Financial Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2023, the revenue was HKD 74.8 million, an increase of 15.4% compared to HKD 64.6 million for the same period in 2022[4]. - Revenue increased by approximately 15.8% from HKD 64.6 million in the six months ended June 30, 2022, to HKD 74.8 million in the six months ended June 30, 2023[197]. - Gross profit for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 36.9 million, a decrease of 16.3% compared to HKD 44.1 million for the same period in 2022[198]. - Profit before tax increased to HKD 21.1 million from HKD 13.7 million year-on-year[196]. - Profit after tax rose to HKD 17.7 million compared to HKD 10.4 million in the same period last year[196]. - The company reported a profit attributable to owners of the company of HKD 18.2 million, up from HKD 10.6 million in the previous year[196]. - The increase in revenue was primarily driven by a HKD 21.4 million increase in sales of construction materials due to the reopening of mainland China[197]. - Sales of health-related products decreased by HKD 18.6 million, impacting overall revenue growth[197]. Operating Expenses - The total operating expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2023, were HKD 15.6 million, a decrease of 9.3% from HKD 17.2 million for the same period in 2022[8]. - Operating expenses totaled HKD 15.6 million, down from HKD 17.2 million in the previous year[196]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from the healthcare-related business was HKD 19.7 million, a decrease of 48.4% compared to HKD 38.2 million for the same period in 2022[10]. - The trading business revenue increased to HKD 43.3 million, a 2.7 times increase from HKD 11.8 million for the same period in 2022[10]. - The property-related business revenue was HKD 11.8 million, a decrease of 19.2% from HKD 14.6 million for the same period in 2022[11]. Financial Position - The total bank loans as of June 30, 2023, were HKD 225.3 million, down from HKD 243.4 million as of December 31, 2022[13]. - The company has no unused bank financing as of June 30, 2023[13]. - As of June 30, 2023, the total non-current assets of the group amounted to HKD 729.2 million, a decrease of HKD 60.0 million from HKD 789.2 million as of December 31, 2022, primarily due to reductions in investment properties and fair value investments[20]. - Current assets increased to HKD 963.2 million as of June 30, 2023, up by HKD 41.2 million from HKD 922.0 million as of December 31, 2022, mainly driven by an increase in prepayments and other receivables[20]. - The net asset value of the group decreased to HKD 1,225.1 million as of June 30, 2023, down by HKD 102.0 million from HKD 1,327.1 million as of December 31, 2022, primarily due to dividend distribution and foreign exchange losses[21]. - The group’s bank loans totaled HKD 225.3 million as of June 30, 2023, a decrease from HKD 243.4 million as of December 31, 2022, indicating stable cash flow and sufficient liquidity for future capital expenditures[26]. - The group’s debt-to-equity ratio increased to 16.7% as of June 30, 2023, compared to 5.3% as of December 31, 2022, reflecting a higher proportion of debt in the capital structure[34]. - The net cash used in operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 83.3 million, attributed to cash outflows for daily operations[23]. - The group’s cash and cash equivalents decreased to HKD 65.2 million as of June 30, 2023, from HKD 210.9 million at the beginning of the period, reflecting cash outflows across various activities[23]. - As of June 30, 2023, the net debt of the group was HKD 246.0 million, compared to HKD 74.6 million as of December 31, 2022[39]. - The equity attributable to the owners of the company was HKD 1,223.1 million, down from HKD 1,324.6 million as of December 31, 2022[39]. Investments and Future Plans - The company plans to invest in the industrial hemp CBD extraction and application business[15]. - The group has capital commitments of HKD 9.7 million for investments in an associated company as of June 30, 2023[35]. - The group plans to finance future acquisitions through internally generated funds and other financing activities, including bank borrowings[62]. - The company is developing a residential property project in Australia, covering approximately 11,488 square meters, with a total construction area of about 18,752 square meters[17]. - The company is expanding its operations into the Russian and Middle Eastern markets[76]. - The company is actively expanding its international strategy, with a focus on enhancing brand depth and expanding distribution channels[103]. - The company is expanding its overseas trade business, which has become a new growth point for its performance[102]. - The company aims to explore commercialization pathways for cell therapy products and enhance synergy between health management and other business segments[88]. Research and Development - Yincan Bio has received approval for clinical trials of its self-developed mesenchymal stem cell injection, marking a significant milestone in its R&D efforts[85]. - The company has applied for nearly 60 patents, including around 10 international patents, demonstrating its strong innovation capabilities in stem cell technology[85]. - Recent government policies have been introduced to support the cell therapy industry, promoting its standardized development[84]. - In the skincare sector, the company has obtained 13 patent authorizations and is focusing on developing a skincare product line based on supramolecular technology[90]. - A patent for a reinfusion syringe has been approved, and related patents for cell processing are currently under review, showcasing ongoing innovation in clinical applications[99]. Corporate Governance - The company has adopted the principles outlined in the Corporate Governance Code and complied with all applicable code provisions as of June 30, 2023[156]. - The audit committee has reviewed the accounting principles and practices adopted by the group and discussed internal controls and financial reporting matters[152]. - The company has confirmed that all directors have complied with the standards set forth in the code of conduct for securities transactions during the six months ending June 30, 2023[160]. Employee and Shareholder Information - The company has reduced its workforce to approximately 66 employees as of June 30, 2023, down from 97 employees at the end of 2022[81]. - As of June 30, 2023, a total of 7,008,000 stock options were granted under the 2019 stock option plan to two grantees, classified into two categories[115]. - The total number of shares available for issuance under the 2019 stock option plan is 427,175,263, representing about 10% of the company's issued share capital as of the mid-term report date[127]. - The stock options granted to the management consultant will vest in four equal installments over four years[117]. - The company aims to align the interests of the management consultant with those of the company and its shareholders through stock option grants[116]. - The stock options granted are contingent upon achieving certain performance targets related to research and development[122]. - The board believes that granting stock options to the management consultant will help retain their services and enhance performance[117].
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