Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2023, the group recorded consolidated revenue from continuing operations of approximately HKD 12,485,000, an increase of about 57.6% compared to HKD 7,920,000 for the same period in 2022 [9]. - The group reported a profit of approximately HKD 452,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2023, a decrease from HKD 1,826,000 for the same period in 2022, primarily due to reduced foreign exchange gains [15]. - The gross profit for the six months ended September 30, 2023, was approximately HKD 9,505,000, compared to HKD 4,828,000 for the same period in 2022, reflecting improved revenue [14]. - For the six months ended September 30, 2023, the company generated revenue of HKD 12,485,000, a significant increase from HKD 7,920,000 in the previous year, representing a growth of approximately 57.5% [31]. - The gross profit for the same period was HKD 9,505,000, compared to HKD 4,828,000 in the previous year, indicating a growth of approximately 97.5% [31]. - The company reported a net profit of HKD 456,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2023, compared to HKD 2,334,000 for the same period last year, reflecting a decrease of approximately 80.5% [31]. - The total comprehensive income for the six months ended September 30, 2023, was a loss of HKD 1,824,000, compared to a loss of HKD 16,272,000 in the previous year, showing an improvement [32]. Cash Flow and Liabilities - As of September 30, 2023, the group's current liabilities net value was approximately HKD 55,400,000, compared to HKD 52,300,000 as of March 31, 2023 [19]. - The group's cash and cash equivalents amounted to approximately HKD 85,900,000 as of September 30, 2023, down from HKD 125,400,000 as of March 31, 2023 [19]. - The net cash used in operating activities for the six months ended September 30, 2023, was HKD (14,204,000), compared to HKD (5,620,000) for the same period in 2022, indicating a significant increase in cash outflow [37]. - The net cash generated from investing activities was HKD 88,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2023, down from HKD 258,000 in the previous year [37]. - The net cash used in financing activities was HKD (21,923,000) for the six months ended September 30, 2023, compared to HKD (112,044,000) in the same period of 2022, showing a reduction in cash outflow [37]. - The total cash and cash equivalents decreased by HKD 36,039,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2023, compared to a decrease of HKD 117,406,000 in the previous year [37]. - The company has a net current liability of approximately HKD 55,437,000, indicating significant uncertainty regarding its ability to continue as a going concern [40]. - The company has agreed to defer repayment of HKD 95,100,000 owed to its major shareholder until August 15, 2024, which may provide some financial relief [41]. - The total liabilities as of September 30, 2023, were HKD 217,705,000, a decrease from HKD 232,699,000 as of September 30, 2022 [60]. Employee and Operational Costs - The company employed 67 staff as of September 30, 2023, with employee costs from continuing operations amounting to HKD 4,200,000, an increase from HKD 4,000,000 for the same period last year [24]. - The total employee benefit expenses, including directors' remuneration, for the six months ended September 30, 2023, is HKD 4,207,000, compared to HKD 4,022,000 for the same period in 2022 [65]. - The total short-term benefits for the six months ended September 30, 2023, were HKD 1,647,000, slightly up from HKD 1,595,000 in the same period of 2022 [85]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The audit committee reviewed the unaudited interim results for the six months ending September 30, 2023, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards [102]. - The company has maintained compliance with the corporate governance code throughout the six months ending September 30, 2023 [104]. - The company has adopted a code of conduct for securities trading, which has been adhered to by all directors during the reporting period [105]. Future Outlook and Strategic Initiatives - The group expects stable growth in performance as training courses gradually resume based on student enrollment demand [12]. - The group plans to launch various robot-themed activities in Heilongjiang Province, including a range of robot education courses and teacher training [12]. - The group aims to collaborate with members of the National School Sports Robot Alliance in Heilongjiang Province to plan smart robot classrooms [12]. - The company continues to seek opportunities to enhance shareholder value [26]. - The company is in preliminary discussions regarding a potential acquisition of equity in an education platform and software company, although no significant terms have been reached yet [25]. Shareholder Information - The company has issued and fully paid 1,895,697,017 ordinary shares with a par value of HKD 0.01 each, unchanged from the previous period [79]. - As of September 30, 2023, Mr. Bao Yueqing holds 2,844,000 shares, representing approximately 0.15% of the issued share capital [87]. - As of September 30, 2023, Shenzhou Communication holds 542,042,000 shares, representing 28.59% of the issued share capital [90]. - Shenzhou Communication Investment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Shenzhou Communication, also holds 542,042,000 shares, equating to 28.59% [91]. - Yang Shaohui owns 191,041,256 shares, which is 10.08% of the total issued share capital [90]. - There are no other individuals with a disclosed interest or short position in the company's shares as of September 30, 2023 [92].
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