Strong Financial Performance in 2024
Group's operating earnings before fair value movements increased by 8% year-on-year to nearly HKD11 billion. Total earnings rose significantly by 76% to HKD11.7 billion.
Increased Dividend
The Board recommended a fourth interim dividend of HKD1.26 per share, making the 2024 total dividend HKD3.15 per share, an increase of 1.6% from the prior year, providing a yield of 4.8%.
Expansion in Renewable Energy Projects
Construction of CLP China's largest wind and solar projects (300 MW each), the largest solar project in India (300 MW), and EnergyAustralia's largest battery (350 MW) were highlighted as significant achievements.
Operational Excellence
Hong Kong maintained network reliability at 99.999%, and Jhajjar thermal plant in India achieved record-level efficiency.
Strategic Review and Growth Momentum
Completed major gas infrastructure in Hong Kong, paving the way for coal phase-down; strategic review completed with a focus on delivering cleaner, more reliable energy and stable earnings.