Core Viewpoint - Powell Max Limited reported a significant increase in net loss for the six months ended June 30, 2025, primarily due to rising general and administrative expenses and selling and distribution expenses, despite a modest revenue growth of 5.3% compared to the same period in 2024 [5][9]. Financial Performance - Revenue increased by 5.3% from HK$22.7 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, to HK$23.9 million (US$3.1 million) for the same period in 2025, driven by HK$1.5 million (US$0.2 million) revenue from Miracle Media following its acquisition [2]. - General and administrative expenses surged by 4.9 times from HK$6.0 million in 2024 to HK$29.4 million (US$3.8 million) in 2025, attributed to increased staffing and expenses related to the acquisition of Miracle Media, issuance expenses, and higher professional fees [3]. - Selling and distribution expenses rose by 10.0% from HK$3.0 million in 2024 to HK$3.3 million (US$0.4 million) in 2025, mainly due to an expanded sales team and increased business development and marketing costs [4]. - The net loss for the period ended June 30, 2025, was HK$20.4 million (US$2.6 million), a stark contrast to the net profit of HK$0.8 million in the same period of 2024 [5][9]. - Basic and diluted loss per share was HK$1.07 (US$0.14) for the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to a basic and diluted earnings per share of HK$0.06 for the same period in 2024 [6]. Company Overview - Powell Max Limited is a financial communications services provider based in Hong Kong, offering a range of services that support capital market compliance and transaction needs for corporate clients [7]. - The company operates through its subsidiaries, JAN Financial Press Limited and Miracle Media, with its financial reporting conducted in Hong Kong dollars [8].
Powell Max Limited Announces First Half 2025 Unaudited Financial Results