Core Viewpoint - Hong Kong Investment Management Company (HKIMC), known as the "Hong Kong version of Temasek," reported its first annual report, showing an investment income of HKD 2.345 billion for 2024, with an operating profit of HKD 2.252 billion after deducting operating expenses of HKD 93 million [2][11]. Financial Performance - Investment income for the year ending December 31, 2024, was HKD 2,345 million - Operating expenses totaled HKD 93 million, which included: - Employee and related costs: HKD 43 million - Legal and professional fees: HKD 19 million - Other operating expenses: HKD 18 million - Depreciation: HKD 13 million - Operating profit reached HKD 2,252 million [4][11]. Investment Strategy - 62% of the capital was allocated to projects in mainland China, 34% in Hong Kong, and 4% in other regions [5][7]. - By investment theme, hard technology accounted for 71%, life sciences for 13%, and renewable and green technology for 11%, with other themes making up 5% [8]. - 69% of the funds were directed towards growth-stage companies, 21% towards mature companies, and 10% towards early-stage companies [10]. Market Impact - The investments made by HKIMC have created over 6,400 jobs in Hong Kong and leased 268,000 square meters of office space, while also registering 109 intellectual properties in the region [10]. - The company has seen two of its portfolio companies go public, with over ten others having submitted or preparing to submit IPO applications, including five unicorns prior to their listings [10]. Leadership and Compensation - The average annual salary for employees at the director level or above was HKD 4.7 million, with the CEO's salary being HKD 7.2 million [11].