Financial Performance - The company recorded unaudited revenue of approximately HKD 9,458,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2023, representing an increase of about 7.3% compared to HKD 8,818,000 for the same period in 2022[4] - The unaudited loss attributable to the owners of the company for the same period was approximately HKD 5,423,000, a decrease from HKD 8,229,000 in the prior year[4] - The basic loss per share for the three months ended March 31, 2023, was HKD 0.0417, compared to HKD 0.0777 for the same period in 2022[4] - The gross loss for the period was HKD 639,000, an improvement from a gross loss of HKD 1,201,000 in the previous year[7] - Other income for the period was HKD 715,000, compared to HKD 347,000 in the same period last year[7] - The total comprehensive loss for the period was HKD 8,384,000, slightly improved from HKD 8,981,000 in the prior year[9] - The company did not recommend any interim dividend for the three months ended March 31, 2023[4] - The company experienced a foreign exchange loss of HKD 2,985,000 during the period, compared to a loss of HKD 183,000 in the previous year[9] Revenue Breakdown - For the three months ended March 31, 2023, the group's revenue was HKD 10,173,000, an increase of 11.1% compared to HKD 9,165,000 for the same period in 2022[19] - Distribution business revenue reached HKD 9,054,000, up 20.4% from HKD 7,527,000 in the previous year[19] - The distribution business reported revenue of approximately HKD 9,054,000, representing an increase of about 20.3% from HKD 7,527,000 in the previous year[30] - The loan service segment reported revenue of approximately HKD 44,000, a decrease of about 6.4% from HKD 47,000 in the previous year[33] Financial Position - The company’s total equity as of March 31, 2023, was HKD 29,366,000, down from HKD 34,184,000 at the end of the previous year[11] - The company's cash and cash equivalents as of March 31, 2023, were approximately HKD 515,000, down from HKD 1,161,000 as of December 31, 2022[38] - The net asset value of the company as of March 31, 2023, was approximately HKD 92,656,000, an increase from HKD 75,398,000 as of December 31, 2022[38] Operational Strategies - The company continues to focus on its operational strategies and risk management in the GEM market, which is characterized by higher investment risks[1] - The group operates primarily in one-stop value chain services, property investment, distribution business, lending services, and financial services[14] - The group is focusing on expanding its distribution business for food and beverages, targeting local and overseas suppliers[57] - The group has experienced a cautious approach towards property investments due to geopolitical tensions and global pessimism[56] - The performance of the financial services business has been poor, leading the board to decide to reduce this segment and reallocate resources to more promising areas[61] Investment and Financing - The company acquired additional equity interests in a subsidiary in Shenzhen, China, for a cash consideration of HKD 55,000,000[41] - The company’s investment strategy focuses on securities with growth potential to enhance capital appreciation and diversify its investment portfolio[35] - The group has outstanding payments of HKD 13,962,302 related to a transaction with Wealth Management, with a total payment obligation of HKD 55,000,000[42] - The group has provided financial guarantees for a loan of RMB 13,000,000 at an annual interest rate of 8%[46] - As of March 31, 2023, the group's capital commitments amounted to approximately HKD 43,649,000[47] - The group has secured margin financing of approximately HKD 4,886,000 against investments as of March 31, 2023[45] Legal and Regulatory Matters - The company has faced a civil lawsuit with a total claim of approximately RMB 1,964,000, while also filing a counterclaim of RMB 980,000[43] - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, has reviewed the group's unaudited consolidated financial performance for the three months ending March 31, 2023[69] Economic Outlook - The Hong Kong economy is expected to improve significantly in Q1 2023, driven by inbound tourism and domestic demand[53] - The board anticipates an increase in loan demand from individual and corporate clients due to the current economic environment, but also acknowledges a potential rise in default risk[60] - The group has been actively managing its resources across different segments to optimize investment returns amid economic challenges[53]
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