B.Duck Semk expects H1 loss attributable to shareholders to widen about 50% to HK$16 million

• B.Duck Semk flagged a wider loss for the six months ended June 30, 2026, with loss attributable to equity holders seen up about 50%.
• The prior-year loss for the six months ended June 30, 2025 was about HK$10.7 million, implying a loss of roughly HK$16.05 million.
• Lower royalty income in character licensing cited, tied to renewal term adjustments with some licensees, amid tougher industry competition.
• Cost pressure cited from higher legal and professional fees, higher online platform usage fees, inventory clearance at discounts, Cityfuns investment-phase expenses.
• Staff, promotion costs fell on restructuring, cost controls, though savings did not offset revenue decline, higher costs; interim results due by end-August 2026.

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