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Dadi International Group Limited Proxy Solicitation & Information Statement 2008

Dec 28, 2008

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Proxy Solicitation & Information Statement

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THIS CIRCULAR IS IMPORTANT AND REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION

If you are in any doubt about any aspect of this circular or as to the action to be taken, you should consult your licensed securities dealer, bank manager, solicitor, professional accountant or other professional advisers.

If you have sold or transferred all your shares in the Company, you should at once hand this circular, together with the accompanying form of proxy, to the purchaser or transferee or to the bank, stockbroker or other agent through whom the sale or transfer was effected for transmission to the purchaser or transferee. This circular is addressed to the shareholders of the Company in connection with extraordinary general meeting of the Company to be held on 14 January 2009. This circular is not and does not constitute an offer of, nor is it intended to invite offers for, shares in or other securities of the Company.

The Stock Exchange and HKSCC take no responsibility for the contents of this circular, make no representation as to its accuracy or completeness and expressly disclaim any liability whatsoever for any loss howsoever arising from or in reliance upon the whole or any part of the contents of this circular.

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(Incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability)

(Stock Code: 8130)

(1) OPEN OFFER OF 1,131,207,381 OFFER SHARES ON THE BASIS OF NINE OFFER SHARES FOR EVERY ONE EXISTING SHARE HELD ON THE RECORD DATE;

(2) VERY SUBSTANTIAL ACQUISITION: SUBSCRIPTION OF GC CONVERTIBLE BONDS;

(3) RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTORS;

(4) PROPOSED CHANGE OF BOARD LOT SIZE; AND

(5) NOTICE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING Underwriter

KINGSTON SECURITIES LIMITED

Independent Financial Adviser to the Independent Board Committee and the Independent Shareholders Grand Cathay Securities (Hong Kong) Limited

Terms used in this cover page have the same meanings as defined in this circular.

The letter from the Independent Financial Adviser is set out on pages 45 to 57 of this circular. The letter from the Independent Board Committee is set out on page 44 of this circular. To qualify for the Open Offer, a Shareholder must be registered as a member of the Company on the Record Date, which is currently expected to be Wednesday, 14 January 2009. In order to be registered as a member of the Company on the Record Date, Shareholders must lodge any transfers of Shares (with the relevant Share certificate(s)) with the Registrar by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, 8 January 2009. The last day of dealings in Shares on a cum-entitlement basis is therefore expected to be Tuesday, 6 January 2009. The Shares will be dealt with on an exentitlement basis from Wednesday, 7 January 2009.

A notice convening the EGM to be held at Unit 1611, 16/F., Shun Tak Centre, West Tower, 168-200 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, 14 January 2009 is set out on pages 332 to 335 of this circular. If you are unable to attend the meeting in person, you are requested to complete and return the enclosed form of proxy in accordance with the instructions printed thereon and deposit it with the Registrar at 26th Floor, Tesbury Centre, 28 Queen’s Road East, Wanchai, Hong Kong as soon as possible and in any event not less than 48 hours before the time appointed for holding the EGM. Completion and return of the form of proxy will not preclude you from attending and voting in person at the EGM if you so wish. The Underwriting Agreement (as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement) contains provisions granting Kingston Securities, by notice in writing, the right to terminate Kingston Securities’ obligations thereunder on the occurrence of certain events. Kingston Securities may terminate the Underwriting Agreement (as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement) on or before the Latest Time for Termination if prior to the Latest Time for Termination:

  • (1) in the absolute opinion of Kingston Securities, the success of the Open Offer would be materially and adversely affected by:

  • (a) the introduction of any new law or regulation or any change in existing law or regulation (or the judicial interpretation thereof) or other occurrence of any nature whatsoever which may in the absolute opinion of Kingston Securities materially and adversely affect the business or the financial or trading position or prospects of the Group as a whole or is materially adverse in the context of the Open Offer; or

  • (b) the occurrence of any local, national or international event or change (whether or not forming part of a series of events or changes occurring or continuing before, and/or after the date hereof) of a political, military, financial, economic or other nature (whether or not ejusdem generis with any of the foregoing), or in the nature of any local, national or international outbreak or escalation of hostilities or armed conflict, or affecting local securities markets which may, in the absolute opinion of Kingston Securities materially and adversely affect the business or the financial or trading position or prospects of the Group as a whole or materially and adversely prejudice the success of the Open Offer or otherwise makes it inexpedient or inadvisable to proceed with the Open Offer; or

(2) any adverse change in market conditions (including without limitation, any change in fiscal or monetary policy, or foreign exchange or currency markets, suspension or material restriction or trading in securities) occurs which in the absolute opinion of Kingston Securities is likely to materially or adversely affect the success of the Open Offer or otherwise makes it inexpedient or inadvisable to proceed with the Open Offer; or

  • (3) there is any change in the circumstances of the Company or any member of the Group which in the absolute opinion of Kingston Securities will adversely affect the prospects of the Company, including without limiting the generality of the foregoing the presentation of a petition or the passing of a resolution for the liquidation or winding up or similar event occurring in respect of any of member of the Group or the destruction of any material asset of the Group; or

  • (4) any event of force majeure including, without limiting the generality thereof, any act of God, war, riot, public disorder, civil commotion, fire, flood, explosion, epidemic, terrorism, strike or lock-out; or

(5) any other material adverse change in relation to the business or the financial or trading position or prospects of the Group as a whole whether or not ejusdem generis with any of the foregoing; or

(6) any matter which, had it arisen or been discovered immediately before the date of the Prospectus and not having been disclosed in the Prospectus, would have constituted, in the absolute opinion of any of Kingston Securities, a material omission in the context of the Open Offer; or

(7) any suspension in the trading of securities generally or the Company’s securities on the Stock Exchange for a period of more than ten consecutive business days, excluding any suspension in connection with the clearance of the Announcement or the Prospectus Documents or other announcements or circulars in connection with the Open Offer, Kingston Securities shall be entitled by notice in writing to the Company, served prior to the Latest Time for Termination, to terminate the Underwriting Agreement (as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement).

Kingston Securities shall be entitled by notice in writing to rescind the Underwriting Agreement (as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement) if prior to the Latest Time for Termination:

  • (1) any material breach of any of the representations, warranties or undertakings contained in the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement comes to the knowledge of Kingston Securities; or

  • (2) any Specified Event comes to the knowledge of Kingston Securities.

Any such notice shall be served by Kingston Securities prior to the Latest Time for Termination and thereupon the obligations of all parties under the Underwriting Agreement (as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement) shall terminate and no party shall have any claim against any other party for costs, damages, compensation or otherwise save for any antecedent breaches.

  • If the Underwriting Agreement (as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement) is terminated by Kingston Securities on or before the aforesaid deadline or does not become unconditional, the Open Offer will not proceed.

The Shares will be dealt in on an ex-entitlement basis from Wednesday, 7 January 2009 and the Open Offer is conditional. If the conditions of the Open Offer are not satisfied by the relevant date(s) or, if no such date is specified, the Latest Time for Termination or such later date or dates as Kingston Securities may agree with the Company in writing, or the Underwriting Agreement (as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement) is terminated by Kingston Securities, the Open Offer will not proceed and will lapse. Any persons contemplating buying or selling Shares from the date of the Announcement up to the date on which all the conditions of the Open Offer are satisfied bear the risk that the Open Offer may not become unconditional or may not proceed. Any Shareholders or other persons contemplating dealing in the Shares are recommended to consult their own professional advisers.

29 December 2008

CHARACTERISTICS OF GEM

GEM has been positioned as a market designed to accommodate companies to which a high investment risk may be attached than other companies listed on the Stock Exchange. Prospective investors should be aware of the potential risks of investing in such companies and should make the decision to invest only after due and careful consideration. The greater risk profile and other characteristics of GEM mean that it is a market more suited to professional and other sophisticated investors. Given the emerging nature of companies listed on GEM, there is a risk that securities traded on GEM may be more susceptible to high market volatility than securities traded on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange and no assurance is given that there will be a liquid market in the securities traded on GEM.

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CONTENTS

Page
Characteristics of GEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
i
Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1
Expected timetable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
Letter from the Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11
Letter from the Independent Board Committee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
44
Letter from the Independent Financial Adviser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
45
Appendix I
— Financial information on the Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

58
Appendix II — Financial information on the GC Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
150
Appendix III — Unaudited pro forma financial information
of the Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
302
Appendix IV — General information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
319
Notice of EGM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
332

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DEFINITIONS

In this Circular, unless the context requires otherwise, the following expressions have the following meanings:

“acting in concert” has the meaning ascribed to this term under the Codes
“Announcement” the announcement of the Company dated 4 December 2008
relating to, among other things, the Open Offer and the
Subscription
“Application Form(s)” the application form(s) for use by the Qualifying Shareholders
to apply for the Offer Shares
“Articles” the articles of association adopted by the Company, and
Article” shall mean a article of the Articles
“associates” has the meaning ascribed to this term under the GEM Listing
Rules
“Board” the board of Directors
“Business Day” a day (other than a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday or
days on which) on which licensed banks are generally open
for business in Hong Kong throughout their normal business
hours
“Business Power” Business Power Holdings Limited, a company incorporated in
the British Virgin Islands with limited liability and its entire
issued share capital is owned as to 50% by Mr. Lei and as to
50% by Ms. Lok Hoi Yan (the spouse of Mr. Lei)
“CCASS” the Central Clearing and Settlement System established and
operated by HKSCC
“Circular” the circular to Shareholders, which will have annexed thereto
the notice convening the EGM
“Circular Documents” the Circular, the notice convening the EGM and the proxy
form for use at the EGM
“Codes” The Codes on Takeovers and Mergers and Share Repurchases
“Companies Ordinance” the Companies Ordinance, Chapter 32 of the Laws of Hong
Kong

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DEFINITIONS
“Company” Brilliant Arts Multi-Media Holding Limited, a company
incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and
the Shares are listed on GEM
“connected person(s)” has the meaning ascribed to this term under the GEM Listing
Rules
“CS Consideration Shares” the new GC Shares to be alloted and issued pursuant to the
conditional sale and purchase agreement dated 26 November
2008 entered into by Golife, as announced by Golife on 8
December 2008
“CS Convertible Bond” the convertible bond in the principal amount of HK$100
million to be issued by Golife pursuant to the conditional sale
and purchase agreement date 26 November 2008 entered into
by Golife, as announced by Golife on 8 December 2008
“CSE Convertible Bond” the convertible bond in the principal amount of HK$60 million
to be issued by Golife pursuant to the subscription agreement
dated 26 November 2008 entered into by Golife with China
Star Entertainment Limited, as announced by Golife on 8
December 2008
“CSL” Classical Statute Limited, a company incorporated in the
British Virgin Islands with limited liability, the entire issued
share capital of which is wholly and beneficially owned by
Glenstone Investments Limited, which is in turn owned as to
60% by Porterstone and as to 40% by Mr. Heung Wah Keung
“CSL Convertible Bond” the zero coupon convertible bond in the outstanding principal
amount of HK$1.0 million due 2012 issued by the Company
to CSL pursuant to a subscription agreement entered into
between the Company and CSL dated 12 March 2007
“CSL Undertaking” an irrevocable undertaking dated 27 November 2008 given
by CSL in favour of the Company and Kingston Securities,
further details of which are set out in the paragraph
headed “Undertaking given by CSL” in the section headed
“Underwriting Arrangement” in this Circular
“Director(s)” director(s) of the Company

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DEFINITIONS

  • “Eagle Mate” Eagle Mate Limited, a company incorporated in the British Virgin Islands with limited liability and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Business Power

  • “EGM” the extraordinary general meeting of the Company to be convened and held at Unit 1611, 16/F, Shun Tak Centre, West Tower, 168-200 Connaught Road, Hong Kong at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, 14 January 2009 for the purposes of considering and approving, among other things, the Open Offer, the Subscription and the Re-election of Directors

  • “Enlarged Group” the Group and the GC Group following the conversion of the GC Convertible Bonds into the GC Conversion Shares by the Group amounting to 29.99% of the then issued share capital of Golife

  • “Excess Application Form” the form of application for excess Offer Shares

  • “GC Conversion Share(s)” the GC Share(s) which may fall to be allotted and issued upon exercise of the conversion rights attaching to the GC Convertible Bonds

  • “GC Convertible Bonds” the zero coupon convertible bonds in an aggregate principal amount of HK$100 million to be issued by Golife in five tranches of HK$20 million each due on the tenth anniversary of the date of issue for such tranche of the Subscription to the Company pursuant to the Subscription Agreement during the Subscription Period

  • “GC Existing Convertible collectively (i) the convertible bond of HK$3,200,000 Bonds” conferring rights to convert a total of 33,684,210 GC Shares on basis of an adjusted conversion price of HK$0.095 per GC Share (subject to adjustment); (ii) the convertible bonds in an aggregate principal amount of HK$35,000,000 conferring rights to convert a total of 280,000,000 GC Shares on the basis of an initial conversion price of HK$0.125 per GC Share (subject to adjustment); and (iii) the convertible bond of HK$7,000,000 conferring rights to convert a total of 56,000,000 GC Shares on the basis of an adjusted conversion price of HK$0.125 per GC Share (subject to adjustment)

  • “GC Group”

Golife and its subsidiaries

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DEFINITIONS
“GC Placing” a placing of 53,000,000 new GC Shares at a placing price of
HK$0.075 per new GC Share pursuant to the general mandate
granted to the directors of Golife as announced by Golife on
28 November 2008 and completed on 10 December 2008
“GC Open Offer” an open offer to GC Shareholders for subscription of up
to a maximum of 279,681,928 new GC Shares on the basis
of every five issued GC Shares for two new GC Shares
at a subscription price of HK$0.05 per new GC Share as
announced by Golife on 28 November 2008
“GC Share(s)” share(s) of HK$0.05 each in the share capital of Golife
“GC Shareholder(s)” holder(s) of the GC Share(s)
“GC Share Options” options granted under the share option scheme of Golife
adopted on 6 March 2002
“Golife” Golife Concepts Holdings Limited, a company incorporated
in the Cayman Islands with limited liability whose shares are
listed on GEM
“GEM” Growth Enterprise Market of the Stock Exchange
“GEM Listing Rules” the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on GEM
“Grand Cathay” Grand Cathay Securities (Hong Kong) Limited, a licensed
corporation to carry out types 1 (dealing in securities), 6
(advising on corporate finance) and 9 (asset management)
regulated activities as defined in Schedule 5 of the SFO
being appointed as the independent financial adviser
to advise the Independent Board Committee and the
Independent Shareholders in relation to the Open Offer
“Group” the Company and its subsidiaries
“HKSCC” Hong Kong Securities Clearing Company Limited
“Hong Kong” Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s
Republic of China

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DEFINITIONS

  • “Independent Board Committee”

  • a committee of the Board, comprising all independent nonexecutive Directors to advise the Independent Shareholders on the Open Offer

  • “Independent Financial Grand Cathay, which have been appointed by the Company as Adviser” the independent financial adviser to the Independent Board Committee and the Independent Shareholders in respect of the Open Offer

  • “Independent Third Party” any person or company and their respective ultimate beneficial owner(s), to the best of the Directors’ knowledge, information and belief having made all reasonable enquiries, are third parties independent of the Company and its connected persons

  • “Independent Shareholder(s)” Shareholders other than Mr. Cheung, Mr. Lei and their respective associates

  • “Kingston Securities” Kingston Securities Limited, a licensed corporation to carry on business in type 1 regulated activity (dealing in securities) under the SFO

  • “Last Trading Day” 26 November 2008, being the last trading day for the Shares before the date of the Announcement

  • “Latest Practicable Date” 24 December 2008, being the latest practicable date prior to the printing of this Circular for inclusion of certain information in this Circular

  • “Latest Time for 4:00 p.m. on Friday, 30 January 2009 or such later time or Acceptance” date as may be agreed between the Company and Kingston Securities, being the latest time for acceptance of, and payment for, the Offer Shares

  • “Latest Time for 4:00 p.m. on the third Business Day after the Latest Time Termination” for Acceptance or such later time or date as may be agreed between the Company and Kingston Securities, being the latest time to terminate the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement

  • “Lei Undertaking” an irrevocable undertaking dated 27 November 2008 given by Mr. Lei in favour of the Company and Kingston Securities, further details of which are set out in the paragraph headed “Undertaking given by Mr. Lei” in the section headed “Underwriting Arrangement” in this Circular

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DEFINITIONS
“Mander” Mander International Limited, a company incorporated
in Hong Kong with limited liability and a wholly-owned
subsidiary of Business Power
“Mr. Cheung” Mr. Cheung Kwok Wai, Elton, an executive Director
“Mr. Kwok” Mr. Kwok Chuen Hung, Dominic, an independent non-
executive Director
“Mr. Lei” Mr. Lei Hong Wai, the Chairman of the Company and an
executive Director
“Offer Share(s)” 1,131,207,381 new Shares proposed to be offered to the
Qualifying Shareholders for subscription on the basis of nine
Offer Shares for every one existing Share held on the Record
Date and payable in full on acceptance pursuant to the Open
Offer
“Open Offer” the proposed issue of the Offer Shares by way of open offer to
the Qualifying Shareholders on the terms to be set out in the
Prospectus Documents and summarised herein
“Overseas Letter” a letter from the Company to the Prohibited Shareholders
explaining the circumstances in which the Prohibited
Shareholders are not permitted to participate in the Open
Offer
“Overseas Shareholders” the Shareholders with registered addresses on the register of
members of the Company which are outside Hong Kong on the
Record Date
“Porterstone” Porterstone Limited, a company incorporated in the British
Virgin Islands with limited liability and its entire issued share
capital is owned by Ms. Chen Ming Yin, Tiffany
“Prohibited Shareholder(s)” those Overseas Shareholder(s) to whom the Board, after
making enquires, considers it necessary or expedient on
account either of legal restrictions under the laws of the
relevant place or the requirements of the relevant regulatory
body or stock exchange in that place not to offer the Offer
Shares to them

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DEFINITIONS
“Prospectus” the prospectus to be issued by the Company in relation to the
Open Offer
“Prospectus Documents” the Prospectus, the Application Form and the Excess
Application Form
“Prospectus Posting Date” 15 January 2009 or such later date as may be agreed between
Kingston Securities and the Company for the despatch of the
Prospectus Documents
“Qualifying Shareholders” the Shareholders, other than the Prohibited Shareholders,
whose names appear on the register of members of the
Company as at the close of business on the Record Date
“Record Date” 14 January 2009, being the date by reference to which
entitlements to the Open Offer will be determined
“Registrar” Tricor Secretaries Limited, 26th Floor, Tesbury Centre, 28
Queen’s Road East, Wanchai, Hong Kong, the branch share
registrar of the Company in Hong Kong
“Settlement Convertible the ten years 3% coupon convertible bond to be issued by
Bond” Golife pursuant to the conditional sale and purchase agreement
dated 26 November 2008 entered into by Golife, as announced
by Golife on 8 December 2008
“SFO” the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Chapter 571 of the
Laws of Hong Kong)
“Share Options” options granted under the share option scheme of the Company
adopted on 2 August 2002
“Share(s)” ordinary share(s) of HK$0.01 in the share capital of the
Company
“Shareholder(s)” holder(s) of the Share(s)
“Specified Event” an event occurring or matter arising on or after the date of
the Underwriting Agreement and prior to the Latest Time
for Termination which if it had occurred or arisen before the
date of the Underwriting Agreement would have rendered any
of the warranties contained in the Underwriting Agreement
as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement untrue or
incorrect in any material respect

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DEFINITIONS
“Stock Exchange” The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited
“Subscription” the subscription of GC Convertible Bonds by the Company
pursuant to the terms and conditions of the Subscription
Agreement
“Subscription Agreement” the subscription agreement dated 26 November 2008 entered
into between the Company and Golife in relation to the
subscription and issue of the GC Convertible Bonds
“Subscription Completion a notice to be given by Golife to the Company pursuant to the
Notice” terms and conditions of the Subscription Agreement
“Subscription Period” the period of five years commencing from the date of passing
the necessary resolutions at the extraordinary general
meeting to be convened by Golife to approve, inter alia, the
Subscription, being the period for subscription of the GC
Convertible Bonds
“Subscription Price” the subscription price of HK$0.04 per Offer Share
“Supplemental Agreement” the supplemental agreement dated 4 December 2008 entered
into between the Company and Kingston Securities in relation
to certain amendments made to the Underwriting Agreement
“Underwriting Agreement” the underwriting agreement dated 27 November 2008 entered
into between the Company and Kingston Securities in relation
to the Open Offer
“Underwritten Shares” 789,648,704 Offer Shares agreed to be underwritten by
Kingston Securities pursuant to the Underwriting Agreement
as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement
“HK$” Hong Kong dollars, the lawful currency of Hong Kong
“%” per cent.

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2008

EXPECTED TIMETABLE

Despatch of Circular Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Monday, 29 December

2009

Last day of dealing in Shares on a cum-entitlement basis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, 6 January

First day of dealing in Shares on an ex-entitlement basis . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, 7 January

Latest time for lodging transfer of Shares in order

to be qualified for the Open Offer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:00 p.m. Thursday, 8 January

Register of members of the Company closes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Friday, 9 January to (both dates inclusive) Wednesday, 14 January

Latest time for lodging the proxy form for the EGM . . . . . . . . 4:30 p.m., Monday, 12 January

EGM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4:30 p.m., Wednesday, 14 January Record Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, 14 January Register of members of the Company reopens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, 15 January

Despatch of Prospectus Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, 15 January Latest time for acceptance of and

payment for Offer Shares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:00 p.m. on Friday, 30 January

Latest time for the Open Offer to

become unconditional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, 4 February

Announcement of the results of the Open Offer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, 4 February Despatch of refund cheques in respect of wholly or

partly unsuccessful excess applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday, 9 February

Share certificates for Offer Shares to be posted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday, 9 February

Dealing in fully-paid Offer Shares commences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, 11 February

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EXPECTED TIMETABLE

EFFECT OF BAD WEATHER ON THE LATEST TIME FOR ACCEPTANCE OF AND PAYMENT FOR OFFER SHARES

The latest time for acceptance of and payment for Offer Shares will not take place if there is:

  1. a tropical cyclone warning signal number 8 or above, or

  2. a “black” rainstorm warning

  3. (i) in force in Hong Kong at any local time before 12:00 noon and no longer in force after 12:00 noon on Friday, 30 January 2009. Instead the latest time of acceptance of and payment for the Open Offer will be extended to 5:00 p.m. on the same Business Day; and

  4. (ii) in force in Hong Kong at any local time between 12:00 noon and 4:00 p.m. on Friday, 30 January 2009. Instead the latest time of acceptance of and payment for the Open Offer will be rescheduled to 4:00 p.m. on the following Business Day which does not have either of those warnings in force at any time between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

If the latest time for acceptance of and payment for the Open Offer does not take place on Friday, 30 January 2009, the dates mentioned above in the section headed “Expected timetable” in this Circular may be affected. An announcement will be made by the Company in such event.

All times stated in this Circular refer to Hong Kong times. Dates stated in this Circular for events in the timetable are indicative only and may be extended or varied. Any changes to the anticipated timetable for the Open Offer will be announced as appropriate.

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LETTER FROM THE BOARD

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(Incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited lability)

(Stock Code: 8130)

Executive Directors: Registered Office: Mr. Lei Hong Wai Cricket Square Hutchins Drive Mr. Cheung Kwok Wai, Elton P.O. Box 2681 Grand Cayman Independent non-executive Directors: KYY-1111 Mr. Leung Wai Man Cayman Island Mr. Man Kong Yui Mr. Kwok Chuen Hung, Dominic Principal place of business in Hong Kong Unit 1611, 16/F Shun Tak Centre West Tower 168-200 Connaught Road Central Hong Kong

29 December 2008

(1) OPEN OFFER OF 1,131,207,381 OFFER SHARES ON THE BASIS OF NINE OFFER SHARES FOR EVERY ONE EXISTING SHARE HELD ON THE RECORD DATE;

(2) VERY SUBSTANTIAL ACQUISITION: SUBSCRIPTION OF GC CONVERTIBLE BONDS;

(3) RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTORS;

(4) PROPOSED CHANGE OF BOARD LOT SIZE;

AND

(5) NOTICE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING

To the Shareholders

Dear Sirs or Madams,

INTRODUCTION

Reference is made to the Announcement that the Board announced the Company proposed to raise approximately HK$45.2 million before expenses, by way of open offer of 1,131,207,381 Offer Shares at a subscription price of HK$0.04 per Offer Share on the basis of nine Offer Shares for every one existing Share held on the Record Date payable in full on acceptance. Qualifying Shareholders are entitled to apply for excess Offer Shares not taken up in excess of their respective entitlements under the Open Offer. The Open Offer will not be extended to the Prohibited Shareholders.

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LETTER FROM THE BOARD

On 4 December 2008, the Board also announced the proposal to change the board lot size for trading of the Shares from 4,000 to 40,000 upon the Open Offer become unconditional.

On 4 December 2008, the Board also announced that the Company and Golife entered into the Subscription Agreement in respect of the subscription of the GC Convertible Bonds in an aggregate principal amount of HK$100 million in five tranches of HK$20 million each during the Subscription Period. Completion of the Subscription is subject to the conditions as set out in the paragraph headed “Conditions precedent” under the section headed “Subscription Agreement dated 26 November 2008” below. Principal terms of the GC Convertible Bonds are set out in the paragraph headed “Principal terms of the GC Convertible Bonds” under the section headed “Subscription Agreement dated 26 November 2008” below. The Subscription constitutes a very substantial acquisition on part of the Company under the GEM Listing Rules.

Reference is also made to the announcements of the Company dated 27 August 2008 and 10 November 2008 respectively in relation to, among other things, the appointment of Mr. Cheung as an executive Director and Mr. Kwok as an independent non-executive Director which are subject to re-election at the next following general meeting of the Shareholders (the “ Re-election of Directors ”) under the Articles.

The purpose of this Circular is to give you further information on, among other things, details of the Open Offer, the Subscription, the proposed change of board lot size, the Reelection of Directors, the recommendation of the Independent Board Committee and the letter from the Independent Financial Adviser to the Independent Board Committee and Independent Shareholders in respect of the Open Offer together with the notice convening the EGM.

OPEN OFFER

Issue statistics

Basis of the Open Offer: Nine Offer Shares for every one existing Share held on the Record Date Subscription Price: HK$0.04 per Offer Share payable in full on acceptance Number of Shares in issue as at 125,689,709 Shares the Latest Practicable Date: Number of Offer Shares: 1,131,207,381 Offer Shares

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  • Number of Offer Shares undertaken to be taken up or procured to be taken up by Mr. Lei

Mr. Lei has given an irrevocable undertaking in favour of the Company and Kingston Securities (a) to subscribe for or procure subscriptions for: (i) 9,484,677 Offer Shares to which Mr. Lei is entitled under the Open Offer; (ii) 162,000,000 Offer Shares to which Eagle Mate is entitled under the Open Offer; and (iii) 34,074,000 Offer Shares to which Mander is entitled under the Open Offer and (b) to procure subscription by Mander for 136,000,000 Offer Shares under Excess Application Form, which, when fully allotted and issued under the Open Offer together with all Shares held by Mr. Lei, Eagle Mate and Mander and their respective associates after the Open Offer, shall represent approximately 28.99% of the issued share capital of the Company on fully diluted basis

  • Number of Offer Shares underwritten by Kingston Securities:

789,648,704 Offer Shares, being the number of the Offer Shares less the aggregate number of the Offer Shares agreed to be taken up or procure to be taken up by Mr. Lei under the Lei Undertaking. Accordingly, the Open Offer is fully underwritten

Number of Shares in issue upon 1,256,897,090 Shares completion of the Open Offer:

Save for the 17,164,789 Share Options held by employees and consultants of the Group and the CSL Convertible Bond, which each of the holders of the Share Options has undertaken not to exercise any of the Share Options held before the Record Date and CSL has undertaken not to exercise any conversion attached thereto under the CSL Undertaking, the Company has no derivatives, options, warrants and conversion rights or other similar rights which are convertible or exchangeable into Shares as at the Latest Practicable Date and has no intention to issue any new Shares or any of the above securities before the Record Date. The breakdown of Share Options held is as to 4,528,932 Share Options and 12,635,857 Share Options to employees and consultants of the Group respectively. Save for Mr. Lei and Mr. Cheung, the executive Directors, are the holders of 1,256,897 Share Options and 1,256,897 Share Options respectively, none of the holders of the Share Options is connected persons of the Company.

Subscription Price

The Subscription Price is HK$0.04 per Offer Share, payable in full on acceptance. The Subscription Price represents:

  • (i) a discount of approximately 87.30% to the closing price of HK$0.315 per Share as quoted on GEM on the Last Trading Day;

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  • (ii) a discount of approximately 40.74% to the theoretical ex-entitlement price of approximately HK$0.0675 per Share based on the closing price of HK$0.315 per Share as quoted on GEM on the Last Trading Day;

  • (iii) a discount of approximately 87.30% to the average of the closing prices of HK$0.315 per Share for the last five consecutive trading days prior to the date of the Underwriting Agreement;

  • (iv) a discount of approximately 87.30% to the average of the closing prices of HK$0.315 per Share for the last ten consecutive trading days prior to the date of the Underwriting Agreement; and

  • (v) a discount of approximately 28.57% to the closing price of HK$0.056 per Share as quoted on GEM on the Latest Practicable Date.

The Subscription Price was arrived at after arm’s length negotiation between the Company and Kingston Securities with reference to, among other things, the prevailing market price of the Shares and the recent financial requirements of the Company in light of the subscription of the GC Convertible Bonds. In view of the recent financial requirements of the Group as mentioned in the section headed “Reasons for the Open Offer and use of proceeds” below and taking into consideration of the theoretical ex-entitlement price per Share, in order to increase the attractiveness of the Open Offer to the Qualifying Shareholders, the Directors (including the independent non-executive Directors) consider that the proposed discount of the Subscription Price is appropriate. Each Qualifying Shareholder is entitled to subscribe for the Offer Shares at the same price in proportion to his/her/its existing shareholding in the Company. The Directors (including the independent non-executive Directors) consider the Subscription Price is fair and reasonable and in the interest of the Company and the Shareholders as a whole.

Status of the Offer Shares

The Offer Shares (when allotted, fully paid and issued) will rank pari passu in all respects with the Shares in issue on the date of allotment and issue of the Offer Shares. Holders of the Offer Shares will be entitled to receive all future dividends and distributions which are declared, made or paid on or after the date of allotment and issue of the Offer Shares.

Certificates of the fully-paid Offer Shares and refund cheques

Subject to fulfillment of the conditions of the Open Offer, share certificates for the Offer Shares are expected to be posted on or before Monday, 9 February 2009 to those entitled thereto by ordinary post at their own risk. Refund cheques in respect of wholly or partially unsuccessful applications for excess Offer Shares are also expected to be posted on or before Monday, 9 February 2009 by ordinary post at their own risk.

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Application for excess Offer Shares

For application of excess Offer Shares, the Company will determine on a fair and equitable basis on the following principles:

  • (1) preference will be given to applications for less than a board lot of Offer Shares where they appear to the Directors that such applications are made to round up odd-lot holdings to whole-lot holdings; and

  • (2) subject to availability of excess Offer Shares after allocation under principle (1) above, the excess Offer Shares will be allocated to Qualifying Shareholders who have applied for excess application based on a pro-rata basis to the excess Offer Shares applied by them, with board lots allocations to be made on a best effort basis.

Fractions of Offer Shares

Fractional entitlements of Offer Shares will not be allotted and will be aggregated. All Offer Shares arising from the aggregation of such fractional entitlements will be sold in the market and, if a premium (net of expenses) can be achieved, the Company will keep the proceeds for its own benefit. Any unsold fractions of Offer Shares will be made available for excess application.

Application for listing

The Company will apply to the GEM Listing Committee of the Stock Exchange for the listing of, and permission to deal in, the Offer Shares.

Closure of register of members

The register of members of the Company will be closed from Friday, 9 January 2009 to Wednesday, 14 January 2009, both dates inclusive, to determine the eligibility of the Open Offer. No transfer of Shares will be registered during this period.

Qualifying Shareholders

The Open Offer is only available to the Qualifying Shareholders. The Company will send (i) the Prospectus Documents to the Qualifying Shareholders and (ii) the Overseas Letter together with the Prospectus, for information only, to the Prohibited Shareholders. To qualify for the Open Offer, the Shareholders must at the close of business on the Record Date:

  • (i) be registered on the register of members of the Company; and

  • (ii) not be the Prohibited Shareholders.

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In order to be registered as members of the Company on the Record Date, the Shareholders must lodge any transfer of the Shares (with the relevant share certificates) for registration with the Registrar by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, 8 January 2009. The address of the Registrar is 26th Floor, Tesbury Centre, 28 Queen’s Road East, Wanchai, Hong Kong.

The invitation to subscribe for the Offer Shares to be made to the Qualifying Shareholders will not be transferable. There will not be any trading in nil-paid entitlements on GEM. The Directors consider that the arrangement of trading in nil-paid entitlements on GEM will involve additional administrative work and costs for the Open Offer, which is not considered to be cost-effective.

Rights of the Overseas Shareholders

If, at the close of business on the Record Date, a Shareholder’s address on the register of members of the Company is in a place outside Hong Kong, that Shareholder may not be eligible to take part in the Open Offer as the Prospectus Documents will not be registered and/or filed under the applicable securities legislation of any jurisdictions other than Hong Kong. The Board will enquire its lawyers as to whether the issue of Offer Shares to the Overseas Shareholders (if any) may contravene the applicable securities legislation of the relevant overseas places or the requirements of the relevant regulatory body or stock exchange pursuant to the GEM Listing Rules. If, after making such enquiry, the Board is of the opinion that it would be necessary or expedient not to offer the Offer Shares to such Overseas Shareholders (if any), no provisional allotment of Offer Shares will be made to such Overseas Shareholders. Accordingly, the Open Offer will not be extended to the Prohibited Shareholders.

As at the Latest Practicable Date, there was one Shareholder whose address as shown on the register of members of the Company is in the British Virgin Islands. To the Directors’ best knowledge, information and belief having made all reasonable enquiries, there is no legal restriction to extend the Open Offer to such Overseas Shareholder. Formal legal opinion will be obtained by the Company before the Record Date and the details of which will be disclosed in the Prospectus.

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UNDERWRITING ARRANGEMENT

Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement

Date: 27 November 2008 (as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement dated 4 December 2008) Underwriter: Kingston Securities Number of Offer Shares Pursuant to the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the underwritten: Supplemental Agreement, Kingston Securities has conditionally agreed to underwrite 789,648,704 Offer Shares (other than the Offer Shares agreed to be taken up by Mr. Lei under the Lei Undertaking) which are not taken up on the fifth Business Day following (but excluding) the Latest Time for Acceptance or such later date as the Company and Kingston Securities may agree. Accordingly, the Open Offer is fully underwritten.

Kingston Securities and its ultimate beneficial owners are Independent Third Parties.

The Open Offer is conditional upon, inter alia, the entering into of binding agreements by Kingston Securities with certain placees and/or sub-underwriters for placing and/or subunderwriting the Offer Shares, such that none of (i) Kingston Securities together with its parties acting in concert nor (ii) any of the placees and/or sub-underwriters and their respective parties acting in concert shall in aggregate be interested in 10% or more of the issued share capital of the Company as enlarged by the Open Offer and the public float of 25% will be maintained after the completion of the Open Offer. Such condition is nonwaivable pursuant to the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement.

Undertaking given by Mr. Lei

Mr. Lei has given the Lei Undertaking in favour of the Company and Kingston Securities (a) to subscribe for or procure subscriptions for: (i) 9,484,677 Offer Shares to which Mr. Lei is entitled under the Open Offer; (ii) 162,000,000 Offer Shares to which Eagle Mate is entitled under the Open Offer; and (iii) 34,074,000 Offer Shares to which Mander is entitled under the Open Offer and (b) to procure subscription by Mander for 136,000,000 Offer Shares under Excess Application Form, which, when fully allotted and issued under the Open Offer and together with all Shares held by Mr. Lei, Eagle Mate and Mander and their respective associates after the Open Offer, shall represent 28.99% of the issued share capital of the Company on fully diluted basis.

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Undertaking given by CSL

CSL, being the legal and beneficial owner of 10,909,090 Shares and the holder of the CSL Convertible Bond, has given the CSL Undertaking in favour of the Company and Kingston Securities not to subscribe or procure subscription for the 98,181,810 Offer Shares to which CSL is entitled to under the Open Offer and not to exercise any of its conversion rights attached to the CSL Convertible Bond before completion of the Open Offer.

Undertakings given by holders of the Share Options

All holders of Share Options have given irrevocable undertakings in favour of the Company and Kingston Securities not to exercise any of the Share Options held by them before the Record Date. There are total of 17,164,789 Share Options as at the Latest Practicable Date. The Company will procure all grantees of Share Options to be granted before the Record Date, if any, to give irrevocable undertakings in favour of the Company and Kingston Securities not to exercise any of the Share Options held by them before the Record Date.

Termination of the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement

If, prior to the Latest Time for Termination,

  • (1) in the absolute opinion of Kingston Securities, the success of the Open Offer would be materially and adversely affected by:

  • (a) the introduction of any new law or regulation or any change in existing law or regulation (or the judicial interpretation thereof) or other occurrence of any nature whatsoever which may in the absolute opinion of Kingston Securities materially and adversely affect the business or the financial or trading position or prospects of the Group as a whole or is materially adverse in the context of the Open Offer; or

  • (b) the occurrence of any local, national or international event or change (whether or not forming part of a series of events or changes occurring or continuing before, and/or after the date thereof) of a political, military, financial, economic or other nature (whether or not ejusdem generis with any of the foregoing), or in the nature of any local, national or international outbreak or escalation of hostilities or armed conflict, or affecting local securities markets which may, in the absolute opinion of Kingston Securities materially and adversely affect the business or the financial or trading position or prospects of the Group as a whole or materially and adversely prejudice the success of the Open Offer or otherwise makes it inexpedient or inadvisable to proceed with the Open Offer; or

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  • (2) any adverse change in market conditions (including without limitation, any change in fiscal or monetary policy, or foreign exchange or currency markets, suspension or material restriction or trading in securities) occurs which in the absolute opinion of Kingston Securities is likely to materially or adversely affect the success of the Open Offer or otherwise makes it inexpedient or inadvisable to proceed with the Open Offer; or

  • (3) there is any change in the circumstances of the Company or any member of the Group which in the absolute opinion of Kingston Securities will adversely affect the prospects of the Company, including without limiting the generality of the foregoing the presentation of a petition or the passing of a resolution for the liquidation or winding up or similar event occurring in respect of any of member of the Group or the destruction of any material asset of the Group; or

  • (4) any event of force majeure including, without limiting the generality thereof, any act of God, war, riot, public disorder, civil commotion, fire, flood, explosion, epidemic, terrorism, strike or lock-out; or

  • (5) any other material adverse change in relation to the business or the financial or trading position or prospects of the Group as a whole whether or not ejusdem generis with any of the foregoing; or

  • (6) any matter which, had it arisen or been discovered immediately before the date of the Prospectus and not having been disclosed in the Prospectus, would have constituted, in the absolute opinion of any of Kingston Securities, a material omission in the context of the Open Offer; or

  • (7) any suspension in the trading of securities generally or the Company’s securities on GEM for a period of more than ten consecutive Business Days, excluding any suspension in connection with the clearance of the Announcement or the Prospectus Documents or other announcements or circulars in connection with the Open Offer,

Kingston Securities shall be entitled by notice in writing to the Company, served prior to the Latest Time for Termination, to terminate the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement.

Kingston Securities shall be entitled by notice in writing to rescind the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement if prior to the Latest Time for Termination:

  • (1) any material breach of any of the representations, warranties or undertakings contained in the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement comes to the knowledge of Kingston Securities; or

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  • (2) any Specified Event comes to the knowledge of Kingston Securities.

Any such notice shall be served by Kingston Securities prior to the Latest Time for Termination and thereupon the obligations of all parties under the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement shall terminate and no party shall have any claim against any other party for costs, damages, compensation or otherwise save for any antecedent breaches.

Conditions of the Open Offer

The Open Offer is conditional upon:

  • (1) the delivery to the Stock Exchange for authorisation and the registration with the Registrar of Companies in Hong Kong respectively one copy of each of the Prospectus Documents duly signed by two Directors (or by their agents duly authorised in writing) as having been approved by resolution of the Directors (and all other documents required to be attached thereto) and otherwise in compliance with the GEM Listing Rules and the Companies Ordinance not later than the Prospectus Posting Date;

  • (2) the posting of the Prospectus Documents to the Qualifying Shareholders and the posting of the Prospectus and a letter in the agreed form to the Prohibited Shareholders, if any, for information purpose only explaining the circumstances in which they are not permitted to participate in the Open Offer on or before the Prospectus Posting Date;

  • (3) the GEM Listing Committee of the Stock Exchange granting or agreeing to grant (subject to allotment) and not having withdrawn or revoked listing of and permission to deal in the Offer Shares by no later than the first day of dealings of the Offer Shares;

  • (4) the passing of a resolution by the Shareholders to approve, among others, the Open Offer at the EGM;

  • (5) the obligations of Kingston Securities becoming unconditional and that the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement is not terminated in accordance with its terms;

  • (6) compliance with and performance of all undertakings and obligations of the Company under the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement;

  • (7) compliance with and performance of all undertakings and obligations of Mr. Lei under the Lei Undertaking;

  • (8) compliance with and performance of all undertakings and obligations of CSL under the CSL Undertaking;

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  • (9) compliance with and performance of all undertakings and obligations of the holders of Share Options not to exercise any of the Share Options held by them before the Record Date; and

  • (10) the entering into of binding agreements by Kingston Securities with certain placees and/or sub-underwriters, which shall be Independent Third Parties, for placing and/or sub-underwriting the Offer Shares, such that none of (i) Kingston Securities together with its parties acting in concert nor (ii) any of the placees and/or sub-underwriters and their respective parties acting in concert shall in aggregate be interested in 10% or more of the issued share capital of the Company as enlarged by the Open Offer.

The conditions precedent are incapable of being waived. If the conditions precedent are not satisfied in whole or in part by the Company by the Latest Time for Termination or such other date as the Company and Kingston Securities may agree, the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement shall terminate and no party shall have any claim against any other party for costs, damages, compensation or otherwise save for any antecedent breaches. For the avoidance of doubts, the Subscription and the Open Offer are not inter-conditional.

As at the Latest Practicable Date, none of the above conditions has been fulfilled.

Warning of the risk of dealings in the Shares

Shareholders and potential investors should note that the Open Offer is conditional upon the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement having become unconditional and Kingston Securities not having terminated the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement in accordance with the terms thereof. Accordingly, the Open Offer may or may not proceed.

Shareholders and potential investors should exercise extreme caution when dealing in the Shares, and if they are in any doubt about their position, they should consult their professional advisers.

Shareholders should note that the Shares will be dealt in on an ex-entitlement basis commencing from Wednesday, 7 January 2009 and that dealing in Shares will take place while the conditions to which the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement is subject remain unfulfilled. Any Shareholder or other person dealing in Shares up to the date on which all conditions to which the Open Offer is subject are fulfilled (which is expected to be on Wednesday, 4 February 2009), will accordingly bear the risk that the Open Offer cannot become unconditional and may not proceed. Any Shareholder or other person contemplating selling or purchasing Shares, who is in any doubt about his/her/its position, is recommended to consult his/her/its own professional adviser.

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EFFECTS ON SHAREHOLDING STRUCTURE

As at the Latest Practicable Date, the Company had an authorised share capital of HK$30,000,000 divided into 3,000,000,000 Shares of which 125,689,709 Shares are issued and fully paid up. The existing and enlarged shareholding structures of the Company immediately before and after the completion of (i) the Open Offer, (ii) the conversion rights attached to the Share Options being exercised in full and (iii) the conversion rights attached to the CSL Convertible Bond being exercised in full (assuming that there are no other changes in the issued share capital of the Company) are set out below:

Mr. Lei
Eagle Mate
Mander
Kingston Securities_(Note 1)_
CSL
Billion Era Group Limited
Mr. Cheung
Holders of the Share Options
(except Mr. Lei and Mr. Cheung)
Other public Shareholders
As at the Latest
Practicable Date
No. of
Shares
Approx.
percentage
1,053,853
0.84%
18,000,000
14.32%
3,786,000
3.01%


10,909,090
8.68%
17,142,857
13.64%
1,053,853
0.84%


73,744,056
58.67%
As at the Latest
Practicable Date
No. of
Shares
Approx.
percentage
1,053,853
0.84%
18,000,000
14.32%
3,786,000
3.01%


10,909,090
8.68%
17,142,857
13.64%
1,053,853
0.84%


73,744,056
58.67%
Immediately after
completion of the Open
Offer (assuming no
Qualifying Shareholders
take up their respective
entitlements under the
Open Offer except
Mr. Lei, Mander and
Eagle Mate)
No. of
Shares
Approx.
percentage
10,538,530
0.84%
180,000,000
14.32%
173,860,000
13.83%
789,648,704
62.83%
10,909,090
0.87%
17,142,857
1.36%
1,053,853
0.08%


73,744,056
5.87%
Immediately after
completion of the Open
Offer (assuming no
Qualifying Shareholders
take up their respective
entitlements under the
Open Offer except
Mr. Lei, Mander and
Eagle Mate)
No. of
Shares
Approx.
percentage
10,538,530
0.84%
180,000,000
14.32%
173,860,000
13.83%
789,648,704
62.83%
10,909,090
0.87%
17,142,857
1.36%
1,053,853
0.08%


73,744,056
5.87%
Immediately after
completion of the Open
Offer (assuming all
Qualifying Shareholders
take up his/her/its
entitlements under the
Open Offer except CSL)
No. of
Shares
Approx.
percentage
10,538,530
0.84%
180,000,000
14.32%
136,041,810
10.82%


10,909,090
0.87%
171,428,570
13.64%
10,538,530
0.84%


737,440,560
58.67%
Immediately after
completion of the Open
Offer (assuming all
Qualifying Shareholders
take up his/her/its
entitlements under the
Open Offer except CSL)
No. of
Shares
Approx.
percentage
10,538,530
0.84%
180,000,000
14.32%
136,041,810
10.82%


10,909,090
0.87%
171,428,570
13.64%
10,538,530
0.84%


737,440,560
58.67%
Immediately after
completion of the Open
Offer (assuming all
Qualifying Shareholders
take up his/her/its
entitlements under the
Open Offer except CSL)
and upon the conversion
rights attached to the
Share Options being
exercised in full
No. of
Shares
Approx.
percentage
11,795,427
0.93%
180,000,000
14.13%
136,041,810
10.68%


10,909,090
0.85%
171,428,570
13.45%
11,795,427
0.93%
14,650,995
1.15%
737,440,560
57.88%
Immediately after
completion of the Open
Offer (assuming all
Qualifying Shareholders
take up his/her/its
entitlements under the
Open Offer except CSL)
and upon the conversion
rights attached to the
Share Options being
exercised in full
No. of
Shares
Approx.
percentage
11,795,427
0.93%
180,000,000
14.13%
136,041,810
10.68%


10,909,090
0.85%
171,428,570
13.45%
11,795,427
0.93%
14,650,995
1.15%
737,440,560
57.88%
Immediately after
completion of the Open
Offer (assuming all
Qualifying Shareholders
take up his/her/its
entitlements under the
Open Offer) and upon
the conversion rights
attached to the Share
Options being exercised
in full and upon the
conversion rights
attached to the CSL
Convertible Bond being
exercised in full
No. of
Shares
Approx.
percentage
11,795,427
0.93%
180,000,000
14.12%
136,041,810
10.67%


11,427,224
0.90%
171,428,570
13.45%
11,795,427
0.93%
14,650,995
1.15%
737,440,560
57.85%
Immediately after
completion of the Open
Offer (assuming all
Qualifying Shareholders
take up his/her/its
entitlements under the
Open Offer) and upon
the conversion rights
attached to the Share
Options being exercised
in full and upon the
conversion rights
attached to the CSL
Convertible Bond being
exercised in full
No. of
Shares
Approx.
percentage
11,795,427
0.93%
180,000,000
14.12%
136,041,810
10.67%


11,427,224
0.90%
171,428,570
13.45%
11,795,427
0.93%
14,650,995
1.15%
737,440,560
57.85%
125,689,709 100.00% 1,256,897,090 100.00% 1,256,897,090 100.00% 1,274,061,879 100.00% 1,274,580,013 100.00%

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Note:

  • (1) For illustration purpose only. Such scenario will never occur as the Open Offer is conditional upon, inter alia, the entering into of binding agreements by Kingston Securities with certain placees and/or sub-underwriters for placing and/or sub-underwriting the Offer Shares, such that none of (i) Kingston Securities together with its parties acting in concert nor (ii) any of the placees and/or sub-underwriters and their respective parties acting in concert shall in aggregate be interested in 10% or more of the issued share capital of the Company as enlarged by the Open Offer.

REASONS FOR THE OPEN OFFER AND USE OF PROCEEDS

The estimated net proceeds from the Open Offer will be approximately HK$43.8 million. The Board intends to apply such proceeds from the Open Offer to finance the Subscription.

The estimated expenses in relation to the Open Offer, including financial, legal and other professional advisory fees, underwriting commission, printing and translation expenses, of approximately HK$1.4 million, will be borne by the Company. Having considered other fund raising alternatives for the Group, such as bank borrowings and placing of new securities of the Company, and taking into account the benefits and cost of each of the alternatives, the Open Offer allows the Group to strengthen its balance sheet without facing the increasing interest rates. The Board considers that the Open Offer is in the interest of the Company and the Shareholders as a whole as it offers all the Qualifying Shareholders an equal opportunity to participate in the enlargement of the capital base of the Company and enables the Qualifying Shareholders to maintain their proportionate interests in the Company and continue to participate in the future development of the Company should they wish to do so. However, those Qualifying Shareholders who do not take up the Offer Shares to which they are entitled should note that their shareholdings in the Company will be diluted.

The Directors (including the independent non-executive Director) consider that the Open Offer is fair and reasonable and in the interests of the Company and the Shareholders as a whole having taken into account the terms of the Open Offer.

FUND RAISING ACTIVITIES IN THE PAST TWELVE MONTHS

The Company has not conducted any other fund raising activities in the past twelve months before the Latest Practicable Date.

LISTING AND DEALINGS

The Company will apply to the GEM Listing Committee for the listing of, and permission to deal in, the Offer Shares.

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None of the securities of the Company is listed or dealt in on any other stock exchange other than GEM and no such listing or permission to deal is being or is proposed to be sought.

Subject to the grant of listing of, and permission to deal in, the Offer Shares on GEM as well as compliance with the stock admission requirements of HKSCC, the Offer Shares will be accepted as eligible securities by HKSCC for deposit, clearance and settlement in CCASS with effect from the commencement date of dealings in the Offer Shares on GEM or such other dates as determined by HKSCC. Settlement of transactions between participants of the Stock Exchange on any trading day is required to take place in CCASS on the second trading day thereafter. All activities under CCASS are subject to the General Rules of CCASS and CCASS Operational Procedures in effect from time to time.

All necessary arrangements will be made to enable the Offer Shares to be admitted into CCASS.

It is proposed that the board lot size for trading of the Shares be changed from 4,000 to 40,000 upon the Open Offer become unconditional. As such, the Offer Shares will be traded in board lots of 40,000. Dealings in Offer Shares will be subject to the payment of the applicable stamp duty and any other applicable fees and charges in Hong Kong.

The first day of dealings in the Offer Shares is expected to commence on Wednesday, 11 February 2009.

SUBSCRIPTION AGREEMENT DATED 26 NOVEMBER 2008

1) Parties

Issuer: Golife

Subscriber: the Company

To the best of the knowledge, information and belief of the Directors and having made all reasonable enquiries, save for (i) Ms. Chan Mei Sau, Teresina, being the holder of the GC Existing Convertible Bonds in an aggregate principal amount of HK$38.20 million conferring rights to convert a total of 313,684,210 GC Shares, is the spouse of Mr. Cheung, an executive Director and (ii) Mr. Lai Hok Lim, a former independent non-executive Director who resigned on 10 November 2008, is an executive director of Golife, each of Golife and its beneficial owners is independent of and not connected with the Company, the directors, chief executive, substantial shareholders or management shareholders of the Company or any of its subsidiaries or any of their respective associates or its connected persons and is not a connected person of the Company.

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2) Principal terms of the GC Convertible Bonds

  • Principal amount: In the aggregate sum of HK$100 million which will be issued by Golife in five tranches of HK$20 million each at the aggregate price of HK$100 million, being 100% of the face value of the GC Convertible Bonds.

  • Subscription price: HK$20 million, being the subscription price of each tranche of the Subscription, shall be payable by the Company to Golife at completion of each tranche of the Subscription in cash.

The subscription price of each tranche of the Subscription shall be funded by the net proceeds of the Open Offer and internal resources of the Group.

  • Interest rate: The GC Convertible Bonds shall not carry any interest.

  • Maturity date: Unless previously redeemed, repurchased and cancelled or converted, any outstanding GC Convertible Bonds shall be redeemed on the date falling on the tenth anniversary of the date of issue of such tranche of the GC Convertible Bonds.

  • Ranking: The GC Convertible Bonds constitute general and unsecured obligations of Golife and rank equally among themselves and pari passu with all other present and future unsecured and unsubordinated obligations of Golife.

  • Early redemption: Golife may at any time upon the date of issue and before the maturity date of the GC Convertible Bonds, by serving at least seven days’ prior written notice on the bondholder(s) with the total amount proposed to be redeemed from the bondholder(s) specified therein, redeem the GC Convertible Bonds at par.

  • Conversion: Provided that any conversion of the GC Convertible Bonds (i) does not trigger off a mandatory offer under rule 26 of the Codes on the part of the Company and its parties acting in concert which exercised the conversion right and (ii) will not cause the public float of Golife unable to meet the requirement under the GEM Listing Rules, the Company will have the right to convert the whole or part of the principal amount of the GC Convertible Bonds into GC Shares at any time and from time to time, from the date of issue of the GC Convertible Bonds in amounts of not less than a whole multiple of HK$1 million on each conversion.

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Conversion price:

The conversion price is initially HK$0.05 per GC Conversion Share, subject to adjustment for, among other matters, subdivision or consolidation of GC Shares, rights issue, extraordinary stock or cash distribution, and other dilutive events (which are the standard anti-dilution adjustment) (i) from the date of the extraordinary general meeting to be convened by Golife to approve, among others, the Subscription and the issue of the GC Convertible Bonds until the date immediately before the issue date of the GC Convertible Bonds; and (ii) from the date of issue of such tranche of the GC Convertible Bonds). The initial conversion price represents:

  • (a) a discount of 18.03% to the closing price of HK$0.061 per GC Share as quoted on GEM on 18 November 2008, being the last trading date prior to the date of the Subscription Agreement; and

  • (b) a discount of approximately 43.82% to the average of the closing prices of HK$0.089 per GC Share for the last five trading days ended on 18 November 2008, being the last trading date prior to the date of the Subscription Agreement.

The conversion price is arrived at after arm’s length negotiation between the parties to the Subscription Agreement and is based on the closing price per GC Share at HK$0.061 as quoted on GEM on 18 November 2008, being the last trading date prior to the date of the Subscription Agreement, and taking into account the future prospect of the GC Group.

Voting:

The bondholder(s) will not be entitled to attend or vote at any general meeting of Golife by reason only of it being the holder of the GC Convertible Bonds.

Transfer: The bondholder(s) may only assign or transfer the GC Convertible Bonds to the transferee subject to the consent of Golife.

Based on the conversion price of HK$0.05 per GC Conversion Share, a maximum number of 2,000,000,000 GC Conversion Shares will be allotted and issued upon exercise of the conversion rights attached to the GC Convertible Bonds in full, which represent: (i) approximately 608.04% of the issued share capital of Golife as at the

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Latest Practicable Date; and (ii) approximately 85.88% of the issued share capital of Golife as enlarged by the allotment and issue of the GC Conversion Shares upon the exercise in full of the conversion rights attaching to the GC Convertible Bonds in full.

The GC Conversion Shares will rank pari passu in all respects with the GC Shares in issue as at the date of allotment and issue of the GC Conversion Shares.

No application will be made for listing of, or permission to deal in, the GC Convertible Bonds on GEM or any other stock exchange. Application will be made by Golife to the GEM Listing Committee of the Stock Exchange for the listing of, and permission to deal in, the GC Conversion Shares.

3) Conditions precedent

Completion is conditional upon the fulfillment of the following conditions precedent:

  • (a) the GEM Listing Committee of the Stock Exchange shall have granted the listing of and permission to deal in the GC Conversion Shares;

  • (b) (if necessary) the passing by the GC Shareholders of the necessary resolution at the extraordinary general meeting to be convened and held to approve the issue of the GC Convertible Bonds and the transactions contemplated thereunder including but not limited to the allotment and issue of the GC Conversion Shares;

  • (c) (if necessary) the passing the Shareholders of the necessary resolution at the EGM to approve the Subscription and the transactions contemplated thereunder;

  • (d) there being no event existing or having occurred and no condition being in existence which would be (after the issue of the GC Convertible Bonds) an event of default under the GC Convertible Bonds and no event or act having occurred which, with the giving of notices, or the lapse or time, or both, would (after the issue of the GC Convertible Bonds), constitute such an event of default;

  • (e) the Company being satisfied in its absolute discretion with the results of the due diligence review to be conducted on the assets, liabilities, affairs and operations of the GC Group;

  • (f) the representations and warranties given by Golife to the Company under the Subscription Agreement remaining true, accurate and complete in all material respects; and

  • (g) all necessary consents and approvals required to be obtained on the part of the Company and Golife in respect of the Subscription Agreement and the transactions contemplated thereby having been obtained.

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If any of the above conditions are not fulfilled on or before the date falling 180 days from the date of the Subscription Agreement or such other date as the Company and Golife may agree, the Subscription Agreement will lapse and become null and void and the parties shall be released from all obligations hereunder, save the liabilities for any antecedent breaches thereof. For the avoidance of doubts, the Subscription and the Open Offer are not inter-conditional.

As at the Latest Practicable Date, none of the above conditions has been fulfilled.

4) Completion

Completion shall take place on the date as specified in the Subscription Completion Notice for each tranche of the Subscription which in any event shall not be later than (i) seven days after the date the Subscription Completion Notice or (ii) the date falling on the last day of the Subscription Period (whichever is the earlier).

Subject to fulfillment of the conditions precedent, each tranche of the Subscription may be demanded by Golife by serving on the Company a Subscription Completion Notice for the relevant tranche of the Subscription at any time during the Subscription Period. The Subscription Completion Notice shall specify the completion date of such tranche of Subscription which, once given, may not be withdrawn without the prior written consent of the Company.

Subscription Completion Notices for all five tranches of the Subscription shall be served by Golife to the Company on or before the expiry of the Subscription Period. Should there be a failure on the part of Golife to fulfill the aforementioned obligation, the Subscription shall be terminate and the Subscription for the remaining portion of the GC Convertible Bonds will not proceed and all obligations and liabilities of the parties under the Subscription Agreement shall forthwith cease and determine and party thereto shall have any claim against the others (save for any antecedent breaches thereof).

5) Termination

The Subscription Agreement may, as agreed in writing by the Company and Golife, be terminated at any time prior to the payment in full of the maximum aggregated subscription price to Golife, and the Subscription for the remaining portion of the GC Convertible Bonds shall not proceed and all obligations and liabilities of the parties under the Subscription Agreement shall forthwith cease and determine and neither party shall have any claim against the others (save for any antecedent breaches thereof and the obligations and liabilities of the parties thereto under any GC Convertible Bonds issued prior to such termination).

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In addition, the Company may, by notice to Golife given at any time prior to payment of the subscription price for the GC Convertible Bonds to Golife, terminate the Subscription Agreement in any of the following circumstances:

In the absolute opinion of the Company, the success of the Subscription would be materially and adversely affected by:

  • (i) the introduction of any new law or regulation or any change in existing law or regulation (or the judicial interpretation thereof) or other occurrence of any nature whatsoever which may in the absolute opinion of the Company materially and adversely affect the business or the financial or trading position or prospects of the GC Group as a whole or is materially adverse in the context of the Subscription; or

  • (ii) the occurrence of any local, national or international event or change (whether or not forming part of a series of events or changes occurring or continuing before, and/or after the date thereof) of a political, military, financial, economic or other nature (whether or not ejusdem generis with any of the foregoing), or in the nature of any local, national or international outbreak or escalation of hostilities or armed conflict, or affecting local securities markets which may, in the absolute opinion of the Company materially and adversely affect the business or the financial or trading position or prospects of the GC Group as a whole or materially and makes it inexpedient or inadvisable to proceed with the Subscription; or

  • (iii) any adverse change in market conditions (including without limitation, any change in fiscal or monetary policy, or foreign exchange or currency markets, suspension or material restriction or trading in securities) occurs which in the absolute opinion of the Company is likely to materially or adversely affect the success of the Subscription or otherwise makes it inexpedient or inadvisable to proceed with the Subscription; or

  • (iv) any event of force majeure including, without limiting the generality thereof, any act of God, war, riot, public disorder, civil commotion, fire, flood, explosion, epidemic, terrorism, strike or lock-out; or

  • (v) any suspension in the trading of securities generally or the Golife’ securities on GEM for a period of more than 15 consecutive Business Days, excluding any suspension in connection with the clearance of the announcement, the circular or other documents in connection with the Subscription; or

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  • (vi) any material breach of any of the representations, warranties or undertakings contained in the Subscription Agreement comes to the knowledge of the Company.

In the event that the Company terminates the Subscription Agreement, the obligations of all parties under the Subscription Agreement shall terminate forthwith and no party shall have any claim against any other party for costs, damages, compensation or otherwise save for any antecedent breaches.

REASON FOR THE SUBSCRIPTION

The GC Group is principally engaged in distribution of high-end apparel and accessories.

According to the unaudited consolidated financial statements of GC Group for the six months ended 30 June 2008, which were prepared in accordance with the Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards, the unaudited consolidated net liabilities of GC Group as at 30 June 2008 was approximately HK$12.2 million. The audited profit attributable to the GC Shareholders before and after taxation for the nine months ended 31 December 2006 were approximately HK$1.8 million and HK$1.2 million respectively. The audited loss attributable to the GC Shareholders before and after taxation for the year ended 31 December 2007 were both approximately HK$92.2 million. Please refer to Appendix II to this Circular for the financial information of the GC Group.

The conversion price of the GC Convertible Bonds represents a discount of 18.03% as compared to the closing price of the GC Shares on 18 November 2008, being the last trading date prior to the date of the Subscription Agreement. The conversion rights attached to the GC Convertible Bonds offer to the Company a ten-year time frame to evaluate the financial performance of the GC Group and the market performance of the GC Shares, and the flexibility to acquire equity interests in Golife and an opportunity to enjoy any potential capital gain in the value of the GC Shares. As advised by Golife, a sale and purchase agreement was entered into between Golife, Mega Shell Services Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Golife, and Riche (BVI) Limited in relation to the proposed acquisition of the serviced apartments in Beijing, Mainland China by Mega Shell Services Limited. The deterioration in the unaudited pro forma consolidated profit of the Enlarged Group as set out in Appendix III to this Circular is attributable to the recognition of the loss on change in fair value of conversion option embedded in the GC Convertible Bonds of HK$35.96 million and the share of loss of an associate of HK$8.02 million, which are partly offset by the imputed interest income on the debt element of the GC Convertible Bonds of HK$3.64 million. The significant loss on change in fair value of conversion option embedded in the GC Convertible Bonds is resulted from the significant decrease in the price of the GC Shares from HK$0.61 on 1 April 2007 to HK$0.17 on 31 March 2008.

The Directors believe that (i) the share prices of the GC Shares used in the calculation of the estimated fair value of conversion option embedded in the GC Convertible Bonds; and (ii) the consolidated income statement of the GC Group for the year ended 31 March 2008

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do not reflect the future performance of the GC Group and/or the GC Shares. However, the Directors believe that the Subscription would provide the Group with an opportunity to participate in the future development of the GC Group, in particular the aforesaid proposed acquisition of Golife which may lead to an improvement on the financial performance of the Group and market performance of the GC Shares, by being entitling to the conversion rights attached to the GC Convertible Bonds. By holding the GC Convertible Bonds, the Company would have the flexibility to exercise the conversion rights attached to the GC Convertible Bonds for any potential capital gain and any outstanding GC Convertible Bonds, unless previously redeemed, repurchased and cancelled or converted, shall be redeemed on the relevant maturity date. Based on the above, the Directors (including independent nonexecutive Directors) consider that the terms of the Subscription Agreement are entered into on normal commercial terms, fair and reasonable and in the interests of the Company and the Shareholders as a whole.

SHAREHOLDING STRUCTURE OF GOLIFE

Based on the information as set out in the announcement of Golife dated 28 November 2008 (the “GC Announcement”), Golife had an issued share capital of 275,926,613 GC Shares as at the date of the GC Announcement. As noted from the announcement of Golife dated 17 December 2008, upon completion of the GC Placing Golife had an issued share capital of 328,926,613 GC Shares.

Based on the information as set out in the circular of Golife (the “GC Circular”) dated 23 December 2008 regarding, among others, the issue of the GC Convertible Bond, the shareholding structure of Golife (1) as at 18 December 2008, being the latest practicable date prior to the printing of the GC Circular (the “GC LPD”) ; (2) after completion of the GC Open Offer; (3) after completion of the GC Open Offer and the allotment and issue of CS Consideration Shares; (4) after completion of the GC Open Offer, the allotment and issue of CS Consideration Shares and full conversion of the CS Convertible Bond; (5) after completion of the GC Open Offer, allotment and issue of CS Consideration Shares and conversion of CS Convertible Bond, which does not trigger a mandatory offer obligation under Rule 26 of the Code on the part of the bondholder(s) which exercised the conversion right and their respective concert parties; (6) after completion of the GC Open Offer, the allotment and issue of CS Consideration Shares, full conversion of the CS Convertible Bond and full conversion of the GC Convertible Bonds; (7) assuming completion of the GC Open Offer, the allotment and issue of CS Consideration Shares, conversion of CS Convertible Bond and conversion of GC Convertible Bonds such that conversion of respective bonds do not trigger a mandatory offer obligation under Rule 26 of the Codes on the part of the bondholder(s) which exercised the conversion right and their respective concert parties; (8) after completion of the GC Open Offer, the allotment and issue of CS Consideration Shares, full conversion of the CS Convertible Bond, full conversion of the GC Convertible Bonds and full conversion of Settlement Convertible Bond; (9) assuming completion of the GC Open Offer, the allotment and issue of CS Consideration Shares, conversion of CS Convertible Bond, conversion of GC Convertible Bonds and conversion of Settlement Convertible Bond such that conversion of

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the respective bonds do not trigger a mandatory offer obligation under Rule 26 of the Codes on the part of the bondholder(s) which exercised the conversion right and their respective concert parties; (10) assuming completion of the GC Open Offer, the allotment and issue of CS Consideration Shares, full conversion of CS Convertible Bond, full conversion of GC Convertible Bonds, full conversion of Settlement Convertible Bond and full conversion of CSE Convertible Bonds; (11) assuming completion of the GC Open Offer, the allotment and issue of CS Consideration Shares, conversion of CS Convertible Bond, conversion of GC Convertible Bonds, conversion of Settlement Convertible Bond and conversion of CSE Convertible Bonds such that conversion of respective bonds do not trigger a mandatory offer obligation under Rule 26 of the Codes on the part of the bondholder(s) which exercised the conversion right and their respective concert parties; (12) assuming completion of the GC Open Offer, allotment and issue of CS Consideration Shares, full conversion of CS Convertible Bond, full conversion of GC Convertible Bonds, full conversion of Settlement Convertible Bond, full conversion of CSE Convertible Bonds and full conversion of Other Convertible Bonds; and (13) assuming completion of the GC Open Offer, the allotment and issue of CS Consideration Shares, conversion of CS Convertible Bond, conversion of GC Convertible Bonds, conversion of Settlement Convertible Bond, conversion of CSE

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Convertible Bonds and conversion of Other Convertible Bonds such that the public float of Golife maintains a minimum of 25% of the issued share capital of Golife are as follows:

Shareholder
The Company
CSE
Riche
Chan Mei Sau,
Teresina
(Note 2)
Win Win
Fortune
Limited
(Note 5)
Cheung Pui
Kay
(Note 6)
Public
Total
As at the
No. of Shares






328,926,613
GC LPD
Approximate
percentage






100.00%
After completion of the
GC Open Offer
No. of Shares
Approximate
percentage












460,497,258
100.00%
After completion of the
GC Open Offer
No. of Shares
Approximate
percentage












460,497,258
100.00%
After completion of the
GC Open Offer and the
allotment and issue of CS
Consideration Shares
No. of Shares
Approximate
percentage




117,691,940
20.36%






460,497,258
79.64%
After completion of the
GC Open Offer and the
allotment and issue of CS
Consideration Shares
No. of Shares
Approximate
percentage




117,691,940
20.36%






460,497,258
79.64%
After completion of the
GC Open Offer, the
allotment and issue of
CS Consideration Shares
and full conversion of CS
Convertible Bond(Note 1)
(For illustrative purpose
only)
No. of Shares
Approximate
percentage




2,117,691,940
82.14%






460,497,258
17.86%
After completion of the
GC Open Offer, the
allotment and issue of
CS Consideration Shares
and full conversion of CS
Convertible Bond(Note 1)
(For illustrative purpose
only)
No. of Shares
Approximate
percentage




2,117,691,940
82.14%






460,497,258
17.86%
After completion of
the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares and conversion
of CS Convertible Bond,
which does not trigger
a mandatory offer
obligation under Rule
26 of the Codes on the
part of the bondholder(s)
which exercised the
conversion right and their
respective concert parties
(For illustrative purpose
only)
No. of Shares
Approximate
percentage




197,262,002
29.99%






460,497,258
70.01%
After completion of
the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares and conversion
of CS Convertible Bond,
which does not trigger
a mandatory offer
obligation under Rule
26 of the Codes on the
part of the bondholder(s)
which exercised the
conversion right and their
respective concert parties
(For illustrative purpose
only)
No. of Shares
Approximate
percentage




197,262,002
29.99%






460,497,258
70.01%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, full conversion
of CS Convertible Bond
and full conversion of
GC Convertible Bonds
(Note 1)(For illustrative
purpose only)
No. of Shares
Approximate
percentage
2,000,000,000
43.69 %
(Note 1)
(Note 1)


2,117,691,940
46.26%






460,497,258
10.05%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, full conversion
of CS Convertible Bond
and full conversion of
GC Convertible Bonds
(Note 1)(For illustrative
purpose only)
No. of Shares
Approximate
percentage
2,000,000,000
43.69 %
(Note 1)
(Note 1)


2,117,691,940
46.26%






460,497,258
10.05%
328,926,613 100% 460,497,258 100% 578,189,198 100% 2,578,189,198 100% 657,759,260 100% 4,578,189,198 100%

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Shareholder
The Company
CSE
Riche
Chan Mei Sau,
Teresina
(Note 2)
Win Win
Fortune
Limited
(Note 5)
Cheung Pui Kay
(Note 6)
Public
Total
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, conversion of
CS Convertible Bond
and conversion of GC
Convertible Bonds
such that conversion of
respective bonds do not
trigger a mandatory
offer obligation
under Rule 26 of the
Codes on the part
of the bondholder(s)
which exercised the
conversion right and
their respective concert
parties (for illustrative
purpose only)
No. of
Shares
Approximate
percentage
276,107,808
29.99%
(Note 3)


184,061,183
19.99%
(Note 3)







460,497,258
50.02%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, conversion of
CS Convertible Bond
and conversion of GC
Convertible Bonds
such that conversion of
respective bonds do not
trigger a mandatory
offer obligation
under Rule 26 of the
Codes on the part
of the bondholder(s)
which exercised the
conversion right and
their respective concert
parties (for illustrative
purpose only)
No. of
Shares
Approximate
percentage
276,107,808
29.99%
(Note 3)


184,061,183
19.99%
(Note 3)







460,497,258
50.02%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, full conversion
of CS Convertible Bond,
full conversion of GC
Convertible Bonds
and full conversion of
Settlement Convertible
Bond
(Note 1)(For illustrative
purpose only)
No. of
Shares
Approximate
percentage
2,000,000,000
16.57%


9,611,248,180
79.62%






460,497,258
3.81%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, full conversion
of CS Convertible Bond,
full conversion of GC
Convertible Bonds
and full conversion of
Settlement Convertible
Bond
(Note 1)(For illustrative
purpose only)
No. of
Shares
Approximate
percentage
2,000,000,000
16.57%


9,611,248,180
79.62%






460,497,258
3.81%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, conversion of
CS Convertible Bond,
conversion of GC
Convertible Bonds and
conversion of Settlement
Convertible Bond such
that conversion of the
respective bonds do not
trigger a mandatory
offer obligation
under Rule 26 of the
Codes on the part
of the bondholder(s)
which exercised the
conversion right and
their respective concert
parties (For illustrative
purpose only)
No. of
Shares
Approximate
percentage
184,061,183
19.99%
(Note 4)


276,107,808
29.99%
(Note 4)






460,497,258
50.02%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, conversion of
CS Convertible Bond,
conversion of GC
Convertible Bonds and
conversion of Settlement
Convertible Bond such
that conversion of the
respective bonds do not
trigger a mandatory
offer obligation
under Rule 26 of the
Codes on the part
of the bondholder(s)
which exercised the
conversion right and
their respective concert
parties (For illustrative
purpose only)
No. of
Shares
Approximate
percentage
184,061,183
19.99%
(Note 4)


276,107,808
29.99%
(Note 4)






460,497,258
50.02%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, full conversion
of CS Convertible Bond,
full conversion of GC
Convertible Bonds, full
conversion of Settlement
Convertible Bond and
full conversion of CSE
Convertible Bonds
(Note 1)(For illustrative
purpose only)
No. of
Shares
Approximate
percentage
2,000,000,000
15.07%
1,200,000,000
9.04%
9,611,248,180
72.42%




460,497,258
3.47%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, full conversion
of CS Convertible Bond,
full conversion of GC
Convertible Bonds, full
conversion of Settlement
Convertible Bond and
full conversion of CSE
Convertible Bonds
(Note 1)(For illustrative
purpose only)
No. of
Shares
Approximate
percentage
2,000,000,000
15.07%
1,200,000,000
9.04%
9,611,248,180
72.42%




460,497,258
3.47%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, conversion of
CS Convertible Bond,
conversion of GC
Convertible Bonds,
conversion of Settlement
Convertible Bond and
conversion of CSE
Convertible Bonds
such that conversion of
respective bonds do not
trigger a mandatory
offer obligation
under Rule 26 of the
Codes on the part
of the bondholder(s)
which exercised the
conversion right and
their respective concert
parties (For illustrative
purpose only)
No. of
Shares
Approximate
percentage
306,538,135
19.99%
459,883,874
29.99%
306,538,135
19.99%






460,497,258
30.03%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, conversion of
CS Convertible Bond,
conversion of GC
Convertible Bonds,
conversion of Settlement
Convertible Bond and
conversion of CSE
Convertible Bonds
such that conversion of
respective bonds do not
trigger a mandatory
offer obligation
under Rule 26 of the
Codes on the part
of the bondholder(s)
which exercised the
conversion right and
their respective concert
parties (For illustrative
purpose only)
No. of
Shares
Approximate
percentage
306,538,135
19.99%
459,883,874
29.99%
306,538,135
19.99%






460,497,258
30.03%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, full conversion
of CS Convertible Bond,
full conversion of GC
Convertible Bonds, full
conversion of Settlement
Convertible Bond, full
conversion of CSE
Convertible Bonds and
full conversion of Other
Convertible Bonds
(Note 1)(For illustrative
purpose only)
No. of
Shares
Approximate
percentage
2,000,000,000
14.66%
1,200,000,000
8.80%
9,611,248,180
70.46%
313,684,210
2.30%
32,000,000
0.23%
24,000,000
0.18%
460,497,258
3.37%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, full conversion
of CS Convertible Bond,
full conversion of GC
Convertible Bonds, full
conversion of Settlement
Convertible Bond, full
conversion of CSE
Convertible Bonds and
full conversion of Other
Convertible Bonds
(Note 1)(For illustrative
purpose only)
No. of
Shares
Approximate
percentage
2,000,000,000
14.66%
1,200,000,000
8.80%
9,611,248,180
70.46%
313,684,210
2.30%
32,000,000
0.23%
24,000,000
0.18%
460,497,258
3.37%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, conversion of
CS Convertible Bond,
conversion of GC
Convertible Bonds,
conversion of Settlement
Convertible Bond,
conversion of CSE
Convertible Bonds and
conversion of Other
Convertible Bonds such
that the public float
of Golife maintains a
minimum of 25% of the
issued share capital of
Golife
No. of
Shares
Approximate
percentage
257,693,088
13.99%
257,693,088
13.99%
552,412,510
29.99%
257,693,088
13.99%
32,000,000
1.73%
24,000,000
1.31%
460,497,258
25.00%
Assuming completion
of the GC Open Offer,
the allotment and issue
of CS Consideration
Shares, conversion of
CS Convertible Bond,
conversion of GC
Convertible Bonds,
conversion of Settlement
Convertible Bond,
conversion of CSE
Convertible Bonds and
conversion of Other
Convertible Bonds such
that the public float
of Golife maintains a
minimum of 25% of the
issued share capital of
Golife
No. of
Shares
Approximate
percentage
257,693,088
13.99%
257,693,088
13.99%
552,412,510
29.99%
257,693,088
13.99%
32,000,000
1.73%
24,000,000
1.31%
460,497,258
25.00%
920,666,249 100% 12,071,745,438 100% 920,666,249 100% 13,271,745,438 100% 1,533,457,402 100% 13,641,429,648 100% 1,841,989,032 100%

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Notes:

  • (1) For illustrative purpose only, such scenario shall never occur. Pursuant to the terms of the CS Convertible Bond, the GC Convertible Bonds, the CSE Convertible Bonds and the Settlement Convertible Bond, conversion of the CS Convertible Bond, the GC Convertible Bonds, the CSE Convertible Bonds, or as the case may be, the Settlement Convertible Bond is restricted that any conversion of the CS Convertible Bond, the GC Convertible Bonds, the CSE Convertible Bonds, or as the case may be, the Settlement Convertible Bond (i) does not trigger a mandatory offer obligation under Rule 26 of the Codes on the part of the bondholder(s) which exercised the conversion right and their respective concert parties; and (ii) will not cause the public float of Golife unable to meet the requirement under the GEM Listing Rules .

  • (2) Ms. Chan Mei Sau, Teresina has undertaken not to exercise the conversion rights attaching to the convertible bonds in an aggregate principal amount of HK$38,200,000 if such conversion will cause her shareholding interest in Golife, together with the shareholding interest of the parties acting in concert with her in Golife, equal to or exceed 30% of the GC Shares in issue following such conversion unless Ms. Chan Mei Sau, Teresina is willing to make a general offer to all Shareholders pursuant to the Codes.

  • (3) This is to illustrate the effect of the conversion of GC Convertible Bonds to the largest extent while such conversion is subject to the restriction that any conversion of the GC Convertible Bonds (i) does not trigger a mandatory offer obligation under Rule 26 of the Codes on the part of the bondholder(s) which exercised the conversion right and their respective concert parties; and (ii) will not cause the public float of Golife unable to meet the requirement under the GEM Listing Rules.

  • (4) This is to illustrate the effect of the conversion of Settlement Convertible Bond to the largest extent while such conversion is subject to the restriction that any conversion of the Settlement Convertible Bond (i) does not trigger a mandatory offer obligation under Rule 26 of the Codes on the part of the bondholder(s) which exercised the conversion right and their respective concert parties; and (ii) will not cause the public float of Golife unable to meet the requirement under the GEM Listing Rules.

  • (5) As at the GC LPD, Win Win Fortune Limited is deemed to be interested in 32,000,000 GC Shares through its interest in the convertible bonds in the principal amount of HK$4,000,000 issued by Golife.

  • (6) As at the GC LPD, Mr. Cheung Pui Kay is deemed to be interested in 24,000,000 GC Shares through his interest in the convertible bonds in the principal amount of HK$3,000,000 issued by Golife.

BUSINESS REVIEW AND PROSPECTS

The Group is principally engaged in the provision of film production services, production of television movies, investment in film productions and worldwide film distribution and property investment.

For the financial year ended 31 March 2008, the Group recorded an audited net profit of approximately HK$19.29 million and the audited net assets of the Group as at 31 March 2008 was approximately HK$163.97 million.

For the six months ended 30 September 2008, the Group recorded an unaudited net loss of approximately HK$1.85 million and the unaudited net assets of the Group as at 30 September 2008 were approximately HK$162.91 million.

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The Board is of the view that the business of the Group was affected by the financial tsunami. The local film market will continue to be difficult in the near future. The Company has been taken step to implement stringent cost control measures in order to maximising profit margin of the Group. In addition, save for the Subscription, the Group will continue to seek for new investment opportunities in the area of property investment for business diversification in order to maximise Shareholders’ value in a long run.

FINANCIAL EFFECT OF THE SUBSCRIPTION

Net assets

The unaudited consolidated net assets value of the Group as at 30 September 2008 was HK$162.91 million.

As set out in Appendix III to this Circular, assuming the subscription of the GC Convertible Bonds in an aggregate principal amount of HK$100 million and the conversion of the GC Convertible Bonds into the GC Conversion Shares amounting to 29.99% of the then issued share capital of Golife had been taken place on 30 September 2008, the unaudited pro forma consolidated net assets value of the Enlarged Group as at 30 September 2008 would have been HK$153.09 million.

The decrease in the unaudited pro forma consolidated net assets value of the Enlarged Group is mainly attributable to the recognition of the loss on changes in the estimated fair value of the GC Convertible Bonds at the acquisition date of HK$9.82 million.

Earnings

The audited consolidated profit of the Group for the year ended 31 March 2008 was HK$19.29 million.

As set out in Appendix III to this Circular, assuming the subscription of the GC Convertible Bonds in an aggregate principal amount of HK$100 million and the conversion of the GC Convertible Bonds into the GC Conversion Shares amounting to 29.99% of the then issued share capital of Golife had been taken place on 1 April 2007, the unaudited pro forma consolidated loss of the Enlarged Group for the year ended 31 March 2008 would have been HK$21.06 million.

The deterioration in the unaudited pro forma consolidated profit of the Enlarged Group is attributable to the recognition of the loss on change in fair value of conversion option embedded in the GC Convertible Bonds of HK$35.96 million and the share of loss of an associate of HK$8.02 million, which are partly offset by the imputed interest income on the debt element of the GC Convertible Bonds of HK$3.64 million. The significant loss on change in fair value of conversion option embedded in the GC Convertible Bonds is resulted from the significant decrease in the price of the GC Shares from HK$0.61 on 1 April 2007 to HK$0.17 on 31 March 2008.

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The Directors believe that (i) the share prices of the GC Shares used in the calculation of the estimated fair value of conversion option embedded in the GC Convertible Bonds; and (ii) the consolidated income statement of the GC Group for the year ended 31 March 2008 do not reflect the future performance of the GC Group and/or the GC Shares. The Directors also believe that, upon the completion of the proposed acquisition of the serviced apartments in Beijing, Mainland China by Golife, the GC Group will immediately record the revenue generated from the serviced apartments and the proposed acquisition will improve the profitability and financial position of the GC Group, which may lead to an improvement on the performance of the GC Shares in future.

Gearing ratio

As at 30 September 2008, the total borrowings of the Group were HK$3.02 million and the Group’s gearing ratio calculated as a percentage of total borrowings over equity attributable to the Company’s equity holders was 1.85%.

The total borrowings of the Enlarged Group would have remained at HK$3.02 million assuming the subscription of the GC Convertible Bonds in an aggregate principal amount of HK$100 million and the conversion of the GC Convertible Bonds into the GC Conversion Shares amounting to 29.99% of the then issued share capital of Golife had been taken place on 30 September 2008. The gearing ratio of the Enlarged Group would have been 1.97% as at 30 September 2008.

The increase on the Enlarged Group’s gearing ratio is attributable to the decrease in the unaudited pro forma consolidated net assets value of the Enlarged Group as discussed in “net assets” section above.

PROPOSED CHANGE OF BOARD LOT SIZE

As at the date of the Announcement, based on the closing price of HK$0.315 on the Last Trading Day and the Subscription Price of HK$0.04 for each Offer Share under the Open Offer, the theoretical ex-entitlement price of each Share will be approximately HK$0.0675 and the theoretical value of each board lot of 4,000 Shares upon completion of the Open Offer will be approximately HK$270.00.

In order to increase the value of each board lot of the Shares so that the value of each board lot of the Shares will not be less than HK$2,000 and to reduce transaction and registration costs incurred by the Shareholders and investors of the Company, the Board proposes to change the board lot size for trading of the Shares to from 4,000 to 40,000 upon the Open Offer becomes unconditional. The change in board lot size will not result in any change in the relative rights of the Shareholders. The Board is of the opinion that the change in board lot size is in the interests of the Company and its Shareholders as a whole.

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Further announcement will be made by the Company to inform the Shareholders as to the administrative arrangement regarding such change of board lot size in due course.

RE-ELECTION OF DIRECTORS

As announced by the Board by way of announcement dated 27 August 2008, Mr. Cheung was appointed as an executive Director to fill the vacancy on the Board arising from the resignation of Mr. Yip Tai Him as, inter alia, an executive Director with effect from 27 August 2008.

In addition, as announced by the Board by way of announcement dated 10 November 2008, Mr. Kwok was appointed as an independent non-executive Director to fill the vacancy on the Board arising from the resignation of Mr. Lai Lok Lim as, inter alia, an independent nonexecutive Director with effect from 10 November 2008.

Pursuant to Article 86(3) of the Articles, any Director appointed by the Board to fill the vacancy on the Board shall hold the office only until the next following general meeting of the Company and shall then be eligible for re-election at that meeting. Accordingly, Mr. Cheung and Mr. Kwok shall offer themselves for re-election as an executive Director and an independent non-executive Director respectively at the EGM.

Particulars of Mr. Cheung and Mr. Kwok are set out below:

Mr. Cheung Kwok Wai, Elton

Mr. Cheung, aged 42, is the general manager of the Company. He holds a Master Degree in Accounting and Finance of the University of Lancaster, England. Mr. Cheung has over 20 years experience in the area of corporate finance and securities industries. He is responsible for managing the Company’s investment in Canada and overseeing the Company’s daily operations. Mr. Cheung joined the Company in January 2008.

There is no service contract entered into between the Company and Mr. Cheung. As agreed, Mr. Cheung is appointed for a term of one year commencing from 27 August 2008 and he is subject to retirement by rotation and re-election in accordance with the Articles. Mr. Cheung will be entitled to an annual emolument of HK$120,000 (but not entitled to any bonus), which is determined by the Board with reference to his duties and responsibility with the Company. Either the Company or Mr. Cheung may terminate the appointment by giving the other party not less than three months’ prior notice in writing.

Mr. Cheung has confirmed to the Company that he had not held directorship in any other listed companies of Hong Kong during the last three years and is not connected with any other directors, senior management of the Company, substantial or controlling or management

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shareholders of the Company. As at the Latest Practicable Date, Mr. Cheung had interests in 1,053,853 Shares which were beneficially owned by Mr. Cheung. Mr. Cheung also had interests in 1,256,897 underlying Shares upon exercise of the conversion attached to the 1,256,897 Share Options currently owned by him. Save as disclosed herein, Mr. Cheung does not have any interests in the Shares within the meaning of Part XV of the SFO.

Save as disclosed herein, there is no information relating to Mr. Cheung that is required to be disclosed pursuant to paragraphs (h) to (v) of Rules 17.50(2) of the GEM Listing Rules nor are there any other matters that need to be brought to the attention of the Shareholders.

Mr. Kwok Chuen Hung, Dominic

Mr. Kwok, aged 48, he has substantial experience in project investment and other trading business both in Hong Kong and South East Asia. Mr. Kwok has not entered into a service contract with the Company. In accordance with the Articles, Mr. Kwok is subject to retirement by rotation and re-election at the Company’s general meetings. Mr. Kwok will receive a Director’s fee of HK$120,000 per annum which is determined with reference to his duties and responsibilities with the Company, the Company’s performance and the prevailing market situation. The Director’s fee for Mr. Kwok will be reviewed annually by the Board with reference to his duties and responsibilities with the Company, the Company’s performance and the prevailing market situation.

As at the Latest Practicable Date, Mr. Kwok did not have, and was not deemed to have any interests or short positions in any shares, underlying shares or debentures of the Company or any of its associated corporations (within the meaning of Part XV of the SFO). Mr. Kwok does not have any relationship with any existing Directors, senior management of the Company, substantial Shareholders or controlling Shareholders or management Shareholders (as defined under the GEM Listing Rules).

Mr. Kwok does not hold any other position in the Company or any subsidiaries of the Company nor any other directorship in listed public companies in the last three years.

There is no information relating to Mr. Kwok that is required to be disclosed pursuant to Rules 17.50(2) (h) to (v) of the GEM Listing Rules. Save as disclosed above, there is no other matter in relation to the appointment of Mr. Kwok that needs to be brought to the attention of the Shareholders.

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GEM LISTING RULES IMPLICATIONS

As the Open Offer will increase the issued share capital and the market capitalisation of the Company by more than 50% within the 12 month period immediately preceding the date of the Announcement, pursuant to Rule 10.39 of the GEM Listing Rules, the Open Offer must be made conditional on approval by Independent Shareholders at the EGM and any controlling Shareholders and their associates or, where there are no controlling Shareholders, the Directors (excluding independent non-executive Directors) and the chief executive of the Company and their respective associates shall abstain from voting in favour of the relevant resolutions relating to the Open Offer at the EGM.

As at the Latest Practicable Date, the Company did not have any controlling Shareholder. Therefore, each of (i) Mr. Cheung, an executive Director who has a personal interest in 1,053,853 Shares representing approximately 0.84% of the existing issued share capital of the Company; (ii) Mr. Lei, an executive Director who has a personal interest in 1,053,853 Shares representing approximately 0.84% of the existing issued share capital of the Company; (iii) Eagle Mate, being an associate of Mr. Lei and the legal and beneficial owner of 18,000,000 Shares representing approximately 14.32% of the existing issued share capital of the Company; and (iv) Mander, being an associate of Mr. Lei and the legal and beneficial owner of 3,786,000 Shares representing approximately 3.01% of the existing issued share capital of the Company, are required to abstain from voting in favour of the relevant resolutions at the EGM. Save as disclosed, to the best of the Directors’ knowledge, information and belief and having made all reasonable inquiry, no other Directors or chief executive of the Company or their respective associates beneficially hold any Shares as at the Latest Practicable Date. As at the Latest Practicable Date, there had been no voting trust or other agreement or arrangement or understanding (other than an outright sale) entered into by or binding upon any such Shareholders, and no obligation or entitlement of any such Shareholders whereby any one of them has or may temporarily or permanently passed control over the exercise of the voting right in respect of their respective interest in the Company to a third parties either especially or on a case-by-case basis.

The Subscription constitutes a very substantial acquisition on the part of the Company under the GEM Listing Rules. An ordinary resolution will be proposed to be passed at the EGM to approve, inter alia, the Subscription and the transaction contemplated thereunder, including but not limited to the exercise of the conversion rights attached to the GC Convertible Bonds. To the best of the knowledge, information and belief having made all reasonable enquires, none of the Shareholders has any material interest in the Subscription Agreement. As such, no Shareholder is required to abstain from voting at the EGM for approving the Subscription Agreement and the transactions contemplated thereunder.

Further, according to the amended Rule 17.47(4) of the GEM Listing Rules to be implemented on 1 January 2009, any vote of the Shareholders at the EGM must be taken by poll and an announcement will be made after the EGM on the results of the EGM.

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In addition, as the Subscription Price is HK$0.04 per Offer Share and the theoretical exentitlement price of each Share after completion of the Open Offer will be approximately HK$0.0675, under Rule 17.76 of the GEM Listing Rules, the Stock Exchange reserves its rights to require the Company to either change its trading method or to proceed with a consolidation of its Shares when its market price approaches the extremities of HK$0.01. The Stock Exchange will not consider granting an approval for listing in respect of any future fund raising by the Company, if the Shares are trading towards the extremities of HK$0.01.

EGM

There is set out on pages 332 to 335 of this circular a notice convening the EGM to be held at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, 14 January 2009 at Unit 1611, 16/F, Shun Tak Centre, West Tower, 168-200 Connaught Road, Hong Kong, at which ordinary resolutions will be proposed to consider and, if thought fit, to approve the Open Offer, the Subscription and the Re-election of Directors.

A form of proxy for use at the EGM is enclosed. If you are not able to attend the EGM in person, you are requested to complete and return the form of proxy in accordance with the instructions printed thereon to the Registrar at 26th Floor, Tesbury Centre, 28 Queen’s Road East, Wanchai, Hong Kong as soon as possible but in any event not less than 48 hours before the time appointed for the holding of the EGM. Completion and return of the form of proxy will not preclude you from attending and voting in person at the EGM should you so wish.

PROCEDURES BY WHICH A POLL MAY BE DEMANDED

Articles 66 and 67 of the Articles set out the procedures under which a poll may be demanded. At any general meeting, a resolution put to the vote of a meeting shall be decided on a show of hands unless (before or on the declaration of the result of the show of hands or on the withdrawal of any other demand for a poll) a poll is demanded:

  • (a) by the chairman of such meeting; or

  • (b) by at least three members present in person or in the case of a member being a corporation by its duly authorised representative or by proxy for the time being entitled to vote at the meeting; or

  • (c) by a member or members present in person or in the case of a member being a corporation by its duly authorised representative or by proxy and representing not less than one-tenth of the total voting rights of all members having the right to vote at the meeting; or

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  • (d) by a member or members present in person or in the case of a member being a corporation by its duly authorised representative or by proxy and holding the Shares conferring a right to vote at the meeting being shares on which an aggregate sum has been paid up equal to not less than one-tenth of the total sum paid up on all Shares conferring that right.

A demand by a person as proxy for a member or in the case of a member being a corporation by its duly authorised representative shall be deemed to be the same as a demand by a member.

Notwithstanding any other provisions of the Articles, (a) if the aggregate proxies held by the chairman of a particular meeting and the Directors account for 5% or more of the total voting rights at that meeting, and (b) if on a show of hands in respect of any resolution the members at the meeting vote in the opposite manner to that instructed in the proxies referred to in (a) above, then the chairman of the meeting and/or any Director holding the proxies referred to above shall demand a poll. However, if it is apparent from the total proxies held by the persons referred to in (a) above that a vote taken on a poll will not reverse the vote taken on a show of hands, then no poll shall be required. Unless a poll is so required under the rules of the designated stock exchange or duly demanded and, in the latter case, the demand is not withdrawn, a declaration by the chairman that a resolution has been carried, or carried unanimously, or by a particular majority, or not carried by a particular majority, or lost, and an entry to that effect made in the minute book of the Company, shall be conclusive evidence of the facts without proof of the number or proportion of the votes recorded for or against the resolution.

RECOMMENDATION

Your attention is drawn to the letter from the Independent Board Committee set out on page 44 in this Circular which contains its recommendation to the Independent Shareholders as to voting at the EGM in relation to the Open Offer.

Your attention is also drawn to the letter from the Independent Financial Adviser set out on pages 45 to 57 in this Circular which contains its advice to the Independent Board Committee and the Independent Shareholders as regards the Open Offer and the principal factors and reasons considered by it in arriving thereat.

The Independent Board Committee has considered the terms of the Open Offer and the advice given by the Independent Financial Adviser, and recommends the Independent Shareholders to vote in favour of the resolution in relation to the Open Offer at the EGM.

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The Directors consider the terms of the Open Offer and the terms of the Subscription are fair and reasonable and in the interests of the Company and the Shareholders as a whole. The Directors also consider the Re-election of Directors is in the interest of the Company and the Shareholders as a whole. They recommend the Shareholders to vote in favour of all resolutions proposed at the EGM.

Yours faithfully,

For and on behalf of the Board of

Brilliant Arts Multi-Media Holding Limited Lei Hong Wai Chairman

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(Incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability)

(Stock Code: 8130)

29 December 2008

To the Independent Shareholders

Dear Sir or Madam,

OPEN OFFER OF 1,131,207,381 OFFER SHARES ON THE BASIS OF NINE OFFER SHARES FOR EVERY ONE EXISTING SHARE HELD ON THE RECORD DATE

We refer to the Letter from the Board set out in the circular of the Company dated 29 December 2008 (the “Circular”) of which this letter forms part. Capitalised terms defined in the Circular shall have the same meanings when used herein unless the context otherwise requires.

We have been appointed as the Independent Board Committee to consider the Open Offer and to advise the Independent Shareholders as to the fairness and reasonableness of the Open Offer and to recommend whether or not the Independent Shareholders should vote for the resolution to be proposed at the EGM to approve the Open Offer. The Independent Financial Adviser have been appointed to advise the Independent Board Committee in relation to the terms of the Open Offer.

We wish to draw your attention to the letter from the Independent Financial Adviser to the Independent Board Committee and the Independent Shareholders which contains its advice to us in relation to the Open Offer as set out in the Circular. We also draw your attention to the Letter from the Board in the Circular.

Having taken into account principal factors and reasons considered by and the opinion of the Independent Financial Adviser as stated in its letter of advice, we consider the terms of the Open Offer are fair and reasonable so far as the interests of the Independent Shareholders are concerned and are in the interests of the Company and the Shareholders as a whole. We therefore recommend the Independent Shareholders to vote in favour of the resolution approving the Open Offer to be proposed at the EGM.

Yours faithfully, For and on behalf of

Independent Board Committee Leung Wai Man Man Kong Yui Kwok Chuen Hung, Dominic

Independent non-executive Directors

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The following is the full text of a letter of advice from Grand Cathay in relation to the Open Offer, which has been prepared for the purpose of inclusion in this Circular:

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29 December 2008

To the Independent Board Committee

and the Independent Shareholders

of Brilliant Arts Multi-Media Holding Limited

Dear Sirs,

OPEN OFFER OF 1,131,207,381 OFFER SHARES ON THE BASIS OF NINE OFFER SHARES FOR EVERY ONE EXISTING SHARE HELD ON THE RECORD DATE

INTRODUCTION

We refer to our appointment to advise the Independent Board Committee and the Independent Shareholders in respect of the terms of the Open Offer, details of which are set out in the section headed “Letter from the Board” (the “Letter”) in the Company’s circular dated 29 December 2008 (the “Circular”) to the Shareholders, of which this letter forms part. Terms used in this letter shall have the same meanings as defined in the Circular unless the context requires otherwise.

On 4 December 2008, the Company announced, among other things, that the Company proposed to raise approximately HK$45.2 million before expenses by issuing 1,131,207,381 Offer Shares by way of the Open Offer at the Subscription Price of HK$0.04 per Offer Share. The Open Offer is fully underwritten pursuant to the terms and conditions of the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement. As the Open Offer will increase the issued share capital and the market capitalisation of the Company by more than 50% within 12 month period immediately preceding the date of the Announcement, pursuant to Rule 10.39 of the GEM Listing Rules, the Open Offer must be made conditional upon approval by Independent Shareholders at the EGM and any controlling Shareholders and their associates or, where there are no controlling Shareholders, Directors (excluding independent non-executive Directors) and the chief executive of the issuer and their respective associates shall abstain from voting in favour of the relevant resolutions relating to the Open Offer at the EGM. As at the Latest Practicable Date, the Company did not have any controlling Shareholder. Therefore, each of (i) Mr. Cheung, an executive Director who has a personal interest in 1,053,853 Shares representing approximately 0.84% of the existing issued

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share capital of the Company; (ii) Mr. Lei, an executive Director who has a personal interest in 1,053,853 Shares representing approximately 0.84% of the existing issued share capital of the Company; (iii) Eagle Mate, being an associate of Mr. Lei and the legal and beneficial owner of 18,000,000 Shares representing approximately 14.32% of the existing issued share capital of the Company; and (iv) Mander, being an associate of Mr. Lei and the legal and beneficial owner of 3,786,000 Shares representing approximately 3.01% of the existing issued share capital of the Company, are required to abstain from voting in favour of the relevant resolution at the EGM. Save as disclosed, to the best of the Directors’ knowledge, information and belief and having made all reasonable inquiry, no other Directors of chief executive of the Company or their respective associates beneficially hold any Shares as at the Latest Practicable Date. Further, according to Rule 17.47(4)(b) of the GEM Listing Rules, any vote of the Independent Shareholders at the EGM will be taken by poll.

Mr. Leung Wai Man, Mr. Man Kong Yui and Mr. Kwok Chuen Hung, Dominic, being all the independent non-executive Directors, have been appointed by the Board to form the Independent Board Committee to advise and make recommendation to the Independent Shareholders as to how to vote at the EGM on the ordinary resolution regarding the Open Offer.

Subject to the fulfilment of the conditions contained in the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement, the Independent Shareholders should be noted that the Open Offer would not proceed if Kingston Securities exercise their termination rights under the Underwriting Agreement. Details of the provisions granting Kingston Securities such termination rights are included in the Letter.

Our role as the independent financial adviser is to give our independent opinion to the Independent Board Committee and Independent Shareholders as to (i) whether the terms of the Open Offer are fair and reasonable so far as the Independent Shareholders are concerned and are in the interests of the Company and the Shareholders as a whole; and (ii) advise the Independent Shareholders on how to vote in relation to (i) above.

BASIS OF OUR OPINION

In formulating our opinion, we have relied on the information, opinion and representations contained or referred to in the Circular and the information, opinion and representations provided to us by the management of the Company and the Directors. We have assumed that all information, opinion and representations contained or referred to in the Circular and all information, opinion and representations which have been provided by the management of the Company and the Directors, for which they are solely and wholly responsible, were true, accurate and complete at the time when they were made and continue to be so at the date hereof.

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Accordingly, we have no reason to suspect that any material facts or information have been withheld or to doubt the truth, accuracy and completeness of the information, opinion and representations contained in the Circular, or the reasonableness of the opinions expressed by the management of the Company and the Director. The Directors collectively and individually accept full responsibility for the accuracy of the information in the Circular and confirm, having made all reasonable enquiries, that to the best of their knowledge and belief, opinions expressed in the Circular have been arrived at after due and careful consideration and there are no other facts the omission of which would make any statement in the Circular misleading. Furthermore, we consider that we have been provided with sufficient information to reach an informed view and to provide a reasonable basis for our opinion. We have performed all applicable steps as required under Rule 17.92 of the GEM Listing Rules including the notes thereto. We have relied on such information, opinions and representations but have not, however, conducted any independent in-depth investigation into the business, financial conditions and affairs or the future prospects of the Group.

We have not considered the tax consequences on the Qualifying Shareholders arising from the subscription for, holding of or dealing in the Offer Shares or otherwise, since these are particular to their own circumstances. We will not accept responsibility for any tax effect on or liabilities, of any person resulting from the subscription for, holding of or dealing in the Offer Shares or the exercise of any rights attaching thereto or otherwise. In particular, Qualifying Shareholders subject to overseas taxes or Hong Kong taxation on securities dealings should consider their own tax positions with regard to the Open Offer and, if any doubt should consult their own professional advisers.

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PRINCIPAL FACTORS AND REASONS CONSIDERED

In arriving at our recommendation in relation to the terms of the Open Offer, we have considered the following principal factors and reasons.

1. Background information and outlook of the Group

The Company is principally engaged in the provision of film production services, production of television movies, investment in film productions and worldwide film distribution and property investment.

The table below tabulates the audited financial results of the Group for the two years ended 31 March 2007 and 2008, as extracted from the annual report for the year ended 31 March 2008 (the “Annual Report”).

For the year ended For the year ended 31 March
2008 2007
(audited) (audited)
HK$’000 HK$’000
Turnover 10,632 62,888
Net profit/(loss) attributable to the equity holders
of the Company 19,289 (16,154)
Earnings/(loss) per share — basic HK4.9 cents HK(18.9) cents

For each of the two financial years ended 31 March 2007 and 2008, the Group recorded a turnover of approximately HK$62.9 million and HK$10.6 million respectively. Profit of the Group for the financial year ended 31 March 2008 was approximately HK$19.3 million while the loss of the Group for the financial year ended 31 March 2007 was approximately HK$16.2 million.

According to the Annual Report, the Group recorded an audited net current assets of approximately HK$112.8 million as at 31 March 2008 and net current liabilities of approximately HK$14.0 million as at 31 March 2007. As at 31 March 2008, the Group had cash and bank balances of approximately HK$101.8 million.

2. Reasons for the Open Offer and the use of proceeds

As stated in the Letter, the estimated net proceeds from the Open Offer will be approximately HK$43.8 million and the Board intends to apply such proceeds from the Open Offer to finance the Subscription. Therefore, we would access whether the Subscription is justifiable.

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LETTER FROM THE INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVISER

Reason for the Subscription

As stated in the Letter, the GC Group is principally engaged in distribution of highend apparel and accessories. Please refer to the Letter for detailed information of GC Group.

According to the Directors and as stated in the Letter, the Directors consider that the Subscription may give the opportunity of the Company to participate indirectly in property investment in the PRC as according to GC Group’s announcement dated 8 December 2008, GC Group intends to acquire a high-end serviced apartment located in Inner Jianggou Gate of Dongcheng District, Beijing, the PRC (the “Investment Properties”) for rental purpose.

Since we are not the experts in property market in the PRC, we are not in the position to opine whether the Investment Properties would be profitable to the GC Group or not. We are of the view that as the Subscription offer an opportunity to the Company to invest indirectly in new business opportunities in the area of property investment in the PRC which is in line with the business strategic of the Group as stated in the Annual Report; and may broaden the revenue base of the Group apart from its business provision of film production service and film distribution.

In order to give additional information for the Independent Shareholders in relation to the high-end serviced apartment in Beijing, we found some information regarding the aforesaid via internet. According to public information from internet, the rental income of high-end serviced apartment in Beijing, the PRC increased from approximately RMB214.4 square meter per month in third quarter of 2007 to approximately RMB252.4 square meter per month in third quarter of 2008, which represent an increase of approximately 17.7% and the vacancy rate increase from approximately 20.3% to approximately 24.8%. The Independent Shareholders should note that the Investment Properties may or may not be profitable to GC Group and in turn to the Company in the future.

Terms of the Subscription

The Directors consider that the Subscription is a way of investment in the GC Group in the form of debt securities. According to the Letter, the Company can terminate the Subscription Agreement in the absolute opinion of the Company and the subscription of the remaining portion of the GC Convertible Bonds shall not proceed if there is any occurrence which, may in the absolute opinion of the Company, materially and adversely affect the business or the financial or trading position or prospects of the GC Group. We consider that the aforesaid arrangement can minimise the risk of the Company’s investment if there is any adverse change in the condition of the GC Group.

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LETTER FROM THE INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVISER

According to the Letter and the Directors, the conversion price of the GC Convertible Bonds represents a discount of (i) approximately 18.03% to the closing price of HK$0.061 per GC Share as quoted on the Stock Exchange on 18 November 2008, being the last trading date prior to the date of the Subscription Agreement; (ii) approximately 43.82% to the average of the closing prices of HK$0.089 per GC Share for the last five trading days ended on 18 November 2008, being the last trading date prior to the date of the Subscription Agreement; and (iii) approximately 53.23% to the average of the closing price of HK$0.1069 per GC Share for the last ten trading days ended on 18 November 2008, being the last trading date prior to the date of the Subscription Agreement. We noted that the conversion price of the GC Convertible Bonds represented a discount to the market price of the GC Shares and with reference to the information of the website of the Stock Exchange, we further noted that the conversion price of the GC Convertible Bonds is substantially below the market price of the GC Shares for a one-year period before the date of the Announcement. The Directors (including independent non-executive Directors) consider that the terms of the Subscription are fair and reasonable. Based on the above, we are of the view and concur with the view of the Directors that the Subscription is justifiable.

According to the Letter, the Open Offer and the Subscription is not inter-condition, the Open Offer would still proceed if the Subscription is not complete. As stated in the unaudited pro forma consolidated balance sheet of the Enlarged Group in Appendix III of the Circular, the unaudited bank and cash balances of the Group as at 30 September 2008 was amounted to approximately HK$100.8 million. According to the Annual Report, the Group will not only continue to focus on its business of provision of film production service and film distribution, but also continue to seek for new investment opportunities in the area of property investment which, according to the Directors, may need substantial capital needs. Therefore, the Open Offer is an opportunity from the Group to raise capital for future investment. According to the Directors, if the Subscription does not proceed, the Group intends to use the proceeds from the Open Offer as general working capital or for future investment. As at the Latest Practicable Date, other than the Subscription, there is no other investment opportunity occurs.

3. Principal terms of the Open Offer

The Company proposed to raise approximately HK$45.2 million before expenses by issuing 1,131,207,381 Offer Shares at the Subscription Price of HK$0.04 per Offer Share, payable in full on application. Qualifying Shareholders will be offered 9 Offer Shares for every Share held on the Record Date. The Open Offer will be only available to the Qualifying Shareholders. Qualifying Shareholders are entitled to apply for any Offer Shares which are in excess of their assured entitlements.

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LETTER FROM THE INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVISER

The Offer Shares, when allotted, issued and fully-paid, will rank pari passu with the Shares in issue in all respects. Holders of such Offer Shares will be entitled to receive full future dividends and distributions which are declared, made or paid on or after the date of allotment and issue of the fully paid Offer Shares. Dealings in fully-paid Offer Shares will be subject to the payment of stamp duty in Hong Kong.

The Open Offer is fully underwritten and is subject to the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement becoming unconditional and not being terminated in accordance with its terms.

The Subscription Price was arrived at after arm’s length negotiation between the Company and Kingston Securities with reference to, among other things, the prevailing market price of the Shares and the recent financial requirements of the Company in light of the Subscription. As stated in the Letter, after considering the recent financial requirements of the Group as mentioned above and taking into consideration of the theoretical ex-entitlement price per Share, in order to increase the attractiveness of the Open Offer to the Qualifying Shareholders, the Directors (including the independent non-executive Directors) consider that the proposed discount of the Subscription Price is appropriate. Each Qualifying Shareholder is entitled to subscribe for the Offer Shares at the same price in proportion to his/her/its existing shareholding in the Company. The Directors (including the independent non-executive Directors) consider the Subscription Price is fair and reasonable and in the interest of the Company and the Shareholders as a whole.

The Subscription Price represents:

  • (a) a discount of approximately 87.30% to the closing price of HK$0.315 per Share as quoted on GEM on the Last Trading Day;

  • (b) a discount of approximately 40.74% to the theoretical ex-entitlement price of approximately HK$0.0675 per Share based on the closing price of HK$0.315 per Share as quoted on GEM on the Last Trading Day;

  • (c) a discount of approximately 87.30% to the average of the closing prices of HK$0.315 per Share for the last five consecutive trading days prior to the date of the Underwriting Agreement; and

  • (d) a discount of approximately 87.30% to the average of the closing prices of HK$0.315 per Share for the last ten consecutive trading days prior to the date of the Underwriting Agreement.

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LETTER FROM THE INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVISER

Review on prices of the Shares

In order to assess the fairness of the Subscription Price, we review the trading price and the liquidity of the Shares for the period from 26 May 2008 to the Last Trading Date (the “Review Period”), i.e. a six months period prior to the Last Trading Date. Set out below are the average daily closing price of the Share since during the Review Period:

Highest closing Highest closing Lowest closing Lowest closing Lowest closing Average daily
price price closing price
(HK$) (HK$) (HK$)
May (From 26 May 2008 to 30
May 2008) 1.05 1 1.01
June 1 0.9 0.97
July 1.02 0.77 0.85
August 0.8 0.64 0.69
September 0.7 0.5 0.61
October 0.64 0.315 0.44
November (From 3 November
2008 to the Last Trading
Day) 0.315 0.315 0.315
Source: the website of the Stock Exchange
The chart below illustrates the daily closing price of the Shares versus the Subscription
Price during the Review Period:
1.2
1.0
0.8
0.6
0.4 Share price
0.2
Subscription Price
0.0
26/5/2008
2/6/2008
9/6/2008
16/6/2008
23/6/2008
30/6/2008
7/7/2008
14/7/2008
21/7/2008
28/7/2008
4/8/2008
11/8/2008
18/8/2008
25/8/2008
1/9/2008
8/9/2008
15/9/2008
22/9/2008
29/9/2008
6/10/2008
13/10/2008
20/10/2008
27/10/2008
3/11/2008
10/11/2008
17/11/2008
24/11/2008

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LETTER FROM THE INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVISER

During the Review Period, the highest closing price and the lowest closing price of the Shares were HK$1.05 on 30 May 2008 and HK$0.315 for the period from 30 October 2008 to the Last Trading Date. The Subscription Price is lower than all the monthly lowest closing price of the Shares and the monthly average daily closing prices of the Shares during the Review Period, representing a discount of approximately 96.19% and 87.30% to such the highest and lowest closing price of the Shares during the Review Period.

The Directors advised that, given the financial requirements of the Company in relation to the Subscription; and to increase the attractiveness of the Open Offer to the Qualifying Shareholders, the proposed discount of the Subscription Price as stated above is appropriate.

Review on the trading volume of the Shares

Set out below are the monthly total trading volume of the Shares and the daily average trading volume to the Company’s total issued Shares as at the date of the Announcement during the Review Period:

Daily average
trading
volume to the
Company’s
total issued
Shares as at
Total trading the date of the
volume Announcement
(Shares) (%)
May (From 26 May 2008 to 30 May 2008) 1,010,000 0.16
June 2,535,000 0.10
July 815,900 0.03
August 1,101,255 0.05
September 5,487,452 0.02
October 7,245,028 0.27
November (From 3 November 2008 to the Last
Trading Day) 2,000,000 0.09

Source: the website of the Stock Exchange

We note that the daily trading volume of the Shares within the Review Period is significantly low relative to the Company’s total issued Shares as at the date of the Announcement. The highest daily average trading volume of the Shares only represents approximately 0.27% of the Company’s issued share capital as at the date of the Announcement.

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LETTER FROM THE INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVISER

In view of the extremely low liquidity of the Shares on the Stock Exchange, which make placement of the same amount of the Shares to be difficult, and based on the fact that the Open Offer would not dilute the shareholding of the existing Shareholders (assume all the Qualifying Shareholders take up their respective assured allotment of the Offer Shares) (discussion of the potential dilution effect on the shareholding interests of the Open Offer is set out in the paragraph headed “Potential dilution effect on the shareholding interests of the Independent Shareholders” below), we consider that the Open Offer is a proper fund raising method.

Based on the above analysis, we are of the view that the Subscription Price is fair and reasonable so far as the Company and the Independent Shareholders are concerned. In view of the foregoing and having considered (i) the Subscription Price was determined after arm’s length negotiations between the Company and Kingston Securities with reference to, among other things, the prevailing market price of the Shares and the recent financial requirements of the Company in light of the Subscription; and (ii) all Qualifying Shareholders are offered an equal opportunity to participate in the Open Offer and to take up their entitlements in full at the same price to maintain their respective shareholdings in the Company, we are of the opinion and concur with the Directors that the discounts of the Subscription Price as compared to the recent market prices would encourage Shareholders to participate in the Open Offer and the future growth of the Company and that the Subscription Price is fair and reasonable insofar as the Independent Shareholders are concerned.

Application for excess Offer Shares

According to the Letter, for application of excess Offer Shares, the Company will determine on a fair and equitable basis on the following principles:

  • (i) preference will be given to applications for less than a board lot of Offer Shares where they appear to the Directors that such applications are made to round up odd-lot holdings to whole-lot holdings; and

  • (ii) subject to availability of excess Offer Shares after allocation under principle (i) above, the excess Offer Shares will be allocated to Qualifying Shareholders who have applied for excess application based on a pro-rata basis to the excess Offer Shares applied by them, with board lots allocations to be made on a best effort basis.

We are of the view that since the trading cost of odd-lot is relatively higher than the whole-lot and the aforesaid principles is for rounding up odd-lot holdings to wholelot holdings and is also based on a pro-rata basis (subject to availability of excess Offer Shares after allocation under principle (i) above), the aforesaid principles are justifiable.

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LETTER FROM THE INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVISER

4. Alternatives to the Open Offer

The Directors advised that they have considered alternative means for the Group to raise funds other than the Open Offer, including but not limited to, debt financing and placing of new shares. Given the current financial condition of the Group, the Directors believe that taking up borrowings or other bank financing would increase the Group’s finance costs, and, in turn, may deteriorate the Group’s financial position and performance.

The Company has also considered the possibility of fund raising by way of share placements as an alternative to the Open Offer. However, unlike the Open Offer which provides all the Qualifying Shareholders an equal opportunity to participate in the enlargement of the capital base of the Company and at the same time allow them to maintain their proportionate interests in the Company, a share placement would involve an issue of new shares and result in a dilution of existing shareholders’ interest. Accordingly, the Directors do not consider a share placement to be desirable alternative to the Open Offer.

Having considered the existing financial position of the Group and that all Qualifying Shareholders are offered an equal opportunity to participate in the Open Offer and to take up their entitlement in full at the same price to maintain their respective shareholdings in the Company, we consider that the Open Offer is an equitable means to raise capital for the Group under the existing circumstances.

5. Potential dilution effect on the shareholding interests of the Independent Shareholders

Upon completion of the Open Offer, 1,131,207,381 Offer Shares will be issued. Qualifying Shareholders who elect to subscribe for in full their assured entitlements under the Open Offer will retain their current shareholding in the Company. Qualifying Shareholders who do not elect to subscribe for in full their assured entitlements under the Open Offer will be diluted after completion of the Open Offer by a maximum of approximately 90%. Please refer to the section headed “Effects on shareholding structure” in the Letter for detail information in relation to the dilution effect of the Open Offer. Despite the dilution effect by the Open Offer of a maximum of approximately 90%, we consider it should be balanced against the facts that (i) the Qualifying Shareholders have an equal opportunity to participate in the Open Offer; and (ii) the Open Offer would provide the fund to the Group for investment. As such, we consider the possible dilution effect on the Shareholders to be acceptable.

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LETTER FROM THE INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVISER

6. Expenses in relation to the Open Offer

According to the Letter, the estimated expenses in relation to the Open Offer, including financial, legal and other professional advisory fees, underwriting commission, printing and translation expenses, of approximately HK$1.4 million, which represent approximately 3% of the gross proceed of the Open Offer, will be borne by the Company. According to the Directors, the cost of the Open Offer is relatively lower than the cost of borrowing from banks (which is around 6% interest per annum). Based on above, we are of the view and concur of the view of the Directors that the expenses in relation to the Open Offer are justifiable.

Subject to the fulfilment of the conditions contained in the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement, it should also be noted that the Open Offer would not proceed if Kingston Securities exercise their termination rights under the Underwriting Agreement as supplemental by the Supplemental Agreement. Details of the provisions granting Kingston Securities such termination rights are included in the Letter.

7. Financial effects of the Open Offer

(a) Net tangible asset

According to the unaudited pro forma statement of adjusted consolidated net tangible assets of the Group (the “Pro Forma Statement”) set out in Appendix III to the Circular, the unaudited consolidated net tangible assets of the Group attributable to equity holders of the Company was approximately HK$149.0 million as at 30 September 2008. The unaudited pro forma adjusted consolidated net tangible assets of the Group would increase to approximately HK$192.8 million as a result of the estimated net proceeds of approximately HK$43.8 million from the Open Offer.

Accordingly, the net tangible assets of the Group will be strengthened as a result of the Open Offer.

(b) Gearing ratio/Working capital

Upon the completion of the Open Offer, the cash and bank balance of the Group will be increased as a result of the net proceeds from the Open Offer.

(c) Earnings

There will been no significant effect on the earnings of the Group immediately upon the completion of the Open Offer.

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LETTER FROM THE INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVISER

RECOMMENDATION

Taking into account the factors and reasons as mentioned above, which include (i) reasons for the Open Offer and the use of proceeds; (ii) principal terms of the Open Offer; (iii) alternatives to the Open Offer; (iv) potential dilution effect on the shareholding interests of the Independent Shareholders; (v) expenses in relation to the Open Offer and (vi) financial effects of the Open Offer, we consider that, on balance, the terms of the Open Offer are fair and reasonable so far as the Independent Shareholders are concerned and the Open Offer is in the interest of the Company and the Independent Shareholders as a whole and would advise the independent Shareholders and recommend the Independent Board Committee to recommend to the Independent Shareholders to vote in favour of the resolution to approve the Open Offer to be proposed at the EGM.

Yours faithfully, For and on behalf of

Grand Cathay Securities (Hong Kong) Limited Kim Chan Director

Kevin Chan Director

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

I. SUMMARY OF FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF THE GROUP

The following financial information has been extracted from the audited financial statements of the Group for each of the three years ended 31 March 2008 as set out in the relevant published annual reports of the Company and from the unaudited interim results of the Group for the six months ended 30 September 2008 as set out in the published interim report of the Company.

The Company’s auditors have issued qualified opinions for the year ended 31 March 2006.

During the three years ended 31 March 2008, there was no extraordinary, exceptional item and minority interest applicable to the financial statements of the Group and no dividend had been declared or paid.

Consolidated Income Statement

Turnover
(Loss)/Profit before taxation
Tax
(Loss)/Profit for the year
Dividends
(Loss)/Earnings per share_(HK$)_
For the
six months
ended
30 September
2008
HK$’000
805
(1,846)

(1,846)

(1.47) cents
For the year ended
31 March
2008
31 March
2007
31 March
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
10,632
62,288
17,258
20,611
(16,154)
(18,185)
(1,322)


19,289
(16,154)
(18,185)



4.9 cents
(18.9) cents
(2.26) cents

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

Consolidated Balance Sheet

Non-current assets
Current assets
Total assets
Non-current liabilities
Current liabilities
Total liabilities
Net assets/(liabilities)
For the
six months
ended
30 September
2008
HK$’000
57,459
113,715
171,174
6,824
1,441
8,265
162,909
For the year ended
31 March
2008
31 March
2007
31 March
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
58,288
9,952
11,975
114,447
80,834
32,800
172,735
90,786
44,775
7,157
14,085
171
1,609
94,845
54,557
8,766
108,930
54,728
163,969
(18,144)
(9,953)

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2008

Set out below is the audited consolidated income statement, consolidated balance sheet, consolidated statement of changes in equity and consolidated cash flow statement of the Group, and the balance sheet of the Company together with the notes to the financial statements of the Group as extracted from pages 30 to 95 of the annual report of the Company for the year ended 31 March 2008.

Consolidated Income Statement

For the year ended 31 March 2008

Notes
Turnover
7
Cost of sales
Gross profit
Fair value gain on investment properties
18
Other revenue and other income
7
Other operating expenses
Provision for litigation
25
Loss from operations
9
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries
33
Finance costs
10
Profit/(loss) before taxation
Taxation
13
Profit/(loss) for the year
Earnings/(loss) per share
16
— Basic
— Diluted
2008
HK$’000
10,632
(9,261)
1,371
7,700
3,345
(15,906)

(3,490)
25,736
(1,635)
20,611
(1,322)
19,289
HK4.9 cents
HK4.1 cents
2007
HK$’000
62,288
(49,004)
13,284

813
(24,430)
(4,000)
(14,333)

(1,821)
(16,154)

(16,154)
(HK18.9 cents)
N/A

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

Consolidated Balance Sheet

As at 31 March 2008

Notes
Non-current assets
Property, plant and equipment
17
Investment properties
18
Goodwill
19
Current assets
Film rights
21
Films in progress
21
Production in progress
Trade debtors
22
Deposits, prepayments and other
debtors
Bank balances and cash
Current liabilities
Trade creditors
23
Other creditors and accruals
Receipt in advance
Amounts due to directors
24
Amounts due to related companies
38(a)
Provision for litigation
25
Obligations under finance leases
— due within one year
26
Bank loan
27
Net current assets/(liabilities)
Total assets less current liabilities
2008
HK$’000
2007
HK$’000
1,333
55,506
1,449
9,952

58,288 9,952

12,315

159
213
101,760
2,397
9,110
25,522
13,812
6,116
23,877
114,447 80,834

1,212





397
2,762
1,117
46,347
2,484
37,755
4,000
380
1,609
112,838
171,126
94,845
(14,011)
(4,059)

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

Consolidated Balance Sheet

As at 31 March 2008

Notes
Capital and reserves
Share capital
30
Reserves
31
Total equity
Non-current liabilities
Convertible bonds
28
Obligations under finance leases
— due after one year
26
Bank loan
27
Deferred tax liabilities
29
2008
HK$’000
125,690
38,279
163,969
662

2,229
4,266
7,157
171,126
2007
HK$’000
125,690
38,279
10,620
(28,764)
(18,144)
662

2,229
4,266
13,841
244

14,085
(4,059)

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

Balance Sheet

As at 31 March 2008

Notes
Non-current assets
Interests in subsidiaries
20
Current assets
Deposits, prepayments and other
debtors
Amounts due from subsidiaries
20
Bank balances and cash
Current liabilities
Other creditors and accruals
Amount due to a subsidiary
20
Amounts due to directors
24
Amounts due to related companies
38(a)
Net current assets
Total assets less current liabilities
Capital and reserves
Share capital
30
Reserves
31
Total equity
Non-current liabilities
Convertible bonds
28
2008
HK$’000
13,205
2007
HK$’000
468
177
65,178
79,886
300
16,070
17,813
145,241 34,183
687
29

642

2,484
15,129
716
144,525
157,730
18,255
15,928
16,396
125,690
31,378
10,620
(8,065)
157,068
662
157,730
2,555
13,841
16,396

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity

For the year ended 31 March 2008

Attributable to equity holders of the Company

At 1 April 2006
Loss for the year
Issue of shares
Share issue expenses
Issue of convertible
bonds
Conversion into shares
from convertible
bonds
At 31 March 2007 and
1 April 2007
Profit for the year
Issue of shares
Share issue expenses
Recognition of equity-
settled share-based
payments
Issue of convertible
bonds
Conversion into shares
from convertible
bonds
Shares issued upon
exercise of share
options
Cancellation of share
options
Exchange differences
arising on
translation
of financial
statements of
foreign operation
At 31 March 2008
Share
capital
HK$’000
8,050

1,610


960
10,620

80,452



31,456
3,162


125,690
Share
premium
Contributed
surplus
HK$’000
HK$’000
15,050
10


1,932

(159)



1,251

18,074
10


16,230

(2,241)





30,855

2,650





65,568
10
Share-
based
compens-
ation
reserve
Convertible
bonds
reserve
HK$’000
HK$’000
1,030








2,692

(323)
1,030
2,369






4,370


10,107

(12,226)
(1,699)

(1,030)



2,671
250
Translation
reserve
Accumulated
losses
HK$’000
HK$’000

(34,093)

(16,154)









(50,247)

19,289













1,030
(292)

(292)
(29,928)
Total
HK$’000
(9,953)
(16,154)
3,542
(159)
2,692
1,888
(18,144)
19,289
96,682
(2,241)
4,370
10,107
50,085
4,113

(292)
163,969

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

Consolidated Cash Flow Statement

For the year ended 31 March 2008

OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Profit/(loss) before taxation
Adjustments for:
Interest income
Loss on disposal of property, plant and
equipment
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries
Fair value gain on investment properties
Excess of interest in fair value of acquiree’s
identifiable assets and liabilities over the cost
of a business combination
Depreciation
Amortisation of film rights
Finance charges on finance leases
Impairment loss of films in progress
Interest expenses
Provision for litigation
Share-based payments
Operating cash flows before movements in
working capital
Increase in films in progress
Decrease/(increase) in production in progress
Decrease/(increase) in trade debtors
Decrease/(increase) in deposits, prepayments
and other debtors
(Decrease)/increase in trade creditors
Increase in other creditors and accruals
Increase in receipt in advance
Decrease/(increase) in amounts due to directors
NET CASH (USED IN)/GENERATED FROM
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Interest received
Acquisition of subsidiaries
Additions of film rights
Additions of film rights Disposal of subsidiaries
Proceeds from disposal of property, plant and
equipment
Purchase of property, plant and equipment
NET CASH GENERATED FROM/(USED IN)
INVESTING ACTIVITIES
2008
HK$’000
20,611
(1,274)
3
(25,736)
(7,700)
(2,057)
1,236
2,976
8

1,627

4,370
(5,936)
(24,395)
3,667
5,629
86
(2,166)
482
2,272
(2,484)
(22,845)
2007
HK$’000
(16,154)
(183)




3,941
30,058
45
1,600
1,776
4,000

25,083
(4,227)
(13,158)
(13,395)
(1,172)
303
212
14,534
1,242
9,422
1,274
311
(4,697)
21,136
3
(1,510)
183

(27,196)


(1,365)
16,517 (28,378)

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APPENDIX I

FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Interest paid
Finance charges on finance leases paid
Repayment of bank loan
Net amounts due to related companies
Proceeds from issue of shares
Proceeds from issue of convertible bonds
Proceeds from issue of shares under share
option scheme
Repayment of amounts due to related companies
Repayment of obligations under finance leases
Share issue expenses
NET CASH GENERATED FROM FINANCING
ACTIVITIES
NET INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH
EQUIVALENTS
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT THE
BEGINNING OF THE YEAR
EFFECT OF FOREIGN EXCHANGE RATE
CHANGES
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT THE
END OF THE YEAR
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS ANALYSIS
Bank balances and cash
2008
HK$’000
(1,305)
(8)
(65)
18,500
78,682
22,500
4,113
(36,000)
(96)
(2,241)
84,080
77,752
23,877
131
101,760
101,760
2007
HK$’000
(1,305)
(8)
(65)
18,500
78,682
22,500
4,113
(36,000)
(96)
(2,241)
(1,397)
(45)
(3,000)
22,500
3,542
18,200


(418)
(159)
39,223
20,267
3,610

23,877
23,877

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APPENDIX I

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

For the year ended 31 March 2008

1. GENERAL

The Company was incorporated in the Cayman Islands on 9 November 2001 under the Companies Law of Cayman Islands as an exempted company with limited liability and its shares are being listed on the Growth Enterprise Market (“GEM”) of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “Stock Exchange”). The addresses of the registered office and principal place of business of the Company are Cricket Square, Hutchins Drive, P.O. Box 2681, Grand Cayman KY1-1111, Cayman Islands and Unit 1611, 16/F., Shun Tak Centre, West Tower, 168-200 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong respectively.

The principal activities of the Group are the provision of film production services, production of television movies, investment in film productions and worldwide film distribution and properties investment.

The consolidated financial statements are presented in Hong Kong dollars, which is the same as the functional currency of the Company.

2. ADOPTION OF NEW AND REVISED HONG KONG FINANCIAL REPORTING STANDARDS

In the current year, the Group has applied, for the first time, the following new standards, amendments and interpretations of Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards (“new HKFRSs”) issued by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (“HKICPA”), which are effective for current accounting period.

HKAS 1 (Amendment) Capital disclosures
HKFRS 7 Financial Instruments: Disclosures
HK(IFRIC) — Int 8 Scope of HKFRS 2
HK(IFRIC) — Int 9 Reassessment of embedded derivatives
HK(IFRIC) — Int 10 Interim financial reporting and impairment
HK(IFRIC) — Int 11 HKFRS2: Group and Treasury Share Transactions

The adoption of the new HKFRSs had no material effect on how the results and financial position of the Group for the current or prior accounting periods have been prepared and presented. Accordingly, no prior period adjustment has been required.

The Group has applied the disclosure requirements under HKAS 1 (Amendment) and HKFRS 7 retrospectively. Certain information presented in prior year under the disclosure requirements of HKAS 32 has been removed and the relevant comparative information based on the requirements of HKAS 1 (Amendment) and HKFRS 7 has been presented for the first time in the current year.

The Group has not early applied the following new and revised standards, amendment and interpretations that have been issued but are not yet effective.

HKAS 1 (Revised) Presentation of Financial Statements1 HKAS 23 (Revised) Borrowing Costs1 HKAS 27 (Revised) Consolidated and separate financial statements2 HKFRS 2 (Amendment) Vesting conditions and cancellation1 HKFRS 3 (Revised) Business combinations2 HKFRS 8 Operating Segments1 HK(IFRIC) — Int 12 Service Concession Arrangements3 HK(IFRIC) — Int 13 Customer Loyalty Programmes4 HK(IFRIC) — Int 14 HKAS 19 — The Limit on a Defined Benefit Asset, Minimum Funding Requirements and their Interaction3

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1 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2009

2 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 July 2009

3 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2008

4 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 July 2008

The adoption of HKFRS 3 (Revised) may affect the accounting for business combination for which the acquisition date is on or after the beginning of the first annual reporting period beginning on or after 1 July 2009. HKAS 27 (Revised) will affect the accounting treatment for changes in a parent’s ownership interest in a subsidiary that do not result in a loss of control, which will be accounted for as equity transactions. The directors of the Company anticipate that the application of the other new or revised standards and interpretations will have no material impact on the results and the financial position of the Group.

3. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTS POLICIES

(a) Statement of compliance

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards issued by the HKICPA and the applicable disclosure requirements of the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance. These financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention except for investment properties, which are measured at fair value, as explained in the accounting policies set out below.

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with HKFRSs requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of policies and reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and various other factors believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis of making the judgements about carrying values of assets and liabilities not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised if the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods if the revision affects both current and future periods.

Judgements made by management in the application of HKFRSs that have significant effect on the financial statements and estimates with a significant risk of material adjustment in the next year are discussed in Note 6 to the financial statement.

These financial statements also comply with the applicable disclosure required by the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the GEM (“GEM Listing Rules”) of the Stock Exchange. A summary of the significant accounting policies adopted by the Group is set out below.

(b) Basis of consolidation

The consolidated financial statements incorporate the financial statements of the Company and its subsidiaries.

The results of subsidiaries acquired or disposed of during the year are included in the consolidated income statement from the effective date of acquisition or up to the effective date of disposal, as appropriate.

Where necessary, adjustments are made to the consolidated financial statements of subsidiaries to bring their accounting policies into line with those used by other members of the Group.

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All intra-group transactions, balances and unrealised gains on transactions within the Group are eliminated on consolidation.

(c) Business combination

The acquisition of business is accounted for using the purchase method. The cost of the acquisition is measured at the aggregate of the fair values, at the date of exchange, of assets given, liabilities incurred or assumed, and equity instruments issued by the Group in exchange for control of the acquiree, plus any costs directly attributable to the business combination. The acquiree’s identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities that meet the conditions for recognition under HKFRS 3 “Business Combinations” are recognised at their fair values at the acquisition date.

Goodwill arising on acquisition is recognised as an asset and initially measured cost, being the excess of the cost of the business combination over the Group’s interest in the net fair value of the identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities recognised. If, after reassessment, the Group’s interest in the net fair value of the acquiree’s identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities exceeds the cost of the business combination, the exceeds is recognised immediately in the consolidated income statement.

(d)

Goodwill

Goodwill arising on an acquisition of a business represents the excess of the cost of acquisition over the Group’s interest in the fair value of the identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities of the relevant business at the date of acquisition. Such goodwill is carried at cost less any accumulated impairment losses.

Capitalised goodwill arising on an acquisition of a business is presented separately in the consolidated balance sheet.

For the purposes of impairment testing, goodwill arising from an acquisition is allocated to each of the relevant cash-generating units, or groups of cash-generating units, that are expected to benefit from the synergies of the acquisition. A cash-generating unit to which goodwill has been allocated is tested for impairment annually, and whenever there is an indication that the unit may be impaired. For goodwill arising on an acquisition in a financial year, the cash-generating unit to which goodwill has been allocated is tested for impairment before the end of that financial year. When the recoverable amount of the cash generating unit is less than the carrying amount of the unit, the impairment loss is allocated to reduce the carrying amount of any goodwill allocated to the unit first, and then to the other assets of the unit pro rata on the basis of the carrying amount of each asset in the unit. Any impairment loss for goodwill is recognised directly in the consolidated income statement. An impairment loss for goodwill is not reversed in subsequent periods.

On subsequent disposal of the relevant cash generating unit, the attributable amount of goodwill capitalised is included in the determination of the amount of gain or loss on disposal.

(e) Interests in subsidiaries

A subsidiary is a company controlled by the Company. Subsidiaries are considered to be controlled if the Company has the power directly or indirectly, to govern the financial and operating policies, so as to obtain benefits from its activities.

In the Company’s balance sheet, interests in subsidiaries are stated at cost less impairment losses, unless the investment is classified as held for sale.

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(f) Property, plant and equipment

Property, plant and equipment is stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment losses.

Depreciation is provided to write off the cost of items of property, plant and equipment over their estimated useful lives and after taking into account their estimated residual values, using the straight-line method, at the following rates per annum:

Leasehold improvements 20% Furniture and fixtures 20% Machinery and equipment 10%-20% Motor vehicles 20% Office equipment 20%

An item of property, plant and equipment is derecognised upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected to arise from the continued use of the asset. Any gain or loss arising on derecognition of the asset (calculated as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the item) is included in the consolidated income statement in the year in which the item is derecognised.

Property, plant and equipment held under finance leases are depreciated over their expected useful lives on the same basis as owned assets or, where shorter, the terms of the relevant leases.

Where parts of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, the cost of the item is allocated on a reasonable basis between the parts and each part is depreciated separately. Both the useful life of an asset and its residual value, if any, are reviewed annually.

(g) Investment properties

Investment properties are properties held to earn rentals or for capital appreciation.

On initial recognition, investment properties are measured at cost, including any directly attributable expenditure. Subsequent to initial recognition, investment properties are measured at their fair value using the fair value model. Gains or losses arising from changes in the fair value of investment properties are included in profit or loss for the period in which they arise.

An investment property is derecognised upon disposal or when the investment property is permanently withdrawn from use or no future economic benefits are expected from its disposal. Any gain or loss arising on derecognition of the asset (calculated as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset) is include in the consolidated income statement in the year in which the item is derecognised.

(h) Leasing

(i) Finance leases

Leases are classified as finance leases when the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of the assets concerned to the Group. Assets held under finance leases are capitalised at their fair values at the date of acquisition. The corresponding liability to the lessor, net of interest charges, is included in the balance sheet as a finance lease obligation.

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Payments to the lessor are treated as consisting of capital and interest elements. Finance costs, which represent the difference between the total leasing commitments and the fair value of the assets acquired, are charged to the income statement over the term of the relevant lease so as to produce an approximately periodic rate of charge on the remaining balance of the obligations for each accounting period.

(ii) Operating leases

Rental income from operating leases is recognised in the income statement on a straight-line basis over the term of the relevant lease. Initial direct cots incurred in negotiating and arranging an operating lease are added to the carrying amount of the leased asset and recognised as an expense on a straight-line bass over the lease term.

Rentals payable under operating leases are charges to the income statement on a straight-line basis over the term of the relevant lease. Benefits received and receivable as an incentive to enter into an operating lease are recognised as a reduction of rental expense over the lease term on a straight-line basis.

(i) Revenue recognition

Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable and represents amounts receivable for services provided in the normal course of business, net of discounts and sales related taxes.

Income from the production of films and television movies is recognised when the production is completed, which is usually upon delivery of the film negatives to the customers.

Income from the distribution of films is recognised when the master materials have been delivered to customers.

Rental income from operating leases is recognised in the income statement on a straightline basis over the term of the relevant lease.

Interest income is accrued on a time basis, by reference to the principal outstanding and at the interest rate applicable.

(j) Film rights

Film rights represent film produced or acquired by the Group and are stated at cost less accumulated amortisation and any identified impairment losses.

The cost of film rights is amortised in the proportion of actual income earned during the year to the total estimated income after taking into account their estimated residual value. Where there is an impairment in value, the unamortised balance is written down to its estimated recoverable amount. The estimated residual value is reported as a non-current asset.

The portion of film rights expected to be amortised within twelve months from the balance sheet date is recognised as current asset. The portion of films rights expected not to amortised within twelve months from the balance sheet date is recognised as a non-current asset.

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(k) Production in progress

Production in progress represents films and television series under production and is stated at production costs incurred to date, less foreseeable losses. Such production costs are carried forward as production in progress in the consolidated balance sheet and are transferred to film production costs in the consolidated income statement upon completion.

(l) Films in progress

Films in progress represent films and television series under production and are stated at production costs incurred to date, less any identified impairment loss. Such production costs are transferred to film rights upon completion of production.

(m) Impairment losses

(i) Impairment of other receivables

Other current and non-current receivables that are stated at cost or amortised cost are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is objective evidence of impairment.

Objective evidence of impairment includes observable data that comes to the attention of the Group about one or more of the following loss events:

  • significant financial difficulty of the debtor;

  • a breach of contract, such as a default or delinquency in interest or principal payments;

  • it becoming probable that the debtor will enter bankruptcy or other financial reorganisation;

  • significant changes in the technological, market, economic or legal environment that have an adverse effect on the debtor.

If any such evidence exists, any impairment loss is determined and recognised as follows:

  • For trade and other current receivables and other financial assets carried at amortised cost, the impairment loss is measured as the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the present value of estimated future cash flows, discounted at the financial asset’s original effective interest rate (i.e., the effective interest rate computed at initial recognition of these assets), where the effect of discounting is material. This assessment is made collectively where financial assets carried at amortised cost share similar risk characteristics, such as similar past due status, and have not been individually assessed as impaired. Future cash flows for financial assets which are assessed for impairment collectively are based on historical loss experience for assets with credit risk characteristics similar to the collective Group.

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If in a subsequent period the amount of an impairment loss decreases and the decrease can be linked objectively to an event occurring after the impairment loss was recognised, the impairment loss is reversed through profit or loss. A reversal of an impairment loss shall not result in the asset’s carrying amount exceeding that which would have been determined had no impairment loss recognised in prior years.

Impairment losses are written off against the corresponding assets directly, except for impairment losses recognised in respect of trade receivables, whose recovery is considered doubtful but not remote. In this case, the impairment losses for doubtful debts are recorded using an allowance account. When the Group is satisfied that recovery is remote, the amount considered irrecoverable is written off against trade receivable directly and any amounts held in the allowance account relating to that debt are reversed. Subsequent recoveries of amounts previously charged to the allowance account are reversed against the allowance account. Other changes in the allowance account and subsequent recoveries of amounts previously written off directly are recognised in profit or loss.

(ii) Impairment of other assets

Internal and external sources of information are reviewed at each balance sheet date to identify indications that the following assets may be impaired or, except in the case of goodwill, an impairment loss previously recognised no longer exists or may have decreased:

  • property, plant and equipment (other than properties carried at revalued amounts);

  • intangible assets;

  • investment in subsidiaries (except for those classified as being held for sale); and

  • goodwill.

If any such indication exists, the asset’s recoverable amount is estimated. In addition, for goodwill, intangible assets that are not yet available for use and intangible assets that have indefinite useful lives, the recoverable amount is estimated annually whether or not there is any indication of impairment.

  • Calculation of recoverable amount

The recoverable amount of an asset is the greater of its net selling price and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. Where an asset does not generate cash inflows largely independent of those from other assets, the recoverable amount is determined for the smallest group of assets that generates cash inflows independently (i.e. a cash-generating unit).

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APPENDIX I

Recognition of impairment losses

An impairment loss is recognised in profit or loss whenever the carrying amount of an asset, or the cash-generating unit to which it belongs, exceeds its recoverable amount. Impairment losses recognised in respect of cashgenerating units are allocated first to reduce the carrying amount of any goodwill allocated to the cash generating unit (or group of units) and then, to reduce the carrying amount of the other assets in the unit (or group of units) on a pro rata basis, except that the carrying value of an asset will not be reduced below its individual fair value less costs to sell, or value in use, if determinable.

  • Reversals of impairment losses

In respect of assets other than goodwill, an impairment loss is reversed if there has been a favourable change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. An impairment loss in respect of goodwill is not reversed.

A reversal of an impairment losses is limited to the asset’s carrying amount that would have been determined had no impairment loss been recognised in prior years. Reversals of impairment losses are credited to profit or loss in the year in which the reversals are recognised.

(iii) Interim financial reporting and impairment

Under the GEM Listing Rules, the Group is required to prepare an interim financial report in compliance with HKAS 34, Interim financial reporting, in respect of the first six months of the financial year. At the end of the interim period, the Group applies the same impairment testing, recognition, and reversal criteria as it would at the end of the financial year (see Note 3(m)).

Impairment losses recognised in an interim period in respect of goodwill are not reversed in a subsequent period. This is the case even if no loss, or a smaller loss, would have been recognised had the impairment been assessed only at the end of the financial year to which the interim period relates.

(n) Financial instruments

Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised on the balance sheet when a group entity becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instruments. Financial assets and financial liabilities are initially measured at fair value. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities (other than financial assets and financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss) are added to or deducted from the fair value of the financial assets or financial liabilities, as appropriate, on initial recognition. Transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition of financial assets or financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss are recognised immediately in the income statement.

Financial assets

The Group’s financial assets are classified into loans and receivables. All regular way purchases or sales of financial assets are recognised and derecognised on a trade date basis. Regular way purchases or sales are purchases or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within the time frame established by regulation or convention in the marketplace.

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APPENDIX I

— Effective interest method

The effective interest method is a method of calculating the amortised cost of a financial asset and of allocating interest income over the relevant period. The effective interest rate is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts (including all fees on points paid or received that form an integral part of the effective interest rate, transaction costs and other premiums or discounts) through the expected life of the financial asset, or where appropriate, a shorter period.

Loans and receivables

Loans and receivables are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market. At each balance sheet date subsequent to initial recognition, loans and receivables (including trade debtors, prepayments, deposits and other debtors, amounts due from directors and bank balances) are carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method, less any identified impairment losses.

Financial liabilities and equity instruments

Financial liabilities and equity instruments issued by a group entity are classified according to the substance of the contractual arrangements entered into and the definitions of a financial liability and an equity instrument.

An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of the group after deducting all of its liabilities. The Group’s financial liabilities are generally classified into financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss and other financial liabilities. The accounting policies adopted in respect of financial liabilities and equity instruments are set out below.

  • Effective interest method

The effective interest method is a method of calculating the amortised cost of a financial liability and of allocating interest expense over the relevant period. The effective interest rate is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash payments through the expected life of the financial liability, or, where appropriate, a shorter period.

Interest expense is recognised on an effective interest basis other than those financial liabilities designated as at fair value through profit or loss, of which the interest expense is included in net gain or losses.

Other financial liabilities

Other financial liabilities including trade payables, other creditors and accruals, bank loan, amounts due to directors and obligations under finance leases are subsequently measured at amortised cost, using the effective interest method.

Equity instruments

Equity instruments issued by the Company are recorded at the proceeds received, net of direct issue costs.

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APPENDIX I

Derecognition

Financial assets are derecognised when the rights to receive cash flows from the assets expire or, the financial assets are transferred and the Group has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of the financial assets. On derecognition of a financial asset, the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the sum of the consideration received and the cumulative gain or loss that had been recognised directly in equity is recognised in the income statement.

For financial liabilities, they are removed from the Group’s balance sheet when, and only when, they are extinguished (i.e. when the obligation specified in the relevant contract is discharged, cancelled or expired). The difference between the carrying amount of the financial liability derecognised and the consideration paid or payable is recognised in the income statement.

Financial guarantee contracts

A financial guarantee contract is a contract that requires the issuer to make specified payments to reimburse the holder for a loss it incurs because a specified debtor fails to make payment when due in accordance with the original or modified terms of a debt instrument. A financial guarantee contract issued by the Group and not designated as at fair value through profit or loss is recognised initially at its fair value less transaction costs that are directly attributable to the issue of the financial guarantee contract. Subsequent to initial recognition, the Group measures the financial guarantee contract at the higher of: (i) the amount determined in accordance with HKAS 37 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets; and (ii) the amount initially recognised less, when appropriate, cumulative amortisation recognised in accordance with HKAS 18 Revenue.

Convertible bonds

Convertible bonds issued by the Company that contain both the liability and conversion option components are classified separately into respective items on initial recognition. Conversion option will be settled by the exchange of a fixed amount of cash or another financial asset for a fixed number of the Company’s own equity instruments as an equity instrument.

On initial recognition, the fair value of the liability component is determined using the prevailing market interest rate of similar non-convertible debts. The difference between the proceeds of the issue of the convertible bonds and the fair value assigned to the liability component, representing the conversion option for the holder to convert the bonds into equity, is included in equity (convertible bonds equity reserve).

In subsequent year, the liability component of the convertible bonds is carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method. The equity component, represented by the option to convert the liability component into ordinary shares of the Company, will remain in convertible bonds equity reserve until the conversion option is exercised (in which case the balance stated in convertible bonds equity reserve will be transferred to share premium). Where the option remains unexercised at the expiry date, the balance stated in convertible bonds equity reserve will be released to the retained profits. No gain or loss is recognised in the income statement upon conversion or expiration of the option.

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APPENDIX I

Transaction costs that relate to the issue of the convertible bonds are allocated to the liability and equity components in proportion to the allocation of the proceeds. Transaction costs relating to the equity component are charged directly to equity. Transaction costs relating to the liability component are included in the carrying amount of the liability component and amortised over the year of the convertible bonds using the effective interest method.

(o) Receipt in advance

Receipt in advance represents deposits received from film companies before the completion of production of films and television movies pursuant to the production agreements and will be recognised as income when the production has been completed.

(p) Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash at bank and on hand, demand deposits with banks and other financial institutions, and short-term, highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value. Bank overdrafts that are repayable on demand and form an integral part of the Group’s cash management are also included as a component of cash and cash equivalents for the purpose of the consolidated cash flow statement.

(q) Employee benefits

(i) Short-term employee benefits

Salaries, annual bonuses, paid annual leave and the cost of non-monetary benefits are accrued in the year in which the associated services are rendered by employees, where payment or settlement is deferred and the effect would be material, these amounts are stated at their present values.

(ii) Retirement benefit obligations

The Group operates a Mandatory Provident Fund Scheme (the “MPF Scheme”) under the Hong Kong Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Ordinance for those employees employed under the jurisdiction of the Hong Kong Employment Ordinance. The MPF Scheme is a defined contribution scheme, the assets of which are held in separate trustee-administered funds.

Under the MPF scheme, the employer and its employees are each required to make contributions to the scheme at 5% of the employees’ relevant income, subject to a cap of monthly relevant income of HK$20,000. The Group’s contributions to the scheme are expensed as incurred and vested in accordance with the scheme’s vesting scales. Where employees leave the scheme prior to the full vesting of the employer’s contributions, the amount of forfeited contributions is used to reduce the contributions payable by the Group.

(iii) Share-based payment expenses

The fair value of the employee services received in exchange for the grant of the share options is recognised as an expense in the consolidated income statement on a straight-line basis over the vesting period, with a corresponding increase in equity (share-based compensation reserve).

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APPENDIX I

The total amount to be expensed over the vesting period is determined with reference to the fair value of the share options granted. At each balance sheet date, the Company revises its estimates of the number of share options that are expected to become exercisable. It recognises the impact of the revision of original estimates, if any, in the consolidated income statement, and a corresponding adjustment to equity (Sharebased compensation reserve) in the consolidated balance sheet will be made over the remaining vesting periods.

The proceeds received, net of any directly attributable transaction cost, are credited to share capital and share premium accounts when the share options are exercised. When the share options are still not exercised at the expiry date, the amount previously recognised in share-based compensation reserve will be transferred to retained profits.

(r) Taxation

Income tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax.

The tax currently payable is based on taxable profit for the year. Taxable profit differs from net profit as reported in the consolidated income statement because it excludes items of income or expense that are taxable or deductible in other years, and it further excludes items of income or expense that are never taxable and deductible.

Deferred tax is the tax expected to be payable or recoverable on differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the consolidated financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit, and is accounted for using the balance sheet liability method. Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognised for all taxable temporary differences, and deferred tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that taxable profits will be available against which deductible temporary differences can be utilised. Such assets and liabilities are not recognised if the temporary difference arises from goodwill (or excess of interest in fair value of acquiree’s identifiable assets and liabilities over the cost of a business combination) or from the initial recognition (other than in a business combination) of other assets and liabilities in a transaction that affects neither the taxable profit nor the accounting profit.

Deferred tax liabilities are recognised for taxable temporary differences arising on investments in subsidiaries, except where the Group is able to control the reversal of the temporary difference and it is probable that the temporary difference will not reverse in the foreseeable future.

The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at each balance sheet date and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profits will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered.

Deferred tax is calculated at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the year when the liability is settled or the asset is realised. Deferred tax is charged or credited in the consolidated income statement, except when it relates to items charged or credited directly to equity in which case the deferred tax is also dealt with in equity.

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(s) Provision and contingent liabilities

A provision is recognised when there is a present obligation, legal or constructive, as a result of past event and it is probable (i.e. more likely than not) that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation, and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. Provisions are reviewed regularly and adjusted to reflect the current best estimate. Where the effect of the time value of money is material, the amount of a provision is the present value of the expenditures expected to be required to settle the obligation.

Contingent liabilities are not recognised in the consolidated financial statements. They are disclosed unless the possibility of an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits is remote. A contingent asset is not recognised in the consolidated financial statements but disclosed when an inflow of economic benefits is probable.

(t) Foreign currencies

In preparing the financial statements of each individual group entity, transactions in currencies other than the functional currency of that entity (foreign currencies) are recorded in the respective functional currency (i.e. the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates) at the rates of exchanges prevailing on the dates of the transactions. At each balance sheet date, monetary items denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the rates prevailing on the balance sheet date. Non-monetary items carried at fair value that are denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the rates prevailing on the date when the fair value was determined. Non-monetary items that are measured in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are not retranslated.

Exchange differences arising on the settlement of monetary items, and on the translation of monetary items, are recognised in the income statement in the period in which they arise, except for exchange differences arising on a monetary item that forms part of the company’s net investment in a foreign operation, in which case, such exchange differences are recognised in equity in the consolidated financial statements.

For the purposes of presenting the consolidated financial statements, the assets and liabilities of the Group’s foreign operations are translated into the presentation currency of the Group (i.e. Hong Kong dollars) at the rate of exchange prevailing at the balance sheet date, and their income and expenses are translated at the average exchange rates for the year, unless exchange rates fluctuate significantly during the period, in which case, the exchange rates prevailing at the dates of transactions are used. Exchange differences arising, if any, are recognised as a separate component of equity (the translation reserve). Such exchange differences are recognised in the consolidated income statement in the period in which the foreign operation is disposed of.

Goodwill and fair value adjustments on identified assets acquired arising on the acquisition of a foreign operation are treated as assets and liabilities of that foreign operation and translated at the rate of exchange prevailing at the balance sheet date. Exchange difference arising are recognised in the translation reserve.

(u) Borrowing costs

Borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of those assets. Capitalisation of such borrowing costs ceases when the assets are substantially ready for their intended use or sale.

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All other borrowing costs are charged to the income statement in the year in which they are incurred.

(v) Related parties

For the purpose of these financial statements, parties are considered to be related to the Group if:

  • (i) the party has the ability, directly or indirectly through one or more intermediaries, to control the Group or exercise significant influence over the Group in making financial and operating policy decisions, or has joint control over the Group;

  • (ii) the Group and the party are subject to common control;

  • (iii) the party is an associate of the Group or a joint venture in which the Group is a venturer;

  • (iv) the party is a member of key management personnel of the Group or the Group’s parent, or a close family member of such an individual, or is an entity under the control, joint control or significant influence of such individuals; or

  • (v) the party is a close family member of a party referred to in (i) or is an entity under the control, joint control or significant influence of such individuals, or

  • (vi) the party is a post-employment benefit plan which is for the benefit of employees of the Group or of any entity that is a related party of the Group.

Close family members of an individual are those family members who may be expected to influence, or be influenced by, that individual in their dealings with the entity.

(w) Segment reporting

A segment is a distinguishable component of the Group that is engaged either in providing products or services (business segment), or in providing products or services within a particular economic environment (geographical segment), which is subject to risks and rewards that are different from those of other segments.

In accordance with the Group’s internal financial reporting system, the Group has chosen business segment information as the primary reporting format and geographical segment information as the secondary reporting format for the purpose of these financial statements.

Segment revenue, expenses, results, assets and liabilities include items directly attributable to a segment as well as those that can be allocated on a reasonable basis to that segment. For example, segment assets may include trade receivables and property, plant and equipment. Segment revenue, expenses, assets and liabilities are determined before intragroup balances and intra-group transactions are eliminated as part of the consolidation process, except to the extent that such intra-group balances and transactions are between group entities within a single segment. Inter-segment pricing is based on similar terms as those available to other external parties.

Segment capital expenditure is the total cost incurred during the period to acquire segment assets (both tangible and intangible) that are expected to be used for more than one period.

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Unallocated items mainly comprise financial and corporate assets, interest-bearing loans, borrowings, tax balances, corporate and financing expenses.

4. CAPITAL MANAGEMENT

The Group manages its capital to ensure that entities in the Group will be able to continue as a going concern while maximizing the return to stakeholders through the optimization of the debt and equity balance. The Group’s overall strategy remains unchanged from prior year.

The capital structure of the Group consists of total assets and total liabilities. Consistent with industry practice, the Group monitors its capital structure on the basis of a gearing ratio.

As at 31 March 2008 and 2007, the gearing ratio determined as the proportion of total liabilities to total assets was 5% (2007: 120%). The Group’s strategy was to maintain the gearing ratio at the lower end of the range 5% to 20%. In order to maintain or adjust the ratio, the Group may adjust the amount of dividends paid to shareholders, issue new shares, return capital to shareholders, raise new debt financing or sell assets to reduce debt.

5. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

Exposure to credit, liquidity, interest rate and currency risks arises in the normal course of the Group’s business. The Group is also exposed to equity price risk arising from its own equity share price.

(a) Fair values

The fair value of financial assets and financial liabilities are determined in accordance with generally accepted pricing models based on discounted cash flows analysis using prices or rates from observable current market transactions as input.

The directors consider the carrying amounts of financial assets and liabilities recorded at amortised cost in these financial statements approximate their fair values.

(b) Credit risk

The Group is exposed to credit risk that any single counter party or group of counter parties having similar characteristics will be unable to pay amounts in full when due. Credit risks associated with these transactions are closely monitored by management of the Group. The Group’s customers are film producers in Hong Kong and PRC which the Group believes have reliable credit standing. Taking into account the creditworthiness of the Group’s customers and the past history of settlement, the credit risk measures and the historical levels of the bad debts, the Directors consider that such concentration of credit risk would not result in significant credit default exposure to the Group. The default risk of the industry and the country in which customers operate also has an influence on credit risk but a lesser extent.

In respect of trade and other debtors, credit evaluations are performed on all customers requiring credit over a certain amount. These receivables are normally due within 90 days from the date of billing. Normally, the Group does not obtain collateral from customers.

The carrying amount of each financial asset in the consolidated balance sheet after deducting any impairment allowance represents the Group’s maximum exposure to credit risk in relation to financial assets.

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The credit risk on liquid funds is limited because the counterparties are banks with good reputation.

(c) Interest rate risk

The Group is exposed to fair value interest rate risk only in relation to fixed-rate borrowings, fixed-rate bank deposits and fixed rate convertible bonds issued. The Group currently does not have an interest rate hedging policy. However, the management monitors interest rate exposure and will consider hedging significant interest rate exposure should the need arise.

The Group’s convertible bonds issued at fixed rates expose the Group to fair value interest rate risk. The interest rates and terms of repayment of the convertible bonds of the Group are disclosed in Note 28.

At 31 March 2008, it is estimated that a general increase/decrease of 100 basis points in interest rates, with all other variables held constant, would decrease/increase the Group’s profit after taxation and retained profits by approximately HK$985,000 (2007: approximately HK$94,000).

The sensitivity analysis above has been determined assuming that the change in interest rates had occurred at the balance sheet date and had been applied to the exposure to interest rate risk for non-derivative financial instruments in existence at that date. The 100 basis point increase or decrease represents management’s assessment of a reasonably possible change in interest rates over the period until the next annual balance sheet date. The analysis is performed on the same basis for 2007.

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(d) Liquidity risk

In management of the liquidity risk, the Group monitors and maintains a level of cash and cash equivalents deemed adequate by the directors to finance the Group’s operations and mitigate the effects of fluctuations in cash flows. The management monitors the utilisation of bank loan and ensures compliance with loan covenants.

The following table details the Group’s remaining contractual maturity for its financial liabilities. This table has been drawn up based on undiscounted cash flows of financial liabilities based on the earliest date on which the Group can be required to pay. The table includes both interest and principal cash flows.

The Group

Weighted
average
effective
interest rate
Within 1 year
or on demand
More than
1 year but less
than 2 years
%
HK$’000
HK$’000
2008
Other creditors
and accruals

1,212

Bank loans
5.78%
397
421
Convertible
bonds

9.00%


1,609
421
2007
Trade creditors

2,762

Other creditors
and accruals

1,117

Receipt in advance

46,347

Amounts due to
directors

2,484

Amounts due
to related
companies
5.12%
37,755

Obligations under
finance leases

380
244
Convertible
bonds

9.00%


90,845
244
More than
2 years but
less than
5 years
HK$’000

1,415
662
2,077






13,841
13,841
More than
5 years
Total
undiscounted
cash flow
Total carrying
amount
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000

1,212
1,212
393
2,626
2,626

662
662
393
4,500
4,500

2,762
2,762

1,117
1,117

46,347
46,347

2,484
2,484

37,755
37,755

624
624

13,841
13,841

104,930
104,930
More than
5 years
Total
undiscounted
cash flow
Total carrying
amount
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000

1,212
1,212
393
2,626
2,626

662
662
393
4,500
4,500

2,762
2,762

1,117
1,117

46,347
46,347

2,484
2,484

37,755
37,755

624
624

13,841
13,841

104,930
104,930
4,500
2,762
1,117
46,347
2,484
37,755
624
13,841
104,930

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

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The Company

Weighted
average
effective
interest rate
Within 1 year
or on demand
More than
1 year but less
than 2 years
%
HK$’000
HK$’000
2008
Other creditors
and accruals

697

Amount due to a
subsidiary

29

Convertible
bonds
9.00%


726

2007
Other creditors
and accruals

642

Amounts due to
directors

2,484

Amounts due
to related
companies
5.12%
15,129

Convertible
bonds

9.00%


18,255
More than
2 years but
less than
5 years
HK$’000


662
662



13,841
13,841
More than
5 years
Total
undiscounted
cash flow
Total carrying
amount
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000

697
697

29
29

662
662

1,388
1,388

642
642

2,484
2,484

15,129
15,129

13,841
13,841

32,096
32,096
More than
5 years
Total
undiscounted
cash flow
Total carrying
amount
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000

697
697

29
29

662
662

1,388
1,388

642
642

2,484
2,484

15,129
15,129

13,841
13,841

32,096
32,096
1,388
642
2,484
15,129
13,841
32,096
  • No discounted cash flow is calculated as the effect of discounting would be immaterial.

(e) Foreign currency risk

The Group is exposed to currency risk primarily through receipt of rented income by a subsidiary, that are denominated in foreign currency. Approximately 3.5% (2007: Nil) of the Group’s turnover are denominated in currency other than the functional currency of the Group entity making the income.

The carrying amount of this subsidiary’s Canadian dollars denominated monetary assets representing trade debtors and other debtors and bank balances; and monetary liabilities representing other creditors and accruals, loans payable with the Group and bank loan at 31 March 2008 was HK$556,000 and HK$9,780,000 (2007: Nil and Nil) respectively.

Sensitivity analysis

The sensitivity analysis below has been determined based on the exposure to a 5% increase and decrease in Hong Kong dollars against Canadian dollars. 5% is the sensitivity rate used when reporting foreign currency risk internally to key management personnel and represents management’s assessment of the reasonably possible change in foreign exchange rates. The sensitivity analysis includes outstanding amounts of a subsidiary’s Canadian dollars denominated monetary items and adjusts their translation at the period end for a 5% change in foreign currency rates. For a 5% strengthening of Hong Kong dollars

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against Canadian dollars, the profit for the year ended 31 March 2008 would be reduced by HK$461,000 (2007: Nil). For a 5% weakening of Hong Kong dollars against Canadian dollars, there would be an equal an opposite impact on the profit or loss.

6. CRITICAL ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES AND JUDGEMENTS

The estimates and assumptions that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year are discussed below.

(a) Impairment of film rights

The Group performs annual tests on whether there has been impairment of film rights in accordance with the accounting policy stated in Note 3m. The recoverable amounts of cashgenerating units are determined based on value-in-use calculations. These calculations require the use of estimates and assumptions made by management on the future operation of the business, pre-tax discount rates and other assumptions underlying the value-in-use calculations.

(b) Trade debtors

The aged debt profile of trade debtors is reviewed on a regular basis to ensure that the trade debtors balances are collectible and follow up actions are promptly carried out if the agreed credit periods have been exceeded. However, from time to time, the Group may experience delays in collection. Where recoverability of trade debtors balances are called into doubts, specific provisions for bad and doubtful debts are made based on credit status of the customers, the aged analysis of the trade debtors balances and write-off history. Certain debtors may be initially identified as collectible, yet subsequently become uncollectible and result in a subsequent write-off of the related receivable to the income statement. Changes in the collectibility of trade debtors for which provisions are not made could affect the Group’s results of operations.

(c) Useful lives of property, plant and equipment

In accordance with HKAS 16, the Group estimates the useful lives of property, plant and equipment in order to determine the amount of depreciation expenses to be recorded. The useful lives are estimated at the time the asset is acquired based on historical experience, the expected usage, wear and tear of the assets, as well as technical obsolescence arising from changes in the market demands or service output of the assets. The Group also performs annual reviews on whether the assumptions made on useful lives continue to be valid.

(d) Impairment of films in progress

The management of the Group reviews an aging analysis at each balance sheet date, and identify the slow-moving films in progress that are no longer suitable for use in production. The management estimates the net realisable value for such finished goods of the films in progress based primarily on the latest contract prices and current market conditions. In addition, the Group carries out review on each film at each balance sheet date and makes allowance for any films in progress that production no longer proceed.

(e) Deposits, prepayments and other debtors

The Group makes impairment loss for doubtful debts based on an assessment of the recoverability of deposits, prepayments and other debtors. Provisions are applied to deposits, prepayments and other debtors where events or changes in circumstances indicate

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that the balances may not be collectible. The identification of doubtful debts requires the use of judgement and estimates based on the credit history of the customers and the current market conditions. Where the expectation is different from the original estimate, such difference will impact carrying value of receivables and doubtful debt expenses in the period in which such estimate has been changed.

7. TURNOVER, OTHER REVENUE AND OTHER INCOME

Turnover represents the net amounts received and receivables for goods sold and rendering of services by the Group.

Turnover, other revenue and other income consist of:

Turnover
Film production
Film distribution
Gross rentals from investment properties
Other revenue
Bank interest income
Others
Other income
Excess of interest in fair value of acquiree’s
identifiable assets and liabilities over the cost
of a business combination_(Note 32(a))_
Other revenue and other income
Total
2008
HK$’000
2007
HK$’000
7,500
2,755
377
22,030
40,258
10,632 62,288
1,274
14
183
630
1,288
2,057
3,345
13,977
813

813
63,101

8. BUSINESS AND GEOGRAPHICAL SEGMENTS

Segment information is presented in respect of the Group’s business and geographical segments. Business segment information is chosen as the primary reporting format because this is more relevant to the Group’s internal financial reporting.

(a) Business segments

For management purposes, the Group is currently organised into three operating divisions, namely, film production, film distribution and properties investment. These divisions are the basis on which the Group reports its primary segment information.

Film production: production of films to customers Film distribution: distribution of films through the distributors to various licencees Properties investment: leasing of properties to generate rental income

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Income statement

Turnover
Segment results
Unallocated corporate
income
Unallocated corporate
expenses
Loss from operations
Interest income
Gain on disposal of
subsidiaries
Finance costs
Profit/(loss) before
taxation
Taxation
Profit/(loss) for the year
Film production
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
7,500
22,030
1,215
4,684
Film distribution
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
2,755
40,258
(221)
4,654
Properties investment
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
377

8,077
Consolidated
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
10,632
62,288
9,071
9,338
2,071
630
(15,906)
(24,484)
(4,764)
(14,516)
1,274
183
25,736

(1,635)
(1,821)
20,611
(16,154)
(1,322)

19,289
(16,154)
Consolidated
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
10,632
62,288
9,071
9,338
2,071
630
(15,906)
(24,484)
(4,764)
(14,516)
1,274
183
25,736

(1,635)
(1,821)
20,611
(16,154)
(1,322)

19,289
(16,154)
9,338
630
(24,484)
(14,516)
183

(1,821)
(16,154)
(16,154)

Balance sheet

Segment assets
Unallocated corporate
assets
Consolidated total
assets
Segment liabilities
Unallocated corporate
liabilities
Consolidated total
liabilities
Film production
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000

29,693

(43,028)
Film distribution
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
33,848
25,193

(6,081)
Properties investment
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
57,376
500
(7,413)
Consolidated
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
91,224
55,386
81,511
35,400
172,735
90,786
(7,413)
(49,109)
(1,353)
(59,821)
(8,766)
(108,930)
Consolidated
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
91,224
55,386
81,511
35,400
172,735
90,786
(7,413)
(49,109)
(1,353)
(59,821)
(8,766)
(108,930)
90,786
(49,109)
(59,821)
(108,930)

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Other information

Properties Properties
Film production Film distribution investment Unallocated Consolidated
2008 2007 2008 2007 2008 2007 2008 2007 2008 2007
HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000
Additions of property,
plant and equipment 4 77 1,429 2,195 1,510 2,195
Depreciation 102 393 95 646 3,941 1,236 3,941
Additions of film rights 4,697 27,196 4,697 27,196
Share-based payment
expense 4,370 4,370
Amortisation of film
rights 2,976 30,058 2,976 30,058
Impairment loss of films
in progress 1,600 1,600
Loss on disposal of
property, plant and
equipment 3 3

(b) Geographical segments

The Group’s film distribution and film production income are derived from Hong Kong and overseas distribution and rental income is derived from properties located at Canada. The following table provides an analysis of the Group’s sales revenue by geographical market:

Hong Kong
Overseas
2008
HK$’000
8,551
2,081
10,632
2007
HK$’000
39,372
22,916
62,288

The following is an analysis of the carrying amount of segment assets and additions to property, plant and equipment, analysed by the geographical area in which the assets are located:

Hong Kong
Overseas
Carrying amount of
segment assets
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
149,554
90,786
23,181

172,735
90,786
Additions to property,
plant and equipment
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
1,510
2,195


1,510
2,195
Additions to property,
plant and equipment
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
1,510
2,195


1,510
2,195
2,195

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9. LOSS FROM OPERATIONS

Loss from operations has been arrived at after charging/(crediting):

Auditor’s remuneration
Amortisation of film rights (included in
cost of sales)
Impairment loss of films in progress (included in cost
of sales)
Production costs (included in cost of sales)
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment
— assets held under finance leases
— owned assets
Net foreign exchange loss
Operating lease rental in respect of rental premises
Loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment
Rental income from investment properties less direct
outgoings of HK$195,000 (2007: HK$Nil)
Staff costs (include Directors’ remuneration
(Note 11)
Salaries and allowances
Share-based payment expenses
Staff welfare and messing
Contribution to retirement benefits scheme
Total staff costs
FINANCE COSTS
Interests on:
Bank loan wholly repayable within five years
Bank loan not wholly repayable within five years
Amounts due to related companies_(Note 38(a))_
Effective interest expenses on convertible bonds
wholly repayable within five years
Finance charges on obligations under finance leases
Total interest expense on financial liabilities not at
fair value through profit or loss
Auditor’s remuneration
Amortisation of film rights (included in
cost of sales)
Impairment loss of films in progress (included in cost
of sales)
Production costs (included in cost of sales)
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment
— assets held under finance leases
— owned assets
Net foreign exchange loss
Operating lease rental in respect of rental premises
Loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment
Rental income from investment properties less direct
outgoings of HK$195,000 (2007: HK$Nil)
Staff costs (include Directors’ remuneration
(Note 11)
Salaries and allowances
Share-based payment expenses
Staff welfare and messing
Contribution to retirement benefits scheme
Total staff costs
FINANCE COSTS
Interests on:
Bank loan wholly repayable within five years
Bank loan not wholly repayable within five years
Amounts due to related companies_(Note 38(a))_
Effective interest expenses on convertible bonds
wholly repayable within five years
Finance charges on obligations under finance leases
Total interest expense on financial liabilities not at
fair value through profit or loss
2008
HK$’000
260
2,976

6,285
49
1,187
140
793
3
(182)
2007
HK$’000
220
30,058
1,600
17,346
176
3,765

1,866

3,437
4,370
9
90
10,434

89
131
7,906
2008
HK$’000

25
667
935
8
1,635
10,654
2007
HK$’000
10

1,545
221
45
1,821

10. FINANCE COSTS

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11. DIRECTORS’ REMUNERATION

The remuneration of every director of the Company for the year disclosed pursuant to section 161 of the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance is analysed as follows:

For the year ended 31 March 2008

Directors’ fee
HK$’000
Executive directors
Mr. Yip Tai Him_(Note a)

Mr. Lei Hong Wai
(Note b)

Mr. Law Sau Yiu, Dennis
(Note c)

Ms. Teng Chia Lin, Chialina
(Note d)

Ms. Chan Dao Ho
(Note e)

Independent non-executive directors
Mr. Lai Hok Lim
(Note f)
84
Mr. Leung Wai Man
(Note g)
84
Mr. Man Kong Yui
(Note h)
62
Mr. Lung Hak Kau
(Note i)
38
Ms. Wai Lai Yung
(Note j)
45
Ms. Tsang Kei Ling
(Note k)
24
337
For the year ended 31 March 2007
Directors’ fee
_HK$’000

Executive directors
Mr. Law Sau Yiu, Dennis_(Note c)

Ms. Teng Chia Lin, Chialina
(Note d)

Ms. Chan Dao Ho
(Note e)

Independent non-executive directors
Mr. Lung Hak Kau
(Note i)
96
Ms. Wai Lai Yung
(Note j)
96
Ms. Tsang Kei Ling
(Note k)_
60
252
Salaries
and other
allowances
Share- based
payments
HK$’000
HK$’000
84
368
84
713
(444)

(108)

248













(136)
1,081
Salaries
and other
allowances
Share- based
payments
HK$’000
HK$’000
1,800

456

757







3,013
Retirement
benefits
scheme
contribution
HK$’000
3
3


2
3
3
2



16
Retirement
benefits
scheme
contribution
HK$’000
12
12
12



36
Total
HK$’000
455
800
(444)
(108)
250
87
87
64
38
45
24
1,298
Total
HK$’000
1,812
468
769
96
96
60
3,301

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Notes:

  • (a) Mr. Yip Tai Him was appointed on 10 July 2007.

  • (b) Mr. Lei Hong Wai was appointed on 10 July 2007.

  • (c) Mr. Law Sau Yiu, Dennis resigned on 9 October 2007 and entered into an arrangement under which he agreed to waive director remuneration payable to him under the service agreement dated 9 October 2003 for the period from 1 January 2007 to 9 October 2007.

  • (d) Ms. Teng Chia Lin, Chialina resigned on 18 September 2007 and entered into an arrangement under which she agreed to waive director remuneration payable to her under the service agreement dated 9 October 2003 for the period from 1 January 2007 to 18 September 2007.

  • (e) Ms. Chan Dao Ho resigned on 7 September 2007.

  • (f) Mr. Lai Hok Lim was appointed on 10 July 2007.

  • (g) Mr. Leung Wai Man was appointed on 10 July 2007.

  • (h) Mr. Man Kong Yui was appointed on 18 September 2007.

  • (i) Mr. Lung Hak Kau resigned on 24 August 2007.

  • (j) Ms. Wai Lai Yung resigned on 18 September 2007.

  • (k) Ms. Tsang Kei Ling resigned on 24 August 2007.

The share-based payments represent the estimated value of share options granted to the directors under the Company’s share option scheme. The value of these share options is measured according to the Group’s accounting policies for sharebased payment transactions as set out in Note 3(q)(iii).

At 31 March 2008, the directors held share options under the Company’s share option scheme. Details of the share options are disclosed under the paragraph “Share option schemes” in the report of the directors and Note 39.

During the years ended 31 March 2008 and 2007, no emoluments or incentive payments were paid by the Group to the directors as an inducement to join or upon joining the Group or as compensation for loss of office.

12. INDIVIDUALS WITH HIGHEST EMOLUMENTS

The five highest paid individuals of the Group for the year include:

Number of directors
Number of other individuals
2008
2
3
5
2007
3
2
5

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

The emoluments of the directors of the Company are disclosed in Note 11. Details of the emoluments of the remaining individuals are as follows:

Salaries and other allowances
Retirement benefits scheme contribution
Share-based payments
2008
HK$’000
1,550
7
987
2,544
2007
HK$’000
4,500
24
4,524

The emoluments of the remaining individuals fell within the following bands:

Emoluments bands
Nil — HK$1,000,000
HK$1,000,001 — HK$1,500,000
HK$4,000,001 — HK$4,500,000
Number of individuals
2008
2007
2
1
1


1
3
2
Number of individuals
2008
2007
2
1
1


1
3
2
2

At 31 March 2008, the employees held share options under the Company’s share option scheme. Details of the share options are disclosed under the paragraph “Share option schemes” in Note 39.

13. TAXATION

Current tax charge for the year
Hong Kong
Overseas
Deferred tax charge
Current year
Attributable to a change in overseas tax rate
2008
HK$’000



1,360
(38)
1,322
1,322
2007
HK$’000


No provision for Hong Kong profits tax has been made in the consolidated financial statements as the Group has no assessable profits in Hong Kong for the years ended 31 March 2008 and 2007. Taxation for overseas subsidiaries is charged at the appropriate current rates of taxation ruling in the relevant countries.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

Income tax for the year can be reconciled to the profit/(loss) before taxation per the consolidated income statement as follows:

Profit/(loss) before taxation
Notional tax on profit/(loss) before taxation,
calculated at the rates applicable to profits in the
countries concerned (2007: 17.5%)
Tax effect of unrecognised tax losses
Tax effect of non-taxable incomes
Tax effect of non-deductible expenses
Tax effect of tax losses utilised
Tax effect of unrecognised timing difference
Decrease in opening deferred tax liabilities resulting
from a change in overseas tax rate
Actual tax expenses
2008
HK$’000
20,611
3,623
640
(6,656)
3,753


(38)
1,322
2007
HK$’000
(16,154)
(2,827)
1,994
(32)
700
(238)
403

14. PROFIT/(LOSS) ATTRIBUTABLE TO EQUITY HOLDERS OF THE COMPANY

The consolidated profit/(loss) attributable to equity holders of the Company includes a loss of approximately HK$8,603,000 (2007: a loss of approximately HK$4,632,000) which has been dealt with in the financial statements of the Company.

15. DIVIDEND

No dividend for the year ended 31 March 2008 has been proposed by the directors (2007: HK$Nil).

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

16. EARNINGS/(LOSS) PER SHARE

The calculation of the basic and diluted earnings/(loss) per share attributable to the equity holders of the Company are based on the following data:

Profit/(loss) attributable to equity holders of the
Company (basic and diluted)
Weighted average number of ordinary shares (basic)
Issued ordinary shares at 1 April
Effect of consolidation of shares
Effect of conversion into shares from convertible
bonds
Effect of issue of new shares
Effect of share options exercised
Weighted average number of ordinary shares for
basic earnings/(loss) per share at 31 March
Weighted average number of ordinary shares
(diluted)
Weighted average number of ordinary shares
at 31 March
Effect of exercise of share options
Weighted average number of ordinary shares for
dilutive earnings/(loss) per share at 31 March
Earnings/(loss) per share:
— Basic
— Diluted
2008
HK$’000
19,289
Number of
ordinary shares
’000
106,200

125,889
159,062
606
391,757
391,757
78,086
469,843
HK4.9 cents
HK4.1 cents
2007
HK$’000
(16,154)
Number of
ordinary shares
’000
805,000
(767,376)
403
47,636

85,600
85,600

85,600
(HK18.9 cents)
N/A

The conversion of all potential ordinary shares arising from convertible bonds would have an antidilutive effect on the earnings per share for the year ended 31 March 2008.

No diluted loss per share has been presented for the year ended 31 March 2007 as the conversion of all potential ordinary shares arising from share options granted by the Company and convertible bonds would have an anti-dilutive effect on the loss per share for the year ended 31 March 2007.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

17. PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

The Group

Leasehold
improvements
Furniture and
fixtures
Machinery and
equipment
Motor vehicles
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
Cost
At 1 April 2006
4,023
725
16,666
468
Additions
222
53
1,067
308
At 31 March 2007
4,245
778
17,733
776
At 1 April 2007
4,245
778
17,733
776
Additions
1,037
322


Disposal




Disposal of subsidiaries
(Note 33)
(4,245)
(827)
(17,733)
(776)
At 31 March 2008
1,037
273


Accumulated depreciation
At 1 April 2006
2,475
462
7,793
56
Charge for the year
815
149
2,523
114
At 31 March 2007
3,290
611
10,316
170
At 1 April 2007
3,290
611
10,316
170
Charge for the year
300
66
646
70
Written back on disposal of
subsidiaries_(Note 33)_
(3,522)
(659)
(10,962)
(240)
At 31 March 2008
68
18


Net book value
At 31 March 2008
969
255


At 31 March 2007
955
167
7,417
606
Office
equipment
HK$’000
1,793
545
2,338
2,338
151
(6)
(2,365)
118
1,191
340
1,531
1,531
154
(1,676)
9
109
807
Total
HK$’000
23,675
2,195
25,870
25,870
1,510
(6)
(25,946)
1,428
11,977
3,941
15,918
15,918
1,236
(17,059)
95
1,333
9,952

At 31 March 2008, the net book value of certain motor vehicles and office equipment of the Group of approximately HK$Nil (2007: HK$1,068,000) were held under finance leases.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

18. INVESTMENT PROPERTIES

The Group

Fair Value
At 1 April
Acquired on acquisition of subsidiaries
(Note 32 (a) and (b))
Net increase in fair value recognised in the
consolidated income statement
Exchange adjustments
At 31 March
2008
HK$’000

48,371
7,700
(565)
55,506
2007
HK$’000



  • (a) The analysis of carrying amount of investment properties is as follows:
In Hong Kong
Long-term lease
Outside Hong Kong
Freehold
2008
HK$’000
34,300
21,206
55,506
2007
HK$’000

  • (b) The investment properties were revalued at 31 March 2008, on an open market basis by Grant Sherman Appraisal Limited, which are independent qualified professional valuers not connected with the Group. Grant Sherman Appraisal Limited are members of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors and have recent experience in the location and category of the investment property being valued.

  • (c) At 31 March 2008, investment properties of the Group with a fair value of approximately HK$21,206,000 (2007: HK$Nil) were pledged to secure banking facilities granted to the Group.

19. GOODWILL

Cost
At 1 April
Arising on acquisition of subsidiaries_(Note 32(b))_
At 31 March
Impairment
At 1 April and 31 March
Carrying value
At 31 March
2008
HK$’000

1,449
1,449

1,449
2007
HK$’000

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

During the year, goodwill was recognised on the acquisition of the entire interests in Grandeur Concord Limited and its subsidiary, Vincent Investment Limited (“Grandeur Group”), which principal activities were investment holding and properties investment respectively.

Goodwill arose has been allocated to the cash generating unit (“CGU”) of Grandeur Group. The recoverable amount of Grandeur Group, which covers the above goodwill, is determined from a value in use calculation. The key assumptions for the value in use calculation are those regarding the discount rate, growth rates, and expected changes to rental income and the outgoing expenses during the period.

The Group estimates discount rate using the rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to Grandeur Group. The growth rates are based on the properties rental market forecasts. Changes in rental value and outgoing expenses are based on past practices and expectations of future changes in the properties rental market.

The Group prepares cash flow forecast derived from Grandeur Group approved budget for 5 years. The rate used to discount the forecasted cash flows is 5.09% per annum.

As Grandeur Group’s principal operation is rental of properties which is regulated in nature, the Group considers that cash flow projection for 5 years and 2.13% growth rates are appropriate for the impairment test review.

The results of the review undertaken as at 31 March 2008 indicated that no impairment charge was necessary for current year.

20. INTERESTS IN SUBSIDIARIES

Unlisted shares, at cost
Non-current portion
Amounts due from subsidiaries_(Note ii)
_Less:_Impairment loss
(Note i)
At 1 April and 31 March
Current portion
Amount due from subsidiaries
(Note ii)
_Less:_Impairment loss
(Note i)
Amount due to a subsidiary
(Note ii)_
The Company
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
13,205
78

5,990

(5,600)

390
13,205
468
91,878
37,170
(26,700)
(21,100)
65,178
16,070
(29)
The Company
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
13,205
78

5,990

(5,600)

390
13,205
468
91,878
37,170
(26,700)
(21,100)
65,178
16,070
(29)
The Company
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
13,205
78

5,990

(5,600)

390
13,205
468
91,878
37,170
(26,700)
(21,100)
65,178
16,070
(29)

5,990
(5,600)

13,205
390
468
91,878
(26,700)
37,170
(21,100)
65,178
(29)
16,070

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

Notes:

  • (i) The Company’s directors consider that in light of the recurring operating losses of certain subsidiaries, the recoverable amounts of these subsidiaries have been reduced to the estimated net realisable value of their identifiable net assets. Accordingly, an aggregate impairment losses of amounts due from subsidiaries of approximately HK$26,700,000 (2007: approximately HK$5,600,000 included in non-current portion and HK$21,100,000 included in current portion) were recognised in the Company’s financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2008.

The impairment losses associated with the Group’s film production and film distribution operations were HK$Nil for the year ended 31 March 2008 (2007: approximately HK$25,611,000), while the remaining amounts are associated with the unallocated corporate unit.

The Company directors consider that the carrying amounts of amounts due from subsidiaries approximate their fair value.

  • (ii) At 31 March 2008, the amounts due from/(to) subsidiaries are unsecured, interest-free and have no fixed terms of repayment. For the year 2007, the amounts due from subsidiaries are unsecured and non-interest bearing, except for an amount of HK$15,000,000 which bear interest at the rate of three-month HIBOR plus 0.85%. Included in amounts due from subsidiaries of approximately HK$37,170,000 are the amounts due from two subsidiaries, Milkyway Image (Hong Kong) Limited and Luminous Star Limited (“Milkyway Group”), of approximately HK$35,345,000 and HK$1,825,000 respectively. In the opinion of the Company’s directors, the amounts due from Milkyway Group will be reassigned to the Purchaser after the completion of the disposal of the Milkyway Group, as further detailed in Note 33. Therefore, the amounts due from the Milkyway Group as at 31 March 2007 are classified as current asset.

  • (iii) On 23 April 2007, the Group through its wholly owned subsidiary, Galaxy Image (BVI) Limited, entered into an agreement with Keep Beat Enterprises Limited, a company wholly owned by the former chief executive officer (resigned on 28 June 2007), Mr. To Kei Fung, pursuant to which the Group disposed of its entire interest in Milkyway Group for a total consideration of HK$26 million resulting a gain on disposal of approximately HK$28,320,000 (Note 33). The principal activities of Milkyway Group were provision of film production, film distribution and film production facilities. The net liabilities of the subsidiaries disposed of were disclosed in Note 33. The transaction was completed on 28 June 2007.

  • (iv) On 28 August 2007, the Company entered into an agreement with an independent third party for the acquisition of the entire interests of Classic Grace Enterprises Limited and its subsidiary, Grand Billion Investments Limited (“Classic Grace Group”), for a total consideration of HK$24 million by issuing the 5% convertible bond in the principal amount of HK$24 million resulting an excess of interest in fair value of acquiree’s identifiable assets and liabilities over the cost of a business combination of approximately HK$2,057,000. The net assets of the subsidiaries acquired were disclosed in Note 32(a). The transaction was completed on 2 November 2007.

  • (v) On 23 October 2007, the Company entered into an agreement with an independent third party for the acquisition of the entire interests of Grandeur Group for a total consideration of HK$18 million by issuing 180,000,000 shares in the authorised share capital at an issue price of HK$0.10 each resulting a goodwill of approximately HK$1,449,000. The net assets of the subsidiaries acquired of were disclosed in Note 32(b). The transaction was completed on 28 January 2008.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

  • (vi) On 9 January 2008, the Group through its wholly owned subsidiary, Galaxy Image (BVI) Limited, entered into an agreement with Mr. Law Sau Yau, Dennis, a former director of the Company (resigned on 9 October 2007), pursuant to which the Group will dispose of its entire interests in Point of View Movie Production Company Limited, Brilliant Picture Movie Production Company Limited (formerly known as Milkyway Image Limited) and Inspire Film Distribution Limited (“POV Group”) for a total consideration of HK$2 million resulting a loss on disposal of approximately HK$2,584,000 (Note 33). The principal activities of POV Group were provision of film production, film distribution and holding of film rights. The net assets of the subsidiaries disposed of were disclosed in Note 33. The transaction was completed on 15 January 2008.

  • (vii) Details of the subsidiaries of the Company at 31 March 2008 are as follows:

Place of Issued and
incorporation/ fully paid Principal
Name of subsidiary operation share capital Interest held activities
Direct subsidiaries:
Galaxy Image (BVI) British Virgin US$10,000 100% Investment
Limited Islands/Hong holding
Kong
Creative Formula Hong Kong/ HK$1 100% Provision
Limited* Hong Kong of film
production
and film
distribution
Classic Grace British Virgin US$1 100% Investment
Enterprises Islands/Hong holding
Limited_(Note iv)_ Kong
Grandeur Concord British Virgin US$1 100% Investment
Limited_(Note v)_ Islands/Hong holding
Kong
Indirect subsidiaries:
Grand Billion Hong Kong/ HK$1 100% Properties
Investments Hong Kong investment
Limited_(Note iv)_
Vincent Investment Canada/Canada CAD300 100% Properties
Limited_(Note v)_ investment
  • The subsidiary was newly incorporated during the year.

None of the subsidiaries had any debt securities outstanding at the end of the year or at any time during the years ended 31 March 2008 and 2007.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

21. FILM RIGHTS AND FILMS IN PROGRESS

The Group

Cost
At 1 April 2006
Additions
Transfers
At 31 March 2007
At 1 April 2007
Additions
Transfer
Disposal of subsidiaries_(Note 33)
At 31 March 2008
Accumulated amortisation and impairment
At 1 April 2006
Amortisation for the year
Impairment loss recognised
At 31 March 2007
At 1 April 2007
Transfer
Amortisation for the year
Written back on disposal of subsidiaries
(Note 33)_
At 31 March 2008
Net book value
At 31 March 2008
At 31 March 2007
Analysed as
At 31 March 2008
Non-current portion
Current portion
At 31 March 2007
Non-current portion
Current portion
Film rights
HK$’000
12,431

27,196
39,627
39,627
1,072
3,625
(44,324)

7,172
30,058

37,230
37,230
1,600
2,976
(41,806)


2,397




2,397
2,397
Films in
progress
HK$’000
6,483
31,423
(27,196)
10,710
10,710
28,020
(3,625)
(22,790)
12,315


1,600
1,600
1,600
(1,600)



12,315
9,110

12,315
12,315

9,110
9,110
Total
HK$’000
18,914
31,423

50,337
50,337
29,092

(67,114)
12,315
7,172
30,058
1,600
38,830
38,830

2,976
(41,806)

12,315
11,507

12,315
12,315

11,507
11,507

In 2007, the Group assessed the recoverable amounts of film rights and films in progress and determined that films in progress associated with the Group’s film distribution operations was impaired by HK$1,600,000. The recoverable amounts of film rights and films in progress were assessed by the directors of the Company with reference to the value-inuse calculation of film rights and films in progress as at the balance sheet date.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

22. TRADE DEBTORS

The Group normally grants credit terms of 30 days to 90 days to its customers. The following is an aged analysis of trade debtors at the balance sheet date:

Within 30 days
31-90 days
91-180 days
181-365 days
Over 365 days
The Group
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
119
3,506
27
91
13
7,280

2,902

33
159
13,812
The Group
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
119
3,506
27
91
13
7,280

2,902

33
159
13,812
13,812

There are no trade debtors past due or impaired for the years ended 31 March 2008 and 2007.

Management closely monitor the credit quality of trade debtors and considers the trade debtors that are neither past due nor impaired of good credit quality.

The aged analysis of trade debtors that are neither individually nor collectively to be impaired are as follows:

Neither past due nor impaired
1 to 3 months past due
4 to 6 months past due
Over 6 months past due
The Group
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
146
3,597
13
7,280

2,902

33
159
13,812
The Group
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
146
3,597
13
7,280

2,902

33
159
13,812
13,812

Receivables that were neither past due nor impaired relate to a wide range of customers for whom there was no recent history of default.

Receivables that were past due but not impaired relate to a number of independent customers that have a good track record with the Group. Based on past experience, management believes that no impairment allowance is necessary in respect of these balances as there has not been a significant change in credit quality and the balances are still considered fully recoverable. The Group does not hold any collateral over these balances.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

23. TRADE CREDITORS

The following is an aged analysis of trade creditors at the balance sheet date:

Within 6 months
Over 1 year
The Group
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000

2,693

69

2,762
The Group
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000

2,693

69

2,762
2,762

The directors consider that the carrying amount of trade creditors approximates their fair value.

24. AMOUNTS DUE TO DIRECTORS

The Group and the Company

The amounts of HK$Nil and HK$2,484,000 represented accrued salaries to directors during the years ended 31 March 2008 and 2007 respectively, which are unsecured, non-interest bearing and have no fixed repayment terms.

25. PROVISION FOR LITIGATION

At 1 April
Provision for litigation
Disposal of subsidiaries_(Note 33)_
At 31 March
The Group
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
4,000


4,000
(4,000)


4,000
The Group
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
4,000


4,000
(4,000)


4,000
4,000

On 8 August 2006, an individual engaged by Milkyway Image (Hong Kong) Limited (“MIHK”) in 2003, a subsidiary of the Company which was disposed of during the year, lodged a statement of claim in the High Court in Hong Kong against MIHK in respect of a personal injury purported to have been suffered during his engagement with MIHK in 2003. If MIHK is found to be liable, the total expected monetary compensation may amount to approximately HK$4,000,000. The provision for litigation of HK$4,000,000 was made in the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2007.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

26. OBLIGATIONS UNDER FINANCE LEASES

At the balance sheet date, the Group had obligations under finance leases repayable as follows:

Amount payable under
finance leases:
Within one year
After one year but within
two years
After two years but within
five years
_Less:_Future finance charges
Present value of lease
obligations
_Less:_Amount due for
payment within one
year
The Group
Minimum
leases payments
Present value
of minimum
leases payments
2008
2007
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000

414

380

175

244

85


674
624

(50)

624

(380)

244

The Group has no obligation under finance leases at the year ended 31 March 2008 upon the disposal of subsidiaries (Note 33).

The lease term ranges from four to five years and the average effective borrowing rate is 8.3% during the year ended 31 March 2007. Interest rates are fixed at the contract date, and thus expose the Group to fair value interest rate risk. All leases are on a fixed repayment basis and no arrangements have been entered into for contingent rental payments.

The Company directors consider that the fair value of the Group’s lease obligations approximates their carrying amount at each balance sheet date.

The Group’s obligations under finance leases are secured by the lessors’ title to the leased assets.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

27. BANK LOAN

Bank loan comprises:

Secured
On demand or within one year
Between one and two years
Between two and five years
Over five years
_Less:_Current portion
Non-current portion
The Group
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
2,626

397

421

1,415

393

2,626

(397)

2,229
The Group
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
2,626

397

421

1,415

393

2,626

(397)

2,229




At 31 March 2008, the bank loan was charged at fixed interest rate of 5.78% per annum (2007: Nil). The bank loan was secured by the investment properties with a fair value approximately HK$21,206,000 (2007: HK$Nil) of the Group as disclosed in Note 18.

28. CONVERTIBLE BONDS

Convertible bonds with principal amount of HK$20 million

On 30 January 2007, the Company issued two tranches of convertible bonds with total nominal value of HK$20,000,000 at the price of HK$18,200,000. The bonds are non-interest bearing and will be redeemed within three years from the date of issue at the bond’s nominal value.

The bonds can be converted into ordinary shares of the Company of HK$0.1 each at any time during the conversion period at a fixed conversion price being HK$0.25. The Company may redeem any bond during the conversion period at the price of 105% of the bonds’ nominal value.

The fair values of the liability component and the equity conversion component were determined at issuance of the bonds. The fair value of the liability component, included in long-term borrowings, was calculated at effective interest rate of 8.51% per annum. The residual amount, representing the value of the equity conversion component, is included in equity.

During the year ended 31 March 2008, the bonds with the nominal value HK$17,600,000 (2007: HK$2,400,000) were converted into 70,400,000 (2007: 9,600,000) shares of the Company of HK$0.1 each at a conversion price of HK$0.25 per share.

Convertible bonds with principal amount of HK$25 million

On 25 May 2007, the Company issued bonds with total nominal value of HK$25,000,000 at the price of HK$22,500,000 to a wholly owned subsidiary of China Star Entertainment Limited, Classical Statue Limited, which becomes a substantial shareholder of the Company at the year end. The bonds are non-interest bearing and will be redeemed within five years from the date of issue at the bond’s nominal value.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

The bonds can be converted into ordinary shares of the Company of HK$0.1 each at any time during the conversion period at a fixed conversion price being HK$0.33. The Company may redeem any bond during the conversion period at the price of 110% of the bonds’ nominal value.

The fair values of the liability component and the equity conversion component were determined at issuance of the bonds. The fair value of the liability component, included in long-term borrowings, was calculated at effective interest rate of 9.004% per annum. The residual amount, representing the value of the equity conversion component, is included in equity.

During the year ended 31 March 2008, the bonds with the nominal value HK$24,000,000 were converted into 72,727,272 shares of the Company of HK$0.1 each at a conversion price of HK$0.33 per share.

Convertible bonds with principal amount of HK$24 million

On 2 November 2007, the Company issued bonds with total nominal value of HK$24,000,000 at the price of HK$24,000,000 to an independent third party as a consideration for the acquisition of the entire issued share capital of Classic Grace Group (Note 32(a)). The bonds are interest bearing of 5%, payable on semi-annual basis and will be redeemed within five years from the date of issue at the bond’s nominal value.

The bonds can be converted into ordinary shares of the Company of HK$0.1 each at any time during the conversion period at fixed conversion price being HK$0.14. The Company may redeem any bond during the conversion period at the principal amount of the bonds’ nominal value.

The fair values of the liability component and the equity conversion component were determined at issuance of the bonds. The fair value of the liability component, included in long-term borrowings, was calculated at effective interest rate of 9.25% per annum. The residual amount, representing the value of the equity conversion component, is included in equity.

During the year ended 31 March 2008, the bonds with the nominal value HK$24,000,000 were converted into 171,428,571 shares of the Company of HK$0.1 each at a conversion price of HK$0.14 per share.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

The movement of the liability component of the convertible bonds for the year is set out as below:

Liability component
at 1 April 2006
Proceeds from
convertible bonds
issued on 30
January 2007
Equity component
(Note 31)
Liability component
on initial
recognition at 30
January 2007
Accrued interest
capitalised
(Note 10)
Conversion into
shares
Liability component
at 31 March 2007
Proceeds from
convertible bonds
issued on 25 May
2007
Proceeds from
convertible bonds
issued on 2
November 2007
Equity component
(Note 31)
Liability component
on initial
recognition at 25
May 2007 and 2
November 2007
Accrued interest
capitalised_(Note 10)_
Interest paid
Conversion into
shares
Liability component
at 31 March 2008
Convertible
bonds with
principal
amount of
HK$20 million
HK$’000

18,200
(2,692)
15,508
221
(1,888)
13,841




228

(14,069)
Convertible
bonds with
principal
amount of
HK$20 million
HK$’000

18,200
(2,692)
15,508
221
(1,888)
13,841




228

(14,069)
The Group and the Company
Convertible
Convertible
bonds with
bonds with
principal
principal
amount of
amount of
HK$25 million
HK$24 million
HK$’000
HK$’000














22,500


24,000
(6,262)
(3,845)
16,238
20,155
125
582

(423)
(15,701)
(20,314)
662
The Group and the Company
Convertible
Convertible
bonds with
bonds with
principal
principal
amount of
amount of
HK$25 million
HK$24 million
HK$’000
HK$’000














22,500


24,000
(6,262)
(3,845)
16,238
20,155
125
582

(423)
(15,701)
(20,314)
662
Total
HK$’000
18,200
(2,692)

18,200
(2,692)
15,508
221
(1,888)
13,841


22,500

(6,262)
22,500
24,000
(10,107)
36,393
935
(423)
(50,084)
662

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APPENDIX I

29. DEFERRED TAX LIABILITIES

The Group

The components of deferred tax (assets)/liabilities recognised in the consolidated balance sheet and the movement during the year are as follow:

Fair value
adjustments
Accelerated
Revaluation
arising from
tax of investment acquisition of
depreciation
properties
subsidiaries
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
At 1 April 2006
1,639


Charge/(credit) to
consolidated income
statement
(575)


At 31 March 2007 and
1 April 2007
1,064


Disposal of
subsidiaries
(1,064)


Arising from
acquisition of
subsidiaries
(Note 32(a)_and(b))_
806
1,634
570
Effect of change in tax
rate
(13)
(24)
(1)
Exchange adjustments
(20)
(40)
(3)
Charge to consolidated
income statement
15
1,345

At 31 March 2008
788
2,915
566
Tax
losses
HK$’000
(1,639)
575
(1,064)
1,064
(3)



(3)
Total
HK$’000




3,007
(38)
(63)
1,360
4,266

At 31 March 2008, the Group did not recognised deferred tax assets in respect of the tax losses and other deductible temporary difference of approximately HK$6,175,000 and HK$28,000 (2007: HK$44,559,000 and HK$Nil) respectively. As it is not probable that taxable profits will be available against which the unused tax losses and other deductible temporary difference of the Group can be utilised, deferred tax assets have not been recognised in respect of the unused tax losses and other deductible temporary difference. Tax losses are available indefinitely for offsetting future taxable profit of the companies in which the losses arose.

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APPENDIX I

30. SHARE CAPITAL

The Group and the Company

Authorised:
At 1 April, ordinary shares of
HK$0.1 (2007: HK$0.01)
each
Increase in authorised share
capital_(Note iii)
Consolidation of shares
(Note ii)
At 31 March, ordinary shares
of HK$0.1 each
Issued and fully paid:
At 1 April, ordinary shares of
HK$0.1 (2007: HK$0.01)
each
Issue of shares
(Note i)
Consolidation of shares
(Note ii)
Ordinary shares of HK$0.1
each
Open offer of new shares
(Note iv)
Placing of new shares
(Note v)
Exercise of share options
(Note vi)
Issued on acquisition of
subsidiaries
(Note 32(b))
Conversion into shares from
convertible bonds
(Note vii)_
At 31 March, ordinary shares
of HK$0.1 each
2008
Number
of shares
1,000,000,000
2,000,000,000

3,000,000,000
106,200,000

106,200,000

106,200,000
124,663,636
499,860,000
31,617,617
180,000,000
314,555,843
1,256,897,096
2007
Amount
Number
HK$’000
of shares
100,000
10,000,000,000
200,000


(9,000,000,000)
300,000
1,000,000,000
10,620
805,000,000

161,000,000
10,620
966,000,000

(869,400,000)
10,620
96,600,000
12,466

49,986

3,162

18,000

31,456
9,600,000
125,690
106,200,000
Amount
HK$’000
100,000

100,000
8,050
1,610
9,660
9,660




960
10,620

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APPENDIX I

Notes:

  • (i) On 28 November 2006, the Company entered into a placing agreement with Kingston Securities Limited, an independent third party, for placing of 161,000,000 ordinary shares of the Company of HK$0.01 at HK$0.022 per each to independent investors. On 14 December 2006, the Company issued and allotted 161,000,000 shares with the gross proceeds of approximately HK$3,542,000 before expenses. The details of the share placing are set out in the Company’s announcement dated 28 November 2006.

  • (ii) By an ordinary resolution passed by the shareholders of the Company on 10 January 2007, every 10 ordinary shares of the Company (both issued and unissued) of HK$0.01 each were consolidated into one new share (“New Share”) of HK$0.1 each (the “Share Consolidation”). The Share Consolidation became effective on 11 January 2007. The details of the Share Consolidation are set out in the Company’s announcement dated 10 January 2007.

  • (iii) On 23 November 2007, an ordinary resolution was passed by the shareholders of the Company approving the increase in authorised share capital from 1,000,000,000 shares to 3,000,000,000 shares.

  • (iv) On 9 October 2007, an ordinary resolution was passed by the shareholders of the Company approving the open offer of 124,663,636 shares of HK$0.1 each in the share capital of the Company at a price of HK$0.15 per offer shares on the basis of one offer share for every two existing shares off the Company. The details of the open offer are set out in the Company’s circular dated 24 September 2007.

  • (v) On 23 October 2007, the Company entered into a placing agreement with Kingston Securities Limited, an independent third party for placing up to a maximum of 900,000,000 ordinary shares and on a fully underwritten basis 450,000,000 ordinary shares at a price of HK$0.12 per share. On 15 November 2007 and 21 February 2008, the Company issued and allotted 49,860,000 shares and 450,000,000 shares with the gross proceeds of approximately HK$5,983,200 and HK$54,000,000 respectively before expense. The details of the share placing are set out in the Company’s circular dated 7 November 2007.

  • (vi) During the year ended 31 March 2008, certain option holders exercised their option rights to subscribe for an aggregate of 4,988,544 shares at an exercise price of HK$0.1488, an aggregate of 3,490,534 shares at an exercise price of HK$0.118, an aggregate of 6,300,000 shares at an exercise price of HK$0.114 and 16,838,539 shares at an exercise price of HK$0.133 respectively.

  • (vii) During the year, bonds with nominal value HK$17,600,000 (2007: HK$2,400,000) were converted into 70,400,000 (2007: 9,600,000) shares of the Company of HK$0.1 each at a conversion price of HK$0.25 per share, bonds with nominal value HK$24,000,000 were converted into 72,727,272 shares of the Company of HK$0.1 each at a conversion price of HK$0.33 per share and bonds with the nominal value HK$24,000,000 were converted into 171,428,571 shares of the Company of HK$0.1 each at a conversion price of HK$0.14 per share.

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APPENDIX I

31. RESERVES

The Group

At 1 April 2006
Loss for the year
Issue of shares_(Note 30(i))
Share issue expenses
Issue of convertible bonds
(Note 28)
Conversion into shares from convertible bonds
(Note 28)
At 31 March 2007 and 1 April 2007
Profit for the year
Issue of shares
(Note 30(iv) and (v))
Share issue expenses
Recognition of equity-settled sharebased
payments
(Note 39)
Issue of convertible bonds
(Note 28)
Conversion into shares from convertible bonds
(Note 28)
Shares issued upon exercises of share options
(Note 39)
Cancellation of share options
(Note 39)_
Exchange differences arising on translation of
financial statements of foreign operation
At 31 March 2008
Attributable to equity holders of the Company
Share-based
Convertible
Share
Contributed
compensation
bonds
Translation
Accumulated
premium
surplus
reserve
reserve
reserve
losses
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
15,050
10
1,030


(34,093)





(16,154)
1,932





(159)








2,692


1,251


(323)


18,074
10
1,030
2,369

(50,247)





19,289
16,230





(2,241)







4,370






10,107


30,855


(12,226)


2,650

(1,699)





(1,030)


1,030




(292)

65,568
10
2,671
250
(292)
(29,928)
Total
HK$’000
(18,003)
(16,154)
1,932
(159)
2,692
928
(28,764)
19,289
16,230
(2.241)
4,370
10,107
18,629
951

(292)
38,279

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

APPENDIX I

The Company

At 1 April 2006
Loss for the year
Issue of shares_(Note 30(i))
Share issue expenses
Issue of convertible bonds
(Note 28)
Conversion into shares from convertible bonds
(Note28)
At 31 March 2007 and 1 April 2007
Loss the year
Issue of shares
(Note 30(iv) and (vi))
Share issue expenses
Recognition of equity-settled share based payments
(Note 39)
Issue of convertible bonds
(Note 28)
Conversion into shares from convertible bonds
(Note 28)
Shares issued upon exercises of share options
(Note 39)
Cancellation of share options
(Note 39)_
At 31 March 2008
Share
premium
HK$’000
15,050

1,932
(159)

1,251
18,074

16,230
(2,241)


30,855
2,650

65,568
Attributable to equity holders of the Company
Retained
Share-based
Convertible
profits/
Contributed
compensation
bonds
(accumulated
surplus
reserve
reserve
losses)
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
78
1,030

(24,984)



(4,632)










2,692



(323)

78
1,030
2,369
(29,616)



(8,603)









4,370




10,107



(12,226)


(1,699)



(1,030)

1,030
78
2,671
250
(37,189)
Total
HK$’000
(8,826)
(4,632)
1,932
(159)
2,692
928
(8,065)
(8,603)
16,230
(2,241)
4,370
10,107
18,629
951

31,378
  • (i) In accordance with the laws of the Cayman Islands, the Company’s share premium and contributed surplus are distributable to the shareholders of the Company subject to the Company’s articles of association and provided that immediately following the distribution of dividends, the Company will be in a position to pay off its debts as and when they fall due in the ordinary course of business. The Company’s reserves available for distribution to shareholders as at 31 March 2008 amounting to approximately HK$28,457,000 (2007: HK$Nil).

  • (ii) The contributed surplus of the Group represents the difference between the nominal value of the shares of the subsidiaries acquired and the nominal value of the shares of the Company issued for the acquisition at the time of the reorganisation of the Group. The contributed surplus of the Company represents the difference between the nominal value of the shares of the subsidiaries acquired and the nominal value of the shares of the Company issued in exchange pursuant to the reorganisation of the Group.

  • (iii) The share-based compensation reserve of the Company and the Group arises on the grant of share options of the Company and is dealt with in accordance with the accounting policies set out in Note 3(q)(iii).

  • (iv) The convertible bond reserve represents the value of the unexercised equity component of convertible bonds issued by the Company. The reserve is dealt with in accordance with accounting policies set out in Note 3(n).

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APPENDIX I

  • (v) Translation reserve comprises all foreign exchange differences arising from the translation of the financial statements of foreign operations. The reserve is dealt with in accordance with the accounting policies set out in Note 3(t).

32. ACQUISITION OF A SUBSIDIARY

(a) Acquisition of Classic Grace Enterprises Limited and its subsidiary

On 28 August 2007, the Company entered into an agreement for the acquisition of the entire interests of Classic Grace Group for a total consideration of HK$24 million by issuing the 5% convertible bond in the principal amount of HK$24 million. The transaction was completed on 2 November 2007. This acquisition has been accounted for using the purchase method.

The net assets acquired on 2 November 2007, and the excess of interest in fair value of acquiree’s identifiable assets and liabilities over the cost of a business combination arising, are as follows:

Net assets acquired:
Investment property
Deferred tax liabilities
Excess of interest in fair value of
acquiree’s identifiable assets
and liabilities over the cost of
a business combination
Total consideration
Satisfied by:
Convertible bonds issued
(Note 28)
Net cash inflow/(outflow) arising
on acquisition
Acquiree’s
carrying amount
before
combination
on 28 August 2007
HK$’000
24,100
(106)
23,994
Fair value

adjustments
HK$’000
2,500
(437)
2,063
Fair value
on acquisition date
2 November 2007
HK$’000
26,600
(543)
26,057
(2,057)
24,000
24,000

Excess of interest in fair value of acquiree’s identifiable assets and liabilities over the cost of a business combination arose because of the fluctuation of the fair value of the investment properties between the contract date on 28 August 2007 and the date on which the Group effectively obtains control on 2 November 2007.

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APPENDIX I

The Classic Grace Group contributes approximately of HK$Nil and HK$5,900,000 to the Group’s revenue and profit since the date of acquisition on 2 November 2007 to the year ended 31 March 2008.

(b) Acquisition of Grandeur Concord Limited and its subsidiary

On 23 October 2007, the Company entered into an agreement for the acquisition of the entire interests of Grandeur Group for a total consideration of HK$18 million by issuing 180,000,000 shares in the authorised share capital at an issue price of HK$0.10 each. The transaction was completed on 28 January 2008. This acquisition has been accounted for using the purchase method.

The net assets acquired on 28 January 2008, and the goodwill arising, are as follows:

o
Net assets acquired:
Investment property
Trade debtors
Prepayments and other debtors
Bank balances and cash
Bank loan
Other creditors and accruals
Deferred tax liabilities
Goodwill
Total consideration
Satisfied by:
Shares issued_(Note 30)_
Net cash flow arising on
acquisition:
Bank balances and cash acquired
Acquiree’s
carrying amount
before
combination
n 23 October 2007
HK$’000
20,993
37
47
311
(2,761)
(390)
(2,331)
15,906
Fair value

adjustments
HK$’000
778





(133)
645
Fair value
on acquisition date
28 January 2008
HK$’000
21,771
37
47
311
(2,761)
(390)
(2,464)
16,551
1,449
18,000
18,000
311

Goodwill arose in the business combination because of the future economic benefits arising from the rental income of the investment property.

The Grandeur Group contributed approximately of HK$377,000 and HK$123,000 to the Group’s revenue and profit since the date of acquisition on 28 January 2008 to the year ended 31 March 2008.

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APPENDIX I

33. DISPOSAL OF SUBSIDIARIES

On 23 April 2007, the Group through its wholly owned subsidiary, Galaxy Image (BVI) Limited, disposed of its entire interest in Milkyway Group for a total consideration of HK$26 million. The transaction was completed on 28 June 2007.

On 9 January 2008, the Group through its wholly owned subsidiary, Galaxy Image (BVI) Limited, disposed of its entire interest in POV Group for a total consideration of HK$2 million. The transaction was completed on 15 January 2008.

The principal activities of the Milkyway Group and POV Group were provision of film production, film distribution, film production facilities and holding of film rights.

The carrying amounts of net assets/(liabilities) of the subsidiaries at the dates of disposal are as follows:

Net assets/(liabilities) disposed of:
Property, plant and equipment
Film rights
Films in progress
Production in progress
Trade debtors
Deposits, prepayments and other
debtors
Bank balances and cash
Trade creditors
Other creditors and accruals
Receipt in advance
Amounts due to related companies
Provisions
Obligation under finance leases
Gain/(Loss) on disposal
Total consideration
Satisfied by:
Cash
Net cash flow arising on disposal:
Cash consideration
Cash and cash equivalents
disposed of
Milkyway
Group
28 June 2007
HK$’000
7,974
1,012
9,181
21,855
3,772
5,347
5,816
(415)
(651)
(48,620)
(3,063)
(4,000)
(528)
(2,320)
28,320
26,000
26,000
26,000
(5,816)
20,184
POV
Group
15 January 2008
HK$’000
913
1,506
13,609

4,288
517
1,048
(236)
(61)

(17,000)


4,584
(2,584)
2,000
2,000
2,000
(1,048)
952
Total
HK$’000
8,887
2,518
22,790
21,855
8,060
5,864
6,864
(651)
(712)
(48,620)
(20,063)
(4,000)
(528)
2,264
25,736
28,000
28,000
28,000
(6,864)
21,136

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APPENDIX I

Milkyway Group and POV Group contributed loss of approximately HK$3,004,000 and HK$2,680,000 to the Group’s profit for the period since 1 April 2007 to the date of disposal.

34. MAJOR NON-CASH TRANSACTIONS

The consideration for the acquisition of subsidiaries that occurred during the year comprised issue of shares and convertible bonds. Further details of the acquisitions are set out in Note 32.

35. CONTINGENT LIABILITIES

The Group and the Company have no contingent liabilities at the balance sheet date (2007: Nil).

36. PLEDGED OF ASSETS

At 31 March 2008, investment properties of the Group with a fair value of approximately HK$21,206,000 (2007: HK$Nil) were pledged to secure banking facilities granted to the Group.

37. COMMITMENTS

Operating lease commitments

  • (a) At 31 March 2008, the Group had commitments for future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases in respect of rented premises which fall due as follows:
Within one year
In the second to fifth year inclusive
The Group
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000

1,124

249

1,373
The Group
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000

1,124

249

1,373
1,373

Operating lease payments represent rentals payable by the Group for its office premises. Leases are negotiated for a term of 2 years to 3 years and rentals were fixed for the year.

The Company had no lease commitments at the balance sheet date upon the disposal of subsidiaries (Note 33).

  • (b) The Group leases out investment properties under operating leases. The lease terms for the properties ranged between 2 and 10 years. At the balance sheet date, the Group had contracted with tenants for the future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases receivable as follows:
Within one year
In the second to fifth year inclusive
The Group
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
1,539

2,715

4,254
The Group
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
1,539

2,715

4,254

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APPENDIX I

Other commitments

The Group
2008 2007
HK$’000 HK$’000
Contracted but not provided for in the
financial statements in respect of:
— film production costs 1,975 14,011

38. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

  • (a) During the years ended 31 March 2008 and 2007, certain related companies provided loans facilities to the Group as follows:

  • (i) Hang Hing Limited, Suki Investment Limited and Tosco Limited, which were incorporated in Hong Kong and controlled by former directors of the Company, Mr. Law Sau Yiu, Dennis and Ms. Teng Chia Lin, Chialina (resigned on 9 October 2007 and 18 September 2007 respectively), granted certain loan facilities to the Group totalling approximately HK$64,000,000 for the year ended 31 March 2008 (2007: approximately HK$49,000,000). The Group drew the loan of approximately HK$53,000,000 during the year (2007: approximately HK$15,000,000). The loans are unsecured, interest charged at the rate of three-months HIBOR plus 0.85% and repayable within one year.

Details of interest expenses charged during the year are disclosed in Note 10.

  • (ii) Keep Beat Enterprise Limited, which was incorporated in the British Virgin Islands and controlled by the former Chief Executive Officer of the Company, Mr. To Kei Fung (resigned on 28 June 2007), granted a loan to the Group of approximately HK$3,000,000 (2007: HK$3,000,000). The Group drew the loan of approximately HK$3,000,000 during the year (2007: HK$3,000,000) . The loan is unsecured, interest charged at the rate of three month HIBOR plus 0.85% and repaid on 28 July 2007.

Details of interest expenses charged during the year are disclosed in Note 10.

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APPENDIX I

  • (iii) The balances due to the related companies at balance sheet date are as follows:
The Group
Balances at balance sheet date
Hang Hing Limited
Suki Investment Limited
Keep Beat Enterprise Limited
Tosco Limited
Outstanding interest
Total per consolidated balance sheet
The Company
Balances at balance sheet date
Hang Hing Limited
Suki Investment Limited
Outstanding interest
Total per Company balance sheet
2008
HK$’000









2007
HK$’000
12,000
20,500
3,000
2,000
255
37,755
12,000
3,000
129
15,129
  • (b) Compensation for key management personnels, including amounts paid to the Company’s directors and certain of the highest paid employees, as disclosed in Notes 11 and 12 as follows:
Salaries and other short-term benefits
Retirement benefits scheme contribution
Share-based payment
2008
HK$’000
1,219
19
1,080
2,318
2007
HK$’000
7,345
48
7,393
  • (c) On 23 April 2007, the Group through its wholly owned subsidiary, Galaxy Image (BVI) Limited, entered into an agreement with Keep Beat Enterprises Limited, a company wholly owned by the former chief executive officer, Mr. To Kei Fung (resigned on 28 June 2007), pursuant to which the Group disposed of its entire interest in Milkyway Group for a total consideration of HK$26 million resulting a gain on disposal of approximately HK$28,320,000 (Note 33). The principal activities of Milkyway Group were provision of film production, film distribution and film production facilities. The net liabilities of the subsidiaries disposed of were disclosed in Note 33. The transaction was completed on 28 June 2007.

  • (d) On 9 January 2008, the Group through its wholly owned subsidiary, Galaxy Image (BVI) Limited, entered into an agreement with Mr. Law Sau Yau, Dennis, a former director of the Company (resigned on 9 October 2007), pursuant to which the Group disposed of its entire interest in POV Group for a total consideration of HK$2 million resulting a loss on disposal of approximately HK$2,584,000 (Note 33). The principal activities of POV Group were provision of film production, film distribution and holding of film rights. The net assets of the subsidiaries disposed of were disclosed in Note 33. The transaction was completed on 15 January 2008.

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APPENDIX I

39. SHARE OPTION SCHEMES

Pursuant to the written resolutions of the shareholders of the Company dated 2 August 2002, a share option scheme (“Share Option Scheme”) was approved and adopted.

Share Option Scheme

The major terms of the Share Option Scheme are summarised as follows:

  • (a) The purpose of the Share Option Scheme is to enable the Group to grant share options to selected participants as incentives or rewards for their contribution to the Group.

  • (b) The participants include:

  • (i) (1) any employee or proposed employee of the Company, any of its subsidiaries or any entity (“Invested Entity”) in which the Group holds an equity interest, including any executive director of the Company, any of such subsidiaries or any Invested Entity;

    • (2) any non-executive director (including independent non-executive directors) of the Company, any of its subsidiaries or any Invested Entity;

    • (3) any supplier of goods or services to any member of the Group or any Invested Entity;

    • (4) any customer of the Group or any Invested Entity;

    • (5) any person or entity that provides research, development or other technological support to the Group or any Invested Entity;

    • (6) any shareholder of any member of the Group or any Invested Entity or any holder or any securities issued by any member of the Group or any Invested Entity; and

    • (7) any joint venture partner or counter-party to business transactions of the Group.

  • (ii) any company wholly owned by one or more persons belonging to any of the above classes of participants.

  • (c) The exercise price of a share option shall be a price determined by the directors and shall at least be the higher of:

  • (i) the closing price of a share of the Company as stated in the Stock Exchange’s daily quotations sheet on the date of grant, which must be a business day; and

  • (ii) the average closing price of a share of the Company as stated in the Stock Exchange’s daily quotations sheets for the five business days immediately preceding the date of grant.

  • (d)

  • Maximum number of shares:

  • (i) The total number of shares which may be issued upon exercise of all outstanding share options granted and yet to be exercised under the Share Option Scheme and any other share option schemes of the Company must not exceed 30% of the shares in issue from time to time; and

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  • (ii) The total number of shares which may be issued upon exercise of all share options to be granted under the Share Option Scheme and any other schemes must not in aggregate, exceed 10% of the shares in issue at the date of adoption of the Share Option Scheme (the “Limit”) provided that share options lapsed in accordance with the terms of the Share Option Scheme will not be counted for the purpose of calculating the Limit.

  • (e) The total number of shares issued and to be issued upon the exercise of share options granted and to be granted to each participant (including both exercised and outstanding options) in any 12-month period up to and including the date of grant must not exceed 1% of the shares in issue.

  • (f) The exercisable period should be determined by the board of directors upon grant of the share option but in any event should not exceed 10 years from the date of grant of the share option.

Details of the number of share options outstanding under the Company’s share option scheme and movements during the year were as follows:

2008 2008 2007 2007
Average Average
Number of exercise
Number of
exercise
shares issuable price per
shares issuable
price per
under options share
under options
share
granted HK$
granted
HK$
At 1 April 6,440,000 0.040 64,400,000 0.040
Granted during the year 109,703,500 0.126
Cancellation of share options (6,440,000) 0.121
Exercise of share options (31,617,617) 0.130
Consolidation of shares
(Note 30) (57,960,000) 0.040
Outstanding at 31 March 78,085,883 0.125 6,440,000 0.040
Exercisable at 31 March 78,085,883 0.125 6,440,000 0.040

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON THE GROUP

Date of grant
Category
of eligible
persons
Exercise
period
Exercise
price
At
1 April 2006
16 September 2005
Chief
Executive
20 September
2005
HK$0.04
64,400,000
Officer
to 19 September
2015
(Note b)
30 October 2007
Directors
30 October 2007
HK$0.1488

to 29 October
2017
Consultants
30 October 2007
HK$0.1488

to 29 October
2008
Employees
30 October 2007
HK$0.1488

to 29 October
2008
29 November 2007
Directors
29 November
2007
HK$0.1180

to 28 November
2017
Consultants
29 November
2007
HK$0.1180

to 28 November
2008
Employees
29 November
2007
HK$0.1180

to 28 November
2008
25 February 2008
Consultants
25 February 2008
HK$0.1140

to 24 February
2011
Employees
25 February 2008
HK$0.1140

to 24 February
2011
5 March 2008
Directors
5 March 2008
HK$0.1330

to 4 March 2011
Employees
5 March 2008
HK$0.1330

to 4 March 2011
64,400,000
Date of grant
Category
of eligible
persons
Exercise
period
Exercise
price
At
1 April 2006
16 September 2005
Chief
Executive
20 September
2005
HK$0.04
64,400,000
Officer
to 19 September
2015
(Note b)
30 October 2007
Directors
30 October 2007
HK$0.1488

to 29 October
2017
Consultants
30 October 2007
HK$0.1488

to 29 October
2008
Employees
30 October 2007
HK$0.1488

to 29 October
2008
29 November 2007
Directors
29 November
2007
HK$0.1180

to 28 November
2017
Consultants
29 November
2007
HK$0.1180

to 28 November
2008
Employees
29 November
2007
HK$0.1180

to 28 November
2008
25 February 2008
Consultants
25 February 2008
HK$0.1140

to 24 February
2011
Employees
25 February 2008
HK$0.1140

to 24 February
2011
5 March 2008
Directors
5 March 2008
HK$0.1330

to 4 March 2011
Employees
5 March 2008
HK$0.1330

to 4 March 2011
64,400,000
Consolidation
of shares
(57,960,000)









Number of share options
At
31 March
2007
Cancelled
Granted
during the
year
6,440,000
(6,440,000)

(Note c)


4,986,544


14,959,632


4,986,544


3,490,534


35,404,322


3,490,534


19,246,851


6,300,000


6,300,000


10,538,539
6,440,000
(6,440,000)
109,703,500
Number of share options
At
31 March
2007
Cancelled
Granted
during the
year
6,440,000
(6,440,000)

(Note c)


4,986,544


14,959,632


4,986,544


3,490,534


35,404,322


3,490,534


19,246,851


6,300,000


6,300,000


10,538,539
6,440,000
(6,440,000)
109,703,500
Number of share options
At
31 March
2007
Cancelled
Granted
during the
year
6,440,000
(6,440,000)

(Note c)


4,986,544


14,959,632


4,986,544


3,490,534


35,404,322


3,490,534


19,246,851


6,300,000


6,300,000


10,538,539
6,440,000
(6,440,000)
109,703,500
Exercised
during the
year

(2,493,272)
(2,493,272)
(2,000)
(1,745,267)
(1,745,267)

(6,300,000)

(6,300,000)
(10,538,539)
Exercised at
31 March
2008
Vesting
period

N/A
2,493,272
N/A
12,466,360
N/A
4,984,544
N/A
1,745,267
N/A
33,659,055
N/A
3,490,534
N/A
12,946,851
N/A
6,300,000
N/A

N/A

N/A
78,085,883
64,400,000 (57,960,000) 6,440,000 (6,440,000) 109,703,500 (31,617,617)

Notes:

  • (a) The 31,617,617 (2007: Nil) share options exercised during the year ended 31 March 2008 resulted in the issue of 31,617,617 (2007: Nil) ordinary shares of the Company and new share capital of HK$3,162,000 (2007: HK$Nil) and share premium of HK$2,650,000 (2007: HK$Nil). At 31 March 2008, the Company has an aggregate 78,085,883 (2007: 6,440,000) outstanding share options, after adjusting the Share Consolidation mentioned in Note b, (2007: 64,400,000 outstanding shares) represent approximately 6% (2007: approximately 6%) of the total issued share capital of the Company.

  • (b) The exercise price represented the higher of the closing price of the Company’s shares as stated in the Stock Exchange’s daily quotation sheet on 16 September 2005, date of proposed grant (i.e., HK$0.4, after adjusting the Share Consolidation of the Company) and a price being the average closing prices of the Company’s shares as stated in the Stock Exchange’s daily quotations sheet for the 5 Business Days immediately preceding 16 September 2005.

  • (c) All the share options were cancelled upon resignation.

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APPENDIX I

The estimated fair value was calculated using The Black-Scholes pricing model. Exceptions of early exercise are incorporated into the model. The inputs into the model were as follows:

2008 2007
Date of grant 30 October 2007 30 October 2007 29 November 2007 29 November 2007 25 February 2008 5 March 2008 2 August 2002
Weighted average share price HK$0.1780 HK$0.1780 HK$0.1780 HK$0.1780 HK$0.1780 HK$0.1780 HK$0.280
Number of shares issuable under
options granted 4,986,544 19,946,176 3,490,536 38,894,856 25,546,851 16,838,539 6,440,000(*)
Risk fee rate (based on
Exchange Fund Notes) 3.49% 2.75% 2.77% 0.67% 1.58% 1.21% 4.4%
Exercise price HK$0.1488 HK$0.1488 HK$0.1180 HK$0.1180 HK$0.1140 HK$0.1330 HK$0.04
Expected volatility 79.87% 76.01% 80.16% 80.09% 94.06% 94.1% 17%
Expected dividend yield Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil
Expected option life 5 years 0.5 year 5 years 0.5 year 1.5 years 1.5 years 10 years

([*] ) Number of shares before share consolidation is 64,400,000.

Expected volatility was determined by calculating the historical volatility of the Company’s share price over the previous 3 years. The expected life used in the model has been adjusted, based on management’s best estimate, for the effects of non transferability, exercise restrictions and behavioural considerations. Changes in the subjective input assumptions could materially affect the fair value estimate.

Share options were granted under a service condition. This condition has not been taken into account in the grant date fair value measurement of the services received. There were no market conditions associated with the share option grants.

The Group recognised total expenses related to equity-settled share-based payment transactions during the year of approximately HK$4,370,000 (2007: HK$Nil).

40. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

The Company proposed to effect the capital reorganisation which will involve the capital reduction pursuant to which the nominal value of each issued and unissued share will be reduced from HK$0.10 each to HK$0.001 each; the share consolidation pursuant to which every 10 unissued and issued reduced shares will be consolidated into one consolidated share; the increase in authorised share capital from HK$3,000,000 to HK$30,000,000 by the creation of 2,700,000,000 new consolidated shares of par value HK$0.01 each. The proposal was approved by the Company’s shareholders at the extraordinary general meeting on 19 March 2008. The above transaction is detailed in the Company’s circular on 26 February 2008 and approved by the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands on 20 June 2008.

41. COMPARATIVE FIGURES

As a result of adopting HKFRS 7, Financial instruments: Disclosures , and the amendments to HKAS 1, Presentation of financial statements: Capital disclosures, certain comparative figures have been adjusted to conform with changes in disclosures in the current year and to show separately comparative amounts in respect of items disclosed for the first time in 2007. Further details of these developments are disclosed in Note 2.

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APPENDIX I

UNAUDITED FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2008

Set out below is the unaudited consolidated income statement, consolidated balance sheet, consolidated statement of change in equity and consolidated cash flow statement of the Group, and the balance sheet of the Company together with the notes to the financial results of the Group as extracted from page 2 to page 13 of the financial results of the Company for the six months ended 30 September 2008.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENT

For the three months For the three months For the six months
ended 30 September ended 30 September
2008
2007
2008
2007
Notes HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)
Turnover 2 402 448 805 9,995
Cost of sales (1,309) (8,982)
Gross profit/(loss) 402 (861) 805 1,013
Other revenue and
other income 2 466 322 891 28,935
Other operating
expenses (2,022)
(1,878)
(3,466)
(8,821)
(Loss)/profit from
operations 4 (1,154)
(2,417)
(1,770)
21,127
Finance costs 5 (36)
(198)
(76)
(1,023)
(Loss)/profit before
taxation (1,190)
(2,615)
(1,846)
20,104
Taxation 6
(Loss)/profit for the
period (1,190)
(2,615)
(1,846)
20,104
Dividend
HK cent
HK cents
HK cents
HK cents
(Loss)/earnings per
share 7
— Basic (0.95)
(10.49)
(1.47)
102.02
— Diluted N/A N/A N/A N/A

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APPENDIX I

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET

Notes
Non-current assets
Property, plant and equipment
Investment properties
Goodwill
Current assets
Film in progress
Trader debtors
8
Deposits, prepayments and other debtors
Bank balances and cash
Current liabilities
Other creditors and accruals
Bank loan
Net current assets
Total assets
Capital and reserves
Share capital
Reserves
Total equity
Non-current liabilities
Convertible bonds
Bank loan
Deferred tax liabilities
At 30
September
2008
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
1,191
54,819
1,449
57,459
12,423
180
353
100,759
113,715
1,057
384
1,441
112,274
169,733
1,257
161,652
162,909
668
1,967
4,189
6,824
169,733
At 31
March
2008
HK$’000
(Audited)
1,333
55,506
1,449
58,288
12,315
159
213
101,760
114,447
1,212
397
1,609
112,838
171,126
125,690
38,279
163,969
662
2,229
4,266
7,157
171,126

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APPENDIX I

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

Distributable Distributable
Retained
Share-based
Convertible
capital
profits/
Share Share
Contributed

compensation
bonds
Translation
reduction
(Accumulated
capital premium
surplus

reserve
reserve reserve reserve
losses)
Total
HK$’000 HK$’000
HK$’000

HK$’000
HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)

(Unaudited)

(Unaudited)

(Unaudited)

(Unaudited)

(Unaudited)

(Unaudited)

(Unaudited)
At 1 April 2007 10,620 18,074 10 1,030 2,369 (50,247) (18,144)
Profit for the period 20,104 20,104
Issues of convertible
bonds 6,262 6,262
Conversion into
shares from
convertible bonds 14,313 23,838 (8,381) 29,770
Cancellation of share
options (1,030) 1,030
At 30 September 2007 24,933 41,912 10 250 (29,113) 37,992
At 1 April 2008 125,690 65,568 10 2,671 250 (292) (29,928) 163,969
Loss for the period (1,846) (1,846)
Capital reduction
(Note 1) (124,433) 87,244 37,189
Share-based payment
expenses
(Note 2) 1,148 1,148
Exchange difference
arising on
translation of
financial
statements of
foreign operation (362) (362)
Cancellation of share
options (403) 403
At 30 September 2008 1,257 65,568 10 3,416 250 (654) 87,244 5,818 162,909

Notes:

  1. Pursuant to the ordinary resolutions passed on 19 March 2008, capital reorganisation took effect by the way of comprising (i) capital reduction (“Capital Reduction”) that the nominal value of all issued and unissued share be reduced from HK$0.10 each to HK$0.001 each; (ii) share consolidation that every ten issued shares of HK$0.001 each be consolidated into one share of HK$0.01 each (“Consolidated Shares”); and (iii) the increase in authorised share capital of the Company from HK$3,000,000 to HK$30,000,000 by the creation of 2,700,000,000 new ordinary shares of HK$0.01 each. Part of the credit arising from the Capital Reduction applied towards cancelling the accumulated losses of the Company, whilst the balance was transferred to the distributable capital reduction reserve account of the Company. The above capital reorganisation was approved by the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands on 20 June 2008.

  2. During the three months ended 30 June 2008, the Company granted share options on 28 April 2008 and recorded the share-based payment expense in full in the consolidated income statement amounted to HK$4,908,000. In accordance with the accounting policy of the Group, share options granted is recognised as an expense in the consolidated income statement on a straight-line basis over the vesting period, with a corresponding increase in share-based compensation reserve. The share-based payment expense amounted to HK$476,000 for the three months ended 30 June 2008 is restated accordingly with a corresponding decrease in share-based compensation reserve.

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APPENDIX I

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOW STATEMENT

Net cash used in operating activities
Net cash generated from investing activities
Net cash (used in)/generated from financing activities
Net (decrease)/increase in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalent at beginning of period
Effect of foreign exchange rate changes
Cash and cash equivalent at end of period
Analysis of the balances of cash and cash equivalent
bank balances and cash
For the
Six months
ended
30 September
2008
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
(1,865)
891
(275)
(1,249)
101,760
248
100,759
100,759
For the
Six months
ended
30 September
2007
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
(6,637)
19,368
2,906
15,637
23,877

39,514
39,514

NOTES TO THE CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

1. BASIS OF PREPARATION

The Group’s unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards (“HKFRSs”) and Hong Kong Accounting Standards and Interpretations issued by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (the “HKICPA”). The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements comply with the applicable disclosure requirements of the Hong Kong Company Ordinance and the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the Growth Enterprises Market of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “GEM Listing Rules”). The accounting policies adopted in preparing the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for the six months ended 30 September 2008 are consistent with those followed in the preparation of the Group’s annual financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2008, except that the Group has changed certain of its accounting policies following its adoption of new/revised standards, amendments and interpretations (“new HKFRSs”) issued by the HKICPA that are effective for accounting periods beginning on or after 1 April 2008. The adoption of the new HKFRSs has no material effect on how the results and financial position for the current or prior accounting period as prepared and presented. The condensed consolidated financial statements are unaudited but have been reviewed by the audit committee.

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APPENDIX I

For the period ended 30 September 2008, the Group has not early applied the following new amendments, standards or interpretations that have been issued but are not yet effective.

HKAS 1 (Revised) Presentation of Financial Statements[1] HKAS 23 (Revised) Borrowing Costs[1] HKAS 27 (Revised) Consolidated and separate financial statements[2] HKAS 32 & 1 (Amendments) Puttable Financial Instruments and Obligations Arising on Liquidation[1] HKFRS 2 (Amendment) Vesting conditions and cancellation[1] HKFRS 3 (Revised) Business combinations[2] HKFRS 8 Operating segments[1] HK(IFRIC)-Int 13 Customer Loyalty Programmes[3] HK(IFRIC)-Int 15 Agreements for the Construction of Real Estate[1] HK(IFRIC)-Int 16 Hedges of a Net Investment in a Foreign Operation[4]

Notes:

  • 1 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2009.

  • 2 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 July 2009.

  • 3 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 July 2008. 4 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 October 2008.

The directors anticipate that the application of these new amendments, standards or interpretations will have no material impact on the results and the financial position of the Group.

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APPENDIX I

2. TURNOVER AND OTHER REVENUE

The principal activities of the Group are the provision of film production services, production of television movies, investment in film productions and worldwide film distribution and properties investment.

An analysis of the turnover and other revenue of the Group during the reporting periods is as follows:

Turnover:
Film production
Film distribution
Gross rentals from
investment properties
Other revenue:
Interest income
Sundry income
Other income:
Excess of interest in fair
value of acquiree’s
identifiable assets and
liabilities over the cost of
a business combination
Other revenue and other
income
Total
For the three months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)



448
402

402
448
466
321

1
466
322


466
322
868
770
For the six months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)

7,500

2,495
805

805
9,995
891
598

14
891
612

28,323
891
28,935
1,696
38,930
For the six months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)

7,500

2,495
805

805
9,995
891
598

14
891
612

28,323
891
28,935
1,696
38,930
9,995
598
14
612
28,323
28,935
38,930

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APPENDIX I

3. SEGMENT INFORMATION

Business segment information is chosen as the primary reporting format because this is more relevant to the Group’s internal financial reporting.

An analysis of the Group’s turnover, results and other information for the six months ended 30 September 2008 by business segment is as follows:

Film production Film production Film distribution Film distribution Properties investment Properties investment Consolidated Consolidated Consolidated
2008
2007

2008

2007
2008
2007

2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000

HK$’000

HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000

HK$’000
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)

(Unaudited)

(Unaudited)

(Unaudited)

(Unaudited)

(Unaudited)

(Unaudited)
Turnover 7,500 2,495 805 805 9,995
Segment profit/(loss) 1,215 (976) 323
323
239
Other revenue 891 28,935
Unallocated finance
costs (6) (1,023)
Unallocated other
operating expenses (3,054) (8,047)
(Loss)/profit from
operations (1,846) 20,104
Other information:
Addition of property,
plant and equipment
— unallocated 65
Disposal of property,
plant and equipment
— unallocated 6
Unallocated
depreciation (142) (1,084)
Addition of film rights 1,349 1,349
Amortisation of film
rights 983 983

An analysis of the Group’s turnover for the six months ended 30 September 2008 and 2007 by geographical segments is as follows:

Hong Kong
Overseas
For the six months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)

9,754
805
241
805
9,995
For the six months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)

9,754
805
241
805
9,995
9,995

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APPENDIX I

4. (LOSS)/PROFIT FROM OPERATIONS

(Loss)/profit from operations has been arrived at after charging/(crediting):

Amortisation of film rights
(included in cost of sales)
Depreciation of property,
plant and equipment
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries
Net foreign exchange loss
Staff costs including directors’
emoluments
FINANCE COSTS
Interests on:
Bank loans not wholly
repayable within five years
Amount due to related
companies
Effective interest expenses on
convertible bonds wholly
repayable within five years
Finance charges on obligations
under finance leases
For the three months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)

3
72
57


226

969
990
For the three months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)
33


195
3
3


36
198
For the six months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)

983
142
1,084

(28,323)
184

2,148
3,868
For the six months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)
70


667
6
348

8
76
1,023

5. FINANCE COSTS

6. TAXATION

  • (i) No provision for Hong Kong Profits Tax has been made as the Group has no assessable profits in Hong Kong for the six months ended 30 September 2008 (2007: Nil).

  • (ii) No provision for income tax was made as the Company’s overseas subsidiaries did not have taxable income for the six months ended 30 September 2008 (2007: Nil).

  • (iii) The Group had no significant unprovided taxation arising the six months ended 30 September 2008 (2007: Nil).

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APPENDIX I

7. (LOSS)/EARNINGS PER SHARE

The calculation of the basic loss per share is based on the loss attributable to equity holders of the Company for the three months ended 30 September 2008 of approximately HK$1.2 million (2007: loss attributable to equity holders of the Company of approximately HK$2.6 million) and loss attributable to equity holders of the Company for the six months ended 30 September 2008 of approximately HK$1.9 million (2007: profit attributable to equity holders of the Company of approximately HK$20.1 million) and the weighted average of 125,689,709 shares in issue during the three months 30 September 2008 (2007: 24,932,727 shares, as adjusted) and 125,689,709 shares in issue during the six months ended 30 September 2008 (2007: 19,705,707 shares, as adjusted). The comparative figure of basic (loss)/earnings per share for the three months and six months ended 30 September 2007 had been re-calculated to refl ect the share consolidation taken place on 20 June 2008.

The conversion of all potential ordinary shares arising from share options granted by the Company and convertible bonds would have an anti-dilutive effect on the loss per share for the three months and six months ended 30 September 2008.

No diluted (loss)/earnings per share has been presented for the three months and six months ended 30 September 2007 as the conversion of all potential ordinary shares arising from convertible bonds would have an anti-dilutive effect on the (loss)/earnings per share for the three months and six months ended 30 September 2007. The Company has no outstanding share options as at 30 September 2007.

8. TRADE DEBTORS

Credit periods given to customers or dealers ranged from 30 to 180 days. The aged analysis of the trade debtors is as follows:

Within 30 days
31-90 days
91-180 days
At 30
September
2008
HK$’000
(Unaudited)
180


180
At 31
March
2008
HK$’000
(Audited)
119
27
13
159

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APPENDIX I

MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS

For the year ended 31 March 2006

FINANCIAL REVIEW

Financial Performance

The Group recorded a turnover for the year ended 31 March 2006 of approximately HK$17.3 million (2005: HK$36.8 million), representing a drop of approximately 53% when compared to that of previous financial year. The drop in turnover was due to the change in composition of revenues this year. In the previous financial year, the Group’s turnover was solely derived from the production of films and revenue was recognized in full upon delivery of film negatives to film owners. During the year, more than half of the Group’s turnover was derived from the film distribution activity and the corresponding revenue will be recognized based upon the delivery of master material to individual customer for exhibition in various regions. Accordingly, only those distribution incomes from regions where master material have been delivered were recognized in the year as revenue.

For the year ended 31 March 2006, the Group recorded a net loss of approximately HK$18.2 million (2005: HK$8.4 million). The increase in net loss this year was partly due to the reduction of turnover recorded and partly due to the fact that the Group incurred extra amount of marketing and promotion expenses for publicizing the film projects invested by itself during the year. Coupled with the increase in financing cost and staff costs, the overall expenditures of the Group increase as a result.

Gross profit ratio also reduced slightly from approximately 25% last year to 22% this year due to the high amortisation of film rights included in the cost of sales.

Liquidity, Financial Resources and Capital Structure

A deficit in shareholders’ funds of the Group as at 31 March 2006 amounted to approximately HK$9.9 million (2005: surplus in shareholders’ funds of HK$7.2 million) was recorded. Current assets amounted to approximately HK$32.8 million (2005: HK$21.1 million), of which approximately HK$3.6 million (2005: HK$2.9 million) were bank balances and cash. Current liabilities amounted to approximately HK$54.6 million (2005: HK$28.9 million) mainly comprised advanced receipts from film companies, bank loan of revolving nature and amounts due to related companies. At 31 March 2006, the Group had bank loan and loans from related companies amounted to HK$3 million (2005: HK$5 million) and HK$15 million (2005: HK$4 million) respectively. The Group also incepted a new finance lease of HK$230,000 during the year for the financing of purchase of property, plant and equipment.

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APPENDIX I

The Group generally financed its film production activities and other operations with inflow of advanced receipts from film companies. To cope with the continuous expansion of business activities namely investment in film productions, the Group incepted bank borrowings to provide funds for its general working capital and procured loans from related companies to finance its film production activities. All the Group’s borrowings bear interest at commercial rates.

Foreign Exchange Exposure

As the majority of the Group’s business transactions for the year ended 31 March 2006 and its assets and liabilities at the balance sheet date were denominated in Hong Kong Dollars and United States Dollars, the risk on fluctuation in exchange rates was considered to be minimal. Accordingly, the Group did not enter into any foreign exchange contract for hedging purpose.

Material Acquisition, Disposal and Significant Investments

For the year ended 31 March 2006, the Group did not made any significant capital investment other than investment in film projects which were recorded as films in progress at the production stage and transferred to film rights upon completion. The Group owns these film rights for future distribution purpose.

Apart from the aforesaid, the Group made no other material acquisitions or disposals of subsidiaries or any other investments during the year ended 31 March 2006.

Employees and Remuneration Policies

As at 31 March 2006, the Group employed a total of 22 employees (2005: 22), including the executive directors. The Group remunerated its employees in accordance with their work performance and experience. The Directors had their discretions in granting share options and bonuses to the Group’s employees depending upon the work performance of particular employee and the financial performance of the Group. During the year, the Group granted options to subscribe for 64,400,000 shares of the Company’s ordinary shares to the chief executive officer of the Group, Mr. To Kei Fung. No share options were granted in previous year. For the year ended 31 March 2006, total staff costs, including Directors’ emoluments, amounted to approximately HK$11.1 million (2005: HK$9.5 million).

Charges on Group Assets

As at 31 March 2006, the Group did not have any charges on its assets.

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Gearing Ratio

As at 31 March 2006, the gearing ratio, expressed as a percentage of total liabilities over total assets, was 122.2% (2005: 80.1%).

Contingent Liabilities

As at 31 March 2006, the Group did not have any material contingent liabilities.

BUSINESS REVIEW

Segment Information

For the year ended 31 March 2006, the Group’s total turnover amounted to approximately HK$17.3 million, of which approximately HK$9.3 million or 54% was derived from film distribution and the remaining of approximately HK$7.9 million or 46% was derived from film production. In prior year, the entire turnover was derived from film production.

During the year, the Group aligned its resources to focus more on investing in its own productions for distribution purpose. As such, services rendered to outsiders have reduced which resulted in reduced revenue from film production.

Film distribution become one of the major sources to the Group’s overall revenue during the year as compared to the revenue generated from provision of production services to outsiders. Although the results of the film distribution business, net of attributable costs and expenses, did not bring a positive contribution to the Group’s overall results for the year, it was believed that expenses incurred in the year for marketing and promotion can benefit the Group’s overall performance in the subsequent year.

For the year ended 31 March 2006, the Group did not produce any television movies. Nevertheless, the Group will continue to explore business opportunities in this segment in the future.

Sales and Marketing

With the aim of raising public awareness and enhancing the sales potential of the films produced by the Group, the Group continued to actively promote and market its films by participating in both local and international film festivals and it became an integral part of the Group’s marketing strategy.

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The Group has not only earned praises and achieved encouraging box office receipts in local market for the films produced by itself, but has also proven its competitiveness in international film market. For the year ended 31 March 2006, the films produced by the Group received awards and acclaims as set out below:

Name of

Films Film Festivals Awards and Acclaims Election The 25th Hong Kong Film Awards Best Film Best Director Best Screenplay Best Actor The 6th Chinese Film Media Awards Best Film Best Actor The 42nd Golden Horse Awards Best Original Screenplay Best Sound Effects 2005 Hong Kong Film Critics Society Best Film Best Director 2005 Sitges International Film Festival Best Film (Carnet Jove Jury) of Catalonia Best Director 2005 Cannes International Film Festival Official Competition Film 2005 London Film Festival Official Entry 2005 Torino Film Festival Official Entry 2005 Dubai International Film Festival Official Entry 2005 Melbourne International Film Closing Film Festival 2 Become 1 2005 Udine Far East Film Festival Official Selection

Film Investment

During the year, the Group completed the production of two film projects titled, “The Unusual Youth” 「非常青春期」and “Election”「黑社會」. The Group owns the film rights of these two films for distribution. The corresponding distribution income was recognized during the year in accordance with the Group’s revenue recognition policy. At the balance sheet date, several other film projects to which the Group will solely or partially own the film rights are in the production phases or in their preproduction phases. One of these films, titled “Election 2”「黑社會以和為貴」has completed subsequent to the balance sheet date and has released for exhibition in local cinemas with outstanding box office receipts whereas its overseas distribution pre-sale was also encouraging. “Election 2”「黑社會以和為貴」was selected as the Opening Film (World Premiere) for the 30th Hong Kong International Film Festival and as Out of Competition Official Selection of

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the 2006 Cannes International Film Festival. The Directors are confident in the Group’s productions and believe that by investing in the film projects produced by the itself, the Group is able to broaden its recurrent income base and will benefit the shareholders in the long-run.

Film Production

The provision of film production services remained a crucial income source of the Group during the year. The film “2 Become 1”「天生一對」was completed and delivered during the year. The box office receipts of the film was encouraging. At the date of this report, the Group has entered into production agreements with several film companies, to produce and/or to provide production resources for a number of films. The productions of some of these films have commenced at the balance sheet date.

Future Plans for Material Investments

Save as the aforementioned film investment activity, the Group does not have any future plans for material investments.

Prospects

Looking forward, the Group will continue to focus on its core businesses of provision of film production service and, in the mean time, engage in film investment and distribution activities. The Group will also ensure the full utilization of its existing resources by providing production resources and services for other projects produced by other film production companies.

To cope with the increasing number of film projects, the Group has engaged a number of talented film directors and scriptwriters to work with the Group’s key film director, Mr. To Kei Fung, in producing top quality films.

The Group will continue to implement prudent cost control measures to ensure a costeffective operation. It will also adopt a cautious approach in investment in the film productions whereas at the same time, strive to explore every business opportunities which are beneficial to its shareholders.

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For the year ended 31 March 2007

FINANCIAL REVIEW

Financial Performance

The Group recorded a turnover for the year ended 31 March 2007 of approximately HK$62.3 million (2006: HK$17.3 million), representing an increase of approximately 261% when compared to that of previous financial year. The growth was attributable to the increased revenue from provision of film production services from approximately HK$7.9 million in prior year to approximately HK$22 million this year coupled with the boosted revenue from film distribution from approximately HK$9.3 million in prior year to approximately HK$40.3 million this year. Revenue from film distribution segment has overtaken that from provision of film production services and accounted for approximately 65% of the overall turnover for the year.

Gross profit also soared from approximately HK$3.8 million in prior year to approximately HK$13.3 million in current year. Gross profit ratio remained similar to prior year of 21% (2006: 22%).

Despite of the encouraging growth in turnover and soaring gross profit, the Group, however, recorded a net loss of approximately HK$16.2 million (2006: HK$18.2 million) representing a minor improvement from that in the previous year. The continued loss recorded was attributable to the sustained high level of overhead of the Group. Marketing and promotion expenses increased commensurate with the increased productions while finance costs also hit a new record at the time the Group’s borrowings reached a new high. Professional fees incurred during the year in connection with the issue of shares and convertible bonds also contributed to the soared overhead. Coupled with the increase in the aforementioned overhead, the Group also made a provision for a litigation claim from an individual who was injured at the time of rendering service in film production. The combine effect results in a 34% increase in the overall administrative and other operating expenses.

Liquidity, Financial Resources and Capital Structure

A deficit in shareholders’ funds of the Group as at 31 March 2007 amounted to approximately HK$18.1 million (2006: HK$9.9 million) was recorded. Current assets amounted to approximately HK$80.8 million (2006: HK$32.8 million), of which approximately HK$23.9 million (2006: HK$3.6 million) were bank deposits and cash representing 29.5% of the current assets. Current liabilities amounted to approximately HK$94.8 million (2006: HK$54.6 million) mainly comprised advanced receipts from film companies and loans from related companies. The liability component of convertible bonds not yet converted of approximately HK$13.8 million (2006: nil) was recorded as

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non-current liabilities. At 31 March 2007, the Group had loans from related companies amounted to HK$37.5 million (2006: HK$15 million). The bank loans of HK$3 million as at 31 March 2006 was repaid during the year. The Group also incepted a new finance lease of HK$664,000 during the year for the financing of purchase of property, plant and equipment.

The Group generally financed its film production activities and other operations with inflow of advanced receipts from fi lm companies. During the year, it issued zero coupon convertible bonds to provide funds for its general working capital and financing of any possible diversified future investments. The Group also procured loans from related companies to finance its film production activities. All the Group’s borrowings bear interest at commercial rates.

In December 2006, the Group placed 161,000,000 shares of HK$0.01 each (equivalent to 16,100,000 shares of HK$0.1 each upon share consolidation in January 2007) under general mandate with net proceeds of approximately HK$3.4 million.

Foreign Exchange Exposure

As the majority of the Group’s business transactions for the year ended 31 March 2007 and its assets and liabilities at the balance sheet date were denominated in Hong Kong Dollars and United States Dollars, the risk on fluctuation in exchange rates was considered to be minimal. Accordingly, the Group did not enter into any foreign exchange contract for hedging purpose.

Material Acquisition, Disposal and Significant Investments

For the year ended 31 March 2007, the Group did not made any significant capital investment other than investment in film projects which were recorded as films in progress at the production stage and transferred to film rights upon completion. The Group owns these film rights for future distribution purpose.

In April 2007, the Group entered into an agreement with a company beneficially owned by the Group’s chief executive officer, Mr. To Kei Fung to disposed of the interests in two subsidiaries, namely, Milkyway Image (Hong Kong) Limited and Luminous Star Limited to it at a consideration of HK$26 million. The disposal was unanimously approved by the Company’s shareholders at an extraordinary general meeting held in June 2007.

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Employees and Remuneration Policies

As at 31 March 2007, the Group employed a total of 20 employees (2006: 22), including the executive directors. The Group remunerated its employees in accordance with their work performance and experience. The Directors had their discretions in granting share options and bonuses to the Group’s employees depending upon the work performance of particular employee and the financial performance of the Group. No share options were granted in previous year. For the year ended 31 March 2007, total staff costs, including Directors’ emoluments, amounted to approximately HK$10.7 million (2006: HK$11.1 million).

Charges on Group Assets

As at 31 March 2007, the Group did not have any charges on its assets.

Gearing Ratio

As at 31 March 2007, the gearing ratio, expressed as a percentage of total liabilities over total assets, was 120% (2006: 122.2%).

Contingent Liabilities

As at 31 March 2007, the Group did not have any material contingent liabilities.

BUSINESS REVIEW

Segment Information

For the year ended 31 March 2007, the Group’s total turnover amounted to approximately HK$62.3 million (2006: 17.3 million), of which approximately HK$40.3 million (2006: 9.3 million) or 65% (2006: 54%) was derived from film distribution and the remaining of approximately HK$22 million (2006: 7.9 million) or 35% (2006: 46%) was derived from film production.

During the year, the Group continued to devote more resources to investments in its own productions for distribution purpose. As a consequence, the revenue from film distribution overtook that from provision of production services to outsiders. The outcome was appealing as the gross profit attributable to the film distribution business accounted for 65% of the overall gross profit of the Group.

For the year ended 31 March 2007, the Group did not produce any television movies. Nevertheless, the Group will continue to explore business opportunities in this segment in the future.

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Sales and Marketing

With the aim of raising public awareness and enhancing the sales potential of the films produced by the Group, the Group continued to actively promote and market its films by participating in both local and international film festivals and it became an integral part of the Group’s marketing strategy.

The Group has not only earned praises and achieved encouraging box offi ce receipts in local market for the films produced by itself, but has also proven its competitiveness in international film market. Details of awards and acclaims received by the Group in the year are set out below:

Name of

Name of
Films Film Festivals Awards and Acclaims
Eye in the Sky The 31st Hong Kong Film Festival Opening Film
The 9th Udine Fareast Film Festival Official Entry
The 10th Shanghai Film Festival Opening Film
The 25th Cognac Film Festival Official Entry
Exiled The 2006 Hong Kong Asia Film Festival Closing Film
The 39th Sitges International Film Best Film
Festival of Catalonia (Young Jury Award)
The 43rd Taipei Golden Horse Award Best Action Choreography
The 13th Hong Kong Film Critics Best Director
Society Award Recommended Film
The 25th Cognac Film Festival Opening Film
The 39th Auckland Film Festival Official Entry
The 8th Jeonju Film Festival Closing Film
Election The 51st Asia-Pacific Film Festival Official Entry
The 7th Tokyo Filmex Film Festival Official Entry
The 31st Toronto International Film Festival Official Entry
The 2006 Munich Asia Filmfest Official Entry
Election 2 The 44th New York Film Festival Official Selection
The 24th Torino Film Festival Official Selection
The 30th Hong Kong International Opening Film
Film Festival (World Premiere)
The 2006 Cannes International Out of Competition
Film Festival Official Selection
The 7th Tokyo Filmex Film Festival Official Entry
The 31st Toronto International Film Festival Official Entry
The 2006 Munich Asia Filmfest Official Entry
The 13th Hong Kong Film Critics Society Best Film
Award
Triangle The 60th Cannes Film Festival Official Selection

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The Group’s film directors also received acclaims during the year, out of which Mr. To Kei Fung was granted the title “Filmmaker In Focus” at the 36th International Film Festival Rotterdam. He was also granted “Best Director” (based on the Group’s previous production entitled “The Mission”) at The 10th Anniversary of the Establishment of HKSAR Film Election.

Film Investment

During the year, the Group completed the production of three fi lm projects entitled, “Election 2”「黑社會以和為貴」, “love@first note”「戀愛初歌」and “Fatal Contact”「黑拳」. The Group owns the film rights of these films for distribution. The corresponding distribution income was recognized during the year in accordance with the Group’s revenue recognition policy. At the balance sheet date, several other fi lm projects to which the Group will solely or partially own the film rights are in the production phases or in their pre-production phases. One of these films, titled “Triangle” 「鐵三角」 has completed subsequent to the balance sheet date and pending for release. It was selected as the Official Selection at The 60th Cannes Film Festival. The Directors are confident in the Group’s productions and believe that by investing in the film projects produced by the itself, the Group is able to broaden its recurrent income base and will benefit the shareholders in the long-run. The encouraging results of film distribution during the year supported this move.

Film Production

During the year, the Group continued in the provision of film production services to other film companies. It completed the production of two film projects entitled “Exiled”「放. 逐」and “Eye in the Sky”「跟蹤」. The films were completed and delivered during the year. At the date of this report, the Group has entered into production agreements with several film companies, to produce and/or to provide production resources for a number of films. The productions of some of these films have commenced at the balance sheet date.

Future Plans for Material Investments

Save as the aforementioned film investment activity, the Group does not have any concrete future plans for material investments.

Prospects

Despite of the drastic increase of turnover for the year, the Group still recorded a net loss of approximately HK$16 million. The Group considers the overhead of two wholly-owned subsidiaries, namely, Milkyway Image (Hong Kong) Limited and Luminous Star Limited has been at a consistently high level which is one of the major underlying reasons for the

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operating loss. With the decision made in disposing of the Group’s interest in these two subsidiaries, the Group believes that the overall overhead in future can be significantly reduced and it will be in the best interests of the Group and the shareholders as a whole.

Following the conversions of nearly all the convertible bonds issued during the year and subsequent to the balance sheet date, the capital base of the Group has strengthened and the gearing ratio further reduced. As a consequence, the Group can be more responsive to any emerging business opportunities. The board of directors may invite talents to join the management of the Group in order to bring new thoughts and expertise to the Group.

Meanwhile, the name of the Company will be changed from “Milkyway Image Holdings Limited” to “Brilliant Arts Multi-Media Holding Limited”. The Group considers the current principal activities undertaken by the Group only relate to the media of film whereas the new name indicate multi-media which including various kinds of media and is to reflect the nature of the business of the Group in future.

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For the year ended 31 March 2008

BUSINESS OVERVIEW

Turnover contributed from film distribution and film production business decreased as such business remained hindered by an adverse operating environment. Investors have been becoming cautious in putting funds in this industry. The Board had adopted a prudence approach in such business segment. During the year ended 31 March 2008, the Group’s turnover contributed from film distribution and film production business amounted to approximately HK$2.8 million (2007: HK$40.3 million) and HK$7.5 million (2007: HK$22 million) respectively.

On 2 November 2007, the Group completed the acquisition of the entire issued share capital of Classic Grace Enterprises Limited (“Classic Grace”) for a total consideration of HK$24 million. The Company issued convertible bonds to the vendor to satisfy the consideration. The sole asset of Classic Grace is a commercial property located at Sheung Wan, Hong Kong. During the year ended 31 March 2008, the convertible bonds were fully converted into shares of the Company.

On 28 January 2008, the Group completed the acquisition of the entire issued share capital of Grandeur Concord Limited (“Grandeur Concord”) for a total consideration of HK$18 million. The Company issued 180,000,000 consideration shares to the vendor to satisfy the consideration. The sole asset of Grandeur Concord is a property that is utilised as a warehouse in Canada for rental income. Following the completion of the acquisition of the investment property located at Canada, a turnover of approximately HK$0.3 million (2007: Nil) was recorded from the leasing of investment property.

To stay competitive in the market, the Group has adopted measures to streamline the Group’s business. On 28 June 2007, the Group completed the disposal of two whollyowned subsidiaries, namely, Luminous Star Limited and Milkyway Image (Hong Kong) Limited for a consideration of HK$26 million. The net proceeds of approximately HK$25 million was utilised as general working capital for the Group. Such disposal was resulted a gain of approximately HK$28.3 million.

On 15 January 2008, the Group completed the disposal of another three wholly-owned subsidiaries, namely, Point of View Movie Production Company Limited, Inspire Film Distribution Company Limited and Brilliant Picture Movie Production Company Limited (formerly known as Milkyway Image Limited) for a consideration of HK$2 million. The net proceeds of the disposal was used for general working capital of the Group. Such disposal was resulted in a loss of approximately HK$2.6 million.

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In addition to streamline the Group’s business, the management had exercised prudence measures on cost control policies. As a result, other operating expenses decreased by 34.9% to approximately HK$15.9 million.

FINANCIAL REVIEW

For the year ended 31 March 2008, the Group’s turnover decreased by 82.9% to approximately HK$10.6 million (2007: HK$62.3 million). Of the total turnover amount, HK$10.3 million or 97.2% was generated from film distribution and film production, HK$0.3 million or 2.8% was generated from the leasing of investment property.

Gross profit for film distribution and film production decreased from approximately HK$13.3 million in prior year to approximately HK$1.0 million in the current year. Gross profit ratio in that business segment also decreased from 21% in previous year to 9.7% in the year under review. Such decrease was caused by the increase in film production activity which had a relatively lower gross profit margin.

Profit attributable to equity holders for the year ended 31 March 2008 amounted to approximately HK$19.3 million (2007: loss attributable to equity holders of HK$16.2 million). The turnaround was mainly contributed by the disposal of several wholly owned subsidiaries, the increase in fair value of investment properties and the decrease in other operating expenses in current year. The disposal of the subsidiaries was resulted in an aggregate gain of approximately HK$25.7 million, while the fair value of the investment properties increased by approximately HK$7.7 million as at the balance sheet date.

With the combined effect of the disposals of subsidiaries and the stringent cost control policy adopted by the Board, other operating expenses decreased by 34.9% to approximately HK$15.9 million from HK$24.4 million in prior year. Such decrease was mainly contributed by the decrease in salaries and allowances, depreciation, rent and rates and promotion expenses from HK$10.4 million, HK$3.9 million, HK$1.8 million and HK$3.9 million in last year to HK$7.8 million, HK$1.2 million, HK$0.5 million and HK$0.8 million in current year respectively.

Finance costs decreased by 10.2% to approximately HK$1.6 million from HK$1.8 million in prior year. The decrease of approximately HK$0.2 million was mainly attributed to the decrease in interest on amounts due to related companies which was partly offset by the increase in interest on convertible bonds. The interests on convertible bonds and amounts due to related companies were approximately HK$0.9 million (2007: HK$0.2 million) and HK$0.7 million (2007: HK$1.5 million) respectively.

Dividend

No dividend for the year ended 31 March 2008 has been proposed by the Directors (2007: HK$ Nil).

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Liquidity, Financial Resources and Capital Structure

At 31 March 2008, the Group had total assets of approximately HK$172.7 million (2007: HK$90.8 million), including cash and bank balances of approximately HK$101.8 million (2007: HK$23.9 million). The increase in cash and bank balances was mainly contributed by cash inflow generated from financing activities during the year.

During the year under review, the Group financed its operations with internally generated cash flows and the proceeds from the disposal of wholly-owned subsidiaries, issuance of convertible bonds, open offer, exercising share options from certain option holders and placing of new shares.

On 25 May 2007, the Company issued convertible bonds in a principal amount of HK$25 million to Classical Statue Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Star Entertainment Limited. During the year ended 31 March 2008, Classical Statue Limited had converted 72,727,272 shares of HK$0.1 each at a conversion price of HK$0.33 per share. The outstanding amount of the convertible bonds was HK$1 million at 31 March 2008.

On 9 October 2007, the Company raised approximately HK$18.7 million before expenses, by way of open offer of 124,663,636 offer shares at a price of HK$0.15 per offer share on the basis of one offer share for every two existing shares. The net proceeds of approximately HK$18.1 million were utilised for potential investments or for general working capital.

On 15 November 2007, the Company raised net proceeds of approximately HK$5.8 million by way of placing of 49,860,000 new shares to independent investors at a price of HK$0.12 per share. The proceeds were utilised for potential investments or for general working capital.

On 21 February 2008, the Company raised net proceeds of approximately HK$52.7 million by way of placing of 450,000,000 new shares to independent investors at a price of HK$0.12 per share. The proceeds were utilised for potential investments or for general working capital.

During the year ended 31 March 2008, certain option holders exercised their option rights to subscribe for an aggregate of 4,988,544 shares at an exercise price of HK$0.1488, an aggregate of 3,490,534 shares at an exercise price of HK$0.118, an aggregate of 6,300,000 shares at an exercise price of HK$0.114 and 16,838,539 shares at an exercise price of HK$0.133 respectively. The net proceeds from the exercise of option rights amounted to approximately HK$4.1 million.

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At 31 March 2008, the Group has pledged its investment property located at Canada with a fair value of HK$21.2 million to secure a mortgage loan amounted to approximately HK$2.6 million (2007: Nil).

At 31 March 2008, save as the mortgage loan, the Group did not have any bank borrowings nor any banking facilities. The gearing ratio, expressed as a percentage of total liabilities over total assets, was 5.1% (2007: 120%).

Treasury Policies

The Group has not used any foreign currency derivative instruments to hedge its exposure to foreign exchange risk. However, the management monitors closely the exposures and will consider hedging the exposures should the need arise.

Contingent liabilities

At 31 March 2008, the Group had no contingent liabilities.

Material acquisitions and disposal of subsidiaries and affiliated companies

Save as the disposals of subsidiaries and the acquisition of subsidiaries as mentioned above, the Group had no other material acquisitions and disposal of subsidiaries and affiliated companies during the year.

Capital Reorganisation and Change of Board Lot Size

Pursuant to the ordinary resolutions passed on 19 March 2008, capital reorganisation will be effected by the way of comprising (i) capital reduction that the nominal value of all issued and unissued shares be reduced from HK$0.10 each to HK$0.001 each; (ii) share consolidation that every 10 issued and unissued shares be consolidated into 1 consolidated share of the Company (“Consolidated Shares”); and (iii) the increase in authorised share capital from HK$3,000,000 to HK$30,000,000 by the creation of 2,700,000,000 new ordinary shares of the Company of HK$0.01 each. Upon the capital reorganisation becoming effective, the board lot size for trading of shares of the Company will be changed from 10,000 shares to 4,000 Consolidated Shares. The above transaction was approved by the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands on 20 June 2008.

Employee Information

At 31 March 2008, the Group had 6 (2007: 20) full time employees, including executive directors. The Group remunerated its employees in accordance their work performance and experience. The Directors had their discretions in granting share options and bonuses to the Group’s employees depending upon the work performance of particular employee and the financial performance of the Group. For the year ended 31 March 2008, total staff costs, including directors’ emoluments, amounted to approximately HK$7.9 million (2007: HK$10.7 million).

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For the six months ended 30 September 2008

BUSINESS REVIEW

For the six months ended 30 September 2008, the Group recorded a turnover of approximately HK$805,000 (2007: HK$10 million). The Group did not have revenue generated from the business segment of film production and distribution for the period under review. All the revenue was generated from the leasing of the investment property located at Canada.

FINANCIAL REVIEW

Loss attributable to equity holders for the six months ended 30 September 2008 amounted to approximately HK$1.9 million (2007: profit attributable to equity holders of approximately HK$20.1 million). Excluding the share-based payment expenses of approximately HK$1.2 million, loss after taxation for the period was approximately HK$700,000.

Other revenue and other income amounted to approximately HK$891,000, representing a decrease of 96.9% over the same period last year. Such decrease was caused by the oneoff gain on disposal of two wholly-owned subsidiaries of approximately HK$28.3 million recorded in the same period of last year.

Other operating expenses decreased by 60.7% to approximately HK$3.5 million from HK$8.8 million in prior year. Excluding the share-based payment expenses of approximately HK$1.2 million, other operating expenses was approximately HK$2.3 million, representing a decrease of approximately 73.7% as compared to the corresponding period in 2007. Such decrease was mainly attributed to the combined effect of the disposals of several wholly-owned subsidiaries in last year and the stringent cost control policy adopted by the management.

Finance costs decreased by 92.6% to approximately HK$76,000 from HK$1 million in prior year. The decrease of approximately HK$947,000 was mainly attributed to the decrease in interest on amounts due to related companies and effective interest expenses on convertible bonds.

PROSPECT

The global economy was adversely affected by the financial tsunami and its magnitude is yet to be known. The management expects that the local film market will continue to be difficult in the near future and will continue to adopt a prudence approach in such business segment. On the other hand, the Group will aim to explore new investment opportunities in the area of property investment for business diversification. Meanwhile, it will continue to implement stringent cost control measures.

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Liquidity, Financial Resources, Capital Structure and Gearing Ratio

At 30 September 2008, the Group had total assets of approximately HK$171.2 million (31 March 2008: HK$172.7 million), including cash and bank balances of approximately HK$100.8 million (31 March 2008: 101.8 million). During the period under review, the Group financed its operations with internally generated cash flows and the proceeds raised from the capital market in last year.

At 30 September 2008, the Group has pledged its investment property located at Canada to secure a mortgage loan amounted to approximately HK$2.4 million (31 March 2008: HK$2.6 million).

At 30 September 2008, save as the mortgage loan, the Group did not any bank borrowings nor any banking facilities. The gearing ratio, expressed as a percentage of total liabilities over total assets, was 4.8% (31 March 2008: 5.1%).

Treasury Policies

The Group has not used any foreign currency derivative instruments to hedge its exposure to foreign exchange risk. However, the management monitors closely the exposures and will consider hedging the exposures should the need rise.

Contingent liabilities

At 30 September 2008, the Group had no contingent liabilities.

Material Acquisition, Disposal and Signifi cant Investments

During the six months period under review, the Group had no material acquisition, disposal or any significant investments.

Employees and Remuneration Policies

At 30 September 2008, the Group had 5 full time employees (31 March 2008: 6), including executive Directors. The Group remunerated its employees in accordance with their work performance and experience. The Directors had their discretions in granting share options and bonuses to the Group’s employees depending upon the work performance of a particular employee and the financial performance of the Group. For the period under review, total staff costs, including Directors’ emoluments, amounted to approximately HK$2.1 million (2007: HK$3.9 million).

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II. INDEBTEDNESS

Statement of Indebtedness

Borrowings

As at the close of business on 30 November 2008, being the latest practicable date for the purpose of this statement of indebtedness prior to the printing of this Circular, the Group had total outstanding borrowings of approximately HK$2,696,000, comprising (i) the convertible bonds of approximately HK$739,000, which bear no interest and will be due for repayment by May 2012; and (ii) the bank borrowing in relation to the mortgage loan of the investment property of approximately HK$1,957,000.

Contingent Liabilities

As at the close of business on 30 November 2008, the Group did not have any material contingent liabilities.

Disclaimer

Save as aforesaid or as otherwise disclosed herein, and apart from intra-group liabilities, as at the close of business on 30 November 2008, the Group did not have any loan capital issued and outstanding or agreed to be issued, bank overdraft, loans or other similar indebtedness, liabilities under acceptances or acceptance credits, debentures, mortgages, charges, finance lease commitments, guarantees or other material contingent liabilities.

Foreign currency amounts have been translated into Hong Kong dollars at the approximately exchange rates prevailing at the close of business on 30 November 2008.

Save as disclosed above, the Directors have confirmed that there have been no material changes in the indebtedness and contingent liabilities of the Group since 30 November 2008.

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III. WORKING CAPITAL

The Board, after due and careful enquiry, is of the opinion that, in the absence of unforeseeable circumstances and after taking into account the Group’s financial resources, including internally generated funds, available banking facilities and the estimated net proceeds of the Open Offer, the Group has sufficient working capital for its present requirements, that is for at least the next 12 months from the date of publication of this Circular.

IV. MATERIAL CHANGE

The Directors confirm that there was no material adverse change in the financial or trading position of the Group since 31 March 2008, being the date of which the latest audited financial statements of the Group were made up.

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1. AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Set out below are the independent auditor’s report and audited financial statements together with the relevant notes thereto as extracted from the annual report of Golife for the year ended 31 December 2007. For avoidance of doubt, capitalised terms used in the extract below shall have the meaning as ascribed to them in the annual report of Golife for the year ended 31 December 2007

Independent Auditor’s Report

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To the members of

GOLIFE CONCEPTS HOLDINGS LIMITED

(incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability)

We have audited the consolidated financial statements of Golife Concepts Holdings Limited (the “Company”) and its subsidiaries (collectively referred to as the “Group”) set out on pages 32 to 99, which comprise the consolidated and Company balance sheets as at 31 December 2007, and the consolidated income statement, the consolidated statement of changes in equity and the consolidated cash flow statement for the year then ended, and a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory notes.

Directors’ responsibility for the financial statements

The directors of the Company are responsible for the preparation and the true and fair presentation of these financial statements in accordance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards issued by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the disclosure requirements of the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance. This responsibility includes designing, implementing and maintaining internal control relevant to the preparation and the true and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error; selecting and applying appropriate accounting policies; and making accounting estimates that are reasonable in the circumstances.

Auditor’s responsibility

Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit. This report is made solely to you, as a body, and for no other purpose. We do not assume responsibility towards or accept liability to any other person for the contents of this report. We conducted our audit in accordance with Hong Kong Standards on

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Auditing issued by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Those standards require that we comply with ethical requirements and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance as to whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement.

An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor’s judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity’s preparation and true and fair presentation of the financial statements in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the directors, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements.

We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.

Opinion

In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company and of the Group as at 31 December 2007 and of the Group’s loss and cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards and have been properly prepared in accordance with the disclosure requirements of the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance.

Cheung & Siu

Certified Public Accountants (Practising)

Hong Kong, 20 March 2008

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Consolidated Income Statement

Year ended 31 December 2007

Notes
TURNOVER
7
Continuing operations
Discontinued operation
Cost of sales
Gross profit
Other revenues and gains
7
Selling and distribution costs
Administrative expenses
Finance costs
8
Share of loss of jointly controlled entities
Impairment of goodwill
PROFIT/(LOSS) BEFORE TAX
9
Continuing operations
Discontinued operation
13
Tax
11
Continuing operations
Discontinued operation
PROFIT/(LOSS) ATTRIBUTABLE
TO SHAREHOLDERS
Continuing operations
Discontinued operation
13
Earnings/(loss) per share
15
From continuing and discontinued operations
— basic (cents)
— diluted (cents)
From continuing operation
— basic (cents)
— diluted (cents)
Year ended
31/12/2007
HK$’000
60,536
62
60,598
(22,830)
37,768
6,212
(3,600)
(55,264)
(1,800)
(4)
(75,552)
(92,580)
340
(92,240)



(92,580)
340
(92,240)
(8.69)
N/A
(8.72)
N/A
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
18,342
543
18,885
(7,385)
11,500
5,357
(994)
(12,240)
(1,799)


486
1,338
1,824
(676)

(676)
(190)
1,338
1,148
0.32
N/A
(0.05)
N/A

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Consolidated Balance Sheet

31 December 2007

Notes
NON-CURRENT ASSETS
Property, plant and equipment
16
Goodwill
17
Intangible assets
18
Investments in jointly controlled entities
20
Investment in an associate
21
Total non-current assets
CURRENT ASSETS
Inventories
22
Trade receivables
23
Deposits, prepayments and other receivables
Financial assets at fair value through profit
or loss
24
Derivative financial instruments
25
Amounts due from jointly controlled entities
20
Pledged deposits
Cash and bank balances
Total current assets
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Trade and bills payables
26
Other payables and accruals
Derivative financial instruments
25
Interest-bearing bank and other borrowings
27
Amount due to a jointly controlled entity
20
Tax payable
Total current liabilities
Net current assets/(liabilities)
Total assets less current liabilities
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES
Interest-bearing bank and other borrowings
27
Convertible notes
29
Total non-current liabilities
Net assets
EQUITY
Issued capital
31
Equity component of convertible notes
29
Reserves
Total equity
2007
HK$’000
6,712



6,712
8,992
4,195
13,914
966
840
562
5,949
3,587
39,005
2,593
15,114
459
13,563
675
755
33,159
5,846
12,558
805

805
11,753
12,470

(717)
11,753
2006
HK$’000
2,955
75,552
4,720


83,227
2,643
2,209
4,598
6,190
92


3,426
19,158
3,116
3,212

12,460

1,076
19,864
(706)
82,521
2,785
48,188
50,973
31,548
5,268
11,316
14,964
31,548

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Consolidated Statement Of Changes In Equity

Year ended 31 December 2007

At 1 April 2006
Capital reorganisation
Issue of shares on
open offer
Share issuance costs
Issue of convertible
notes
Redemption of
convertible notes
Reserve realized
upon disposal of
subsidiaries
Net profit for the
period
At 31 December
2006 and
1 January 2007
Redemption of
convertible notes
note 29
Conversion of
convertible notes
note 29
Placing of new
shares —note 31
Cost of placing of
new shares
Recognition of
equity-settled
share-based
payments
note 32
Net loss for the year
At 31 December
2007
Issued
capital
HK$’000
65,850
(64,533)
3,951





5,268

5,702
1,500



12,470
Share
premium
Equity
component of
convertible
notes
HK$’000
HK$’000
34,698



21,730

(786)


11,999

(683)




55,642
11,316

(195)
53,546
(11,121)
23,250

(335)





132,103
Exchange
reserve
Share-based
payments
reserve
Accumulated
losses
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
(15)

(106,359)


64,533












15




1,148


(40,678)













98



(92,240)

98
(132,918)
Total
HK$’000
(5,826)

25,681
(786)
11,999
(683)
15
1,148
31,548
(195)
48,127
24,750
(335)
98
(92,240)
11,753

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Consolidated Cash Flow Statement

Year ended 31 December 2007

OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Profit/(loss) before tax:
Continuing operations
Discontinued operation
Adjustments for:
Finance costs
Interest income
Depreciation
Impairment of investment in an associate
Impairment of goodwill
Impairment of intangible assets
Impairment of trade receivables
Amortisation of intangible assets
Equity-settled share option expenses
Share of loss of jointly controlled entities
Loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries
Waiver of other loan
Fair value gain on financial assets at fair value
through profit or loss
Fair value gain on derivative financial instruments
Reversal of impairment of trade receivables
Operating cash flow before movements in working
capital
Decrease/(increase) in inventories
Increase in trade receivables
Decrease/(increase) in deposits, prepayments and
other receivables
Decrease/(increase) in financial assets
at fair value through profit or loss
Decrease in derivative financial instruments
Increase/(decrease) in trade and bills payables
Increase/(decrease) in other payables and accruals
Increase in amount due to a jointly controlled
entity
Cash generated from/(used in) operations
Interest received
Hong Kong profits tax paid
Overseas tax paid
NET CASH FROM/(USED IN) OPERATING
ACTIVITIES
Year ended
31/12/2007
HK$’000
(92,580)
340
1,800
(247)
2,991

75,552
4,047
490
673
98
4
501
(385)

(4)
(381)

(7,101)
(6,349)
(2,476)
(9,316)
5,228
92
(523)
12,237
675
(7,533)
247
(321)

(7,607)
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
486
1,338
1,799
(9)
732
4



280



(1,698)
(1,000)
(2,014)
(92)
(3)
(177)
2,837
(409)
5,677
(4,176)

1,342
(400)

4,694
9
(2,718)
(47)
1,938

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Consolidated Cash Flow Statement

Year ended 31 December 2007

INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Acquisition of a subsidiary
Disposal of subsidiaries
Purchases of shareholding in jointly controlled
entities
Advances to jointly controlled entities
Purchases of items of property, plant and
equipment
Increase in pledged time deposits
NET CASH USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Interest paid
Proceeds from issue of shares
Redemption of convertible notes
Repayment of other loan
New bank loans
Repayment of bank loans
Increase/(decrease) in trust receipt loans
Repayments of capital element of finance leases
NET CASH FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES
NET INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH
EQUIVALENTS
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year/
period
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF
YEAR/PERIOD
ANALYSIS OF BALANCES OF CASH AND
CASH EQUIVALENTS
Cash and bank balances
Bank overdrafts
Year ended
31/12/2007
HK$’000

50
(4)
(562)
(7,249)
(5,949)
(13,714)
(1,056)
24,415
(1,000)

3,807
(7,202)
4,577
(395)
23,146
1,825
955
2,780
3,587
(807)
2,780
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
(21,362)



(125)

(21,487)
(315)
24,895
(3,500)
(3,775)
7,300
(873)
(3,157)
(183)
20,392
843
112
955
3,426
(2,471)
955

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Balance Sheet

31 December 2007

Notes
NON-CURRENT ASSETS
Investments in subsidiaries
19
Total non-current assets
CURRENT ASSETS
Deposits, prepayments and other
receivables
Amounts due from subsidiaries
19
Cash and bank balances
Total current assets
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Other payables and accruals
Amounts due to subsidiaries
19
Total current liabilities
Net current assets/(liabilities)
Total assets less current liabilities
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES
Convertible notes
29
Net assets
EQUITY
Issued capital
31
Equity components of convertible
notes
29
Reserves
34
Total equity
2007
HK$’000
1
1
7,098
13,353
1
20,452
5,654
3,107
8,761
11,691
11,692

11,692
12,470

(778)
11,692
2006
HK$’000
81,180
81,180


1
1
685
3,915
4,600
(4,599)
76,581
48,188
28,393
5,268
11,316
11,809
28,393

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Notes to the Financial Statements

31 December 2007

1. General Information

Golife Concepts Holdings Limited (the “Company”) was incorporated as an exempted company with limited liability in the Cayman Islands on 11 June 2001 under the Companies Law, Cap 22 (Law 3 of 1961, as consolidated and revised) of the Cayman Islands. The Company’s shares have been listed on the Growth Enterprise Market (the “GEM”) of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “Stock Exchange”) since 26 March 2002.

The registered office and principal place of business of the Company are located at Cricket Square, Hutchins Drive, P.O. Box 2681, Grand Cayman KY1-1111 Cayman Islands and Suite A, 15 Floor, Wyndham Place, 40-44 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, respectively.

The Company’s principal activity has not changed during the year and consisted of investment holding. The principal activity of its subsidiaries is distribution of high-end apparel and accessories. The Group was also engaged in design, development and sales of location-based technology devices and application, which were discontinued upon the disposal of subsidiaries in current year, further details of which are set out in note 13 to the financial statements.

2. Basis of Preparation

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with all applicable Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards (“HKFRSs”) issued by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (“HKICPA”), accounting principles generally accepted in Hong Kong and the disclosure requirements of the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance. In addition, the financial statements comply with the applicable disclosure provisions of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the GEM of the Stock Exchange. They have been prepared under the historical cost convention, except for certain financial assets, which have been measured at fair value. These financial statements are presented in Hong Kong dollars and all values are rounded to the nearest thousand except when otherwise indicated.

3. Impact of New and Revised Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards

In the current year, the Group has applied, for the first time, the following new standards, amendment and interpretations (“new HKFRSs”) issued by the HKICPA, which are effective for the Group’s financial statements beginning on or after 1 January 2007.

HKAS 1 (Amendment) Capital Disclosures
HKFRS 7 Financial Instruments: Disclosures
HK(IFRIC) — Int 8 Scope of HKFRS 2
HK(IFRIC) — Int 9 Reassessment of Embedded Derivatives
HK(IFRIC) — Int 10 Interim Financial Reporting and Impairment

The adoption of the new HKFRSs had no material effect on how the results and financial position for the current or prior accounting periods have been prepared and presented. Accordingly, no prior period adjustment has been required.

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The adoption of the new HKFRSs has given rise to additional disclosures as follows:

HKAS 1 (Amendment) — Capital Disclosures

In accordance with the HKAS 1 (Amendment) — Capital Disclosures, the Group now reports on its capital management objectives, policies and procedures in each annual financial report. The new disclosures that become necessary due to this change are detailed in note 42.

HKFRS 7 — Financial Instruments: Disclosures

HKFRS 7 — Financial Instruments: Disclosures is mandatory for reporting periods beginning on 1 January 2007 or later. The new standard replaces and amends the disclosure requirements previously set out in HKAS 32 Financial Instruments: Presentation and Disclosures and has been adopted by the Group in its consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2007. All disclosures relating to financial instruments including the comparative information have been updated to reflect the new requirements. In particular, the Group’s consolidated financial statements now feature:

  • a sensitive analysis explained the Group’s market risk exposure in regard to its financial instruments, and

  • a maturity analysis that shows the remaining contractual maturities of financial liabilities,

each as at the balance sheet date. The first-time application of HKFRS 7, however, has not resulted in any prior-period adjustments on cash flows, net income or balance sheet items.

3.1 Impact of issued but not yet effective Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards

The Group has not early applied the following new and revised HKFRSs that have been issued but are not yet effective. The directors of the Company anticipate that the application of these standards or interpretations will have no material impact on the results and the financial position of the Group.

HKAS 1 (Revised) Presentation of Financial Statements1 HKAS 23 (Revised) Borrowing Costs1 HKFRS 8 Operating Segments1 HK(IFRIC) — Int 11 HKFRS 2 — Group and Treasury Share Transactions2 HK(IFRIC) — Int 12 Service Concession Arrangements3 HK(IFRIC) — Int 13 Customer Loyalty Programmes4 HK(IFRIC) — Int 14 HKAS 19 — The Limit on a Defined Benefit Asset, Minimum Funding Requirements and their Interaction3

Notes:

1 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2009

2 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 March 2007

3 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2008

4 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 July 2008

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4. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Basis of consolidation

The consolidated financial statements include the financial statements of the Company and its subsidiaries for the year ended 31 December 2007. The results of subsidiaries are consolidated from the date of acquisition, being the date on which the Group obtained control, and continue to be consolidated until the date that such control ceases. All significant intercompany transactions and balances within the Group are eliminated on consolidation.

The acquisition of subsidiaries during the period has been accounted for using purchase method of accounting. This method involves allocating the cost of the business combinations to the fair value of the identifiable assets acquired, and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed at the date of acquisition. The cost of the acquisition is measured at the aggregate of the fair value of the assets given, equity instruments issued and liabilities incurred or assumed at the date of exchange, plus costs directly attributable to the acquisition.

Minority interests represent the interests of outside shareholders not held by the Group in the results and net assets of the Company’s subsidiaries.

Subsidiaries

A subsidiary is an entity whose financial and operating policies the Company controls, directly or indirectly, so as to obtain benefits from its activities.

The results of subsidiaries are included in the Company’s income statement to the extent of dividends received and receivable. The Company’s investments in subsidiaries are stated at cost less any impairment losses.

Joint ventures

A joint venture is an entity set up by contractual arrangement, whereby the Company and other parties undertake an economic activity. The joint venture operates as a separate entity in which the Company and the other parties have an interest.

The joint venture agreement between the venturers stipulates the capital contributions of the joint venture parties, the duration of the joint venture entity and the basis on which the assets are to be realized upon its dissolution. The profits and losses from the joint venture’s operations and any distributions of surplus assets are shared by the ventures, either in proportion to their respective capital contributions, or in accordance with the terms of the joint venture agreement.

A joint venture is treated as:

  • (a) a subsidiary, if the Company has unilateral control, directly or indirectly, over the joint venture;

  • (b) a jointly controlled entity, if the Company does not have unilateral control, but has joint control, directly or indirectly, over the joint venture;

  • (c) an associate, if the Company does not have unilateral or joint control, but holds, directly or indirectly, generally not less than 20% of the joint venture’s registered capital and is in a position to exercise significant influence over the joint venture; or

  • (d) an equity investment accounted for in accordance with HKAS39, if the Company holds, directly or indirectly, less than 20% of the joint venture’s registered capital and has neither joint control of, nor is in a position to exercise significant influence over, the joint venture.

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Jointly controlled entities

A jointly controlled entity is a joint venture that is subject to joint control, resulting in none of the participating parties having unilateral control over the economic activity of the jointly controlled entity.

The Group’s share of the post-acquisition results and reserves of jointly controlled entities is included in the consolidated income statement and consolidated reserves, respectively. The Group’s interests in jointly controlled entities are stated in the consolidated balance sheet at the Group’s share of net assets under the equity method of accounting, less any impairment losses.

The results of jointly controlled entities are included in the Company’s income statement to the extent of dividends received and receivable. The Company’s investments in jointly controlled entities are treated as non-current assets and are stated at cost less any impairment losses.

Associates

An associate is an entity, not being a subsidiary or a jointly controlled entity, in which the Group has a long term interest of generally not less than 20% of the equity voting rights and over which it is in a position to exercise significant influence.

The Group’s share of the post-acquisition results and reserves of associates is included in the income statement and reserves, respectively. The Group’s interests in associates are stated in the balance sheet at the Group’s share of net assets under equity method of accounting, less any impairment losses.

The results of associates are included in the Group’s income statement to the extent of dividends received and receivable. The Group’s investments in associates are treated as non-current assets and are stated at cost less any impairment losses.

Goodwill

Goodwill arising on the acquisition of subsidiaries represents the excess of the cost of the business combination over the Group’s interest in the net fair value of the acquirees’ identifiable assets acquired, and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed as at the date of acquisition.

Goodwill arising on acquisition is initially recognised in the consolidated balance sheet as an asset at cost and is subsequently measured at cost less any accumulated impairment losses.

The carrying amount of goodwill is reviewed for impairment annually or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may be impaired.

For the purpose of impairment testing, goodwill acquired in a business combination is, from the acquisition date, allocated to each of the Group’s cash generating units, or groups of cashgenerating units, that are expected to benefit from the synergies of the combination, irrespective of whether other assets or liabilities of the Group are assigned to those units or groups or units. Each unit or group of units to which the goodwill is so allocated:

  • represents the lowest level within the Group at which the goodwill is monitored for internal management purposes; and

  • is not larger than a segment based on either the Group’s primary or the Group’s secondary reporting format determined in accordance with HKAS 14 “Segment Reporting”.

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Impairment is determined by assessing the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit (group of cash-generating units), to which the goodwill relates. Where the recoverable amount of the cashgenerating unit (group of cash-generating units) is less than the carrying amount, an impairment loss is recognised.

Where goodwill forms part of a cash-generating unit (group of cash-generating units) and part of the operation within that unit is disposed of, the goodwill associated with the operation disposed of is included in the carrying amount of the operation when determining the gain or loss on disposal of the operation. Goodwill disposed of in this circumstance is measured based on the relative values of the operation disposed of and the portion of the cash-generating unit retained.

An impairment loss recognized for goodwill is not reversed in a subsequent period.

Impairment of assets

Where an indication of impairment exists, or when annual impairment testing for an asset is required (other than inventories and financial assets), the asset’s recoverable amount is estimated. An asset’s recoverable amount is calculated as the higher of the asset’s or cash-generating unit’s value in use and its fair value less costs to sell, and is determined for an individual asset, unless the asset does not generate cash inflows that are largerly independent of those from other assets or groups of assets, in which case, the recoverable amount is determined for the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.

An impairment loss is recognised only if the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. An impairment loss is charged to the income statement in the period in which it arises, unless the asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which case the impairment loss is accounted for in accordance with the relevant accounting policy for that revalued asset.

An assessment is made at each reporting date as to whether there is any indication that previously recognised impairment losses may no longer exist or may have decreased. If such indication exists, the recoverable amount is estimated. A previously recognised impairment loss of an asset other than goodwill is reversed only if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount of an asset, however not to an amount higher than the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of any depreciation/amortisation), had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset in prior years. A reversal of an impairment loss is credited to the income statement in the period in which it arises, unless the asset is carried at a revalued amount, when the reversal of the impairment loss is accounted for in accordance with the relevant accounting policy for that revalued asset.

Related parties

A party is considered to be related to the Group if:

  • (a) directly, or indirectly through one or more intermediaries, the party (i) controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with, the Group; (ii) has an interest in the Group that gives it significant influence over the Group; or (iii) has joint control over the Group;

  • (b) the party is an associate;

  • (c) the party is a jointly controlled entity;

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  • (d) the party is a member of the key management personnel of the Group or its parent;

  • (e) the party is a close member of the family of any individual referred to in (a) or (d);

  • (f) the party is an entity that is controlled, jointly controlled or significantly influenced by or for which significant voting power in such entity resides with, directly or indirectly, any individual referred to in (d) or (e); or

  • (g) the party is a post-employment benefit plan for the benefit of employees of the Group, or of any entity that is a related party of the Group.

Property, plant and equipment and depreciation

Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and any impairment losses, except that when an item of property, plant and equipment is classified as held for sale, it is not depreciated and is measured at the lower of carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell. The cost of an item of property, plant and equipment comprises its purchase price and any directly attributable costs of bringing the asset to its working condition and location for its intended use. Cost may also include transfers from equity of any gains/losses on qualifying cash flow hedges of foreign currency purchases of property, plant and equipment.

Expenditure incurred after items of property, plant and equipment have been put into operation, such as repairs and maintenance, is normally charged to the income statement in the period in which it is incurred. In situations where it can be clearly demonstrated that the expenditure has resulted in an increase in the future economic benefits expected to be obtained from the use of an item of property, plant and equipment and the cost of the item can be measured reliably, the expenditure is capitalised as an additional cost of that asset or as a replacement.

Depreciation is calculated on the straight-line basis to write off the cost of each item of property, plant and equipment to its residual value over its estimated useful life. The principal annual rates used for this purpose are as follows:

Leasehold improvements Over the shorter of the lease terms or 20% Furniture and equipment 20% ‒ 25% Motor vehicles 20%

Where parts of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, the cost or valuation of that item is allocated on a reasonable basis among the parts and each part is depreciated separately.

Residual values, useful lives and depreciation method are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at each balance sheet date.

An item of property, plant and equipment is derecognised upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected from its use or disposal. Any gain or loss on disposal or retirement recognised in the income statement in the year the asset is derecognised is the difference between the net sales proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset.

Intangible assets (other than goodwill)

The useful lives of intangible assets are assessed to be either finite or indefinite. Intangible assets with finite lives are amortised over the useful economic life and assessed for impairment whenever there is an indication that the intangible asset may be impaired. The amortisation period and the amortisation method for an intangible asset with a finite useful life are reviewed at least at each balance sheet date.

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Franchise rights

Franchise rights are stated at cost less any impairment losses, and are amortised on the straightline basis over their estimated useful lives of 4 to 10 years.

Leases

Leases that transfer substantially all the rewards and risks of ownership of assets to the Group, other than legal title, are accounted for as finance leases. At the inception of a finance lease, the cost of the leased asset is capitalized at the present value of the minimum lease payments and recorded together with the obligation, excluding the interest element, to reflect the purchase and financing. Assets held under capitalized finance leases are included in property, plant and equipment and depreciated over the shorter of the lease terms and the estimated useful lives of the assets. The finance costs of such leases are charged to the income statement so as to provide a constant periodic rate of charge over the lease terms.

Assets acquired through hire purchase contracts of a financing nature are accounted for as finance leases, but are depreciated over their estimated useful lives.

Leases where substantially all the rewards and risks of ownership of assets remain with the lessor are accounted for as operating leases. The rentals payable under the operating leases are charged to the income statement on the straight-line basis over the lease terms.

Investment and other financial assets

Financial assets in the scope of HKAS 39 are classified as either financial assets at fair value through profit or loss, loans and receivables, held-to-maturity investments or available-for-sale financial assets, as appropriate. When financial assets are recognised initially, they are measured at fair value, plus, in the case of investments not at fair value through profit or loss, directly attributable transaction costs. The Group determines the classification of its financial assets after initial recognition and, where allowed and appropriate, re-evaluates this designation at the balance sheet date.

All regular way purchases and sales of financial assets are recognised on the trade date i.e., the date that the Group commits to purchase the asset. Regular way purchases or sales are purchases or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within the period generally established by regulation or convention in the marketplace.

Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss

Financial assets classified as held for trading are included in the category “financial assets at fair value through profit or loss”. Financial assets are classified as held for trading if they are acquired for the purpose of selling in the near term. Gains or losses on investments held for trading are recognised in the income statement.

Loans and receivables

Loans and receivables are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market. Such assets are carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method. Gains and losses are recognised in the income statement when the loans and receivables are derecognised or impaired, as well as through the amortisation process.

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Held-to-maturity investments

Non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments and fixed maturity are classified as held-to-maturity when the Company has the positive intention and ability to hold to maturity. Investments intended to be held for an undefined period are not included in this classification. Other long term investments that are intended to be held-to-maturity, such as bonds, are subsequently measured at amortised cost. Amortised cost is computed as the amount initially recognised minus principal repayments, plus or minus the cumulative amortisation using the effective interest method of any difference between the initially recognised amount and the maturity amount. This calculation includes all fees and points paid or received between parties to the contracts that are an integral part of the effective interest rate, transaction costs and all other premiums and discounts. For investments carried at amortised cost, gains and losses are recognised in the income statement when the investments are derecognised or impaired, as well as through the amortisation process.

Available-for-sale financial assets

Available-for-sales financial assets are those non-derivative financial assets in listed and unlisted equity securities that are designated as available-for-sale or are not classified in any of the other three categories. After initial recognition available-for-sale financial assets are measured at fair value with gains or losses being recognised as a separate component of equity until the investment is derecognised or until the investment is determined to be impaired at which time the cumulative gain or loss previously reported in equity is included in the income statement.

When the fair value of unlisted equity securities cannot be reliably measured because (a) the variability in the range of reasonable fair value estimates is significant for that investment or (b) the probabilities of the various estimates within the range cannot be reasonably assessed and used in estimating fair value, such securities are stated at cost less any impairment losses.

Fair value

The fair value of investments that are actively traded in organised financial markets is determined by reference to quoted market bid prices at the close of business on the balance sheet date. For investments where there is no active market, fair value is determined using valuation techniques. Such techniques include using recent arm’s length market transactions; reference to the current market value of another instrument, which is substantially the same; a discounted cash flow analysis and option pricing models.

Impairment of financial assets

The Group assesses at each balance sheet date whether there is any objective evidence that a financial asset or group of financial assets is impaired.

Assets carried at amortised cost

If there is objective evidence that an impairment loss on loans and receivables carried at amortised cost has been incurred, the amount of the loss is measured as the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the present value of estimated future cash flows (excluding future credit losses that have not been incurred) discounted at the financial asset’s original effective interest rate (i.e., the effective interest rate computed at initial recognition). The carrying amount of the asset is reduced either directly or through the use of an allowance account. The amount of the impairment loss is recognised in profit or loss.

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The Group first assesses whether objective evidence of impairment exists individually for financial assets that are individually significant, and individually or collectively for financial assets that are not individually significant. If it is determined that no objective evidence of impairment exists for an individually assessed financial asset, whether significant or not, the asset is included in a group of financial assets with similar credit risk characteristics and that group is collectively assessed for impairment. Assets that are individually assessed for impairment and for which an impairment loss is or continues to be recognised are not included in a collective assessment of impairment.

If, in a subsequent period, the amount of the impairment loss decreases and the decrease can be related objectively to an event occurring after the impairment was recognised, the previously recognised impairment loss is reversed. Any subsequent reversal of an impairment loss is recognised in the income statement, to the extent that the carrying value of the asset does not exceed its amortised cost at the reversal date.

Assets carried at cost

If there is objective evidence that an impairment loss on an unquoted equity instrument that is not carried at fair value because its fair value cannot be reliably measured, the amount of the loss is measured as the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the present value of estimated future cash flows discounted at the current market rate of return for a similar financial asset. Impairment losses on these assets are not reversed.

Available-for-sale financial assets

If an available-for-sale asset is impaired, an amount comprising the difference between its cost (net of any principal payment and amortisation) and its current fair value, less any impairment loss previously recognised in profit or loss, its transferred from equity to the income statement. Impairment losses on equity instruments classified as available-for-sale are not reversed through profit or loss.

Derecognition of financial assets

A financial asset (or, where applicable, a part of a financial asset or part of a group of similar financial asset) is derecognised where:

  • the rights to receive cash flows from the asset have expired;

  • the Group retains the rights to receive cash flows from the asset, but has assumed an obligation to pay them in full without material delay to a third party under a “pass-through” arrangement; or

  • the Group has transferred its right to receive cash flows from the asset and either (a) has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, or (b) has neither transferred nor retained substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, but has transferred control of the asset.

Where the Group has transferred its rights to receive cash flows from an asset and has neither transferred nor retained substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset nor transferred control of the asset, the asset is recognised to the extent of the Group’s continuing involvement in the asset. Continuing involvement that takes the form of a guarantee over the transferred asset is measured at the lower of the original carrying amount of the asset and the maximum amount of consideration that the Group could be required to repay.

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Where continuing involvement takes the form of a written and/or purchased option (including a cash-settled option or similar provision) on the transferred asset, the extent of the Group’s continuing involvement is the amount of the transferred asset that the Group may repurchase, except that in the case of a written put option (including a cash-settled option or similar provision) on an asset measured at fair value, the extent of the Group’s continuing involvement is limited to the lower of the fair value of the transferred asset and the option exercise price.

Interest-bearing loans and borrowings

All loans and borrowings are initially recognised at the fair value of the consideration received less directly attributable transaction costs.

After initial recognition, interest-bearing loans and borrowings are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

Gains and losses are recognised in net profit or loss when the liabilities are derecognised as well as through the amortisation process.

Convertible notes

The component of convertible notes that exhibits characteristics of a liability is recognised as a liability in the balance sheet, net of transaction costs. On issuance of convertible notes, the fair value of the liability components is determined using a market rate for an equivalent nonconvertible note; and this amount is carried as a long term liability on the amortised cost basis until extinguished on conversion or redemption. The remainder of the proceeds is allocated to the conversion option that is recognised and included in shareholders’ equity, net of transaction costs. The carrying amount of the conversion option is not remeasured in subsequent years.

Transaction costs are apportioned between the liability and equity components of the convertible notes based on the allocation of proceeds to the liability and components when the instruments are first recognised.

Derecognition of financial liabilities

A financial liability is derecognised when the obligation under the liability is discharged or cancelled or expires.

When an existing financial liability is replaced by another from the same lender on substantially different terms, or the terms of an existed liability are substantially modified, such an exchange or modification is treated as a derecognition of the original liability and the recognition of a new liability, and the difference in the respective carrying amounts is recognised in profit or loss.

Derivative financial instruments and hedging

The Company uses derivative financial instruments such as forward currency contracts and interest rate swaps to hedge its risks associated with interest rate and foreign currency fluctuations. Such derivative financial instruments are initially recognised at fair value on the date on which a derivative contract is entered into and are subsequently remeasured at fair value. Derivatives are carried as assets when the fair value is positive and as liabilities when the fair value is negative.

Any gains or losses arising from changes on fair value on derivatives that do not qualify for hedge accounting are taken directly to net profit or loss for the year.

The fair value of forward currency contracts is calculated by reference to current forward exchange rates for contracts with similar maturity profiles. The fair value of interest rate swap contracts is determined by reference to the present value of estimated future cash flows.

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For the purpose of hedge accounting, hedges are classified as:

  • fair value hedges when hedging the exposure to changes in the fair value of a recognised asset or liability; or

  • cash flow hedges when hedging the exposure to variability in cash flows that is either attributable to a particular risk associated with a recognised asset or liability or a forecast transaction.

A hedge of the foreign currency risk of a firm commitment is accounted for as a cash flow hedge.

At the inception of a hedge relationship, the Company formally designates and documents the hedge relationship to which the Group wishes to apply hedge accounting and the risk management objective and strategy for undertaking the hedge. The documentation includes identification of the hedging instrument, the hedge item or transaction, the nature of the risk being hedged and how the Company will assess the hedging instrument’s effectiveness in offsetting the exposure to changes in the hedged item’s fair value or cash flows attributable to the hedged risk. Such hedges are expected to be highly effective in achieving offsetting changes in fair value or cash flows and are assessed on an ongoing basis to determine that they actually have been highly effective throughout the financial reporting periods for which they were designated.

Hedges which meet the strict criteria for hedge accounting are accounted for as follow:

Fair value hedges

Fair value hedges are hedges of the Company’s exposure to changes in the fair value of a recognised asset or liability or an unrecognised firm commitment, or an identified portion of such an asset, liability or firm commitment, that is attributable to a particular risk and could affect profit or loss. For fair value hedges, the carrying amount of the hedged item is adjusted for gains and losses attributable to the risk being hedged, the derivative is remeasured at fair value and gains and losses from both are taken to profit or loss.

For fair value hedges relating to items carried at amortised cost, the adjustment to carrying value is amortised through profit or loss over the remaining terms to maturity. Any adjustment to the carrying amount of a hedged financial instrument for which the effective interest method is used is amortised to profit or loss.

Amortization may begin as soon as an adjustment exists and shall begin no later than when the hedged item ceases to be adjusted for changes in its fair value attributable to the risk being hedged.

When an unrecognised firm commitment is designated as a hedged item, the subsequent cumulative change in the fair value of the firm commitment attributable to the hedged risk is recognised as an asset or liability with a corresponding gain or loss recognised in profit or loss. The changes in the fair value of the hedging instrument are also recognised on profit or loss.

The Company discontinues fair value hedge accounting of the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated or exercised, the hedge no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting or the Company revokes the designation. Any adjustment to the carrying amount of a hedged financial instrument for which the effective interest method is used is amortised to profit or loss. Amortization may begin as soon as an adjustment exists and shall begin no later than when the hedged item ceases to be adjusted for changes in its fair value attributable to the risk being hedged.

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Cash flow hedges

Cash flow hedges are hedges of the Company’s exposure to variability in cash flows that is attributable to a particular risk associated with a recognised asset or liability or a highly probable forecast transaction and could affect profit or loss. The effective portion of the gain or loss on the hedging instrument is recognised directly in equity, while the ineffective portion is recognised in profit or loss.

Amounts taken to equity are transferred to the income statement when the hedged transaction affects profits or loss, such as when the hedged financial income or financial expense is recognised or when a forecast sale or purchase occurs. Where the hedged item is the cost if a non-financial asset or liability, the accounts taken to equity are transferred to the initial carrying amount of the non-financial asset or liability.

If the forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur, the amounts previously recognised in equity are transferred to profit or loss. If the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated or exercised without replacement or rollover, or if its designation as a hedge is revoked, the amounts previously recognised in equity remain in equity until the forecast transaction occurs. If the related transaction is not expected to occur, the amount is taken to profit or loss.

Hedges of a net investment

Hedges of a net investment in a foreign operation, including a hedge of a monetary item that is accounted for as part of the net investment, are accounted for in a similar way to cash flow hedges. Gains or losses on the hedging instrument relating to the effective portion of the hedge are recognised directly in equity while any gains or losses relating to the ineffective portion are recognised in profit or loss. On disposal of the foreign operation, the cumulative value of any such gains or losses recognised directly in equity is transferred to profit or loss.

Inventories

Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Cost is determined on the first-in, first-out basis and includes all costs of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Net realisable value is based on estimated selling prices less any estimated costs to be incurred to disposal.

Cash and cash equivalents

For the purpose of the consolidated cash flow statement, cash and cash equivalents comprise cash on hand and demand deposits, and short term highly liquid investments which are readily convertible into known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value, and have a short maturity of generally within three months when acquired, less bank overdrafts which are repayable on demand and form an integral part of the Group’s cash management.

For the purpose of the balance sheets, cash and bank balances comprise cash on hand and at banks, including term deposits, which are not restricted as to use.

Provision

A provision is recognised when a present obligation (legal or constructive) has arisen as a result of a past event and it is probable that a future outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation, provided that a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation.

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When the effect of discounting is material, the amount recognised for a provision is the present value at the balance sheet date of the future expenditures expected to be required to settle the obligation. The increase in the discounted present value amount arising from the passage of time is included in finance costs in the income statement.

Income tax

Income tax comprises current and deferred tax. Income tax is recognised in the income statement, or in equity if it relates to items that are recognised in the same or a different period, directly in equity.

Current tax assets and liabilities for the current and prior periods are measured at the amount expected to be recovered from or paid to the taxation authorities.

Deferred tax is provided, using the liability method, on all temporary differences at the balance sheet date between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts for financial reporting purposes.

Deferred tax liabilities are recognised for all taxable temporary differences, except:

  • where the deferred tax liability arises from goodwill or the initial recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction that is not a business combination and, at the time of the transaction, affects neither the accounting profit nor taxable profit or loss; and

  • in respect of taxable temporary differences associated with investments in subsidiaries, associates and interests in joint ventures, where the timing of the reversal of the temporary differences can be controlled and it is probable that the temporary differences will not reverse in the foreseeable future.

Deferred tax assets are recognised for all deductible temporary differences, carryforward of unused tax credits and unused tax losses, to the extent that it is probable that taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary differences, and the carryforward of unused tax credits and unused tax losses can be utilised except:

  • where the deferred tax asset relating to the deductible temporary differences arises from the initial recognition of an asset or liability and, at the time of the transaction, affects neither the accounting profit nor taxable profit or loss; and

  • in respect of deductible temporary differences associated with investments in subsidiaries, associates and interests in joint ventures, deferred tax assets are only recognised to the extent that it is probable that the temporary differences will reverse in the foreseeable future and taxable profit will be available against which the temporary differences can be utilised.

The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at each balance sheet date and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow all or part of the deferred tax asset to be utilised. Conversely, previously unrecognised deferred tax assets are reassessed at each balance sheet date and are recognised to the extent that it is probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow all or part of the deferred tax asset to be utilised.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply to the period when the asset is realised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the balance sheet date.

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Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are offset, if a legally enforceable right exists to set off current tax assets against current tax liabilities and the deferred taxes relate to the same taxable entity and the same taxation authority.

Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognised when it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Group and when the revenue can be measured reliably, on the following bases:

  • (a) from the sales of goods, when the significant risks and rewards of ownership have been transferred to the buyer, provided that the Group maintains neither managerial involvement to the degree usually associated with ownership, nor effective control over the goods sold;

  • (b) from the rendering of services, when services are rendered; and

  • (c) interest income, on an accrual basis using the effective interest method by applying the rate that discounts the estimated future cash receipts through the expected life of the financial instrument to the net carrying amount of the financial asset.

Employee benefits

Equity-settled share-based payment transactions

The Group operates a share option scheme for the purpose of providing incentives and rewards to eligible participants who contribute to the success of the Group’s operations. Employees (including directors) of the Group receive remuneration in the form of share-based payment transactions, whereby employees render services as consideration for equity instruments (“equity-settled transactions”).

The cost of equity-settled transactions with employee is measured by reference to the fair value at the date at which they are granted. The fair value is determined by an external valuer using a binomial model, further details of which are given. In valuing equity-settled transactions, no account is taken of any performance conditions, other than conditions linked to the price of the shares of the Group (“market conditions”), if applicable.

Cash-settled share-based payment transactions

For cash-settled share-based payments, the Group measures the goods or services acquired and the liability incurred at the fair value of the liability. At each balance sheet date, the liability is remeasured at its fair value until the liability is settled, with any changes in fair value recognized in profit or loss.

Pension scheme

The Group operates a defined contribution Mandatory Provident Fund retirement benefits scheme (the “MPF Scheme”) under the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Ordinance, for those employees who are eligible to participate in the MPF Scheme. Contributions are made based on a percentage of the employees’ basic salaries and are charged to the income statement as they become payable in accordance with the rules of the MPF Scheme. The assets of the MPF Scheme are held separately from those of the Group in an independently administered fund. The Group’s employer contributions vest fully with the employees when contributed into the MPF Scheme.

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Borrowing costs

Borrowing costs are recognised as expenses in the income statement in the period in which they are incurred.

Foreign currencies

These financial statements are presented in Hong Kong dollars, which is the Group’s functional and presentation currency. Foreign currency transactions are initially recorded using the functional currency rates ruling at the date of the transactions. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the functional currency rates of exchange ruling at the balance sheet date. All differences are taken to profit or loss. Non-monetary items that are measured in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are translated using the exchange rates at the date of the initial transactions. Non-monetary items measured at fair value in a foreign currency are translated using the exchange rates at the date when the fair value was determined.

The functional currencies of certain overseas subsidiaries are currencies other than the Hong Kong dollar. As at the balance sheet date, the assets and liabilities of these entities are translated into the presentation currency of the Company at exchange rates ruling at the balance sheet date and, their income statements are translated into Hong Kong dollars at the weighted average exchange rates for the period. The resulting exchange differences are included in a separate component of equity. On disposal of a foreign entity, the deferred cumulative amount recognized in equity relating to that particular foreign operation is recognized in the income statement.

For the purpose of the consolidated cash flow statement, the cash flows of overseas subsidiaries are translated into Hong Kong dollars at the exchange rates ruling at the dates of the cash flows. Frequently recurring cash flows of overseas subsidiaries which arise throughout the period are translated into Hong Kong dollars at the weighted average exchange rates for the period.

5. Significant Accounting Judgements And Estimates

Judgements

In the process of applying the Group’s accounting policies, management has made the following judgements, apart from those involving estimations, which have the most significant effect on the amounts recognised in the financial statements.

Impairment of assets

In determining whether an asset is impaired or whether the event previously causing the impairment no longer exists, the Group has to exercise judgement in the area of asset impairment, particularly in assessing: (1) whether an event has occurred that may affect the asset value, or such an event affecting the asset value has not been in existence; (2) whether the carrying value of an asset can be supported by the net present value of future cash flows, which are estimated based upon the continued use of the asset or derecognition; and (3) the appropriate key assumptions to be applied in preparing cash flow projections including whether these cash flow projections are discounted using an appropriate rate. Changing the assumptions selected by management to determine the level of impairment, including the discount rates or the growth rate assumptions in the cash flow projections, could have a material effect on the net present value used in the impairment test.

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Estimation uncertainty

The key assumptions concerning the future and other key sources of estimation uncertainty at the balance sheet date that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year are discussed below.

Impairment of goodwill

The Group determines whether goodwill is impaired at least on an annual basis. This requires an estimation of the value in use of the cash-generating units to which the goodwill is allocated. Estimating the value in use requires the Group to make an estimate of the expected future cash flows from cash-generating unit and also to choose a suitable discount rate in order to calculate the present value of those cash flows. The carrying amount of goodwill at 31 December 2007 was nil (2006: approximately HK$75,552,000). More details are given in note 17.

Impairment for trade receivables

The Group performs ongoing credit evaluations of its customers and adjusts credit limits based on payment history and the customer’s current credit-worthiness, as determined by a review of their current credit information. The Group continuously monitors collections and payments from its customers and maintain a provision for estimated credit losses based upon its historical experience and any specific customer collection issues that it has identified.

6. Segment Information

Segment information is presented by way of two segment formats: (i) on a primary segment reporting basis, by business segment; and (ii) on a secondary segment reporting basis, by geographical segment.

(i) Business segments

The following tables present revenue, profit/(loss) and certain asset, liability and expenditure information for the Group’s business segments for the year ended 31 December 2007 and the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006.

For management purposes, the Group is organized into two operating divisions — design, development and sales of location-based technology devices and applications, and distribution of high-end apparel and accessories. These divisions are the basis on which the Group reports its primary segment information. In September 2007, the Group ceased the business of design, development and sales of location-based technology devices and application.

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Segment information about these businesses is presented below.

Turnover:
External turnover
Results:
Segment results
Unallocated
revenue
Unallocated
expenses
Finance costs
Profit/(loss)
before tax
Tax
Profit/(loss) for the
year/period
Assets:
Segment assets
Unallocated
corporate assets
Total assets
Liabilities:
Segment liabilities
Unallocated
corporate
liabilities
Total liabilities
**Continuing ** operation
of high-end
accessories
Period
from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
18,342
363
operation
of high-end
accessories
2006
HK$’000
94,395
21,547
Discontinued operation
Design, development and
sales of location-based
technology devices
and applications
Year
ended
31/12/2007
Period
from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
62
543
340
1,338
Discontinued operation
Design, development and
sales of location-based
technology devices
and applications
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000

1

417
Consolidated
Year
ended
31/12/2007
Period
from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
60,598
18,885
(90,924)
1,701
5,014
3,412
(4,530)
(1,490)
(1,800)
(1,799)
(92,240)
1,824

(676)
(92,240)
1,148
Consolidated
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
35,262
94,396
10,455
7,989
45,717
102,385
27,456
21,964
6,508
48,873
33,964
70,837
Consolidated
Year
ended
31/12/2007
Period
from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
60,598
18,885
(90,924)
1,701
5,014
3,412
(4,530)
(1,490)
(1,800)
(1,799)
(92,240)
1,824

(676)
(92,240)
1,148
Consolidated
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
35,262
94,396
10,455
7,989
45,717
102,385
27,456
21,964
6,508
48,873
33,964
70,837
Distribution
apparel and
Year
ended
31/12/2007
HK$’000
60,536
(91,264)
**Continuing **
Distribution
apparel and
2007
HK$’000
35,262
27,456
102,385
21,964
48,873
70,837

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Period Period Period
Year from Year from Year from
ended 1/4/2006 to ended 1/4/2006 to ended 1/4/2006 to
31/12/2007 31/12/2006 31/12/2007 31/12/2006 31/12/2007 31/12/2006
HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000
Other segment
information:
Capital
expenditure 7,249 1,741 7,249 1,741
Depreciation 2,991 732 2,991 732
Amortisation 673 280 673 280
Impairment loss 80,089 4 80,089 4

(ii) Geographical segments

The following tables present revenue, assets and capital expenditures for the Group’s geographical segments for the year ended 31 December 2007 and the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006.

Turnover:
Continuing
operations
Discontinued
operation
External
turnover
Assets:
Segment assets
Unallocated
corporate
assets
Total assets
Other segment
information:
Capital
expenditure
Hong Kong
Year
ended
31/12/2007
Period
from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
47,108
13,255
62
543
47,170
13,798
38,407
19,392
4,475
1,741
Taiwan
Year
ended
31/12/2007
Period
from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
13,428
5,087


13,428
5,087
7,310
2,721
2,774
Consolidated
Year
ended
31/12/2007
Period
from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
60,536
18,342
62
543
60,598
18,885
45,717
22,113

80,272
45,717
102,385
7,249
1,741
Consolidated
Year
ended
31/12/2007
Period
from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
60,536
18,342
62
543
60,598
18,885
45,717
22,113

80,272
45,717
102,385
7,249
1,741
18,885
22,113
80,272
102,385
1,741

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7. Turnover, Other Revenues and Gains

Turnover represents the net invoiced value of goods sold, after allowances for returns and trade discounts and the value of services rendered.

An analysis of the Group’s turnover, other revenues and gains is as follows:

TURNOVER
CONTINUING OPERATIONS
Distribution of high-end apparel and accessories
DISCONTINUED OPERATION
Design, development and sales of location-based
technology devices and applications
OTHER REVENUES AND GAINS
Bank interest income
Consultancy fee income
Fair value gain on financial assets at fair value through
profit or loss
Fair value gain on derivative financial instruments
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries
Gain on disposal of financial assets at fair value through
profit or loss
Management services income
Reversal of impairment of trade receivables
Sundry income
Waiver of other loan
Finance Costs
Interest on convertible notes
Interest on bank loans and overdrafts wholly repayable
within five years
Interest on finance leases
Year ended
31/12/2007
HK$’000
60,536
62
60,598
247

4
381
385
4,813
340

42

6,212
Year ended
31/12/2007
HK$’000
744
1,004
52
1,800
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
18,342
543
18,885
9
72
2,014
92
1,698
398

3
71
1,000
5,357
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
1,484
289
26
1,799

8. Finance Costs

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APPENDIX II

9. Profit/(Loss) before Tax

Profit/(loss) before tax is arrived at after charging:

Cost of inventories sold
Cost of services rendered
Auditor’s remuneration
Amortisation of intangible assets
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment
Loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment
Exchange losses, net
Minimum lease payments under operating leases on land
and buildings
Impairment of investment in an associate
Impairment of trade receivables
Impairment of intangible assets
Staff costs (excluding directors’ remuneration_— note 10_)
Salaries and allowances
Equity-settled share option expenses
Pension scheme contributions
Year ended
31/12/2007
HK$’000
22,830

360
673
2,991
501
378
15,202

490
4,047
11,778
32
364
12,174
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
7,323
62
295
280
732

76
3,962
4


3,119

128
3,247

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APPENDIX II

10. Directors’ Remuneration and Five Highest Paid Employees

The remuneration of each director for the year ended 31 December 2007 and the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006 are set out below:

Year ended 31 December 2007:

Executive directors
Lo Mun Lam, Raymond
Gouw San Bo,
Elizabeth_(note 1)
Richard Yen
(note 2)
Leung Tak Wah
(note 3)
Non-executive
directors
Duncan Chiu
Yu Wai Yin, Vicky
(note 4)_
Independent non-
executive directors
Lum Pak Sum
Sum Chun Ho, Sam
Wan Kwok Pan
Total
Fees
Salaries
and
allowances
Retirement
scheme
contribution
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
380



1,227
6
500
944
33

246
7



33


221


60


49


1,243
1,567
17
Share
option
benefit
HK$’000


631

33




66
Total
HK$’000
380
1,233
253
33
33
221
60
49
2,893

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APPENDIX II

Period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006

Executive directors
Lo Mun Lam, Raymond
Leung Tak Wah
Yu Wai Yin, Vicky
(note 4)
Non-executive
directors
Duncan Chiu_(note 5)
Richard Yen
(note 2)_
Independent non-
executive directors
Lum Pak Sum
Sum Chun Ho, Sam
Wan Kwok Pan
Total
Fees
Salaries
and
allowances
Retirement
scheme
contribution
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
200



190
9
40











19


14


273
190
9
Share
option
benefit
HK$’000








Total
HK$’000
200
199
40



19
14
472

Notes:

  1. Ms. Gouw San Bo, Elizabeth was appointed as an executive director on 11 July 2007.

  2. Mr. Richard Yen was appointed as a non-executive director and redesignated as an executive director on 27 September 2006 and 28 August 2007, respectively.

  3. Mr. Leung Tak Wah resigned as an executive director on 11 July 2007.

  4. Ms. Yu Wai Yin Vicky, was redesignated as a non-executive director on 3 April 2007.

  5. Mr. Duncan Chiu was appointed as a non-executive director on 27 September 2006.

There was no arrangement under which a director waived or agreed to waive any remuneration during the year/period.

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APPENDIX II

Of the five highest paid individuals, three (period ended 31 December 2006: two) were directors of the Company and their remuneration has been included in the directors’ remuneration disclosures above and the disclosure below. Details of the emoluments of the remaining two (period ended 31 December 2006: three) non-directors, highest paid employees of the Group for the year/period are as follows:

Basic salaries, allowances and other benefits in kind
Share option benefit
Retirement benefits scheme contributions
Year ended
31/12/2007
HK$’000
3,868
32
18
3,918
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
600

30
630

Included in the above, the remuneration of Ms. Gouw San Bo, Elizabeth, an executive director, who was one of the five highest paid individuals for the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006 before appointed as an executive director in current year is as follows:

Basic salaries, allowances and other benefits in kind
Share option benefit
Retirement benefits scheme contributions
Year ended
31/12/2007
HK$’000
953

6
959
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
460

4
464

The number of non-director, highest paid individuals whose remuneration fell within the following bands (excluding Ms. Gouw San Bo), is as follows:

Nil to HK$1,000,000
HK$2,000,001 to HK$2,500,000
Year ended
31/12/2007
HK$’000
1
1
2
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
3

3

During the year, no emoluments were paid by the Group to any of the directors or the five highest paid individuals as an inducement to join or upon joining the Group or as compensation for loss of office (period ended 31 December 2006: nil).

During the year, share options were granted to a non-director, highest paid employee in respect of his services to the Group, further details of which are included in the disclosures in note 32 to the financial statements. The fair value of such options, which has been charged to the income statement, was determined as at the date of the grant and was included in the above non-director, highest paid employees’ remuneration disclosures.

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APPENDIX II

Retirement benefit costs

The Group operates a mandatory provident fund scheme (“the MPF scheme”) under the Hong Kong Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Ordinance for employees employed under the jurisdiction of the Hong Kong Employment Ordinance. The MPF scheme is defined contribution retirement scheme administrated by independent trustees. Under the MPF Scheme, the employer and its employees are each required to make contributions to the scheme at 5% of the employees’ relevant income, subject to a cap of monthly relevant income of HK$20,000. Contributions to the Scheme vest immediately. At the balance sheet date, there was no forfeited contribution, which arose upon employees leaving the retirement benefits scheme and which are available to reduce the contribution payable in the future years.

11. Tax

No provision for Hong Kong profits tax had been made as the Group did not generate any assessable profits arising in Hong Kong during the year. In prior year, Hong Kong profits tax has been provided at the rate of 17.5% on the estimated assessable profits arising in Hong Kong.

Taxation on overseas profits has been calculated on the estimated assessable profit for the year/ period at the rates of tax prevailing in the countries in which the Group operates.

Current provision:
— Hong Kong
— Overseas
Attributable to:
Continuing operations
Discontinued operation_(note 13)_
Year ended
31/12/2007
HK$’000





Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
575
101
676
676
676

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON GC GROUP

A reconciliation of the tax expense applicable to profit/(loss) before tax using the statutory rate for the countries in which the Company and its subsidiaries are domiciled to the tax expense at the effective tax rates, and a reconciliation of the applicable rates (i.e., the statutory tax rates) to the effective tax rate, are as follows:

Profit/(loss) before tax
Tax at the domestic income
tax rate
Effect of different tax rates
in other jurisdictions
Income not subject to tax
Expenses not deductible for tax
Deductible temporary
differences not recognized
Tax losses not recognized
Tax charge at effective rate
Year ended
31/12/2007
HK$’000
(92,240)
(16,142)
(74)
(70)
15,708
30
548
%
(17.5)
(0.1)
(0.1)
17.0
0.1
0.6
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
1,824
319
(24)
(471)
336

516
676
%
17.5
(1.3)
(25.8)
18.4

28.3
37.1

12. Net Loss Attributable to Shareholders

The net loss attributable to shareholders for the year ended 31 December 2007 dealt with in the financial statements of the Company is approximately HK$89,146,000 (period ended 31 December 2006: loss of approximately HK$7,511,000).

13. Discontinued Operation

On 20 September 2007, the Group decided to cease its business of design, development and sales of location-based technology devices and application. On 27 September 2007, the Company disposed of Satellite Devices (BVI) Limited, which held a subsidiary called Satellite Devices Limited. Satellite Devices (BVI) Limited engaged in investment holding and Satellite Devices Limited engaged in design, development and sales of location-based technology devices and application and was a separate business segment that was part of Hong Kong operations.

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APPENDIX II

The operating result associated with the business of design, development and sales of locationbased technology devices and application for the year/period and gain on disposal of subsidiaries related to the discontinued operation are presented below:

Notes
Turnover
7
Cost of sales
Other revenues and gains
Selling and distribution costs
Administrative expenses
Loss before tax and gain on disposal
of subsidiaries
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries
35
Profit before tax from the discontinued operation
Tax
11
Profit attributable to shareholders from
the discontinued operation
Year ended
31/12/2007
HK$’000
62



(107)
(45)
385
340

340
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
543
(62)
74
(5)
(910)
(360)
1,698
1,338

1,338

The net cash flows incurred by the disposed group are as follows:

Operating activities
Investing activities
Financing activities
Net cash inflow/(outflow)
Year ended
31/12/2007
HK$’000
(1)
50

49
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
(89)


(89)

14. Dividend

The directors of the Company do not recommend the payment of a dividend for the year (period ended 31 December 2006: nil).

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APPENDIX II

15. Earnings/(Loss) Per Share

Basic earnings/(loss) per share is calculated by dividing the net profit/(loss) attributable to shareholders by the weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue during the year/period.

For continuing and discontinued operations Profit/(loss)
attributable to shareholders
For continuing operations Loss attributable to shareholders
Weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue during
the year/period
Year ended
31/12/2007
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
(92,240)
1,148
(92,580)
(190)
Number of shares
1,061,242,585
361,577,386

Diluted earnings/(loss) per share is not presented as the convertible notes and share options had anti-dilutive effects on the basic earnings/(loss) per share.

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APPENDIX II

16. Property, Plant and Equipment

Group

Leasehold
improvements
HK$’000
Cost:
At 1 April 2006

Acquired on acquisition of
a subsidiary
3,805
Additions
52
At 31 December 2006 and
1 January 2007
3,857
Additions
6,298
Disposals
(1,493)
At 31 December 2007
8,662
Accumulated depreciation:
At 1 April 2006

Acquired on acquisition of
a subsidiary
2,050
Charge for the period
347
At 31 December 2006 and
1 January 2007
2,397
Charge for the year
2,469
Disposals
(992)
At 31 December 2007
3,874
Net book value:
At 31 December 2007
4,788
At 31 December 2006
1,460
Furniture
and
equipment
HK$’000

544
73
617
951

1,568

353
62
415
198

613
955
202
Motor
vehicles
HK$’000


1,616
1,616


1,616


323
323
324

647
969
1,293
Total
HK$’000

4,349
1,741
6,090
7,249
(1,493)
11,846

2,403
732
3,135
2,991
(992)
5,134
6,712
2,955

The net book value of the Group’s property, plant and equipment held under finance leases included in the total amount of motor vehicles at 31 December 2007, approximately amounted to HK$969,000 (2006: HK$1,293,000).

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APPENDIX II

17. Goodwill

Group

The amounts of the goodwill capitalised by the Group as an asset and recognised in the consolidated balance sheet, arising from the acquisition of a subsidiary, are as follows:

At 1 April 2006
Arising from acquisition of a subsidiary
Impairment during the period
At 31 December 2006 and 1 January 2007
Impairment during the year
At 31 December 2007
HK$’000

75,552
75,552
(75,552)

Impairment test for cash-generating units containing goodwill and intangible assets (note 18).

Goodwill acquired has been allocated to the cash generating unit (“CGU”) of Golife (Hong Kong) Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company.

The Group tests goodwill annually for impairment, or more frequently if there are indications that goodwill might be impaired.

The recoverable amounts of the CGUs are determined based on value-in-use calculations. These calculations use cash flow projections based on financial budgets approved by management covering a period of five years. Cash flows beyond the five-year period are extrapolated using the estimated rates stated below. The growth rates do not exceed the respective long-term average growth rates for the businesses in which the CGUs operate.

Key assumptions used for value-in-use calculations:

2007
Gross profit margin 61.5%
Growth rate 5.0%
Discount rate 10.8%

Management determined the budgeted gross profit margin based on past performance and its expectation for market development. The discount rates used are pre-tax and reflect specific risks relating to the relevant the CGU.

The recoverable amounts of the CGU are lower than their carrying amounts based on value-in-use calculations.

Accordingly, the goodwill was fully impaired during the year. Impairment loss of approximately HK$75,552,000 (period ended 31 December 2006: nil) is recognised in the consolidated income statement.

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APPENDIX II

18. Intangible Assets

Group

Cost:
At 1 April 2006
Arising from acquisition of a subsidiary
At 31 December 2006, 1 January 2007 and 31 December 2007
Accumulated amortisation and impairment:
At 1 April 2006
Amortised for the period
At 31 December 2006 and 1 January 2007
Amortised for the year
Impairment for the year
At 31 December 2007
Net book value:
At 31 December 2007
At 31 December 2006
Franchise
rights
HK$’000

5,000
5,000

280
280
673
4,047
5,000
4,720

Intangible assets acquired has been allocated to the cash generating unit (“CGU”) of Golife (Hong Kong) Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company. The Group tests intangible assets annually for impairment, or more frequently if there are indications that goodwill might be impaired.

Accordingly, the intangible assets were fully impaired during the year. Impairment less of approximately HK$4,047,000 (period ended 31 December 2006: nil) is recognised in the consolidated income statement. Further details of the impairment test are also set out in note 17.

19. Interests in Subsidiaries

Unlisted shares, at cost
Impairment in value
Amounts due from subsidiaries
Amounts due to subsidiaries
Impairment in value
Company
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
81,181
81,180
(81,180)

1
81,180
17,853
102,193
(3,107)
(3,915)
(4,500)
(102,193)
10,246
(3,915)
10,247
77,265

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APPENDIX II

The amounts due from/(to) subsidiaries are unsecured, interest-free and have no fixed terms of repayment. The carrying amounts of the amounts due from/(to) subsidiaries approximate their fair values.

Particulars of the subsidiaries of the Company as at 31 December 2007 are as follows:

Issued and
fully paid Attributable equity
Place of up capital/ interest held
incorporation/ registered by the Company Principal
Name registration capital Directly Indirectly activities
Golife (Hong Kong) Limited Hong Kong HK$500,000 100% Distribution
of high-end
apparel and
accessories
Golife (Trading) Limited Hong Kong HK$300,000 100% Distribution
of high-end
jewellery and
accessories
Golife (Management) Limited Hong Kong HK$10,000 100% Dormant
(Formerly known as
On Winner Enterprises
Limited)
GOL (International) Limited British Virgin US$1 100% Dormant
Islands
Peak Choice Limited British Virgin US$1 100% Investment in
Islands securities
Sunfame Limited British Virgin US$100 100% Dormant
Islands
Profit First Investments British Virgin US$1 100% Investment
Limited Islands holding
Better Point Limited British Virgin US$1 100% Investment
Islands holding
CR Hong Kong (Trading) Hong Kong HK$1 100% Dormant
Limited

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APPENDIX II

20. Interests in Jointly Controlled Entities

Unlisted shares, at cost
Share of post acquisition loss
Amounts due from jointly controlled entities
Amount due to a jointly controlled entity
Group
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
4

(4)



562

(675)

(113)
Group
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
4

(4)



562

(675)

(113)


The share of post acquisition loss is limited to the cost of investments. The unrecognized share of post acquisition loss for the year is amounted to approximately HK$725,000.

The amounts due from/(to) the jointly controlled entities are unsecured, interest-free and have no fixed terms of repayment. The carrying amounts of the amounts due from/(to) the jointly controlled entities approximate to their fair value.

Particulars of the jointly controlled entities as at 31 December 2007 are as follows:

Place of Percentage of
incorporation/ Ownership Voting Profit Principal
Name registration interest power sharing activities
LOC Limited British Virgin 50 50 50 Investment holding
Islands
Life of Circle Limited Hong Kong 50 50 50 Wholesales of high-end
jewellery and accessories
CR Hong Kong Limited Hong Kong 50 50 50 Dormant

All of the above investments in jointly controlled entities are indirectly held by the Company.

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APPENDIX II

The following table illustrates the summarized financial information of the Group’s jointly controlled entities:

The jointly controlled entities’ assets and liabilities:
Current assets
Non-current assets
Current liabilities
Non-current liabilities
Net liabilities
Group’s share of net assets of jointly controlled entities
The jointly controlled entities’ results:
Turnover
Cost of sales
Gross profit
Total expenses
Tax
Loss after tax
Group’s share of loss of jointly controlled entities for the year
Unrecognized and accumulated unrecognized share of
loss of jointly controlled entities
2007
HK$’000
1,400
12
(2,862)

(1,450)

3,606
(2,511)
1,095
(2,553)

(1,458)
(4)
(725)
2006
HK$’000







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APPENDIX II

21. Investment in an Associate

Share of net assets
Impairment
Group
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000

4

(4)

The investment in an associate was disposed during the year.

22. Inventories

Group
2007 2006
HK$’000 HK$’000
Merchandise 8,992 2,643

At 31 December 2007, no inventories were carried at net realisable value (2006: Nil).

23. Trade Receivables

An aged analysis of the trade receivables as at the balance sheet date, based on the invoice date and net of provisions, is as follows:

0 — 30 days
31 — 60 days
61 — 90 days
Over 90 days
_Less:_impairment
Group
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
2,430
1,710
1,503
499
24

728

4,685
2,209
(490)

4,195
2,209
Group
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
2,430
1,710
1,503
499
24

728

4,685
2,209
(490)

4,195
2,209
2,209
2,209

24. Financial Assets at Fair Value Through Profit or Loss

Equity investments listed in Hong Kong, at fair value
Derivative financial assets, at fair value
Group
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
238
1,493
728
4,697
966
6,190
Group
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
238
1,493
728
4,697
966
6,190
6,190

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON GC GROUP

APPENDIX II

At 31 December 2007, the carrying amount of the Group’s financial assets at fair value through profit or loss amounted to approximately HK$728,000 was pledged as security for the Group’s bank loans amounted to approximately HK$787,000 (2006: nil), as further detailed in note 27 to the financial statements.

The above equity investments were, upon initial recognition, designated by the Group as financial assets at fair value through profit or loss.

25. Derivative Financial Instruments

Group
2007 2006
Assets Liabilities Assets Liabilities
HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000
Foreign currency
contracts 840 459 92

The carrying amount of forward currency contracts are the same as their fair values.

The Group has eight forward currency contracts outstanding at 31 December 2007 (2006: two) to manage its exchange rate exposures which did not meet the criteria for hedge accounting. Changes in the fair value of non-hedging currency derivatives amounting to approximately HK$381,000 was credited to the income statement during the year (period ended 31 December 2006: approximately HK$92,000).

26. Trade and Bills Payables

An aged analysis of the trade and bills payables as at the balance sheet date, based on the invoice date, is as follows:

0 — 30 days
31 — 60 days
61 — 90 days
Over 90 days
Group
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
1,707
2,433
178
367
13
16
695
300
2,593
3,116
Group
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
1,707
2,433
178
367
13
16
695
300
2,593
3,116
3,116

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APPENDIX II

27. Interest-bearing Bank and Other Borrowings

2007
Maturity
or
interest
reprice
Effective
date,
interest
whichever
rate(%)
is earlier
Current
Finance lease payables
note 28
3.35%
2008
Bank overdrafts —
best lending
on demand
secured
rate
Bank loans — secured
5.81% or prime
2008
rate +2%
Trust receipt loans —
best lending
2008
secured
rate
Non-current
Finance lease payables
3.35%
2009 – 2011
note 28
Bank loans — secured
prime
2009 – 2010
rate +2%
Group
2006
Maturity
or
interest
reprice
Effective
date,
interest
whichever
HK$’000
rate(%)
is earlier
395
3.35%
2007
807
best lending
on demand
rate + 1%
5,021
prime
2007
rate +2%
7,340
best lending
2007
rate
13,563
643
3.25%
2008 – 2011
162
prime
2008 – 2009
rate + 2%
805
14,368
HK$’000
395
2,471
6,831
2,763
12,460
1,038
1,747
2,785
15,245

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON GC GROUP

APPENDIX II

Analysed into:
Bank loans and overdrafts repayable:
Within one year or on demand
In the second year
In the third to fifth years, inclusive
Other borrowings payable:
Within one year or on demand
In the second year
In the third to fifth years, inclusive
Group
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
13,168
12,065
162
1,584

163
13,330
13,812
395
395
395
395
248
643
1,038
1,433
14,368
15,245
Group
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
13,168
12,065
162
1,584

163
13,330
13,812
395
395
395
395
248
643
1,038
1,433
14,368
15,245
13,812
395
395
643
1,433
15,245

The Group’s banking facilities are secured by:

  • (i) the pledge of certain of the Group’s fixed deposits amounted to approximately HK$5,949,000;

  • (ii) the pledge of certain of the Group’s financial assets at fair value through profit or loss with carrying amount of approximately HK$728,000;

  • (iii) corporate guarantee provided by the Company; and

  • (iv) personal guarantees provided by directors of a subsidiary of the Group.

28. Finance Lease Payables

The Group leases its motor vehicles for its business. The leases are classified as finance leases and have remaining lease terms ranging from three to four years.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON GC GROUP

At the balance sheet date, the total future minimum lease payments under finance lease and the present value, were as follows:

Group
Present value
of minimum
Minimum lease
Minimum lease
lease
payments
payments
payments
2007
2006
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
Amount payable:
Within one year
447
447
395
In the second year
447
447
395
In the third year
to fifth years,
inclusive
280
727
248
Total minimum
finance lease
payments
1,174
1,621
1,038
Future finance charges
(136)
(188)
Total net finance lease
payables
1,038
1,433
Portion classified as
current liabilities —
note 27
(395)
(395)
Long term portion —
note 27
643
1,038
Present value
of minimum
lease
payments
2006
HK$’000
395
395
643
1,433

29. Convertible Notes

On 31 July 2006, the Company issued interest-free convertible notes with a nominal value of HK$61.52 million to an independent noteholder. The noteholder has the right to convert the whole or any part of the principal amount of the convertible note into shares at any time and from time to time after six months from the date of issue of the convertible notes up to the date immediately prior to the maturity date.

The fair value of the liability component and the equity conversion component were determined at issurance of the convertible notes. The fair value of the liability component was calculated using a market interest rate. The residual amount, representing the value of the equity conversion component, has been included in the convertible notes reserve.

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APPENDIX II

The convertible notes recognized in the balance sheets of the Group and the Company are calculated as follows:

Nominal value of convertible notes
issued on 31 July 2006
Equity component
Liability component at the issuance date
Redemption during the period
Interest expenses
Liability component at 31 December 2006
and 1 January 2007
Redemption during the year
Conversion during the year
Interest expenses
Liability component at 31 December 2007
Equity component at the issuance date
Redemption during the period
Equity component at 31 December 2006
and 1 January 2007
Redemption during the year
Conversion during the year
Equity component at 31 December 2007
Group and
Company
HK$’000
61,520
(11,999)
49,521
(2,817)
1,484
48,188
(805)
(48,127)
744
11,999
(683)
11,316
(195)
(11,121)

During the year, the convertible notes of the Company were redeemed and converted into ordinary shares.

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30. Deferred Tax

Group

The movements in deferred tax liabilities and assets during the year/period are as follows:

At 1 April 2006
Charged/(credited) to
consolidated income
statement
At 31 December 2006
and 1 January 2007
Charged/(credited) to
consolidated income
statement
At 31 December 2007
Accelerated
tax depreciation
HK$’000
(7)
1
(6)
(15)
(21)
Tax
losses
HK$’000
7
(1)
6
15
21
Total
HK$’000

For purpose of the balance sheet presentation, the above deferred tax assets and liabilities were offset.

As at 31 December 2007, the Group had estimated unused tax losses of approximately HK$1,937,000 (2006: approximately HK$97,340,000) that are available indefinitely for offsetting against future taxable profits of the companies in which the losses arose. No deferred tax asset was recognized during the year (2006: nil) due to the unpredictability of future profit streams. The unrecognized tax losses may be carried forward indefinitely.

31. Share Capital

Authorised:
10,000,000,000 ordinary shares of HK$0.01 each
Issued and fully paid:
1,247,001,488 (2006: 526,801,488) ordinary share
of HK$0.01 each
2007
HK$’000
100,000
12,470
2006
HK$’000
100,000
5,268

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A summary of the movements of the Company’s issued capital and share premium account is as follows:

Number of
shares in issue
Notes
At 1 April 2006,
ordinary shares of
HK$0.1 each
658,501,863
Capital reorganisation
(i)
(526,801,491)
Open offer, net
(ii)
395,101,116
At 1 January 2007,
ordinary shares of
HK$0.01 each
526,801,488
Conversion of
convertible notes
(iii)
570,200,000
Placing, net
(iv)
150,000,000
At 31 December 2007,
ordinary shares of
HK$0.01 each
1,247,001,488
Issued capital
Shares premium
HK$’000
HK$’000
65,850
34,698
(64,533)

3,951
20,944
5,268
55,642
5,702
53,546
1,500
22,915
12,470
132,103
Total
HK$’000
100,548
(64,533)
24,895
60,910
59,248
24,415
144,573

Notes:

  • (i) Pursuant to the capital reorganization completed on 22 June 2006, 658,501,863 issued shares were consolidated into 131,700,372 shares on the basis of every 5 shares consolidated into 1 share. The nominal value of each issued consolidated share was then reduced from HK$0.1 each to HK$0.01 each by way of a reduction of capital. Accordingly, an amount of HK$64,533,183 from the share capital account was applied towards the elimination of part of the accumulated losses of the Company.

  • (ii) 395,101,116 new ordinary shares of the Company were issued under the Open Offer on 25 July 2006, proceed of approximately HK$23.05 million was being raised as working capital.

  • (iii) During the year, convertible notes with principal amount of HK$57,020,000 were converted into 570,200,000 ordinary shares at a conversion price of HK$0.10 per share.

  • (iv) 150,000,000 new ordinary shares of the Company had been issued at a placing price of HK$0.165 per share on 18 June 2007, proceed of approximately HK$24,415,000 was being raised as working capital.

32. Share Option Scheme

The Company adopted a Share Option Scheme (the “Scheme”) on 6 March 2002. Under the terms of the Scheme, the board of directors of the Company (the “Board”) may, at their discretion, grant options to selected persons to subscribe for shares in the Company as incentives or rewards for their contribution to the Group. The maximum number of shares in respect of which options may be granted under the Scheme may not exceed 30% of the issued share capital of the Company.

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The subscription price will be determined by the Board and will not be less than the highest of (i) the nominal value of the shares on the date of the offer, (ii) the closing price of the shares on the date of grant of the options, and (iii) the average of the closing prices of the shares on the five business days immediately preceding the date of offer of the options. The total number of shares issued and to be issued upon exercise of the options granted to each grantee (including both exercised and outstanding options) in any 12-month period up to the date of grant shall not exceed 1% of the shares in issue at the date of grant. The Scheme is valid and effective for a period of ten years from the listing of the Company’s shares on the GEM on 26 March 2002. Any options granted under the Scheme may be exercised at any time during a period to be notified by the Board to each grantee but may not be exercised after the expiry of ten years from the date of grant of the option. Upon acceptance of the option, the grantee must pay HK$1.00 to the Company by way of consideration for the grant.

On 3 July 2007, the Company granted share options to certain of its directors and employees at a nominal consideration of HK$1.00 for each lot of share option to subscribe for an aggregate of 2,970,000 shares under the Scheme at an exercise price of HK$0.219 per share.

  • (a) Details of share options granted during the year and remain outstanding as at year end
Name and
Exercise
categories
Date
price
of grantees
of grant
Exercise period
per share
HK$
Non-executive directors
Duncan Chiu
3/7/2007
3/7/2007-5/3/2012
0.219
Richard Yen
3/7/2007
3/7/2007-5/3/2012
0.219
Sub-total
Employee
In aggregate
3/7/2007
3/7/2007-5/3/2012
0.219
Total
Number of options
2007
2006
990,000

990,000

1,980,000

990,000

2,970,000
Number of options
2007
2006
990,000

990,000

1,980,000

990,000

2,970,000

(b) The fair value of options granted under the Scheme measured at the date of grant on 3 July 2007 was approximately HK$98,000. The following significant assumptions were used to derive the fair values using the Binomial Option Pricing Model:

Date of grant 3 July 2007
Time to maturity_(year)_ 4.7
Expected volatility_(%)_ 35.0
Risk-free interest rate_(%)_ 4.5
Up movement probability_(%)_ 49.9
Sub-optimal factor 1.5

Taken into consideration of early exercise behavior of the option holders, sub-optimal factor of 1.5 was used. Due to the recent business transformation of the Company, the historical volatility of the Company cannot fully reflect the stock price movement of new business of the Company. The calculation of expected volatility used the historical volatility of two comparable companies with similar business.

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33. Employee Award Plan

The Company’s employee award plan (the “Plan”) was adopted by the Board of Directors on 24 July 2007 for the primary purpose of recruiting and motivating employees and directors to achieve superior performance. The Plan is valid and effective for 10 years commencing 24 July 2007. Under the Plan, the Remuneration Committee of the Company may conditionally grant an award to any directors or employee of the Company and its subsidiaries. Upon vesting of the award, the grantee shall be entitled to cash payment under the award if the vesting price exceeds award price, subject to an overall limit as stated in the award letter.

The amount of award payment shall be determined in accordance with the following formula:

(Vesting Price — Award price) x Award Number

Vesting price means the average closing price of the Company’s shares as stated in the daily quotation sheets issued by the stock exchange for five business days immediately preceding the vesting date.

The following tables set out the movement in the Plan:

Year ended 31 December 2007

Name and
categories of
grantees
Date of grant
Date of expiry
Director
Gouw San Bo,
25 July 2007
31 December 2007
Elizabeth
Lo Mun Lam,
25 July 2007
31 December 2007
Raymond
Richard Yen
25 July 2007
31 December 2007
Sub-total
Employee
In aggregate
25 July 2007
31 December 2007
Total
Award
Award
number
Price
HK$
30,000,000
0.236
5,000,000
0.236
5,000,000
0.236
40,000,000
85,000,000
0.236
125,000,000
Overall
limit of
cash
payment
HK$’000
3,000
500
500
4,000
8,500
12,500
Award
granted
during
the year
HK$



No grantee was entitled to any payment under the award during the year.

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34. Reserves

The amounts of the Group’s reserves and the movements therein for the current year and prior period are presented in the consolidated statement of changes in equity on page 34 of the financial statements.

Company

At 1 April 2006
Capital reorganization
Issue of shares on
open offer
Share issuance costs
Net loss for the period
At 31 December 2006
and 1 January 2007
Conversion of
convertible notes
Placing of new shares
note 31
Cost of placing of new
shares
Recognition of
equity-settled
share-based
payments —note 32
Net loss for the year
At 31 December 2007
Share
premium
HK$’000
34,698

21,730
(786)

55,642
53,546
23,250
(335)


132,103
Share-based
payments
reserve
HK$’000









98

98
Accumulated
losses
HK$’000
(100,855)
64,533


(7,511)
(43,833)




(89,146)
(132,979)
Total
HK$’000
(66,157)
64,533
21,730
(786)
(7,511)
11,809
53,546
23,250
(335)
98
(89,146)
(778)

Note: The share premium account of the Company is the premium from the shares issued. Under the Companies Law of the Cayman Islands, the share premium is distributable to the shareholders of the Company, provided that immediately following the date on which the dividend is proposed to be distributed, the Company will be in a position to pay off its debts as and when fall due in the ordinary course of business.

At 31 December 2007, in the opinion of the directors, there is no Company’s reserves available for distributions to shareholders (2006: HK$11,809,000).

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35. Disposal of Subsidiaries

Period from
Year ended 1/4/2006 to
31/12/2007 31/12/2006
HK$’000 HK$’000
Net liabilities disposal of:
Amounts due to group companies (100,521) (3,193)
Accrued liabilities (335)
(100,856) (3,193)
Realisation of reserves 15
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries 385 1,698
A mounts waived by group companies 100,521 1,480
50
Satisfied by:
Cash 50
An analysis of the net inflow of cash and cash equivalents in respect of the disposal of the
subsidiaries is as follows:
Period from
Year ended 1/4/2006 to
31/12/2007 31/12/2006
HK$’000 HK$’000
Cash consideration 50
Cash and bank balances disposed of
Net inflow of cash and cash equivalents
in respect of the disposal of a subsidiary 50

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36. Related Party Transactions

  • (a) In addition to the transactions and balances detailed elsewhere in these financial statements, the Group and the Company had the following material transactions with related parties during the year/period:
Notes
Management fee charged by
a related company
(i)
Sales to a jointly controlled entity
(ii)
Purchases from a jointly
controlled entity
(iii)
Management fee income charged
to a jointly controlled entity
(iv)
Subsidy received from a jointly
controlled entity and deducted
the cost of leasehold
improvements
(v)
Management fee income charged
to subsidiaries
(vi)
Group
Period from
Year ended
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2007
31/12/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
984
495
11

3,446

340

100

Company
780

Notes:

  • (i) Management fee was charged at a rate mutually agreed between the Group and the related company in which certain directors of the Company’s subsidiary have beneficial interests, by reference to sharing of office premises and supplies, and manpower in provision of administrative services to the Group.

  • (ii) Sales to a jointly controlled entity were carried out at cost.

  • (iii) Purchases from a jointly controlled entity were carried out in accordance with the negotiated prices with reference to market price.

  • (iv) Management fee income was charged at a rate mutually agreed between the Group and a jointly controlled entity and based on the cost of the administrative services provided by the Group.

  • (v) Subsidy received from a jointly controlled entity was based on a pre-agreed fixed amount.

  • (vi) Management fee income was charged by the Company based on the cost of manpower in provision of human resource services to the subsidiaries.

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  • (b) On 15 August 2007, Better Point Limited (“Better Point”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, entered into an agreement with Austen Limited (“Austen”) in which Mr. Richard Yen, a director of the Company, has interest, to establish CR Hong Kong Limited (“CR Hong Kong”) which will principally engage in the holding of licensing rights including without limitation the investment in design, manufacturing and distribution of fashion and life style product of the brand called Cynthia Rowley.

  • (c) The Group’s related company has guaranteed the trust receipt loans and bank overdrafts made to the Group’s subsidiary up to HK$4,000,000 and HK$1,000,000 respectively at nil consideration. At the balance sheet date, such guarantee has been released by the related company.

37. Contingent Liabilities

At the balance sheet date, the Company has given unlimited corporate guarantees (2006: unlimited) to banks to secure the banking facilities granted to its subsidiaries. Facilities amounting to HK$12,490,038 (2006: HK$5,429,000) were utilized at the balance sheet date.

38. Operating Lease Arrangements

The Group leases certain retail shops and office premises under operating lease arrangements. Leases for retail shops and office premises are negotiated for terms ranging from 1 to 3 years. At the balance sheet date, the Group had total future minimum lease payments under non-cancelable operating leases falling due as follows:

Within one year
In the second to fifth years, inclusive
2007
HK$’000
14,783
13,581
28,364
2006
HK$’000
6,301
4,618
10,919

The operating lease rentals of certain retail shops in Hong Kong are based on the higher of a fixed rental or contingent rent based on sales of the retail shops pursuant to the terms and conditions as set out in the respective rental agreements. As the future sales of these retail shops could not be accurately determined, the relevant contingent rents have not been included above and only the minimum lease commitments have been included in the above table.

The operating lease rentals of certain retail shops in Taiwan are based solely on the sales of the outlets. In the opinion of the directors of the Group, as the future sales of the retail outlets could not be accurately estimated, the relevant rental commitments have not been included above table.

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39. Commitments

In addition to the operating lease commitments detailed in note 38 above, the Group and the Company had the following commitments at the balance sheet date:

(a) Commitments under license agreements in respect of several brand name products:

Minimum purchases:
Within one year
In the second to fifth years, inclusive
Beyond five years
(b)
Capital commitments
Contracted, but not provided for:
Acquisition of a subsidiary_(note i)_
Legal and professional fee related to the
acquisition
Group
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
26,451
19,072
92,017
86,151

6,649
118,468
111,872
Company
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
89,086

981

90,067
Group
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
26,451
19,072
92,017
86,151

6,649
118,468
111,872
Company
2007
2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
89,086

981

90,067

Note (i): On 8 November 2007, the Company entered into an acquisition agreement in relation to the acquisition of 96.57% of the issued shares in Financière Solola and EUR1,400,000 convertible bonds issued by Financière Solola for an initial consideration of EUR7,717,766 and an Earn Out payment with a maximum amount of EUR2,894,162 which is subject to the audited consolidated EBITDA of the Financière Solola Group for the year ending 31 December 2008 based on the French GAAP. The above amount only represents the initial consideration of EUR7,717,766, which is equivalent to approximately HK$89,086,000.

In addition, the Company agreed that if the acquisition is not completed on or before a final cut-off date which defined in the acquisition agreement, the Company shall pay to the sellers, a break-up fee of EUR1,000,000 on or before 7 May 2008 or, the date falling 5 days after final cut-off date, provided that no such break up fee shall be payable in the event of fraud, negligence or willful default on the part of the sellers or where the sellers fail to comply with any of their material obligations with the acquisition agreement.

The transaction is yet to be approved by the shareholders.

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  • (c) Pursuant to a shareholders agreement dated 21 February 2007 and a supplemental agreement dated 23 February 2007 entered into between Profit First Investments Limited (“Profit First”), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, and Zion Worldwide Limited (“Zion Worldwide”), a venturer of jointly controlled entity namely LOC Limited (“LOC”), Profit First has agreed to pay an earn-out payment to Zion Worldwide. The earn-out payment is based on the consolidated and audited net profit of LOC during the period from 1 March 2007 to 31 December 2010 with a minimum payment of HK$3,000,000 but in any event not exceeding HK$7,500,000. At 31 December 2007, the commitment on the earn-out payment is with minimum of HK$2,348,000.

  • (d) Pursuant to a shareholders agreement dated 15 August 2007 entered into between Better Point Limited (“Better Point”), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, and Austen Limited (“Austen”), a venturer of jointly controlled entity namely CR Hong Kong Limited (“CR Hong Kong”), Better Point and Austen have agreed to inject capital by equity and by way of shareholders’ loans to CR Hong Kong in equal share in the total sum of HK$12,000,000. The proportion of the equity and shareholders’ loans shall be agreed between Better Point and Austen. At 31 December 2007, Better Point has the outstanding commitment of HK$5,532,000 for the capital inject into CR Hong Kong.

40. Post Balance Sheet Events

The following events have occurred subsequent to 31 December 2007:

  • (a) On 4 February 2008, the Board announced that the Company proposes to raise funds ranging from approximately HK$56.86 million to approximately HK$57.00 million, before expenses, by way of the Rights Issue of not less than 997,601,190 Rights Shares and not more than 999,977,190 Rights Shares at the Subscription Price of HK$0.057 per Rights Share. The basis of the Rights Issue is four Rights Shares for every five existing ordinary shares of the Company held on 12 March 2008. Further details of the transaction are also set out in a prospectus, circular and an announcement of the Company dated 14 March 2008, 25 February 2008 and 4 February 2008, respectively.

  • (b) On 18 February 2008, Better Point Limited (“Better Point”), a directly wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, entered into a sale and purchase agreement with Austen Limited to purchase its entire interests in CR Hong Kong Limited (“CR Hong Kong”) which is a jointly controlled entity of Better Point. Upon the completion of the acquisition, CR Hong Kong becomes an indirectly wholly owned subsidiary of the Company.

  • (c) On 18 February 2008, the Company entered into a subscription agreement (as amended by a supplemental agreement dated 7 March 2008) with Chung Chiu Limited (“Chung Chiu”) whereby Chung Chiu agreed to subscribe for the convertible bonds in the principal amount of HK$40,000,000 to be issued by the Company for a term of 3 years with a coupon rate of 2% per annum. Further details of the transaction are also set out in a circular and an announcement of the Company dated 12 March 2008 and 20 February 2008, respectively.

41. Financial Risk Management Objectives and Policies

The Group’s principal financial liabilities, other than derivatives, comprise interest-bearing bank loans, finance leases, and trade and bill payables. The main purpose of these financial instruments is to raise finance for the Group’s operations. The Group has various financial assets such as trade receivables as well as deposits, prepayments and other receivables, which arise directly from its operations.

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The Group also enters into derivative transactions, primarily forward currency contracts. The purpose is to manage currency risks arising from the Group’s operations.

The main risks arising from the Group’s financial instruments are interest rate risk, foreign currency risk, liquidity risk and credit risk. The board of directors reviews and agrees policies for managing each of the risks which are summarized below. The Group’s accounting policies in relation to derivatives are set out in note 4 to the financial statements.

Interest rate risk

The Group’s exposure to the risk of changes in market interest rates relates primarily to its bank borrowings with a floating interest rate. The Group does not use derivative financial instruments to hedge its interest rate risk.

The following table demonstrates the sensitivity to a reasonably possible change in interest rates, with all other variables held constant, of the Group’s loss before tax (through the impact on floating rate borrowings).

Increase/ Increase/ Increase/
(decrease) in (decrease) in (decrease) in
basis points loss before tax equity
HK$’000 HK$’000
2007
Hong Kong dollar 50 67 (67)
Hong Kong dollar (50) (67) 67
2006
Hong Kong dollar 50 69 (69)
Hong Kong dollar (50) (69) 69

Foreign currency risk

The Group has transactional currency exposures. Such exposures arise from purchases by operating units in currencies other than the units’ functional currency. Approximately 87% (period ended 31 December 2006: 100%) of the Group’s purchases are denominated in currencies other than the functional currency of the operating units. The Group manages the foreign exchange exposure arising from its normal course of business activities through forward currency contracts. The management monitors foreign exchange exposure closely and will consider hedging significant foreign currency exposure should the need arise.

As at the balance sheet date, all balances in foreign currencies other than the functional currency of the operating units have been substantially hedged by foreign exchange forward contracts. Thus, no sensitivity analysis on the foreign currency risk is presented.

Liquidity risk

The Company monitors its risk to a shortage of funds using a recurring liquidity planning tool. This tool considers the maturity of both its financial investments and financial assets (e.g., trade receivables) and projected cash flows from operations.

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The Company’s objective is to maintain a balance between continuity of funding and flexibility through the use of bank overdrafts, bank loans, finance leases and other interest-bearing loans.

The maturity profile of the Group’s financial liabilities as at the balance sheet date, based on the contracted undiscounted payments, was as follows:

31 December 2007
Interest-bearing loans
and borrowings
Trade and bills
payables
Other payables
and accruals
31 December 2006
Interest-bearing loans
and borrowings
Trade and bills
payables
Other payables
and accruals
On
demand
HK$’000
806


806
On
demand
HK$’000
2,471


2,471
Less than
3 months
HK$’000
9,361
2,593
15,114
27,068
Less than
3 months
HK$’000
4,867
3,116
3,212
11,195
3 to 12
months
HK$’000
3,396


3,396
3 to 12
months
HK$’000
5,122


5,122
1 to 5
years
HK$’000
805


805
1 to 5
years
HK$’000
2,785


2,785
Total
HK$’000
14,368
2,593
15,114
32,075
Total
HK$’000
15,245
3,116
3,212
21,573

Credit risk

The Group has no significant concentration of credit risk. The Group deals mainly with retail customers who pay with cash and credit cards. The Group’s trade receivables mainly represented by receivables from banks in respect of sales settled by customers through credit cards in Hong Kong and shopping malls that collected sales proceeds in Taiwan on behalf of the Group.

Further quantitative data in respect of the Group’s exposure to credit risk arising from trade receivables are disclosed in note 23 to the financial statements.

42. Capital Management

The primary objective of the Group’s capital management is to safeguard the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern and to maintain healthy capital ratios in order to support its business and maximize shareholder value.

The Group manages its capital structure and makes adjustments to it in the light of changes in economic conditions and the risk characteristics of the underlying assets. To maintain or adjust the capital structure, the Group may adjust the dividend payment to shareholders, return capital

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to shareholders, issue net shares, or sell assets to reduce debt. No changes were made in the objectives, policies or processes during the year ended 31 December 2007 and the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006.

The Group monitors capital using a gearing ratio, which is borrowings divided by the total of borrowings and equity. Borrowings includes interest-bearing borrowings and convertible notes. Equity includes total equity less equity components of convertible notes. The gearing ratios as at the balance sheet dates were as follows:

Borrowings:
Interest-bearing bank and other borrowings
Convertible notes — equity and liability
components
Equity:
Total equity
Convertible notes — equity components
Borrowings and equity
Gearing ratio
2007
HK$’000
14,368

14,368
11,753

11,753
26,121
55%
2006
HK$’000
15,245
59,504
74,749
31,548
(11,316)
20,232
94,981
79%

43. Comparative

The comparative amounts shown for the consolidated income statement, consolidated statement of changes in equity, consolidated cash flow statement and related notes cover the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006 and therefore may not be comparable with amounts shown for the current year.

Certain comparatives are reclassified during the year to conform current year’s presentation.

44. Approval of the Financial Statements

The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the board of directors on 20 March 2008.

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2. AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Set out below are the independent auditor’s report and audited financial statements together with the relevant notes thereto as extracted from the annual report of Golife for the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006. For avoidance of doubt, capitalised terms used in the extract below shall have the meaning as ascribed to them in the annual report of Golife for period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006.

Independent Auditor’s Report

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Room A,15th Floor Fortis Bank Tower 77-79 Gloucester Road Wanchai Hong Kong

To the members of

GOLIFE CONCEPTS HOLDINGS LIMITED

(formerly known as “Satellite Devices Corporation”) (incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability)

We have audited the consolidated financial statements of Golife Concepts Holdings Limited (the “Company”) set out on pages 26 to 77, which comprise the consolidated and Company balance sheets as at 31 December 2006, and the consolidated income statement, the consolidated statement of changes in equity and the consolidated cash flow statement for the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006, and a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory notes.

Directors’ responsibility for the financial statements

The directors of the Company are responsible for the preparation and the true and fair presentation of these financial statements in accordance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards issued by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the disclosure requirements of the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance. This responsibility includes designing, implementing and maintaining internal control relevant to the preparation and the true and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error; selecting and applying appropriate accounting policies; and making accounting estimates that are reasonable in the circumstances.

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Auditor’s responsibility

Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit. This report is made solely to you, as a body, and for no other purpose. We do not assume responsibility towards or accept liability to any other person for the contents of this report. We conducted our audit in accordance with Hong Kong Standards on Auditing issued by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Those standards require that we comply with ethical requirements and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance as to whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement.

An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor’s judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity’s preparation and true and fair presentation of the financial statements in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the directors, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements.

We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.

Opinion

In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company and of the Group as at 31 December 2006 and of the Group’s profit and cash flows for the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006 in accordance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards and have been properly prepared in accordance with the disclosure requirements of the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance.

Cheung & Siu

Certified Public Accountants (Practising) Hong Kong, 28 March 2007

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Consolidated Income Statement

Period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006

Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
Notes
HK$’000
Turnover
7
18,885
Cost of sales
(7,385)
Gross profit
11,500
Other revenue and gains
7
5,357
Selling and distribution costs
(994)
Administrative expenses
(12,240)
Finance costs
8
(1,799)
PROFIT/(LOSS) BEFORE TAX
9
1,824
Tax
11
(676)
PROFIT/(LOSS) ATTRIBUTABLE
TO SHAREHOLDERS
12
1,148
Dividend
13

Earnings/(loss) per share
14
— basic_(cents)
0.32
— diluted
(cents)_
N/A
Year ended
31/3/2006
HK$’000
1,359
(520)
839
3,130

(21,695)

(17,726)

(17,726)

(14.49)
N/A

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APPENDIX II

Consolidated Balance Sheet

31 December 2006

Notes
NON-CURRENT ASSETS
Property, plant and equipment
15
Goodwill
16
Intangible assets
17
Investments in associates
19
Total non-current assets
CURRENT ASSETS
Inventories
20
Trade receivables
21
Deposits, prepayments and other receivables
Financial assets at fair value through
profit or loss
22
Derivative financial instruments
23
Cash and bank balances
Total current assets
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Trade and bills payables
24
Other payables and accruals
Interest-bearing bank and other borrowings
25
Tax payable
Total current liabilities
Net current liabilities
Total assets less current liabilities
31/12/2006
HK$’000
2,955
75,552
4,720

83,227
2,643
2,209
4,598
6,190
92
3,426
19,158
3,116
3,212
12,460
1,076
19,864
(706)
82,521
31/3/2006
HK$’000



4
4

328
10


112
450

1,505


1,505
(1,055)
(1,051)

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Notes
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES
Interest-bearing bank and other borrowings
25
Convertible notes
27
Total non-current liabilities
Net assets/(liabilities)
EQUITY
Issued capital
29
Equity component of convertible notes
27
Reserves
Total equity
31/12/2006
HK$’000
2,785
48,188
50,973
31,548
5,268
11,316
14,964
31,548
31/3/2006
HK$’000
4,775

4,775
(5,826)
65,850

(71,676)
(5,826)

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Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity

Period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006

At 1 April 2005
Issue of shares upon loan
capitalisation
Net loss for the year
At 31 March 2006 and 1 April 2006
Capital reorganisation —note 29
Issue of shares on open offer
Share issuance costs
Issue of convertible notes —note 27
Redemption of convertible notes
Reserve realized upon disposal of
subsidiaries
Net profit for the period
At 31 December 2006
Issued
capital
HK$’000
59,092
6,758

65,850
(64,533)
3,951





5,268
Share
premium
Equity
component of
convertible
notes
HK$’000
HK$’000
34,698





34,698



21,730

(786)


11,999

(683)




55,642
11,316
Exchange
reserve
Accumulated
losses
HK$’000
HK$’000
(15)
(88,633)



(17,726)
(15)
(106,359)

64,533








15


1,148

(40,678)
Total
HK$’000
5,142
6,758
(17,726)
(5,826)

25,681
(786)
11,999
(683)
15
1,148
31,548

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Consolidated Cash Flow Statement

Period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006

Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Profit/(loss) before tax
1,824
Adjustments for:
Finance costs
1,799
Interest income
(9)
Depreciation
732
Provision for impairment on investment in an associate
4
Amortisation of intangible assets
280
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries
(1,698)
Waiver of other loan
(1,000)
Fair value gain on financial assets at fair value through
profit or loss
(2,014)
Fair value gain on derivative financial instruments
(92)
Write-off of property, plant and equipment

Reversal of write-down of inventories

Reversal of provision for doubtful debts
(3)
Operating cash flow before movements in working capital
(177)
Decrease in inventories
2,837
Decrease/(increase) in trade receivables
(409)
Decrease in deposits, prepayments and other receivables
5,677
Increase in financial assets at fair value through
profit or loss
(4,176)
Increase in trade and bill payables
1,342
Decrease in other payables and accruals
(400)
Increase in amount due to a fellow subsidiary

Increase in amount due to a director

Cash generated from operations
4,694
Interest received
9
Hong Kong profits tax paid
(2,718)
Overseas tax paid
(47)
NET CASH FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
1,938
Year ended
31/3/2006
HK$’000
(17,726)


11,194






5,827
(176)
(2,537)
(3,418)
512
2,380
177


(961)
667
650
7



7

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APPENDIX II

Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Acquisition of a subsidiary
(21,362)
Purchases of items of property, plant and equipment
(125)
NET CASH USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES
(21,487)
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Interest paid
(315)
Proceeds from open offer
24,895
Redemption of convertible notes
(3,500)
Repayment of other loan
(3,775)
New bank loans
7,300
Repayment of bank loans
(873)
Decrease in trust receipt loans
(3,157)
Repayments of capital element of finance leases
(183)
NET CASH FROM/(USED IN) FINANCING
ACTIVITIES
20,392
NET INCREASE/(DECREASE) IN CASH AND
CASH EQUIVALENTS
843
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period/year
112
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF
PERIOD/YEAR
955
ANALYSIS OF BALANCES OF CASH AND
CASH EQUIVALENTS
Cash and bank balances
3,426
Bank overdrafts
(2,471)
955
Year ended
31/3/2006
HK$’000

(9)
(9)







(8)
(8)
(10)
122
112
112

112

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APPENDIX II

Balance Sheet

31 December 2006

Notes
NON-CURRENT ASSETS
Investments in subsidiaries
18
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash and bank balances
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Other payables and accruals
Due to a subsidiary
18
Total current liabilities
Net current liabilities
Total assets less current liabilities
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES
Convertible notes
27
Net assets/(liabilities)
EQUITY
Issued capital
29
Equity components of convertible notes
27
Reserves
31
Total equity
31/12/2006
HK$’000
81,180
1
685
3,915
4,600
(4,599)
76,581
48,188
28,393
5,268
11,316
11,809
28,393
31/3/2006
HK$’000

22
329

329
(307)
(307)

(307)
65,850

(66,157)
(307)

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APPENDIX II

Notes to the Financial Statements

31 December 2006

1. General information

Golife Concepts Holdings Limited (the “Company”) was incorporated as an exempted company with limited liability in the Cayman Islands on 11 June 2001 under the Companies Law, Cap 22 (Law 3 of 1961, as consolidated and revised) of the Cayman Islands. The Company’s shares have been listed on the Growth Enterprise Market (the “GEM”) of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “Stock Exchange”) since 26 March 2002.

The registered office and principal place of business of the Company are located at Cricket Square, Hutchins Drive, P.O. Box 2681, Grand Cayman KY1-1111 Cayman Islands and Suite 14A, 14 Floor, Shun Ho Tower, 24-30 Ice House Street, Central, Hong Kong, respectively.

The Company’s principal activity has not changed during the period and consisted of investment holding. The principal activities of its subsidiaries are design, development and sales of locationbased technology devices and application, and distribution of high-end apparel and accessories.

2. Basis of preparation

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with all applicable Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards (“HKFRSs”) (which also include Hong Kong Accounting Standards (“HKASs”) and Interpretations) issued by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (“HKICPA”), accounting principles generally accepted in Hong Kong and the disclosure requirements of the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance. In addition, the financial statements comply with the applicable disclosure provisions of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the GEM of the Stock Exchange. They have been prepared under the historical cost convention, except for certain financial assets which have been measured at fair value.

3. Impact of new Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards and changes in accounting policies

In the current period, the Group has applied, for the first time, a number of new standards, amendments and interpretations (“new HKFRSs”) issued by the HKICPA, which are either effective for accounting periods beginning on or after 1 December 2005 or 1 January 2006. The adoption of the new HKFRSs had no material effect on how the results for the current or prior accounting periods have been prepared and presented. Accordingly, no prior period adjustment has been required.

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  • 3.1 Impact of issued but not yet effective Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards

The Group has not early applied the following new standards, amendment and interpretations that have been issued but are not yet effective. The directors of the Company anticipate that the application of these standards, amendment or interpretations will have no material impacts on the financial statements of the Group.

HKAS 1 (Amendment) Capital Disclosures1 HKFRS 7 Financial Instruments Disclosures1 HK(IFRIC)-Int 8 Scope of HKFRS 22 HK(IFRIC)-Int 9 Reassessment of Embedded Derivatives3 HK(IFRIC)-Int 10 Interim Financial Reporting and Impairment4 HK(IFRIC)-Int 11 HKFRS 2 — Group and Treasury Share Transactions5 HK(IFRIC)-Int 12 Service Concession Arrangements6

1 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2007

2 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 May 2006

3 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 June 2006

4 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 November 2006

5 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 March 2007

6 Effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2008

4. Summary of significant accounting policies

Basis of presentation

The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis notwithstanding the Group had net current liabilities as at 31 December 2006, the validity of which is dependent upon the success of the Group’s future operations and its ability to generate adequate cash flows in order to meet its obligations as and when they fall due such that the Group can meet its future working capital. Subsequent the balance sheet date, the Group’s operation has generated sufficient cash flows to meet its obligations as and when they fall due. Accordingly, the directors are satisfied that it is appropriate to prepare the financial statements on a going concern basis.

The Group changed its financial year end date from 31 March to 31 December. The financial statements for the current period cover 9 months from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006. The comparative amounts shown for the consolidated income statement, consolidated statement of changes in equity, consolidated cash flow statement and related notes cover the year ended 31 March 2006 and therefore, are not with a comparable time period.

Basis of consolidation

The consolidated financial statements include the financial statements of the Company and its subsidiaries for the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006. The results of subsidiaries are consolidated from the date of acquisition, being the date on which the Group obtained control, and continue to be consolidated until the date that such control ceases. All significant intercompany transactions and balances within the Group are eliminated on consolidation.

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The acquisition of subsidiaries during the period has been accounted for using purchase method of accounting. This method involves allocating the cost of the business combinations to the fair value of the assets acquired, and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed at the date of acquisition. The cost of the acquisition is measured at the aggregate of the fair value of the assets given, equity instruments issued and liabilities incurred or assumed at the date of exchange, plus costs directly attributable to the acquisition.

Minority interests represent the interests of outside shareholders in the results and net assets of the Company’s subsidiaries.

Subsidiaries

A subsidiary is an entity whose financial and operating policies the Company controls, directly or indirectly, so as to obtain benefits from its activities.

The results of subsidiaries are included in the Company’s income statement to the extent of dividends received and receivable. The Company’s investments in subsidiaries are stated at cost less any impairment losses.

Associates

An associate is an entity, not being a subsidiary or a jointly-controlled entity, in which the Group has a long term interest of generally not less than 20% of the equity voting rights and over which it is in a position to exercise significant influence.

The Group’s share of the post-acquisition results and reserves of associates is included in the income statement and reserves, respectively. The Group’s interests in associates are stated in the balance sheet at the Group’s share of net assets under equity method of accounting, less any impairment losses.

The results of associates are included in the Group’s income statement to the extent of dividends received and receivable. The Group’s investments in associates are treated as non-current assets and are stated at cost less any impairment losses.

Goodwill

Goodwill arising on the acquisition of subsidiaries represents the excess of the cost of the business combination over the Group’s interest in the net fair value of the acquirees’ identifiable assets acquired, and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed as at the date of acquisition.

Goodwill arising on acquisition is initially recognised in the consolidated balance sheet as an asset at cost and is subsequently measured at cost less any accumulated impairment losses.

The carrying amount of goodwill is reviewed for impairment annually or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may be impaired.

For the purpose of impairment testing, goodwill acquired in a business combination is, from the acquisition date, allocated to each of the Group’s cash generating units, or groups of cashgenerating units, that are expected to benefit from the synergies of the combination, irrespective of whether other assets or liabilities of the Group are assigned to those units or groups or units. Each unit or group of units to which the goodwill is so allocated:

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  • represents the lowest level within the Group at which the goodwill is monitored for internal management purposes; and

  • is not larger than a segment based on either the Group’s primary or the Group’s secondary reporting format determined in accordance with HKAS 14 “Segment Reporting”.

Impairment is determined by assessing the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit (group of cash-generating units), to which the goodwill relates. Where the recoverable amount of the cashgenerating unit (group of cash-generating units) is less than the carrying amount, an impairment loss is recognised.

Where goodwill forms part of a cash-generating unit (group of cash-generating units) and part of the operation within that unit is disposed of, the goodwill associated with the operation disposed of is included in the carrying amount of the operation when determining the gain or loss on disposal of the operation. Goodwill disposed of in this circumstance is measured based on the relative values of the operation disposed of and the portion of the cash-generating unit retained.

An impairment loss recognized for goodwill is not reversed in a subsequent period.

Impairment of assets

Where an indication of impairment exists, or when annual impairment testing for an asset is required (other than inventories and financial assets), the asset’s recoverable amount is estimated. An asset’s recoverable amount is calculated as the higher of the asset’s or cash-generating unit’s value in use and its fair value less costs to sell, and is determined for an individual asset, unless the asset does not generate cash inflows that are largerly independent of those from other assets or groups of assets, in which case, the recoverable amount is determined for the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.

An impairment loss is recognised only if the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. An impairment loss is charged to the income statement in the period in which it arises, unless the asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which case the impairment loss is accounted for in accordance with the relevant accounting policy for that revalued asset.

An assessment is made at each reporting date as to whether there is any indication that previously recognised impairment losses may no longer exist or may have decreased. If such indication exists, the recoverable amount is estimated. A previously recognised impairment loss of an asset other than goodwill is reversed only if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount of an asset, however not to an amount higher than the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of any depreciation/amortisation), had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset in prior years. A reversal of an impairment loss is credited to the income statement in the period in which it arises, unless the asset is carried at a revalued amount, when the reversal of the impairment loss is accounted for in accordance with the relevant accounting policy for that revalued asset.

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Related parties

A party is considered to be related to the Group if:

  • (a) directly, or indirectly through one or more intermediaries, the party (i) controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with, the Group; (ii) has an interest in the Group that gives it significant influence over the Group; or (iii) has joint control over the Group;

  • (b) the party is an associate;

  • (c) the party is a jointly-controlled entity;

  • (d) the party is a member of the key management personnel of the Group or its parent;

  • (e) the party is a close member of the family of any individual referred to in (a) or (d);

  • (f) the party is an entity that is controlled, jointly controlled or significantly influenced by or for which significant voting power in such entity resides with, directly or indirectly, any individual referred to in (d) or (e); or

  • (g) the party is a post-employment benefit plan for the benefit of employees of the Group, or of any entity that is a related party of the Group.

Property, plant and equipment and depreciation

Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and any impairment losses, except that when an item of property, plant and equipment is classified as held for sale, it is not depreciated and is measured at the lower of carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell. The cost of an item of property, plant and equipment comprises its purchase price and any directly attributable costs of bringing the asset to its working condition and location for its intended use. Cost may also include transfers from equity of any gains/losses on qualifying cash flow hedges of foreign currency purchases of property, plant and equipment.

Expenditure incurred after items of property, plant and equipment have been put into operation, such as repairs and maintenance, is normally charged to the income statement in the period in which it is incurred. In situations where it can be clearly demonstrated that the expenditure has resulted in an increase in the future economic benefits expected to be obtained from the use of an item of property, plant and equipment and the cost of the item can be measured reliably, the expenditure is capitalised as an additional cost of that asset or as a replacement.

Depreciation is calculated on the straight-line basis to write off the cost of each item of property, plant and equipment to its residual value over its estimated useful life. The principal annual rates used for this purpose are as follows:

Leasehold improvements 20%
Furniture, fixtures and office equipment, and computer equipment 20% — 33.3%
Motor vehicles 20 — 25%
Moulds 50%

Where parts of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, the cost or valuation of that item is allocated on a reasonable basis among the parts and each part is depreciated separately.

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Residual values, useful lives and depreciation method are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at each balance sheet date.

An item of property, plant and equipment is derecognised upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected from its use or disposal. Any gain or loss on disposal or retirement recognised in the income statement in the year the asset is derecognised is the difference between the net sales proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset.

Leases

Leases that transfer substantially all the rewards and risks of ownership of assets to the Group, other than legal title, are accounted for as finance leases. At the inception of a finance lease, the cost of the leased asset is capitalized at the present value of the minimum lease payments and recorded together with the obligation, excluding the interest element, to reflect the purchase and financing. Assets held under capitalized finance leases are included in property, plant and equipment and depreciated over the shorter of the lease terms and the estimated useful lives of the assets. The finance costs of such leases are charged to the income statement so as to provide a constant periodic rate of charge over the lease terms.

Assets acquired through hire purchase contracts of a financing nature are accounted for as finance leases, but are depreciated over their estimated useful lives.

Leases where substantially all the rewards and risks of ownership of assets remain with the lessor are accounted for as operating leases. The rentals payable under the operating leases are charged to the income statement on the straight-line basis over the lease terms.

Intangible assets

The useful lives of intangible assets are assessed to be either finite or indefinite. Intangible assets with finite lives are amortised over the useful economic life and assessed for impairment whenever there is an indication that the intangible asset may be impaired. The amortisation period and the amortisation method for an intangible asset with a finite useful life are reviewed at least at each balance sheet date.

Franchise rights

Franchise rights are stated at cost less any impairment losses, and are amortised on the straightline basis over their estimated useful lives of 4 to 10 years.

Investment and other financial assets

Financial assets in the scope of HKAS 39 are classified as either financial assets at fair value through profit or loss, loans and receivables, or available-for-sale financial assets, as appropriate. When financial assets are recognised initially, they are measured at fair value, plus, in the case of investments not at fair value through profit or loss, directly attributable transaction costs. The Group determines the classification of its financial assets after initial recognition and, where allowed and appropriate, re-evaluates this designation at the balance sheet date.

All regular way purchases and sales of financial assets are recognised on the trade date i.e., the date that the Group commits to purchase the asset. Regular way purchases or sales are purchases or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within the period generally established by regulation or convention in the marketplace.

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Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss

Financial assets classified as held for trading are included in the category “financial assets at fair value through profit or loss”. Financial assets are classified as held for trading if they are acquired for the purpose of selling in the near term. Gains or losses on investments held for trading are recognised in the income statement.

Loans and receivables

Loans and receivables are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market. Such assets are carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method. Gains and losses are recognised in the income statement when the loans and receivables are derecognised or impaired, as well as through the amortisation process.

Available-for-sale financial assets

Available-for-sales financial assets are those non-derivative financial assets in listed and unlisted equity securities that are designated as available-for-sale or are not classified in any of the other two categories. After initial recognition available-for-sale financial assets are measured at fair value with gains or losses being recognised as a separate component of equity until the investment is derecognised or until the investment is determined to be impaired at which time the cumulative gain or loss previously reported in equity is included in the income statement.

When the fair value of unlisted equity securities cannot be reliably measured because (a) the variability in the range of reasonable fair value estimates is significant for that investment or (b) the probabilities of the various estimates within the range cannot be reasonably assessed and used in estimating fair value, such securities are stated at cost less any impairment losses.

Fair value

The fair value of investments that are actively traded in organised financial markets is determined by reference to quoted market bid prices at the close of business on the balance sheet date. For investments where there is no active market, fair value is determined using valuation techniques. Such techniques include using recent arm’s length market transactions; reference to the current market value of another instrument, which is substantially the same; a discounted cash flow analysis and option pricing models.

Impairment of financial assets

The Group assesses at each balance sheet date whether there is any objective evidence that a financial asset or group of financial assets is impaired.

Assets carried at amortised cost

If there is objective evidence that an impairment loss on loans and receivables carried at amortised cost has been incurred, the amount of the loss is measured as the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the present value of estimated future cash flows (excluding future credit losses that have not been incurred) discounted at the financial asset’s original effective interest rate (i.e., the effective interest rate computed at initial recognition). The carrying amount of the asset is reduced either directly or through the use of an allowance account. The amount of the impairment loss is recognised in profit or loss.

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The Group first assesses whether objective evidence of impairment exists individually for financial assets that are individually significant, and individually or collectively for financial assets that are not individually significant. If it is determined that no objective evidence of impairment exists for an individually assessed financial asset, whether significant or not, the asset is included in a group of financial assets with similar credit risk characteristics and that group is collectively assessed for impairment. Assets that are individually assessed for impairment and for which an impairment loss is or continues to be recognised are not included in a collective assessment of impairment.

If, in a subsequent period, the amount of the impairment loss decreases and the decrease can be related objectively to an event occurring after the impairment was recognised, the previously recognised impairment loss is reversed. Any subsequent reversal of an impairment loss is recognised in the income statement, to the extent that the carrying value of the asset does not exceed its amortised cost at the reversal date.

Assets carried at cost

If there is objective evidence that an impairment loss on an unquoted equity instrument that is not carried at fair value because its fair value cannot be reliably measured, the amount of the loss is measured as the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the present value of estimated future cash flows discounted at the current market rate of return for a similar financial asset. Impairment losses on these assets are not reversed.

Available-for-sale financial assets

If an available-for-sale asset is impaired, an amount comprising the difference between its cost (net of any principal payment and amortisation) and its current fair value, less any impairment loss previously recognised in profit or loss, its transferred from equity to the income statement. Impairment losses on equity instruments classified as available-for-sale are not reversed through profit or loss.

Derecognition of financial assets

A financial asset (or, where applicable, a part of a financial asset or part of a group of similar financial asset) is derecognised where:

  • the rights to receive cash flows from the asset have expired;

  • the Group retains the rights to receive cash flows from the asset, but has assumed an obligation to pay them in full without material delay to a third party under a “pass-through” arrangement; or

  • the Group has transferred its right to receive cash flows from the asset and either (a) has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, or (b) has neither transferred nor retained substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, but has transferred control of the asset.

Where the Group has transferred its rights to receive cash flows from an asset and has neither transferred nor retained substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset nor transferred control of the asset, the asset is recognised to the extent of the Group’s continuing involvement in the asset. Continuing involvement that takes the form of a guarantee over the transferred asset is measured at the lower of the original carrying amount of the asset and the maximum amount of consideration that the Group could be required to repay.

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Where continuing involvement takes the form of a written and/or purchased option (including a cashsettled option or similar provision) on the transferred asset, the extent of the Group’s continuing involvement is the amount of the transferred asset that the Group may repurchase, except that in the case of a written put option (including a cash-settled option or similar provision) on an asset measured at fair value, the extent of the Group’s continuing involvement is limited to the lower of the fair value of the transferred asset and the option exercise price.

Interest-bearing loans and borrowings

All loans and borrowings are initially recognised at the fair value of the consideration received less directly attributable transaction costs.

After initial recognition, interest-bearing loans and borrowings are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

Gains and losses are recognised in net profit or loss when the liabilities are derecognised as well as through the amortisation process.

Convertible notes

The component of convertible notes that exhibits characteristics of a liability is recognised as a liability in the balance sheet, net of transaction costs. On issuance of convertible notes, the fair value of the liability components is determined using a market rate for an equivalent nonconvertible note; and this amount is carried as a long term liability on the amortised cost basis until extinguished on conversion or redemption. The remainder of the proceeds is allocated to the conversion option that is recognised and included in shareholders’ equity, net of transaction costs. The carrying amount of the conversion option is not remeasured in subsequent years.

Transaction costs are apportioned between the liability and equity components of the convertible notes based on the allocation of proceeds to the liability and components when the instruments are first recognised.

Inventories

Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Cost is determined on the first-in, first-out basis and includes all costs of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Net realisable value is based on estimated selling prices less any estimated costs to be incurred to disposal.

Cash and cash equivalents

For the purpose of the consolidated cash flow statement, cash and cash equivalents comprise cash on hand and demand deposits, and short term highly liquid investments which are readily convertible into known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value, and have a short maturity of generally within three months when acquired, less bank overdrafts which are repayable on demand and form an integral part of the Group’s cash management.

For the purpose of the balance sheets, cash and bank balances comprise cash on hand and at banks, including term deposits, which are not restricted as to use.

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APPENDIX II

Provision

A provision is recognised when a present obligation (legal or constructive) has arisen as a result of a past event and it is probable that a future outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation, provided that a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation.

When the effect of discounting is material, the amount recognised for a provision is the present value at the balance sheet date of the future expenditures expected to be required to settle the obligation. The increase in the discounted present value amount arising from the passage of time is included in finance costs in the income statement.

Income tax

Income tax comprises current and deferred tax. Income tax is recognised in the income statement, or in equity if it relates to items that are recognised in the same or a different period, directly in equity.

Current tax assets and liabilities for the current and prior periods are measured at the amount expected to be recovered from or paid to the taxation authorities.

Deferred tax is provided, using the liability method, on all temporary differences at the balance sheet date between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts for financial reporting purposes.

Deferred tax liabilities are recongised for all taxable temporary differences, except:

  • where the deferred tax liability arises from goodwill or the initial recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction that is not a business combination and, at the time of the transaction, affects neither the accounting profit nor taxable profit or loss; and

  • in respect of taxable temporary differences associated with investments in subsidiaries, associates and interests in joint ventures, where the timing of the reversal of the temporary differences can be controlled and it is probable that the temporary differences will not reverse in the foreseeable future.

Deferred tax assets are recognised for all deductible temporary differences, carryforward of unused tax credits and unused tax losses, to the extent that it is probable that taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary differences, and the carryforward of unused tax credits and unused tax losses can be utilised except:

  • where the deferred tax asset relating to the deductible temporary differences arises from the initial recognition of an asset or liability and, at the time of the transaction, affects neither the accounting profit nor taxable profit or loss; and

  • in respect of deductible temporary differences associated with investments in subsidiaries, associates and interests in joint ventures, deferred tax assets are only recognised to the extent that it is probable that the temporary differences will reverse in the foreseeable future and taxable profit will be available against which the temporary differences can be utilised.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON GC GROUP

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The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at each balance sheet date and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow all or part of the deferred tax asset to be utilised. Conversely, previously unrecognised deferred tax assets are reassessed at each balance sheet date and are recognised to the extent that it is probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow all or part of the deferred tax asset to be utilised.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply to the period when the asset is realised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the balance sheet date.

Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are offset, if a legally enforceable right exists to set off current tax assets against current tax liabilities and the deferred taxes relate to the same taxable entity and the same taxation authority.

Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognised when it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Group and when the revenue can be measured reliably, on the following bases:

  • (a) from the sales of goods, when the significant risks and rewards of ownership have been transferred to the buyer, provided that the Group maintains neither managerial involvement to the degree usually associated with ownership, nor effective control over the goods sold;

  • (b) from the rendering of services, when services are rendered; and

  • (c) interest income, on an accrual basis using the effective interest method by applying the rate that discounts the estimated future cash receipts through the expected life of the financial instrument to the net carrying amount of the financial asset.

Employee benefits

Share-based payment transactions

The Group operates a share option scheme for the purpose of providing incentives and rewards to eligible participants who contribute to the success of the Group’s operations. Employees (including directors) of the Group receive remuneration in the form of share-based payment transactions, whereby employees render services as consideration for equity instruments (“equity-settled transactions”).

The cost of equity-settled transactions with employee is measured by reference to the fair value at the date at which they are granted. The fair value is determined by an external valuer using a binomial model, further details of which are given. In valuing equity-settled transactions, no account is taken of any performance conditions, other than conditions linked to the price of the shares of the Group (“market conditions”), if applicable.

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Pension scheme

The Group operates a defined contribution Mandatory Provident Fund retirement benefits scheme (the “MPF Scheme”) under the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Ordinance, for those employees who are eligible to participate in the MPF Scheme. Contributions are made based on a percentage of the employees’ basic salaries and are charged to the income statement as they become payable in accordance with the rules of the MPF Scheme. The assets of the MPF Scheme are held separately from those of the Group in an independently administered fund. The Group’s employer contributions vest fully with the employees when contributed into the MPF Scheme.

Borrowing costs

Borrowing costs are recognised as expenses in the income statement in the period in which they are incurred.

Foreign currencies

These financial statements are presented in Hong Kong dollars, which is the Group’s functional and presentation currency. Foreign currency transactions are initially recorded using the functional currency rates ruling at the date of the transactions. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the functional currency rates of exchange ruling at the balance sheet date. All differences are taken to profit or loss. Non-monetary items that are measured in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are translated using the exchange rates at the date of the initial transactions. Non-monetary items measured at fair value in a foreign currency are translated using the exchange rates at the date when the fair value was determined.

The functional currencies of certain overseas subsidiaries are currencies other than the Hong Kong dollar. As at the balance sheet date, the assets and liabilities of these entities are translated into the presentation currency of the Company at exchange rates ruling at the balance sheet date and, their income statements are translated into Hong Kong dollars at the weighted average exchange rates for the period. The resulting exchange differences are included in a separate component of equity. On disposal of a foreign entity, the deferred cumulative amount recognized in equity relating to that particular foreign operation is recognized in the income statement.

For the purpose of the consolidated cash flow statement, the cash flows of overseas subsidiaries are translated into Hong Kong dollars at the exchange rates ruling at the dates of the cash flows. Frequently recurring cash flows of overseas subsidiaries which arise throughout the period are translated into Hong Kong dollars at the weighted average exchange rates for the period.

5. Significant accounting judgements and

Estimates

Judgements

In the process of applying the Group’s accounting policies, management has made the following judgements, apart from those involving estimations, which have the most significant effect on the amounts recognised in the financial statements.

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Impairment of assets

In determining whether an asset is impaired or whether the event previously causing the impairment no longer exists, the Group has to exercise judgement in the area of asset impairment, particularly in assessing: (1) whether an event has occurred that may affect the asset value, or such an event affecting the asset value has not been in existence; (2) whether the carrying value of an asset can be supported by the net present value of future cash flows, which are estimated based upon the continued use of the asset or derecognition; and (3) the appropriate key assumptions to be applied in preparing cash flow projections including whether these cash flow projections are discounted using an appropriate rate. Changing the assumptions selected by management to determine the level of impairment, including the discount rates or the growth rate assumptions in the cash flow projections, could have a material effect on the net present value used in the impairment test.

6. Segment information

Segment information is presented by way of two segment formats: (i) on a primary segment reporting basis, by business segment; and (ii) on a secondary segment reporting basis, by geographical segment.

(i) Business segments

The following tables present revenue, profit/(loss) and certain asset, liability and expenditure information for the Group’s business segments for the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006 and the year ended 31 March 2006.

For management purposes, the Group is currently organized into two operating divisions — design, development and sales of location-based technology devices and applications, and distribution of high-end apparel and accessories. These divisions are the basis on which the Group reports its primary segment information.

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Segment information about these businesses is presented below.

Design, development and Design, development and Design, development and
sales of location-based
technology devices and Distribution of high-end
applications apparel and accessories Consolidated
Period from Period from Period from
1/4/2006 to Year ended 1/4/2006 to Year ended 1/4/2006 to Year ended
31/12/2006 31/3/2006 31/12/2006 31/3/2006 31/12/2006 31/3/2006
HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000
TURNOVER
External turnover 543 1,359 18,342 18,885 1,359
RESULTS
Segment results (360) (16,879) 363 3 (16,879)
Unallocated revenue 5,110 204
Unallocated expenses (1,490) (1,051)
Finance costs (1,799)
Profit/(loss) before tax 1,824 (17,726)
Tax (676)
Profit/(loss) for the period/year 1,148 (17,726)
Design, development and
sales of location-based
technology devices and Distribution of high-end
applications apparel and accessories Consolidated
31/12/2006 31/3/2006 31/12/2006 31/3/2006 31/12/2006 31/3/2006
HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
Assets:
Segment assets 1 428 94,395

94,396
428
Investment in an associate 4

4
Unallocated corporate assets 7,989 22
Total assets 102,385 454
Liabilities:
Segment liabilities 417 5,950 21,547
21,964
5,950
Unallocated corporate liabilities 48,873 330
Total liabilities 70,837 6,280

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Period from Period from Period from
1/4/2006 to Year ended 1/4/2006 to Year ended 1/4/2006 to Year ended
31/12/2006 31/3/2006 31/12/2006 31/3/2006 31/12/2006 31/3/2006
HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000
Other segment information:
Capital expenditure 9 1,741 1,741 9
Depreciation 11,194 732 732 11,194
Amortisation 280 280
Impairment loss 4 4

(ii) Geographical segments

During the period, the Group’s turnover was derived from operations carried out in Hong Kong and Taiwan. Over 90% of the Group’s assets, liabilities and capital expenditures are derived from operations carried out in Hong Kong. Accordingly, no further geographical segment information is presented in the financial statements except the followings.

Hong Kong Hong Kong Taiwan Taiwan Other Consolidated Consolidated
Period from Period from Period from Period from
1/4/2006 to Year ended 1/4/2006 to Year ended 1/4/2006 to Year ended 1/4/2006 to Year ended
31/12/2006 31/3/2006 31/12/2006 31/3/2006 31/12/2006 31/3/2006 31/12/2006 31/3/2006
HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000
TURNOVER
External turnover 13,798 1,359 5,087 18,885 1,359
RESULTS
Segment results 1,759 (16,614) 433 (368) (1,112) 1,824 (17,726)
Tax (676)
Profit/(loss) for the
period/year 1,148 (17,726)

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7. Turnover, other revenue and gains

Turnover represents the net invoiced value of goods sold, after allowances for returns and trade discounts and the value of services rendered.

An analysis of the Group’s turnover, other revenue and gains is as follows:

TURNOVER
Design, development and sales of location-based technology
devices and applications
Distribution of high-end apparel and accessories
OTHER REVENUE AND GAINS
Bank interest income
Consultancy fee income
Fair value gain on financial assets at fair value through
profit or loss
Fair value gain on derivative financial instruments
Gain on disposal of financial assets at fair value through
profit or loss
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries
Reversal of provision for doubtful debts
Reversal of write-down of inventories
Waiver of other loan
Write-off of long outstanding other payables and accruals
Sundry income
Finance costs
Interest on convertible notes
Interest on bank loans and overdrafts wholly repayable
within five years
Interest on finance leases
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
543
18,342
18,885
9
72
2,014
92
398
1,698
3

1,000

71
5,357
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
1,484
289
26
1,799
Year ended
31/3/2006
HK$’000
1,359
1,359






2,498
176

252
204
3,130
Year ended
31/3/2006
HK$’000


8. Finance costs

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON GC GROUP

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9. Profit/(loss) before tax

Profit/(loss) before tax is arrived at after charging:

Cost of inventories sold
Cost of services rendered
Auditors’ remuneration
Amortisation of intangible assets
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment
Exchange losses, net
Minimum lease payments under operating leases
on land and buildings
Provision for impairment on investment in an associate
Write-off of property, plant and equipment
Staff costs (excluding directors’ remuneration —note 10)
Salaries and allowances
Pension scheme contributions
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
7,323
62
295
280
732
76
3,962
4

3,119
128
3,247
Year ended
31/3/2006
HK$’000

520
250

11,194
10
310

5,827
1,687
(16)
1,671

10. Directors’ remuneration and five highest paid employees

The remuneration of each director for the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006 and the year ended 31 March 2006 are set out below:

Period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006:

Executive directors
Leung Tak Wah
Lo Mun Lam, Raymond
Yu Wai Yin, Vicky
Independent non-executive
directors
Lum Pak Sam
Sum Chun Ho, Sam
Wan Kwok Pan
Non-executive directors
Duncan Chiu_(note 1)
Richard Yen
(note 1)_
Total
Fees
Salaries and
allowances
Retirement
scheme
contribution
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000

190
9
200


40





19


14








273
190
9
Total
HK$’000
199
200
40

19
14

472

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Year ended 31 March 2006:

Executive directors
Tsoi Siu Ching, Leo_(note 2)
Leung Tak Wah
Lo Mun Lam, Raymond
Yu Wai Yin, Vicky
Independent non-executive
directors
Chan Chi Tong
(note 3)
Huang Hai Wen
(note 4)
Liu Kwong Sang
(note 5)
Lum Pak Sum
Sum Chun Ho, Sam
Wan Kwok Pan
Total
_Notes:
Fees
Salaries and
allowances
Retirement
scheme
contribution
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000




260
12



70


70


64








35


6


245
260
12
Total
HK$’000

272

70
70
64


35
6
517
  1. Mr. Chiu and Mr. Yen appointed on 27 September 2006.

  2. Mr. Tsoi resigned on 31 August 2005.

  3. Mr. Chan resigned on 15 September 2005.

  4. Mr. Huang resigned on 31 August 2005.

  5. Mr. Liu resigned on 8 February 2006.

There was no arrangement under which a director waived or agreed to waive any remuneration during the period/year.

The five individuals whose emoluments were the highest in the Group for the period include two (year ended 31 March 2006: one) directors, details of whose emoluments are set out in above. Details of the emoluments of the remaining three (year ended 31 March 2006: four) are nondirectors, highest paid employees of the Group for the period/year are as follows:

Basic salaries, allowances and other benefits in kind
Retirement benefits scheme contributions
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
600
30
630
Year ended
31/3/2006
HK$’000
675
31
706

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The emoluments of each of the non-director, highest paid individuals for the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006 and year ended 31 March 2006 fell within Nil to HK$1,000,000 band.

During the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006 and year ended 31 March 2006, no emoluments were paid by the Group to any of the directors or the five highest paid individuals as an inducement to join or upon joining the Group or as compensation for loss of office.

Retirement benefit costs

The Group operates a mandatory provident fund scheme (“the MPF scheme”) under the Hong Kong Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Ordinance for employees employed under the jurisdiction of the Hong Kong Employment Ordinance. The MPF scheme is defined contribution retirement scheme administrated by independent trustees. Under the MPF Scheme, the employer and its employees are each required to make contributions to the scheme at 5% of the employees’ relevant income, subject to a cap of monthly relevant income of HK$20,000. Contributions to the Scheme vest immediately. At the balance sheet date, there was no forfeited contribution, which arose upon employees leaving the retirement benefits scheme and which are available to reduce the contribution payable in the future years.

11. Tax

Hong Kong profits tax has been provided at the rate of 17.5% on the estimated assessable profits arising in Hong Kong during the period. In prior year, no provision for Hong Kong profits tax had been made as the Group did not generate any assessable profits arising in Hong Kong.

Taxation on overseas profits has been calculated on the estimated assessable profit for the period at the rates of tax prevailing in the countries in which the Group operates.

Current provision:
— Hong Kong
— Overseas
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
575
101
676
Year ended
31/3/2006
HK$’000

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION ON GC GROUP

A reconciliation of the tax expense applicable to profit/(loss) before tax using the statutory rate for the countries in which the Company and its subsidiaries are domiciled to the tax expense at the effective tax rates, and a reconciliation of the applicable rates (i.e., the statutory tax rates) to the effective tax rate, are as follows:

Profit/(loss) before tax
Tax at the domestic income
tax rate
Effect of different tax rates
in other jurisdictions
Income not subject to tax
Expenses not deductible for tax
Tax losses not recognized
Tax charge at effective rate
Period from
1/4/2006 to
31/12/2006
HK$’000
1,824
319
(24)
(471)
336
516
676
%
17.5
(1.3)
(25.8)
18.4
28.3
37.1
Year ended
31/3/2006
HK$’000
(17,726)
(3,102)
28

230
2,844
%
(17.5)
0.9

7.4
9.2

12. Net profit/(loss) attributable to shareholders

The net profit/(loss) attributable to shareholders for the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006 dealt with in the financial statements of the Company is loss of approximately HK$7,511,000. (year ended 31 March 2006: loss of approximately HK$6,517,000).

13. Dividend

The directors of the Company do not recommend the payment of a dividend for the period.

14. Earnings/(loss) per share

The calculation of basic earnings per share is based on the net profit for the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006 of approximately HK$1,148,000 (year ended 31 March 2006: loss of HK$17,726,000) and the weighted average number of 361,577,386 ordinary shares (year ended 31 March 2006: 122,367,968 ordinary shares being adjusted retrospectively for the share consolidation) in issue during the period.

The weighted average number of ordinary shares for the purpose of calculating basic loss per share for the year ended 31 March 2006 has been retrospectively adjusted for the effect of the share consolidation completed during the period.

Diluted earnings/(loss) per share is not presented as the convertible notes had anti-dilutive effects on the basic earnings/(loss) per share.

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15. Property, plant and equipment

Group

Furniture,
Leasehold
Computer and
fixture office
improvements
equipment
equipment
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
Cost:
At 1 April 2005

58,680
86
Additions

9

Write-off

(58,689)
(86)
At 31 March 2006 and
1 April 2006



Acquired on acquisition
of a subsidiary
3,805

544
Additions
52

73
At 31 December 2006
3,857

617
Accumulated depreciation:
At 1 April 2005

41,677
77
Charge for the year

11,185
9
Write-off

(52,862)
(86)
At 31 March 2006 and
1 April 2006



Acquired on acquisition
of a subsidiary
2,050

353
Charge for the period
347

62
At 31 December 2006
2,397

415
Net book value:
At 31 December 2006
1,460

202
At 31 March 2006



At 31 March 2005

17,003
9
Motor
vehicles
HK$’000
213 187

(213)


1,616
1,616
213

(213)


323
323
1,293

Mould
HK$’000
59,166

(187)




187

(187)






Total
HK$’000
9
(59,175)

4,349
1,741
6,090
42,154
11,194
(53,348)

2,403
732
3,135
2,955
17,012

The net book value of the Group’s property, plant and equipment held under finance leases included in the total amount of motor vehicles at 31 December 2006, approximately amounted to HK$1,293,000 (31 March 2006: Nil).

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16. Goodwill

Group

The amounts of the goodwill capitalised by the Group as an asset and recognised in the consolidated balance sheet, arising from the acquisition of a subsidiary, are as follows:

Arising from acquisition of a subsidiary
Impairment during the period
At 31 December 2006
17.
Intangible assets
Group
HK$’000
75,552
75,552
Cost:
Arising from acquisition of a subsidiary
At 31 December 2006
Accumulated amortisation and impairment:
Amortised for the period
At 31 December 2006
Net book value:
At 31 December 2006
18.
Interests in subsidiaries
Unlisted shares, at cost
Due from subsidiaries
Due to a subsidiary
Impairment in value
Franchise
rights
HK$’000
5,000
5,000
280
280
4,720
Company
31/12/2006
31/3/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
81,180

102,193
97,629
(3,915)

(102,193)
(97,629)
(3,915)

77,265
Franchise
rights
HK$’000
5,000
5,000
280
280
4,720
97,629

(97,629)

The amounts due from/(to) subsidiaries are unsecured, interest-free and have no fixed terms of repayment. The carrying amounts of the amounts due from/(to) subsidiaries approximate their fair values.

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Particulars of the subsidiaries of the Company as at 31 December 2006 are as follows:

Issued and Attributable Attributable
fully paid equity interest
Place of up capital/ held by the
incorporation/ registered Company
Name registration capital Directly Indirectly Principal activities
Golife (Hong Kong) Limited Hong Kong HK$500,000 100% Distribution of high-end
apparel and accessories
Satellite Devices (BVI) Limited British Virgin Islands US$3 100% Investment holding
Satellite Devices Limited Hong Kong HK$5,000,000 100% Design, development and sales
of location-based technology
devices and application

19. Investments in associates

Share of net assets
Amount due to an associate
Impairment
Particulars of the associate of the Group as at 31 December 2006
Issued and
Place of
fully paid
Name
incorporation
up capital
Telematics Systems
Limited
Hong Kong
HK$10,000
Inventories
Merchandise
Group
31/12/2006
31/3/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
4
1,474

(1,470)
(4)


4
are as follows:
Equity
interest held
Principal
indirectly
activities
40%
Dormant
Group
31/12/2006
31/3/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
2,643

20. Inventories

At 31 December 2006, no inventories were carried at net realisable value (31 March 2006: Nil).

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21. Trade receivables

An aged analysis of the trade receivables as at the balance sheet date, based on the invoice date and net of provisions, is as follows:

0 — 30 days
31 — 60 days
61 — 90 days
Over 90 days
_Less:_provision for doubtful debts
Group
31/12/2006
31/3/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
1,710
283
499
45



12,719
2,209
13,047

(12,719)
2,209
328
Group
31/12/2006
31/3/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
1,710
283
499
45



12,719
2,209
13,047

(12,719)
2,209
328
13,047
(12,719)
328

22. Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss

Equity investments listed in Hong Kong, at fair value
Derivative financial assets, at fair value
Group
31/12/2006
31/3/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
1,493

4,697

6,190
Group
31/12/2006
31/3/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
1,493

4,697

6,190

The derivative financial assets represent some warrants on equity investments listed in Hong Kong and are with maturity date of 21 May 2007.

23. Derivative financial instruments

31/12/2006 31/12/2006 31/3/2006 31/3/2006
Assets Liabilities Assets Liabilities
HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000
Cash flow hedges
— foreign currency contracts 92

The Group has two forward currency contracts outstanding at 31 December 2006 to manage its exchange rate exposures which did not meet the criteria for hedge accounting. Changes in the fair value of non-hedging currency derivatives amounting to HK$92,000 was credited to the income statement during the year (year ended 31 March 2006: Nil).

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24. Trade and bills payables

An aged analysis of the trade and bills payables as at the balance sheet date, based on the invoice date, is as follows:

0 — 30 days
31 — 60 days
61 — 90 days
Over 90 days
31/12/2006
HK$’000
2,433
367
16
300
3,116
31/3/2006
HK$’000



25. Interest-bearing bank and other borrowings

Effective
interest
rate (%)
Maturity
or Interest
reprice
date,
whichever
is earlier
Current
Finance lease payables_(note 26)
Bank overdrafts — secured
3.25%
best lending
rate + 1%
2007
on demand
Bank loans — secured
prime rate + 2%
2007
Trust receipt loans — secured
best lending rate
2007
Non-current
Finance lease payables
(note 26)_
Bank loans — secured
Other loan — unsecured
3.25%
prime rate + 2%
10%
2008-2011
2008-2009
2007, but
early repaid
in the period
Analysed into:
Bank loans and overdrafts payable:
Within one year or on demand
In the second to fifth years, inclusive
Other borrowings payable:
Within one year or on demand
In the second to fifth years, inclusive
31/12/2006
HK$’000
395
2,471
6,831
2,763
12,460
1,038
1,747

2,785
15,245
12,065
1,747
13,812
395
1,038
1,433
31/3/2006
HK$’000





4,775
4,775
4,775


4,775
4,775

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The Group’s banking facilities are secured by:

  • (i) personal guarantees provided by directors of a subsidiary of the Group; and

  • (ii) corporate guarantee provided by the Company and the Group’s related company.

26. Finance lease payables

The Group leases its motor vehicles for its business. The leases are classified as finance leases and have remaining lease terms ranging from four to five years.

At the balance sheet date, the total future minimum lease payments under finance lease and the present value, were as follows:

Amount payable:
Within one year
In the second year to
fifth years, inclusive
Total minimum finance
lease payments
Future finance charges
Total net finance lease payables
Portion classified as current
liabilities_(note 25)
Long term portion
(note 25)_
Minimum
lease
payments
31/12/2006
HK$’000
447
1,174
1,621
(188)
1,433
(395)
1,038
Present
value
Present
value
Minimum
of minimum
of minimum
lease
lease
lease
payments
payments
payments
31/3/2006
31/12/2006
31/3/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000

395


1,038


1,433




Present
value
Present
value
Minimum
of minimum
of minimum
lease
lease
lease
payments
payments
payments
31/3/2006
31/12/2006
31/3/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000

395


1,038


1,433




27. Convertible notes

On 31 July 2006, the Company issued interest-free convertible notes with a nominal value of HK$61.52 million to an independent noteholder. The noteholder has the right to convert the whole or any part of the principal amount of the convertible note into shares at any time and from time to time after six months from the date of issue of the convertible notes up to the date immediately prior to the maturity date.

The fair value of the liability component and the equity conversion component were determined at issuance of the convertible notes. The fair value of the liability component was calculated using a market interest rate. The residual amount, representing the value of the equity conversion component, has been included in the convertible notes reserve.

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The convertible notes recognized in the balance sheets are calculated as follows:

Nominal value of convertible notes
issued during the period
Equity component
Liability component at the issuance date
Redemption during the period
Interest expenses
Liability component at balance sheet date
Equity component at the issuance date
Redemption during the period
Equity component at balance sheet date
Group and Company
31/12/2006
31/3/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
61,520

(11,999)

49,521

(2,817)
1,484

48,188

11,999

(683)

11,316
Group and Company
31/12/2006
31/3/2006
HK$’000
HK$’000
61,520

(11,999)

49,521

(2,817)
1,484

48,188

11,999

(683)

11,316


On 19 October 2006 and 21 December 2006, the Company redeemed convertible notes with principal amount of HK$2,500,000 and HK$1,000,000, respectively.

28. Deferred tax

The movements in deferred tax liabilities and assets during the period are as follows:

Accelerated
Tax depreciation
HK$’000
At 1 April 2005
2,869
Charged/(credited) to
consolidated income statement
(2,876)
At 31 March 2006 and 1 April 2006
(7)
Charged/(credited) to
consolidated income statement
1
At 31 December 2006
(6)
Tax
losses
HK$’000
(2,869)
2,876
7
(1)
6
Total
HK$’000


For purpose of the balance sheet presentation, the above deferred tax assets and liabilities were offset.

As at 31 December 2006, the Group had unused tax losses of approximately HK$97,340,000 (31 March 2006: approximately HK$97,339,000) available for offset against future profits. No deferred tax asset was recognized during the period due to the unpredictability of future profit streams (year ended 31 March 2006: HK$40,000). The unrecognized tax losses may be carried forward indefinitely.

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29. Share capital

Authorised:
At 1 April 2006, ordinary shares of HK$0.1 each
Capital reorganisation_(note a)
At 31 December 2006, ordinary shares of
HK$0.01 each
Issued and fully paid:
At 1 April 2006, ordinary shares of HK$0.1 each
Capital reorganisation
(note a)
Open offer
(note b)_
At 31 December 2006, ordinary shares of
HK$0.01 each
Number of shares
10,000,000,000

10,000,000,000
658,501,863
(526,801,490)
395,101,116
526,801,489
HK$’000
1,000,000
(900,000)
100,000
65,850
(64,533)
3,951
5,268

Notes:

  • (a) Pursuant to the capital reorganization completed on 22 June 2006, 658,501,863 issued shares were consolidated to 131,700,373 shares on the basis of every 5 shares consolidated into 1 share. The nominal value of each issued consolidated share was then reduced from HK$0.1 each to HK$0.01 each by way of a reduction of capital. Accordingly, an amount of HK$64,533,183 from the share capital account was applied towards the elimination of part of the accumulated losses of the Company.

  • (b) 395,101,116 new shares of the Company had been issued under the Open Offer on 25 July 2006, proceeds of approximately HK$23.05 million was being raised as working capital. As at 31 December 2006, the total issued share capital of the Company after the Open Offer are 526,801,489 shares.

30. Share option scheme

The Company adopted a Share Option Scheme (the “Scheme”) on 6 March 2002. Under the terms of the Scheme, the board of directors of the Company (the “Board”) may, at their discretion, grant options to selected persons to subscribe for shares in the Company as incentives or rewards for their contribution to the Group. The maximum number of shares in respect of which options may be granted under the Scheme may not exceed 30% of the issued share capital of the Company.

The subscription price will be determined by the Board and will not less than the highest of (i) the nominal value of the shares on the date of the offer, (ii) the closing price of the shares on the date of grant of the options, and (iii) the average of the closing prices of the shares on the five business days immediately preceding the date of offer of the options. The total number of shares issued and to be issued upon exercise of the options granted to each grantee (including both exercised and outstanding options) in any 12-month period up to the date of grant shall not exceed 1% of the shares in issue at the date of grant. The Scheme is valid and effective for a period of ten years from the listing of the Company’s shares on the GEM on 26 March 2002. Any options granted under the Scheme may be exercised at any time during a period to be notified by the Board to each grantee but may not be exercised after the expiry of ten years from the date of grant of the option. Upon acceptance of the option, the grantee must pay HK$1.00 to the Company by way of consideration for the grant.

At the balance sheet date, no share option was granted under the Scheme since its adoption.

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31. Reserves

The amounts of the Group’s reserves and the movements therein for the current period and prior year are presented in the consolidated statement of changes in equity on page 29 of the financial statements.

Company

At 1 April 2005
Net loss for the year
At 31 March 2006
and 1 April 2006
Capital reorganization
Issue of shares on open offer
Share issuance costs
Net loss for the period
At 31 December 2006
Share
premium
HK$’000
34,698

34,698

21,730
(786)

55,642
Accumulated
losses
HK$’000
(94,338)
(6,517)
(100,855)
64,533


(7,511)
(43,833)
Total
HK$’000
(59,640)
(6,517)
(66,157)
64,533
21,730
(786)
(7,511)
11,809

Note:

The share premium account of the Company is the premium from the shares issued. Under the Companies Law of the Cayman Islands, the share premium is distributable to the shareholders of the Company, provided that immediately following the date on which the dividend is proposed to be distributed, the Company will be in a position to pay off its debts as and when fall due in the ordinary course of business.

At 31 December 2006, in the opinion of the directors, the Company’s reserves available for distributions to shareholders amounted to HK$11,809,000.

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32. Acquisition of a subsidiary

On 31 July 2006, the Company acquired 100% equity interest in Golife (Hong Kong) Limited (formerly known as “Hip Kin Retailing Limited”). This transaction has been accounted for by the purchase method.

The net assets acquired, being the fair value, in the transaction, and goodwill on acquisition, are as follows:

Net assets acquired comprised:
Property, plant and equipment
Intangible assets
Inventories
Trade receivables
Deposit, prepayments and other
receivables
Cash and bank balances
Trade payables
Other payables and accruals
Tax payable
Bank overdrafts
Bank loans
Trust receipts loans
Net assets acquired
Goodwill arising on acquisition
Satisfied by:
Cash consideration
Convertible notes
Carrying
amount of
the acquiree
HK$’000
1,946

5,480
1,469
10,265
474
(1,774)
(3,820)
(3,165)
(2,176)
(2,151)
(5,920)
628
Fair value
adjustment
HK$’000

5,000










5,000
Fair value of
the acquiree
HK$’000
1,946
5,000
5,480
1,469
10,265
474
(1,774)
(3,820)
(3,165)
(2,176)
(2,151)
(5,920)
5,628
75,552
81,180
19,660
61,520
81,180

An analysis of the net outflow of cash and cash equivalents in respect of the acquisition of a subsidiary is as follows:

Cash consideration
Cash and bank balances acquired
Bank overdrafts acquired
Net outflow of cash and cash equivalents in respect of the acquisition of a
subsidiary
HK$’000
(19,660)
474
(2,176)
(21,362)

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33. Disposal of subsidiaries

Period from
1/4/2006 to Year ended
31/12/2006 31/3/2006
HK$’000 HK$’000
Net liabilities disposal of:
Amounts due to group companies (3,193)
(3,193)
Realisation of reserves 15
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries 1,698
Amounts waived by group companies 1,480
Satisfied by:
Cash
An analysis of the net inflow of cash and cash equivalents in respect of the disposal of the
subsidiaries is as follows:
Period from
1/4/2006 to Year ended
31/12/2006 31/3/2006
HK$’000 HK$’000
Cash consideration
Cash and bank balances disposed of
Net inflow of cash and cash equivalents
in respect of the acquisition of a subsidiary

34. Notes to the consolidated cash flow statement

  • (a) During the period, the Group entered into finance lease arrangements in respect of property, plant and equipment with a total capital value at the inception of the leases of approximately HK$1,616,000 (31 March 2006: Nil).

  • (b) During the period, the Group settled the part of the purchase consideration for acquisition of Golife (Hong Kong) Limited of approximately HK$61,520,000 by issue of convertible notes with nominal value of HK$61,520,000.

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35. Related party transactions

  • (a) In addition to the transactions and balance detailed elsewhere in these financial statements, the Group had the following material transactions with related parties during the period/ year:
Group
Period from
1/4/2006 to Year ended
31/12/2006 31/3/2006
HK$’000 HK$’000
Management fee charged by a related company 495

Management fee was charged at a rate mutually agreed between the Group and the related company in which certain directors of the Company’s subsidiary have beneficial interests.

  • (b) At the balance sheet date, the Group’s related company has guaranteed the trust receipt loans and bank overdrafts made to the Group’s subsidiary up to HK$4,000,000 and HK$1,000,000, respectively (31 March 2006: Nil) at nil consideration.

36. Litigation

On 29 June 2005, a landlord issued writ against Satellite Devices Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, to claim for the arrears of rent, rates, air-conditioning and management fee, reinstatement costs and late payment interest for a total amount of approximately HK$331,000. Full provision for this amount had been made in the financial statements.

Apart from the action against the Group disclosed above, there are no other material outstanding writs and litigations against the Group and/or the Company.

37. Contingent liabilities

At the balance sheet date, the Company has given unlimited corporate guarantees (31 March 2006: Nil) to banks to secure the banking facilities granted to its subsidiaries. Facilities amounting to HK$5,429,000 (31 March 2006: Nil) were utilized at the balance sheet date.

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38. Operating lease arrangements

The Group leases certain retail shops and office premises under operating lease arrangements. Leases for retail shops and office premises are negotiated for terms ranging from 1 to 3 years. At the balance sheet date, the Group had total future minimum lease payments under non-cancelable operating leases falling due as follows:

Within one year
In the second to fifth years, inclusive
31/12/2006
HK$’000
6,301
4,618
10,919
31/3/2006
HK$’000
93
77
170

The operating lease rentals of certain retail shops in Hong Kong are based on the higher of a fixed rental or contingent rent based on sales of the retail shops pursuant to the terms and conditions as set out in the respective rental agreements. As the future sales of these retail shops could not be accurately determined, the relevant contingent rents have not been included above and only the minimum lease commitments have been included in the above table.

The operating lease rentals of certain retail shops in Taiwan are based solely on the sales of the outlets. In the opinion of the directors of the Group, as the future sales of the retail outlets could not be accurately estimated, the relevant rental commitments have not been included above table.

39. Commitments

In addition to the operating lease commitments detailed in note 38 above, the Group had the following commitments at the balance sheet date:

Commitments under license agreements in respect of two brand name products are:

Minimum purchases:
Within one year
In the second to fifth years, inclusive
Beyond five years
31/12/2006
HK$’000
19,072
86,151
6,649
111,872
31/3/2006
HK$’000

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40. Post balance sheet events

The following events have occurred subsequent to 31 December 2006:

  • (a) On 21 February 2007, Profit First Investments Limited (“Profit First”), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, has entered into an agreement with Zion Worldwide Limited (“Zion Worldwide”) to establish LOC Limited (“LOC”) which will be principally engaged in the wholesale, design, sourcing, merchandise planning and marketing of lifestyle consumer products including but not limited to jewellery and accessories under the Trademarks (the “Business”). LOC are owned by Profit First and Zion Worldwide in equal shares. Profit First has agreed to pay an earn-out payment to Zion Worldwide while Zion Worldwide has agreed to transfer and assign to LOC the Trademarks and all the Intellectual Property of “Business” at a consideration of HK$1. Further details of the transaction are also set out in a circular and an announcement of the Company dated 16 March 2007 and 23 February 2007, respectively.

  • (b) On 19 January 2007 the Company redeemed convertible notes with principal amount of HK$1,000,000.

  • (c) On 13 March 2007, convertible notes with principal amount of HK$37,100,000 converted into 371,000,000 ordinary shares at the conversion price of HK$0.10 per share. After issurance of 371,000,000 conversion shares, the Company’s issued ordinary shares have been increased from 526,801,488 to 898,101,488.

41. Financial risk management objectives and polices

The Group’s overall risk management programme seeks to minimize potential adverse effects on the financial performance of the Group.

(i) Cash flow and fair value interest rate risk

Interest rate risk refers to the risk experienced by the Group as a result of the fluctuation in interest rates. Currently, the Group does not have a hedge policy. However, the management monitors interest rate exposure and will consider hedging significant bank borrowings when the need arises.

(ii) Foreign currency risk

The Group incurs foreign currency risk on transactions and balances that are denominated in currencies other than Hong Kong dollars. The currencies giving rise to this risk are primarily Euro, Pound Sterling and New Taiwan Dollar.

Certain trade receivables, payables and trade related transactions of the Group are denominated in foreign currencies. The management monitors foreign exchange exposure and will consider hedging significant foreign currency exposure when the need arises.

(iii) Credit risk

The Group has no significant concentration of credit risk. The Group deals mainly with retail customers who pay with cash and credit cards. The Group’s accounts receivable mainly represented by receivables from banks in respect of sales settled by customers through credit cards in Hong Kong and shopping malls that collected sales proceeds in Taiwan on behalf of the Group.

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(iv) Liquidity risk

The Group aims to manage its operating cash flows and the availability of funding so as to ensure that all repayment and funding needs are met. As part of its overall liquidity management, the Group maintains sufficient levels of cash to meet its working capital requirements. Short term funding is obtained from bank overdraft and trade financing facilities.

(v) Commodity price risk

The Group’s exposure to commodity price risk is minimal.

42. Approval of the financial statements

The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the board of directors on 28 March 2007.

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3. AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Set out below are the independent auditor’s report and audited financial statements together with the relevant notes thereto as extracted from the annual report of Golife for the financial year ended 31 March 2006. For avoidance of doubt, capitalised terms used in the extract below shall have the meaning as ascribed to them in the annual report of Golife for the financial year ended 31 March 2006.

Independent Auditor’s Report

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AUDITORS’ REPORT TO THE SHAREHOLDERS OF

SATELLITE DEVICES CORPORATION

(incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability)

We have audited the financial statements on pages 21 to 51 which have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in Hong Kong.

Respective responsibilities of directors and auditors

The Company’s directors are responsible for the preparation of financial statements which give a true and fair view. In preparing financial statements which give a true and fair view it is fundamental that appropriate accounting policies are selected and applied consistently.

It is our responsibility to form an independent opinion, based on our audit, on those financial statements and to report our opinion solely to you, as a body, and for no other purpose. We do not assume responsibility towards or accept liability to any other person for the contents of this report.

Basis of opinion

We conducted our audit in accordance with Hong Kong Standards on Auditing issued by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants. An audit includes examination, on a test basis, of evidence relevant to the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. It also includes an assessment of the significant estimates and judgments made by the directors in the preparation of the financial statements, and of whether the accounting policies are appropriate to the Company’s and the Group’s circumstances, consistently applied and adequately disclosed.

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We planned and performed our audit so as to obtain all the information and explanations which we considered necessary in order to provide us with sufficient evidence to give reasonable assurance as to whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement. In forming our opinion we also evaluated the overall adequacy of the presentation of information in the financial statements. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

Opinion

In our opinion, the financial statements give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company and of the Group as at 31 March 2006 and of the Group’s loss and cash flows for the year then ended and have been properly prepared in accordance with the disclosure requirements of the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance.

Graham H.Y. Chan & Co.

Certified Public Accountants (Practising)

Hong Kong, 23 June 2006

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Consolidated Income Statement

For the year ended 31 March 2006

Note
Revenue
5
Cost of location-based technology
devices and applications
Other income
Reversal of provision for doubtful debts
Reversal of write-down/(write-down) of
inventories
Write-off of long outstanding other
payables and accruals
Waiver of accrued salary payable to a
director
Write-off of property, plant and
equipment
Staff costs
Depreciation
Other operating expenses
Loss before taxation
6
Taxation
7
Loss attributable to shareholders
8
Basic loss per share
9
2006
HK$’000
1,359
(520)
839
204
2,498
176
252

(5,827)
(2,188)
(11,194)
(2,486)
(17,726)

(17,726)
14.49 cents
2005
HK$’000
1,442
(522)
920
29

(1,378)
133
248

(2,628)
(11,772)
(2,715)
(17,163)

(17,163)
14.52 cents

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Consolidated Balance Sheet

As at 31 March 2006

Note
Non-current assets
Property, plant and equipment
12
Investments in associates
14
Current assets
Inventories
15
Trade receivables
16
Deposits, prepayments and other
receivables
Cash and cash equivalents
17
Current liabilities
Other payables and accruals
Amount due to a fellow subsidiary
18
Amount due to a director
19
Current portion of obligation under
finance leases
Net current liabilities
Total assets less current liabilities
Capital and reserves
Share capital
20
Reserves
Total (deficits)/equity attributable to
equity holders of the Company
Non-current liabilities
Other loan
23
2006
HK$’000

4
4

328
10
112
450
1,505



1,505
(1,055)
(1,051)
65,850
(71,676)
(5,826)
4,775
(1,051)
2005
HK$’000
17,012
4
17,016
336
171
187
122
816
2,466
4,108
6,108
8
12,690
(11,874)
5,142
59,092
(53,950)
5,142

5,142

The financial statements on pages 21 to 51 were approved and authorised for issue by the Board of Directors on 23 June 2006 and are signed on its behalf by:

LEUNG Tak Wah Director

LO Mun Lam, Raymond Director

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Balance Sheet

As at 31 March 2006

2006
Note
HK$’000
Non-current assets
Investment in subsidiaries
13

Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
17
22
Current liabilities
Other payables and accruals
329
Net current liabilities
(307)
Total assets less current liabilities
(307)
Capital and reserves
Share capital
20
65,850
Reserves
22
(66,157)
(307)
LO Mun Lam, Raymond
LEUNG Tak Wah
Director
Director
2005
HK$’000

1
549
(548)
(548)
59,092
(59,640)
(548)

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Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity

For the year ended 31 March 2006

At 1 April 2004
Exchange differences arising
on translation of financial
statements of overseas
subsidiaries and net
losses not recognised in
the consolidated income
statement
Loss for the year
At 31 March 2005
At 1 April 2005
Issue of shares upon loan
capitalisation
Loss for the year
At 31 March 2006
Share
capital
HK$’000
59,092


59,092
59,092
6,758

65,850
Share
premium
HK$’000
34,698


34,698
34,698


34,698
Exchange
Accumulated
reserve
losses
HK$’000
HK$’000
(13)
(71,470)
(2)


(17,163)
(15)
(88,633)
(15)
(88,633)



(17,726)
(15)
(106,359)
Total
HK$’000
22,307
(2)
(17,163)
5,142
5,142
6,758
(17,726)
(5,826)

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Consolidated Cash Flow Statement

For the Year Ended 31 March 2006

Loss before taxation
Adjustments for:
Depreciation
Write-off of property, plant and equipment
(Reversal of write-down)/write-down of
inventories
Reversal of provision for doubtful debts
Operating loss before working capital changes
Decrease in inventories
Decrease in trade receivables
Decrease/(increase) in deposits, prepayments and
other receivables
Increase in trade payables, other payables and
accruals including amount due to a director and
a fellow subsidiary
Net cash from operating activities
Net cash used in investing activities
Purchase of property, plant and equipment
Net cash used in financing activities
Repayment of capital element of finance leases
Net (decrease)/increase in cash and cash
equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at 1 April
Effect of foreign exchange rate changes
Cash and cash equivalents at 31 March
Analysis of balances of cash and cash equivalents:
Bank balances and cash
2006
HK$’000
(17,726)
11,194
5,827
(176)
(2,537)
(3,418)
512
2,380
177
356
7
(9)
(8)
(10)
122

112
112
2005
HK$’000
(17,163)
11,772

1,378

(4,013)
159
188
(158)
3,947
123
(39)
(15)
69
55
(2)
122
122

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Notes to the Financial Statements

1. General information

The Company was incorporated as an exempted company with limited liability in the Cayman Islands on 11 June 2001 under the Companies Law, Cap 22 (Law 3 of 1961, as consolidated and revised) of the Cayman Islands. The Company’s shares have been listed on the Growth Enterprise Market (the “GEM”) of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “Stock Exchange”) since 26 March 2002.

The address of its registered office and principal place of business of the Company are disclosed in the “Corporate Information” section of the annual report.

The principal activity of the Company is investment holding. The principal activities of the Company’s principal subsidiaries are set out in note 13 to the financial statements.

The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis which assumes, among other things, the realisation of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. This assumption is dependent upon the continuing financial support of the Group’s creditors and other external funding being available.

At 31 March 2006, the Group’s net current liabilities exceeded its current assets by approximately HK$1,055,000 and the net liabilities of the Group amounted to approximately HK$5,826,000. As more detailed in note 29 below, subsequent to the balance sheet date, the directors of the Company proposed a capital reorganisation of the Company’s share capital and an open offer to qualifying shareholders for subscription on the basis of three offer shares for every new share (being share of HK$0.01 each in the share capital of the Company upon the capital reorganisation become effective). Details of the proposed capital reorganisation and proposed open offer are disclosed in the Company’s circular dated 27 March 2006. The estimated net proceeds from the proposed open offer will be approximately HK$23.73 million which is intended to be applied as to approximately HK$18.48 million for the partial payment of the consideration for a proposed acquisition (details of which are also disclosed in the Company’s circular dated 27 March 2006) and as to approximately HK$1.85 million for marketing the brands to be acquired under the proposed acquisition and the remaining balance of approximately HK$3.40 million for general working capital of the Company. All the proposed capital reorganisation, proposed open offer and proposed acquisition were approved by the shareholders of the Company on 20 April 2006.

On the basis that the Group will raise additional working capital from the proposed open offer, the directors consider that it is appropriate to prepare the financial statements on a going concern basis.

Had the going concern basis not been used, adjustments would have to be made to reclassify noncurrent liabilities to current liabilities, reduce the value of assets to their recoverable amounts and provide for any future liabilities which might arise.

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2. Adoption of new and revised Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards (“HKFRSs”) and Hong Kong Accounting Standards (“HKASs”)

The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (the “HKICPA”) has issued a number of new and revised HKFRSs, HKASs and Interpretations that are generally effective for accounting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2005. The Group has adopted the following HKFRSs and HKASs issued up to 31 December 2005 which are pertinent to its operations and relevant to these financial statements.

HKAS 1 Presentation of Financial Statements HKAS 2 Inventories HKAS 7 Cash Flow Statements HKAS 8 Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors HKAS 10 Events after the Balance Sheet Date HKAS 12 Income Taxes HKAS 16 Property, Plant and Equipment HKAS 17 Leases HKAS 18 Revenue HKAS 19 Employee Benefits HKAS 21 The Effects of Changes in Foreign Exchange Rates HKAS 24 Related Party Disclosures HKAS 27 Consolidated and Separate Financial Statements HKAS 32 Financial Instruments: Disclosure and Presentation HKAS 33 Earnings per Share HKAS 36 Impairment of Assets HKAS 37 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets HKAS 39 Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement HKAS 39 (Amendment) Transitional and Initial Recognition of Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities HKFRS 2 Share-based Payment

The adoption of HKASs 2, 7, 8, 10, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 27, 32, 33, 36, 37 and 39 has had no material impact on the Group’s accounting policies and the methods of computation, presentation and disclosure in the Group’s consolidated financial statements. The major effects on adoption of the other HKFRSs and HKASs are summaries as follows:

  • (a) The adoption of HKAS 1 requires the disclosure of judgments (apart from those involving estimations) and key assumptions concerning the future and other sources of estimation uncertainty. These disclosures are detailed in note 3 to the financial statements.

  • (b) The adoption of HKAS 24 affects the identification of related parties and the disclosure of related party transactions. These related party disclosures are presented in note 26 to the financial statements.

  • (c) The adoption of HKFRS 2 has resulted in a change in accounting policy for share options. Prior to this, no recognition and measurement of share-based payment transactions in which share options granted over shares in the Company were required until such options were exercised, at which time the share capital and share premium were credited with the proceeds received.

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With effect from 1 January 2005, in order to comply with HKFRS 2, the Group has adopted a new policy for share options. Under the new policy, the Group recognises the fair value of such share options as an expense with a corresponding increase recognised in a capital reserve within equity. Further details of the new policy are set out in note 4(l).

There were no share options granted by the Company after 7 November 2002 but had not vested before by 1 January 2005. Accordingly, the adoption of HKFRS 2 in respect of share options granted has had no effect on these financial statements.

The Group has not early applied the following new HKFRSs that have been issued by the HKICPA but not yet effective. The Group has considered these standards and interpretations but does not expect that they will have a material effect on the results of operation and financial position of the Group.

HKAS 1 (Amendment) Capital Disclosures
1
HKAS 19 (Amendment) Actuarial Gains and Losses, Group Plans and Disclosures
2
HKAS 21 (Amendment) The Effects of Changes in Foreign Exchange Rates – Net Investment
in a Foreign Operation
2
HKAS 39 (Amendment) Cash Flow Hedge Accounting of Forecast Intragroup Transactions
2
HKAS 39 (Amendment) The Fair Value Option
2
HKAS 39 and HKFRS 4 Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement and Insurance
(Amendment) Contracts – Financial Guarantee Contracts
2
HKFRS 6 Exploration for and Evaluation of Mineral Resources
2
HKFRS 7 Financial Instruments: Disclosures
1
HK(IFRIC) – INT 4 Determining Whether an Arrangement Contains a Lease
2
HK(IFRIC) – INT 5 Rights to Interests Arising from Decommissioning, Restoration and
Environmental Rehabilitation Funds
2
HK(IFRIC) – INT 6 Liabilities Arising from Participating in a Specific Market-Waste,
Electrical and Electronic Equipment
3
HK(IFRIC) – INT 7 Applying the Restatement Approach under HKAS 29 Financial
Reporting in Hyperinflationary Economies
4
HK(IFRIC) – INT 8 Scope of HKFRS 2
5
HK(IFRIC) – INT 9 Reassessment of Embedded Derivatives
6

1 Effective for the annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2007

2 Effective for the annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2006

3 Effective for the annual periods beginning on or after 1 December 2005

4 Effective for the annual periods beginning on or after 1 March 2006

5 Effective for the annual periods beginning on or after 1 May 2006

6 Effective for the annual periods beginning on or after 1 June 2006

3 . Critical accounting judgments and key source of estimation uncertainty

Estimates and judgments are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances.

The Group makes estimates and assumption concerning the future. The resulting accounting estimates will, by definition, seldom equal the related actual results.

There are no significant risk of key assumptions concerning the future and other key sources of estimation at the balance sheet date which will cause an adjustment to carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next year.

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There are no significant effects on amounts recognised in the financial statements arising from the judgments or estimates used by management.

4. Principal accounting policies

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with HKFRS and HKAS issued by the HKICPA, accounting principles generally accepted in Hong Kong and the disclosure requirements of the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance. In addition, the financial statements comply with the applicable disclosure provisions of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the GEM of the Stock Exchange. The measurement basis used in the preparation of the financial statements is the historical cost basis. The principal accounting policies adopted in the preparation of these financial statements are set out below:

(a) Group accounting

(i) Consolidation

The consolidated financial statements incorporate the financial statements of the Company and its subsidiaries made up to 31 March. The results of subsidiaries are consolidated from the date of acquisition, being the date on which the Group obtains control, until the date such control ceases. All significant inter-company transactions and balances within the Group are eliminated on consolidation.

A subsidiary is a company in which the Company, directly or indirectly, controls more than one half of the voting power or issued share capital or controls the composition of its board of directors or has power to govern its financial and operating policies.

Investments in subsidiaries are included in the Company’s balance sheet at cost less any identified impairment loss. The results of subsidiaries are accounted for by the Company on the basis of dividends received and receivable.

(ii) Associates

An associate is a company, not being a subsidiary or a jointly-controlled entity, in which the Group has a long term interest of generally not less than 20% of the equity voting rights and significant influence is exercised in its management.

The Group’s share of the post-acquisition results and reserves of associates is included in the consolidated income statement and consolidated reserves, respectively. The Group’s interests in associates are stated in the consolidated balance sheet at the Group’s share of net assets under the equity method of accounting less any impairment losses.

(b) Property, plant and equipment

Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses.

The cost of an item of property, plant and equipment comprises its purchase price and any directly attributable costs of bringing the asset to its working condition and location for its intended use. Expenditure incurred after items of property, plant and equipment have been put into operation, such as repairs and maintenance, is normally charged to the

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income statement in the period in which it is incurred. In situations where it can be clearly demonstrated that the expenditure has resulted in an increase in the future economic benefits expected to be obtained from the use of an item of property, plant and equipment, the expenditure is capitalised as an additional cost of that asset.

Depreciation is calculated on a straight-line basis to write off the cost of each item of property, plant and equipment over its estimated useful life. The principal annual rates are as follows:

Furniture, fixtures and office equipment, and computer equipment 20%-33.3%
Motor vehicles 25%
Moulds 50%

Useful lives and depreciation method are reviewed and adjusted if appropriate, at each balance sheet date.

An item of property, plant and equipment is derecognised upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected from its use. The gain or loss on disposal or retirement of an asset is the difference between the net sales proceeds and the carrying amount of the relevant asset, and is recognised in the income statement.

(c) Operating leases

Leases where substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of assets remain with the leasing company are accounted for as operating leases. Rentals applicable to operating leases net of any incentives received from the leasing company are charged to the income statement on straight-line basis over the lease term.

(d) Inventories

Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Net realisable value is determined on the basis of anticipated sales proceeds less estimated selling expenses.

(e) Financial instruments

Trade and other receivables

Trade and other receivables are initially recognised at fair value and thereafter stated at amortised cost less impairment losses for bad and doubtful debts, except where the receivables are interest-free loans made to related parties without any fixed repayment terms or the effect of discounting would be immaterial. In such cases, the receivables are stated at cost less impairment losses for bad and doubtful debts.

Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash at bank and on hand, demand deposits with bank.

Other payables

Other payable are initially recognised at fair value and thereafter stated at amortised cost unless the effects of discounting would be immaterial, in which case they are stated at cost.

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Share capital

Ordinary shares are classified as equity. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issuance of new shares are taken to equity as a deduction, net of tax, from the proceeds.

(f) Impairment

At each balance sheet date, the Group reviews the carrying amounts of its assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If the recoverable amount of an asset is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, the carrying amount of the asset is reduced to its recoverable amount. Impairment loss is recognised as an expenses immediately.

Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset in prior years. A reversal of an impairment loss is recognised as income immediately.

(g) Provisions

Provisions are recognised when the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of past events, it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation, and a reliable estimate of the amount can be made.

(h) Taxation

Income tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax.

The tax currently payable is based on taxable profit for the year. Taxable profit differs from net profit as reported in the income statement because it excludes items of income and expense that are taxable or deductible in other years, and it further excludes items that are never taxable or deductible. The Group’s liability for current tax is calculated using tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date.

Deferred tax is the tax expected to be payable or recoverable on temporary differences between the carrying amount of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit, and is accounted for using the balance sheet liability method. Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognised for all taxable temporary differences, and deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which deductible temporary differences can be utilised. Such assets and liabilities are not recognised if the temporary differences arises from the initial recognition (other than in a business combination) of assets and liabilities in a transaction that affects neither the accounting profit nor the tax profit.

The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at each balance sheet date and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered.

Deferred tax is calculated at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when the liability is settled or the asset realised. Deferred tax is charged or credited to the income statement, except when it relates to items charged or credited directly to equity, in which case the deferred tax is also dealt with in equity.

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(i) Related parties

For the purposes of these financial statements, parties are considered to be related to the Group if the Group has the ability, directly or indirectly, to control the party or exercise significant influence over the party in making financial and operating decisions, or vice versa, or where the Group and the party are subject to common control or common significant influence. Related parties may be individuals (being members of key management personnel, significant shareholders and/or their close family members) or other entities and include entities which are under the significant influence of related parties of the Group where those parties are individuals, and post-employment benefits plans which are for the benefit of employees of the Group or of any entity that is a related party of the Group.

(j) Foreign currencies

Items included in the financial statements of each of the Group entities are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates (“the functional currency”). The consolidated financial statements are presented in Hong Kong dollars (“HK$”), which is the Company’s functional and presentation currency.

In preparing the financial statements, transactions in currencies other than the Group entity’s functional currency (foreign currencies) are recorded at the rates of exchanges prevailing on the dates of the transactions. At each balance sheet date, monetary items denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the rates prevailing on the balance sheet date. Non-monetary items carried at fair value that are denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the rates prevailing on the date when the fair value is determined. Non-monetary items that are measured in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are not retranslated.

Exchange differences arising on the settlement of monetary items, and on the translation of monetary items, are recognised in the income statement in the period in which they arise. Exchange differences arising on the retranslation of non-monetary items carried at fair value are included in income statement for the period except for differences arising on the retranslation of non-monetary items in respect of which gains and losses are recognised directly in equity, in which case, the exchange differences are also recognised directly in equity.

On consolidation, the assets and liabilities of the Group’s operations outside Hong Kong are translated at exchange rates prevailing on the balance sheet date. Income and expense items are translated at the average exchange rates for the period. Exchange differences arising, if any, are classified as equity and transferred to the Group’s exchange reserve. Such translation differences are recognised as income or as expenses in the period in which the operation is disposed of.

(k) Employee benefits

Salaries, annual bonuses, paid annual leave, leave passage and the cost to the Group of non-monetary benefits are accrued in the year in which the associated services are rendered by employees of the Group. Where payment or settlement is deferred and the effect would be material, these amounts are stated at their present values.

Contributions to Mandatory Provident Fund as required under the Hong Kong Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Ordinance, are recognised as an expense in the income statement as incurred.

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(l) Share-based payments

The Company operates share option schemes for the purpose of providing incentives and rewards to eligible participants who contribute to the success of the Group’s operations. Employees (including directors) of the Group receive remuneration in the form of sharebased payment transactions, whereby employees render services as consideration for equity instruments (“equity-settled transactions”).

The cost of equity-settled transactions with employees is measured by reference to the fair value at the date at which they are granted. In valuing equity-settled transactions, no account is taken of any performance conditions, other than conditions linked to the price of the shares of the Company, if applicable.

The cost of equity-settled transaction is recognised, together with a corresponding increase in equity, over the period in which the performance and/or service conditions are fulfilled, ending on the date of which the relevant employees became fully entitled to the award (the “vesting date”). The cumulative expense recognised for equity-settlement transactions at each balance sheet date until the vesting date reflects the extent to which (i) the vesting period has expired, and (ii) the Group’s best estimate of the number of equity instruments that will ultimately vest. The charge or credit to the income statement for a period represents the movements in cumulative expense recognised as at the beginning and end of the period.

No expense is recognised for awards that do not ultimately vest, except for awards where vesting is conditional upon a market condition, which are treated as vesting irrespective of whether or not the market condition is satisfied, provided that all other performance conditions are satisfied.

Where the terms of an equity-settled award are modified, as a minimum an expense is recognised as if the terms had not been modified. In addition, an expense is recognised for any modification, which increases the total fair value of the share-based payment arrangement, or is otherwise beneficial to the employee as measured at the date of modification.

The dilutive effect of outstanding options is reflected as additional share dilution in the computation of earnings per share.

(m) Research and development costs

Costs incurred in the research and development of products of the Group are expensed as incurred unless the costs of development satisfy the criteria for the recognition of such costs as assets. During the year, all research and development costs have been expensed.

(n) Revenue recognition

Revenue from the sale of goods is recognised on the transfer of risks and rewards of ownership, which generally coincides with the time when goods are delivered to customers and the title has passed.

Interest income is recognised as it accrues using the effective interest method.

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5. Revenue

Revenue, which is also the Group’s turnover, represents net invoiced value of goods sold, less discounts and returns.

No activity analysis and geographical analysis are presented for the years ended 31 March 2006 and 2005 as substantially all the Group’s turnover and contribution to results were derived from the design, development and sales of location-based technology devices and applications in Hong Kong.

6. Loss before taxation

Loss before taxation is stated after charging/(crediting) the following:

2006 2005
HK$’000 HK$’000
Auditors’ remuneration
— current year 250 250
— under provision in prior year 80
Building management fee 251 201
Depreciation of fixed assets
— owned assets 11,194 11,757
— assets held under finance leases 15
Exchange loss 10
Legal and professional fees 680 531
Operating lease rental in respect of land and buildings 310 499
Research and development costs * 1,010 1,120
Retirement benefits costs ** (4) 33
Telephone 259 374
  • Included in the research and development costs were staff costs of HK$1,008,000 (2005: HK$1,043,000) which had also been included in staff costs in the consolidated income statement.

  • ** This item is included in staff costs in the consolidated income statement.

7. Taxation

  • (a) No provision for Hong Kong profits tax has been made in the financial statements as the Group has no assessable profit for the years ended 31 March 2006 and 2005.

  • (b) No provision for overseas taxation has been made for the year as the subsidiaries operating in the PRC had no assessable income for PRC taxation purpose.

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  • (c) The taxation for the year can be reconciled to loss before taxation per the consolidated income statement as follow:
Loss before taxation
Tax at the domestic income tax rate of 17.5%
Tax effect of non-deductible expenses
Tax effect of non-taxable income
Effect on different tax rates of subsidiaries operating
in other jurisdictions
Deferred tax assets not recognised
2006
HK$’000
(17,726)
(3,102)
230

28
2,844
2005
HK$’000
(17,163)
(3,003)
252
(115)
27
2,839

8. Loss attributable to shareholders

The loss attributable to shareholders is dealt with in the financial statements of the Company to the extent of HK$6,517,000 (2005: profit of HK$88,000).

9. Loss per share

The calculation of basic loss per share is based on the loss for the year of approximately HK$17,726,000 (2005: HK$17,163,000) and the weighted average number of 122,367,968 ordinary shares (2005 (restated): 118,183,200 ordinary shares) in issue during the year.

The weighted average number is stated after taking into consideration of the consolidation of shares by way of every five existing shares into one new consolidated share (“Share Consolidation”). The Share Consolidation was effective on 22 June 2006. Further details of the Share Consolidation are also disclosed in note 29 “Post balance sheet event”.

Diluted loss per share is not presented for the years ended 31 March 2006 and 2005 as there were no potential dilutive shares outstanding during both years.

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10. Directors’ and senior management’s emoluments

The remuneration of each director for the year ended 31 March 2006 and 2005 are set out below:

2006
Executive directors
Tsoi Siu Ching, Leo_(note 1)
Leung Tak Wah
Yu Wai Yin, Vicky
(note 2)
Lo Mun Lam, Raymond
(note 3)
Independent non-executive directors
Liu Kwong Sang
(note 4)
Chan Chi Tong
(note 5)
Huang Hai Wen
(note 1)
Sum Chun Ho
(note 6)
Lum Pak Sum
(note 7)
Wan Kwok Pan
(note 8)
Total
2005
_Executive directors

Tsoi Siu Ching, Leo
Leung Tak Wah
Independent non-executive directors
Liu Kwong Sang
Chan Chi Tong
Huang Hai Wen
Ku Ngai_(note 9)_
Total
Salaries and
Retirement
scheme
Fees
allowances
contribution
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000




260
12
70








70


64


35





6

6
245
260
12
Salaries and
Retirement
scheme
Fees
allowances
contribution
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000

250
2

179
8



154


76





230
429
10
Total
HK$’000

272
70


70
64
35


517
Total
HK$’000
252
187

154
76

669

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Note:

  1. Mr. Tsoi and Mr. Huang resigned on 31 August 2005

  2. Ms. Yu was appointed on 26 August 2005

  3. Mr. Lo was appointed on 13 September 2005

  4. Mr. Liu resigned on 8 February 2006

  5. Mr. Chan resigned on 15 September 2005

  6. Mr. Sum was appointed on 26 August 2005

  7. Mr. Lum was appointed on 13 September 2005

  8. Mr. Wan was appointed on 8 February 2006

  9. Mr. Ku resigned on 29 June 2004

During the year ended 31 March 2005, Mr. Tsoi Siu Ching, Leo waived his salaries to the amount of HK$248,000. The waived amount has not been included in the above disclosure. Apart from this, no directors waived or agreed to waive any of their emoluments in respect of the years ended 31 March 2006 and 2005.

The five individuals whose emoluments were the highest in the Group for the year include one (2005: one) director, details of whose emoluments are set out in above. Details of the emoluments of the remaining four (2005: four) non-director, highest paid employees of the Group for the year are as follows:

Basic salaries, allowances and other benefits in kind
Retirement benefits scheme contributions
2006
HK$’000
675
31
706
2005
HK$’000
1,041
38
1,079

The emoluments of each of the non-director, highest paid individuals for the years ended 31 March 2006 and 2005 fell within Nil to HK$1,000,000 band.

During the year ended 31 March 2006 and 2005, no emoluments were paid by the Group to any of the directors or the five highest paid individuals as an inducement to join or upon joining the Group or as compensation for loss of office.

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11. Retirement benefit costs

The Group operates a mandatory provident fund scheme (“the MPF Scheme”) under the Hong Kong Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Ordinance for employees employed under the jurisdiction of the Hong Kong Employment Ordinance. The MPF scheme is defined contribution retirement scheme administrated by independent trustees. Under the MPF Scheme, the employer and its employees are each required to make contributions to the scheme at 5% of the employees’ relevant income, subject to a cap of monthly relevant income of HK$20,000. Contributions to the Scheme vest immediately. At the balance sheet date, there was no forfeited contribution, which arose upon employees leaving the retirement benefits scheme and which are available to reduce the contribution payable in the future years.

12. Property, plant and equipment

Furniture
fixture
Computer
and office
equipment
equipment
HK$’000
HK$’000
Cost
At 1 April 2004
58,641
86
Additions
39

At 31 March 2005
58,680
86
At 1 April 2005
58,680
86
Additions
9

Write-off
(58,689)
(86)
At 31 March 2006


Depreciation, amortisation
and impairment loss
At 1 April 2004
29,947
60
Charge for the year
11,730
17
At 31 March 2005
41,677
77
At 1 April 2005
41,677
77
Charge for the year
11,185
9
Eliminated on write-off
(52,862)
(86)
At 31 March 2006


Net book value
At 31 March 2006


At 31 March 2005
17,003
9
Motor
vehicles
HK$’000
213

213
213

(213)

188
25
213
213

(213)


Moulds
HK$’000
187

187
187

(187)

187

187
187

(187)


Total
HK$’000
59,127
39
59,166
59,166
9
(59,175)

30,382
11,772
42,154
42,154
11,194
(53,348)


17,012

At 31 March 2006, no property, plant and equipment were held under finance leases. At 31 March 2005, the net book value of property, plant and equipment held by the Group under finance leases included in the total amount of furniture, fixtures and office equipment amounted to HK$8,000.

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13. Investment in subsidiaries

Amounts due from subsidiaries_(note (b))_
_Less:_provision
Company
2006
2005
HK$’000
HK$’000
97,629
92,414
(97,629)
(92,414)

Company
2006
2005
HK$’000
HK$’000
97,629
92,414
(97,629)
(92,414)

(a) The following is a list of the subsidiaries of the Company as at 31 March 2006:

Issued and
Principal fully paid up
activities and share capital/
Name of company Place of incorporation place of operation registered capital Interest held
Shares held directly:
Satellite Devices (BVI) The British Virgin Islands Investment holding in Ordinary US$3 100%
Limited Hong Kong
Satellite Devices The British Virgin Islands Investment holding in Ordinary US$1 100%
Intelligence (BVI) Hong Kong
Limited
Shares held indirectly:
Satellite Devices Limited Hong Kong Design, development Ordinary 100%
and sale of location HK$5,000,000
based technology
devices and
applications in
Hong Kong
衛科導航技術(深圳) The People’s Republic of Provision of technical Registered capital 100%
有限公司 China excluding support services HK$3,000,000
(“Satellite Devices Hong Kong (the “PRC”) in the PRC
Technology
(Shenzhen) Company
Limited”)
Predominate Technology The British Virgin Islands Investment holding in Ordinary US$1 100%
Limited Hong Kong
Satellite Devices Hong Kong Inactive Ordinary HK$1 100%
Intelligence Limited

Satellite Devices Technology (Shenzhen) Company Limited has adopted 31 December as its financial year end date in order to comply with the Accounting Regulations of the People’s Republic of China for Enterprises with Foreign Investment.

(b) The amounts due from subsidiaries are unsecured, interest free and have no fixed terms of repayment.

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14. Investments in associates

Share of net assets
Amount due to an associate_(note (b))_
2006
HK$’000
1,474
(1,470)
4
2005
HK$’000
1,474
(1,470)
4
  • (a) The following is a list of the associates of the Group at 31 March 2006:
Principal
Place activities and Interest
and date of place of Issued held
Company incorporation operation share capital indirectly
Telematics Systems Hong Kong Inactive Ordinary 40%
Limited 22 June 2001 shares of
HK$10,000
New Era Telematics Hong Kong Inactive Ordinary 49%
Limited 5 September shares of
2001 K$3,000,000

Telematics Systems Limited and New Era Telematics Limited have adopted 31 December as their financial year end date.

  • (b) The amount due to an associate is unsecured, interest free and has no fixed terms of repayment.

15. Inventories

As at 31 March 2005, all inventories were carried at cost.

16. Trade receivables

The Group has a policy of allowing its trade customers with credit period normally ranged from 30 to 90 days. The aging analysis of trade receivables is as follows:

0 – 30 days
31 – 60 days
61 – 90 days
Over 90 days
_Less:_Provision for doubtful debts
2006
HK$’000
283
45

12,719
13,047
(12,719)
328
2005
HK$’000
98
45
8
15,237
15,388
(15,217)
171

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17. Cash and cash equivalents

The cash and cash equivalents at 31 March 2006 and 2005 comprised cash and bank balances only. Cash at bank earns interest at floating rates based on daily bank deposit rates. The carrying amount of the cash and cash equivalents approximate to their fair values.

18. Amount due to a fellow subsidiary

The amount is due to Arcon Technology Limited (“ATL”) and is unsecured, interest-free and repayable on demand. During the year, ATL assigned the amount due to it to a third party and the amount was included in other loan in the consolidated balance sheet at 31 March 2006.

19. Amount due to a director

The amount is due to Mr. Tsoi Siu Ching, Leo and is unsecured, interest-free and repayable on demand. During the year, Mr. Tsoi assigned the amount due to him to Executive Talent Limited, a company incorporated in the British Virgin Islands (“ETL”). The amount due to ETL was subsequently capitalised as detailed in note 20 below.

20. Share capital

Ordinary shares of HK$0.1 each
Authorised:
At 1 April 2004, 31 March 2005 and 31 March 2006
Issued and fully paid:
At 1 April 2004 and 31 March 2005
Issue of shares upon loan capitalisation_(note)_
At 31 March 2006
Number of shares
10,000,000,000
590,916,000
67,585,863
658,501,863
Amount
HK$’000
1,000,000
59,092
6,758
65,850

Note: On 9 December 2005, 67,585,863 new ordinary shares of HK$0.1 each were issued and allotted at par to a creditor, Executive Talent Limited, pursuant to a loan capitalisation deed entered into on 10 October 2005 with the creditor. Details of the loan capitalisation were disclosed in the Company’s circular dated 27 March 2006. This is also the major non-cash transaction during the year.

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21. Share options

The Company adopted a Share Option Scheme (the “Scheme”) on 6 March 2002. Under the terms of the Scheme, the board of directors of the Company (the “Board”) may, at their discretion, grant options to selected persons to subscribe for shares in the Company as incentives or rewards for their contribution to the Group. The maximum number of shares in respect of which options may be granted under the Scheme may not exceed 30% of the issued share capital of the Company.

The subscription price will be determined by the Board and will not be less than the highest of (i) the nominal value of the shares on the date of offer, (ii) the closing price of the shares on the date of grant of the options, and (iii) the average of the closing prices of the shares on the five business days immediately preceding the date of offer of the options. The total number of shares issued and to be issued upon exercise of the options granted to each grantee (including both exercised and outstanding options) in any 12-month period up to the date of grant shall not exceed 1% of the shares in issue at the date of grant. The Scheme is valid and effective for a period of ten years from the listing of the Company’s shares on the GEM on 26 March 2002. Any options granted under the Scheme may be exercised at any time during a period to be notified by the Board to each grantee but may not be exercised after the expiry of ten years from the date of grant of the option. Upon acceptance of the option, the grantee must pay HK$1.00 to the Company by way of consideration for the grant.

No share option was granted under the Scheme since its adoption.

22. Reserves

The amounts of the Group’s reserves and the movements therein for the current and prior year are presented in the consolidated statement of changes in equity on page 24 of the financial statements.

Company
At 1 April 2004
Profit for the year
At 31 March 2005
At 1 April 2005
Loss for the year
At 31 March 2006
Share
premium
HK$’000
34,698

34,698
34,698

34,698
Accumulated
losses
HK$’000
(94,426)
88
(94,338)
(94,338)
(6,517)
(100,855)
Total
HK$’000
(59,728)
88
(59,640)
(59,640)
(6,517)
(66,157)

Note: The share premium account of the Company is the premium from the shares issued. Under the Companies Law of the Cayman Islands, the share premium is distributable to the shareholders of the Company, provided that immediately following the date on which the dividend is proposed to be distributed, the Company will be in a position to pay off its debts as and when they fall due in the ordinary course of business.

In the opinion of the director, the Company had no reserve available for distributions to shareholders at the balance sheet date.

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23. Other loan

The other loan is unsecured, interest bearing at the rate of 10% per annum and repayable by 4 quarterly instalments with the first instalment due on 30 June 2007.

24. Deferred taxation

The following are the major deferred tax liabilities and assets recognised and movements thereon during current and prior accounting period:

Accelerated
tax depreciation
HK$’000
At 1 April 2004
4,880
Charged/(credited) to
consolidated income statement
(2,011)
At 31 March 2005
2,869
At 1 April 2005
2,869
Charged/(credited) to
consolidated income statement
(2,876)
At 31 March 2006
(7)
Tax
losses
HK$’000
(4,880)
2,011
(2,869)
(2,869)
2,876
7
Total
HK$’000


For purpose of the balance sheet presentation, the above deferred tax assets and liabilities were offset.

As at 31 March 2006, the Group had unused tax losses of approximately HK$97,339,000 (2005: approximately HK$98,477,000) available for offset against future profits. A deferred tax asset was recognised for the year ended 31 March 2006 in respect of HK$40,000 (2005: HK$16,393,000) of such losses. No deferred tax asset has been recognised in respect of the remaining tax losses due to the unpredictability of future profit streams. The unrecognised tax losses may be carried forward indefinitely.

The Company had no significant unprovided deferred taxation at the balance sheet date.

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25. Financial risk management

The Group’s activities exposed it mainly to currency risk and credit risk. The Group’s overall risk management programme seeks to minimize potential adverse effects on the Group’s financial performance.

(a) Credit risk

The Group is exposed to credit risk, which is the risk that a counterparty will be unable to pay amounts in full when due. It arises primarily from the Group’s bank deposits and trade and other receivables. Cash transactions are limited to high-credit-quality institutions. In respect of the receivables, the Group reviews the recoverable amount of each individual receivable at each balance sheet date to ensure that adequate impairment losses, if necessary, are made for irrecoverable amounts. In this regard, the directors of the Company consider that the Company’s credit risk is significantly reduced.

(b) Currency risk

The Group’s principal businesses are mainly conducted and recorded in Hong Kong dollars and Renminbi Yuan. Therefore, the Group does not have any significant exposure to currency risk.

(c) Interest rate risk

The Group’s exposure to changes in interest rates is mainly attributable to its interest bearing unsecured loan. The unsecured loan at fixed rate exposes the Group to fair value interest rate risk. The Group has not used any interest rate swaps to hedge its exposure to interest rate risk.

26. Related party transactions

Other than related party transactions in respect of key management personnel remuneration, amount due to a fellow subsidiary and amount due to a director, which were disclosed in notes 10, 18 and 19 respectively, the Group entered into the following transactions with a fellow subsidiary in the ordinary course of business:

2006 2005
HK$’000 HK$’000
Office rental expenses paid and
payable to Arcon Technology Limited 16

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27. Commitments

(a) Commitment under operating leases

As at 31 March 2006, the Group had future aggregate minimum lease payments under noncancellable operating leases in respect of land and buildings falling due as follows:

Within one year
In the second to fifth years inclusive
2006
HK$’000
93
77
170
2005
HK$’000
166
9
175

(b) Capital commitments in respect of acquisition of property, plant and equipment

As at 31 March 2006, the Group had commitments in respect of acquisition of property, plant and equipment as follows:

Contracted but not provided for
Authorised but not contracted for
2006
HK$’000


2005
HK$’000
540
540

(c) Capital commitments in respect of investment in a subsidiary

As at 31 March 2006, the Group had unprovided capital commitments amounting to HK$857,000 (2006: HK$857,000) in respect of the investment in a subsidiary, Satellite Devices Technology (Shenzhen) Company Limited, being the balance of the required capital contribution to this subsidiary by the Group as at that date.

(d) Capital commitments in respect of acquisition of a company

On 10 October 2005 and 24 November 2005, the Company entered into a sale and purchase agreement and supplemental agreement respectively, with Chung Chiu Limited, a company incorporated in the British Virgin Islands with its principal office in Hong Kong, (the “Vendor”) for the acquisition of the entire issued share capital of Hip Kin Retailing Limited, a company incorporated in Hong Kong (“HKR”) at the consideration of HK$80 million. The consideration shall be satisfied by (i) approximately HK$18.48 million in cash out of the estimated net proceeds from the proposed open offer (as detailed in note 29 below) and the issue of convertible note for the remaining balance of approximately HK$61.52 million. The proposed acquisition of HKR is subject to the Company’s shareholders’ approval and certain conditions, among of which are the Capital Reorganisation having become effective and the completion of Open Offer (both as defined below). Further details of the proposed acquisition are set out in the Company’s circular dated 27 March 2006. Such proposed acquisition was approved by the Company’s shareholders on 20 April 2006.

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28. Litigation

On 29 June 2005, a landlord issued writ against Satellite Devices Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, to claim for the arrears of rent, rates, air-conditioning and management fee, reinstatement costs and late payment interest for a total amount of approximately HK$331,000. Full provision for this amount had been made in the financial statements.

Apart from the action against the Group disclosed above, there are no other material outstanding writs and litigations against the Group and/or the Company.

29. Post balance sheet events

On 20 April 2006, the following proposals which are detailed in the Company’s circular dated 27 March 2006 (the “Circular”), were approved by the shareholders of the Company:

  • (i) proposed capital reorganisation (“Capital Reorganisation”) — (i) every five existing issued and unissued shares of HK$0.10 each in the share capital of the Company be consolidated into one share of HK$0.50 each (the “Consolidated Share”) in the capital of the Company (the “Share Consolidation”); (ii) the issued share capital of the Company be reduced (the “Capital Reduction”) by cancelling paid-up capital to the extent of HK$0.49 on each Consolidated Share in the capital of the Company in issue on the date the Capital Reduction become effective (the “Effective Date”) so that each issued share in the capital of the Company shall be treated as one fully-paid up share of HK$0.01 each in the capital of the Company (the “New Share”); (iii) the authorised but unissued share capital of the Company be sub-divided by subdividing each of the authorised but unissued shares of HK$0.50 each in the capital of the Company into fifty new shares of HK$0.01 each; and (iv) the credit amount arising from the Capital Reduction be applied to a distributable reserve of the Company where it may be utilised by the directors of the Company in accordance with the articles of association of the Company and all applicable laws, including to eliminate the accumulated losses of the Company as at the Effective Date. The Capital Reorganisation had become effective on 22 June 2006;

  • (ii) proposed open offer (“Open Offer”) — conditional upon the Capital Reorganisation having become effective and other conditions set out in the Circular being satisfied, the issue by way of open offer of 395,101,116 shares of HK$0.01 each in the share capital of the Company upon the Capital Reorganisation (the “Offer Shares”) to the Qualifying Shareholders (as defined in the Circular) for subscription on the basis of three Offer Shares for every one share of HK$0.01 at a price of HK$0.065 per Offer Share; and

  • (iii) the proposed acquisition of HKR as mentioned in note 27 above.

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4. UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Set out below are the unaudited financial statements together with the relevant notes thereto as extracted from the third quarterly report of Golife for the nine months ended 30 September 2008. For avoidance of doubt, capitalised terms used in the extract below shall have the meaning as ascribed to them in the third quarterly report of Golife for the nine months ended 30 September 2008.

Condensed Consolidated Income Statement — Unaudited

For the nine months ended 30 September 2008

Note
TURNOVER
Cost of sales
Gross profit
Other revenues and
gains
4
Selling and
distribution costs
Administrative
expenses
Other expenses and
losses
5
Finance costs
6
Share of loss of
jointly controlled
entities
PROFIT/(LOSS)
BEFORE TAX
7
Tax
8
PROFIT/(LOSS)
ATTRIBUTABLE TO
SHAREHOLDERS
DIVIDEND
9
Earnings/(loss) per
share
10
Basic
Diluted
For the three months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
15,926
17,427
(7,516)
(5,998)
8,410
11,429
276
2,702
(742)
(1,558)
(24,713)
(14,032)
(131)

(426)
(346)

(180)
(17,326)
(1,985)

(213)
(17,326)
(2,198)


(6.40)
(0.88)
cents
cents
N/A
N/A
For the nine months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
51,177
39,454
(23,298)
(13,845)
27,879
25,609
5,354
6,071
(2,497)
(2,085)
(58,386)
(29,353)
(13,705)

(1,097)
(1,254)

(233)
(42,452)
(1,245)
(12)
(734)
(42,464)
(1,979)


(16.53)
(0.99)
cents
cents
N/A
N/A

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Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

1. General Information

Golife Concepts Holdings Limited (the “Company”) was incorporated as an exempted company with limited liability in the Cayman Islands on 11 June 2001 under the Companies Law, Cap 22 (Law 3 of 1961, as consolidated and revised) of the Cayman Islands. The Company’s shares have been listed on the Growth Enterprise Market (the “GEM”) of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (“the Stock Exchange”) since 26 March 2002.

The registered office and principal place of business of the Company are located at Cricket Square, Hutchins Drive, P.O. Box 2681, Grand Cayman KY1-1111 Cayman Islands and Suite A, 15/F., Wyndham Place, 40-44 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong respectively.

The Company’s principal activity is investment holding. The principal activity of its subsidiaries is distribution of high-end apparel and accessories.

2. Basis of Preparation and Accounting Policies

The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements (the “Financial Statements”) have been prepared in accordance with all applicable Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards, including the Hong Kong Accounting Standards and Interpretations issued by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants; accounting principles generally accepted in Hong Kong and the disclosure requirements of the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance. In addition, the Financial Statements comply with the applicable disclosure provisions of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the GEM of the Stock Exchange. They have been prepared under the historical cost convention, except for certain financial assets which have been measured at fair value.

The accounting policies and basis of preparation adopted in the preparation of the Financial Statements are consistent with those adopted in annual financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2007.

All significant transactions and balances within the Group have been eliminated on consolidation.

The Financial Statements have not been audited by the Company’s auditors, but have been reviewed by the Company’s audit committee.

3. Turnover

The Group’s principal activity is distribution of high-end apparel and accessories. Turnover represents the net invoiced value of goods sold, after allowances for returns and trade discounts and the value of services rendered.

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4. Other Revenues and Gains

For the three months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
Bank interest income
230
13
Fair value gain on
financial assets at
fair value through
profit or loss


Profit on disposal of
financial assets at
fair value through
profit or loss
16
2,180
Profit on disposal of
derivative financial
instruments


Profit on disposal of
subsidiaries

392
Management services
income
30
117
Waiver of other
payable


276
2,702
Other Expenses and Losses
For the three months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
Fair value loss on
financial assets at
fair value through
profit or loss
31

Loss on disposal of
financial assets at
fair value through
profit or loss
100

Loss on disposal of
derivative financial
instruments


Break-up fee for
a terminated
acquisition_(note)_


131
For the nine months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
591
13

346
16
5,040
3,057


392
90
280
1,600

5,354
6,071
For the nine months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
482

140

783

12,300

13,705
For the nine months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
591
13

346
16
5,040
3,057


392
90
280
1,600

5,354
6,071
For the nine months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
482

140

783

12,300

13,705

5. Other Expenses and Losses

Note: Upon termination of the agreement to purchase 96.57% of a French company, a break-up fee of EUR 1 million was paid to the counterparties accordingly.

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6. Finance Costs

For the three months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
Interest on convertible
notes
145

Interest on bank loans
and overdrafts
wholly repayable
within five years
268
346
Interest on finance
leases
13

426
346
7.
Profit/(Loss) before Tax
Profit/(loss) before tax is arrived at after charging:
For the three months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
Cost of inventories
sold
7,516
5,998
Depreciation
1,097
460
Minimum lease
payments under
operating leases on
land and buildings
5,401
3,774
8.
Tax
For the three months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
Current income tax
Hong Kong

131
Overseas

82
Under provision for
prior years
Overseas



213
For the nine months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
161
498
897
743
39
13
1,097
1,254
For the nine months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
23,298
13,845
3,521
931
15,344
9,357
For the nine months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000

637

97
12

12
734
For the nine months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
161
498
897
743
39
13
1,097
1,254
For the nine months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
23,298
13,845
3,521
931
15,344
9,357
For the nine months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000

637

97
12

12
734
734

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No provision for Hong Kong profits tax has been made as the Group did not generate any assessable profits arising in Hong Kong during the period. In the corresponding period last year, Hong Kong profits tax was provided at the rate of 17.5% on the estimated assessable profits arising in Hong Kong.

Taxation on overseas profits has been calculated on the estimated assessable profit for the period at the rates of tax prevailing in the countries in which the Group operates.

9. Dividend

The Board does not recommend the payment of dividend for the nine months ended 30 September 2008 (2007: Nil).

10. Earnings/(Loss) Per Share

The calculation of basic earnings/(loss) per share is calculated by dividing the net profit/(loss) attributable to shareholders by the weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue during the period.

Profit/(loss) attributable to shareholders
Weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue
For the nine months
ended 30 September
2008
2007
HK$’000
HK$’000
(42,464)
(1,979)
Number of shares
256,820,965
199,403,008

Diluted earnings/(loss) per share is not presented as the convertible bonds and share options had antidilutive effects.

The weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue has been adjusted for the effect of share consolidation on 13 August 2008.

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11. Reserves

At 1 January 2007
Conversion of
convertible notes
Placing of new shares
Cost of placing of new
shares
Loss for the period
As at 30 September
2007
At 1 January 2008
Issue of convertible
bonds
Conversion of
convertible bonds
Loss for the period
As at 30 September
2008
Share
premium
Equity
component
of
convertible
notes
Share-based
payments
reserve
Accumulated
losses
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
55,642
11,316

(40,678)
53,300
(11,316)


23,250



(335)






(1,979)
131,857


(42,657)
132,103

98
(132,918)

5,587


1,673
(89)





(42,464)
133,776
5,498
98
(175,382)
Total
HK$’000
26,280
41,984
23,250
(335)
(1,979)
89,200
(717)
5,587
1,584
(42,464)
(36,010)

12. Comparative Figures

Certain comparative figures have been reclassified to conform with current period’s presentation.

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5. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF GOLIFE

The following management discussion and analysis of Golife for the respective periods as stated below is extracted from the relevant annual reports and quarterly report of Golife. For avoidance of doubt, capitalised terms used in the extract below shall have the meaning as ascribed to them in the relevant annual reports and quarterly report of Golife.

For the year ended 31 March 2005

Financial Results

During the year under review, the group continues to engage in the design, development and sale of location based technology devices and applications in Hong Kong. The market conditions of the business remained harsh and very competitive.

The Group recorded a turnover of approximately HK$1.44 million for the year ended 31 March 2005, representing a decrease of approximately HK$13.33 million or 90% as compared with last year’s HK$14.78 million. The loss attributable to shareholders is approximately HK$17.16 million.

Business Review

Due to the growth of business in car security monitoring market condition of the Group, a self-owned and well equipped control centre has already been sat up to meet its demand. A team of well-trained control centre operators serves the clients 24 hours a day; 7 days a week. We believe our services have been improved after we have taken up the role of car security monitoring from our co-partner.

The hard effort in developing our products and services in target segment is going on. The number of members for subscription of service is gradually increased especially we have jointly worked with Canful Motors Limited. We are keeping close touch with other great luxurious private car dealers to seek for opportunity to enlarge our business with them.

The Group is now re-engineering its products by developing GPRS solution replacing currently using SMS message. The costs for communication channel will substantially be reduced.

With the continued improvement of the economies in Hong Kong, the import of great luxurious private car becomes more favorable. It is believed that the demand for security monitoring system would increase. Nevertheless, the prospect for the security monitoring industry is still challenging due to keen competition from local and PRC competitors. As such, the Group would stay vigilant over the market environment and would maintain a prudent and conservative approach to its business.

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In order to improve the Group’s operating results, the Group will continue to implement stringent cost control measures.

Capital Structure

There has been no change in the capital structure of the Company during the year under review. The capital of the Company comprises only ordinary shares.

Financial Resources And Liquidity

As at 31 March 2005, the Group has total assets of approximately HK$17.8 million, which was mainly financed by current liabilities of approximately HK$12.7 million and shareholders’ fund amounting to approximately HK$5.1 million. The ratio of total liabilities over the shareholders’ funds is at 2.47 as at 31 March 2005.

Current assets amounted to approximately HK$0.8 million which mainly comprised of approximately HK$0.3 million inventories and HK$0.1 million cash and bank balance. The working capital ratio is 0.06 as at 31 March 2005.

The Group had no banking facilities available or any bank loans outstanding as at 31 March 2005.

The Directors believe that the Group has a strong financial position. The Group is comfortable that existing financial resources will be sufficient for future expansion plans. Should other opportunities arise requiring additional funding, the Directors believe the Group is in a good position to obtain financing on favorable terms.

Foreign Exchange Exposure

The revenues of the Group are denominated mostly in Hong Kong Dollars. The group has minimal exposure to foreign exchange fluctuations and seldom needs to make use of financial instruments for hedging purposes.

Charges on Group Assets and Contingent Liabilities

As at 31 March 2005, there was no charge made on the Group’s assets and any material contingent liability outstanding.

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Employees

As at 31 March 2005, the Group had a total of 20 employees as comparing to 24 last year, who are engaged in the following operations:

Engineering and R&D
Sales and marketing (including field application engineers)
Finance, accounting, operation and administration
Total headcount
10
4
6
20

Employees in both Hong Kong and Mainland China are remunerated according to their performance and work experience. In addition to basic salaries, staff benefits include medical scheme, share options and performance bonus.

Significant Investments/Material Acquisitions and Disposals of Subsidiaries

During the year, the Group had no significant investments and no material acquisitions or disposal of subsidiaries.

Future Prospects

As per keen competition, our management team was very cautious in using the precious financial resources of the Group. We have focused on the fleet management and security monitoring system on vehicles. We expect we would diversify our products and services in Macau and PRC. The group would fine-tune its existing operations and strive for long term returns for the Company and our shareholders.

For the year ended 31 March 2006

Financial Results

For the year ended 31 March 2006, the Company and its subsidiaries (collectively the “Group”) continued to focus on the security monitoring services and recorded an audited consolidated turnover of HK$1,359,000, which was trading at a similar level as of last year. The loss attributable to shareholders (the “Shareholders”) of the Company this year of HK$17.73 million was also at a similar level as of last year. However, for the year ended 31 March 2006, staff cost was reduced by approximately HK$0.50 million and the successful recovery of an amount of bad debt provision, amounting to HK$2.50 million was also recorded. These savings were offset by the provision made against out-dated equipment and software amounting to HK$5.83 million. The market for our services has not grown since the last financial year, although the market in general remained very competitive.

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Business Review

In 2005 and the first quarter of 2006, the Group continued to operate under keen competition. The Group has been exploring opportunities and additional sales channels for its 3G Skyeye Monitoring System by cooperating with other car dealers and insurance companies but the response from the insurance companies has not been encouraging. In August 2005, Mr. Tsoi resigned from the Group as Chairman of the board (the “Board”) of directors, Chief Executive and Executive Director. The Group immediately sought qualified replacements. To strengthen the business prospects of the Group, additional directors were recruited to provide advice and service support. Furthermore, the Group also tried to improve its operational efficiency by reducing its administration headcounts and mitigating its overhead expenses by implementing tight operational control. For the year ended 31 March 2006, the Group was in pursuit of capital improvements, rationalizing and strategizing its operations to promote the return of profitability.

Capital Structure

The Board announced on 25 November 2005 that the Company and Executive Talent Limited (the “Creditor”) entered into a deed on 10 October 2005 whereby the Company proposed to issue 67,585,863 shares (the “Loan Shares”) at HK$0.10 each to the Creditor as full repayment of a loan owed by the Company to the Creditor (the “Loan Capitalisation”). The Loan Shares represent approximately 11.44% of the issued share capital of the Company prior to the completion of the Loan Capitalisation and approximately 10.26% of the enlarged share capital of the Company upon completion of the Loan Capitalisation which took place on 9 December 2005. It was also announced that the Board intended to put forward proposals to the Shareholders in relation to the (1) proposed capital reorganisation; (2) proposed open offer; and (3) proposed acquisition. All the proposals were submitted to the Shareholders for their approval in the extraordinary general meeting of the Company (the “EGM”) held on 20 April 2006. The Directors are delighted to mention that all the special resolutions proposed at the EGM were approved, the approval of which will greatly enhance the future operations of the Group. The proposed capital reorganisation of the Group became effective on 22 June 2006.

Financial Resources and Liquidity

As at 31 March 2006, the Group has total assets of approximately HK$0.5 million, which was mainly financed by current liabilities of approximately HK$1.5 million, non-current liabilities of approximately HK$4.8 million and shareholders’ deficits amounting to approximately HK$5.8 million. The ratio of total liabilities over the shareholders’ fund is not applicable as at 31 March 2006 as the shareholders’ fund is negative.

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Current assets amounted to approximately HK$0.5 million which is mainly comprised of trade receivable and cash and bank balance of approximately HK$0.3 million and HK$0.1 million respectively. The working capital ratio is 0.30 as at 31 March 2006.

The Group had no banking facilities available or any bank loan outstanding as at 31 March 2006.

Foreign Exchange Exposure

The revenue of the Group was denominated mostly in Hong Kong Dollars. The Group has minimal exposure to foreign exchange fluctuations and seldom needs to make use of financial instruments for hedging purpose.

Charges on Group Assets and Contingent Liabilities

As at 31 March 2006, there was no charge made on the Group’s assets and any material contingent liability outstanding.

Employees

As at 31 March 2006, the Group had a total of 15 employees as comparing to 20 last year, who are engaged in the following operations:

Engineering and R & D
Sales and Marketing (including field application engineers)
Finance, accounting, operation and administration
Total headcount
9
1
5
15

Employees in both Hong Kong and Mainland China are remunerated according to their performance and work experience.

Significant Investment and Material Acquisitions and Disposals of Subsidiaries

As reported in the circular to Shareholders dated 27 March 2006, the Group proposed to acquire the entire share interest of Hip Kin Retailing Limited. The proposed acquisition was approved by the Shareholders at the EGM of 20 April 2006. Hip Kin Retailing Limited has been the exclusive distribution of (i) London based Anya Hindmarch, a brand offering chic designer ladies’ handbags, leather accessories, luggage, shoes and apparel, in Hong Kong since 1995 and in Taiwan since 2002; (ii) Paris-based Paule Ka, a women’s wear design house offering a “young couture” style that appeal to women who opt for subtly elegant designer apparel, in Hong Kong since 2002. The whole consideration is HK$80 million, payable in cash and convertible notes upon completion.

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Save as the above, the Group had no significant investments and no material acquisition or disposal of subsidiaries during the year.

Future Prospects

Leveraging on its own brand name, the Group will continue to provide services and product solutions of the locationbased technology and innovations to its high-income clientele in Hong Kong. The Group’s services and product solutions are still suffering from fierce competition in terms of pricing and function variety that may hamper the Group’s number of subscribers in the future. In order to maintain the Group’s competitiveness, the management has directed the in-house engineering team to improve the services by concentrating on certain state-of-the-art developments. We also monitor all newly introduced solutions offered by our competitors to stay ahead within the market.

In view of the positive economic growth in Hong Kong, the management will devote more effort to ensure the acquired businesses of Hip Kin Retailing Limited contribute to the future profitability of the Group. We are expecting the completion of this acquisition and the open offer made for new shares in the later part of July 2006. The successful implementation of the proposed transactions shall strengthen both the financial position and profitability of the Group substantially.

For the nine months period ended 31 December 2006

Overview

During the period, the Group changed its year-end to 31 December. Hence, the results of the period under review are effectively the results of the 9 months ended 31 December 2006.

The Group underwent a period of significant change and growth in the nine months period under review and recorded the following developments:—

  • Key changes in management personnel

  • Open offer raised HK$23.73 million in net proceeds

  • Acquired 100% interest in Golife (Hong Kong) Limited (formerly Hip Kin Retailing Limited), which holds the Greater China distribution rights of luxury fashion brands Anya Hindmarch and Paule Ka, at HK$81 million in cash and convertible notes

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To reflect the change in business nature of the Group, we changed the name of the Company from “Satellite Devices Corporation” to “Golife Concepts Holdings Limited” in October 2006.

Turnover of the Group was approximately HK$18,885,000 for the period, representing an increase of 1,290% against the entire FY2005. The Group turned around its business to report profit attributable to shareholders of HK$1,148,000 against loss attributable to shareholders of HK$17,726,000 in last year. Excluding an interest charge of HK$1,484,000, which was arising from the remeasurement of the fair value of liabilities component of Convertible Notes amounting to HK$49,521,000, profit attributable to shareholders would be HK$2,632,000. Subsequent to the year-end, HK$37,100,000 of the Convertible Notes, of which the convertible price is HK$0.10, have been converted. Should the remaining Convertible Notes be fully converted within 2007, no similar charge shall be made in the Profit and Loss Account.

The Group’s improved financial results is owed mainly to the acquisition of 100% equity interest in Golife (Hong Kong) Limited completed on 31 July 2006 (the “Acquisition”).

During the nine months period under review, the Group made an open offer of 395,101,116 shares and raised net proceeds of HK$23.73 million. HK$18.48 million of the proceeds was used for the Acquisition, and the balance of HK$5.25 million as working capital of the Group. HK$1.85 million is earmarked for brand marketing. The Group’s financial position has strengthened as a result of these transactions.

The five-month results of Golife (Hong Kong) Limited after the Acquisition was completed had been consolidated into the Group’s account. Golife (Hong Kong) Limited had contributed positively and significantly to the profitability and cash flows of the Group.

A previous shareholder of Golife (Hong Kong) Limited, Chung Chiu Limited, provided a profit guarantee to the Group, as a condition of Sale and Purchase, of no less than HK$10,000,000 of net profit before tax for the year ended 31 March 2006. Golife (Hong Kong) Limited announced on 27 September 2006 that its net profit before tax for the year was HK$9,333,387. As agreed, Chung Chiu Limited paid the Group the shortfall of guarantee profit of HK$666,613.

Operational Review

During the nine months period, the Group’s apparel and accessories distribution business made HK$18.34 million in turnover and gross profit of HK$11.02 million, translating into a gross profit margin of 60%. Demand for products of the two brands currently carried by the Group, namely London-based Anya Hindmarch and Parisbased Paule Ka, was strong driven by favourable economic conditions in Hong Kong

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and Taiwan. The Group believes the net margin of the business will improve with rental of shop space peaked in 2006 and expected to come down in 2007, hence lower rental cost of the business is expected.

As for the Group’s location-based auto-recovery business, it reported a turnover of HK$0.54 million. Competition remained keen with players making continuous capital investment and pushing for technological innovation. The Board will carefully monitor the performance of this business and will consider ceasing this business unit as soon as practicable if it does not achieve desirable profitability in the near term.

Future Plans and Prospects

The strong macro economic environment of the Greater China region is favorable for the Group’s luxury consumer products distribution business. The Board believes the Group is poised to capture opportunities in the region in the next few years to achieve rapid growth.

On February 2007, the Group entered into an Agreement with Zion Worldwide Limited (“Zion Worldwide”) to establish LOC Limited (“LOC”), with Profit First Investment Limited and Zion Worldwide owning equal stake. LOC will wholesale, design, source, merchandise and market lifestyle consumer products including but not limited to jewellery and accessories under the Life of Circle trademark. Created by awardwinning designer Dickson Yewn, Life of Circle is an accessories brand that infuses Chinese philosophy into product designs. The brand offers concept ‘bridge’ jewelry and accessories. The world-renowned brand received the DTC Diamond Award in 2004, and its store was named by Forbes magazine as among the world’s top 25 stores in 2005.

When the transaction is completed, Dickson Yewn and Zion Worldwide will transfer and assign to the new company all LOC IP Rights and existing Trademark-related products, and Golife will be involved in brand management and product development of LOC. Golife will also be the exclusive agent to market, distribute, promote or conduct deals of the products in overseas markets. In Hong Kong, it will open as many as 4 mono-brand stores for LOC in premium shopping malls and be responsible for wholesale arrangements with other prestigious multi-brand stores.

With Life of Circle added to its portfolio, the Group is prepared to aggressively expand its luxury consumer products distribution business in 2007.

For Anya Hindmarch, the Group has secured prime shop spaces and will open two new stores in Taiwan in mid-2007 and one new store in Hong Kong in the second half of 2007. For Paule Ka, the Group will open a second and third store in Hong Kong in the third quarter of 2007. For Life of Circle, the Group has plans for two stores in premium shopping malls in Hong Kong. Upon completion of these expansion plans, the Group will have a total of 13 points of sales compared to 6 as at 31 December 2006.

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The Group will continue to identify and forge equity and/or distribution partnership with unique fashion and lifestyle-product brands with character, market potential and longevity. It will focus on a “vertical brandraising” model, which will enable it to attract more “up-and-coming” brands in Greater China to become its partners. The Group targets to double its points of sales every 18 months.

The Group also plans to start distributing products and setting up retail operations in Mainland China, the fastest growing economy in Asia. It expects to complete mapping out related strategy and mechanism in the near future. The Group is confident of capturing the demand for luxury products in key Mainland cities.

Liquidity and Financial Resources

The Group had cash and bank balances of HK$3.43 million as at 31 December 2006. To achieve a higher return for working capital, the Group also held short-term investments, mainly derivatives and equity listed in Hong Kong, totaling HK$6.20 million.

The Group will continue to improve its financial position. With positive cash inflow from operations and secured banking facilities, the Group has sufficient financial resources to meet its commitments and working capital requirements.

For the year ended 31 March 2007

Financial Review

Financial year 2007 was a significant and challenging year for the Group. It saw rapid development of brands represented by the Group and growth of the Group’s distribution business. Significant financial and human resources were deployed in strengthening and re-structuring the management team and operational units to ensure the Group is able to meet the anticipated expansion of demand in 2008.

Turnover of the Group was approximately HK$60,598,000 for the year, representing an increase of 221% compared with the period from 1 April 2006 to 31 December 2006. Gross profit was HK$37,768,000, representing approximately 62% of turnover. Loss attributable to shareholders after tax was HK$92,240,000. In accordance with Hong Kong Accounting Standard 36, the Group recognised a one-time write-off of goodwill of HK$75,552,000; such goodwill was attributable to the acquisition of Golife (Hong Kong) Limited (formerly known as “Hip Kin Retailing Limited”) in 2006. An impairment of intangible assets of HK$4,047,000 was also recognised.

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During the year, the Group added two new brands, Cynthia Rowley and Life of Circle, to its distribution business and commenced product design and development for both brands. As a result, certain one-off pre-opening expenses were incurred, which contributed negatively to the financial performance that would have been achieved otherwise.

Distribution Business

Distribution business for two luxury brands, Anya Hindmarch and Paule Ka, continued to grow steadily. British accessory brand Anya Hindmarch remained the Group’s main revenue contributor accounting for 72% of the Group’s turnover. Turnover from Anya Hindmarch was HK$43,831,000, of which 69% was derived in Hong Kong and the remaining 31% from Taiwan. Turnover from the Paris-based women’s wear brand Paule Ka was HK$12,931,000.

In March 2007, designer jewellery and accessory brand, Life of Circle, was added to the Group’s distribution portfolio. Two points of sale (“POS”) of the brand commenced operation during the year in Hong Kong, with the third one scheduled to open in April 2008. During the year, distribution business for Life of Circle achieved a turnover of HK$3,774,000 and reported a loss of HK$2,641,000. The Group believes the Life of Circle brand has enormous long-term potential, and it is only a matter of time for the brand to reach the critical mass.

In September 2007, the Group became the licensee and distributor of New Yorkdesigner brand Cynthia Rowley in Hong Kong and mainland China. The Group had secured two premises in Hong Kong and one in Beijing for setting up POS of the brand, the first of which will open in May 2008. Under the licensing agreement, the Group plans to open up to 20 POS for the brand by 2013, some of which will be opened in second-tier cities in mainland China to be operated by individual franchisees.

During the year, the Group strengthened its management by recruiting managers for its distribution and marketing departments to ensure that the manpower of these departments are sufficient to support the expansion of the Group’s distribution business in the Greater China region. With a number of new POS to open in 2008, the Directors believe the Group will be able to achieve greater economies of scale and brace the performance of the distribution business and operating margins in 2008.

Product Development

Life of Circle Limited, which was formed in February 2007, and in which the Group had a 50% interest is responsible for the design, sourcing, merchandise planning and wholesale of conceptual jewellery and accessories carrying the Life of Circle trademark.

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The new Life of Circle operation, which gave the Group indirect interest of the trademark, has transformed the Group from a pure distribution company into also a brand development and management company. The Group now works closely with Life of Circle Limited to ensure marketability and profitability of Life of Circle products. The Group plans to double the number of new jewellery products and introduce a new line of corporate gifts in 2008 to meet market demand.

CR Hong Kong Limited, a company in which the Group had a 50% interest as at 31 December 2007, was granted the licensing rights to design, manufacture and distribute products carrying the Cynthia Rowley trademark in Hong Kong and mainland China. It handles the design, sourcing and merchandise planning of women’s apparels and accessories under the Cynthia Rowley trademark.

Expecting Cynthia Rowley brand products to contribute revenues in a decent proportion to its total revenues in the next few years, the Group has deployed resources to strengthen product development and sourcing capabilities in Hong Kong and mainland China to support the brand. The different measures taken included conducting focused market researches and recruitment of designers and merchandisers for the brand.

Acquisition of French-brand Solola

On 8 November 2007, the Group signed an agreement with Crédit Lyonnais Capital Investissement, Crédit Lyonnais Développement 2, Mr. Pierre Hémar, Lion Capital Investissement, Nollius BV and Quilvest France (“the Sellers”) to purchase the sale shares, representing 96.57% of the issued share capital of Financière Solola and FS Convertible Bonds at a total initial consideration of EUR7,717,766 (approximately HK$92,381,659). Upon conversion of the FS Convertible Bonds, the Company’s interest in Financière Solola will increase to approximately 98.25%.

In addition to the initial consideration and upon satisfaction of certain EBITDA targets set in the agreement, the Group will pay to the Sellers the Earn Out – a oneoff performance related payment of EUR2,894,162 (approximately HK$34,643,119). If the audited consolidated EBITDA of Financière Solola Group for the year ending 31 December 2008 based on the French GAAP is equal to or in excess of the EBITDA Target, the Earn Out shall be capped at EUR2,894,162 (approximately HK$34,643,119). (Note: Euro/Hong Kong Dollar = 11.97, as per circular dated 8 March 2008)

Financière Solola was incorporated on 6 February 2003 and the Financière Solola Group is principally engaged in the design and sale of women’s apparels carrying the “Solola” brand. “Solola” products are sold in 13 boutiques of the brand in France as well as a network of over 500 wholesale points in France and worldwide.

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The acquisition will give the Group equity ownership of an established French brand in Europe and will boost the Group’s design and product development capabilities. On top of bringing in revenues and profits, Financière Solola becoming a member of the GoLife family is also conducive to the Group’s plan to extend its POS network in Greater China and speed up business development in mainland China where demand for quality consumer brands is growing.

It is expected that, subject to satisfaction of the various conditions, including approval from shareholders of the Company, the proposed acquisition will be completed in the second quarter of 2008.

Future Plans and Strategies

Upon completion of the acquisition of the Solola brand, the Group will have five prestigious brands in its portfolio and thirty mono-branded POS in its distribution network. The Group aims to become an international premier lifestyle-product company, with emphasis on brand management, product development as well as distribution and marketing.

With China becoming the fastest growing economy in Asia, the Group will continue to focus on building a sizable POS network in mainland China, where there will be abundant opportunities for the Group’s luxury lifestyle products.

The Group will continue to seek and identify unique international accessory and apparel brands with character, market potential and longevity to form distribution, product development and equity partnerships.

Corporate Planning and Administration

During the financial year, the management established a Corporate Planning and Administration division for the Group to oversee the finance as well as human resources and administration departments. The respective departments under this division support the Group’s business operations, in areas including accounting, company secretarial functions, legal and compliance, human resources and investor relations.

To cope with the expanding operations in different countries, namely China, Taiwan and France, the division plans to commence an overall internal review of the Group’s current systems and affairs as well as implement new internal control systems, including setting up corporate governance committees upon completion of such review as appropriate and necessary.

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Liquidity and Financial Resources

The Group had cash and bank balances of HK$9,536,000 as at 31 December 2007, out of which HK$5,949,000 was pledged for banking facilities. To achieve a higher return from working capital, the Group also held short-term investments, mainly in equity listed in Hong Kong, totalling 966,000 of which HK$728,000 was secured. Total borrowings as at 31 December 2007 amounted to HK$14,368,000, which included HK$13,563,000 with maturity within one year. Except for borrowings of HK$1,613,000 denominated in pound sterling, all other borrowings were denominated in Hong Kong dollar. The Group’s gearing ratio, representing borrowings divided by the total of borrowings and equity, was 55%. The Group’s major exposure in foreign currency risk was arising from purchase transactions. Forward contracts were entered into for hedging such transactions during the year.

As at 31 December 2007, the Group had operating lease commitments of HK$28,364,000, purchase commitments of HK$118,468,000, capital commitment for investment in Financière Solola Group of HK$89,086,000 and other capital commitments of HK$7,880,000.

Employees

As at 31 December 2007, the Group had 73 employees. Their remuneration, promotion and salary review are assessed based on job responsibilities, work performance, professional experiences and the prevailing industry practices. The employees in Hong Kong joined the Mandatory Provident Fund Scheme. Other benefits include share options granted or to be granted under the share option scheme.

For the nine months period ended 30 September 2008

Overview

Turnover of the Group was approximately HK$51,177,000 for the nine months ended 30 September 2008 (the “Period”), representing an increase of 30% compared with the corresponding period last year. Gross profit was HK$27,879,000, representing approximately 54% of turnover. Loss attributable to shareholders after tax was HK$42,464,000. Within the total losses, HK$22,421,000 was attributed by the termination of the acquisition of Financière Solola in April 2008 and certain related financing exercises. Excluding the one-time losses that were attributed from the termination of this acquisition, the Group’s net loss attributable to shareholders was HK$20,043,000.

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Business performance

Distribution business for two luxury European brands, Anya Hindmarch, and Paule Ka, continued to grow steadily. British accessory brand Anya Hindmarch remained as the Group’s main revenue contributor accounting for 63% of the Group’s turnover. Turnover from Anya Hindmarch was HK$32,183,000, of which 66% was derived in Hong Kong and the remaining 34% from Taiwan. Turnover from the Paris-based women’s wear brand Paule Ka was HK$13,440,000.

Distribution business of the Group’s 50% owned designer jewelry brand, Life of Circle, achieved satisfactory results through 3 POS in Hong Kong. During the Period, distribution business for Life of Circle achieved a turnover of HK$5,316,000. The Group believes the Life of Circle brand has enormous long-term potential and it is a matter of time for the brand to reach the critical mass.

Future Plans

During the review period, the global financial crisis has begun to affect consumer spending in the Greater China region. In the interests of shareholders, the Group has immediately implemented measures to cut down costs as well as scale-down its retail operations. The Board also considers it necessary to diversify the Group’s income base by entering into industries that are less affected by the expected persistent economic downturn.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF THE GROUP

1. ACCOUNTANTS’ REPORT ON THE UNAUDITED PRO FORMA FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF THE GROUP

The following is the text of a report received from CCIF CPA Limited, Certified Public Accountants, Hong Kong, for the purpose of incorporation in this circular.

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To the Directors of

Brilliant Arts Multi-Media Holding Limited

Unit 1611, 16/F., Shun Tak Centre, West Tower 168-200 Connaught Road Central Hong Kong

We report on the unaudited pro forma financial information of Brilliant Arts MultiMedia Holding Limited (the “Company”) and its subsidiaries (hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Group”) set out on page 305 to 318 under the heading of “Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information of the Group” (the “Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information”) in Appendix III of the Company’s circular date 29 December 2008 (the “Circular”), in connection with the proposed subscription (the “Subscription”) of convertible bonds issued by Golife Concepts Holdings Limited (the “GC Convertible Bonds”) (collectively referred to as the “Enlarged Group”) and the proposed open offer (the “Open Offer”) of the Company on the basis of nine offer shares for every one exiting share held on the record date. The Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information has been prepared by the directors of the Company, for illustrative purpose only, to provide information about how the Subscription of the GC Convertible Bonds and the Open Offer might have affected the relevant financial information of the Group presented. The basis of preparation of the Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information is set out in Appendix III of the Circular.

Respective responsibilities of directors of the Company and reporting accountants

It is the responsibility solely of the directors of the Company to prepare the Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information in accordance with rule 7.31 of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the Growth Enterprise Market of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “GEM Listing Rules”) and with reference to

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Accounting Guideline 7 “Preparation of Pro Forma Financial Information for Inclusion in Investment Circulars” issued by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (“HKICPA”).

It is our responsibility to form an opinion, as required by rule 7.31(7) of the GEM Listing Rules, on the Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information and to report our opinion to you. We do not accept any responsibility for any reports previously given by us on any financial information used in the compilation of the Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information beyond that owed to those to whom those reports were addressed by us at the dates of their issue.

Basis of opinion

We conducted our engagement in accordance with Hong Kong Standard on Investment Circular Reporting Engagements 300 “Accountants’ Reports on Pro Forma Financial Information in Investment Circulars” issued by the HKICPA. Our work consisted primarily of comparing the unadjusted financial information with source documents, considering the evidence supporting the adjustments and discussing the Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information with the directors of the Company. This engagement did not involve independent examination of any of the underlying financial information.

We planned and performed our work so as to obtain the information and explanations we considered necessary in order to provide us with sufficient evidence to give reasonable assurance that the Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information has been properly compiled by the directors of the Company on the basis stated, that such basis is consistent with the accounting policies of the Group and that the adjustments are appropriate for the purposes of the Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information as disclosed pursuant to rule 7.31(1) of the GEM Listing Rules.

The Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information is for illustrative purpose only, based on the judgments and assumptions of the directors of the Company, and, because of its hypothetical nature, does not provide any assurance or indication that any event will take place in the future and may not be indicative of:

  • the financial position of the Enlarged Group as at 30 September 2008 or any future date; or

  • the results and cash flows of the Enlarged Group for the year ended 31 March 2008 or for any future period.

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Opinion

In our opinion:

  • (a) the Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information has been properly compiled by the directors of the Company on the basis stated;

  • (b) such basis is consistent with the accounting policies of the Group; and

  • (c) the adjustments are appropriate for the purposes of the Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information as disclosed pursuant to the rule 7.31(1) of the GEM Listing Rules.

CCIF CPA Limited

Certified Public Accountants Hong Kong, 29 December 2008

Chan Wai Dune, Charles Practising Certificate Number P00712

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF THE GROUP

2. UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET OF THE ENLARGED GROUP

The following is the unaudited pro forma consolidated balance sheet (the “Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Balance Sheet”) of the Enlarged Group assuming that the Subscription had been completed on 30 September 2008, and the Group had exercised those conversion rights attached solely to the GC Convertible Bonds after the Subscription, to the extent that the Group’s aggregate holding in the GC shares immediately after such conversion shall be less than 30% of the then issued share capital of Golife (the “Partial Conversion”). The Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Balance Sheet is based on the unaudited consolidated balance sheet of the Group as at 30 September 2008 as set out in Appendix I to the Circular, and the unaudited consolidated balance sheet of the GC Group as at 30 September 2008 and after making pro forma adjustments relating to the Subscription and the Partial Conversion, as if the Subscription and the Partial Conversion had been completed on 30 September 2008.

The Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Balance Sheet has been prepared for illustrative purposes only, and because of its hypothetical nature, it does not provide any assurance or indication that any event will take place in the future and may not be indicative of the financial position of the Enlarged Group as at 30 September 2008 and any future date.

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Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Balance Sheet of the Enlarged Group

Non-current assets
Property, plant and equipment
Investment properties
Investment in an associate
Convertible bonds receivable
Conversion option embedded in
convertible bonds receivable
Goodwill
Current assets
Film in progress
Trade debtors
Deposits prepayments and other debtors
Bank balances and cash
Current liabilities
Other creditors and accruals
Bank borrowing
Net current assets
Total assets less current liabilities
Unaudited
consolidated
balance sheet
of the Group
as at
30 September 2008
Pro forma adjustments
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
(Note 1)
(Note 2)
1,191
54,819

5,330

54,539
(3,223)

35,644
(2,107)
1,449
57,459
12,423
180
353
100,759
(100,000)
113,715
1,057
384
1,441
112,274
169,733
Unaudited
pro forma
consolidated
balance sheet
of the
Enlarged
Group
as at
30 September 2008
HK$’000
1,191
54,819
5,330
51,316
33,537
1,449
147,642
12,423
180
353
759
13,715
1,057
384
1,441
12,274
159,916

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Capital and reserves
Share capital
Reserves
Total equity
Non-current liabilities
Convertible bonds
Bank borrowing
Deferred tax liabilities
Unaudited
consolidated
balance sheet
of the Group
as at
30 September 2008
Pro forma adjustments
HK$’000
HK$’000
HK$’000
(Note 1)
(Note 2)
1,257
161,652
(9,817)
162,909
668
1,967
4,189
6,824
169,733
Unaudited
pro forma
consolidated
balance sheet
of the
Enlarged
Group
as at
30 September 2008
HK$’000
1,257
151,835
153,092
668
1,967
4,189
6,824
159,916

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Notes to the Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Balance Sheet:

  • (1) The pro forma adjustment represented:

  • the payment of HK$100,000,000 by the Group for the Subscription;

  • the initial measurement of the estimated fair values of the debt element and the conversion option element of the GC Convertible Bonds as at 30 September 2008, assuming the Subscription had been completed on 30 September 2008, were approximately HK$54,539,000 and HK$35,644,000 respectively, based on a valuation performed by Grant Sherman Appraisal Limited, an independent professional valuer; and

  • the impairment loss on acquisition date of HK$9,817,000 is debited to income statement. The amount represents the payment of HK$100,000,000 by the Group for the Subscription less the initial measurement of the estimated fair values of the debt element and the conversion option element of the GC Convertible Bonds, based on a valuation performed by Grant Sherman Appraisal Limited, an independent professional valuer.

  • (2) Golife had 275,926,613 GC shares in issue as at 30 September 2008. Accordingly, the maximum number of GC shares that the Group can convert under the terms of GC Convertible Bonds to the extent that the aggregate holding of the GC shares shall be less than 30% (assumed to be 29.99%) of the then issued share capital of Golife is 118,197,959.

The pro forma adjustment represented the recognition of the interest in an associate – the GC Group of approximately HK$5,330,000, de-recognition of the debt element and the conversion option element of the GC Convertible Bonds of approximately HK$3,223,000 and HK$2,107,000 respectively, assuming the Partial Conversion had been completed on 30 September 2008. The derecognised debt element and conversion option element is calculated by initial measurement of the estimated fair value of debt element and the conversion option element on the proportion of converted options.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF THE GROUP

3. UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENT FOR THE ENLARGED GROUP

The following is the unaudited pro forma consolidated income statement (the “Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Income Statement”) of the Enlarged Group assuming that the Subscription and the Partial Conversion had been completed on 1 April 2007. The Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Income Statement is based on the audited consolidated income statement of the Group for the year ended 31 March 2008 as set out in Appendix I to the Circular, and the unaudited consolidated income statement of the GC Group for the year ended 31 December 2007 extracted from the annual report of the GC Group for the year ended 31 December 2007 and after making pro forma adjustments relating to the Subscription and the Partial Conversion, as if the Subscription and the Partial Conversion had been completed on 1 April 2007. The Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Income Statement has been prepared for illustrative purposes only, and because of its hypothetical nature, it does not provide any assurance or indication that any event will take place in the future and may not be indicative of the financial result of the Enlarged Group for the year ended 31 March 2008 and any future period.

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Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Income Statement for the Enlarged Group

Unaudited
Audited pro forma
consolidated consolidated
income income
statement statement of
of the the Enlarged
Group for the Group for the
year ended year ended
31 March 31 March
2008 Pro forma adjustments 2008
HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000
(Note 3) (Note 4) (Note 5)
Turnover 10,632 10,632
Cost of sales (9,261) (9,261)
Gross profit 1,371 1,371
Fair value gain on investment
properties 7,700 7,700
Other revenue and other income 3,345 3,640 6,985
Other operating expenses (15,906) (15,906)
(Loss)/profit from operations (3,490) 150
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries 25,736 25,736
Finance costs (1,635) (1,635)
Share of result of an associate (8,024) (8,024)
Change in fair value of conversion
option embedded in convertible
bonds receivable (35,960) (35,960)
Profit/(loss) before taxation 20,611 (19,733)
Taxation (1,322) (1,322)
Profit/(loss) for the year 19,289 (21,055)

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Notes to the Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Income Statement:

  • (3) The pro forma adjustment represented the imputed interest income on the debt element of the GC Convertible Bonds using the effective interest method for the year ended 31 March 2008, assuming the Subscription and the Partial Conversion had been completed on 1 April 2007. The adjustment had continuing financial effect.

  • (4) The pro forma adjustment represented the fair value change on the conversion option element of the GC Convertible Bonds for the year ended 31 March 2008, assuming the Subscription and the Partial Conversion had been completed on 1 April 2007, based on a valuation performed by Grant Sherman Appraisal Limited, an independent professional valuer. The adjustment had continuing financial effect.

  • (5) The pro forma adjustment represented the share of result of an associate – the GC Group, for the year ended 31 March 2008, restricted to the cost of investment in an associate – the GC Group. Assuming the Partial Conversion had been completed on 1 April 2007, the recognition of the interest in an associate represented the de-recognition of the debt element and the conversion option element of the GC Convertible Bonds of approximately HK$1,946,000 and HK$6,078,000 respectively. The adjustment had continuing financial effect. The de-recognised debt element and conversion option element is calculated by initial measurement of the estimated fair value of debt element and the conversion option element as at 1 April 2007 on the proportion of converted options.

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4. UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOW STATEMENT FOR THE GROUP

The following is the unaudited pro forma consolidated cash flow statement (the “Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Cash Flow Statement”) of the Enlarged Group assuming that the Subscription and the Partial Conversion had been completed on 1 April 2007. The Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Cash Flow Statement is based on the audited consolidated cash flow statement of the Group for the year ended 31 March 2008 as set out in Appendix I to the Circular, and after making pro forma adjustments relating to the Subscription and Partial Conversion, as if the Subscription and the Partial Conversion had been completed on 1 April 2007.

The Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Cash Flow Statement has been prepared for illustrative purposes only, and because of its hypothetical nature, it does not provide any assurance or indication that any event will take place in the future and may not be indicative of the cash flow of the Enlarged Group for the year ended 31 March 2008 and any future period.

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Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Cash Flow Statement for the Enlarged Group

Unaudited
Audited pro forma
consolidated consolidated
cash flow cash flow
statement statement of
of the the Enlarged
Group for the Group for the
year ended year ended
31 March 2008 Pro forma adjustments 31 March 2008
HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000
(Note 6) (Note 7)
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Profit/(loss) before taxation 20,611 (40,344) (19,733)
Adjustments for:
Interest income (1,274) (3,640) (4,914)
Loss on disposal of property, plant
and equipment 3 3
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries (25,736) (25,736)
Fair value gain on investment
properties (7,700) (7,700)
Fair value change on conversion
option embedded in convertible
bonds 35,960 35,960
Excess of interest in fair value of
acquiree’s identifiable assets
and liabilities over the cost of a
business combination (2,057) (2,057)
Depreciation 1,236 1,236
Amortisation of film rights 2,976 2,976
Finance charges on finance leases 8 8
Interest expenses 1,627 1,627
Share of result of an associate 8,024 8,024
Share-based payments 4,370 4,370

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Unaudited
Audited pro forma
consolidated consolidated
cash flow cash flow
statement statement of
of the the Enlarged
Group for the Group for the
year ended year ended
31 March 2008 Pro forma adjustments 31 March 2008
HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000
(Note 6) (Note 7)
Operating cash flows before
movements in working capital (5,936) (5,936)
Increase in films in progress (24,395) (24,395)
Decrease in production in progress 3,667 3,667
Decrease in trade debtors 5,629 5,629
Decrease in deposits, prepayments
and other debtors 86 86
Decrease in trade creditors (2,166) (2,166)
Increase in other creditors and
accruals 482 482
Increase in receipt in advance 2,272 2,272
Decrease in amounts due to directors
(2,484)
(2,484)
NET CASH USED IN OPERATING
ACTIVITIES (22,845) (22,845)
INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Interest received 1,274 1,274
Acquisition of subsidiaries 311 311
Acquisition of convertible bonds (100,000) (100,000)
Additions of film rights (4,697) (4,697)
Disposal of subsidiaries 21,136 21,136
Proceeds from disposal of property,
plant and equipment 3 3
Purchase of property plant and
equipment (1,510) (1,510)
NET CASH GENERATED FROM
(USED IN) INVESTING
ACTIVITIES 16,517 (83,483)

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Unaudited
Audited pro forma
consolidated consolidated
cash flow cash flow
statement statement of
of the the Enlarged
Group for the Group for the
year ended year ended
31 March 2008 Pro forma adjustments 31 March 2008
HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000
(Note 6) (Note 7)
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Interest paid (1,305) (1,305)
Finance charges on finance leases
paid (8) (8)
Repayment of bank loan (65) (65)
Net amounts due to related
companies 18,500 18,500
Proceeds from issue of shares 78,682 78,682
Proceeds from issue of convertible
bonds 22,500 22,500
Proceeds from issue of shares under
share option scheme 4,113 4,113
Repayment of amounts due to related
companies (36,000) (36,000)
Repayment of obligations under
finance leases (96) (96)
Share issue expenses (2,241) (2,241)
NET CASH GENERATED FROM
FINANCING ACTIVITIES 84,080 84,080

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Unaudited
Audited pro forma
consolidated consolidated
cash flow cash flow
statement statement of
of the the Enlarged
Group for the Group for the
year ended year ended
31 March 2008 Pro forma adjustments 31 March 2008
HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000 HK$’000
(Note 6) (Note 7)
NET INCREASE IN CASH AND
CASH EQUIVALENTS 77,752 (22,248)
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
AT THE BEGINNING
OF THE YEAR 23,877 23,877
EFFECT OF FOREIGN EXCHANGE
RATE CHANGES 131 131
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
AT THE END OF THE YEAR 101,760 1,760

Notes to the Unaudited Pro Forma Consolidated Cash Flow Statement:

  • (6) The pro forma adjustment represented the imputed interest income, the fair value change on the conversion option element of the GC Convertible Bonds and share of result of an associate – the GC Group for the year ended 31 March 2008, assuming the Subscription and the Partial Conversion had been completed on 1 April 2007. The adjustment had continuing financial effect.

  • (7) The pro forma adjustment represented the cash used for the Subscription. The adjustment did not have continuing financial effect.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF THE GROUP

5. UNAUDITED PRO FORMA STATEMENT OF ADJUSTED CONSOLIDATED NET TANGIBLE ASSETS OF THE GROUP

The following is an illustrative unaudited pro forma statement of adjusted consolidated net tangible assets (the “Unaudited Pro Forma Net Tangible Assets”) of the Group in accordance with paragraph 29 of Chapter 4 of the GEM Listing Rules to illustrate the effect of the Open Offer on the consolidated net tangible assets attributable to equity holders of the Company, as set out in Appendix I to this Circular, as if the Open Offer had been completed on 30 September 2008.

The Unaudited Pro Forma Net Tangible Assets of the Group has been prepared for illustrative purposes only, and because of its hypothetical nature, it does not provide any assurance or indication that any event will take place in the future and may not be indicative of the financial position of the Group as at 30 September 2008 and any future date.

Unless otherwise defined, capitalised terms used in the following text shall have the same meaning of those used in the Circular.

Unaudited
consolidated
net assets
as at 30
September
2008
HK’000
(Note 1)
162,909
Consolidated net tangible
assets per Share prior to the
Open Offer_(Note 3)_
Less:
Intangible
assets
Unaudited
consolidated
net tangible
assets
as at 30
September
2008
Add:
Estimated
net proceeds
from the
Open Offer
Unaudited
pro forma
adjusted
consolidated
net tangible
assets upon
completion
of the Open
Offer
as at 30
September
2008
HK’000
HK’000
HK’000
HK’000
(Note 1)
(Note 2)
(13,872)
149,037
43,800
192,837
HK$1.18

Unaudited pro forma adjusted consolidated net tangible assets per Share upon completion of the Open Offer (Note 4)

HK$0.15

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF THE GROUP

Notes:

  1. The unaudited pro forma adjusted consolidated net tangible assets of the Group attributable to the equity holders of the Company as at 30 September 2008 is based on the unaudited consolidated net assets of the Group attributable to the Company’s equity holders as at 30 September 2008 of approximately HK$162,909,000, as extracted from the published interim report of the Company for the six months ended 30 September 2008 as set out in Appendix I to the Circular, with an adjustment for the intangible assets as at 30 September 2008 of HK$13,872,000.

  2. The estimated net proceeds from the Open Offer are calculated based on 1,131,207,381 Offer Shares to be issued at a subscription price of HK$0.04 per Offer Share after deduction of estimated expenses of approximately HK$1.4 million.

  3. The number of Shares used for the calculation of this amount is 125,689,709 which represented Shares in issue as at 30 September 2008.

  4. The number of Shares used for the calculation of this amount is 1,256,897,090 which will be the total number of Shares expected to be in issue after the completion of the Open Offer, representing 125,689,709 Shares in issue as at 30 September 2008 and 1,131,207,381 Offer Shares to be issued pursuant to the Open Offer.

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1. RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT

This Circular, for which the Directors collectively and individually accept full responsibility, includes particulars given in compliance with the GEM Listing Rules for the purpose of giving information with regard to the Company. The Directors, having made all reasonable enquiries, confirm that, to the best of their knowledge and belief:

  • (1) the information contained in this Circular is accurate and complete in all material respects and not misleading;

  • (2) there are no other matters the omission of which would make any statement in this Circular misleading; and

  • (3) all opinions expressed in this Circular have been arrived at after due and careful consideration and are founded on bases and assumptions that are fair and reasonable.

2. SHARE CAPITAL

(a) Share capital

The authorised and issued share capital of the Company (i) as at the Latest Practicable Date and (ii) upon completion of the Open Offer are as follows:

(i) As at the Latest Practicable Date

HK$
Authorised share capital:
3,000,000,000 Shares 30,000,000
Issued and fully paid share capital or credited as fully paid:
125,689,709 Shares in issue as at the Latest 1,256,897
Practicable Date

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(ii) Upon completion of the Open Offer

HK$
Authorised share capital:
3,000,000,000 Shares 30,000,000
Issued and fully paid share capital or credited as fully paid:
125,689,709 Shares in issue as at the Latest 1,256,897
Practicable Date
1,131,207,381 Offer Shares to be issued pursuant to 11,312,073
the Open Offer
1,256,897,090 Shares in issue upon completion of the 12,568,970
Open Offer

All the issued Shares rank pari passu in all respects including all rights as to dividends, voting and return of capital. All the Offer Shares which will be in issue upon completion of the Open Offer will rank pari passu in all respects with the existing Shares in issue including as regards to all rights as to dividends, voting and return of capital.

The issued Shares are listed on GEM. There is no arrangement under which future dividends are/will be waived or agreed to be waived.

Save as disclosed in this Circular, no share or loan capital of the Company or any members of the Group has been put under option or agreed conditionally or unconditionally to be put under option and no warrant or conversion right affecting the Shares has been issued or granted or agreed conditionally, or unconditionally to be issued or granted.

3. DISCLOSURE OF INTERESTS

(a) Directors’ interests in the Company

Save as disclosed below, as at the Latest Practicable Date, none of the Directors and chief executives of the Company had any interests and short positions in the shares, underlying shares and debentures of the Company or any of its associated corporation(s) (within the meaning of Part XV of the SFO) which (a) were required to be notified to the Company and the Stock Exchange pursuant to

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Divisions 7 and 8 of Part XV of the SFO (including interests and short positions which they were taken or deemed to have under such provisions of the SFO); (b) were required, pursuant to Section 352 of the SFO, to be entered in the register referred to therein; or (c) were required, pursuant to Rules 5.46 to 5.67 of the GEM Listing Rules relating to securities transactions by directors to be notified to the Company and the Stock Exchange:

Percentage
of the
Personal Corporate Interest in Total Company’s
interest interest underlying interest in issued share
Name of Director in Shares in Shares Shares Shares capital
Mr. Lei 1,053,853 21,786,000 342,815,574 365,655,427 290.92%
(Note 1) (Not 1) (Note 2)
Mr. Cheung 1,053,853 1,256,897 2,310,750 1.84%
(Note 3) (Note 3)

Notes:

  1. 3,786,000 Shares and 18,000,000 Shares are held by Mander and Eagle Mate respectively. Both companies are wholly and beneficially owned by Business Power.

  2. Mr. Lei is deemed to be interested in 1,256,897 Shares which would fall to be issued upon exercise of the 1,256,897 Share Options. Mr. Lei has given the Lei Undertaking (a) to subscribe for or procure subscriptions for: (i) 9,484,677 Offer Shares to which Mr. Lei is entitled under the Open Offer; (ii) 162,000,000 Offer Shares to which Eagle Mate is entitled under the Open Offer; and (iii) 34,074,000 Offer Shares to which Mander is entitled under the Open Offer and (b) to procure subscription by Mander for 136,000,000 Offer Shares under Excess Application Form, which, when fully allotted and issued under the Open Offer and together with all Shares held by Mr. Lei, Eagle Mate and Mander and their respective associates after the Open Offer, shall represent 28.99% of the issued share capital of the Company on fully diluted basis.

  3. Mr. Cheung is deemed to be interested in 1,256,897 Shares which would fall to be issued upon exercise of the 1,256,897 Share Options. Mr. Cheung also owns 1,053,853 Shares in his personal capacity.

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(b) Directors’ interests in assets of the Company

As at the Latest Practicable Date, none of the Directors had any interest, direct or indirect, in any asset which have been acquired or disposed of by or leased to any member of the Group or are proposed to be acquired or disposed of by or leased to any member of the Group since 31 March 2008, the date to which the latest published audited financial statements of the Group were made up.

(c) Directors’ service agreements and interests in contract or arrangement

As at the Latest Practicable Date, none of the Directors had any existing or proposed service contract with any member of the Group (excluding contracts expiring or determinable by the Group within one year without payment of compensation (other than statutory compensation).

As at the Latest Practicable Date, none of the Directors is materially interested in any contract or arrangement subsisting at the date of this Circular which is significant in relation to the business of the Group.

4. SUBSTANTIAL SHAREHOLDERS

Save as disclosed below, so far as is known to the Directors or chief executive of the Company, no person (other than a Director or chief executive of the Company) who, as at the Latest Practicable Date, had an interest or short position in the shares, underlying shares or debentures of the Company or any of its associated corporations (within the meaning of Part XV of the SFO) which would fall to be disclosed under provisions of Division 2 and 3 of Part XV of the SFO, or who, as at the Latest Practicable Date, was directly and indirectly interested in 5% or more of the nominal value of any class of share capital carrying rights to vote in all circumstances at general meetings of any other member the Group.

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Long positions in the Shares and underlying Shares

Approximate
percentage of
the
Interest in Total Company’s
Interest in underlying interest in issued share
Name Capacity Shares Shares Shares capital
(%)
CSL Beneficial owner 10,909,090 518,134 11,427,224 9.09
(Note 1)
Porterstone Interest of 10,909,090 518,134 11,427,224 9.09
controlled
corporation
(Note 1)
Heung Wah Keung Interest of 10,909,090 518,134 11,427,224 9.09
controlled
corporation
(Note 1)
Chen Ming Yin, Interest of 10,909,090 518,134 11,427,224 9.09
Tiffany controlled
corporation
(Note 1)
Kingston Securities Other_(Note 2)_ 789,648,704 789,648,704 62.82
Chu Yuet Wah Interest of 789,648,704 789,648,704 62.82
controlled
corporation
(Note 2)
Ma Siu Fong Interest of 789,648,704 789,648,704 62.82
controlled
corporation
(Note 2)
Billion Era Group Beneficial owner 17,142,857 17,142,857 13.87
Limited (Note 3)

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Approximate
percentage of
the
Interest in Total Company’s
Interest in underlying interest in issued share
Name Capacity Shares Shares Shares capital
(%)
Leong Chi Meng Interest of 17,142,857 17,142,857 13.87
controlled
corporation
(Note 3)
Ung Siu Han Interest of spouse 17,142,857 17,142,857 13.87
(Note 3)
Eagle Mate Beneficial owner 18,000,000 162,000,000 180,000,000 143.21
(Note 4)
Mander Beneficial owner 3,786,000 170,074,000 173,860,000 138.32
(Note 4)
Business Power Interest of 21,786,000 332,074,000 353,860,000 281.53
controlled
corporation
(Note 4)
Lok Hoi Yan Interest of 21,786,000 332,074,000 353,860,000 281.53
controlled
corporation
(Note 4)

Notes:

  1. CSL is a company wholly owned by Glenstone Investments Limited, which in turn is owned as to 60% by Porterstone and as to 40% by Mr. Heung Wah Keung. CSL was interested in 10,909,090 Shares, and was deemed to be interested in 518,134 underlying Shares in relation to the CSL Convertible Bond.

  2. Kingston Securities was deemed to be interested in 789,648,704 Shares by virtue of its capacity as the underwriter pursuant to the Underwriting Agreement. Ms. Chu Yuet Wah and Ms. Ma Siu Fong own 51% and 49% interest in Kingston Securities respectively.

  3. Billion ERA Group Limited was beneficially interested in 17,142,857 Shares. Billion ERA Group Limited is wholly and beneficially owned by Mr. Leong Chi Meng. Ms. Ung Siu Han is the spouse of Mr. Leung Chi Meng, and is thus deemed to be interested in the Shares held by Billion ERA Group Limited.

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  1. 3,786,000 Shares and 18,000,000 Shares are held by Mander and Eagle Mate respectively. Both companies are wholly and beneficially owned by Business Power. Mr. Lei also owns 1,053,853 Shares in his personal capacity and is deemed to be interested in 1,256,897 Shares which would fall to be issued upon exercise of the 1,256,897 Shares Options. Mr. Lei has given the Lei Undertaking (a) to subscribe for or procure subscriptions for: (i) 9,484,677 Offer Shares to which Mr. Lei is entitled under the Open Offer; (ii) 162,000,000 Offer Shares to which Eagle Mate is entitled under the Open Offer; and (iii) 34,074,000 Offer Shares to which Mander is entitled under the Open Offer and (b) to procure subscription by Mander for 136,000,000 Offer Shares under Excess Application Forms, which, when fully allotted and issued under the Open Offer and together with all Shares held by Mr. Lei, Eagle Mate and Mander and their respective associates after the Open Offer, shall represent 28.99% of the issued share capital of the Company on fully diluted basis.

5. PARTICULARS OF THE DIRECTORS

Qualification of the Directors

Executive Directors

Mr. Lei Hong Wai, aged 40, is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company. Mr. Lei is responsible for the overall strategic planning and managing function of the Group. Mr. Lei has over 16 years experience in the entertainment industry. Mr. Lei was a director of The Chamber of Hong Kong Listed Companies Limited, which promotes interaction amongst its members, which are listed companies in Hong Kong and the People’s Republic of China, in 2002. Mr. Lei joined the Company in July 2007.

Mr. Cheung Kwok Wai, Elton, aged 42, is the general manager of the Group. He holds a Master Degree in Accounting and Finance of the University of Lancaster, England. Mr. Cheung has over 20 years experience in the area of corporate finance and securities industries. He is responsible for managing the Group’s investment in Canada and overseeing the Group’s daily operations. Mr. Cheung joined the Group in January 2008.

Independent non-executive Directors

Mr. Leung Wai Man, aged 38, has over 9 years of experience in company secretarial, accounting and financial management. He is an associate member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants in the United Kingdom. Mr. Leung was appointed as an independent non-executive Director on 10 July 2007. He is also a member of the audit committee of the Company as at the Latest Practicable Date.

Mr. Man Kong Yui, aged 48, has been involved in the financial and securities industries for over 26 years and has extensive experience in bullion, securities, futures and foreign exchange business. He has held various senior positions with prominent banks and international financial institutions, Mr. Man holds a Bachelor Degree in

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Business Administration from Chinese University of Hong Kong. Mr. Man is currently an independent non-executive director of Greater China Technology Group Limited and Get Nice Holdings Limited, which all these companies are listed on the Stock Exchange. Mr. Man was appointed as an independent non-executive Director on 18 September 2007. He is also a member of the audit committee of the Company as at the Latest Practicable Date.

Mr. Kwok Chuen Hung, Dominic, aged 48, has substantial experience in project investment and other trading business both in Hong Kong and South East Asia. Mr. Kwok was appointed as an independent non-executive Director on 10 November 2008. He is also a member of the audit committee of the Company as at the Latest Practicable Date.

6. AUDIT COMMITTEE

The Company established an audit committee with written terms of reference in compliance with the GEM Listing Rules. Rule 5.28 of the GEM Rules requires that the audit committee must comprise a minimum of three members with a majority of independent non-executive Directors and at least one member must have appropriate professional qualifications or accounting or related financial management expertise. As at the Latest Practicable Date, the audit committee comprises Mr. Leung Wai Man, Mr. Man Kong Yui and Mr. Kwok Chuen Hung, Dominic, all of whom are also independent non-executive Directors. The main duties of the audit committee include the followings:

  • (a) to review the financial statements and reports and consider any significant or unusual items raised by the qualified accountant, compliance officer or external auditors before submission to the board;

  • (b) to review the relationship with the external auditors by reference to the work performed by the auditors, their fees and terms of engagement, and make recommendation to the Board on the appointment, re-appointment and removal of external auditors; and

  • (c) to review the adequacy and effectiveness of the Company’s financial reporting system, internal control system and risk management system and associated procedures.

The audit committee held four meetings during the year ended 31 March 2008, to review the financial results and reports, financial reporting and compliance procedures, report on the Company’s internal control and risk management review and processes as well as the re-appointment of the external auditors.

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There is no material uncertainty relating to events and conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern.

There is no disagreement between the Board and the audit committee regarding the selection, appointment, resignation or dismissal of external auditors.

The Company’s annual results for the year ended 31 March 2008, has been reviewed by the audit committee.

7. CORPORATE INFORMATION AND PARTIES INVOLVED IN THE OPEN OFFER

Registered Office Cricket Square Hutchins Drive P.O. Box 2681 Grand Cayman KY1-1111 Cayman Islands Head office and principal place of Unit 1611, 16/F. business in Hong Kong Shun Tak Centre West Tower 168-200 Connaught Road Central Hong Kong Authorised representatives Mr. Lei Principal share registrar and transfer Bank of Bermuda (Cayman) Limited office in Cayman Islands Strathvale House North Church Street George Town Grand Cayman Cayman Islands British West Indies Branch share registrar and transfer Tricor Secretaries Limited office in Hong Kong 26th Floor, Tesbury Centre 28 Queen’s Road East Wanchai, Hong Kong Legal advisers to the Company as to (i) Hong Kong Law Michael Li & Co. (ii) Cayman Islands Law Conyers Dill and Pearman

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Independent Financial Adviser to the Grand Cathay Independent Board Committee and the Independent Shareholders Auditors CCIF CPA Limited 20/F., Sunning Plaza 10 Hysan Avenue Causeway Bay Hong Kong

Principal banker Hang Seng Bank Central Branch 83 Des Voeux Road Central Hong Kong

8. EXPERTS

The following are the qualifications of the experts who have given an opinion or advice, which is contained in this Circular:

  • Grand Cathay a licensed corporation for type 1 (dealing in securities), type 6 (advising on corporate finance) and type 9 (asset management) regulated activities under the SFO

CCIF CPA Limited certified public accountants

As at the Latest Practicable Date, none of Grand Cathay and CCIF CPA Limited had any interest, either direct or indirect, in any assets which have been, since 31 March 2008, the date to which the latest published audited consolidated financial statements of the Company were made up, acquired or disposed of by or leased to or are proposed to be acquired or disposed of by or leased to any member of the Group or shareholding in any number of the Group or the right to subscribe for or to nominate persons to subscribe for securities in any member of the Group.

As at the Latest Practicable Date, none of Grand Cathay and CCIF CPA Limited had any shareholding in any member of the Group or the right (whether legally enforceable or not) to subscribe for or to nominate persons to subscribe for securities in any member of the Group.

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Each of Grand Cathay and CCIF CPA Limited has given and has not withdrawn its respective written consent to the issue of this Circular with the inclusion of its respective letter and/or report and/or reference to its respective name, in the form and context in which it respectively appears.

9. LITIGATION

As at the Latest Practicable Date, none of the member of the Group was engaged in any litigation or arbitration of material importance and there was no litigation or claim of material importance known to the Directors to be pending or threatened by or against any member of the Group.

10. MATERIAL CONTRACTS

Save for the contracts set out below, there is no other material contract (not being contract entered into in the ordinary course of business) entered into by the Company within the two years immediately preceding the issue of this Circular:

  • (a) the Underwriting Agreement and the Supplemental Agreement;

  • (b) the Subscription Agreement;

  • (c) the disposal agreement dated 9 January 2008 for the disposal of the shares of Point of View Movie Production Company Limited, Brilliant Picture Movie Production Company Limited and Inspire Film Distribution Limited to a former Director for a total consideration of HK$2,000,000;

  • (d) the service agreement entered into between the Group and China Star HK Entertainment Co. Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Star Entertainment Limited, dated 21 December 2007 in relation to the provision of the lead actor of the motion picture to be produced and the procurement to provide professional services in relation to post-production of the said film from China Star HK Entertainment Co. Ltd. for a total consideration of HK$4,500,000;

  • (e) the sale and purchase agreement dated 23 October 2007 for the acquisition of Grandeur Concord Limited from Eagle Mate for a total consideration of HK$18,000,000;

  • (f) the placing agreement dated 23 October 2007 entered into between the Company and Kingston Securities for placing up to a maximum of 900,000,000 ordinary shares of HK$0.10 each on a best effort basis and 450,000,000 ordinary shares of HK$0.10 each on a fully underwritten basis at a price of HK$0.12 per share;

  • (g) the placing agreement dated 23 October 2007 entered into between the Company and Kingston Securities for placing up to 49,860,000 ordinary shares of HK$0.10 each on a fully underwritten basis at a price of HK$0.12 per share;

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  • (h) the sale and purchase agreement dated 28 August 2007 entered into between the Company, Billion ERA Group Limited as vendor and Mr. Leong Chi Meng as guarantor in relation to the sale and purchase of the entire issued share capital of Classic Grace Enterprises Limited and a sale loan at a total consideration of HK$24,000,000;

  • (i) the underwriting agreement dated 28 August 2007 entered into between the Company and Kingston Securities in relation to the issue by way of open offer of 124,663,636 offer shares of HK$0.10 each on the basis of one offer share for every two existing shares of HK$0.01 each on the record date at a price of HK$0.15 per offer share;

  • (j) the sale and purchase agreement dated 23 April 2007 entered into between Galaxy Image (BVI) Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company and Keep Beat Enterprises Limited in relation to the disposal of the entire issued share capital of Luminous Star Limited and Milkyway Image (Hong Kong) Limited, and the sale loans at a total consideration of HK$26,000,000;

  • (k) the subscription agreement dated 12 March 2007 entered into between the Company and CSL in relation to the subscription and issue of the CSL Convertible Bond in the principal amount of HK$25,000,000 due 2012; and

  • (l) the bond placing agreement dated 5 December 2006 entered into between the Company and Kingston Securities for a placing of the convertible bonds of the Company up to an aggregate principal amount of HK$20,000,000.

11. INTERESTS IN COMPETING BUSINESS

As at the Latest Practicable Date, none of the Directors, the compliance advisor, employees and controlling shareholder of the Company and their respective associates was considered to have interests in businesses apart from the Group’s businesses which compete, or are likely to compete, either directly or indirectly, with the businesses of the Group, or any other conflict of interest which any of them has or may have with the Group.

12. GENERAL

  • (a) Mr. Lee Chan Wah is the company secretary, qualified accountant and compliance officer of the Company. He is a member of the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants and a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. He has been appointed as the company secretary of the Company since October 2007.

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  • (b) The business address of all Directors is Unit 1611, 16/F, Shun Tak Centre, West Tower, 168-200 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong.

  • (c) The expenses in connection with the Open Offer, including financial, legal and other professional advisory fees, underwriting commission, printing and translation expenses are estimated to be approximately HK$1.4 million and will be payable by the Company.

  • (d) The English text of this document shall prevail over the Chinese text for the purpose of interpretation.

13. DOCUMENTS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION

Copies of the following documents are available for inspection during normal business hours on any Business Day at the principal place of business in Hong Kong of the Company at Unit 1611, 16/F, Shun Tak Centre, West Tower, 168-200 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong, from the date of this Circular up to and including the date of the EGM:

  • (a) this Circular;

  • (b) the Articles;

  • (c) the annual reports of the Company for each of the two financial years ended 31 March 2007 and 2008 and the interim report of the Company for the six months ended 30 June 2008;

  • (d) the report from CCIF CPA Limited on the unaudited pro forma financial information of the Group, the text of which is set out on pages 302 to 318 of this Circular;

  • (e) the letter from the Independent Board Committee, the text of which is set out on page 44 of this Circular;

  • (f) the letter from the Independent Financial Adviser to the Independent Board Committee and the Independent Shareholders, the text of which is set out on pages 45 to 57 of this Circular;

  • (g) the written consents referred to under the paragraph headed “Experts” in this appendix; and

  • (h) the material contracts referred to under the paragraph headed “Material Contracts” in this appendix.

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(Incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability)

(Stock Code: 8130)

NOTICE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an extraordinary general meeting (the “ Meeting ”) of Brilliant Arts Multi-Media Holding Limited (the “ Company ”) will be held at Unit 1611, 16/F, Shun Tak Centre, West Tower, 168-200 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong, at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, 14 January 2009 for the purpose of considering and, if thought fit, passing the following resolutions as ordinary resolutions of the Company to be taken by way of poll:

ORDINARY RESOLUTIONS

  1. THAT subject to the fulfillment of the conditions as set out in the underwriting agreement (the “ Underwriting Agreement ”, a copy of which has been produced to the Meeting marked “A” and signed by the chairman of the Meeting for the purpose of identification) dated 27 November 2008 as supplemented by the supplemental agreement (the “ Supplemental Agreement ”, a copy of which has been produced to the Meeting marked “B” and signed by the chairman of the Meeting for the purpose of identification) dated 4 December 2008 both entered into between the Company and Kingston Securities Limited (the “ Kingston Securities ”), and the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement not being terminated in accordance with the terms thereof prior to 4:00 p.m. on the last acceptance day of the Open Offer (as defined below),

  2. (i) the issue by way of open offer (the “ Open Offer ”) of 1,131,207,381 shares (the “ Offer Shares ”) of the Company to the shareholders (the “ Qualifying Shareholders ”) of the Company whose names appear on the register of members of the Company on the date (the “ Record Date ”) by reference to which entitlements under the Open Offer are to be determined (excluding those shareholders (the “ Prohibited Shareholders ”) with registered addresses as shown in the register of members of the Company at the close of business on the Record Date in places outside Hong Kong in respect of whom the board (the (“ Board ”) of directors (the “ Directors ”) of the Company consider it necessary or expedient not to offer the Offer Shares after making the relevant enquiries regarding the legal restrictions under the laws of the relevant places and the requirements of the relevant regulatory body or stock exchange in those places) on the basis of nine Offer Shares for every one existing share of the Company then held is hereby approved, confirmed and ratified;

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  • (ii) any Directors be and is hereby authorised to allot and issue the Offer Shares pursuant to or in connection with the Open Offer notwithstanding that the same may be offered, allotted or issued otherwise than pro rata to the Qualifying Shareholders and, in particular, the Directors be and are hereby authorised to make such exclusions or other arrangements in relation to fractional entitlements or Prohibited Shareholders as they deem necessary or expedient having regard to any restrictions or obligations under the laws of, or the requirements of any recognised regulatory body or any stock exchange in, any territory outside Hong Kong applicable to the Company;

  • (iii) the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement and the transactions contemplated thereunder (including but not limited to the arrangements for taking up of the unsubscribed Offer Shares, if any, by Kingston Securities) be and are hereby approved, confirmed and ratified;

  • (iv) the arrangements for application for the Offer Shares by the Qualifying Shareholders in excess of their entitlements under the Open Offer be and are hereby approved, confirmed and ratified; and

  • (v) any Director be and is hereby authorised to sign and execute such documents and do all such acts and things incidental to the Open Offer or as they consider necessary, desirable or expedient in connection with the implementation of or giving effect to the Open Offer, the Underwriting Agreement as supplemented by the Supplemental Agreement and the transactions contemplated thereunder.”

2. “ THAT

  • (i) subject to the fulfillment of the conditions as set out therein, the subscription agreement (the “ Subscription Agreement ”, a copy of which has been produced to the Meeting marked “C” and signed by the chairman of the Meeting for the purpose of identification) dated 26 November 2008 entered into between the Company and Golife Concepts Holdings Limited (“ Golife ”), in relation to the subscription (the “ Subscription ”) of the zero coupon convertible bonds (the “ GC Convertible Bonds ”) in an aggregate principal amount of HK$100 million to be issued by Golife in five tranches of HK$20 million each due on the tenth anniversary of the date of issue of such GC Convertible Bonds and the transactions contemplated thereunder (including but not limited to the exercise of conversion rights conferred by such GC Convertible Bonds) be and are hereby approved, confirmed and ratified; and

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  • (ii) any Director be and is hereby authorised to sign and execute such documents and do all such acts and things incidental to the Subscription or as they consider necessary, desirable or expedient in connection with the implementation of or giving effect to the Subscription Agreement, the Subscription and the transactions contemplated thereunder.”

  • THAT Mr. Cheung Kwok Wai, Elton be and is hereby re-elected as an executive Director with immediate effect.”

  • THAT Mr. Kwok Chuen Hung, Dominic be and is hereby re-elected as an independent non-executive Director with immediate effect.”

By Order of the board of directors of Brilliant Arts Multi-Media Holding Limited Lei Hong Wai Chairman

Hong Kong, 29 December 2008

Head office and principal place of business in Hong Kong: Unit 1611, 16/F. Shun Tak Centre West Tower 168-200 Connaught Road Central Hong Kong

Registered Office: Cricket Square Hutchins Drive P.O. Box 2681 Grand Cayman KY1-1111 Cayman Islands

Notes:

  1. A member entitled to attend and vote at the Meeting convened by the above notice is entitled to appoint one or more proxies to attend and, subject to the provisions of the articles of association of the Company, vote in his stead. A proxy need not be a member of the Company but must be present in person to represent the member.

  2. A form of proxy for use at the Meeting is enclosed. In order to be valid, the form of proxy attached to this circular must be duly completed and signed in accordance with the instructions printed thereon and deposited together with a power of attorney or other authority (if any) under which it is signed or a notarially certified copy of that power or authority, at the office of the branch share registrar of the Company in Hong Kong, Tricor Secretaries Limited at 26th Floor, Tesbury Centre, 28 Queen’s Road East, Wanchai, Hong Kong not less than 48 hours before the time for holding the Meeting or adjourned meeting. Completion and return of the form of proxy will not preclude a member from attending and voting in person at the Meeting or at any adjournment thereof should he so wish.

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  1. Where there are joint holders of any share of the Company, any one of such holders may vote at the Meeting either personally or by proxy in respect of such share as if he were solely entitled thereto, but if more than one of such holders be present at the Meeting personally or by proxy, then the one of such holders whose name stands first on the register of members of the Company in respect of such share shall alone be entitled to vote in respect thereof. Several executors or administrators of a deceased member in whose name any share stands shall for this purpose be deemed joint holders thereof.

  2. Voting on all resolutions above will be conducted by way of poll.

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