Financial Performance - Total revenue recognized for the six months ended 30 September 2023 was approximately HK$107.8 million, compared to HK$104.3 million for the same period in 2022, representing a year-on-year increase of approximately 2.4%[17] - The Group reported a net profit of approximately HK$1.1 million for the six months ended 30 September 2023, compared to a net loss of approximately HK$2.7 million for the same period in 2022[12] - Earnings per share for the six months ended 30 September 2023 was HK$0.06, compared to a loss per share of HK$0.14 for the same period in 2022[17] - For the six months ended September 30, 2023, the Group reported a total comprehensive income of HK$1,139,000, compared to a loss of HK$1,139,000 in the previous period[97] - Profit before taxation for the six months ended September 30, 2023, was HK$1,139,000, compared to a loss of HK$2,719,000 in the same period of 2022[155] Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from façade works was HK$73.7 million, accounting for 68.3% of total revenue, while building metal finishing works generated HK$34.1 million, representing 31.7%[32] - Revenue for the period is derived from long-term contracts for design, supply, and installation services for façade works and building metal finishing works, primarily from fixed-price contracts with clients in Hong Kong[111][119] - The Group's performance in public facilities showed a significant increase in revenue, contributing HK$51.5 million, up from HK$34.7 million in the previous year, representing a growth of 48.3%[65] - Revenue from design, supply, and installation services for façade works and building metal finishing was HK$107,796,000 in 2023, slightly up from HK$104,282,000 in 2022[137] Cost and Profitability - The Group's gross profit margin improved significantly from approximately -1.7% for the six months ended 30 September 2022 to approximately 86.8% for the six months ended 30 September 2023[11] - Gross profit rose from approximately HK$7.1 million for the six months ended 30 September 2022 to approximately HK$12.1 million for the six months ended 30 September 2023, representing an increase of approximately HK$5.0 million[48] - The gross profit margin improved from approximately 6.8% to approximately 11.3% during the same period, attributed to enhanced project cost control and contributions from several higher-margin projects[48] - The increase in gross profit margin is attributed to the enhancement of project cost control and contributions from newly awarded projects with higher margins[67] Expenses and Costs Management - Operating and administrative expenses decreased from approximately HK$11.5 million for the six months ended 30 September 2022 to approximately HK$10.7 million for the six months ended 30 September 2023, a reduction of approximately 6.6%[12] - Total staff costs increased to HK$17,590,000 in 2023 from HK$15,240,000 in 2022, representing a growth of approximately 15.4%[130] Assets and Liabilities - Current assets increased to HK$169.5 million as of 30 September 2023, up from HK$155.6 million as of 31 March 2023[18] - Net current assets rose to HK$115.4 million as of 30 September 2023, compared to HK$110.6 million as of 31 March 2023[18] - The company's net assets increased to HK$123.6 million as of 30 September 2023, up from HK$122.5 million as of 31 March 2023[20] - Trade and other receivables decreased to HK$11.4 million as of 30 September 2023, down from HK$16.5 million as of 31 March 2023[18] - Contract assets increased to HK$85.9 million as of 30 September 2023, compared to HK$79.3 million as of 31 March 2023[18] - The Group's total assets increased from HK$122,461,000 at the beginning of the period to HK$123,600,000 by the end of the period, showing a modest growth of 0.9%[97] Cash Flow and Financing - Net cash from operating activities increased to HK$14,525,000, up from HK$2,950,000 in the same period last year, representing a growth of approximately 392%[102] - The Group's cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were HK$69,307,000, an increase of 40.6% from HK$49,411,000 at the end of the previous period[102] - The Group's operations are primarily financed through cash flows generated from operations and bank borrowings[51] - The Group's total bank borrowings amounted to approximately HK$43.5 million, with a gearing ratio of approximately 20.7%, down from 23.5% as of 31 March 2023[70] Market Outlook and Strategy - The construction market remains competitive, with local property developers expected to continue stringent budget controls, putting pressure on profit margins[3] - The Group plans to maintain a prudent approach to bidding for new projects and continue implementing cost control measures to manage underlying risks[3] - Future opportunities in Hong Kong's construction industry are anticipated, driven by government commitments to land and housing supply and the development of the Northern Metropolis[3] Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The company did not declare any interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2023, consistent with the previous year[154] - No diluted earnings per share are presented as the Group has no potential ordinary shares in issue during both periods[179] Compliance and Governance - The financial statements are unaudited, reflecting preliminary figures that may be subject to change[196] - The interim report for 2023 highlights the company's ongoing commitment to transparency and financial accountability[197]
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