Realord Group Holdings Limited

Press Release

2019-05-10

2019-03-29

Realord Group Announces Full Year 2018 Results: Profit Attributable to the Shareholder reaching near 290% to HK$363M sets All-Time High (March 29, 2018 - Hong Kong) Realord Group Holdings Limited (“Realord” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries collectively known as the “Group”, stock code: 01196.HK) is pleased to announce its unaudited annual results for the twelve months ended 31 December 2018 (“the Year”). During the year under review, the total revenue increased to HK$811 million, representing an increase of 6.3% as compared to HK$763 million in FY2017. The Group recorded a huge increase with approximately 245% in the profit as HK$383.7 million this year, compared to HK$111.2 million in FY2017. OVERVIEW OF FULL YEAR 2018 RESULTS (UNAUDITED) FY2018 (HK$’000) FY2017 (HK$’000) Change (%) Total Revenue 811,039 762,959 +6.30% Profit 383,711 111,221 +244.99% Profit Attributable to the Equity Holders 363,282 93,254 +289.56% Profit before Tax 555,949 166,281 +234.34% Gross Profit 181,728 141,508 +28.42% Earnings Per Share (HK Cents) 26.89 8.11 +231.57% Net Asset Value 2.17 0.93 +133.33% Bank balances and Cash 896,544 61,477 +1358.34% Total Assets 11,421,669 2,175,492 +425.02% Net Current Assets 1,078,500 200,562 +437.73% Total Equity 2,932,426 1,103,998 +165.62% Benefited from an increase in profit margin derived from the Environmental Protection Segment from 9.4% to 15.9% and the fair value gains on investment properties of approximately HK$671.4 million (2017: HK$155.7 million), which was partly offset by the deferred taxation imposed on the fair value gains of approximately HK$166.1 million (FY2017: HK$48.8 million) as well as the finance costs of approximately HK$424 million (FY2017: HK$30.8 million), the profit attributable to the shareholders from HK$93.25 million in FY2017 rose to HK$363.2 million this year, which is about 289.56% year-over-year. The basic earnings per share is up from HK$8.11 cents in 2017 to HK$26.89 cents this year, with an increase of approximately 231.57%, whereas the net asset value is up from HK$0.93 in FY2017 to HK$2.17 in FY2018 with 133.33%. Business Segments Summary: Environmental Protection Segment Recorded HK$571 million, as 70.4% of the Group’s Total Revenue. The profit of this business segment reached HK$67.3 million for the year, representing an increase of 28.74% as compared with HK$52.30 in FY2017. In February 2017, the Group completed the acquisition of 60% of the issued share capital of Realord Environmental Protection (REP) from a vendor at a maximum consideration of $HK60 million, including HK$25 million in cash and 5 million consideration shares (HK$7.00 per share, involving an amount of HK$35 million). According to the agreement, if REP has achieved a profit target not less than HK$15 million in FY2016, 750,000 consideration shares shall be allotted and issued by the Company to the vendor; if the profit target was not less than HK$35 million in FY2017, 1,750,000 consideration shares shall be allotted and issued by the Company to the vendor; if the profit target was not less than HK$50 million in FY2018, 2,500,000 consideration shares shall be allotted and issued by the Company to the vendor The Profit contributed by Environmental Protection Segment in FY2016 and FY2017 were HK$29.25 million and HK$46.17 million respectively which exceeded the profit targets from an agreement, and therefore the Group has granted 750,000 and 1,750,000 consideration shares to the vendor accordingly. In the second quarter of 2018, new environmental protection regulations were launched in the PRC which have tightened the import requirement of scrap materials since 31 December 2018. As a result, the Group postponed its plan to develop a processing plant in the PRC for recycling and production of copper and aluminum ingots to second half of 2019 To expand business overseas and look for suitable location in East or Southeast Asian Regions to develop another processing plant for dismantling, crushing, and smelting of scrap materials. Motor Vehicle Parts Segment Representing 15.7% of the Group’s total revenue during the year, the Motor Vehicle Parts Segment recorded a significant increase by 46.3% to approximately HK$127.1 million as compared to HK$86.9 million in FY2017. Substantial growth in revenue was mainly attributable to expansion of operation in Guangzhou during the year. However, the increase in revenue was offset by increase in administrative and operating expenses incurred for expansion of the Guangzhou operation. The segment became breakeven for the year as compared to an operating profit of approximately HK$0.6 million for the last year. In view of high rental expense incurred for a retail store in Hong Kong, the Group has ceased the retail business in Hong Kong since November. The Group is now shifting its focus to sales at online platforms and automobile sales service shops, which concentrates target customers in Guangzhou, the PRC. Such change could reduce operating costs and at the same time capture the market trend as well as enhance distribution network in Guangzhou. Commercial Printing Segment Contributed approximately HK$82.4 million, representing 10.2% of the Group’s total revenue during the year. There was an increase by 17.6% to approximately HK$82.4 million as compared to HK$70 million in FY2017. As a result of procured several IPO and merger and acquisition transaction engagements and implemented certain cost control activities during the year, the operating profit of approximately HK$2.3 million as compared to loss of approximately HK$8.1 million in FY2017. Property Investment Segment Recorded a revenue of approximately HK$19.5 million during the year, representing 2.4% of the total revenue of the Group. The revenue from this business decreased by 3.3% to approximately HK$19.5 million as compared to approximately HK$20.2 million in the last year. However, due to the substantial increase in fair value gains on investment properties in Shenzhen resulted from the acquisition of a commercial/apartment building, retail shops and all car parking spaces of “Realord Villas” located in Longhua and 2 blocks of office building (“Realord Technology Park”) in Guangming during the year amounted to approximately HK$671.4 million (2017: HK$155.7 million), the profit from this segment increased to approximately HK$316.2 million during the year as compared to the profit of approximately HK$169.2 million in the last year. The Directors are of the view that the acquisition would largely enhance the Group’s portfolio of investment properties and strengthen the property investment business of the Group by creating additional stream of stable rental income and potential capital gain for the Group. The Group expects that the renovation project of Realord Villas and Realord Technology Park will be completed in late 2019 and mid 2020 respectively, and commence business in early 2020 and late 2020, respectively. Financial Services Segment HK$10.3 million, as 1.3% of the Group’s total revenue, was recorded during the year which maintains a similar level as compared to HK$10.8 million in FY2017. On 23 May 2016, the Group entered into an agreement with 5 other independent third parties to set up a joint venture security company named “Yuegang Securities Limited” (“Security Company”) in Pilot Free Trade Zone, Nanshan District, Guangzhou to carry out securities businesses in the PRC. Upon establishment, the Group agreed to subscribe 10% equity interests of the Security Company with RMB350 million in cash. The application for the approval was filed to China Securities Regulatory Commission (the “CSRC”) in July 2016 and under review as at the reporting date. In September 2018, the Group acquired the entire issued share capital of a Hong Kong company which is licensed to carry out Type 4 (advising on securities) and Type 9 (asset management) regulated activities under the Securities and Futures Ordinance (“SFO”) and authorized by the Hong Kong Confederation of Insurance Brokers as an intermediary to broker long term insurance under Insurance Ordinance (Chapter 41 of the Laws of Hong Kong). In December 2018, the Group acquired 60% entire issued share capital of Optima Capital Limited (the “OCL”), a corporation with licenses to carry out Type 1 (dealing in securities), Type 4 (advising on securities) and Type 6 (advising on corporate finance) regulated activities under the SFO. It principally engages in providing corporate finance advisory services in Hong Kong. The Group believes that the two acquisitions will help strengthen its Financial Services Business in Hong Kong and will complement its existing services portfolio, provide more comprehensive services to customers, and to broaden its client base. Hangtags Segment The Hangtag Segment contributed a revenue of approximately HK$1.0 million, representing 0.1% of the Group’s total revenue during the year. The revenue from the Hangtag Segment further decreased by 62.3% as compared to the revenue of the last year of approximately HK$2.6 million. The decrease was mainly resulted from less orders received from customers, which were mainly from the garment industry. Through implementation of cost control measures, included outsourcing the manufacturing processes, the segment remained breakeven for both this year and the last year. Dr. Bryan Lin, Xiaohui, Chairman of Realord Group expresses “The Group will continue to explore more for opportunities in investment and expansions, particularly the unveil of Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area development plan will bring us unlimited business chances, therefore we are confident in maintaining a momentum to our business in the coming year.” - End -

2019-03-15

Chairman Dr. Bryan Lin Attends Shenzhen Futian District Federation of Industry and Commerce (General Chamber of Commerce) the 4th Second Executive Committee Meeting and the Spring Dinner On 14th March, Futian District Federation of Industry and Commerce (General Chamber of Commerce) the 4th Second Executive Committee Meeting and the Spring Dinner were held. Vice Chairman of Shenzhen Federation of Industry and Commerce Feng Dechong, Member of the Standing Committee of Futian District and the Director of the United Front Work Department Liu Junlin, Deputy director of the Standing Committee of the District People’s Congress Chen Huiming, Futian District CPPCC Vice Chairman Zhu Dongbo attended, and this event was presided by Deputy Director of United Front Work Department of Futian District, Secretary of the Party Committee and Executive Vice Chairman of Futian Federation of Industry and Commerce. Member of Shenzhen CPPCC, Member of Standing Committee of Shenzhen Futian CPPCC, Chairman of Futian District Federation of Industry and Commerce (General Chamber of Commerce), Chairman of Realord Group Holdings Limited reported the annual work in this year. Total 62 companies were awarded in the meeting and those awards included Futian’s “Integrity & Trustworthy Companies in Guangdong Province” in 2017, “The fastest growing, the most innovative, and the most brand-influenced Companies” in 2018 organized by All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, and China Business Times, and “Caring Companies”, which fulfill corporate social responsibility, offered by Futian District Federation of Industry and Commerce (General Chamber of Commerce). Realord Group was awarded as a “Caring Company”.

2019-03-12

Shenzhen Futian District Standing Committee, member of the Party Committee Liu Baiting visited Realord Group On 12th March, Shenzhen Futian District Standing Committee, member of the Party Committee Liu Baiyan visited Realord Group. Shenzhen Futian District CPPCC Vice Chairman Liu Yuxin, Shenzhen Futian District Housing and Construction Bureau Director Yang Zhandong, Shenzhen Futian District Federation of Industry and Commerce & General Chamber of Commerce Party Secretary & Executive Vice Chairman Shi Youjun, Shenzhen Futian District Federation of Industry and Commerce & General Chamber of Commerce, Member of the Party Committee and Vice Chairman Wang Zhenyuan and other leaders accompanied the visit. Shenzhen Futian District Federation of Industry and Commerce & General Chamber of Commerce Chairman, Realord Group Holdings Limited Chairman Dr. Bryan Lin Xiaohui, Realord Commercial Management (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd. Chairman Yu Lai and Deputy General Manager Luo Yuwen, Realord Estate (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd. Deputy General Manager Li Tianfu, Chairman Assistant Xie Wenzhong were responsible for meeting. Dr. Bryan Lin Xiaohu gave a detailed introduction of the company development to the visitors. After listening to Dr. Bryan Lin’s introduction, Liu Baiting expressed his affirmation and appreciation for the company’s development and achievements. Liu said the visit is aimed to understanding companys’ needs, to solve the difficulties, and to help the companies flourish. . Dr. Bryan Lin Xiaohui sincerely thanked the leaders for taking time to visit, and hoped that the Futian district government would concern more to Realord Group in the future.

2019-02-25

Realord Chairman Dr. Bryan Lin signs a “Millions Miles & Millions Enterprises” credit commitment contract Guided by the Guangdong Provincial Development and Reform Commission and the Shenzhen Municipal Government, hosted by the Municipal Development and Reform Commission and cohosted by Futian District Government, the “Integrity Construction with miles way” launch ceremony and Bay Area Credit finance Development Summit were held at Shenzhen Civic Center. Dr. Bryan Lin Xiaohui, chairman of Realord Group Holdings Limited and other nine representatives of the private enterprises signed “Millions Miles & Millions Enterprises” credit commitment contracts. Dr. Bryan Lin Xiaohui, chairman of Realord Group Holdings Limited expressed that it was an honor for him representing the Group to take participation on the event. Integrity is the traditional virtue in the Chinese Society. Realord Group has always been committed to “becoming one of the most trustworthy and influential enterprises”. Witnessed and supported by various departments from the provincial and municipal government, we believe that this event is will beneficial to our company, be more focused on the vision and development in the future. Realord Group is willing to be a pioneer to make contribution to Shenzhen’s enterprise integrity system. “Integrity Construction with miles way” is a campaign launched by Chinese government since 2018, which aims to create a good atmosphere of “know integrity, use integrity and keep integrity”, to promote the participation of the whole society and to provide strong moral support for economic and social development.

2019-02-21

Full Caring Foundation Executive Vice Chairman Yue Yi Visited Realord Group On February 20, 2019, Executive Vice Chairman of Full Caring Foundation, former Vice Chairman and Vice President of Bank of China (Hong Kong) Mr. Yue Yi, Shenzhen CPPCC Member, Chairman of Taxi Drivers & Operators Association (“TDOA”) Huang Yifeng, the general secretary of TDOA Huang Daihai visited headquarter of Realord Group. Mr Yue highly appreciated the efforts made by Realord Group, Dr. Bryan Lin Xiaohui and the staff in past 13 years, by adhering a spirit of the company “innovation and development, pursuit of excellence”. Yue Yi was a one of the famous banker in China. In June 2008, he was awarded the “Chinese Retail Banker of the Year” by The Asian Banker. More Important, he left the management work from the bank and approaches the Hong Kong grassroots level, and now serves as the executive vice chairman of Full Caring Foundation, lending a hands to the grassroots in Hong Kong, precisely caring for the community, and exerting the unremitting efforts for the people's livelihood project.

2019-02-04

Realord Chairman Dr. Bryan Lin wishes you a Happy Chinese New Year 2019 The Lunar Chinese New Year is coming soon, on behalf of Realord Group, I would like to express my warm greetings and festival wishes to all the colleagues and the one who cares about Realord Group! This year, at the 40th anniversary of China's reform and opening up, it is also a fulfilling year for the Group. Led by the Chinese PRC government, thousands of dream achievers, including us and the Group, inspiring and encouraging each other, steadily moving forward! This year is also the 13th year of the group's establishment, the fourth year of “Realord Group” listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, and the second year of the Group becoming the eligible securities of Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect. The Group's integrated business model has been developed rapidly. Each of the financial indicators hits new high and our Group was ranked as 22nd of 150 in the Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect’s Fastest Growing Companies from “2018 Golden Wing Awards”, and then we received “2018 Distinguished Listed Company” awarded by TVB Finance & Information Channel. Thanks to Realord Staffs’ diligence and contributions, the above achievements were made and I am really appreciated for all the things that they have been doing for the Group. Thank you for their enthusiasm and efforts. Thank you all of you. The future is full of opportunities and challenges. No matter how the international situation changes, our group will surely grasp the new opportunities under the new era, reviewing the situation, forging ahead, and of course not to forget the original intention and mission, so as to achieve our greatest "Realord Dream"! Thank you all!

2018-12-12

Realord Chairman Dr. Bryan Lin attends the opening ceremony of the "Greater Bay Area Homeland Development Fund" The opening ceremony of the "Greater Bay Area Homeland Development Fund" and the "Greater Bay Area Homeland Youth Fund" was hosted on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on 12th December. The Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor, the Commissioner of Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Xie Feng, the Deputy Director of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong S.A.R, Qiu Hong, and the Deputy Director of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong S.A.R, Chen Dong were invited to attend the activity. Dr. Bryan Lin Xiaohui, Chairman of Realord Group Holdings Limited, also known as the vice chairman of the funds, also attended the event. Carrie Lam struck the “Gong” to launch the opening, and then gave her speech: "Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macau Greater Bay Area, through the complementary advantages of the 11 cities within the bay area, is dedicated to enhance its global competitiveness as the world-class Bay area, which is suitable for live, work and travel. The newly established funds aim to support the development of Hong Kong's science and technology, and to promote re-industrialization as well. Those objectives were coincided with the key works made by the government of Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macau. Also, the fund establishment is a big help for the youth who may encounter the difficulties such as studies, employment and startups in the Greater Bay Area. Dr. Bryan Lin, Chairman of Realord Group said: "We are pleased to witness the unveiling of the "Greater Bay Area Homeland Development Fund" and the "Greater Bay Area Homeland Youth Fund" and we look forward to create a better quality of living homeland in the Greater Bay with the youth altogether. Dr. Bryan Lin, Chairman of Realord Group Holdings Limited (right) & Mr. Calvin Choi, Board member and Senior Vice President of Greater Bay Area Investment Group (GBAIG) (left) are also the Vice Chairman of the Funds.