• WLS Holdings published its annual report for the year ended April 30, 2026, marking a return to profitability on stronger revenue.
• Construction services remained the largest segment, supported by completion of contracts and a higher number of new project awards.
• Money lending revenue rose as underwriting tightened, shifting toward lower-risk lending; credit impairment charges increased on repayment stress.
• Securities investment swung to a much stronger gain, driven by Hong Kong equity market volatility and a larger trading portfolio.
• No final dividend was recommended; the group guided for cautious expansion in metal scaffolding amid labor shortages.

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