Share Options - No share options were granted, exercised, cancelled, or lapsed between September 4, 2023, and September 30, 2023, with no outstanding options as of September 30, 2023[1]. - A total of 127,992,000 share options were granted on March 26, 2021, to certain grantees[1]. - On October 14, 2022, a total of 35,844,000 share options were granted, including 11,480,000 options to directors and substantial shareholders[3]. - The exercise price for share options is determined by the Directors and will not be less than the highest of the average closing price for the five business days preceding the grant date[1]. - As of March 31, 2023, there were 3,942,400 options outstanding for Mr. Yuen Yu Sum and Mr. Chan Lap Jin Kevin, with an exercise price of HK$1.004[11]. - The vesting period for the options granted on October 14, 2022, extends until October 13, 2032[11]. - The company has not reported any movements in the number of share options under the Previous Scheme during the six months ended September 30, 2023[11]. - The total number of share options granted during the reporting period remains unchanged[11]. - The company continues to focus on its share option scheme as part of its employee incentive strategy[1]. - As of 30 September 2023, the number of share options available for grant under the scheme mandate was 35,845,605[17]. - A total of 21,906,000 share options were granted to eligible employees on 14 October 2022, with specific performance conditions tied to net profit[17]. Financial Performance - The financial performance for the six months ended September 30, 2023, will be detailed in the upcoming financial statements[3]. - The Group's revenue increased from approximately HK$102.2 million for the six months ended 30 September 2022 to approximately HK$132.8 million for the six months ended 30 September 2023, representing an increase of approximately 30.0%[61]. - Revenue for the six months ended 30 September 2023 was HK$132,786,000, an increase of 30% compared to HK$102,221,000 for the same period in 2022[103]. - Profit for the period for the six months ended 30 September 2023 was HK$4,769,000, up from HK$3,076,000 in 2022, representing a 55% increase[111]. - The Group's profit and total comprehensive income for the six months ended September 30, 2023, was HK$20,206,000, compared to HK$18,264,000 in the same period of 2022, reflecting an increase of approximately 10.6%[134]. - The total comprehensive income for the period for the three months ended September 30, 2023, was HK$4,122,000, up from HK$3,562,000 in the prior year, indicating a growth of approximately 15.7%[134]. - For the three months ended September 30, 2023, the profit attributable to owners of the Company was HK$5,014,000, compared to HK$3,837,000 for the same period in 2022, representing a 30.6% increase[136]. Revenue Segments - The Group's revenue is derived from multiple business segments, including OEM, retail, money lending, financial education, property investment, and private supplementary education[25]. - The Group's OEM business includes product design, raw materials sourcing, manufacturing, and quality control management[25]. - The apparel retail business segment focuses on high-end fashion and cashmere apparel through its retail network in Hong Kong[25]. - The money lending business segment provides financing to customers for interest income[25]. - The Group's financial education segment offers courses for tuition fees, contributing to its overall revenue[25]. - The Money Lending Business generated interest income of approximately HK$1.7 million for the six months ended 30 September 2023, with expectations of a decline in loan demand due to a worsening business environment in Hong Kong[32]. - The Financial Quotient and Investment Education Business achieved revenue of approximately HK$99.0 million, representing an increase of approximately 23.8% compared to approximately HK$80.0 million for the same period last year[32]. - The Private Supplemental Education Business generated revenue of approximately HK$31.8 million, marking an increase of approximately 61.4% compared to approximately HK$19.7 million for the same period last year[40]. Assets and Liabilities - Consolidated total assets as of 30 September 2023 were approximately HK$422.7 million, while consolidated total liabilities were approximately HK$121.9 million[67]. - Total current assets increased to HK$207,342,000 as of September 30, 2023, from HK$162,451,000 as of March 31, 2023, reflecting a growth of 27.6%[138]. - Cash and cash equivalents rose significantly to HK$71,739,000 as of September 30, 2023, compared to HK$48,599,000 as of March 31, 2023, marking an increase of 47.6%[138]. - Net current assets improved to HK$139,666,000 as of September 30, 2023, up from HK$91,225,000 as of March 31, 2023, representing a 53.1% increase[140]. - Non-current assets decreased slightly to HK$215,326,000 as of September 30, 2023, from HK$217,147,000 as of March 31, 2023, a decline of 0.8%[138]. - Total assets less current liabilities increased to HK$354,992,000 as of September 30, 2023, compared to HK$308,372,000 as of March 31, 2023, reflecting a growth of 15.1%[140]. - Trade and other receivables rose to HK$68,377,000 as of September 30, 2023, from HK$58,705,000 as of March 31, 2023, indicating a growth of 16.5%[138]. - The Company maintained goodwill at HK$177,764,000 as of both September 30, 2023, and March 31, 2023, showing stability in this asset category[138]. Expenses and Costs - Total employee benefits expenses for the six months ended 30 September 2023 amounted to HK$27,127,000, a 52% increase from HK$17,880,000 in 2022[115]. - Selling and distribution expenses for the six months ended September 30, 2023, were HK$8,471,000, compared to HK$4,041,000 in the same period of 2022, marking an increase of approximately 109.5%[134]. - The administrative and other expenses for the six months ended September 30, 2023, were HK$42,130,000, down from HK$44,416,000 in the same period of 2022, indicating a decrease of about 5.1%[134]. - Interest on lease liabilities for the six months ended September 30, 2023 was HK$171,000, compared to HK$122,000 in 2022, reflecting a 40% increase[108]. - Other borrowings interest for the six months ended September 30, 2023 was HK$25,000, up from HK$23,000 in 2022, showing an 8.7% increase[108]. Strategic Focus and Future Plans - The Group will continue to monitor consumer behavior closely and implement promotional campaigns for the Retail Business, despite the adverse impacts from the coronavirus outbreak[45]. - The Group plans to expand the Money Lending Business with a prudent and balanced risk management approach[46]. - The Group aims to invest resources to expand market share and broaden the customer base in the Financial Quotient and Investment Education Business[47]. - The Group is actively seeking opportunities for asset appreciation and cash flow return in the property market within Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region[47]. - The OEM business will focus on expanding the customer base by diversifying service offerings, despite a downturn in the garment sector[29]. - The Group has adopted a prudent approach in restructuring its Retail Business sales network to minimize operating costs while adapting to the shift towards online shopping[36]. - The Board is optimistic about the demand for private tutorial classes, believing that this new business will enhance the Company's financial performance and shareholder value[60]. Compliance and Governance - The Directors confirmed that the information contained in the report is accurate and complete in all material respects, ensuring transparency and reliability for stakeholders[126]. - The Group has obtained the "Certificate of Provisional Registration of A School" for its education centers, indicating compliance with local regulations[40]. - The interim financial statements are presented in Hong Kong dollars (HK$), which is the functional currency of the Company[177]. - The Group's interim financial statements for the six months ended September 30, 2023, are prepared in accordance with the same accounting policies as the 2023 Annual Report[174].
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