Revenue Sources - Revenue from advertising and marketing services amounted to approximately HKD 26,800,000, accounting for about 69.8% of the total revenue[8] - Interest income from lending services reached approximately HKD 11,300,000, representing about 29.5% of the total revenue[10] - Commission and brokerage income from the securities brokerage business totaled approximately HKD 300,000, making up about 0.7% of the total revenue[9] - Revenue from advertising services and sales of books and magazines for the year ended December 31, 2023, is approximately HKD 26.8 million, a decrease of 46.6% from HKD 50.2 million in 2022[23] - Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, was HKD 38,379,000, a decrease of 47.5% compared to HKD 73,163,000 in 2022[150] Financial Performance - The overall gross profit margin for the year ended December 31, 2023, is approximately 29.3%, down from 56.4% in 2022, attributed to a decrease in the contribution from high-margin business segments[23] - The company recorded a fair value gain of approximately HKD 12.1 million on trading investments for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to a fair value loss of HKD 30.7 million in 2022[23] - Administrative expenses increased by approximately 88.2% to HKD 42.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, from HKD 22.8 million in 2022, primarily due to increased employee costs and legal fees[24] - The loss attributable to owners of the company decreased by approximately 71.8% to HKD 23.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 82.5 million in 2022[25] - The company reported a pre-tax loss of HKD 40,465,000, an improvement from a loss of HKD 87,294,000 in 2022[150] - Net loss for the year was HKD 37,397,000, compared to a net loss of HKD 89,263,000 in the prior year, indicating a 58.1% reduction in losses[150] - Total comprehensive loss for the year was HKD 33,772,000, down from HKD 99,113,000 in the previous year, indicating a significant improvement[152] Loan Portfolio and Credit Risk - The company is focusing on providing secured and unsecured loans to a diverse clientele, primarily sourced from existing customers[12] - Independent credit assessments are conducted before granting loans to evaluate the credit quality of potential borrowers[13] - The company closely monitors its loan portfolio to minimize credit risk, with monthly reports provided to the board[14] - The company has implemented structured procedures for handling overdue payments, including reminders and potential legal action after six months of delinquency[14] - As of December 31, 2023, the total loan portfolio amounts to approximately HKD 118.6 million, with secured loans at HKD 84.9 million and unsecured loans at HKD 33.7 million[15] - The expected credit loss and impairment loss for the year ended December 31, 2023, are approximately HKD 25.5 million and HKD 8.1 million, respectively, showing a decrease from HKD 35.3 million and HKD 42.8 million in 2022[16] Business Strategy and Development - The company aims to diversify its revenue sources by expanding into digital media marketing services and multi-channel network (MCN) operations since 2020[8] - The company aims to strengthen its financial business and actively develop its advertising business, particularly in digital media marketing and MCN services[19] - The company is actively seeking to enhance its flexibility in response to changing market conditions through the development of its lending services[10] Equity and Shareholder Information - The total equity of the company as of December 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 181,400,000, a decrease from HKD 205,600,000 in 2022, primarily due to a loss of HKD 37,400,000[39] - As of December 31, 2023, the company had no distributable reserves available for shareholders[103] - The company does not recommend the payment of dividends for the year ended December 31, 2023, maintaining financial resources for future business development[26] - The company raised approximately HKD 531,130,000 through a public offering, with a net amount of about HKD 518,270,000 after expenses[28] Governance and Compliance - The company’s governance practices comply with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange's corporate governance code, with some deviations noted[49] - The board of directors is responsible for preparing the financial statements in accordance with statutory requirements and applicable accounting standards[80] - The company has established appropriate policies and monitoring measures to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and effective risk management[73] - The external auditor, KPMG, is responsible for evaluating the adequacy of risk management and internal control systems[76] - The company has maintained a directors' liability insurance policy to provide appropriate protection against legal actions[114] Employee and Board Information - The company employed 70 staff members as of December 31, 2023, an increase from 46 in 2022[44] - The board of directors includes six executive directors and three independent non-executive directors, with changes in the board composition expected in early 2024[106][108] - The company recognizes employees as valuable assets and provides competitive compensation to attract and retain talent, regularly reviewing remuneration practices[124] Market and Economic Outlook - The outlook for 2024 indicates continued global economic recovery, but challenges remain due to geopolitical tensions and economic indicators suggesting potential difficulties ahead[19] Risk Management - The company has faced risks related to regulatory approvals for advertising licenses and exclusive advertising rights, which could impact its business outlook[125] - The company has not encountered any significant non-compliance with applicable laws and regulations that would materially affect its operations during the year[123] Financial Reporting and Audit - The financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2023, were audited by KPMG, confirming that they fairly represent the financial position and performance of the group[130][134] - The group recognizes revenue upon the transfer of control of goods or services to customers at the fulfillment of performance obligations[178] - The group applies the equity method for investments in associates and joint ventures, adjusting the carrying amount for the group's share of profits or losses[173]
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