Core Viewpoint - New World Development has reported a significant decline in revenue and core operating profit for the first half of the 2026 fiscal year, amidst ongoing debt issues and acquisition rumors, although the net loss has narrowed compared to the previous year [1][2]. Financial Performance - For the first half of the 2026 fiscal year, New World Development's revenue decreased by approximately 50% to about HKD 8.391 billion, while core operating profit fell by about 18% to approximately HKD 3.636 billion. The net loss attributable to shareholders was around HKD 3.73 billion, a 44% reduction year-on-year [1][5]. - The company reported a total debt reduction of HKD 1.7 billion to approximately HKD 144.3 billion by the end of 2025, with available funds totaling about HKD 37.4 billion, including cash and bank balances of approximately HKD 21.5 billion [4]. Debt Management - New World Development has implemented a "seven-pronged" debt reduction strategy, which includes selling development projects and non-core assets, optimizing land value, and improving rental returns. Despite some success, the company still faces significant debt obligations, with a refinancing deal of HKD 88.2 billion completed in mid-2025 [2][3][4]. - The company successfully completed an exchange offer for approximately HKD 20 billion in perpetual securities and secured notes, reducing the scale of perpetual debt by HKD 8.7 billion [4]. Business Outlook - Despite the ongoing losses, management claims that the debt reduction strategy is showing results, and the company is focusing on improving operational efficiency, enhancing sales performance, and controlling expenses [6]. - New World Development plans to launch several key projects in the upcoming fiscal years, including multiple residential developments in Hong Kong, which may benefit from the recovery of the local property market [6][7][8]. - The company has achieved over 50% of its sales target for property development and asset sales, amounting to approximately HKD 13.8 billion since 2025, although this is still insufficient to significantly alleviate its debt burden [8].