Financial Performance - Alliance International Group recorded revenue of approximately RMB 441 million and total comprehensive income of approximately RMB 227 million for the nine months ended 30 September 2023[1]. - Imperial Pacific Group reported revenue of nil and total comprehensive loss of approximately HK$ 1,087 million for the year ended 31 December 2021[5]. - Virtual Mind Group achieved revenue of approximately HK$ 32 million and total comprehensive loss of approximately HK$ 24 million for the period ended 30 June 2023[5]. - Bank of Qingdao Group recorded revenue of approximately RMB 17,361 million and total comprehensive income of approximately RMB 3,777 million for the nine months ended 30 September 2023[5]. - Wealthink Group reported revenue of approximately HK$ 469 million and total comprehensive income of approximately HK$ 27 million for the year ended 31 March 2023[5]. - Grand Ocean Group recorded revenue of approximately HK$82 million and total comprehensive income of approximately HK$33 million for the period ended 30 June 2023[7]. - HG Semiconductor Group reported revenue of approximately RMB46 million and total comprehensive loss of approximately RMB54 million for the period ended 30 June 2023[8]. - Asia Energy Group achieved revenue of approximately HK$78 million and total comprehensive loss of approximately HK$1 million for the period ended 30 June 2023[9]. - Total revenue for the period was approximately HK$113 million, a decrease from approximately HK$161 million in 2022[68]. - Revenue from money lending, asset management, and securities brokerage decreased by approximately HK$14 million, primarily due to a decrease in loan receivables and transaction volumes[69]. - The Group recorded a total comprehensive loss of approximately HK$324 million for the period ended 30 June 2023[130]. - The group incurred a loss of approximately HK$250 million for the period, compared to a loss of approximately HK$4 million in 2022[113]. Shareholding Information - As of 30 September 2023, the Group held approximately 28 million shares of Alliance International[1]. - As of 30 September 2023, the Group held approximately 203 million shares of Imperial Pacific[5]. - As of 30 September 2023, the Group held approximately 284 million shares of Virtual Mind[5]. - As of 30 September 2023, the Group held approximately 13 million shares of Bank of Qingdao[5]. - As of 30 September 2023, the Group held approximately 29.8 million shares of Wealthink[5]. - The Group held approximately 60 million shares of Grand Ocean and approximately 1.5 million shares of HG Semiconductor as of 30 September 2023[7][8]. Fair Value Losses - A fair value loss of approximately HK$176 million was recorded during the period, compared to a loss of approximately HK$68 million in 2022[10]. - A fair value loss of approximately HK$55 million was recognized for investment properties, up from approximately HK$9 million in 2022[11]. - The Group recorded a fair value loss of approximately HK$176 million on its investment portfolio, compared to a loss of approximately HK$68 million in 2022[77]. Credit Losses and Financial Management - The Group recognized an allowance for expected credit losses on financial assets of approximately HK$1 million, down from approximately HK$48 million in 2022[20]. - The provision for expected credit loss of loan receivables recognized for the six months ended 30 September 2023 is HK$6 million, a significant decrease from HK$52 million in the same period of 2022[42]. - The expected credit loss (ECL) rate for loans receivable ranged from 19% to 61%, an increase from 7% to 61% as of March 31, 2023, reflecting changes in default risk assessments[76]. - The Group's loan portfolio is closely monitored, with independent reviews conducted to assess overdue balances and repayment schedules[54]. Expenses and Costs - Finance costs increased to approximately HK$72 million during the period, compared to approximately HK$43 million in 2022[22]. - Administrative expenses were approximately HK$60 million, a decrease from approximately HK$62 million in 2022, mainly due to cost-saving measures[15]. - The financing cost for the period was approximately HK$72 million, an increase from HK$43 million in the previous year[127]. Rental Income and Property Management - Rental income from investment properties contributed approximately HK$26 million, down from approximately HK$29 million in 2022, with a fair value loss on investment properties of approximately HK$55 million compared to HK$9 million in 2022[81]. - The Group's leasing business saw a rental income of approximately HK$68 million, down from approximately HK$83 million in 2022, attributed to the completion of several large construction projects[70]. - The decrease in rental income was primarily due to the completion of some major construction projects in 2023[84]. Loan Management and Risk Assessment - The company assesses the necessity and value of collateral for each loan on a case-by-case basis, considering factors such as repayment history and financial condition of the borrower[49]. - The management team possesses over 10 years of experience in corporate and banking industries, enhancing the company's risk management capabilities[36]. - The company has adopted HKFRS 9 for assessing expected credit losses, which includes evaluating the probability of default and the value of pledged collaterals[42]. - The designated loan officer monitors overdue balances and collaborates with the risk management department for timely recovery actions[53]. - The company has a structured process for loan approval involving designated loan officers and risk management department reviews[32]. - The company complies with all relevant laws and regulations regarding money lending, ensuring adherence to the Listing Rules[38]. Capital Structure and Borrowings - As of September 30, 2023, the Group's current assets were approximately HK$1,446 million, down from HK$2,297 million as of 31 March 2023[146]. - The Group's current liabilities were approximately HK$2,286 million as of 30 September 2023, compared to HK$2,855 million as of 31 March 2023[146]. - The Group's borrowings totaled approximately HK$1,006 million at fixed interest rates and HK$706 million at floating interest rates[150]. - Approximately 99% of the Group's borrowings are secured by investment properties, corporate note receivables, property, plant and equipment, financial assets, and bank deposits[149]. - As of September 30, 2023, the Group's total borrowings amounted to HK$2,799 million, with net debts of HK$2,658 million and total equity of HK$2,233 million, resulting in a gearing ratio of 54%[167]. - The Group's capital structure as of September 30, 2023, showed a total capital of HK$4,891 million, down from HK$5,251 million as of March 31, 2023[167]. Workforce and Operations - The Group had 142 employees as of September 30, 2023, down from 153 employees as of March 31, 2023, indicating a reduction in workforce[178]. - The Group continues to diversify into financial services, property leasing, property development, and construction machinery businesses[27]. Strategic Developments - On October 17, 2023, Inner Mongolia Yitai Coal Company Limited became a major shareholder of Hao Tian Instruction Construction Investment Group Limited, indicating a strategic investment move[156]. - The Group has property development projects in Cambodia and Malaysia, with a project in Malaysia covering 267,500 square meters, still in the preliminary stage[62][79]. Compliance and Governance - The Group has complied with all relevant laws and regulations regarding its money lending business, with no objections or investigations received during the period[58][73]. - The Group did not recommend an interim dividend for the period, consistent with the previous year[180]. - There were no significant or important events affecting the business of the Group after the balance sheet date[190]. - The Group did not make any material acquisitions or disposals of subsidiaries and associates during the Period[198].
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