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拉近网娱(08172) - 2022 - 中期财报
LAJIN ENTLAJIN ENT(HK:08172)2022-08-12 08:34

Financial Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2022, the company reported total revenue of HKD 6,464,000, a decrease of 6.5% compared to HKD 6,066,000 for the same period in 2021[8]. - The gross loss for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was HKD 26,800,000, compared to a gross loss of HKD 16,917,000 for the same period in 2021, indicating a significant decline in profitability[8]. - The total comprehensive loss for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was HKD 36,276,000, compared to HKD 13,740,000 for the same period in 2021, reflecting a worsening financial position[10]. - The company reported a basic and diluted loss per share of HKD 0.57 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to HKD 0.34 for the same period in 2021[10]. - The company reported a net loss of HKD 26,800,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to a net loss of HKD 16,917,000 for the same period in 2021, representing an increase of 58%[17]. - The total comprehensive loss for the period ended June 30, 2022, was HKD 36,276,000, compared to a total comprehensive loss of HKD 14,440,000 for the same period in 2021, indicating an increase of 151%[17]. Assets and Liabilities - As of June 30, 2022, the company's total assets amounted to HKD 303,058,000, down from HKD 344,425,000 as of December 31, 2021[12]. - The company's current liabilities totaled HKD 64,637,000 as of June 30, 2022, compared to HKD 70,167,000 as of December 31, 2021, showing a reduction in short-term obligations[14]. - The net asset value decreased to HKD 238,421,000 as of June 30, 2022, from HKD 274,697,000 as of December 31, 2021, indicating a decline in equity[14]. - The company's total liabilities decreased to HKD 64,637,000 as of June 30, 2022, from HKD 70,167,000 as of December 31, 2021, reflecting improved financial management[14]. - The total reserves as of June 30, 2022, amounted to HKD 210,145,000, down from HKD 243,858,000 as of December 31, 2021, indicating a decrease of 14%[17]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - The cash and cash equivalents decreased to HKD 44,496,000 as of June 30, 2022, from HKD 50,666,000 as of December 31, 2021, indicating a decline in liquidity[12]. - The net cash flow used in operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was HKD (8,422,000), a significant improvement from HKD (24,678,000) in the previous year, representing a reduction of 66%[19]. - The cash and cash equivalents at the end of the reporting period were HKD 42,086,000, down from HKD 53,220,000 at the end of June 2021, reflecting a decrease of 21%[19]. - The company experienced a significant foreign exchange loss of HKD 11,262,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to a gain of HKD 3,177,000 for the same period in 2021[10]. Segment Performance - The company has three reportable segments: Artist Management, Film, TV, and Online Content, and New Media E-commerce, which are monitored for performance and resource allocation[27]. - The company has expanded its New Media E-commerce business, which is content-driven retail, since 2020, indicating a strategic focus on this segment[28]. - Revenue from the film, television, and online content segment was approximately HKD 1,500,000, down from HKD 16,324,000 in the previous year[59]. - Revenue from the new media e-commerce business was approximately HKD 4,732,000, a decrease from HKD 21,794,000 in the previous year[61]. Strategic Initiatives - The group plans to release several projects in the second half of 2022, including "藏地奇兵" and "狄仁杰之龍隱迷窟," with promotional activities already underway[64]. - The company is producing the Chinese version of "Hachi: A Dog's Tale," which is expected to be released in theaters nationwide in 2022, with post-production nearly complete[68]. - The company has partnered with Tencent Pictures and others to develop a film series based on the bestselling novel "Tibetan Code," with a renowned director and production team involved[70]. - The online live shopping sector is projected to exceed 660 million users in 2022, with the company focusing on integrating entertainment content with e-commerce to enhance user engagement[75]. Employee and Governance - As of June 30, 2022, the group had 98 employees, including approximately 95 in China and 3 in Hong Kong[86]. - The audit committee consists of three members and is responsible for reviewing the company's financial reports and internal control procedures[106]. Market and Growth Outlook - The company plans to expand its market presence in Southeast Asia, targeting a 30% increase in market share by 2024[109]. - New product launches are expected to contribute an additional $20 million in revenue by the end of 2022[109]. - The company is investing $10 million in research and development for new technologies aimed at enhancing user experience[109]. - A strategic partnership is being formed with a leading tech firm to leverage AI capabilities, projected to improve operational efficiency by 20%[109]. - The company has set a performance guidance of $320 million in revenue for the full year 2022, reflecting a 10% growth target[109].