Financial Performance - The Group's revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2022, was approximately HK$1,260.8 million, a significant increase from approximately HK$10.3 million for the same period in 2021[19]. - Profit attributable to owners of the parent for the same period was approximately HK$67.6 million, down from approximately HK$148.6 million in 2021[20]. - The profit for the reporting period was mainly attributable to the completion of developed property projects and share of profits recognized from joint ventures[20]. - The Group's financial performance reflects a strong recovery in property sales compared to the previous year, highlighting effective project management and market positioning[20]. - The Group's total assets less current liabilities as of September 30, 2022, were approximately HK$8,394.7 million, an increase from approximately HK$7,829.9 million as of March 31, 2022[74]. - The current ratio improved to approximately 2.8 times as of September 30, 2022, compared to approximately 2.0 times as of March 31, 2022[76]. - Fee income for the reporting period was approximately HK$9.1 million, up from approximately HK$4.3 million for the six months ended September 30, 2021, primarily due to the addition of new managed assets[73]. - The Group's cash and cash equivalents were approximately HK$949.4 million as of September 30, 2022, compared to approximately HK$831.5 million as of March 31, 2022[76]. - The Group's total comprehensive income for the period was HK$32,356, a decrease of 73% compared to HK$120,815 in the previous year[151]. - Profit for the period was HK$67,562,000, down from HK$148,636,000 in the prior year[148]. Project Developments - Revenue recognized from the "The Met. Azure" project during the reporting period amounted to approximately HK$1.3 billion, with 315 out of 320 units sold, generating total sales proceeds of approximately HK$1.6 billion[21][22]. - The Group launched pre-sales of the "Larchwood" project in August 2022, with 41 out of 98 units sold, resulting in total sales proceeds of approximately HK$201.0 million[23]. - The "Larchwood" project is the Group's first urban redevelopment commercial and residential project in a long time, leveraging competitive advantages from previous projects[23]. - The "Met. Azure" project was launched to market in August 2021, indicating a successful sales strategy in the property development sector[22]. - The "maya" project, co-developed with CIFI, has sold all 326 units, resulting in total sales proceeds of approximately HK$4.3 billion, with the Group holding a 50% equity interest[25][26]. - The "Altissimo" project has sold 530 out of 547 units, achieving total sales proceeds of approximately HK$6.3 billion, with the Group owning a 40% equity interest[27][28]. - The "LADDER Dundas" commercial property launched in July 2022 sold 15 out of 19 floors within one month, generating sales proceeds of approximately HK$463.3 million[41]. - The Group's development land portfolio includes several projects, with a total attributable gross floor area of approximately 334,000 square feet planned for redevelopment[49]. Joint Ventures and Acquisitions - In November 2021, the Group entered into a joint venture with APG, committing a maximum capital of HK$2.334 billion for property acquisitions in Hong Kong[29][30]. - The APG joint venture acquired sites at King's Road for approximately HK$1.3 billion, with plans for redevelopment into a residential project with commercial space[39][40]. - The Group completed the sale of True Promise Limited, which owned residential and commercial units at Ting Yip Street, to the APG joint venture in May 2022[42]. - The Group owns a 70% equity interest in a luxury residential redevelopment project at Pokfulam Road, which is currently undergoing superstructure works[43]. - The Group formed a joint venture with Jumbo Holding to acquire a carpark podium for HK$410.3 million, providing 509 parking spaces, expected to meet high demand due to nearby residential developments[58]. - The APG joint venture successfully acquired six projects with an estimated gross floor area of 466,300 square feet and a total development value of HK$11.7 billion[100]. Financial Position and Debt Management - Aggregate bank borrowings as of September 30, 2022, amounted to approximately HK$4,213.8 million, down from approximately HK$4,359.2 million as of March 31, 2022[77]. - The gearing ratio decreased to approximately 64.1% as of September 30, 2022, from approximately 68.2% as of March 31, 2022[80]. - The Group's capital commitment as of September 30, 2022, was approximately HK$740.1 million, significantly reduced from approximately HK$2,072.9 million as of March 31, 2022[78]. - The group had a total of 137 employees in Hong Kong as of September 30, 2022, up from 136 employees as of March 31, 2022[95]. - The company reported a significant cash flow from investing activities of HK$149,101,000, compared to HK$817,680,000 in the previous year, indicating a strategic shift in investment focus[167]. - The company’s debt investments at fair value through other comprehensive income experienced a loss of HK$67,496,000, highlighting challenges in the investment portfolio[167]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and integrity[136]. - The Audit Committee, comprising three independent non-executive Directors, reviewed the unaudited financial information for the six months ended September 30, 2022[143]. - The company has not purchased, sold, or redeemed any of its listed securities during the six months ended September 30, 2022[139]. - The Group established a formal ESG committee to implement a 5-year ESG Roadmap and participated in the GRESB assessments[112]. - The Group has implemented stricter health guidelines at properties and provided rental relief to tenants affected by the COVID-19 pandemic[115]. Market Outlook and Strategy - The Group is cautiously optimistic about the property market and will monitor market changes closely while seeking collaboration with strategic partners[104]. - The Group believes that government measures to facilitate property development will aid in acquiring new projects and redevelopment sites in the future[104]. - The Hong Kong government forecasts real GDP growth for 2022 to be between -0.5% to 0.5%, indicating a largely flat economy compared to 2021[100]. - The Group plans to divest businesses with potential unleased properties and reinvest in new high-growth opportunities to broaden its recurring income portfolio[102].
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