Revenue Growth - For the three months ended September 30, 2022, the revenue was HK$52,107,000, an increase from HK$20,965,000 in the same period of 2021, representing a growth of 148%[13] - For the six months ended September 30, 2022, the revenue reached HK$102,221,000, compared to HK$51,494,000 in the corresponding period of 2021, indicating a growth of 98%[13] - Revenue from major products and services reached HK$102,221,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2022, compared to HK$51,494,000 in the same period of 2021, representing a 98.5% increase[106] - Tuition fees from private supplementary education services contributed HK$79,985,000, up from HK$49,908,000 year-on-year, indicating a 60.4% growth[106] Profit and Income - Profit before taxation for the three months ended September 30, 2022, was HK$4,636,000, up from HK$3,877,000 in the same period of 2021, reflecting an increase of 20%[13] - The profit and total comprehensive income for the period for the three months ended September 30, 2022, was HK$3,562,000, compared to HK$3,201,000 in the same period of 2021, showing a growth of 11%[13] - The Group's profit before taxation for the six months ended September 30, 2022, was HK$21,340,000, compared to HK$21,342,000 in the same period of 2021, showing a slight decrease[13] - The company reported a total comprehensive income of HK$18,894,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2022, compared to HK$18,021,000 for the same period in 2021, reflecting a growth of 4.8%[15] - For the six months ended September 30, 2022, the profit attributable to ordinary equity holders was HK$9,000,000, a decrease from HK$12,000,000 in 2021[122] Expenses and Costs - Selling and distribution expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2022, were HK$2,772,000, an increase from HK$1,915,000 in the same period of 2021[13] - Administrative and other expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2022, amounted to HK$26,942,000, compared to HK$7,694,000 in the same period of 2021, indicating a significant increase[13] - Finance costs for the three months ended September 30, 2022, were HK$122,000, down from HK$644,000 in the same period of 2021[13] - Total employee benefits expenses for the six months ended September 30, 2022, amounted to HK$29,227,000, significantly higher than HK$6,037,000 in 2021[122] Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets increased to HK$227,914,000 as of September 30, 2022, compared to HK$213,395,000 as of March 31, 2022, reflecting a growth of 6.8%[17] - Current assets rose to HK$127,952,000 as of September 30, 2022, up from HK$115,994,000 as of March 31, 2022, indicating a 10.5% increase[19] - Net current assets improved to HK$63,152,000 as of September 30, 2022, compared to HK$50,104,000 as of March 31, 2022, representing a growth of 25.0%[19] - Total equity attributable to owners of the Company was HK$232,232,000 as of September 30, 2022, an increase from HK$213,338,000 as of March 31, 2022, marking an 8.8% rise[21] - Consolidated total assets amounted to HK$325,865,000[87] - Consolidated total liabilities were reported at HK$125,485,000[87] Cash Flow - For the six months ended September 30, 2022, net cash generated from operating activities was HK$5,040,000, compared to a net cash used of HK$6,649,000 in the same period of 2021[32] - The net decrease in cash and cash equivalents for the six months ended September 30, 2022, was HK$904,000, compared to a decrease of HK$62,457,000 in the same period of 2021[34] - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were HK$20,114,000, down from HK$72,944,000 at the beginning of the period[34] - The company reported a net cash outflow from the acquisition of subsidiaries amounting to HK$4,882,000[32] Business Segments - The company is primarily engaged in manufacturing and sales of OEM garment products, retailing and wholesaling of garment products, and providing loan services[37] - The OEM Business generated significant revenue, contributing to the overall performance of the Group[54] - The Retail Business, which includes sales under the Group's own brand, is a key segment for revenue generation[54] - The Money Lending Business provided loan services, contributing to the Group's diversified income streams[54] - The Financial Quotient and Investment Education Business offered courses, enhancing the Group's educational service offerings[54] - The Property Investment Business focused on generating rental income and capital appreciation in the Asia Pacific region[54] - The Group's reportable segments include OEM, Retail, Money Lending, Financial Education, and Property Investment, each contributing to overall performance[55] Share Options and Dividends - On 14 October 2022, a total of 35,844,000 share options were granted, including 11,480,000 options to directors and substantial shareholders[170] - The share option scheme allows for options to be granted up to 10% of the shares in issue at any time, requiring prior shareholder approval for any excess[164] - The board of directors does not recommend any payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2022, compared to HK$0.0075 per share in 2021[124] - The company plans to consider declaring a special dividend for the year ending March 31, 2023[124] Strategic Focus - The interim report indicates that the Group is focused on expanding its market presence and enhancing operational efficiency to drive future growth[12] - The Group will continue to focus on expanding the customer base by diversifying the service scope of the OEM business[193] - The Group has adopted a prudent approach in restructuring its sales network to minimize operating costs while adapting to consumer preferences[194] - The Group's OEM business remains committed to development despite recent downturns in the garment sector[193] Legal and Compliance - The interim financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Hong Kong Accounting Standard 34, indicating compliance with relevant financial reporting standards[38] - The Group recognized a provision of HK$1,735,000 related to a legal claim, reflecting a probable outflow of economic benefits[186]
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