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In 2013, IGG Inc. successfully executed a strategic pivot from a client-based game publisher to a mobile-focused developer, a transition that fundamentally reshaped its financial and operational profile. By reallocating over 80% of its research and development resources to the mobile sector, the company capitalized on the expanding smartphone market, most notably through the launch of its hit title, "Castle Clash." This shift drove a 103.7% year-over-year revenue increase to US$88.0 million and facilitated a significant financial turnaround, moving the company from a US$13.44 million loss in 2012 to a profit of US$6.95 million in 2013. The company’s growth was bolstered by its successful listing on the GEM of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in October 2013, which provided a substantial liquidity injection. By year-end, cash and cash equivalents rose to US$135.5 million, and the company successfully converted its redeemable convertible preferred shares into equity, effectively strengthening its balance sheet and reducing its gearing ratio from 50.0% to 10.3%. These financial gains were supported by a global operational strategy that emphasized high-quality localization and a diversified revenue base spanning North America, Asia, and Europe. Corporate governance remained a priority throughout this period of rapid expansion. While the company acknowledged minor deviations from specific code provisions regarding leadership separation and meeting frequency following its IPO, it maintained robust internal controls and established essential board committees to ensure regulatory compliance. Looking forward, the company has positioned itself for continued growth through strategic initiatives, including the formation of new international subsidiaries, a cooperation agreement with Tencent, and a commitment to launching 15–20 new titles to further solidify its presence in the global mobile gaming market.
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CONTENTS Corporate Information 2 Corporate Information 2 Chairman’s Statement 4 Management Discussion and Analysis 7 Management Discussion and Analysis 7 Biographical Details of Directors and Senior Management 20 Biographical Details of Directors and Senior Management 20 Corporate Governance Report 26 Corporate Governance Report 26 Directors' Report 37 Directors’ Report 37 Independent Auditors' Report 59 Independent Auditors’ Report 59 Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss 61 Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss 61 Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income 62 Consolidated Statement of Financial Position 63 Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity 64 Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows 66 Statement of Financial Position 68 Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements 69 Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements Financial Summary 145 Financial Summary 145 Definitions 146 Definitions 146
CORPORATE INFORMATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS JOINT COMPANY SECRETARIES Executive Directors Ms. Jessie Shen BOARD OF DIRECTORS JOINT COMPANY SECRETARIES Executive Directors Ms. Jessie Shen Mr. Zongjian Cai The Hong Kong Institute of Chartered (Chairman Ms. Yin Ping Yvonne Kwong and executive (a member Mr. Yuan Chi officer) The Hong of chief Secretaries) Kong Institute Non-executive Directors of Chartered Non-executive Directors AUTHORISED REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Xiaojun Li AUTHORISED REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Kee Lock Chua Mr. Zongjian Cai Independent Non-executive Directors Ms. Jessie Shen Independent Non-executive Directors Ms. Yin Ping Yvonne Kwong Dr. Horn Kee Leong COMPLIANCE OFFICER Mr. Dajian Yu COMPLIANCE OFFICER Ms. Zhao Lu Mr. Yuan Chi BOARD COMMITTEES REGISTERED OFFICE BOARD COMMITTEES REGISTERED OFFICE A u d i t C o m m i t t e e (Chairman) Offshore Incorporations (Cayman) Limited Dr. Horn Kee Leong Floor 4, Willow House, Cricket Square Mr. Xiaojun Li P.O. Box 2804, Grand Cayman, KY1-1112 Mr. Kee Lock Chua Cayman Islands Mr. Dajian Yu Ms. Zhao Lu HEADQUARTERS AND PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IN SINGAPORE N o m i n a t i o n C o m m i t t e (Chairman) e No. 10 Jalan Kilang Dr. Horn Kee Leong Sime Darby Enterprise Centre Mr. Zongjian Cai #07-03 Singapore 159410 Mr. Dajian Yu Ms. Zhao Lu PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IN Ms. Zhao Lu HONG KONG
Lu HEADQUARTERS AND PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IN SINGAPORE N o m i n a t i o n C o m m i t t e (Chairman) e No. 10 Jalan Kilang Dr. Horn Kee Leong Sime Darby Enterprise Centre Mr. Zongjian Cai #07-03 Singapore 159410 Mr. Dajian Yu Ms. Zhao Lu PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS IN Ms. Zhao Lu HONG KONG 18/F, Tesbury Centre R e m u n e r a t i o n (Chairman) C o m m i t t e e ’ Ms. Zhao Lu 28 Queen s Road East Mr. Zongjian Cai Wanchai Mr. Dajian Yu Hong Kong Mr. Dajian Yu Hong Kong
During the first half of 2022, IGG faced a challenging financial period characterized by a 23% year-on-year revenue decline to HK$2.49 billion. This downturn was primarily driven by the natural maturity of the company’s flagship title, *Lords Mobile*, and compounded by significant investment losses totaling HK$114 million. Consequently, the company recorded a net loss of HK$172 million, a sharp reversal from the profit of HK$577 million reported in the same period of 2021. In response to these pressures, the Board opted not to declare an interim dividend, prioritizing resource optimization and long-term strategic investments. Operational adjustments included an 11% reduction in total headcount and a strategic pivot toward increased research and development, which saw a 48% rise in spending to HK$738 million. While core game operations returned to profitability by the second quarter, the company continues to navigate a transition phase, marked by significant capital commitments such as the construction of a new office facility in Fuzhou. The company maintains a diversified investment portfolio, holding material stakes in private equity funds like MFund and Griffin Gaming Partners to support its long-term focus on the global mobile gaming sector. Corporate governance remains centered on a leadership structure where the chairman and CEO roles are unified, a deviation from standard codes that the company justifies through existing internal checks and balances. Furthermore, IGG continues to utilize structured contracts to operate within the People’s Republic of China, ensuring compliance with foreign investment restrictions. Although these entities represent a small portion of total revenue, the company acknowledges the inherent regulatory uncertainty of this model. Moving forward, the organization intends to leverage its R&D investments to launch innovative titles, aiming to stabilize performance despite expectations of continued net losses through the remainder of 2022.
IGG Inc. demonstrated a robust financial performance during the first half of 2020, characterized by a strategic pivot toward profitability and capital efficiency despite a 12% year-on-year revenue decline to US$312.3 million. This revenue contraction, largely attributed to the natural lifecycle of legacy gaming titles, was offset by a significant 88% surge in net profit to US$132.8 million. This growth was fueled by disciplined cost management across advertising and research and development, alongside substantial gains from strategic equity investments, most notably in XD Inc. The company maintained a strong liquidity position throughout the period, ending June 30, 2020, with US$339.9 million in cash and no bank borrowings. This financial stability enabled the firm to return value to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases totaling US$93.8 million. Total equity grew to US$462.7 million, bolstered by a US$54.3 million increase in the fair value of investments. These results reflect a broader corporate strategy of diversifying beyond core gaming into utility applications and complementary industry investments, while maintaining rigorous oversight of share-based incentive schemes and corporate governance structures. Operational presence within the People’s Republic of China remains managed through structured contracts, which allow for the consolidation of Fuzhou Tianmeng’s financial results. While these arrangements accounted for a minor portion of total revenue and assets, the company acknowledges the regulatory risks associated with evolving foreign investment laws. To mitigate potential disruptions, the firm maintains a contingency strategy involving alternative domestic publishing partnerships. Overall, the period was defined by successful capital allocation and a transition toward a more diversified, profit-oriented business model that prioritizes long-term shareholder value and operational resilience in the global gaming market.
IGG Inc. experienced a period of robust financial expansion during the first nine months of 2014, characterized by a 180.9% year-over-year revenue increase to $144.1 million. This performance represents a significant fiscal turnaround, shifting from a $2.7 million loss in the previous year to a profit of $51.3 million. The primary catalyst for this growth is the company’s successful transition toward mobile gaming, with titles such as Castle Clash and Clash of Lords now accounting for 87% of total revenue. While gross profit margins experienced a marginal contraction to 71.8% due to rising channel costs, the company remains focused on global market penetration, portfolio diversification, and the monetization of its proprietary social platform, Link. Corporate governance and internal restructuring remained central to operations throughout this period. The company maintained strict compliance with securities transaction codes and formalized an act-in-concert agreement among its primary controlling shareholders. Strategic human capital management was evidenced by the appointment of a new Chief Financial Officer and the continued consolidation of the Chairman and CEO roles under Mr. Zongjian Cai. Furthermore, the company actively utilized share-based incentive programs, granting over 10 million options and more than 2.4 million awarded shares to align the interests of management and employees with long-term corporate performance. The company’s operational scope remains international, supported by a diversified tax profile across its global subsidiaries. By successfully converting preferred shares and executing open-market share purchases to support its award schemes, the organization has strengthened its capital structure. Moving forward, the strategic emphasis remains on sustaining mobile-first growth while navigating the competitive landscape of the global digital entertainment industry through continued investment in both product development and platform infrastructure.
IGG Inc. achieved substantial financial transformation during the first half of 2014, pivoting from a loss-making position in the prior year to a period of robust profitability. Total revenue surged by 219.1% year-over-year to US$91.9 million, while net profit reached US$32.9 million. This growth was primarily fueled by the successful performance of mobile titles such as Castle Clash and Clash of Lords II, which collectively shifted the company’s revenue composition toward mobile gaming, now accounting for 81.5% of total earnings. Reflecting this improved operational scale and liquidity, the company declared an interim dividend of HK5.6 cents per share. The company’s global reach expanded significantly, supported by a user base of over 160 million registered accounts and 16.7 million monthly active users across North America, Asia, and Europe. To sustain this momentum, the organization is prioritizing long-term development through investments in the Link Messenger social platform and the expansion of internal R&D capabilities. Notably, the company terminated its external R&D outsourcing agreement with GameCoreTech, transitioning these functions to an internal Canadian subsidiary to streamline operations. This move, alongside the implementation of various share-based incentive schemes, underscores a strategic focus on retaining key talent and enhancing in-house innovation. Financially, the company maintains a strong balance sheet with US$104.1 million in cash and bank balances and no bank borrowings. Corporate governance remains a priority, with ongoing compliance efforts regarding foreign investment regulations in the PRC, including the use of structured contracts to navigate telecommunications sector requirements. By maintaining rigorous adherence to GEM Listing Rules and successfully integrating new IFRS standards, the company has solidified its financial foundation while positioning itself for continued expansion within the competitive global mobile gaming market.