investment properties during the Period[21]. - Impairment losses on property, plant, and equipment were recorded for the Period, contrasting with a reversal of such losses in the previous year[21]. - Revenue from property sales in agricultural produce exchange markets in the PRC decreased compared to the corresponding period in 2021[21]. - Gross profit was approximately HK$532.2 million with a gross profit margin of 26.0%, down from approximately HK$453.3 million and 50.6% respectively for the same period in 2021[26]. Assets and Liabilities - As of September 30, 2022, the Group's net assets were approximately HK$9,100.4 million, down from approximately HK$9,599.8 million as of March 31, 2022[29]. - Cash resources amounted to approximately HK$1,843.1 million, including cash and bank balances of approximately HK$1,712.9 million, a decrease from approximately HK$1,962.8 million and HK$1,489.9 million respectively[29]. - Total borrowings as of September 30, 2022, were approximately HK$6,636.1 million, resulting in a net debt position of approximately HK$4,923.2 million, improved from approximately HK$5,369.7 million[29]. - The Group's total assets as of 30 September 2022 were approximately HK$18,693.1 million, down from approximately HK$20,056.4 million on 31 March 2022[167]. - The Group's total debt as of 30 September 2022 was approximately HK$6,636.1 million, a decrease from approximately HK$6,859.6 million on 31 March 2022[168]. - The net debt to equity ratio as of 30 September 2022 was approximately 54.1%, down from approximately 55.9% on 31 March 2022[168]. - The Group's capital commitment as of 30 September 2022 amounted to approximately HK$1,100.9 million, significantly reduced from approximately HK$2,412.2 million on 31 March 2022[176]. - The Group's share of capital commitments to joint ventures was approximately HK$34.9 million as of 30 September 2022, down from approximately HK$43.3 million on 31 March 2022[176]. Revenue from Property Development - Revenue from the property development segment was approximately HK$1,358.2 million, with segment profit of approximately HK$106.8 million, compared to approximately HK$190.6 million and HK$139.1 million respectively in the prior year[35]. - The WOP Group's revenue from property development was approximately HK$1,250.0 million, mainly due to the sales recognition of "The Met. Azure" project, which generated total sales proceeds of approximately HK$1.6 billion[39]. - The "Larchwood" project, launched in August 2022, has sold 41 out of 98 units, generating total sales proceeds of approximately HK$201.0 million[45]. - The "maya" project, co-developed with CIFI, has sold all 326 units, resulting in total sales proceeds of approximately HK$4.3 billion[47][48]. - The "Altissimo" project has sold 530 out of 547 units, with total sales proceeds amounting to approximately HK$6.3 billion[49][50]. Joint Ventures and Acquisitions - The WOP Group has entered into a joint venture with APG, acquiring a 50% equity interest with a maximum capital commitment of HK$2.334 billion for residential property development in Hong Kong[53][56]. - In August 2022, WOP's subsidiary acquired a site at Nos. 128–130 Main Street, Ap Lei Chau, for redevelopment as part of "The Met." series[54][57]. - The APG JV acquired sites at Nos. 101 and 111 King's Road for approximately HK$1.3 billion, planned for redevelopment into a residential project with commercial space[63]. - The Group's joint venture with Jumbo Holding acquired a carpark podium in Aberdeen, Hong Kong, for HK$410.3 million, expected to meet high demand for parking spaces due to nearby residential developments[109]. Fresh Market and Agricultural Produce - The fresh market and agricultural produce exchange market segment reported a revenue decrease of approximately 0.9% to about HK$331.3 million for the six months ended September 30, 2022[82]. - Revenue from agricultural produce exchange markets in the PRC contributed approximately HK$195.4 million, while fresh market operations in Hong Kong contributed about HK$135.9 million[84]. - The Group's fresh market business includes approximately 600 stalls under the "Allmart" and "Day Day Fresh" brands, covering a total gross floor area of over 150,000 square feet[89]. - The Group aims to enhance shopping experiences at its fresh markets through improved layouts and high-quality management services[89]. - The Group is actively seeking to increase its land bank through acquisitions of ownerships in old buildings and participation in public tenders[81]. Pharmaceutical and Health Products - The WYT Group's revenue from pharmaceutical and health food products totaled approximately HK$298.7 million, representing an increase of approximately 17.5% compared to HK$254.2 million in the same period last year[122]. - The revenue of Chinese pharmaceutical and health food products recorded a healthy growth of approximately 11.1% compared to the same period in 2021[124]. - The total revenue of Western pharmaceutical and personal care products business grew by 80.6% over the corresponding period in 2021[134]. - The WYT Group is expanding its retail sales network and has launched three Chinese specialists centers in Central, Causeway Bay, and Jordan[130]. - "Madame Pearl's" has been the sales champion for cough syrup in Hong Kong for 12 consecutive years, supported by strategic sales and marketing efforts[136]. Financial Management and Investments - The Group's financial management approach emphasizes prudent risk control and efficient monitoring of financial resources[181]. - The Group's existing financial structure is deemed healthy, with sufficient resources to meet operational needs in the foreseeable future[181]. - The Group's financial assets at fair value through profit or loss (FVPL) totaled approximately HK$283.5 million, accounting for 3.1% of the Group's net assets[194]. - The total fair value loss for the Group's investments was approximately HK$133.96 million for the period[195]. - The Group executed subscriptions for interests in the Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust and CS Blackstone REIT Access Fund for a total of US$15.5 million, which were repurchased during the period[199].
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