Financial Performance - The Group recorded revenue of approximately HK$67.4 million for the six months ended 31 December 2023, representing an increase of approximately 39.5% compared to approximately HK$48.3 million for the corresponding period in 2022[5]. - The Group reported a loss of approximately HK$16.1 million for the six months ended 31 December 2023, compared to a loss of approximately HK$5.9 million in 2022[5]. - The loss before tax for the period was HK$15,229,000, compared to a loss of HK$5,872,000 in the previous year, indicating a significant increase in losses[126]. - The total comprehensive expense for the period amounted to HK$16,062,000, which is a substantial increase from HK$5,872,000 in the prior year[126]. - The loss attributable to owners of the Company for the Period was approximately HK$16.5 million, an increase from approximately HK$6.5 million in 2022, with loss per share at HK cents 2.73 compared to HK cents 1.08 in 2022[80]. - The Group's financial performance reflects ongoing challenges, with a significant increase in losses year-over-year, necessitating a review of operational strategies[192]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from primary tutoring services, skill courses, and test preparation courses was approximately HK$14.9 million, an increase of approximately 14.6% from approximately HK$13.0 million in the same period of 2022[11]. - Revenue from gaming product sales increased significantly to approximately HK$49.6 million, compared to approximately HK$30.0 million in 2022[13]. - Revenue from secondary tutoring services increased to approximately HK$0.6 million, or 38.1%, compared to approximately HK$0.4 million in the corresponding period in 2022[63]. - Revenue from the trading of gaming products increased to approximately HK$49.6 million, or 65.3%, compared to approximately HK$30.0 million in the corresponding period in 2022[70]. - Revenue from VR product sales and related services was approximately HK$1.2 million, a decrease from approximately HK$3.5 million in 2022[13]. - Revenue from STEAM education services was approximately HK$0.7 million, down from approximately HK$0.9 million in 2022[13]. Expenses and Costs - Staff costs increased to approximately HK$15.2 million during the Period from approximately HK$13.4 million for the corresponding period in 2022, mainly due to an increase in headcount[66]. - Other operating expenses decreased by approximately HK$0.8 million or 15.8% compared to the corresponding period in 2022, mainly due to a decrease in various operating expenses[77]. - The Group recorded loan interest income from the money lending business of approximately HK$1.0 million, representing an increase of approximately 11.1% compared to approximately HK$0.9 million in the corresponding period in 2022[64]. - The Group's marketing expenses decreased slightly to approximately HK$1.7 million during the Period from approximately HK$2.3 million for the corresponding period in 2022[72]. - Tutor contractor fees decreased slightly to approximately HK$1.38 million during the Period from approximately HK$1.44 million for the corresponding period in 2022[71]. Assets and Liabilities - The total loan balance as of December 31, 2023, was HK$26.317 million, with 9 borrowers in total[34]. - The total amount of interest-bearing borrowing decreased to approximately HK$14.0 million as of December 31, 2023, from approximately HK$21.1 million on June 30, 2023[90]. - The total liabilities of the Group as of December 31, 2023, were HK$56,333,000, with segment liabilities for private educational services at HK$14,321,000[166]. - The Group's total balance of cash and cash equivalents as of December 31, 2023, was approximately HK$18.4 million, up from approximately HK$13.9 million on June 30, 2023[89]. - The company's net assets as of December 31, 2023, were HK$106,441,000, down from HK$112,223,000, indicating a decrease of approximately 5.1%[129]. Credit and Loan Management - The Group adopted expected credit loss allowances (ECLs) based on future macroeconomic conditions and borrowers' creditworthiness, considering both quantitative and qualitative historical information[29]. - The five largest loan and interest receivables accounted for approximately HK$22.5 million (84.5%) of total receivables, with the largest customer representing approximately HK$7.1 million (26.6%) [36]. - The maturity profile of loan receivables shows that as of December 31, 2023, HK$4.988 million (0-90 days) and HK$17.025 million (181-365 days) were outstanding [36]. - China Rich conducts ongoing reviews of repayment records and loan portfolios, particularly for past due accounts, and may take legal action if necessary [24]. - The internal credit assessment process includes verification of identity documents, income proof, collateral valuation, and authenticity checks [23]. Investments and Securities - The Group's financial assets at fair value through profit or loss (FVPL) had a fair value of approximately HK$46.0 million as of December 31, 2023, with a loss on change in fair value of approximately HK$8.3 million for the period[38][40]. - Significant investments included Convoy Global Holdings Limited, which accounted for 10.07% of the Group's total assets as of December 31, 2023[41]. - The net unrealized fair value loss for listed equity securities was approximately HK$6.1 million for the period[46]. - The Group disposed of listed equity securities in 12 companies and acquired listed equity securities in 3 companies during the period[38][40]. - The investment in securities segment reported a loss of HK$6,456,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2023[158]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The financial statements were prepared in accordance with HKAS 34 "Interim Financial Reporting," ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards[142]. - The company has not experienced significant changes in accounting policies for the period presented, maintaining consistency with the previous year's audited financial statements[143]. - The Board does not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the period, consistent with the previous year where no dividend was declared[196]. - The Group has not made any provision for Hong Kong Profits Tax for the six months ended December 31, 2023, due to the absence of assessable profits[188]. Future Outlook and Strategy - The Group aims to explore more business sectors and provide professional education support to both retail clients and corporations[87]. - The Group has developed the AI Generative Pre-trained Transformer platform, "EduGPT," to provide AI-powered learning experiences and solutions in the STEAM education sector[82].
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