Neo-Concept International Group Holdings Limited reports revenue growth, net income turnaround, and increased selling expenses for H1 2024.
Quiver AI Summary
Neo-Concept International Group Holdings Limited (NCI) announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ending June 30, 2024, reporting a revenue of approximately HK$79.3 million (US$10.2 million), a 1.7% increase from the previous year's HK$78.0 million. This growth was primarily driven by a significant rise in retail sales of owned-branded apparel in the UK, which surged by 95.3% to HK$11.5 million. Meanwhile, sales of private-label products declined by 5.9%. NCI also noted a shift from a net loss of approximately HK$5.2 million in 2023 to a net income of about HK$1.4 million in 2024. The company increased its selling, general, and administrative expenses by 12.7%, attributed to higher staff and rental costs. Basic and diluted earnings per share improved from a loss of HK$0.29 to a gain of HK$0.07 per share.
Potential Positives
- Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024, increased by approximately 1.7% compared to the same period in 2023, indicating stable performance and growth.
- The company achieved net income of approximately HK$1.4 million (US$0.2 million) for the first half of 2024, a significant turnaround from a net loss of approximately HK$5.2 million in the same period of 2023.
- Owned-branded apparel retail sales in the United Kingdom experienced a substantial increase of 95.3%, highlighting successful expansion and consumer demand.
- The basic and diluted earnings per share improved to approximately HK$0.07 (US$0.01) from a loss per share of (HK$0.29) in the prior year, demonstrating improved profitability on a per-share basis.
Potential Negatives
- Despite a reported net income of approximately HK$1.4 million for the first half of 2024, the overall revenue increase was a minimal 1.7%, raising concerns about the company's ability to sustain growth in a competitive market.
- The significant 12.7% increase in selling, general, and administrative expenses signals potential management inefficiencies, as it outpaced revenue growth.
- A 5.9% decrease in sales of private-labelled apparel products indicates a potential weakness in a major product line, which could impact overall profitability and market position.
FAQ
What were the financial results of NCI for the first half of 2024?
For the six months ended June 30, 2024, NCI reported revenue of approximately HK$79.3 million and net income of HK$1.4 million.
How did NCI's revenue change from 2023 to 2024?
NCI's revenue increased by approximately 1.7% from HK$78.0 million in 2023 to HK$79.3 million in 2024.
What contributed to the increase in NCI's net income?
The net income increased primarily due to a rise in revenue and gross profit, moving from a loss of HK$5.2 million to a profit of HK$1.4 million.
How did expenses change for NCI in the first half of 2024?
Selling, general, and administrative expenses increased by approximately 12.7% to HK$15.9 million due to higher staff and rental costs.
What is Neo-Concept International Group Holdings Limited's business focus?
NCI is a one-stop apparel solution provider offering services in the apparel supply chain, focusing on eco-friendly practices and retail sales.
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Full Release
HONG KONG, Dec. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Neo-Concept International Group Holdings Limited (“NCI” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: NCI), today announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2024.
Overview:
- Revenue was approximately HK$79.3 million (US$10.2 million) for the six months ended June 30, 2024, representing an increase of approximately 1.7% from the same period in 2023.
- Net income was approximately HK$1.4million (US$0.2 million) for the six months ended June 30, 2024 (2023: net losses approximately HK$5.2 million).
Six Month Financial Results Ended June 30, 2024
Revenue. Revenue increased by approximately 1.7% from approximately HK$78.0 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023 to approximately HK$79.3 million (approximately US$10.2 million) for the six months ended June 30, 2024. The increase was mainly caused by the increase in retail sales of owned-branded apparel products in the United Kingdom by 95.3% to HKD11.5 million (approximately US$1.5 million) for the six months ended June 30, 2024, from HKD5.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023 as a result of full period operation of new retail outlets in London. The increase in retail sales of owned-branded apparel products was offset by the decrease in sales of private-labelled apparel products, which decreased by approximately 5.9% to approximately HK$67.8 million (approximately US$4.3 million) for the six months ended June 30, 2024 from approximately HK$72.0 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023.
Selling, general and administrative expenses. Selling, general and administrative expenses increased by approximately 12.7% from approximately HK$13.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023 to approximately HK$15.9 million (US$2.0 million) for the six months ended June 30, 2024, which was mainly due to (i) increase in staff costs from increase in payroll to our staff and fees to our independent directors; (ii) increase in rental and office expenses due to operation expansion such as new retail outlets.
Other income, net. Other income representing agency fee received increased approximately HK$2.4 million (approximately US$0.3 million) for the six months ended June 30, 2024.
Income tax expense. Income tax expense was nil for the for the six months ended June 30, 2024 (six months ended June 30, 2023: nil) as we either incurred tax losses or we had available tax losses brought forward.
Net income. Net income increased by approximately HK$6.6 million to approximately HK$1.4 million (US$0.2 million) for the for the six months ended June 30, 2024 from net losses of approximately HK$5.2 million for the for the six months ended June 30, 2023, which was mainly due to the increase in both revenue and gross profit.
Basic and diluted EPS . Basic and diluted EPS were approximately HK$0.07 (US$0.01) per ordinary share for the six months ended June 30, 2024, as compared to loss per share of (HK$0.29) per ordinary share for the six months ended June 30, 2023, respectively.
About Neo-Concept International Group Holdings Limited
Neo-Concept International Group Holdings Limited (“NCI”) is a one-stop apparel solution services provider. It offers a full suite of services in the apparel supply chain, including market trend analysis, product design and development, raw material sourcing, production and quality control, and logistics management serving customers located in the European and North American markets. It also sells its own branded apparel products under the brand “Les100Ciels” through retail stores in UK as well as the e-commerce platform www.les100ciels.com.
NCI is dedicated to minimizing its environmental footprint by implementing various eco-friendly practices. It prioritizes recycling, clean processes, and traceable sourcing as part of its commitment to reducing environmental impact. Additionally, NCI actively seeks sustainable solutions throughout the garment production process, aiming to meet the needs of its customers in an environmentally responsible manner.
Exchange Rate Information
This announcement contains translations of certain HK$ amounts into U.S. dollars (“US$”) at specified rates solely for the convenience of the reader. Unless otherwise stated, all translations from HK$ to US$ were made at the rate of HK$7.8083 to US$1.00, the exchange rate on June 28, 2024 set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the Federal Reserve Board. The Company makes no representation that the HK$ or US$ amounts referred could be converted into US$ or HK$, as the case may be, at any particular rate or at all.
SAFE HARBOR STATEMENTS
Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company’s current expectations and projections about future events that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “is/are likely to,” “potential,” “continue” or other similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company’s registration statement and other filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov.
Enquiries:
Neo-Concept International Group Holdings Limited Investor Relations Contact:
10/F, Seaview Centre
No.139-141 Hoi Bun Road
Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong
(+852) 2798-8639
Email: ir@neo-ig.com
| NEO-CONCEPT INTERNATIONAL GROUP HOLDINGS LIMITED UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS | ||||||||||||
| December 31, | As of June 30, | |||||||||||
| 2023 | 2024 | 2024 | ||||||||||
| HKD | HKD | US$ | ||||||||||
| ASSETS | ||||||||||||
| CURRENT ASSETS | ||||||||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | 5,849,306 | 4,673,976 | 598,591 | |||||||||
| Accounts receivable, net | 32,343,592 | 21,542,687 | 2,758,947 | |||||||||
| Other current assets, net | 20,225,722 | 53,316,186 | 6,828,143 | |||||||||
| Inventories, net | 5,320,199 | 5,462,892 | 699,626 | |||||||||
| Total current assets | 63,738,819 | 84,995,741 | 10,885,307 | |||||||||
| OTHER ASSETS | ||||||||||||
| Property and equipment, net | 1,297,682 | 2,690,729 | 344,599 | |||||||||
| Right-of-use assets, net | 23,884,854 | 24,513,952 | 3,139,474 | |||||||||
| Intangible assets, net | — | 15,391,236 | 1,971,138 | |||||||||
| Other non-current assets, net | 1,695,473 | 2,406,626 | 308,214 | |||||||||
| Tax recoverable | — | 1,704,657 | 218,313 | |||||||||
| Total non-current assets | 26,878,009 | 46,707,200 | 5,981,738 | |||||||||
| Total assets | 90,616,828 | 131,702,941 | 16,867,045 | |||||||||
| LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ DEFICIT | ||||||||||||
| CURRENT LIABILITIES | ||||||||||||
| Bank borrowings | 30,753,400 | 51,047,760 | 6,537,628 | |||||||||
| Accruals and other payables | 3,205,704 | 6,261,628 | 801,919 | |||||||||
| Due to related parties | 34,243,244 | 49,087 | 6,287 | |||||||||
| Operating lease liabilities | 708,829 | 1,622,876 | 207,840 | |||||||||
| Tax payable | 916,436 | — | — | |||||||||
| Total current liabilities | 69,827,613 | 58,981,351 | 7,553,674 | |||||||||
| NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES | ||||||||||||
| Operating lease liabilities | 23,176,025 | 22,891,076 | 2,931,634 | |||||||||
| Total non-current liabilities | 23,176,025 | 22,891,076 | 2,931,634 | |||||||||
| Total liabilities | 93,003,638 | 81,872,427 | 10,485,308 | |||||||||
| COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES | — | — | — | |||||||||
| SHAREHOLDERS’ (DEFICIT) EQUITY | ||||||||||||
| Ordinary shares: US$0.0000625 par value, 800,000,000 shares authorized as of December 31, 2023 and June 30, 2024, 18,000,000 shares and 20,320,000 issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2023 and June 30, 2024, respectively | 8,775 | 9,906 | 1,269 | |||||||||
| Additional paid-in capital | 55,091,225 | 105,776,106 | 13,546,624 | |||||||||
| Accumulated other comprehensive income | 844,791 | 963,495 | 123,394 | |||||||||
| Accumulated losses | (58,331,601 | ) | (56,918,993 | ) | (7,289,550 | ) | ||||||
| Total shareholders’ (deficit) equity | (2,386,810 | ) | 49,830,514 | 6,381,737 | ||||||||
| Total liabilities and shareholders’ (deficit) equity | 90,616,828 | 131,702,941 | 16,867,045 | |||||||||
| NEO-CONCEPT INTERNATIONAL GROUP HOLDINGS LIMITED UNAUDITED CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF INCOME AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME | ||||||||||||
| For the six months ended June 30, | ||||||||||||
| 2023 | 2024 | 2024 | ||||||||||
| HKD | HKD | US$ | ||||||||||
| REVENUES, NET | 77,915,027 | 79,256,623 | 10,150,305 | |||||||||
| COST OF REVENUES | ||||||||||||
| - Related parties | (22,713,298 | ) | (21,206,685 | ) | (2,715,916 | ) | ||||||
| - External | (43,040,030 | ) | (41,690,622 | ) | (5,339,270 | ) | ||||||
| (65,753,328 | ) | (62,897,307 | ) | (8,055,186 | ) | |||||||
| Gross profit | 12,161,699 | 16,359,316 | 2,095,119 | |||||||||
| EXPENSES | ||||||||||||
| Selling and marketing | (1,232,254 | ) | (2,045,399 | ) | (261,952 | ) | ||||||
| General and administrative | (12,618,644 | ) | (13,827,207 | ) | (1,770,834 | ) | ||||||
| Total expenses | (13,850,898 | ) | (15,872,606 | ) | (2,032,786 | ) | ||||||
| (LOSS) INCOME FROM OPERATION | (1,689,199 | ) | 486,710 | 62,333 | ||||||||
| OTHER (EXPENSES) INCOME | ||||||||||||
| Interest income | 10,038 | 49,895 | 6,390 | |||||||||
| Interest expense | (3,478,595 | ) | (1,460,788 | ) | (187,081 | ) | ||||||
| Other income | — | 2,361,596 | 302,447 | |||||||||
| Other loss, net | (20,063 | ) | (24,805 | ) | (3,177 | ) | ||||||
| Total other (expenses) and income, net | (3,488,620 | ) | 925,898 | 118,579 | ||||||||
| (LOSS) INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXE EXPENSES | (5,177,819 | ) | 1,412,608 | 180,912 | ||||||||
| INCOME TAX EXPENSES | — | — | — | |||||||||
| NET (LOSS) INCOME | (5,177,819 | ) | 1,412,608 | 180,912 | ||||||||
| FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATION ADJUSTMENT | (1,230,850 | ) | 118,704 | 15,202 | ||||||||
| TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS) INCOME | (6,408,669 | ) | 1,531,312 | 196,114 | ||||||||
| Weighted average number of ordinary shares: | ||||||||||||
| Basic and diluted | 18,000,000 | 18,892,308 | 18,892,308 | |||||||||
| (LOSS) EARNINGS PER SHARE | (0.29 | ) | 0.07 | 0.01 | ||||||||
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