Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The group's underlying profit for the six months ended December 2025 was HKD 12.2 billion, a year-on-year increase of 16.7% driven by higher profits from trading and investment properties and lower finance costs [2][3] - Reported profit increased to HKD 10.2 billion, reflecting a 36.2% year-on-year growth [3] - The underlying earnings per share was HKD 4.21, while reported earnings per share was HKD 3.54 [3] - An interim dividend of HKD 0.98 per share was declared, marking a 3.2% increase from HKD 0.95 last year [3] - Net debt stood at HKD 83.6 billion with an improved gearing ratio of 13.5% compared to 15.1% in June 2025 [4][5] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - In property development, profit reached approximately HKD 4.9 billion, a substantial increase of 94.9% primarily due to higher profit recognition from Mainland projects [3] - The hotel business recorded an operating profit of HKD 428 million, up from HKD 377 million in the same period last year [4] - Profit from other business segments was about HKD 2.3 billion, reflecting an 11.7% year-on-year decrease [4] - The group's total operating profit for the first half of fiscal year 2026 was HKD 16.5 billion, representing a 14.3% increase year-on-year [4] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Hong Kong primary residential market saw higher transaction volumes and a modest price recovery, with contracted sales of about HKD 17.4 billion during the period [8][9] - The Mainland property development business recognized property sales of approximately HKD 5.9 billion, driven by higher residential sales volume [12] - The Mainland rental portfolio's gross rental income held steady at about RMB 3.1 billion, with a slight decrease of 0.8% in RMB terms [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to maintain a strong financial position to seize land opportunities in Hong Kong while upholding prudent financial management [5][17] - The strategy includes leveraging a reputable brand to drive premium sales and ongoing portfolio reviews to enhance returns [5][6] - The company plans to continue replenishing its land bank through various channels at reasonable costs to support future growth [6][7] - New projects such as IGC and Artist Square Towers are expected to generate additional rental income gradually [17][25] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The management expressed confidence in the long-term prospects of both Hong Kong and the Mainland, citing steady economic growth and supportive policies [16][26] - The company anticipates that the strong momentum in the residential market will continue, supported by improving supply-demand dynamics and favorable mortgage conditions [35][36] - The management highlighted the importance of adapting to new circumstances and leveraging technology to enhance property quality and services [18][27] Other Important Information - The group celebrated the completion of the International Gateway Centre (IGC), a world-class commercial landmark with high connectivity [23][24] - The company is committed to sustainability and has received high ratings for its green building initiatives [16][24] Q&A Session All Questions and Answers Question: What is the outlook for Hong Kong property home prices? - Management indicated that the Hong Kong residential market is entering a new phase of recovery, with positive rental carry attracting investors and end-users [34] Question: What is the company's pricing strategy for residential projects? - The company maintains a flexible pricing strategy, adjusting prices based on market conditions to achieve a balance between volume and margin [54] Question: What is the leasing progress for IGC and Artist Square Towers? - Management reported strong interest in IGC, with leasing progress on track, and noted that Artist Square Towers is expected to attract tenants due to its unique location [41][42]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The group's underlying profit for the six months ended December 2025 was HKD 12.2 billion, a year-on-year increase of 16.7% driven by higher profits from trading and investment properties and lower finance costs [2][3] - Reported profit increased to HKD 10.2 billion, reflecting a 36.2% year-on-year growth [3] - The underlying earnings per share was HKD 4.21, while reported earnings per share was HKD 3.54 [3] - An interim dividend of HKD 0.98 per share was declared, marking a 3.2% increase from HKD 0.95 last year [3] - Net debt stood at HKD 83.6 billion with an improved gearing ratio of 13.5% compared to 15.1% in June 2025 [4][5] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - In property development, profit reached approximately HKD 4.9 billion, a substantial increase of 94.9% primarily due to higher profit recognition from Mainland projects [3] - The hotel business recorded an operating profit of HKD 428 million, up from HKD 377 million in the same period last year [4] - Profit from other business segments decreased by 11.7% year-on-year to about HKD 2.3 billion [4] - The group's total operating profit for the first half of fiscal year 2026 was HKD 16.5 billion, representing a 14.3% increase year-on-year [4] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Hong Kong primary residential market saw higher transaction volumes and a modest price recovery, with contracted sales of about HKD 17.4 billion during the period [8][9] - The group's gross rental income in Hong Kong remained stable at around HKD 8.8 billion, with an overall average occupancy of approximately 92% [10] - The Mainland rental portfolio's gross rental income held steady at about RMB 3.1 billion, with a slight decrease of 0.8% in RMB terms [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to maintain a strong financial position to seize land opportunities in Hong Kong while focusing on prudent financial management [5][17] - The strategy includes leveraging a reputable brand to drive premium sales and ongoing portfolio reviews to enhance returns [5][17] - The company plans to continue launching new residential projects and unsold units while enhancing the competitiveness of its property investment portfolio [17][18] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The management expressed confidence in the Hong Kong market's recovery, supported by robust IPO activities and favorable mortgage conditions [16][17] - The company anticipates continued strong demand for residential properties, driven by low mortgage rates and improving supply-demand dynamics [35][36] - The management highlighted the importance of adapting to new circumstances and leveraging technology to enhance property quality and services [18] Other Important Information - The group has a total land bank in Hong Kong of about 57.3 million sq ft and in Mainland China of 64.6 million sq ft [6][12] - The International Gateway Centre (IGC) is positioned as a key commercial landmark with high connectivity and sustainability credentials [23][24] - The company is committed to sustainability initiatives and enhancing the quality of living through its developments [16] Q&A Session All Questions and Answers Question: What is your view and outlook for the Hong Kong property home price? - Management noted that the Hong Kong residential market is entering a new phase of recovery, with positive rental carry attracting investors and end users [34] Question: Can we have an update on the leasing progress for the IGC and Artist Square Towers? - Management indicated strong interest in IGC, with leasing progressing well, particularly from the financial services sector [41][42] Question: What is your latest pricing strategy for residential projects in Hong Kong? - The company adheres to current market conditions, with moderate price increases to achieve sales targets while balancing volume and margin [54] Question: Any plans for asset disposal or changes in dividend policy? - Management stated there are no current plans for further asset disposals beyond Dynasty Court, and the dividend policy remains at 40%-50% of profits [57][93]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The group's underlying profit for H1 2026 was HKD 12.2 billion, a year-on-year increase of 16.7% driven by higher profits from sales of trading and investment properties and lower finance costs [1] - Reported profit increased to HKD 10.2 billion, up 36.2% year-on-year, with underlying earnings per share at HKD 4.21 and reported earnings per share at HKD 3.54 [2] - The interim dividend declared was HKD 0.98 per share, a 3.2% increase from HKD 0.95 last year [2] - Total operating profit for H1 2026 reached HKD 16.5 billion, representing a 14.3% increase year-on-year [3] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - In property development, profit was approximately HKD 4.9 billion, a substantial increase of 94.9%, primarily due to higher profit recognition from Mainland projects [2] - The hotel business recorded an operating profit of HKD 428 million, up from HKD 377 million in the same period last year [3] - Profit from other business segments decreased by 11.7% year-on-year to about HKD 2.3 billion [3] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Hong Kong residential market saw a 65% increase in property sales, totaling HKD 26.5 billion [5] - The group's gross rental income in Hong Kong remained stable at about HKD 8.8 billion, with an overall average occupancy of around 92% [9] - The Mainland rental portfolio's gross rental income held steady at about RMB 3.1 billion, with a slight decrease of 0.8% in RMB terms [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to maintain a strong financial position to seize land opportunities in Hong Kong while focusing on prudent financial management [4] - The strategy includes leveraging a reputable brand for premium sales, ongoing portfolio reviews to enhance returns, and expanding the recurrent income base through new investment properties [4][11] - The company plans to launch various new residential projects over the next 10 months, including significant developments in Kowloon and Yuen Long [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the Hong Kong residential market's recovery, citing strong demand from end users and investors, and an improving supply-demand situation [33] - The company anticipates continued strong momentum in property sales and a favorable mortgage environment supporting market stability [16] - Management highlighted the importance of adapting to new circumstances and leveraging technology to enhance property quality and services [17] Other Important Information - The group's total land bank in Hong Kong was about 57.3 million sq ft, with ongoing efforts to replenish it through various channels [5] - The International Gateway Centre (IGC) is positioned as a key commercial landmark with excellent transport connectivity, expected to support the transformation of West Kowloon [10][24] - The company remains committed to sustainability and has received high ratings for its new projects [23] Q&A Session Summary Question: Outlook for Hong Kong property home prices - Management noted that the residential market is in a recovery phase, with transaction volumes reaching record highs and positive rental trends expected to continue [32] Question: Update on residential sales targets - The company plans to maintain its sales target for FY 2026 at HKD 30 billion, with several new projects set to launch [34][35] Question: Leasing progress for IGC and Artist Square Towers - Management reported strong interest in IGC, with leasing progressing well, and expressed confidence in the leasing situation for Artist Square Towers [39][42]

Plover Bay Technologies (SEHK:01523) H2 2025 Earnings call February 26, 2026 04:30 AM ET Company ParticipantsAlex Chan - FounderCherry Chiu - Executive DirectorChristopher Tse - CFOSteven Wong - Institutional InvestorChristopher TseGood evening. Welcome to Plover Bay's annual results call for financial year 2025. I'm Christopher Tse, CFO of Plover Bay, and I will be hosting this call. Alex Chan, founder of the company, is also with us today. We have announced our latest annual results. The announcement can ...

Financial Highlights - Sales in 2025 reached $130 million, increasing by 11% year-on-year [1] - Gross profit was $74 million, a year-on-year growth of about 15.5%, with a gross margin of 57%, an increase of 2.1 percentage points [2] - Net profit reached $45.5 million, a year-on-year increase of 19.5%, with a net profit margin improving to 34.9%, an increase of 2.3 percentage points [2] - Diluted EPS came to $0.0411 per share, which increased 19.1% year-on-year [2] Business Segment Performance - Fixed First Connectivity segment revenue increased by 3.5% year-on-year to about $18 million [3] - Mobile First Connectivity segment increased by 10.4% year-on-year to $73 million, driven by strong growth in high-end Mobile First routers and Starlink equipment [3] - Warranty and support services segment reached $28 million, up 12.3% year-on-year, while software licenses segment reached about $11 million, up 34% year-on-year [4] - Recurring revenues in warranty and support services and software licenses totaled about $38 million, an increase of 17% year-on-year, now accounting for close to 29% of total sales [4] Geographic Performance - North America sales increased 2.1% year-on-year to $76 million, accounting for about 59% of total sales, affected by tariff uncertainties [5] - EMEA sales increased about 28% year-on-year to $37 million, now accounting for about 29% of total sales [5] - Sales to Asia increased to $12 million, growing 36% year-on-year, attributed to large multi-year projects and growth in new markets like Japan [5] - Sales in Australia increased 14% year-on-year, making up about 4% of total sales [6] Company Strategy and Industry Competition - The company is focused on the connectivity market, serving a diverse range of verticals without a single dominant customer [8] - The company plans to spin off its North American business to better address different market requirements and improve competitiveness [12][13] - The company aims to maintain lean operations while leveraging AI tools for efficiency [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledges challenges from increased memory and component costs but believes the business model can mitigate these impacts [10][11] - The company sees significant growth opportunities in the U.S. and Europe, with a focus on becoming market leaders in various segments [32] - Management emphasizes the importance of reliable connectivity and the potential of new technologies like satellite communications [9] Other Important Information - The company has no debts and strong operating cash flows, with trade receivables turnover days at 67 days and inventory turnover days at 112 days [7] - The company is exploring AI applications to enhance product offerings and operational efficiency [29] Q&A Session Summary Question: Why not apply for marine certifications for cybersecurity compliance? - Management believes cybersecurity concerns can be addressed through third-party products rather than integrating them into their own [15][17] Question: Why not provide WireGuard support? - Management acknowledges the feedback and plans to provide support but emphasizes their focus on reliable connectivity rather than being feature-rich [19] Question: Will the spin-off unlock value? - Management views the spin-off as a way to better address market needs and improve operational efficiency rather than purely a financial maneuver [23][25] Question: What is the impact of the Starlink business? - The Starlink business is performing well, with plans for integrated products to enhance deployments [35][36] Question: How will the spin-off affect dividend payouts? - Management plans to continue distributing excess cash to shareholders, with the approach depending on market opportunities [33][49] Question: Will product development become independent post-spin-off? - Yes, both companies will operate independently, allowing for tailored product development [70][71]

Plover Bay Technologies (SEHK:01523) H2 2025 Earnings call February 26, 2026 04:30 AM ET Speaker1Good evening. Welcome to Plover Bay's annual results call for financial year 2025. I'm Christopher Tse, CFO of Plover Bay, and I will be hosting this call. Alex Chan, founder of the company, is also with us today. We have announced our latest annual results. The announcement can be found on HKEX website and our own website at ploverbay.com. The PowerPoint presentation that I'm currently sharing on the screen can ...

CLP (SEHK:00002) H2 2025 Earnings call February 26, 2026 03:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsAlex Keisser - CFOMarissa Wong - Director of Investor RelationsPierre Lau - Managing DirectorSteve Choi - Business Relationship ManagerT.K. Chiang - CEOConference Call ParticipantsCissy Guan - Equity Research AnalystRob Koh - Equity Research AnalystYonghua Park - Equity Research AnalystMarissa WongGood afternoon. Welcome to CLP's 2025 annual results briefing. My name is Marisa, Director of Investor Relations. With me to ...

CLP (SEHK:00002) H2 2025 Earnings call February 26, 2026 03:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsAlex Keisser - CFOMarissa Wong - Director of Investor RelationsPierre Lau - Managing DirectorSteven Choi - Business Relationship ManagerT.K. Chiang - CEOConference Call ParticipantsCissy Guan - Equity Research AnalystRob Koh - Equity Research AnalystYonghua Park - Equity Research AnalystMarissa WongGood afternoon. Welcome to CLP's 2025 annual results briefing. My name is Marissa, Director of Investor Relations. With me ...

CLP (SEHK:00002) H2 2025 Earnings call February 26, 2026 03:00 AM ET Speaker2Good afternoon. Welcome to CLP's 2025 annual results briefing. My name is Marisa, Director of Investor Relations. With me today is Chief Executive Officer, Mr. TK Cheung, and Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Alex Kaiser. We lodged our 2025 annual results with the exchange today. That announcement, as well as this presentation, is now available on the CLPIR website. This recording is also being recorded. You can access that a little bit ...

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (SEHK:00388) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 25, 2026 08:30 PM ET Company ParticipantsBonnie Y. Chan - CEOGary Lam - Head of Greater China Financials ResearchGregory Yu - Head of MarketsHerbert Hui - Group CFORichard Xu - Managing DirectorVanessa Lau - COONone - Company RepresentativeConference Call ParticipantsBetty Li - AnalystMichael Fang - AnalystThomas Wang - AnalystNoneGood afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. Welcome to HKEX 2025 Annual Results Analyst Presentation. Today, ...