Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-08-25 04:36Core Viewpoint - Kintor Group (00148) reported a strong performance for the first half of 2025, with significant growth in revenue and profit driven by robust demand in the electronics market, particularly in AI-related products [1] Financial Performance - Revenue for the period was approximately HKD 21.608 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 6% [1] - Profit attributable to shareholders was around HKD 2.582 billion, showing a substantial year-on-year growth of 71% [1] - Basic earnings per share were HKD 2.329, with an interim dividend of HKD 0.69 per share [1] Market Demand and Product Performance - The overall demand in the electronics market was strong, with rapid development in high-end sectors such as AI [1] - Emerging electronic products related to AI saw particularly strong demand, boosting the sales of copper-clad laminate and printed circuit board products [1] - Both segments experienced profit growth compared to the same period last year [1] Investment Business - The investment business segment also reported profit growth compared to the previous year [1] - The company's competitive advantages stem from its vertically integrated supply chain and diversified business portfolio [1] - The efforts of Kintor's team contributed to achieving over HKD 2.5 billion in net profit [1]