Trading Performance - The group's trading segment recorded revenue of approximately HKD 754.9 million for the fiscal year 2024, an increase of about 32.6% compared to HKD 569.5 million for the nine months ended December 31, 2023[10]. - The trading segment achieved a profit of approximately HKD 54.5 million in fiscal year 2024, up from HKD 41 million in the previous fiscal year[10]. - The e-commerce trading business primarily sells third-party branded products, with significant sales through platforms like Vipshop, JD.com, and Tmall in China[8]. - The group anticipates considerable growth prospects in its trading business, particularly in e-commerce trading, leveraging opportunities in the Chinese market[12]. Market and Economic Context - The Chinese online retail market showed strong growth, with a year-on-year increase of 7.4% to RMB 14.03 trillion from January to November 2024[12]. - The Ministry of Commerce has introduced nine measures to promote stable growth in foreign trade, which is expected to boost confidence in foreign trade development[12]. - The total import and export volume of cross-border e-commerce in China reached RMB 1.88 trillion in the first three quarters of 2024, a year-on-year increase of 11.5%[12]. Financial Overview - General and administrative expenses for FY2024 are approximately HKD 31,000,000, a decrease of about 1.6% from FY2023's HKD 31,500,000[14]. - Other income decreased from approximately HKD 136,000,000 in FY2023 to a loss of about HKD 112,000 in FY2024, primarily due to the absence of gains from the sale of subsidiaries[15]. - Financial expenses for FY2024 were approximately HKD 2,700,000, a reduction of about 22.9% from FY2023's HKD 3,500,000, mainly due to the cessation of interest expenses on convertible bonds[16]. - Income tax expenses increased to approximately HKD 5,800,000 in FY2024 from HKD 2,700,000 in FY2023, primarily due to trading profits from health product raw materials in China[17]. - Basic earnings per share for FY2024 were HKD 0.27, down from HKD 2.11 in FY2023, mainly due to the lack of subsidiary sale gains[18]. - Shareholders' equity increased from approximately HKD 243,200,000 on December 31, 2023, to about HKD 259,900,000 on December 31, 2024[19]. - Cash and cash equivalents as of December 31, 2024, were approximately HKD 212,500,000, up from HKD 199,300,000 on December 31, 2023[20]. - The company does not recommend a final dividend for FY2024, compared to zero in FY2023[21]. Corporate Governance - The company has complied with relevant laws and regulations that significantly impact its operations during the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024[51]. - The company has adopted the corporate governance code as per the listing rules, ensuring compliance and high standards of governance to enhance corporate value and accountability[118]. - The board consists of eight members, including three independent non-executive directors, ensuring a diverse range of professional backgrounds and expertise[123]. - The company has established a shareholder communication policy to ensure effective dialogue with shareholders, including annual reports and regular updates from senior management[162]. - The company has established procedures for directors to seek independent professional advice, with costs covered by the company[122]. Risk Management and Internal Controls - The company has implemented a risk management and internal control system to ensure effective governance and oversight[133]. - The board is responsible for overseeing the risk management and internal control systems, including ESG risks, and has established a three-tier risk management approach[152]. - The audit committee is responsible for reviewing the financial statements and management letters for the year ending December 31, 2024[150]. - An independent internal control consultant was hired to assess the overall internal control of the group, with no significant deficiencies reported[154]. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Initiatives - The ESG report for the year ending December 31, 2024, aims to enhance stakeholder understanding of the company's operational and ESG developments[171]. - The company adheres to principles of materiality, quantification, balance, and consistency in its ESG reporting[173]. - The company aims to maintain a healthy and safe work environment, implement fair promotion mechanisms, and provide career development opportunities for employees[182]. - The company is committed to sustainable development and has set environmental goals to minimize resource waste, including water and paper[189]. - The total greenhouse gas emissions for the year 2024 amounted to 55.48 tons of CO2 equivalent, with direct emissions at 14.96 tons, indirect emissions at 22.55 tons, and other indirect emissions at 17.97 tons[194]. Leadership and Management - The company has a strong leadership team with diverse backgrounds in international business development, marketing, and technology, enhancing its strategic capabilities[103]. - The company is actively reviewing its organizational structure to align with its corporate strategy, indicating a proactive approach to management[114]. - The company has appointed new independent non-executive directors effective from November 21, 2023, enhancing its governance structure[112][113]. - The company has established a high-level management team to oversee its operations, reflecting a commitment to effective leadership[114]. Employee and Compensation Matters - The total employee compensation for the fiscal year 2024 is approximately HKD 17,200,000, an increase from HKD 14,700,000 in fiscal year 2023[38]. - The compensation committee reviewed the performance of individual executive directors and senior management to recommend their remuneration for the fiscal year, considering factors such as comparable company salary levels and performance-based pay[138]. - One senior management member received a salary in the range of HKD 1,000,001 to HKD 1,500,000 for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024[137]. Shareholder and Market Engagement - As of October 29, 2024, the company's public float is approximately 25.5%, which will decrease to about 19.84% if all convertible bond rights are exercised by Yunnan Baiyao Group, failing to meet the minimum public float requirement of 25%[72]. - The company is actively seeking investors to increase its public float but has not yet secured any definitive agreements as of the report date[72]. - The company entered into a framework agreement with Yunnan Baiyao Group on December 13, 2022, for the purchase of product registration, global supply chain integration, and professional support services, which constitutes a continuing connected transaction[74].
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