Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2023, the total revenue was approximately HKD 26,125,000, a decrease of about 8.01% compared to HKD 28,400,000 for the same period in 2022[4] - The gross profit margin for the six months ended September 30, 2023, was approximately 74.22%, down by about 7.52 percentage points from 81.74% in the same period of 2022[4] - The loss attributable to owners of the company for the six months ended September 30, 2023, was approximately HKD 7,160,000, compared to a loss of HKD 6,710,000 in the same period of 2022[4] - The company reported a total comprehensive loss of HKD 8,215,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2023, compared to HKD 7,987,000 for the same period in 2022[7] - The basic loss per share for the six months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 1.270, compared to HKD 1.190 for the same period in 2022[7] - The group recorded a loss attributable to owners of approximately HKD 7,161,000, compared to a loss of HKD 6,710,000 in the previous year, mainly due to decreased revenue and increased cost of sales[40] Assets and Liabilities - As of September 30, 2023, total assets amounted to HKD 33,271,000, a decrease from HKD 41,696,000 as of March 31, 2023[8] - The total liabilities as of September 30, 2023, were HKD 22,111,000, slightly down from HKD 22,321,000 as of March 31, 2023[9] - The company's equity attributable to owners was HKD 14,076,000 as of September 30, 2023, down from HKD 22,190,000 as of March 31, 2023[8] - The group's current assets totaled approximately HKD 8,802,000, while current liabilities were approximately HKD 19,475,000, resulting in a current ratio of about 0.45[45] Cash Flow - The cash and cash equivalents decreased to HKD 4,983,000 as of September 30, 2023, from HKD 17,685,000 as of March 31, 2023[8] - The net cash generated from operating activities for the six months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD 909,000, compared to a cash outflow of HKD 604,000 in the same period last year[14] - The company’s investment activities resulted in a cash outflow of HKD 14,521,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2023, compared to a cash inflow of HKD 159,000 in the same period last year[14] - The company’s financing activities generated a net cash inflow of HKD 575,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2023, compared to a cash outflow of HKD 2,433,000 in the same period last year[14] Operational Efficiency - Employee costs, including director remuneration, amounted to HKD 11,214,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2023, down from HKD 12,865,000 in the previous year, indicating a decrease of approximately 12.8%[24] - Administrative expenses decreased by approximately 14.2% to HKD 21,881,000 from HKD 25,503,000, primarily due to reduced employee costs[40] - The company continues to focus on expanding its integrated hospital services in China, which remains a key strategic priority[16] - The group will continue to prioritize operational efficiency and prudent risk management in response to the evolving healthcare landscape[43] Dividends and Shareholder Information - The company did not recommend the distribution of dividends for the six months ended September 30, 2023, consistent with the previous year[4] - Major shareholder Xingyang Global Limited holds 316,391,892 shares, representing 56.13% of the issued share capital[73] - Ms. Zheng Huixian, as a spouse, has rights to 328,191,892 shares, accounting for 58.22% of the issued share capital[73] - New Hope International (Hong Kong) Limited owns 68,643,507 shares, which is 12.18% of the issued share capital[73] Corporate Governance - The company has adopted a code of conduct regarding securities trading by directors, which complies with GEM Listing Rules[83] - The company has adhered to the corporate governance code as per GEM Listing Rules Appendix 15 during the six months ending September 30, 2023[84] - The Audit Committee, established on November 2, 2001, is responsible for ensuring adequate financial controls and overseeing the performance of financial reporting processes[88] - The unaudited consolidated results for the review period have been reviewed by the Audit Committee and are prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards and GEM listing rules[90] Legal and Regulatory Matters - Following a court ruling, the group is required to refund approximately RMB 12,130,000 (approximately HKD 13,863,000) to China Merchants Hainan Development Investment Co., Ltd.[63] - The group is currently seeking legal advice regarding ongoing litigation related to the subsidiary, Edinburgh International Hospital Management[63] Changes in Management - The board of directors has undergone changes, with Mr. Zheng resigning and Mr. Wu appointed as an executive director effective August 22, 2023[66]
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