AMTD IDEA's Total Assets Exceeded US$2.6 Billion as of 2026 Half Year and Sets Forth Clear Growth Path in Global Hospitality

AMTD IDEA Group (AMTD) reported lower first-half 2026 revenue and profit as investment valuation gains fell despite growth in hospitality.

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AMTD IDEA Group (AMTD) reported lower first-half 2026 revenue and profit as investment valuation gains fell despite growth in hospitality.

Revenue fell to US$67.1 million from US$89.0 million a year earlier, and profit declined to US$40.3 million from US$68.8 million. Revenue from customer contracts grew 32.1% to US$32.0 million. Hospitality revenue rose 59.8% to US$20.2 million following hotel acquisitions in New York, Perth, London and Kuala Lumpur. Investment valuation gains declined to US$25.0 million from US$56.2 million.

At June 30, total assets were US$2,550.966 million, versus US$2,300.314 million at year-end 2025. Bank borrowings increased to US$342.9 million from US$292.1 million. Basic and diluted earnings per ordinary share fell to 4.31 US cents from 10.22 US cents. The unaudited results include provisional acquisition accounting for the Kuala Lumpur, Perth and London hotels.

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• Moderate pointHospitality revenue increased 59.8% to US$20.2 million in first-half 2026 versus first-half 2025.
• Moderate pointTotal assets increased to US$2,550.966 million at June 30, 2026, from US$2,300.314 million at year-end 2025.
• Moderate pointTotal equity increased to US$1,855.1 million at June 30, 2026, from US$1,764.8 million at year-end 2025.
• Minor pointHotel acquisitions in New York, Perth, London and Kuala Lumpur expanded the hospitality portfolio.
• Minor pointMedia advertising and marketing revenue rose to US$10.5 million from US$10.0 million in first-half 2025.

4 minor points

• Minor pointDividends and gains from disposed financial assets rose to US$10.1 million from US$8.6 million year over year.
• Minor pointOther income and gains increased to US$16.3 million from US$15.7 million in first-half 2025.
• Minor pointFinance costs declined to US$4.4 million from US$7.1 million in first-half 2025.
• Minor pointStaff costs decreased to US$6.5 million from US$6.6 million in first-half 2025.

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• Major pointBank borrowings increased to US$342.9 million at June 30, 2026, from US$292.1 million at year-end 2025.
• Moderate pointFirst-half 2026 revenue declined to US$67.1 million from US$89.0 million a year earlier.
• Moderate pointFirst-half 2026 profit fell to US$40.3 million from US$68.8 million a year earlier.
• Moderate pointDeferred tax liabilities increased to US$52.6 million at June 30, 2026, from US$5.6 million at year-end 2025.
• Moderate pointOther payables and accruals increased to US$52.278 million at June 30, 2026, from US$10.144 million at year-end 2025.

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• Minor pointBasic and diluted ordinary-share earnings declined to 4.31 US cents from 10.22 US cents year over year.
• Minor pointInvestment valuation gains fell to US$25.0 million from US$56.2 million in first-half 2025.
• Minor pointDigital solutions and other services revenue declined to US$1.3 million from US$1.6 million year over year.
• Minor pointOther operating expenses increased 30.7% to US$27.0 million in first-half 2026 versus first-half 2025.
• Minor pointIncome tax expense increased to US$5.1 million from US$1.5 million in first-half 2025.
• Minor pointCash and bank balances fell to US$42.533 million at June 30, 2026, from US$51.074 million at year-end 2025.
• Minor pointAmounts owed to a non-controlling shareholder rose to US$76.422 million from US$64.081 million at year-end 2025.
• Minor pointKuala Lumpur, Perth and London acquisition accounting remains provisional, with reported acquisition amounts subject to revision.

News Explained

AMTD IDEA says it announced an ADS-to-Class A ordinary-share ratio change on October 6, 2026 and completed it on October 19, 2026, so the action is now complete rather than pending.

Key Figures

Revenue from contracts with customers: US$32.0 million, +32.1% Total revenue: US$67.1 million vs. US$89.0 million Hospitality segment revenue: US$20.2 million, +59.8% +3 more

Revenue from contracts with customers

US$32.0 million, +32.1%

First half of 2026

Total revenue

US$67.1 million vs. US$89.0 million

Six months ended June 30, 2026 vs. 2025

Hospitality segment revenue

US$20.2 million, +59.8%

Six months ended June 30, 2026; prior-year comparable was US$12.7 million

Net fair value changes on financial assets at FVTPL

US$25.0 million vs. US$56.2 million

Six months ended June 30, 2026 vs. 2025

Profit for the period

US$40.3 million vs. US$68.8 million

Six months ended June 30, 2026 vs. 2025

Total assets

US$2.6 billion vs. US$2.3 billion

As of June 30, 2026 vs. December 31, 2025

Historical Context

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   Hotel expansion

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   Reported six hotel properties totaling 919 rooms across five cities, establishing a prior hospitality footprint.

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Key Terms

fair value through profit or loss, purchase price allocation, non-controlling interests, american depositary shares

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fair value through profit or loss financial

"Net fair value changes on financial assets at FVTPL was US$25.0 million"

An accounting classification for certain financial assets where their current market price is used to update value on the books, and any increase or decrease is recorded immediately in the company’s profit & loss statement. Like checking the daily score of an investment and noting the gain or loss right away, this approach makes reported earnings reflect market swings more quickly, which can increase short-term volatility in reported profits and help investors see real-time value changes.

purchase price allocation financial

"upon the finalization of the purchase price allocation during the measurement period"

Purchase price allocation is the accounting process that breaks down the total amount paid for an acquired business into specific pieces—like tangible assets, identifiable intangible assets (brands, patents, customer lists) and goodwill—based on their estimated fair values. Investors care because this breakdown affects future earnings, tax costs and reported asset values: higher allocations to amortizable intangibles or goodwill can change profit volatility, depreciation and potential impairment charges, similar to splitting a restaurant bill to see what you actually bought versus what you paid extra for goodwill.

non-controlling interests financial

"an increase in non-controlling interests"

An ownership stake in a subsidiary held by outside shareholders rather than the parent company, representing the portion of that subsidiary’s assets and profits the parent does not control. For investors, it shows what part of consolidated earnings and equity belongs to others — like a roommate who owns part of a house — which affects how much value and profit per share are truly attributable to the parent company’s shareholders.

american depositary shares financial

"change in the ratio of its American Depositary Shares (ADSs)"

American depositary shares (ADSs) are a way for investors in the United States to buy shares of foreign companies without dealing with international markets directly. They represent ownership in a foreign company's stock and are traded on U.S. stock exchanges, making it easier for American investors to buy, sell, and own parts of companies from around the world.

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• Revenue from contracts with customers grew by 32.1% to US$32.0 million
  
  
• Hospitality arm's revenue surged by 59.8%
  
  
• Total Assets amounted to US$2.6 billion (US$4.5/share)
  
  
• Net Assets amounted to US$1.9 billion (US$3.3/share)

PARIS and NEW YORK and SINGAPORE, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AMTD IDEA Group ("AMTD IDEA" or "the Company", NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB), a NYSE and SGX-ST dual listed company and also a listed holding platform for (i) digital solutions, (ii) media, entertainment and cultural connectors, and (iii) global premium assets, hospitality and VIP services today announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2026.

Highlights of Half Year Financial Results

• During the first half of 2026, the Company significantly scaled its global hospitality footprint through the successful acquisition and integration of premier hotel properties located in key international markets: New York, Perth, London and Kuala Lumpur. Driven by these strategic acquisitions and strong operational execution, revenue from our hotel operations, hospitality, and VIP services segment surged by 59.8% to US$20.2 million compared to the same period last year.
  
  
• Building upon the successful launch and rapid popularity of our inaugural L'Officiel Coffee in Omotesando, Japan, the Company continued the strategic rollout of its IP extended businesses by opening our second L'Officiel Coffee and Bar in Macao SAR in September 2026. This new venue further leverages AMTD L'Officiel's intellectual properties, offering our signature specialty coffees and beautifully crafted sweets - including L'Officiel magazine cakes and seasonal fruit taste mousse cakes - while expanding our vibrant social and cultural footprint into a key Asian entertainment and tourism hub.

Statement from Senior Management:

Mr. Xavier Zee, CFO of the Company, "I am pleased to report that the Group has further enriched its hospitality portfolio following acquisitions of hotels in 4 international cities, namely New York, Perth, London and Kuala Lumpur.  We continuously see strong momentum in this strategic sector and are heartened for the solid hospitality results after the acquisitions.  We also see that there are many collaboration opportunities and synergies between our IP related business and this hospitality arm, which will bring in more revenue streams for the Group".

Financial Results for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2026

Revenue

Our revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2026, amounted to US$67.1 million, a change from US$89.0 million recorded for the comparable period in 2025.

Segment Revenue

• Hotel operations, hospitality and VIP services income increased from US$12.7 million in the comparable period in 2025 to US$20.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, representing a 59.8% growth. This increase was primarily driven by the expansion of our asset portfolio, including the newly acquired hotels.
  
  
• Fashion, arts and luxury media advertising and marketing services income increased to US$10.5 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to US$10.0 million in the comparable period in 2025.
  
  
• Digital solutions and other services income was US$1.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to US$1.6 million for the comparable period in 2025.
  
  
• Dividend income and gains from disposed financial assets at FVTPL was US$10.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to US$8.6 million for the comparable period in 2025.
  
  
• Net fair value changes on financial assets at FVTPL was US$25.0 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to US$56.2 million for the comparable period in 2025. The decrease was mainly attributable to lower unrealized gains on our investment portfolio compared to 2025. 

Other Income And Gains

Other income and gains increased from US$15.7 million for the comparable period in 2025 to US$16.3 million for the current period.

Other Operating Expenses

Other operating expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2026, increased by 30.7% as compared to the comparable period in 2025 to US$27.0 million. This was primarily attributable to an increase in our hotels' depreciation charges and additional operating costs recognized from our hotels in line with the expansion of our hotel operations.

Staff Costs

Staff costs for the six months ended June 30, 2026, decreased slightly to US$6.5 million, compared to US$6.6 million for the comparable period in 2025.

Finance Costs

Finance costs for the six months ended June 30, 2026, decreased to US$4.4 million compared to US$7.1 million for the comparable period in 2025. We remain committed to continuous efforts in asset liability management in order to manage our overall funding costs.

Income Tax Expense

Income tax expense for the six months ended June 30, 2026, increased to US$5.1 million compared to US$1.5 million for the comparable period in 2025.

Profit For The Period

The Company recorded a profit of US$40.3 million in the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to a profit of US$68.8 million for the comparable period in 2025, which is mainly due to the lower unrealized gains on our investment portfolio in 2026.

Financial Position and Balance Sheet Analysis

The Group's financial position expanded significantly during the six months ended June 30, 2026, reflecting the successful execution of our strategic acquisitions in the hospitality sector. Total assets increased to US$2.6 billion as of June 30, 2026, compared to US$2.3 billion as of December 31, 2025. Total liabilities increased to US$543.3 million from US$385.4 million, while total equity strengthened to US$1.9 billion from US$1.8 billion.

Key fluctuations in our balance sheet items include:

• Property, Plant and Equipment: Property, plant and equipment surged by US$380.3 million, from US$314.1 million as of December 31, 2025, to US$694.3 million as of June 30, 2026. This increase was the primary driver of our asset growth and is directly attributable to the acquisitions of the premier hotel properties. 
   
• Bank Borrowings: Total bank borrowings (current and non-current) increased to US$342.9 million as of June 30, 2026, from US$292.1 million as of December 31, 2025. This increase reflects the strategic utilization of debt facilities to support the acquisition of our new hotel properties. 
   
• Deferred Tax Liabilities: Deferred tax liabilities increased to US$52.6 million as of June 30, 2026, compared to US$5.6 million at the end of 2025. This increase is primarily attributable to the provisional fair value adjustments and purchase price allocations related to the newly acquired hotel operations. 
   
• Total Equity and Non-Controlling Interests: Total equity grew from US$1,764.8 million to US$1,855.1 million. This was driven by the net profit generated during the period and an increase in non-controlling interests (from US$177.1 million to US$260.0 million), which relate to the acquisitions of the hotels which are non-wholly owned by the Group.

Key Basis of Preparation

The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. In accordance with the relevant accounting standards for business combinations (ASC 805 under US GAAP), the initial accounting for the recent acquisitions of the hotel operations in Kuala Lumpur, Perth, and London is incomplete as of the end of the reporting period. Consequently, these acquisitions have been accounted for using provisional amounts.

The reported figures—including the fair value of identifiable assets acquired, liabilities assumed, and any resulting goodwill—are subject to change upon the finalization of the purchase price allocation during the measurement period (which will not exceed one year from the respective acquisition dates). Adjustments to these provisional amounts will be recognized retrospectively to reflect new information obtained about facts and circumstances that existed as of the acquisition date.

Subsequent Event

On October 6, 2026, the Company announced a change in the ratio of its American Depositary Shares (ADSs) to its Class A ordinary shares. Further details regarding the ADS ratio change were furnished to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Form 6-K. The change in ADS ratio is completed on October 19, 2026.

About AMTD IDEA Group

AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) represents a diversified institution and digital solutions group connecting companies and investors with global markets. Its comprehensive one-stop business services plus digital solutions platform addresses different clients' diverse and inter-connected business needs and digital requirements across all phases of their life cycles. AMTD IDEA Group is uniquely positioned as an active super connector between clients, business partners, investee companies, and investors, connecting the East and the West. For more information, please visit www.amtdinc.com or follow us on X (formerly known as "Twitter") at @AMTDGroup.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains statements that may constitute "forward-looking" statements pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "aims," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "likely to," and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the beliefs, plans, and expectations of AMTD IDEA Group are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the filings of AMTD IDEA Group with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and AMTD IDEA Group does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

 

AMTD IDEA GROUP UNAUDITED INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF PROFIT OR LOSS FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2025 AND 2026
		Six months ended June 30,
		2025				2026
		US$'000				US$'000
		(unaudited)				(unaudited)
REVENUE
Digital solutions and other services income			1,607				1,277
Fashion, arts and luxury media advertising and marketing services income			9,976				10,513
Hotel operations, hospitality and VIP services income.			12,668				20,245
Dividends and gains from disposed financial assets at fair value through profit or loss			8,612				10,116
Net fair value changes on financial assets at fair value through profit or loss (except     derivative financial assets and gains from disposed financial assets at fair value     through profit or loss)			56,176				24,990
			89,039				67,141
Other income and gains			15,664				16,254
Other operating expenses			(20,641)				(26,984)
Staff costs			(6,640)				(6,500)
Finance costs			(7,054)				(4,446)
PROFIT BEFORE TAX			70,368				45,465
Income tax expense			(1,544)				(5,126)
PROFIT FOR THE PERIOD			68,824				40,339
Attributable to:
Owners of the company
Ordinary shareholders			43,206				24,550
Holders of perpetual securities			2,157				265
Non-controlling interests			23,461				15,524
			68,824				40,339
EARNINGS PER SHARE ATTRIBUTABLE TO ORDINARY EQUITY     HOLDERS OF THE COMPANY
Class A ordinary shares:
Basic (US cents per share)			10.22				4.31
Diluted (US cents per share)			10.22				4.31
Class B ordinary shares:
Basic (US cents per share)			10.22				4.31
Diluted (US cents per share)			10.22				4.31

 

 

AMTD IDEA GROUP UNAUDITED INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT DECEMBER 31, 2025, AND JUNE 30, 2026
		December 31, 2025				June 30, 2026
		US$'000				US$'000
		(audited)				(unaudited)
ASSETS
Current assets
Accounts receivable			7,113				7,400
Prepayments, deposits and other receivables			21,437				38,708
Due from immediate holding company			1,346,526				1,248,573
Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss			8,327				26,246
Cash and bank balances			51,074				42,533
Total current assets			1,434,477				1,363,460
Non-current assets
Property, plant and equipment			314,069				694,321
Intangible assets			119,099				118,191
Deposits			82,609				-
Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss			350,060				374,994
Total non-current assets			865,837				1,187,506
Total assets			2,300,314				2,550,966
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Current liabilities
Accounts payable			1,532				3,396
Bank borrowings			50,232				34,961
Other payables and accruals			10,144				52,278
Due to a non-controlling shareholder			64,081				76,422
Tax payable			3,426				5,283
Total current liabilities			129,415				172,340
Non-current liabilities
Bank borrowings			241,910				307,965
Deferred tax liabilities			5,645				52,566
Deferred underwriting commissions			6,000				6,000
Provisions			2,407				4,422
Total non-current liabilities			255,962				370,953
Total liabilities			385,377				543,293

 

 

AMTD IDEA GROUP UNAUDITED INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION (CONTINUED) AS AT DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND JUNE 30, 2026
		December 31, 2025				June 30, 2026
		US$'000				US$'000
		(audited)				(unaudited)
Commitments and Contingencies
Redeemable shares issued by TGE Value Creative Solutions Corp ("TGE SPAC")			150,110				152,545
Equity
Share capital			64				64
Treasury shares			(734,658)				(734,658)
Reserves			2,109,994				2,117,443
Total equity attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company			1,375,400				1,382,849
Non-controlling interests			177,104				259,956
Perpetual securities			206,559				206,559
Warrants			5,764				5,764
Total equity			1,764,827				1,855,128
Total liabilities, redeemable shares issued by TGE SPAC and equity			2,300,314				2,550,966

 

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What were AMTD IDEA's first-half 2026 revenue and profit?

AMTD IDEA reported US$67.1 million in revenue and US$40.3 million in profit for the six months ended June 30, 2026. Revenue was US$89.0 million and profit was US$68.8 million in the comparable 2025 period.

How much did AMTD IDEA's hospitality revenue grow in first-half 2026?

Hotel operations, hospitality and VIP services revenue increased 59.8% to US$20.2 million, from US$12.7 million in first-half 2025. The company attributed the increase primarily to portfolio expansion, including newly acquired hotels.

When will AMTD IDEA finalize accounting for its hotel acquisitions?

The acquisition-accounting measurement period will not exceed one year from the respective acquisition dates. Accounting for the Kuala Lumpur, Perth and London hotels was incomplete at June 30, 2026. Changes to provisional amounts will be recognized retrospectively when they reflect new information about circumstances existing at acquisition.

When did AMTD IDEA complete its ADS ratio change?

AMTD IDEA completed the change in its American Depositary Share, or ADS, ratio on October 19, 2026. The change was announced on October 6, 2026, and further details were furnished to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Form 6-K.