Revenue Performance - The group recorded revenue of approximately HKD 18,100,000 for the reporting period, a decrease of about HKD 73,900,000 (80%) compared to approximately HKD 92,000,000 for the previous period[19]. - Revenue from the wholesale business decreased from approximately HKD 80,500,000 to approximately HKD 12,700,000, a reduction of about HKD 67,800,000 (84%) during the reporting period[19]. - Revenue from the drone accessories business was approximately HKD 4,300,000, a decrease of about HKD 5,400,000 (56%) from the previous period[19]. - Revenue from the property investment business decreased from approximately HKD 1,800,000 to approximately HKD 1,100,000, a reduction of about HKD 700,000 (39%) during the reporting period[19]. - The company reported revenue of HKD 18,143,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, a decrease of 80.3% compared to HKD 92,024,000 for the same period in 2023[75]. - The wholesale business generated revenue of HKD 12,727 thousand, while the drone business contributed HKD 4,312 thousand, indicating a shift in revenue sources[104]. - Revenue from the Hong Kong market was HKD 2,622 thousand for the six months ended September 30, 2024, down from HKD 22,533 thousand in 2023, reflecting a decline of approximately 88.4%[110]. - The group’s drone business reported a revenue of HKD 11,712 thousand for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 28,963 thousand in the previous year, a decrease of about 59.5%[110]. Profitability and Losses - The group achieved a gross profit of approximately HKD 5,900,000, down 71% from approximately HKD 20,000,000 in the previous period, with a gross margin of 33% compared to 22% previously[20]. - The gross profit and gross margin for the drone accessories business were approximately HKD 2,500,000 and 57%, representing a decrease of 34% compared to approximately HKD 3,800,000 in the previous period[21]. - The gross profit from property investment was approximately HKD 1,100,000, down 39% from approximately HKD 1,800,000 in the previous period, consistent with a decrease in revenue and occupancy rates[21]. - The company incurred a loss from continuing operations of HKD 16,405,000, compared to a loss of HKD 9,133,000 in the previous year, representing an increase in loss of 79.5%[78]. - The total loss for the period was HKD 16,405 thousand, compared to a profit in the previous year, indicating a significant downturn in financial performance[104]. - The company reported a net loss of HKD 1,071,000 for investment properties during the period, compared to a net gain of HKD 2,507,000 in the previous year[131]. Expenses and Cost Management - Sales and distribution expenses increased by 72% from approximately HKD 3,900,000 to approximately HKD 6,700,000, primarily due to the newly acquired drone accessories business since August 2023[24]. - Administrative expenses rose by 47% from approximately HKD 10,700,000 to approximately HKD 15,700,000, mainly attributed to the acquisition of a new subsidiary since August 2023[25]. - The total employee cost for the six months ending September 30, 2024, is approximately HKD 5,600,000, compared to HKD 3,300,000 for the same period last year, reflecting a significant increase[53]. - Employee costs for the six months ended September 30, 2024, totaled HKD 5,640,000, up from HKD 3,329,000 in the same period of 2023, reflecting a year-on-year increase of approximately 69.3%[115]. - The company reported a net interest expense of HKD 1,334,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, slightly up from HKD 1,314,000 in the same period of 2023[113]. Financial Position and Assets - Total assets decreased to HKD 380,720,000 as of September 30, 2024, from HKD 407,899,000 as of March 31, 2024, a decline of 6.7%[80]. - The company’s cash and cash equivalents stood at HKD 25,307,000, down from HKD 29,393,000, a decrease of 13.5%[80]. - The total equity attributable to the owners of the company decreased to HKD 270,627,000 as of September 30, 2024, down from HKD 284,231,000 as of March 31, 2024, representing a decline of approximately 4.8%[85]. - The company’s total non-current liabilities included deferred tax liabilities of HKD 5,767,000 as of September 30, 2024, slightly down from HKD 5,888,000 as of March 31, 2024[83]. - The company’s trade receivables aging analysis showed significant amounts overdue, with HKD 63,819,000 over one year as of September 30, 2024[136]. - The total amount of trade and other receivables was HKD 127,091 as of September 30, 2024, down from HKD 146,907 as of March 31, 2024, representing a decrease of about 13.5%[136]. Investments and Acquisitions - The acquisition of Shandong Longyi Aerotech Co., Ltd. was completed for approximately HKD 30,946,000, expanding the group's capabilities in the drone technology sector[14]. - The company completed the acquisition of Dragon Wing on August 1, 2023, for a total consideration of approximately HKD 30,946,000, which included the issuance of 154,731,827 shares[139]. - The identifiable net assets acquired from Dragon Wing amounted to HKD 23,592,000, resulting in goodwill of HKD 13,544,000[139]. - The company has not made any significant investments during the six months ending September 30, 2024[54]. Market and Strategic Outlook - The group plans to monitor the performance of the property market in Hong Kong and China and consider restructuring its property portfolio when suitable opportunities arise[17]. - The group recognizes the potential for high-tech business opportunities in the drone sector, aiming to capitalize on expected investment returns[15]. - The group intends to adopt a cautious approach in the wholesale business by regularly reviewing price ranges to maintain current profit levels and customer base[11]. - There are no indications of market expansion or acquisitions mentioned in the current financial report[90]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company maintained compliance with the corporate governance code as of September 30, 2024[67]. - The audit committee reviewed and approved the interim financial results, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards[73]. - There were no reported interests in competing businesses by the company’s directors during the reporting period[71]. Shareholder Information - The shareholding structure indicates that Mr. Zhang holds 48.43% of the issued share capital, while Mr. Yang and Mr. Wang each hold 13.56%[59]. - The stock option plan, effective since September 28, 2017, has not resulted in any options being granted or exercised during the six months ending September 30, 2024[57].
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