Financial Performance - For the six months ended 30 September 2023, the company reported a net loss of HK$27,695,000 compared to a profit of HK$12,431,000 in the same period last year[4]. - For the six months ended 30 September 2023, the Group recorded a loss attributable to equity holders of approximately HK$27.7 million, compared to a profit of approximately HK$12.4 million for the same period in 2022[41]. - Basic loss per share for the six months ended 30 September 2023 was HK$6.71, compared to earnings of HK$3.65 per share for the same period in 2022[43]. - The Group reported a loss on listed investments of approximately HK$26.7 million, which included a net realized loss of approximately HK$5.0 million and a net unrealized loss of approximately HK$21.9 million[102]. - The Group's cash and cash equivalents decreased to approximately HK$6.2 million as of 30 September 2023, compared to approximately HK$27.6 million as of 31 March 2023[110]. Equity and Assets - Total equity decreased to HK$168,936,000 as of 30 September 2023, down from HK$196,631,000 as of 31 March 2023, representing a decline of approximately 14.1%[2]. - The net asset value per share decreased to HK$0.41 from HK$0.48, a decline of approximately 14.6%[2]. - The total assets as of 30 September 2023 were HK$302,869,000, down from HK$373,292,000 as of 31 March 2023, indicating a decrease of approximately 19%[2]. - The unaudited consolidated net assets of the Group as at 30 September 2023 amounted to approximately HK$168.9 million, a decrease from approximately HK$196.6 million as of 31 March 2023[41]. - The investment portfolio's value was approximately HK$160.1 million, primarily consisting of unlisted equity securities, unlisted debt securities, and listed equity securities[53]. Revenue and Income - For the six months ended 30 September 2023, the Group's revenue totaled HK$2,668,000, an increase of 36.5% compared to HK$1,953,000 for the same period in 2022[8]. - Revenue increased by approximately 36%, from HK$1.95 million for the six months ended 30 September 2022 to approximately HK$2.67 million for the same period in 2023[41]. - Dividend income from equity investments at fair value through profit or loss was HK$220,000, up 77.4% from HK$124,000 in the previous year[8]. - Interest income from debt investments increased to HK$1,626,000, representing a growth of 20.3% from HK$1,352,000 in 2022[8]. - Interest income from other receivables rose to HK$822,000, a 72.2% increase compared to HK$477,000 in the prior year[8]. Expenses and Costs - Total directors' remuneration for the period was HK$510,000, a decrease from HK$1,409,000 in the previous year[15]. - Total staff costs, excluding directors' remuneration, were HK$476,000, significantly lower than HK$3,884,000 in the same period last year[15]. - Administrative expenses for the six months ended 30 September 2023 were approximately HK$3.27 million, a decrease from HK$6.93 million in the previous year[43]. - Total employee cost for the review period was approximately HK$500,000, a significant decrease from approximately HK$3.9 million in 2022, primarily due to the absence of share-based payments during the period[152]. Investments and Strategy - The Group's investments included HK$105.9 million in listed equities and HK$6.6 million in unlisted equities as of 30 September 2023[39]. - The Group aims to expand its margin financing business by leveraging the extensive social networks of its experienced employees and new hires[93]. - The Group's investment strategy will continue to focus on the healthcare sector to seek sustainable returns amid increasing health awareness[97]. - The Group plans to explore investment opportunities in the healthcare sector to ensure sustainable returns[118]. - The Group will continue to monitor the performance of WLS and adjust its investment strategy as necessary, aligning with the Hong Kong Government's development plan[57]. Cash Flow and Financing - The company reported net cash used in operating activities of HK$21,402,000 for the period, compared to net cash generated of HK$7,092,000 in the previous year[5]. - The Group did not generate any cash from investing activities during the period[5]. - The gearing ratio increased to 3.3% as of 30 September 2023, up from 2.6% as of 31 March 2023, indicating a slight increase in leverage[110]. - The Group's margin payables related to listed investments amounted to HK$27,800,000 as of September 30, 2023, compared to HK$18,200,000 as of March 31, 2023[160]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The Group complied with the Code on Corporate Governance Practices throughout the six months ended September 30, 2023[163]. - The Company confirmed compliance with the public float requirement of the Listing Rules for the six months ended 30 September 2023[139]. - The Group did not have any significant contingent liabilities as of 30 September 2023[138]. Market and Economic Outlook - Hong Kong is expected to continue recovering economic growth in 2023, benefiting from the rebound in inbound tourism and personal consumption[64][89]. - The U.S.-China financial tensions may prompt more mainland companies to consider listing in Hong Kong, bringing in more capital inflow[65][90]. - The Group's management emphasizes a prudent approach in managing its investment portfolio amid high geopolitical risks and market uncertainties[130].
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