Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Adjusted revenue reached HKD 4.9 billion, with cash profits of HKD 203 million, despite a net loss attributable to shareholders of HKD 988 million due to non-cash adjustments [3][5][11] - The adjusted gross profit margin increased by 3.6 percentage points to 34.8%, driven mainly by property sales [11][12] - The net gearing ratio improved to 64.9%, down 2.7 percentage points compared to the end of March [6][13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Property development revenue was HKD 3.2 billion, with a profit margin increase from 31.3% to 36.8% [25][26] - Hotel revenue increased by 10% to nearly HKD 1 billion, with significant contributions from the newly opened Dorset Kai Tak [4][35] - Car park revenue decreased by 10% to HKD 343 million, while gaming revenue increased by 11% to HKD 2,018 million [43][45] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported strong sales momentum in Manchester, with prices increasing from GBP 380 to over GBP 580 per sq ft, reflecting over 50% growth [27] - In Hong Kong, the Pavilion Forest project has seen strong sales, with over 700 units sold out of 1,300 [32] - The hotel market in Hong Kong is showing improvement, with occupancy rates trending upwards [35] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to accelerate project completions to optimize cash flow and reduce debt levels, maintaining a robust development pipeline of approximately HKD 62 billion [25][28] - There is a focus on divesting non-core assets and transitioning towards an asset-light business model [8][50] - The company is also looking to enhance its hotel portfolio and expand its presence in key markets [39][40] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the stabilization of the Hong Kong property market and the potential for further sales growth [53][54] - The company is focused on reducing bank loans and improving financial health before addressing perpetual bond issues [60][61] - Future cash flow visibility is strong, with HKD 9.3 billion in pre-sales and contracted sales expected to contribute significantly [49] Other Important Information - The company has entered into agreements to dispose of certain non-core assets, including car parks and hotel interests, to unlock capital for future investments [8][21] - The company is actively involved in community support initiatives following a recent tragedy, demonstrating its commitment to social responsibility [24][56] Q&A Session Summary Question: Any further impairment expected for the Sai Ying Pun project? - Management does not foresee further material impairment, citing recent sales performance and market stabilization [53][54] Question: What is the company's strategy regarding sustainability? - The company is converting more loans to sustainability-focused financing and emphasizes its commitment to social impact through various initiatives [55][56] Question: What are the plans for the perpetual bonds? - The priority remains on reducing bank loans, with no immediate plans for land replenishment unless attractive opportunities arise [60][61]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Adjusted revenue reached HKD 4.9 billion, with cash profits of HKD 203 million, despite a net loss attributable to shareholders of HKD 988 million due to impairment losses [4][6][12] - The adjusted gross profit margin increased by 3.6 percentage points to 34.8%, driven mainly by property sales [12][13] - The net gearing ratio improved to 64.9%, down 2.7 percentage points compared to the end of March [7][14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Property development revenue was HKD 3.2 billion, with a profit margin increase from 31.3% to 36.8% [25][26] - Hotel revenue increased by 9.5% to nearly HKD 1 billion, with occupancy rates improving significantly [36] - Car park revenue decreased by 10% to HKD 343 million, attributed to holding costs [45] - Gaming revenue increased by 11% to HKD 2,018 million, with an adjusted gross profit margin of 42% [46] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported strong sales momentum in Manchester, with prices increasing over 50% in recent years [27] - In London, the Aspen at Consort Place project is expected to benefit from a housing supply shortage [29] - The Melbourne market showed strong performance with Westside Place selling out 1,400 units [31] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to accelerate project completions to optimize cash flow and reduce debt levels, maintaining a robust development pipeline of approximately HKD 62 billion [25][28] - There is a focus on divesting non-core assets and transitioning towards an asset-light business model [52] - The company plans to unlock hotel revaluation surplus and continue to enhance its hotel portfolio [9][23] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the stabilization of the Hong Kong property market and the potential for no further material impairments [55][56] - The company is focused on reducing bank loans and maintaining a healthy financial position, with plans to complete ongoing projects [62][63] - Future cash flow visibility is strong, with HKD 9.3 billion in pre-sales and contracted sales expected to contribute to revenue [51] Other Important Information - The company has entered into agreements to dispose of certain non-core assets, including a car park in Sydney for AUD 3.7 million [9][45] - The company is actively involved in community support following a recent tragedy, demonstrating its commitment to social responsibility [2][24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Is there a risk of further impairment for the Sai Ying Pun project? - Management does not foresee further impairment, citing recent market stabilization and strong sales performance in the Pavilion Forest project [55][56] Question: What is the company's strategy regarding sustainability? - The company is converting loans to sustainability-focused financing and emphasizes its commitment to social impact through various initiatives [57][58] Question: What are the plans for the perpetual bonds? - The priority is on reducing bank loans, with no immediate rush to address the high coupon rates of perpetual bonds [62][63]

Financial Performance - Adjusted revenue was approximately HK$4940 million[15], a decrease of 59% compared to the HK$5248 million in 1H FY2025[21] - Adjusted cash profit was approximately HK$203 million[15], a significant increase from HK$33 million in 1H FY2025[21] - Net loss attributable to shareholders was approximately HK$988 million[15], an increase of 284% compared to the HK$770 million in 1H FY2025[21] - Hotel revenue increased by 96% to approximately HK$1070 million in 1H FY2026, compared to HK$977 million in 1H FY2025[15] - Car park revenue decreased by 97% to approximately HK$343 million, compared to HK$380 million in 1H FY2025[15] - Gaming revenue increased by 114% to approximately HK$218 million, compared to HK$196 million in 1H FY2025[15] Balance Sheet and Debt Management - Net debts decreased by 58% to HK$20247 million as at 30092025, compared to HK$21493 million as at 31032025[16] - Adjusted net gearing ratio decreased to 649% as at 30092025, compared to 676% as at 31032025[16] Property Development - Total cumulative attributable presales and unbooked contracted sales amounted to approximately HK$93 billion[15]

Core Viewpoint - The company has fully transformed into a light-asset urban operation service provider, focusing on smart property management and high-end hotel operations, with continuous improvement in main business profitability and significant optimization of financial structure [1] Group 1 - The company has shifted its business model to emphasize light-asset urban operation services [1] - The focus areas now include smart property management and high-end hotel operations [1] - There is a noted continuous improvement in the profitability of the main business [1] Group 2 - The financial structure of the company has been significantly optimized [1]

Group 1 - The Hang Seng Index rose by 0.2%, gaining 52 points to close at 26,210 points, while the Hang Seng Tech Index fell by 0.20%. The morning trading volume in Hong Kong was HKD 120.4 billion [1] - Baidu Group's autonomous driving service platform, Luobo Kuaipao, reported over 250,000 weekly orders as of October 31, with 100% being fully autonomous orders, leading to a more than 6% increase in Baidu's stock price [1] - Tencent established a new company, Reading Comic Network Technology, in Hainan, resulting in a 1.67% increase in Tencent's stock price [2] Group 2 - Coal stocks continued to rise, with institutions optimistic about the coal cycle and dividend logic due to stricter safety regulations and expected price increases during peak season. Strength Development rose by 5.84% and Yida Commodity rose by 4.6% [2] - Cat's Eye Entertainment saw a 4.6% increase in stock price following the announcement of the release date for "Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Arc," with institutions suggesting to monitor the performance of upcoming films [3] - Huazhu Group's stock rose by 4.95% after the company launched its new brand, "All Season Grand View," with institutions optimistic about the company's ongoing brand upgrade efforts [4] Group 3 - Minmetals Group's stock rose over 5% after announcing that its subsidiary received orders for AI server liquid cooling products [5] - Apple-related stocks faced declines due to delays in Apple's AI plans in China, with companies like Q Technology falling by 9%, Hong Teng Precision by 6%, and FIH Mobile by 4.81% [5] - Jiangxi Copper's stock fell over 3% as a result of declining copper concentrate smelting processing fees affecting gross margins, although institutions expect the overall impact to be manageable [6] Group 4 - Gold stocks continued to weaken, with spot gold prices falling below USD 3,980, and institutions predicting a period of consolidation before the end of the year. Lingbao Gold fell by 5% and Jihai Resources by 4.96% [6] - Stablecoin-related stocks collectively declined, with Guotai Junan International dropping by 12%, Lion King Holdings by 3.6%, and Yunfeng Financial by 5.87% [6]

Group 1 - The Hang Seng Index rose by 0.2%, gaining 52 points to reach 26,210 points, while the Hang Seng Tech Index fell by 0.20%. The early trading volume in Hong Kong was HKD 120.4 billion [1] - Baidu Group's autonomous driving service platform, "萝卜快跑," reported over 250,000 weekly orders as of October 31, with 100% being fully autonomous orders, leading to a more than 6% increase in Baidu's stock price [1] - Tencent established a new company, "阅漫网络科技," in Hainan, resulting in a 1.67% increase in Tencent's stock price [2] Group 2 - Coal stocks continued to rise, with institutions optimistic about the coal cycle and potential price increases due to stricter safety regulations. "力量发展" rose by 5.84% and "易大宗" by 4.6% [2] - Huazhu Group's stock increased by 4.95% following the launch of its "全季大观" brand, with institutions viewing the brand upgrade positively [3] - Minmetals Group's stock rose over 5% after announcing that its subsidiary received orders for AI server liquid cooling products [4] Group 3 - Jiangxi Copper's stock fell by over 3% due to a decline in copper concentrate smelting fees affecting gross margins, although institutions expect the overall impact to be manageable [5] - Gold stocks continued to weaken, with spot gold prices dropping below USD 3,980, leading to declines in stocks like Lingbao Gold by 5% and Jihai Resources by 4.96% [5] - Stablecoin-related stocks collectively declined, with Guotai Junan International falling by 12% and Lion King Holdings by 3.6% [5]

Core Viewpoint - The company reported a stable performance in the third quarter despite a challenging external environment, achieving significant revenue and cost reductions while focusing on innovation and operational efficiency [5][6]. Financial Performance - The company achieved approximately 33.2 billion yuan in revenue for the third quarter, totaling about 127.7 billion yuan for the first three quarters [6]. - Management expenses decreased by 20% year-on-year, marketing expenses fell by 34%, and interest expenses (including capitalized interest) declined by 8% [6]. Operational Highlights - The company completed a de-stocking amount of 13.7 billion yuan in the third quarter, with a cumulative de-stocking amount of 47.6 billion yuan for the first three quarters [6]. - The company delivered 2.03 million square meters of projects in the third quarter, totaling 5.05 million square meters for the first three quarters [6]. Debt Management - The company made progress in debt reduction, with a focus on innovative methods to improve cash flow and reduce liabilities [6][7]. - The company collected 25.8 billion yuan in receivables in the third quarter, totaling 84.9 billion yuan for the first three quarters [7]. New Business Development - The company accelerated the development of new business sectors, including digital finance and energy, achieving significant contracts and partnerships [8]. - The company expanded its hotel and tourism operations, implementing tailored strategies for different brands to enhance market presence [8].

Financial Performance - The consolidated profit attributable to owners of the Company for 9M25 increased by 13.2% to HK$4,067 million[2, 10] - Revenue for 9M25 increased by 1.3% to HK$14,281 million[10] - Net finance costs from continuing operations decreased by HK$295 million to HK$263 million[2] - Net gain arising from fair value adjustments for investment properties from continuing operations was HK$1 million (9M24: net loss of HK$73 million)[2] - Interim dividend increased by 11.2% to HK$0.2666 per share[10] Segment Results (Water Resources) - Dongjiang (East River) Water Supply Concession revenue and profit before tax (excluding net exchange differences and net finance costs) for 9M25 amounted to HK$5,242 million and HK$3,596 million respectively[18] - Other Water Projects revenue and profit before tax excluding net exchange differences and net finance costs for 9M25 amounted to HK$5,611 million and HK$1,601 million respectively[23] - The total designed water supply capacity of the Group's Other Water Resources Projects as at 30 September 2025 are 16.60 million tons per day[21] - The total waste water processing capacity of the Group's Other Water Resources Projects as at 30 September 2025 are 3.09 million tons per day[21] Segment Results (Property Investment & Department Store Operation) - GDH Teem's Property Investment Business Revenue for 9M25 was HK$767 million[31] - Department Store Operation Revenue for 9M25 was HK$582 million[34] Segment Results (Hotel Operations and Management) - Total hotels operated as at 30 September 2025: 7 hotels[37]

Group 1 - The company LHN (01730) announced that its subsidiary Coliwoo Holdings Pte. Ltd. (CHPL) and Globalpoint Far East Pte. Ltd. (GPFE) have entered into a non-binding term sheet with an independent third-party buyer for the sale of 100,000 ordinary shares of Coliwoo PP Pte. Ltd. (Coliwoo PP), representing 100% of its issued and paid-up shares, with a consideration based on a property value of SGD 43.9 million plus the adjusted net asset value of Coliwoo PP at the date of completion [1][2] - Upon completion of the proposed sale, Coliwoo PP will no longer be a subsidiary of the group, as it is currently 80% owned by CHPL and 20% owned by GPFE [2] - Coliwoo PP is registered in Singapore and primarily engaged in space optimization, currently managing and operating the property as Coliwoo Hotel Pasir Panjang, which is a co-living space [2] Group 2 - The buyer will facilitate and ensure that Coliwoo PP, as the owner, enters into a master lease agreement with CHPL and/or its subsidiaries as the tenant for the property located at 404 Pasir Panjang Road, Singapore 118741, as part of the proposed leaseback arrangement [1]

Core Insights - The iconic Shentinyuan Hotel in Huaqiangbei, Shenzhen, has ceased operations and rebranded as "Intercity Hotel," marking a significant shift in the local hospitality landscape [1][2][5] Company Overview - Shentinyuan Hotel, established in 2001, was recognized as Shenzhen's first five-star green business hotel and won multiple awards, including the "Best Influential Hotel in Shenzhen Tourism 2023" [5][9] - The hotel was a key venue for business meetings and personal celebrations, becoming a landmark for many residents, particularly those who moved to Shenzhen in the late 1990s and early 2000s [7][8] Strategic Shift - The transition from a high-end self-operated brand to a partnership with established hotel management groups reflects a strategic response to the evolving travel market, emphasizing a light-asset operation model [9][10] - The new "Intercity Hotel" is set to open in mid to late October, with renovations aimed at enhancing guest experience while maintaining competitive pricing [9][12] Market Context - The hotel industry is experiencing a trend towards chain operations, driven by the need for cost reduction and improved asset efficiency amid challenging economic conditions [10] - Recent financial data indicates that the hotel and restaurant revenue accounted for only 9.55% of the main business income for the parent company, Zhongzhou Holdings, which faced significant losses in recent years [10] Urban Development - The local government is actively promoting the transformation of the area into a vibrant "sports+" urban zone, enhancing accommodation and commercial offerings in preparation for upcoming major sporting events [16][18] - The district is also focusing on environmental improvements and commercial upgrades to create a lively atmosphere for residents and visitors [17][18]