Financial Data and Key Indicators Changes - In the first half of 2025, net profit attributable to shareholders reached RMB 69.5 billion, a decrease of 12.8% year on year, primarily due to a 15.1% decline in Brent oil prices [18][19] - Oil and gas sales revenue was RMB 171.7 billion, with all-in costs remaining stable at USD 26.94 per barrel [7][21] - The company maintained a gearing ratio of 8.4%, indicating a healthy financial position, with total assets increasing by RMB 62.7 billion from the beginning of the period [20][21] Business Line Data and Key Indicators Changes - Net oil and gas production reached 384.6 million BOEs, up 6.1% year on year, with natural gas production rising by 12% [2][11] - The company made five new discoveries and successfully appraised 18 oil and gas structures, with 10 new projects commencing production [2][6] Market Data and Key Indicators Changes - Brent oil prices decreased by 15.1%, yet the company's net profit decline was less than the drop in oil prices, showcasing effective cost control and production increases [19][20] - The company reported strong performance in the domestic natural gas market, with total production of natural gas amounting to 216.2 million cubic meters, up 2% [27][63] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to enhance oil and gas reserves and production while promoting green energy transition and independent technological innovation [23][49] - The focus remains on maintaining high-quality development and efficiency improvements, with a commitment to shareholder returns through a dividend payout ratio of 45.5% [22][32] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the challenges posed by fluctuating oil prices but emphasized the company's robust value creation capabilities and commitment to cost control [6][39] - The outlook for oil prices in 2025 is projected to be around USD 65 to USD 70, influenced by various geopolitical factors [42][46] Other Important Information - The company has initiated its first offshore CCUS project and is developing offshore wind power projects, indicating a commitment to new energy initiatives [15][50] - The interim dividend of HKD 0.73 per share is the second highest in the company's history, reflecting a strong commitment to returning value to shareholders despite lower profits [3][22] Q&A Session Summary Question: Natural gas production and pricing outlook - Management highlighted that natural gas production increased due to additional reserves and projects, with a stable pricing mechanism in place [26][28][29] Question: Dividend payout improvement - The interim dividend payout ratio has increased to 45.5%, with management indicating that future dividends will be assessed based on production, operations, and financial position [31][32][33] Question: Cost reduction and efficiency improvement - Management confirmed ongoing efforts in cost control and efficiency improvements, with specific measures outlined for the second half of the year [34][35][36] Question: New energy business development - The company is exploring new energy projects, including offshore wind power, while maintaining a focus on oil and gas as the core business [49][50][51] Question: Investment loss in Argentina - The investment loss was primarily due to a joint venture in Argentina, with management clarifying that it is not a long-term loss but reflects current operating results [59][60]

Financial Data and Key Indicators Changes - In the first half of 2025, net profit attributable to shareholders reached RMB 69.5 billion, a decrease of 12.8% year on year, primarily due to a 15.1% decline in Brent oil prices [20][10][24] - Oil and gas sales revenue was RMB 171.7 billion, with all-in costs remaining stable at USD 26.94 per barrel, down 2.9% year on year [10][23] - The company maintained a gearing ratio of 8.4%, indicating a healthy financial position, with total assets increasing to RMB 1,119 billion [22][23] Business Line Data and Key Indicators Changes - Net oil and gas production reached 384.6 million BOEs, up 6.1% year on year, with natural gas production rising by 12% [4][14] - The company made five new discoveries and successfully appraised 18 oil and gas structures, with 10 new projects commencing production [4][9] - The interim dividend was set at HKD 0.73 per share, with a payout ratio of 45.5%, marking the second highest in the company's history [5][24] Market Data and Key Indicators Changes - Brent oil prices decreased by 15.1%, impacting overall profitability but the decline in net profit was less severe than the drop in oil prices [20][21] - The company reported strong performance in the domestic natural gas market, with production volume increasing due to new projects in the Bohai region and South China Sea [30][72] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to enhance oil and gas reserves and production while promoting green energy transition and independent technological innovation [25][64] - There is a commitment to maintaining oil and gas as the core business, with new energy development seen as a supplementary growth area [64][60] - The focus remains on high-quality development and efficiency improvement to ensure sustainable growth [25][44] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the challenges posed by fluctuating oil prices but emphasized the company's resilience and ability to control costs [20][44] - The outlook for oil prices in 2025 is projected to be around USD 65 to USD 70, influenced by various geopolitical factors [46][47] - The company plans to continue investing in technological innovations to drive down costs and improve operational efficiency [40][88] Other Important Information - The company has made significant advancements in technological capabilities, including intelligent drilling and completion initiatives, which have improved operational efficiency [17][88] - The company is actively exploring new energy projects, including offshore wind power and solar energy, while ensuring that these initiatives align with internal investment thresholds [55][60] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the reasons behind the increase in natural gas production and pricing? - The increase in natural gas production was attributed to additional reserves and production from new projects in the Shanghai and Bozhong areas, with stable pricing due to long-term contracts [30][31] Question: Will the dividend payout ratio improve for the whole year? - The interim dividend payout ratio was set at 45.5%, and while future dividends will be evaluated based on various factors, the company aims to maintain a high-quality development principle [33][34] Question: What are the expectations for cost reduction and efficiency improvement in the second half of the year? - The company plans to continue its low-cost strategy through technological improvements, lean management, and increased production to enhance overall economic benefits [40][42] Question: What are the plans for new energy business development? - The company is focusing on offshore wind power and other renewable energy projects, ensuring that they meet internal investment criteria and contribute to overall sustainability [55][60] Question: What caused the investment loss in the first half of the year? - The investment loss was primarily due to the performance of a joint venture in Argentina, which was recognized in accordance with accounting standards [66][68] Question: What is the outlook for natural gas production growth? - The company anticipates strong growth in natural gas production, supported by ongoing projects and a stable domestic market [70][72]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Operating revenue for the first half of the year was 74.44 billion RMB, with total profit at 11.94 billion RMB, down 28.6% year over year [4] - Net profit attributable to shareholders was 7.7 billion RMB, down 21.3% year over year, with basic earnings per share at 0.58 RMB, down 21.6% [4] - Under international accounting standards, profit before tax was 11.6 billion RMB, down 35.5% year over year [4] - The asset to liability ratio improved to 45%, down 1.3 percentage points from the beginning of the year [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company produced 67.34 million tons of commercial coal, an increase of 0.84 million tons or 1.3% year over year [5] - Self-produced commercial coal sales reached 67.11 million tons, up 0.92 million tons or 1.4% year over year [6] - Sales of key coal chemicals totaled 3.166 million tons, an increase of 83,000 tons or 2.7% year over year [6] - The unit sales cost of self-produced commercial coal was 2,262.97 RMB per ton, down 10.2% year over year [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average sales price of self-produced commercial coal was 470 RMB per ton, down 19.5% [9] - Thermal coal price was 436 RMB per ton, down 14.7%, while coking coal price dropped to 885 RMB per ton, down 35.4% [9] - The overall market saw a decline in coal prices, impacting profitability significantly [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is committed to high-quality development goals and will strengthen production sales coordination to achieve annual targets [15] - Focus on enhancing lean management and cost control to maintain profitability levels [15] - Plans to accelerate key project construction and implement innovation-driven strategies [16] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in maintaining stable operations despite falling coal prices and lower industry profitability [10] - Future coal prices are expected to stabilize around 675 RMB for long-term contracts and slightly over 700 RMB for spot prices [24][42] - The company aims to continue enhancing corporate governance and investor communication [16] Other Important Information - The company plans to distribute an interim cash dividend of 2.198 billion RMB or 0.166 RMB per share, consistent with the previous year [14] - Capital expenditures for the first half increased by 32%, with a total of 6.972 billion RMB invested [46] Q&A Session All Questions and Answers Question: Impact of supply changes on coal prices - Management noted a drop in prices followed by a recovery, with spot prices expected to stabilize around 700 RMB per ton [21][24] Question: Cost management strategies - The company reported a 10% reduction in sales costs due to optimized procurement and cost management [27] Question: Long-term contract coal prices - Long-term contract coal prices dropped by 3.6%, while spot prices saw a larger decline of nearly 11% [32] Question: Profitability of subsidiaries - Profitability improved for certain subsidiaries due to effective cost management despite price declines [39] Question: Production volume changes - Production volume was impacted by accidents and weather conditions, but the company remains confident in meeting annual targets [51] Question: Dividend payout standards - The company will continue to use the lower of international or Chinese accounting standards for dividend payouts [76]

Financial Data and Key Indicator Changes - Operating revenue for the first half of the year was 74.44 billion RMB, with total profit at 11.94 billion RMB, down 28.6% year over year [4] - Net profit attributable to shareholders was 7.7 billion RMB, down 21.3% year over year, with basic earnings per share at 0.58 RMB, down 21.6% [4][5] - Under international accounting standards, profit before tax was 11.6 billion RMB, down 35.5% year over year [4] Business Line Data and Key Indicator Changes - The company produced 67.34 million tons of commercial coal, an increase of 0.84 million tons or 1.3% year over year [5] - Self-produced commercial coal sales were 67.11 million tons, up 0.92 million tons or 1.4% year over year [6] - Sales of key coal chemicals totaled 3.166 million tons, an increase of 83,000 tons or 2.7% year over year [6] Market Data and Key Indicator Changes - Average sales price of self-produced commercial coal was 470 RMB per ton, down 19.5% year over year [9] - Thermal coal price was 436 RMB per ton, down 14.7%, while coking coal price was 885 RMB per ton, down 35.4% [9] - The unit sales cost of self-produced commercial coal was 2,262.97 RMB per ton, down 10.2% year over year [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to strengthen production sales coordination and enhance lean management and cost control to maintain profitability [15] - There is a commitment to high-quality development goals and the implementation of an innovation-driven strategy [16] - The company is focused on accelerating key project construction and enhancing corporate governance and investor communication [16] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in maintaining stable operations despite falling coal prices and lower industry profitability [10] - The company actively strengthened cash flow management, achieving a cash collection ratio of 110.1% [12] - Future coal prices are expected to stabilize, with long-term contract prices projected around 690 RMB per ton [42] Other Important Information - The company plans to distribute an interim cash dividend of 2.198 billion RMB or 0.166 RMB per share for 2025 [14] - Capital expenditures for the first half increased by 32%, with 92% of the annual target already completed [46] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of supply changes on coal prices - Management noted a drop in prices followed by a recovery, with spot prices expected to stabilize around 700 RMB per ton [21][24] Question: Cost management strategies - The company reported a 10% reduction in sales costs due to optimized procurement and cost management [27] Question: Long-term contract coal pricing - Long-term contract coal prices dropped by 3.6%, while spot prices fell by nearly 11% [32] Question: Profitability of subsidiaries - Profitability improved for certain subsidiaries due to effective cost management despite price declines [39] Question: Production volume changes - Production volume was impacted by accidents and weather conditions, but the company remains confident in meeting annual targets [51] Question: Dividend policy - The company will consider both international and Chinese accounting standards for dividend payouts, balancing shareholder interests with sustainable development [75][77]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - As of June 30, 2025, the company's bank deposits and cash and cash equivalents were $2,075.3 million, representing a decrease of $338.1 million or 14% compared to $2,413.4 million at the end of 2024 [26] - Other income for the first half of the year was $28.1 million, a decrease of $42.8 million or 60.4% compared to $70.9 million for the same period in 2024 [27] - Research and development expenses for the first half of the year declined by 7.3% to $117 million from $126.2 million in 2024 [28] - Administrative expenses were $58.2 million in the first half of the year, declining 26% compared to $78.6 million in 2024 [28] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The HBV functional cure strategy is built on three differentiated assets: BRE-179, elapsirin, and tolivibart, each targeting distinct mechanisms of HBV pathogenesis [7] - The ongoing clinical programs have collectively been studied in more than 1,600 patients, with three fully enrolled Phase IIb combination studies [9] - In cohort four of the INSURE study, 61% of BRE-179 responders achieved HB surface antigen loss at week 48, compared to about 10% of non-responders [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company out-licensed the Greater China rights of Xarelin mixing to ensure efficient progress of non-core programs without diverting focus from HBV [5] - The company is seeking strategic partnerships to develop other assets in its pipeline, including long-acting HBV candidates [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on advancing its core HBV functional cure program through multiple Phase 2b studies and is shaping its late-stage development strategy based on emerging data [4] - The company aims to achieve a higher rate of functional cure through a multimodal parallel approach, which is critical to solving the complexity of HBV cure [24] - The company plans to report 24-week follow-up data from cohort four of the INSURE study in 2025, with end-of-treatment data from the ENRICH and ENHANCE studies expected in 2026 [24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed excitement about the development of new treatment modalities for HBV and the company's focus on providing a curative regimen [48] - The company believes that the recent launch of a new reporting system by the China CDC will improve the diagnostic rate of HBV, potentially increasing treatment demand [44] Other Important Information - The company has maintained a strong cash position with sufficient funds to support operations through 2028 [26] - The company is committed to pairing internal innovation with external collaboration to drive sustainable growth and broaden patient access to meaningful treatment options [28] Q&A Session Summary Question: Given the encouraging 61% seroclearance rate in BRE-179 responders from INSURE study cohort number four, how is the company thinking about patient enrichment strategy moving forward? - Management acknowledged the potential of BRE-179 to categorize chronic HBV patients into immune responsive and non-responsive groups and is exploring biomarker-driven approaches for Phase III trials [32][34] Question: What is the company's view on the competitive landscape considering recent phase three trials initiated by OSPER Bio? - Management expressed excitement about new treatment modalities for HBV and noted the importance of long-term follow-up data from competitors to evaluate the evolving landscape [38][40] Question: How does the company assess the potential impact of the new reporting system launched by the China CDC on treatment demands? - Management views the new reporting system as a positive development that could increase diagnosis rates and improve disease awareness, ultimately benefiting patients [44][46]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported revenue of $165.5 million for H1 2025, a decrease of approximately 1.9% compared to the previous year, primarily due to challenging market conditions such as high interest rates and weakened consumer spending in North America [8][14][18] - Gross profit margin was 60%, down 2.4 percentage points year over year, attributed to a shift in product mix towards higher-cost professional products and lower revenue contribution from North America [15][16] - Adjusted net profit was $12 million, reflecting a decline of 28.1% year over year [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Medical aesthetics products remained the largest revenue contributor, generating $137.7 million, or 83.2% of total revenue [16] - The injectables segment saw significant growth, increasing by 280.1% to $14.4 million, representing 8.7% of total revenue, up from 2.7% [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - International sales channels grew by 7.1% year over year, with the Asia Pacific region achieving double-digit growth of 17.6%, driven by strong performance in Thailand and Korea [10][14] - The company’s direct operations worldwide provided robust market access and execution capabilities, allowing it to offset regional challenges [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is transitioning to a holistic ecosystem partner in medical aesthetics, integrating energy-based devices, injectables, and personalized skincare [4][5] - Future focus includes strengthening corporate leadership in Asia Pacific and North America, with anticipated launches of new products like Dexify in China [11][12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in regaining momentum in regions affected by geopolitical tensions and anticipated stronger performance in H2 2025 due to increased consumer confidence and demand for recent launches [11][12] - The company plans to continue expanding its unique wellness ecosystem and deepen relationships with clinics and end consumers [12] Other Important Information - The successful North American launch of Universe Skin by Alma, an AI-assisted skincare system, is a key milestone for the company [5] - The company is preparing for the launch of Dexify, the world's first peptide-powered botulinum toxin in Mainland China, and expanding its injectable portfolio in various regions [12][15] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the main reason for the good performance in the APAC area? - Growth in Thailand was driven by the introduction of Profilo, while Korea benefited from existing direct operations and the concept of lifting using titanium [20][22] Question: What is the proportion of direct sales in the first half of the year? - Approximately 85% of the business was from direct operations, slightly down due to a shift towards distributor fulfillment in North America [24][25] Question: What are the main reasons for the decrease in North America performance? - High interest rates and consumer spending concerns led to delays in deal closures and order processing [29][32] Question: What is the current progress of the launch of Dexify in China? - The company is advancing phase three clinical trials for Dexify and expects to launch in H2 2025, aiming for significant sales growth in the following years [55][56] Question: What are the differences among the injectable products? - The company offers a range of injectables including neotoxins, volumetric fillers, and biostimulators, each serving different clinical needs [60][62] Question: What is the guidance on revenue and net profit for 2025? - The company expects growth in both revenue and net profit in the second half of 2025, driven by new product launches and a backlog of orders [70][72]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue increased by 13.1% year over year to RMB 35 billion in Q2 2025, with adjusted net profit reaching RMB 5.6 billion and an adjusted margin of 16% [5][34][40] - Gross profit grew by 13.8% year over year to RMB 19.5 billion, with a gross profit margin of 55.7%, reflecting a 0.4 percentage point increase year over year [38] - Selling and marketing expenses rose by 4.6% year over year to RMB 10.5 billion, accounting for 30% of total revenue, down from 32.4% in Q2 last year [39] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from online marketing services increased by 12.8% year over year to RMB 19.8 billion, driven by enhanced AI capabilities [35][56] - E-commerce GMV rose by 17.6% year over year, with the number of monthly average paying users reaching 134 million [19][74] - Revenue from Clean AI surpassed RMB 250 million in Q2, indicating strong growth in AI-driven services [9][36] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average DAUs on the Kuaishou app reached an all-time high of 409 million, with MAUs at 715 million, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 3.4% and 3.3% respectively [11][12] - Revenue from local services grew by 20% year over year to RMB 1.3 billion, with DAUs in Brazil showing stable growth [28][29] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on leveraging AI technology to enhance user experience and operational efficiency across its business lines [4][34] - Clean AI is positioned as a one-stop creative engine, with plans to expand its applications in gaming and professional film production [8][49] - The company aims to maintain high-quality growth while exploring synergies between content and business ecosystems [32][43] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's long-term growth prospects, highlighting the resilience of its business ecosystem amid macro uncertainties [5][6] - The company plans to continue investing in AI technologies to drive efficiency and discover new commercialization opportunities [32][84] Other Important Information - A special dividend of HKD 0.46 per share was declared for the first time since delisting, amounting to approximately HKD 2 billion in total [5][6] - The company will no longer disclose quarterly GMV figures separately starting in 2026, focusing instead on a more comprehensive set of indicators [41][42] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the major use cases for Clean AI users at the moment? - Clean AI's users include mass creators and professional creators, with applications in content creation, advertising, and film production [46][47] Question: What are the AI use cases in the overall business? - AI technology is integrated across various business scenarios, enhancing marketing material generation and improving user engagement [54][56] Question: What verticals are expected to have strong growth in the second half of the year? - Strong growth is anticipated in local services, automotive, and content consumption industries, with strategies to enhance client outreach and operational results [62][64] Question: How does Kuaishou maintain momentum in e-commerce amid competition? - The company focuses on synergizing supply and demand, enhancing merchant capabilities, and improving user engagement to drive e-commerce growth [72][74] Question: What updates are there on AI CapEx and net profit margin? - AI-related CapEx is expected to double, with the impact on overall profitability projected to remain around 1% to 2% [82][84]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue increased by 13.1% year over year to RMB 35 billion in Q2 2025, with adjusted net profit rising by 20.1% to RMB 5.6 billion, achieving a margin of 16% [7][37][38] - Gross profit grew by 13.8% year over year to RMB 19.5 billion, with a gross profit margin of 55.7%, reflecting a 0.4 percentage point increase year over year [40][41] - Selling and marketing expenses rose by 4.6% year over year to RMB 10.5 billion, accounting for 30% of total revenue, down from 32.4% in the previous year [42] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from online marketing services reached RMB 19.8 billion, up 12.8% year over year, driven by enhanced AI capabilities [38][39] - E-commerce GMV rose by 17.6% year over year, with the number of average monthly paying users reaching 134 million [22][23] - Revenue from Clean AI surpassed RMB 250 million, indicating strong growth in AI-driven services [12][39] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average DAUs on the Kuaishou app reached an all-time high of 409 million, with MAUs at 715 million, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 3.4% and 3.3% respectively [14][6] - Revenue from external marketing services continued to grow, driven by strong demand from content consumption, local services, and automotive industries [19][20] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on integrating AI technology across its business, enhancing user experience, and optimizing marketing solutions [36][37] - The strategy includes expanding Clean AI's applications in gaming and professional film production, aiming to empower creators and enhance operational efficiency [51][53] - The company plans to discontinue separate GMV disclosures starting in 2026, focusing on a more nuanced combination of performance indicators [44][45] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's long-term growth prospects, emphasizing the resilience of its business ecosystem amid macro uncertainties [7][8] - The company aims to maintain high-quality growth while exploring new commercialization opportunities through AI [35][46] - Future investments will continue to focus on AI technology to enhance operational efficiencies and drive sustainable growth [86][87] Other Important Information - A special dividend of HKD 0.46 per share was declared for the first time since delisting, totaling approximately HKD 2 billion [8] - The company has repurchased shares amounting to HKD 1.9 billion, representing about 0.9% of total shares outstanding [43] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the major use cases for Clean AI users at the moment? - Clean AI's users include mass creators and professional creators, with applications in content creation, advertising, and film production [48][50] Question: What are the AI use cases in the overall business? - AI technology is integrated across various business scenarios, enhancing marketing material generation and improving user engagement [57][59] Question: What verticals are expected to have strong growth in the second half of the year? - Growth is anticipated in local services, automotive, and content consumption industries, with strategies to enhance client outreach and marketing efficiency [66][68] Question: How does Kuaishou maintain momentum in e-commerce amid competition? - The company leverages a synergized ecosystem and tailored initiatives for merchants, focusing on user acquisition and repeat purchases [74][76]

Financial Performance - The group's revenue was flat for the first half of 2025, with a volume increase of 3.8% to 27.5 million pairs, primarily driven by the sports segment [4][5] - The average selling price (ASP) decreased by 3.2% due to a higher proportion of sports products with lower ASP [5] - Operating profit margin fell to 10.9%, down 30 basis points, with net profit declining by 14.6% to $78 million [5][6] - Gross profit margin decreased by 22% compared to 25.6% last year, attributed to high labor costs and temporary efficiency issues in factories [6][9] Business Line Performance - Revenue from the sports segment increased by 8.2%, accounting for 48.5% of total manufacturing revenue, driven by higher shipments to major customers [16] - The luxury category reported a net decrease of 3.5%, while the CASM category declined by 9.2%, reflecting a strategic reallocation of capacity [17] - The company commenced shipments to new customers, including Under Armour and Justin Bieber's brand, Skylar, contributing to the sports segment's growth [15][16] Market Performance - North America and Europe accounted for 48.7% and 23.4% of total revenue, respectively, with China contributing 25% of manufacturing capacity [17][18] - The company anticipates sustained growth, with plans to scale up total capacity by an additional 21 to 26 million pairs through new factories [19] Strategic Direction and Industry Competition - The company is focused on optimizing production efficiency and diversifying manufacturing capacity to align with customer needs [11][24] - A new three-year plan is being finalized, aiming for a 10% operating margin and low single-digit growth [22][24] - The company has received an MSCI ESG rating upgrade to AA, reflecting improvements in environmental performance [21] Management Commentary on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expects moderate increases in shipment volumes for the full year, with continued pressure on profit margins due to efficiency improvements [22][23] - The company is addressing operational challenges in Indonesia and the Philippines, with plans for a turnaround in the second half of the year [30][31] - Tariff impacts are anticipated to affect strategic customer partnerships, with a focus on optimizing operations [23][24] Other Important Information - The company declared a $0.52 interim dividend, maintaining a payout ratio above the previous year's [5][9] - A solid net cash balance of $291 million is reported, with plans for share repurchases or special dividends in the future [8][25] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide insights on the handbag business and its recovery timeline? - The company acquired a small factory specializing in handbags to expand this segment, with expectations for gradual growth [28][29] Question: Any updates on the full-year outlook? - The outlook remains consistent with previous guidance, with expectations of $6 million to $7 million in tariff impacts [30][31] Question: Will margins return to normal levels? - Management aims to restore margins to normal levels by Q4 2026, learning from past expansion challenges [32][33] Question: What are the reasons for revenue declines in China and Europe? - Revenue declines are attributed to customer allocation decisions and pre-order impacts from the previous year [36] Question: Can you quantify the inefficiencies in the first half? - Inefficiencies related to the Philippines and Indonesia resulted in approximately $7 million in profit loss [45] Question: What are the conversations like with brand customers? - Brand customers are cautious but looking to innovate and consolidate suppliers amid tariff uncertainties [47][49] Question: How is the dividend and buyback strategy affected? - There are no changes to the dividend payout policy or capital return strategy, with plans for continued shareholder returns [89]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue grew by 13.6%, reaching HKD 45.5 billion, while profit attributable to equity shareholders increased by 34.7%, reaching HKD 610 million, with an EPS of HKD 0.04406 and ROE of 13.7%, significantly higher than the Hang Seng Index average ROE of 10.94% [2] - The company has experienced a steady growth in revenue since being listed, with a CAGR of 24% and an average annual growth rate of 28% for net profit [3] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - Enterprise Systems revenue increased by 14.1%, from 22.5 billion yen to 25.7 billion yen, while Consumer Electronics grew by 7.5%, from 15.9 billion yen to 17.2 billion yen [5] - Cloud computing revenue grew exponentially by 67.9%, from 1.56 billion yen to 2.61 billion yen [6] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North Asia revenue increased from 26.4 billion yen to 28.7 billion yen, while Southeast Asia grew by 22.5%, from 13.6 billion yen to 16.7 billion yen [6] - Southeast Asia saw significant growth in various countries: Thailand (50%), Philippines (45.4%), Malaysia (31%), and Indonesia (30%), with Singapore experiencing a revenue decrease of 19% [9][10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to become one of the largest ICT industry solutions technology platforms in the Asia Pacific region, focusing on digital construction and maintaining a leading position in the industry [14] - The strategy includes enhancing operational efficiency and digitalization while creating sustainable social values [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted the strong demand for AI computing, which has driven revenue growth, particularly in Southeast Asia, and expressed confidence in the sustainability of this growth [19] - The company is cautious about the operating risks due to Sino-U.S. trade conflicts but sees opportunities in domestic products for Southeast Asia [17] Other Important Information - The company maintains a stable dividend payout policy at around 35% and has no immediate plans to increase the payout ratio despite strong growth [30] - There are ongoing considerations for M&A expansions, with a strong intention to speed up the process [31] Q&A Session Summary Question: Regarding AI trends and Southeast Asia opportunities - Management noted that AI computing demand has driven revenue growth in Southeast Asia, with infrastructure computing demand being a significant factor [18] Question: Details on CloudStar's business development - Management discussed the advantages of CloudStar in multi-cloud management and scheduling, emphasizing increased investment in R&D and AI capabilities [23] Question: Future dividend strategy - The company plans to maintain a stable dividend payout ratio at around 35% and balance business development with dividend payouts [30] Question: Revenue guidance for the next few years - Management indicated that while forecasting business in China is challenging, there are many opportunities in overseas markets, particularly in Southeast Asia [32]