Core Viewpoint - The company, Banel International Energy (08132), anticipates a significant loss for the six months ending September 30, 2025, estimated between HKD 8 million to HKD 13 million, compared to a loss of approximately HKD 10.2 million in the same period of 2024 [1] Summary by Relevant Categories Financial Performance - The expected loss for the current period is primarily attributed to several factors, including a decline in gross profit from HKD 3.45 million in the previous year to approximately HKD 0.1 million this year due to intense competition in the natural gas trading business, price fluctuations, and high transportation costs [1] - A one-time inventory impairment of approximately HKD 2.5 million has led to an increase in cost of sales, further contributing to the decline in gross profit [1] - Financial expenses have risen from approximately HKD 3.48 million in the previous year to about HKD 4.39 million this year, mainly due to an increase in the total loan scale [1] Operational Challenges - Despite a decrease in revenue from the natural gas trading business compared to the previous year, the overall sales expense ratio has not decreased, primarily due to sales expenses being mainly generated from the electrical wire business [1]
百能国际能源发盈警 预计中期股东应占亏损约800万至1300万港元