Financial Performance - The Group's revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 1,034,150, a decrease of 20.6% compared to RMB 1,302,201 for the same period in 2022[4]. - Adjusted gross profit for reportable segments was RMB 58,157 for the first half of 2023, down from RMB 118,203 in 2022, reflecting a decline of 50.8%[9]. - Profit before taxation for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 11,820, a decrease of 32.2% from RMB 17,449 in 2022[9]. - The basic earnings per share for the six months ended 30 June 2023 is RMB 6,366,000, compared to RMB 4,726,000 for the same period in 2022[15]. - For the six months ended June 30, 2023, the profit attributable to equity shareholders increased by approximately RMB 1.7 million or 36.2% to about RMB 6.4 million compared to RMB 4.7 million for the same period in 2022[148]. - Profit attributable to equity shareholders for the period was RMB 6,366,000, compared to RMB 4,726,000 in the same period last year, representing a 34.6% increase[171]. Expenses and Costs - Research and development costs for the first half of 2023 were RMB 12,159, down from RMB 23,386 in 2022, indicating a reduction of 47.9%[12]. - Selling expenses decreased to RMB 20,086 in the first half of 2023 from RMB 22,137 in 2022, a decline of 9.3%[9]. - Administrative expenses were reduced to RMB 138,302 in the first half of 2023, compared to RMB 163,918 in 2022, reflecting a decrease of 15.7%[9]. - The cost of sales for the six months ended June 30, 2023, decreased by about RMB 236.5 million or 20.2% to approximately RMB 933.0 million[152]. - The Group's adjusted gross profit margin decreased by approximately 3.5 percentage points to about 5.6% compared to 9.1% in the same period of 2022[153]. Financial Position - Net finance income increased to RMB 103,610 in the first half of 2023, compared to RMB 76,965 in the same period of 2022, representing a growth of 34.7%[9]. - The total financial liabilities measured at amortised cost decreased from RMB 1,094,074,000 in December 2022 to RMB 986,336,000 in June 2023, a reduction of approximately 9.9%[70]. - The Group's cash and cash equivalents, including restricted cash, decreased from RMB 701.1 million as of December 31, 2022, to RMB 631.9 million as of June 30, 2023, a decline of about 9.9%[39]. - The Group's gearing ratio was 83.0% as of June 30, 2023, compared to 82.9% at the end of 2022[135]. - Net current assets decreased by about RMB 88.8 million or 28.9% to approximately RMB 219.0 million as of June 30, 2023[135]. Taxation - Current tax provision for corporate income tax in respective jurisdictions was RMB 115 for the first half of 2023, significantly lower than RMB 10,508 in 2022[12]. - The subsidiaries in the PRC are subject to a Corporate Income Tax rate of 25% for the six months ended 30 June 2023, unchanged from the previous year[6]. - One subsidiary in the PRC enjoys a preferential Corporate Income Tax rate of 15% due to its status as an enterprise with advanced technologies[6]. - No provision for Hong Kong Profits Tax has been made as the Group did not have assessable profits for the six months ended 30 June 2023[6]. Legal and Contingent Liabilities - The Group's maximum contingent liabilities related to legal claims may amount to approximately RMB296.2 million, with RMB21.4 million already provided for[112]. - The Group's directors do not believe it is probable that the courts will find against the subsidiaries in ongoing lawsuits, arbitrations, or tax disputes[112]. - The Group is cooperating with authorities regarding the investigation of asbestos found in construction materials supplied for projects in Australia, with no related legal actions reported[114]. - No provision has been made for potential compensation related to the asbestos investigation as the costs cannot be reliably estimated[114]. Market and Strategic Outlook - The Group is focusing on market expansion in regions such as the Middle East and Central Asia[128]. - The Group aims to improve project quality, pursue technological leadership, and strengthen cost control management for long-term sustainable development[151]. - The Group will maintain an optimistic and prudent attitude while closely monitoring industry changes and adjusting market strategies as necessary[151]. Shareholding and Corporate Governance - As of June 30, 2023, Best Outlook Limited holds 2,597,531,923 shares, representing 41.84% of the issued share capital[163]. - Neo Pioneer Limited holds 1,049,231,845 shares, accounting for 16.90% of the issued share capital[163]. - The maximum number of shares that may be issued under the Share Option Scheme is 600,000,000 shares, equivalent to 10% of the issued capital after the Global Offering[164]. - The Company is required to maintain a register of substantial shareholders as per the provisions of the SFO[163].
远大中国(02789) - 2023 - 中期财报