Emperor Entertainment Hotel Limited (296) reported total revenue of HK$335.6 million for the six months ended 30 September 2025, compared to HK$407.9 million in the previous period. Revenue from hotels and leasing apartments rose slightly to HK$157.7 million from HK$154.9 million, while gaming revenue stood at HK$177.9 million versus HK$253.0 million in the prior period. A significant drop in fair value loss on investment properties to HK$68.8 million, down from HK$263.9 million, narrowed the net loss to HK$73.1 million (previously HK$225.7 million). Basic loss per share was HK$0.05, compared with HK$0.15 a year ago.
Hotels and leasing apartments revenue included room revenue of HK$84.9 million and food and beverage revenue of HK$47.4 million, along with rental income and other revenue. The company’s hospitality portfolio in Hong Kong and Macau comprises The Emperor Hotel, The Unit Morrison Hill, The Unit Happy Valley, The Unit Soho, Grand Emperor Hotel, and Inn Hotel. Termination of the gaming operation in Grand Emperor Hotel took effect on 31 October 2025, with Emperor Entertainment Hotel Limited planning alternative entertainment and amusement facilities to broaden its revenue sources.
The company cited encouraging trends in Hong Kong’s tourism promotion and Macau’s diversification efforts, alongside increasing visitor arrivals in both regions. Cash, short-term bank deposits, and pledged deposits amounted to HK$565.0 million as of 30 September 2025. Total borrowings were HK$39.5 million, and the gearing ratio remained at zero. Emperor Entertainment Hotel Limited employed 439 staff as of the reporting date with total staff costs of HK$153.1 million. No interim dividend was declared for the period.