Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2023, the Group recorded a consolidated revenue of approximately HK$176 million, representing a 22% increase from HK$144 million in the same period last year [12]. - The gross profit increased by 55% to approximately HK$31 million, up from HK$20 million in the previous year, with a gross margin of 17% compared to 14% in 2022 [16]. - The Group recorded a loss before tax of approximately HK$56 million for the period, a significant improvement from a loss of HK$179 million in 2022 [28]. - The Group's basic and diluted loss per share improved to (0.94) HK cents, a 69% reduction from (2.99) HK cents in the previous year [12]. - Loss for the period decreased to HK$54,432,000, compared to HK$172,727,000 in the same period last year, reflecting a reduction of 68.5% [150]. - The total comprehensive loss attributable to owners of the Company was HK$57,758,000, down from HK$212,230,000 in 2022 [150]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from property development projects increased significantly to approximately HK$89 million, compared to HK$35 million in the last corresponding period [15]. - Revenue from the printing business decreased to approximately HK$84 million, down from HK$106 million, due to soft demand caused by high inflation in Europe and the USA [15]. - For the six months ended September 30, 2023, total revenue was HK$175,981,000, with segment revenues of HK$88,887,000 from property development, HK$83,628,000 from printing, and HK$3,466,000 from property investment [197]. Asset and Liability Management - Total assets decreased by 14% to approximately HK$868 million as of 30 September 2023, down from HK$1,004 million on 31 March 2023 [31]. - Shareholders' funds decreased by 22% to HK$208 million from HK$265 million as of March 31, 2023 [12]. - The Group's net current liabilities increased to approximately HK$156 million, with a current ratio of 0.74 times as of 30 September 2023 [31]. - The Group's bank and other borrowings totaled approximately HK$172 million, with a gearing ratio of 0.83, up from 0.71 as of March 31, 2023 [67]. Operational Challenges - A provision for impairment of stock of properties was charged at approximately HK$38 million, down from HK$153 million in the previous year, reflecting ongoing liquidity issues in the property market [17]. - The overall real estate market in Mainland China experienced a year-on-year drop in contracted residential property sales, prompting developers to offer discounts to stimulate sales [17]. - The property development segment reported an operating loss of approximately HK$41 million, reduced from HK$162 million in 2022, with revenue generated from residential unit deliveries amounting to approximately HK$52 million [37]. Cash Flow and Financing - The net cash inflow from operating activities was approximately HK$23 million, a turnaround from a net cash outflow of approximately HK$20 million in 2022 [32]. - The Group's cash and cash equivalents increased to approximately HK$42 million from HK$37 million as of March 31, 2023 [68]. - The Group plans to seek alternative financing and bank borrowing to settle existing financial obligations and future capital expenditures [175]. Market Outlook and Strategy - The management remains cautiously optimistic about growth opportunities in the global book printing and paper packaging markets, implementing risk management strategies [50]. - The Group remains cautiously optimistic about the property investment business, focusing on long-term investments to provide stable income [58]. - Looking ahead to 2024, inflation and interest rates are expected to remain high, with global economic growth projected to slow down [72]. Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2023, Qingda Developments Limited holds 1,905,583,473 ordinary shares, representing approximately 32.97% of the Company [85]. - The Share Option Scheme allows for the issuance of 577,919,666 ordinary shares, which is approximately 10% of the issued share capital as of the report date [98]. - The Board resolved not to recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2023, consistent with the previous year [108]. Corporate Governance - The Company has adhered to all code provisions of the Corporate Governance Code throughout the six months ended September 30, 2023 [126][129]. - The audit committee reviewed the unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial information for the six months ended September 30, 2023, discussing risk management and financial reporting matters [134][139].
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