Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the company reported an unaudited net loss attributable to shareholders of approximately HKD 109,833,000, compared to a net profit of approximately HKD 820,452,000 for the same period last year [4]. - The total comprehensive loss for the period was HKD 148,998,000, a significant decrease from a total comprehensive income of HKD 538,754,000 in the previous year [7]. - The gross profit for the period was HKD 101,355,000, compared to HKD 141,990,000 in the previous year, reflecting a decline of 28.5% [15]. - The company recorded a net loss of approximately HKD 106,915,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a profit of HKD 964,410,000 for the same period in 2023 [36][49]. - The group reported a net loss of HKD 106,915,000 for the period, contrasting with a profit of HKD 964,410,000 in the previous year [98]. - The company reported a total revenue of HKD 30,782,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, significantly down from HKD 1,104,311,000 in the previous year [49]. - The group recorded a debt restructuring gain of approximately HKD 992.70 million for the six months ended September 30, 2023, with no such gains recognized for the six months ended September 30, 2024 [192]. Revenue and Operations - Revenue from toll fees for highway operations was approximately HKD 300,003,000, down 7.5% from HKD 324,344,000 in the same period last year [13]. - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the group recorded an unaudited EBITDA of approximately HKD 221,341,000, compared to HKD 280,695,000 for the same period in 2023, representing a decrease of about 21% [95]. - The company aims to stimulate traffic volume and toll revenue growth by adjusting its business strategy in a competitive market environment [120]. - The group has faced adverse impacts on operations due to extreme weather conditions, which have led to traffic disruptions and reduced toll revenue [120]. - The average daily toll revenue for the Zhunxing Expressway for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was RMB 1.51 million, down 6.79% from RMB 1.62 million in the same period last year [140]. - Toll revenue from highway operations was approximately HKD 300.00 million for the six months ended September 30, 2024, a decrease of about 7.50% compared to HKD 324.34 million for the same period last year [189]. Financial Position and Liabilities - Total assets as of September 30, 2024, were valued at HKD 6,324,506,000, a slight increase from HKD 6,300,592,000 in the previous year [18]. - The total liabilities amounted to HKD 19,345,488,000, compared to HKD 19,065,661,000 in the previous year, representing an increase of 1.5% [19]. - The company’s net debt position was approximately HKD 13,020.98 million, an increase from HKD 12,765.07 million as of March 31, 2024 [195]. - The debt ratio as of September 30, 2024, was approximately 305.88%, up from 302.60% as of March 31, 2024 [196]. - The company classified all outstanding borrowings as current liabilities due to a debt restructuring process, indicating a default status prior to completion [198]. - The total liabilities, including unpaid accrued default interest of approximately HKD 4,455.64 million, amounted to approximately HKD 18,400.09 million as of September 30, 2024 [200]. Cash Flow and Financing - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to HKD 10,768,000 as of September 30, 2024, from HKD 13,372,000 at the beginning of the period [35]. - The company has a total cash outflow from financing activities of HKD 173,275,000, which includes interest payments of HKD 96,351,000 [35]. - The company aims to raise new funds to ensure sufficient working capital for the next 12 months [39]. - The net cash generated from operating activities was HKD 173,932,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a cash outflow of HKD 5,678,000 in the previous year, indicating a significant improvement in cash flow [87]. - The group is seeking new financing channels to improve its liquidity and operational funding situation [106]. Management and Strategy - The company’s operational strategy includes independent management of its three reportable segments, each requiring different business strategies [44]. - The group has implemented a comprehensive road maintenance plan to ensure optimal road conditions, aiming to enhance traffic flow and toll revenue [120]. - The group aims to enhance daily management of the highway operations through comprehensive inspections to curb toll evasion and leakage [169]. - The group plans to implement a differentiated toll pricing strategy to attract various types of vehicles on the highway, based on national toll policies [186]. Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The company did not recommend any dividend distribution for the six months ended September 30, 2024, consistent with the previous year where no dividends were declared [56]. - The company did not declare any dividends for the six months ended September 30, 2024, consistent with the previous year where no dividends were declared [79]. Legal and Compliance - The group has not recognized any additional provisions related to a legal dispute involving a contractor, pending a final court decision [117].
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