Business Performance - The Group recorded total revenue of HK$164.72 million, a decrease of approximately 31.55% compared to HK$240.63 million for the corresponding period in 2021[30]. - Revenue from the manufacturing segment amounted to HK$195.74 million, down approximately 18.54% from HK$240.30 million in the same period last year[39]. - The loss before income tax for the Period was approximately HK$296.98 million, compared to a loss of HK$232.27 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021[31]. - Loss attributable to owners of the Company was approximately HK$298.07 million, compared to HK$217.15 million for the same period in 2021[32]. - Basic loss per share attributable to owners of the Company was approximately 13.34 HK cents, compared to 9.83 HK cents for the corresponding period in 2021[35]. - The treasury investments segment recorded a loss of approximately HK$275.76 million, compared to HK$199.56 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021[41]. - The Group's gross profit margin for the manufacturing segment decreased from 17.28% to 10.15% during the Period[39]. Financial Challenges - The treasury investments and financial services segments suffered substantial losses during the period, primarily due to impairment losses on overdue receivables and fair value losses from listed securities[15]. - The financial results were adversely affected by global capital market fluctuations and the COVID-19 outbreak, leading to significant challenges in business development[15]. - The COVID-19 outbreak has caused temporary disruptions, making it unlikely for the manufacturing and financial services segments to recover in 2022[21]. - The Group's total equity decreased to approximately HK$447.75 million as of June 30, 2022, down from HK$753.92 million as of December 31, 2021[56][60]. - The Group's net debts were approximately HK$1,535.39 million as of June 30, 2022, resulting in a gearing ratio of 77.42%, compared to 67.64% as of December 31, 2021[56][60]. Risk Management and Compliance - The Group is focusing on improving risk management and compliance to ensure sustainable returns while exploring opportunities in asset management and financial services[19]. - The Group will focus on risk management and compliance while exploring opportunities in asset management and financial services[22]. - The Group aims to enhance cash flow and improve recoverability of transactions amid ongoing pandemic challenges[22]. - The Group is committed to maintaining sufficient cash flow levels while enhancing transaction recoverability[19]. Strategic Initiatives - A strategic upgrade is underway due to changes in major shareholders, with plans to diversify business and enhance traditional PCB manufacturing[20]. - The Group aims to leverage artificial intelligence technology in telecommunications and explore new investment opportunities in intelligent city construction and financial technology[20]. - The Group continues to excel in cost control to improve profitability for the remainder of the fiscal year[14]. Investment Activities - As of June 30, 2022, the Group's total assets under management amounted to approximately HK$2.62 billion, with 8 funds related to the One Belt One Road initiative and 4 related to HKBridge Funds[49][52]. - The Group's net current assets increased to approximately HK$228.78 million as of June 30, 2022, from HK$10.95 million as of December 31, 2021[57][60]. - The Group's current ratio improved to 1.19 as of June 30, 2022, compared to 1.01 as of December 31, 2021[57][60]. - The Group's trade receivables amounted to approximately HK$93.98 million as of June 30, 2022, with a debtor turnover of approximately 87 days[58][61]. - The Group's inventories decreased from approximately HK$56.70 million as of December 31, 2021, to approximately HK$49.68 million as of June 30, 2022, with an inventory turnover of approximately 51 days[59][61]. Loans and Financial Instruments - Bank loans as of June 30, 2022, were approximately HK$140.18 million, with fixed interest rates ranging from 3.45% to 3.85% per annum[62]. - Other loans from an associate amounted to approximately HK$177.94 million, which is unsecured and non-interest bearing, repayable in 2024[63]. - The Group's loans from executive directors amounted to HK$107.36 million, with an interest rate of 7%[66]. - The total amount of loans due within the next twelve months is approximately HK$210.42 million[65]. Impairment and Losses - The outstanding impairment loss on bond receivables held by the Partners Fund amounted to HK$60.41 million as of June 30, 2022, reflecting significant credit risk due to default payments[78]. - The Group recognized a cumulative impairment loss of HK$60.41 million for receivables related to the bond issuer, which has not made any payments in the last three years[80]. - The M&A Fund has not received outstanding amounts from the Strait Borrower for the past three years, leading to an impairment loss of HK$50.27 million for Loan I[123]. - The High-Tech Investment Fund provided an additional impairment loss of HK$19.48 million for Loan II during the period, with a previous six-month loss of HK$9.46 million[133]. - The Landmark Fund provided an additional impairment loss of HK$50.03 million for Bond III, increasing the total impairment loss to HK$150.10 million as of June 30, 2022[140]. Fund Management and Restructuring - The Group is actively seeking a new first-tier limited partner to expand the investment activities of both the Natural Resource Fund and the Fixed Income Fund[100][115]. - The Group's investment strategies for the Natural Resource Fund were adjusted as part of the OBOR Funds Restructuring, effective January 1, 2020[94]. - The Group's investment in the Natural Resource Fund has been consolidated into its financial statements since it became the only limited partner[89]. - The OBOR Funds Restructuring resulted in the offsetting of distribution values with original capital contributions, impacting the fair value of underlying assets[157]. - The total impairment loss for goodwill arising from the OBOR Funds Restructuring was recognized at HK$331.00 million for the year ended December 31, 2020[158]. Market Investments - The Group's investment in SuperRobotics includes 41,666,666 shares (8.23% interest) with a market value of HK$9,583,000 as of June 30, 2022, reflecting a loss of HK$7,084,000[165]. - The investment in SuperRobotics is expected to generate returns as the robotic industry in China shows significant potential for market expansion[168]. - The Group's total consideration for the acquisition of SuperRobotics Shares Batch 1 was approximately HK$200.00 million[166]. - The Group acquired a 75% interest in the Absolute Return Fund for HK$160.00 million, with a fair value of HK$186.03 million at the acquisition date[172]. - The Absolute Return Fund aims to generate returns by investing in equity securities related to in-flight wireless network engineering and services[173].
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