Financial Performance - The total revenue for the group was approximately HKD 12.0 million, a decrease of about 33.5% compared to the same period last year[11]. - The group recorded a profit and total comprehensive income of approximately HKD 9.3 million, compared to a loss of approximately HKD 9.3 million in the same period last year[12]. - Total revenue for the period was approximately HKD 12.0 million, a decrease of about 33.5% compared to the same period last year, primarily due to declines in corporate finance, asset management, and securities financing revenues by approximately 75.5%, 7.2%, and 45.8% respectively[34]. - Total revenue for the six months ended August 31, 2023, was HKD 30,877,000, an increase from HKD 20,972,000 in the same period last year, representing a growth of approximately 47.5%[116]. - The company reported a profit before tax of HKD 9,347,000 for the six months ended August 31, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 9,339,000 in the previous year[116]. - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the period were HKD 2.34, a significant improvement from a loss of HKD 2.33 per share in the same period last year[116]. - The company reported a profit attributable to owners of HKD 9,347,000 for the six months ended August 31, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 9,339,000 in the same period last year[154]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from corporate finance advisory services decreased by approximately 75.5% to about HKD 1.9 million, down from approximately HKD 7.6 million in the same period last year[18]. - The group engaged in 10 initial public offering (IPO) sponsorship projects, generating revenue of approximately HKD 0.7 million, compared to about HKD 4.6 million in the same period last year[19]. - Revenue from securities trading and brokerage services increased by approximately 126.5% year-on-year, while placement and underwriting services saw a revenue increase of approximately 194.2%[34]. - The group completed 6 placement and underwriting projects during the period, generating revenue of approximately HKD 2.7 million, compared to HKD 0.9 million in the same period last year[23]. - Client contract revenue decreased to HKD 7,063,000, down 28.0% from HKD 9,795,000 in the previous year[135]. - Interest income from margin clients was HKD 4,424,000, a decline of 45.0% from HKD 8,164,000 in the prior year[135]. Cost Management - The group implemented cost control measures, reducing total costs and expenses from approximately HKD 30.3 million in the previous year to about HKD 21.5 million, a decrease of about 29.0%[12]. - Other operating expenses decreased by approximately 18.1% to about HKD 5.7 million, primarily due to reduced marketing and sponsor expenses[35]. - Employee costs decreased by approximately 31.9% to about HKD 15.0 million, mainly due to the impact of the share option plan adopted in 2018[38]. - Employee costs for the period were approximately HKD 15.0 million, a decrease of about 31.9% from approximately HKD 22.0 million in the same period last year[49]. Assets and Liabilities - As of August 31, 2023, the company's net current assets were approximately HKD 210.9 million, up from approximately HKD 200.7 million on February 28, 2023, with a current ratio of approximately 3.06 times[40]. - The company had no debt as of August 31, 2023, resulting in a debt-to-equity ratio of zero[40]. - The company’s total liabilities increased to HKD 102,396,000 as of August 31, 2023, compared to HKD 98,571,000 as of February 28, 2023[117]. - Total accounts receivable decreased to HKD 45,851,000 as of August 31, 2023, down from HKD 87,138,000 as of February 28, 2023[159]. - The company has HKD 18,236,000 in total loans receivable, an increase from HKD 15,511,000 as of February 28, 2023[165]. Investments - The company holds significant investments valued at approximately HKD 60.9 million as of August 31, 2023, with major investments including a 5.85% stake in Taizhou Water Group valued at HKD 33.3 million and a 9.28% stake in Dream East Group valued at HKD 26.5 million[53]. - The company received dividends of approximately HKD 858,000 from Taizhou Water Group during the period[58]. - Taizhou Water Group reported revenue of approximately RMB 280.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023, representing an increase of approximately 18.8% compared to the same period in 2022[55]. - Dream East Group recorded revenue of approximately HKD 25.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, a decrease of about 51.0% compared to the previous year[59]. Market Conditions - The global economic environment showed signs of recovery, but concerns over geopolitical issues and inflation pressures persisted during the period[13]. - The Hang Seng Index fell by approximately 10.9% during the period, closing at 18,382 points[17]. - The total amount raised by new listings on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange decreased by approximately 65.6% to about HKD 16.9 billion compared to the same period last year[17]. Risk Management - The group has established risk management strategies to balance risk and return, focusing on minimizing adverse impacts on operating performance[194]. - The company employs a prudent approach to credit risk management, regularly revising its credit policies to adapt to changes in the business, economic, regulatory, and market conditions[198]. - The company has established a formal loan policy with clear credit review assessments to determine interest rates and terms based on clients' performance and creditworthiness[199]. Shareholder Information - The total issued and paid-up share capital remained stable at HKD 4,000,000 as of both February 28, 2023, and August 31, 2023, with 400,000,000 shares issued[180]. - The major shareholder, Baiyang International Investment Limited, holds 300,000,000 shares (75%) and is linked to Mr. Chung Chi Man, who is the beneficial owner[91]. - The company has a non-competition agreement in place with its controlling shareholders, effective from September 14, 2018[84]. Corporate Governance - The audit committee was established on August 24, 2018, consisting of three members, with Ms. Chan Ka Lee as the chairperson, ensuring compliance with listing rules and corporate governance codes[79]. - All directors confirmed compliance with the standard code of conduct regarding securities trading during the reporting period[81]. - No conflicts of interest have been reported between the company and its directors or controlling shareholders during the reporting period[85].
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