TIAN An China Investments saw net profit last year rise 535.8 per cent to $131.19 million, in line with market expectations.
The mainland property developer, led by executive chairman Tony Fung Wing-cheung, experienced the most significant growth in profit from its share of associated company profits. They made up 74.83 per cent of the $139.77 million pre-tax profit.
Earnings per share rose 491.15 per cent to 17.38 cents, below market expectations of a 500 per cent rise to 18 cents.
Mr Fung, who is chairman and managing director of Sun Hung Kai and Co, said he was optimistic about the group's prospects.
The dividend per share declared was four cents, double market expectations.
Tian An shares closed at $3, down five cents, placing them on a historic price-earnings multiple of 17.25 times. That represents a 30 per cent premium on the market rating.