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2021 Annual Report Summary

Core Content

The 2021 Annual Report of Glory Sun Land Group Limited provides an overview of the Group's financial performance, business operations, and strategic direction across various sectors, including property development and investment, cultural sports and entertainment, and commodity trading.

Main Points

Financial Performance

• Revenue: The Group's revenue for the year ended 31 December 2021 was HK$5,504.3 million, representing a decrease of approximately 18.7% compared to the prior year.
• Profit/(Loss) Before Tax: Profit before tax was HK$223.798 million, a significant drop of 35.6% from the prior year.
• Profit/(Loss) for the Year: The Group reported a profit of HK$304.709 million for the year, showing a net improvement despite the overall decline in revenue.
• Earnings Per Share: Basic earnings per share was HK$6.41, indicating a positive performance in terms of shareholder returns.
• Equity: Total equity attributable to the owners of the Company was HK$2,953,934 million, with non-controlling interests at HK$1,838,023 million.

Strategic Focus

• The Group continued to focus on property development and investment, particularly in strong first-tier, new first-tier, and strong second-tier cities within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
• The Group also developed an integrated platform for cultural, sports, and entertainment activities, enhancing its brand presence in the market.

Business Operations

• Property Development: The Group had eight property development projects in six cities, with a total gross construction floor area exceeding 2.80 million square meters. It managed to deliver several projects ahead of schedule and achieved good market responses for its sales.
• Cultural Sports and Entertainment: The Group expanded its offerings in children's entertainment, fitness, and KTV. Xiao Mu Tong Playroom (Xili Shop) attracted over 240,000 visitors, while the new fitness club and KTV club were launched in 2021.
• Commodity Trading: The Group focused on non-ferrous metal trading, particularly copper cathodes and zinc ingots, and improved its operational efficiency and profitability through strategic supplier agreements.

Organizational Changes

• The Group disposed of its equity interests in Shenzhen Xinhengchuang Industrial Company Limited and Yue Jin Asia Limited in 2021 to reduce debt pressure and streamline operations.
• A resumption compensation agreement was signed for the Shenyang Fuyou Commercial Building, which was an investment property.
• The Group also completed a share placement in April 2021 and a distribution of interim dividends in December 2021, affecting its ownership structure.

Key Information

Governance Structure

• Executive Directors: Yao Jianhui (Chairman), Xia Lingjie (Chief Executive Officer), and Zhang Xiaodong (resigned in October 2021).
• Non-Executive Director: Zhan Yushan.
• Independent Non-Executive Directors: He Suying, Tang Lai Wah, and Wong Chun Bong.
• Key Committees: Audit Committee, Development Committee, Investment Committee, Nomination Committee, Risk Management Committee, and Salary Review Committee.

Legal and Financial Advisors

• Legal Advisers: Baker & McKenzie, Cheung Yan & Associates.
• Auditor: BDO Limited, Certified Public Accountants and Registered Public Interest Entity Auditor in Hong Kong.

Main Business Locations

• Hong Kong Main Office: 18/F., Wing On Centre, 111 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong.
• Share Registrar and Transfer Office: Tricor Investor Services Limited, Level 54, Hopewell Centre, 183 Queen's Road East, Hong Kong.

Stock Information

• Stock Code: 299.
• Interim Results Announcement: 26 August 2021.
• Final Results Announcement: 31 March 2022.
• Annual General Meeting: 1 June 2022.

Financial Highlights

• Asset and Liability Status: Total assets were HK$20,150,319 million, while total liabilities were HK$15,358,362 million, resulting in equity of HK$4,791,957 million.
• Cash Flow: The Group focused on improving cash flow through asset disposal, sales acceleration, and efficient fund utilization.

Outlook and Strategy

• The Group aims to align with national industrial direction, enhance strategic flexibility, and explore more financing methods to ensure operational stability and improve shareholder returns.
• The real estate industry is expected to transition to an inventory-centric era, emphasizing transactions, operations, and services.
• The Group will continue to optimize its industrial layout, expand financing channels, and build a healthy debt structure and capital status to support its high-quality development.