- The 10th edition of CENTRESTAGE runs from 3 to 6 September at the HKCEC, with free admission on all four days for both industry professionals and the public- Over 260 brands from 25 countries and regions are participating, making this the biggest and most international edition to date. Six themed zones cover accessories, athleisure, circular fashion, craftsmanship, contemporary design and urban street style- The United Kingdom joins for the first time as Partner Country, presenting 16 British brands and bringing fresh perspectives to the fair- Internationally acclaimed couturier Guo Pei and legendary fashion figure Professor Jimmy Choo OBE will both host sharing sessions- Around 30 runway shows will be staged, including the Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show that features creative collections from four local brands- The Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers’ Contest (YDC) closes the fair on 6 September, with Charles Jeffrey, designer of London label Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY, serving as guest judgeHONG KONG, Sep 3, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Culture and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), CENTRESTAGE, Asia’s annual fashion extravaganza, opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) in Wan Chai. The fair runs until 6 September, with free admission on all four days for both industry professionals and members of the public. This year marks a major milestone for CENTRESTAGE as the event celebrates its 10th edition. Over 260 brands from 25 countries and regions are taking part – a record high for CENTRESTAGE – with more diverse international participation helping to cement Hong Kong’s role as Asia’s fashion hub.Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “For the past decade, CENTRESTAGE has been committed to providing a platform where designers from Hong Kong and Asia can showcase their work and exchange ideas. As it celebrates its 10th edition, the scale of the fair has reached another new high, and for the first time we are delighted to welcome the United Kingdom as Partner Country. At CENTRESTAGE ELITES, held on 1 September, we were greatly honoured to have internationally acclaimed couturier Guo Pei present her new couture collection ‘Gilternity: An Everlasting Radiance’. This was her very first solo couture show in Hong Kong and it provided a dazzling highlight to the fair. During the exhibition period, more than 40 exciting events will take place, including a record number of around 30 fashion shows. These events will create more opportunities for designers, brands and the industry, while allowing the public to experience world-class fashion at close quarters.”International pavilions gather while design masters host sharing sessionsThis year’s CENTRESTAGE has attracted brands from around the globe. The United Kingdom is participating for the first time as Partner Country, presenting 16 brands, including the works of sustainable designer Patrick McDowell, to showcase the diversity of British design. Thailand has brought more than 40 brands for its largest pavilion ever, including KANZ BY THAITOR and SUNTREE ATELIER, highlighting the vibrancy of Southeast Asian fashion. Czechia is participating with brand LINDA PRO incorporating traditional glass craftsmanship into its unique handbag designs. The Canada pavilion highlights cultural diversity, presenting brands led by female, indigenous and multicultural designers, while Japan presents a number of emerging labels such as HOUGA and THE NERDYS. The Australia pavilion features brands such as BONDI BORN and bond-eye. Pavilions from Korea, Macao and the Philippines are also showcasing their latest designs. The fair has also attracted design forces from Mainland China, Hong Kong, Cambodia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Peru, Singapore, Taiwan, the Netherlands, the United States, Ukraine and Vietnam – a total of 25 countries and regions, with nine of them exhibiting for the first time – further consolidating CENTRESTAGE’s role as an international exchange platform and Hong Kong’s status as Asia’s fashion hub.CENTRESTAGE is not only a showcase for fashion brands but also a platform for industry exchange and discussions on the future development of fashion. This year sees several internationally renowned fashion gurus and industry leaders taking part in seminars and designer sharing sessions. On 1 September, Guo Pei presented more than 30 meticulously crafted works under the theme "Gilternity: An Everlasting Radiance" at CENTRESTAGE ELITES. Some of these pieces are on display during the fair, and on 4 September Guo Pei will attend in person a master sharing session to share her design philosophy and journey with the audience. Earlier today, international fashion legend Professor Jimmy Choo OBE hosted the “Meet the Fashion Legend” session, introducing the JCA – London Fashion Academy and showcasing works by its emerging designers. And on 5 September, Charles Jeffrey, designer of the London label Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY, will discuss his avant-garde creations and fashion vision at another sharing session. The fair also features forums on topics such as the fashion design, circular fashion and sustainability, further promoting industry dialogue and collaboration.Fashion Hong Kong’s 10th anniversary showcases local brand powerMore than 40 events will take place over the four days of CENTRESTAGE, including around 30 fashion shows – the highest number in a decade – to offer audiences a dazzling fashion feast. The Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show, organised by the HKTDC, was staged earlier today, showcasing the creative collections of four local brands: ANGUS TSUI, ARTY:ACTIVE, IP AXIS INDUSTRIAL STUDIO and selfFab. This year’s show also marks the 10th anniversary of the Fashion Hong Kong overseas promotion campaign series, presented under the theme “A Decade in Design: What is Seen' What is Felt'”, which explores the creative journeys of Hong Kong designers.The fair also features fashion shows from both local and overseas brands, presenting a wealth of cultures and styles. Highlights include new works by Hong Kong labels 112 mountainyam, DorisKath and KOWLOON CITY BOY; collections by Cambodian brand NATACHA VAN and Japanese brand Snidel; and a finale by CAMMIE CHAN CHEONGSAM, showing how cheongsam design can be extended to adult, children’s and even pet wear, promoting the concept of inclusivity.Multiple cross-regional and cross-sector collaborations are also featured, such as the “GBA Fashion Fusion 2025” organised by the Fashion Farm Foundation, the “Macau Fashion Parade” presented by the Macau Productivity and Technology Transfer Center, and a Thai designers’ showcase. All these events further highlight CENTRESTAGE’s role as a platform for international exchange within the industry. In addition, a series of fashion design competitions will be held during the event, including the “Young Knitwear Designers’ Contest” organised by the Knitwear Innovation and Design Society, and the “THREAD OF CREATIVITY – Fashion Design Competition" organised by Asian New Generation Creativity Design Association, providing a platform for young designers to showcase their talent. Redress, a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting sustainability, will host the Redress Design Award Grand Final, marking its 15th cycle, further encouraging the industry to embrace eco-conscious design.An important platform for nurturing new talent, the grand final of the Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers’ Contest (YDC) will take place on 6 September. This year, the guest judge is British designer Charles Jeffrey, renowned for his label Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY that is celebrated for its bold use of colour and combination of performance art with fashion design. His work is highly respected in the London fashion scene and beloved by international stars including Harry Styles, Rita Ora and Tilda Swinton. A panel of professional judges, including Mr Jeffrey, will select winners in four categories: Champion, Excellence Award, Best Visual Presentation, and the My Favourite Collection award. Members of the public can vote online for their favourite collection in the latter category with the chance to win one of five HK$2,000 Lee Gardens e-shopping vouchers sponsored by Hysan Development. (Voting link: https://bit.ly/YDC2025_IG_Vote_Now)This year’s fair features six major themed zones that cover multiple facets of the fashion industry. The newly added Accessories zone focuses on jewellery, footwear, handbags and lifestyle items, responding to strong market demand for fashion accessories. The Athleisure zone showcases sportswear that combines design and functionality, while the Craftsmanship zone highlights exquisite artisan techniques. The Contemporary zone presents avant-garde design, and the Urban zone focuses on youth-oriented street products, including Petrolhead, the design brand run by actor Louis Cheung. The Circular Fashion zone, meanwhile, showcases circular and sustainable design. Some exhibitors are offering retail products on site, allowing visitors to purchase directly from brands such as Bethel, Glocal Mahjong, IP AXIS INDUSTRIAL STUDIO, Petrolhead and YUE HWA.In addition to exhibitions and runway shows, the fair features interactive AI experiences and workshops where visitors can design and create their own fashion accessories, unleashing their creativity and experiencing the joy of fashion design. Local fragrance brand CitiScent has developed a bespoke scent specially for CENTRESTAGE, blending vitality and elegance. Visitors can redeem a 2ml sample with any onsite purchase, available while stocks last.The HKTDC continues to invite buyers from around the world to source at CENTRESTAGE, including major retailers such as Canada’s WDLT 117 Apparel Inc, Indonesia’s Zalora, Italy’s Sugar Srl and Japan’s Hankyu Hanshin Department Stores.CENTRESTAGE is held concurrently with the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TE, offering visitors a multifaceted fashion journey where apparel and timepieces converge, with visitors able to take part in the CENTRESTAGE x Watch & Clock Lucky Draw.Photo download: https://bit.ly/3JJX5evCENTRESTAGE opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Over four days, brands from around the world are unveiling their latest collections, including internationally acclaimed labelsJoining the glittering spectacle at CENTRESTAGE ELITES were Rosanna Law, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of the HKSAR Government (seventh left); Prof Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC (seventh right); acclaimed fashion designer Guo Pei (sixth left); Andrew Leung, President of the Legislative Council (sixth right); Margaret Fong, Executive Director of the HKTDC (fifth left); Katherine Fang, Chairman of the HKTDC Garment Advisory Committee (fifth right); Vivian Sum, Permanent Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of the HKSAR Government (fourth left); Dr Peter K N Lam, Council Member of the HKTDC (fourth right);  Dr Lo Kam Wing, Council Member of the HKTDC (third left); Lowell Cho, Acting Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries of the HKSAR Government (second left); Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC (second right); Shirley Chan, Council Member of the HKTDC and other guestsThe four-day CENTRESTAGE fair is fully open to industry buyers and the public free of charge. Selected brands are also offering retail on site, enabling visitors to purchase fashion pieces from around the worldInternationally renowned couturier Guo Pei unveiled her new collection “Gilternity: An Everlasting Radiance” at CENTRESTAGE ELITES on 1 September. Selected works from the collection are on display at the fairThe fair’s opening runway show, FASHIONALLY Collection, featured four local designer labels: MARCCH, Oplus2, OUS and phenotypsetterInternational fashion legend Professor Jimmy Choo OBE joined a sharing session today, introducing his JCA – London Fashion Academy and presenting creations from some of its emerging designers.This year’s CENTRESTAGE has attracted brands from across the globe. The United Kingdom is participating for the first time as Partner Country, bringing 16 British brands to the fairThe Czechia pavilion is making its debut, with brand LINDA PRO incorporating traditional glassmaking techniques into handbag designs, offering strikingly original creationsWebsites- CENTRESTAGE: www.centrestage.com.hk- CENTRESTAGE pre-registration link for buyer admission: https://bit.ly/4m8mv33- CENTRESTAGE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/centrestage_hktdc - Fashion Hong Kong:  https://www.fashionhongkong.com/en- Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest (YDC): www.fashionally.com/enMedia enquiriesBest Crew Public Relations & MarketingDiana Tang  Tel: (852) 3594 6443  Email: diana.tang@bestcrewpr.comReni Kwok  Tel: (852) 3594 6443  Email: reni.kwok@bestcrewpr.comHKTDC Communication and Public Affairs Department:Sharon Ha  Tel: (852) 2584 4575  Email: sharon.mt.ha@hktdc.orgKaty Wong  Tel: (852) 2584 4524  Email: katy.ky.wong@hktdc.orgHKTDC Newsroom: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout the HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus.  About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) established in June 2024, formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK), is a dedicated office set up by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative industries with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries. Its strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and cross-genre collaboration, promoting the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries under the industry-oriented principle, and promoting Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community to implement Hong Kong’s positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange under the National 14th Five-Year Plan. CCIDA’s website: www.ccidahk.gov.hk. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sep 3, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - On August 29, SERES announced its 2025 mid-year results, reporting strong growth across all key metrics. In the first half of the year, SERES achieved operating revenue of CNY 62.4 billion and net profit attributable to shareholders of CNY 2.94 billion—an 81% year-on-year increase. R&D investment reached CNY 5.12 billion, up nearly 155% from the prior year, while NEV sales totaled 172,108 units.This impressive performance was fueled by robust demand for premium smart electric vehicles under the AITO brand, supported by exceptional product quality and delivery capabilities. Contributing factors include the versatile MF Platform for efficient model development, the Super Factory for rapid production scaling, advanced digital-intelligent quality assurance systems, and a modern luxury experience that continues to strengthen AITO’s market reputation.AITO’s latest models continue to raise the bar, with the AITO 9 and AITO 8 maintaining their positions as sales leaders.In the first half of this year, the AITO series continued to evolve with several new launches, including the AITO 5 Ultra, the 2025 Edition AITO 9, and the AITO 8—all of which received strong market and consumer response.Thanks to improvements across its entire value chain, AITO has set new standards for delivery among China’s luxury new energy vehicle brands. As of August 2025, total deliveries of all AITO models have surpassed 750,000 units. Notably, cumulative deliveries of the AITO 9 have exceeded 220,000 units, making it the top-selling vehicle in the CNY 500,000 luxury car segment. The AITO 8 quickly became a bestseller after its debut, with over 70,000 units delivered and holding the top spot in the CNY 400,000 price segment for four consecutive months.Additionally, according to LandRoads’ Brand Health Tracking Study for New Energy Vehicles in the first half of 2025, the AITO brand ranked No. 1 in the Brand Development Confidence Index. The AITO 9 also led the overall new energy vehicle Net Promoter Score (NPS) rankings, with a score of 85.2.Notably, AITO launched an all-electric version of its family-focused flagship SUV, the AITO 8, on August 25. The all-new AITO 7 is also set to make its official debut in September. With the ongoing introduction of new models, AITO continues to expand its product lineup to meet the diverse needs of consumers and strengthen its leadership in the luxury new energy vehicle market.A Commitment to Technological Innovation and Robust R&D InvestmentTechnological innovation is central to SERES’ long-term growth. The company has consistently invested in research and development, driving new advancements and achieving remarkable results in technology. In the first half of 2025, SERES invested CNY 5.20 billion in R&D—nearly a 155% increase year-over-year. The number of R&D personnel reached 6,984, up approximately 27% from last year and now comprising 36% of the company’s total workforce.At this year’s Shanghai Auto Show, SERES unveiled its intelligent safety system, pioneering a scenario-based approach to vehicle safety. The new system establishes an intelligent safety framework across four key areas: life protection, vehicle body protection, health care, and privacy protection. This comprehensive approach ensures user safety throughout the entire vehicle lifecycle and sets a new industry benchmark for intelligent safety.Previously, SERES introduced a series of major technological advancements, including the SERES MF Platform, SERES Super Range-Extender, and the SERES Super Factory. The SERES Super Factory has been an industry pioneer with its “factory-within-a-factory” model, driving product integration, intelligent manufacturing, and industrial clustering to boost collaboration and innovation. The company also set a new industry standard with its Zero-Carbon Smart Logistics Hub.Brand Value Surges Amid Strong Investor ConfidenceAs the world’s fourth new energy vehicle manufacturer to achieve profitability, SERES laid a strong foundation for growth in the first half of the year through strategic product portfolio optimization, technological innovation, and enhanced operational efficiency.SERES also ranked 169th on the 2025 Fortune China 500 list. This was an ascent of 235 spots from the previous year, making it the fastest-climbing company on the list. On the TopBrand 2025 China’s Top 500 Brands list, released in August, SERES ranked 92nd with a brand value of CNY 175.52 billion, breaking into the automotive industry’s top 10 and highlighting its leadership in brand development and market influence. More recently, on August 28, SERES climbed to 59th place—up 174 spots—on the 2025 China Top 500 Private Enterprises list, becoming the top-ranked private enterprise in Chongqing.Meanwhile, the capital markets continue to show strong confidence in SERES’ future growth. In the past six months, nearly 40 securities firms have issued “Buy” ratings for SERES, with expectations that the company will maintain a strong growth trajectory throughout the second half of the year. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sep 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The recent de-escalation in global trade tension has triggered an uptick in confidence among Hong Kong exporters. This was the key finding of the latest edition of the HKTDC Export Confidence Index – 3Q25 – which was released today.Overall 2025 Export Growth Forecast for 2025 upwardly adjustedThis rise in confidence was underlined by the readings of two of the Index’s key components – the Current Performance Index and the Expectation Index. For its part, the Current Performance Index, a measure of how exporters viewed their business performance in the surveyed quarter, stood at 53.3 (up from 49.6). The Expectation Index, a measure of how exporters see their likely prospects in the coming quarter, stood at 54.3 (up from 49.0).This is the highest reading for the two metrics since the introduction of the upgraded HKTDC Export Confidence Index in January 2024. The outcomes here were underpinned by the rally in Sales and New Orders, a development driven by the widely adopted trade front-loading strategy, and the rise in Trade Value (higher unit prices), which stemmed from the impact of the higher US tariffs.Hong Kong’s exports recorded year-on-year growth of 12.7% in the first seven months of 2025, with the tactical front-loading of trade being the major contributory factor. As a result, the HKTDC has upwardly revised its overall Hong Kong Export Growth Forecast for 2025 from 3% to 7-9%.Tariffs and front-loaded trade set to impact 2026 export figuresThe Council, however, has been keen to put this revision into perspective and has cautioned against assuming this latest prediction will remain unaffected by the ongoing market uncertainties.Addressing the uncertainties that lie ahead, Irina Fan, Director of HKTDC Research, said: “While it’s tempting to celebrate this forecast, it’s essential that we bear in mind that the better-than-expected export performance in the first seven months of the year was driven largely by the front-loading trade strategy, the benefits of which will recede over the coming months.“As of August, the US imposed high tariffs on many of its major trading partners, including Japan, South Korea, the European Union and several key ASEAN bloc members. Beyond that, China-US trade talks are ongoing, with the deadline for any agreement now extended until November this year.“With all of this in mind, we should be duly cautious and refrain from being overly optimistic. The possibility of future tariff hikes and further supply chain risks within the already increasingly fragmented global trading arena remains very real and could well translate into a sharp deceleration in trade in 2026.”For the present, though, in terms of markets, Mainland China (62.4, up 9.5) and the ASEAN bloc (56.9, up 3.5) continue to be seen as hugely promising with regard to their Current Performance, while export performance was reported as being elevated across the EU and in Japan. There are also signs that this is likely to continue in the near term, with the Market Expectation Index showing that exporters remain optimistic as to their expansion prospects within many of their target markets, including Mainland China (60.5, up 7.9), the ASEAN bloc (60.5, up 0.6), the EU (55.0, up 4.3 points) and Japan (54.7, up 4.1 points).Overall, it is only in the case of the US that confidence continued to falter, with readings for both its current and expected performance staying firmly below 40, an indication that considerable contraction is anticipated.Rising / stable profit margins widely expectedOn the industry sector front, the Current Performance readings for Timepieces (54.9, up 2.8), Electronics (54.5, up 5.6), Clothing (51.2, up 2.3), and Jewellery (51.3, down 0.3 points) placed them all in expansionary territory. Toys (49.4, up 6.3 points) and Equipment/ Materials (45.8, down 4.6), however, remained in contractionary space.A similar message could be derived from the Expectation Index, with Electronics (56.0, up 7.6), Timepieces (53.8, up 2.3), Clothing (51.9, up 4.6) and Jewellery (51.5, up 1.5) all firmly in the expansionary zone, and only the Toys (49.4, up 5.8) and Equipment / Materials (47.3, down 3.8) sectors seen as still liable to contract.Reiterating the overall message of the most recent figures, Nicholas Fu, the HKTDC Research Senior Economist who oversaw the compilation of the Index, said: “From the 3Q25 readings, it is encouraging that the majority (64%) of survey respondents expected rising/stable profit margins despite the challenging trading environment.”To view press releases in Chinese, please visit http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tcReferences- HKTDC Research website: https://research.hktdc.com/en/- HKTDC Export Confidence Index 3Q25: Exporter optimism up as global trade tension declines [https://research.hktdc.com/en/article/MjEwMDQzNTA1Nw]Photo download: http://bit.ly/3VuV3RVHKTDC Director of Research Irina Fan (left) and HKTDC Senior Economist Nicholas Fu (right) announced the HKTDC Export Confidence Index for 2025’s third quarter at a press conference todayHKTDC Director of Research Irina FanHKTDC Senior Economist Nicholas FuMedia enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC’s Communication and Public Affairs Department:Clayton LauwTel: (852) 2584 4472Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgAgnes WatTel: (852) 2584 4554Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus.  Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

香港，2025年9月4日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 2025年以來，港股機器人概念持續升溫，板塊整體估值與交投活躍度顯著提升。資本市場的熱情背後，是行業商業化加速落地的共識。作為港股收入最高的機器人企業，極智嘉（2590.HK）中期業績不負眾望——營收、毛利及訂單均高速增長，經調整EBITDA首次轉正，邁入價值兌現新階段。中報發布後，市場反應熱烈，極智嘉股價單日漲幅超 8%，創上市新高招銀國際與德意志銀行重申「買入」評級，大摩上調目標價至 28.3 元。德意志銀行指出，公司上半年業績表現穩健；考量到下半年季節性銷售額偏高，且歷來下半年獲利能力優於上半年，預測 2025 年經調整淨利潤為 2.03 億元。招銀國際則認為，具身智能新業務將是推動獲利與估值的重要驅動力，2025 年至 2027 年的收入複合年增長率約為 34.7%。作為全球倉儲履約機器人解決方案的領軍者，極智嘉正憑藉持續兌現的業績、清晰的商業化模型，為機器人板塊注入更多確定性，成為港股To B機器人領域最具投資價值的標杆企業之一。營收利潤雙升，進入可持續的盈利週期從中期業績來看，極智嘉正實現從規模擴張向價值兌現的關鍵跨越。2025年上半年，極智嘉實現營收10.25億元，同比增長31.0%；毛利3.60億元，同比增長43.1%。盈利能力進一步改善，整體毛利率達到35.1%，同比提升了3個百分點。最受資本市場關注的是，公司經調整EBITDA 首次轉正，達到1162.1萬元，意味著其不僅僅是依靠訂單增長驅動規模提升，而是開始進入可持續的盈利週期。對比仍處於虧損階段的同行，極智嘉率先跑通盈利模型，稀缺性與投資價值凸顯。隨著規模效應的進一步釋放，公司未來在利潤端有望釋放更強的彈性。穩居全球龍頭，訂單與客戶持續突破新簽訂單方面，極智嘉再創佳績，新簽訂單 17.60 億元，同比增長30.1%，其中在雜貨零售、食品飲料行業取得重大進展，最大單筆訂單額超億元。並與全球製造業龍頭西門子、美國 3PL 巨頭Ship8、歐洲供應鏈領軍企業日郵物流、南非電商巨頭Takealot和亞太知名電商平台 YesAsia 等合作，在世界各地打造了多個創新性的標杆項目，推動全球智慧物流進程。極智嘉已連續 6 年穩居全球倉儲履約機器人解決方案市場第一，業務已覆蓋全球 40 多個國家和地區，服務超過 850 家企業客戶，並在歐美等高端市場穩居領導地位。2025 年上半年，極智嘉海外市場 AMR 收入占比進一步提升，達到 79.5%。業務拓展方面，極智嘉上半年新增超60家終端客戶，新增超過40家渠道夥伴，包括神州數碼等龍頭企業，進一步強化了其在全球市場的覆蓋力與滲透力。通過持續深化大客戶合作與方案認可，極智嘉客戶復購率超80%，展現出強勁的商業化能力和持續成長的市場韌性。極智嘉攜手上海西門子開關：超百台、六種機器人協同作業，首次實現全流程機器人作業閉環AI+機器人深度融合，具身智能開啟新增長曲線技術創新是極智嘉保持領先的核心密碼。公司已構建「AI算法+機器人技術」的全棧AI技術架構，打造了包括Hyper+核心算法平台和Robot Matrix通用技術平台在內的技術矩陣，能支持超過5,000台機器人的集群調度，為其商業化閉環提供堅實的技術支撐。基於長期技術積累，極智嘉於近期正式推出通用機械臂操作技術方案以及全球首個倉儲場景專用具身智能基座模型Geek+ Brain，其中Geek+ Brain 為極智嘉通用倉儲機器人提供「超級大腦」，而通用機械臂操作技術方新方案则首次在業內實現了全品類、全場景的高適應性自動揀貨，有效破解倉儲超大規模商品揀選難題，為倉儲智能化帶來革命性突破。憑藉從移動機器人到機械臂應用的延伸，極智嘉將技術版圖拓展至具身智能領域。隨著其技術方案從單點突破到場景通用，再到生態共建的推進，極智嘉有望成為全球倉儲具身智能生態的主導者，為業績增長開啟全新引擎。從業績層面的營收增長與盈利拐點，到全球化佈局的不斷突破，再到技術驅動下具身智能的落地，極智嘉正構建起「商業化+全球化+技術壁壘」的立體增長模式，資本市場認可度不斷提升。自上市以來，中信證券、招銀國際、國信證券、光大銀行、大摩、德銀、興業證券等多家機構發佈研報，看好極智嘉未來發展前景。隨著其AI與具身智能的落地應用逐步擴寬，極智嘉有望開啟新一輪成長週期，成為港股市場最具長期投資價值的科技企業之一。 Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

香港，2025年9月1日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 冠君產業信託（「信託」）（股份代號：2778）欣然宣布獲日本格付研究所（Japan Credit Rating Agency, JCR）及格付投資情報株式會社（Rating & Investment Information Inc., R&I）首次評為「A」發行人評級，評級展望穩定。信託同時獲得兩家日本領先信用評級機構的認可，彰顯其在資本市場的良好聲譽，鞏固投資者對其穩健及審慎財務管理的信心。冠君產業信託行政總裁侯迅女士表示：「我們非常榮幸獲得JCR及R&I授予『A』信用評級及穩定展望評級，這反映我們審慎的財務管理、穩健的資本結構，以及位處優越地段的地標物業所展現的持久價值。我們將繼續保持靈活的業務及財務策略，在瞬息萬變的市場環境中，致力為基金單位持有人及持份者創造可持續價值。」JCR表示：「本次評級充分反映信託專注於物業租賃及管理的穩定業務模式、優質的資產組合、由審慎槓桿控制下實現的穩健財務狀況，以及具備長期成功應對市場周期的管理紀錄。」R&I表示：「本次評級反映信託擁有優質資產組合，包括位於香港核心的地標性物業，極低的槓桿水平，以及近19年來長期及穩健的表現。」有關冠君產業信託(股份代號：2778)冠君產業信託擁有及投資提供租金收入的寫字樓及零售物業。信託主要投資位於優越地點的甲級商用物業。現時擁有花園道三號及朗豪坊兩幢位於香港的地標性物業，並以合資股權形式擁有位於倫敦市中心的 66 Shoe Lane，總樓面面積約300萬平方呎，讓投資者可直接投資於優質甲級寫字樓及零售物業。信託自2023年榮獲全球房地產GRESB可持續的最高五星級別。冠君產業信託管理人乃鷹君資產管理（冠君）有限公司，為鷹君集團的成員。網站: www.championreit.com關於日本格付研究所（Japan Credit Rating Agency, JCR）JCR成立於1985年，是日本領先的信用評級機構，專精於信用風險分析。JCR廣泛提供涵蓋可持續金融的準確評估，並於「解決環境與社會問題、實現可持續社會」這一全球重要議題上貢獻良多。JCR獲得歐洲證券及市場管理局（「ESMA」）及香港金融管理局認可的外部信用評估機構。關於格付投資情報株式會社（Rating & Investment Information Inc., R&I）R&I是日本債券市場市佔率最大的信用評級機構，提供信用評級、研究分析和投資資訊服務，協助投資者作出審慎決策，並促進金融市場的透明度。R&I 獲日本金融廳（FSA）及香港金融管理局的認可。 Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Sep 1, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Champion Real Estate Investment Trust (“Champion REIT” or the “Trust”)  (Stock Code: 2778) is pleased to announce that the Trust has been assigned its first “A” Issuer Rating with a stable outlook by Japan Credit Rating Agency, Ltd. (“JCR”) and Rating & Investment Information Inc. (“R&I”).The dual recognition from Japan’s two leading credit rating agencies underscores the Trust’s strong reputation in the capital markets, and reinforces investor confidence in its steady and prudent financial management.Ms Christina Hau, Chief Executive Officer of Champion REIT, said, “We are honoured to receive ‘A’ credit ratings with stable outlooks from both JCR and R&I. This recognition testifies to our prudent financial management, stable capital structure and the enduring quality of our landmark assets in prime locations. We will continue to stay agile in our business and financial strategies to deliver sustainable value to our unitholders and stakeholders in a dynamic market environment.” JCR said, “The ratings positively reflect the Trust’s stable business model focused solely on property leasing and management, high-quality portfolio, financial soundness supported by conservative leverage control, and long-term management track record of overcoming past market cycles.”R&I said, “The rating reflects the excellent portfolio comprised of trophy properties located in central Hong Kong, significantly low level of leverage and track record of long-term and solid performance for approximately 19 years.”About Champion REIT (2778)Champion Real Estate Investment Trust is a trust formed to own and invest in income-producing office and retail properties. The Trust focuses on Grade A commercial properties in prime locations. It currently offers investors direct exposure to nearly 3 million sq. ft. of prime office and retail floor area. These include two Hong Kong landmark properties, Three Garden Road and Langham Place, as well as a joint venture stake in 66 Shoe Lane in Central London. The Trust has been awarded the top five-star rating by GRESB since 2023. Champion REIT is managed by Eagle Asset Management (CP) Limited, a member of the Great Eagle Group.Website: www.championreit.comAbout Japan Credit Rating Agency Ltd. (JCR)Established in 1985, JCR is a leading credit rating agency in Japan, and an expert of credit risk analysis. JCR widely provides accurate evaluations on sustainable finance, and is an evaluation organization that contributes the most to “overcoming environmental and social issues and realizing a sustainable society”, one of the most important global issues. JCR is certified by the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), and recognized as eligible ECAI by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA).About Rating & Investment Information Inc. (R&I)R&I is Japan's leading rating agency with the largest market share in Japanese bond market. R&I provides credit ratings, research, and investment information services to support sound investment decisions and promote transparency in the financial markets. It is recognized by Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA). Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Sep 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Annual fashion extravaganza CENTRESTAGE kicked off with the spectacular Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show on 3 September. The show featured the creative collections of four Hong Kong brands: ANGUS TSUI, ARTY:ACTIVE, IP AXIS INDUSTRIAL STUDIO, and selfFab.This year celebrates the 10th anniversary of Fashion Hong Kong. To mark the milestone, the runway show adopted the theme “A Decade in Design: What is Seen? What is Felt?”, reflecting on the creative journey of Hong Kong designers. Through their unique works, the four designers have showcased personal stories, cultural heritage and design ingenuity, fusing the “seen” with the “felt” to deliver a fashion experience that resonates both visually and emotionally.The show received enthusiastic acclaim from the multitude of industry professionals, celebrities and fashion enthusiasts in attendance, including luminaries such as Grace Chan, Tony Wu, DeeGor Ho and Isabella Chan.Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, CENTRESTAGE is now in full swing, running until 6 September at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year's fashion showcase has brought together participants from 25 countries and regions and features a record-breaking number of more than 260 local and international brands. The four-day event is open to both trade professionals and the public with free admission for all. Visitors from Hong Kong, Mainland China and overseas are invited to come along and experience the excitement and vibrancy of the fashion world.CENTRESTAGE is held concurrently with the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TE, offering visitors a multifaceted fashion journey where apparel and timepieces converge, with visitors able to take part in the CENTRESTAGE x Watch & Clock Lucky Draw.Photo download: http://bit.ly/4604T36Celebrities at the Fashion Hong Kong Runway ShowGrace Chan(wearing ANGUS TSUI)Tony Wu(wearing IP AXIS INDUSTRIAL STUDIO)DeeGor Ho(wearing selfFab.)Isabella Chan(wearing selfFab.)Winnie Chan(wearing ANGUS TSUI)Marco@P1X3L(wearing IP AXIS INDUSTRIAL STUDIO)Adams Ho(wearing ARTY:ACTIVE)Manson Cheung(wearing ANGUS TSUI)Alice Hui(wearing ARTY:ACTIVE)ANGUS TSUI (Designer: Angus Tsui), 10th Anniversary EditionBrand: ANGUS TSUI; Collection: A Decade of Creating Otherworldly Universe in FashionTo celebrate the brand’s 10th anniversary, the collection titled “A Decade of Creating Otherworldly Universe in Fashion” revisits iconic designs from past seasons, reimagining them through bold new approaches. Concluding the “Xeno” narrative on future space colonisation, the collection introduces fresh creations that deliver a visual spectacle of otherworldly aesthetics.ARTY:ACTIVE (Designer: Gary Tsang), Spring/Summer 2026 CollectionBrand: ARTY:ACTIVE; Collection: Pulsy BouncyInspired by the concept of bouncing, the collection “Pulsy Bouncy” translates the essence of resilience, energy and dynamic motion into a visually striking fusion of traditional craftsmanship and technology. Influenced by streetwear, the collection merges futuristic and sporty aesthetics, evoking optimism, fluidity and bold self-expression.IP AXIS INDUSTRIAL STUDIO (Designer: Max Tsang), Chapter 06 Collection Brand: IP AXIS INDUSTRIAL STUDIO; Collection: Relics from a Near FutureInspired by Maya from the movie The Creator, the "Relics from a Near Future" collection explores the journey of a solitary figure navigating ruins and wilderness – observing, sensing, and surviving. Stonewashed and abraded textures evoke the erosion of time, while functional cuts meet the demands of movement, defining a new aesthetic for fractured future fashion.selfFab. (Designer: Menu Tsai), Spring/Summer 2026 Collection  Brand: selfFab.; Collection: Hybridized Armour: Cultural Codes ReconstructedDrawing inspiration from military tailoring, football kits and court silhouettes, the collection reinvents cultural codes into bold, oversized forms. Camouflage, jerseys and abandoned emblems are patchworked into modern armour, offering a new means of expression for a generation navigating fragmented identities.CENTRESTAGE details:Date: 3 to 6 September 2025 (Wednesday to Saturday)Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition CentreDateCENTERSTAGE opening hours3-5 Sept(Wed to Fri)10am-7pmFree admission for trade visitors (aged 18 and over) and public visitors6 Sept (Sat)10am-6pmWebsites- CENTRESTAGE: www.centrestage.com.hk- CENTRESTAGE buyer online registration: https://bit.ly/4m8mv33- Fashion Hong Kong: https://www.fashionhongkong.com/en- Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest (YDC): www.fashionally.com/enMedia enquiriesBest Crew Public Relations & MarketingDiana Tang  Tel: (852) 3594 6443  Email: diana.tang@bestcrewpr.comReni Kwok  Tel: (852) 3594 6443  Email: reni.kwok@bestcrewpr.comHKTDC Communications and Public Affairs Department:Sharon HaTel: (852) 2584 4575Email: sharon.mt.ha@hktdc.orgKaty WongTel: (852) 2584 4524Email: katy.ky.wong@hktdc.orgHKTDC Newsroom: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout Fashion Hong KongFashion Hong Kong is a series of international promotional events organised by Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) to promote Hong Kong fashion designers and labels in the global fashion arena.Since 2015, Fashion Hong Kong has actively participated in international fashion weeks and renowned events to showcase Hong Kong’s unique and diversified designers, with footprints in New York, London, Paris, Milan, Copenhagen, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Tokyo and Seoul.About the HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) established in June 2024, formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK), is a dedicated office set up by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative industries with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries. Its strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and cross-genre collaboration, promoting the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries under the industry-oriented principle, and promoting Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community to implement Hong Kong’s positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange under the National 14th Five-Year Plan. CCIDA’s website: www.ccidahk.gov.hk. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Sep 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - September 3, Galaxy Payroll Group Limited (Nasdaq: GLXG) ("Galaxy" or the "Company"), a leading global payroll provider, today announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously approved a consolidation of all issued and unissued ordinary shares at a ratio of ten (10) shares to one (1) share of the same class (the “Share Consolidation”). The Share Consolidation was approved pursuant to the British Virgin Islands Business Companies Act and the Company's amended and restated memorandum and articles of association.The Share Consolidaton will be effective at 12:01 a.m. (ET) on September 8, 2025 (the “Record Date”) and the Company’s ordinary shares will begin trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market (“Nasdaq”) on a consolidation-adjusted basis at the opening of market on September 8, 2025. The Company’s ordinary shares will continue to trade on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the trading symbol “GLXY” but will trade under the following new CUSIP number: G37692 111.The Share Consolidation will apply to both Class A and Class B ordinary shares, with the par value per share increasing from US$0.000625 to US$0.00625 following the consolidation. The Share Consolidation will reduce the number of outstanding ordinary shares of the Company from 21,615,000 to approximately 2,161,500. No fractional shares will be issued in connection with the Share Consolidation. Instead, the Company will issue one full post-Share Consolidation ordinary share to any shareholder at a participant level who would have been entitled to receive a fractional share as a result of the process. The Company's memorandum and articles of association will be amended to reflect these changes."The share consolidation represents an important step in optimizing our capital structure as we position the Company for future growth opportunities," said Mr. Wai Hong Lao, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Galaxy Payroll Group. "This action will streamline our share structure while maintaining the proportional rights and economic interests of all shareholders."About Galaxy Payroll Group Limited Galaxy Payroll Group Limited is a leading payroll outsourcing service provider based in Hong Kong. The company specializes in delivering HR and payroll solutions to multinational companies across various industries. With a focus on innovation and client satisfaction, GLXG operates in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Macau, and the PRC, offering payroll outsourcing, employment services, and consultancy to businesses of all sizes.For more information, please visit Galaxy Payroll Group's website: www.galaxyapac.com. Forward-Looking Statements Matters discussed in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements, which are other than statements of historical facts. The words "believe," "anticipate," "intends," "estimate," "potential," "may," "should," "expect" "pending" and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements in this press release are based upon various assumptions. Although we believe that these assumptions were reasonable when made, because these assumptions are inherently subject to significant uncertainties and contingencies which are difficult or impossible to predict and are beyond our control, we cannot assure you that we will achieve or accomplish these expectations.For enquiry, please contact Intelligent Joy Limited:Karen DengPhone: (852) 3594 6407Email: pr-team@intelligentjoy.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Sept 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Asia Unicorn Forum (AUF), a future-shaping organisation dedicated to advancing technological innovation and sustainable growth among Asia’s unicorn companies, had published its 2024 Asia Unicorn Development Report in May 2025.The report identifies China, India, and Israel as Asia’s top three nations by unicorn count, with China holding a commanding lead.“While unicorns have long been a focus in investment circles, we now recognise them as a distinct economic phenomenon," said Mr Liu Yanlong (刘彦龙), Executive Chairman of AUF, emphasising the report’s groundbreaking approach and methodology."For the first time, we define unicorns as part of a standalone unicorn economy. Unlike other reports, we analysed 59 metrics across six categories—entrepreneurship, business model innovation, technological edge, capital strength, and more—to uncover the unique drivers of Asian unicorns."We’ve identified a replicable strategic pattern: the Creating Neo-Market Strategy (CNM). Unicorns aren’t just great companies; they pioneer entirely new market categories and become transformative forces."Key Findings1. Landscape for Unicorns- Asia is home to 646 unicorns (startups valued at more than US$1.0 billion) with a combined valuation of US$2.4 trillion (average US$37.0 billion per company), spanning 16 countries and 11 industries.- China dominates with 454 unicorns (70% of Asia’s total), followed by India (12%) and Israel. Only five countries — China, India, Israel, Singapore, and South Korea — have over 10 unicorns each (see Chart 1).2. 2024 Asia Top 100 Unicorns- China claims 75 spots, India 11, and Israel 6, collectively representing 92% of the list.3. Valuation Insights- Total Valuation: China’s unicorns account for US$1.74 trillion (73% of Asia’s total), while India’s total is US$281.8 billion (12%).- Average Valuation: China, Singapore, the UAE, and Vietnam exceed Asia’s average of US$37 billion (see Chart 2).4. Industry Breakdown:- China’s unicorns lead in software, transportation, key and core technology, consumer, fintech, and media/entertainment, each surpassing US$100 billion in total valuation. India’s software sector is its sole industry crossing this threshold.- Israel (software) and Singapore (consumer) show notable valuations (see Chart 3).5. Emerging Unicorns:- 73 new unicorns emerged in 2024, including 10 companies that achieved unicorn status within one year—far outpacing the traditional 10-year trajectory. Eight of these are Chinese companies.6. Business Models:- Platform-based (43%) and technology-driven (42%) models dominate Asia’s unicorn ecosystem.Future Trends - Tech Convergence: IT and biotech will increasingly merge, with growth extending into new energy and advanced materials.- Regionalisation: Amid global fragmentation, Asian unicorns will face intensified regional competition and collaboration.- AI & Energy: Unicorns in these sectors are poised to surge, reshaping Asia’s energy landscape.Report AvailabilityThe 300-page 2024 Asia Unicorn Development Report offers in-depth analysis of success patterns and regional drivers. For details, visit AUF’s official WeChat channel (Asia Unicorn AUF) or email auf@auforum.org.Charts Referenced1. Chart 1: Geographic Distribution of Unicorns in Asia (by Country Count)2. Chart 2: Total and Average Valuation of Asian Unicorns by Country3. Chart 3: Bubble Chart of Total Valuation Distribution by Country and IndustryFor media and any queries, please contact:AUF SecretariatEmail: auf@auforum.org Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com