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Corgi International Ltd. (Nasdaq:CRGI) Announces Second Quarter Results; Progress Made in Cost Cutting and Corporate Restructuring.


HONG KONG Hong Kong (hŏng kŏng), Mandarin Xianggang, special administrative region of China, formerly a British crown colony (2005 est. pop. 6,899,000), land area 422 sq mi (1,092 sq km), adjacent to Guangdong prov.  -- Corgi corgi: see Cardigan Welsh corgi; Pembroke Welsh corgi.  International Limited (NASDAQ NASDAQ
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:CRGI CRGI Capital Research Global Investors ) today announced results of operations for the second quarter of fiscal year 2006, ended September September: see month.  30, 2005. Revenues from continuing operations continuing operations

Parts of a business that are expected to be maintained as an ongoing segment of an overall business operation. Income and losses from continuing operations are reported separately if any segments have been discontinued during the
 for the quarter were $10.2 million, compared to $11.5 million for the same quarter in the previous year. Gross profit for the second quarter was $4.0 million versus $5.2 million in the same quarter in the previous year. Net loss from continuing operations for the quarter ended September 30, 2005 was $0.7 million, or $0.07 loss per share, compared to a net loss of $1.1 million, or $0.11 loss per share, in the same quarter of the previous year. Net income from discontinued operations Discontinued operations

Divisions of a business that have been sold or written off and that no longer are maintained by the business.
 was $296,000 or $0.03 per share for the quarter ended September 30, 2005, compared to net income of $34,000 for the quarter ended September 30, 2004.

For the six months ended September 30, 2005, revenue was $20.7 million compared to $20.6 million for the six months ended September 30, 2004. Gross profit was $7.7 million for the six months versus $8.8 million in the previous year. Net loss for the six months from continuing operations was $2.2 million or $0.23 loss per share versus $2.9 million or $0.31 loss per share in the previous year. Net income from discontinued operations was $111,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2005 or $0.02 per share versus a $5,000 loss for the six months ended September 30, 2004.

George George, river, c.345 mi (560 km) long, rising in a lake on the Quebec-Labrador boundary, E Canada. It flows N through Indian Lake (125 sq mi/324 sq km) to Ungava Bay (an arm of Hudson Strait).  Volanakis, the company's CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. , commented on the results, "We are pleased that our cost cutting efforts are starting to show results. SG&A expenses have decreased $1.3 million compared to last year, all of which was realized in the second quarter."

During the first-half of FY2006, Corgi has experienced a decrease in gross margin due to price increases effected by suppliers of collectible collectible

An asset of limited supply that is sought for a variety of reasons including, it is hoped, an increase in value. Stamps, antiques, coins, and works of art are among the many things usually classified as collectibles.
 products that the company has as not yet been able to pass through to customers. "We see this as a temporary situation," said Volanakis, "with gradually grad·u·al  
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Advancing or progressing by regular or continuous degrees: gradual erosion; a gradual slope.

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1.
 increasing margins and sales for the balance of the year through implementation of price increases and sales of higher margin 50th anniversary collectible products."

For the six months ended September 2005, Corgi spent $4.0 million in cash including $1.1 million for fixed asset (tooling) purchases and $0.8 million for the repayment Repayment

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 of bank debt. As part of its cost containment cost containment,
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 and working capital improvement efforts, the company reduced inventories by $0.7 million during the six-month period.

In the quarter ended September 30, 2005, several new licensing agreements were announced. On October October: see month.  19, 2005, the company reported that it had signed a license agreement to produce exclusive die-cast Adj. 1. die-cast - formed by forcing molten metal into a die; "a die-cast seal"
formed - having or given a form or shape
 replicas featuring Wallace Wal·lace , Alfred Russel 1823-1913.

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 & Gromit, the legendary British clay characters and stars of the new film, "The Curse Curse
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king of the dwarfs; his malediction spurs many events in the
 of the Were-Rabbit." The three-year deal covers distribution of collectibles for the franchise in the U.S., UK and Ireland Ireland, Irish Eire (âr`ə) [to it are related the poetic Erin and perhaps the Latin Hibernia], island, 32,598 sq mi (84,429 sq km), second largest of the British Isles. . "Being associated with a high-profile movie and a franchise that has a large and growing brand following is an exciting opportunity for the company," noted Volanakis.

On September 26, 2005, the company announced it had acquired a license from Marvel Entertainment Marvel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: MVL) is an American entertainment company.

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Several management changes were recently announced. On September 27, 2005, the company appointed ap·point  
tr.v. ap·point·ed, ap·point·ing, ap·points
1. To select or designate to fill an office or a position: appointed her the chief operating officer of the company.

2.
 George Volanakis CEO. Mr. Volanakis was formerly the President and CEO of Zindart's Corgi division, and prior to that had held senior positions at various international toy companies for over 35 years.

On October 27, 2005, the company announced that Chris CHRIS Chemical Hazards Response Information System (US DoD)
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 was named General Manager, Far East Operations and Sourcing, a newly-created position. Volanakis commented, "We expect that Chris will be making significant efficiency improvements to our manufacturing operation. This will benefit existing customers and contribute to generating new business as well."

On October 26, 2005, the company announced it had changed its corporate name from Zindart Limited (NASDAQ:ZNDT) to Corgi International Limited (NASDAQ: CRGI) reflecting the company's focus on further strengthening its franchise for die-cast collectible products and children's toy lines toy line
n. Chiefly Southern U.S.
The line used in a game of marbles.
. The company's symbol on NASDAQ has changed to CRGI. In announcing the name change, Volanakis said, "Corgi is one of the oldest and most renowned brands in the collectibles market, with collectors
See also:

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This is a list of noted collectors.
  • Lasse Åberg (Mickey Mouse items)
  • Karen Carpenter (Mickey Mouse items)
  • Roddy McDowall (movies)
  • Kim Jong-il (movies)
  • Jay Leno (classic cars)
  • Imelda Marcos (shoes)
 and fans worldwide. Our name change leverages that franchise by giving us a visible platform on which to create broader awareness of our brand and make it clearer to collectors and investors what our core businesses and growth areas are."

About Corgi International

Corgi International, based in Hong Kong, sells die-cast collectible products under its own brand. In the U.S. the branded company is known as Corgi USA. Corgi also produces high quality die-cast and plastic products for multi-national companies that market collectible or gift items worldwide. The company has a high volume manufacturing operation in China and sales offices worldwide.

Retailers and consumers interested in more information can call 1-800-800-CORGI, or visit the company's website at: http://www.corgi-international.com.

Certain statements in this release are forward-looking for·ward-look·ing
adj.
Concerned with or making provision for the future: forward-looking educators; a forward-looking corporate plan.

Adj. 1.
. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. Such risks and uncertainties include, in addition to those discussed above and without limitation, changes in market demand for Corgi International products, changes in economic conditions, dependence on certain customers and other risks described in the company's annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2005. The company undertakes no obligation to revise these forward-looking statements forward-looking statement

A projected financial statement based on management expectations. A forward-looking statement involves risks with regard to the accuracy of assumptions underlying the projections.
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Tables to follow







             CORGI INTERNATIONAL LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES
                 Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
                            (In thousands)

                                       (Unaudited)         (Unaudited)
                                          As of     As of    As of
                                        September   March   September
                                            30,       31,      30,
                                           2005      2005     2004

               ASSETS
Current assets:
 Cash and cash equivalents            $     2,981 $ 7,012 $    10,988
 Available-for-sale investments                 6      25          19
 Trade accounts receivable, net             6,479   6,579      17,745
 Other
  assets                                   10,924  10,666      21,038
 Assets of discontinued operations         29,632  29,243          --
                                       ----------- ------- -----------
          Total current assets             50,022  53,525      49,790
Property, plant, and equipment, net         6,885   7,933      21,736
Other long term assets                      1,860   1,874       2,789
Goodwill                                   35,312  35,312      35,726
                                       ----------- ------- -----------
          Total assets                $    94,079 $98,644 $   110,041
                                       =========== ======= ===========
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
 Short-term debt and current
  installments of long-term debt      $     3,031 $ 3,876 $    13,567
 Trade accounts payable                     4,099   4,450      14,547
 Other current liabilities                  3,584   3,264      11,909
 Liabilities of discontinued
  operations                               23,862  23,073          --
                                       ----------- ------- -----------
          Total current liabilities        34,576  34,663      40,023
Long-term liabilities                          --     235       1,212
                                       ----------- ------- -----------
          Total liabilities                34,576  34,898      41,235
                                       ----------- ------- -----------
Minority interests                             99     693       1,783
                                       ----------- ------- -----------
Stockholders' equity:
 Common stock                                 625     623         620
 Additional paid-in capital                40,280  40,229      39,952
 Retained earnings                         17,524  19,590      24,735
 Accumulated other comprehensive
  income                                      975   2,611       1,716
                                       ----------- ------- -----------
          Total stockholders' equity       59,404  63,053      67,023
                                       ----------- ------- -----------
          Total liabilities and
           stockholders' equity       $    94,079 $98,644 $   110,041
                                       =========== ======= ===========
CORGI INTERNATIONAL LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES
           Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
                  (In thousands, except share data)

                                                 Three months ended
                                                    September 30,
                                               (Unaudited) (Unaudited)
                                                     2005        2004
                                               ----------- -----------

Net sales                                     $    10,219 $    11,460
Cost of goods sold                                 (6,220)     (6,218)
                                               ----------- -----------
             Gross profit                           3,999       5,242
Selling, general, and administrative expenses      (4,932)     (6,319)
                                               ----------- -----------
             Operating loss                          (933)     (1,077)
Other income (expense):
 Interest income                                       25          30
 Interest expense                                    (154)       (151)
 Other income                                         112           9
                                               ----------- -----------
             Loss before income taxes and
              minority interests                     (950)     (1,189)
Income tax benefit                                    238         106
                                               ----------- -----------
             Loss from continuing operations         (712)     (1,083)
Income from discontinued operations                   296          34
                                               ----------- -----------
             Net loss                                (416)     (1,049)
                                               =========== ===========
Loss per common share:
 Basic:
  Loss from continuing operations             $     (0.07)$     (0.11)
  Income from discontinued operations                0.03          --
                                               ----------- -----------
             Net loss                         $     (0.04)$     (0.11)
                                               =========== ===========
 Diluted:
  Loss from continuing operations             $     (0.07)$     (0.11)
  Income from discontinued operations                0.03          --
                                               ----------- -----------
             Net loss                         $     (0.04)$     (0.11)
                                               =========== ===========
Weighted average number of common shares
 outstanding:
 Basic                                          9,651,073   9,512,784
                                               =========== ===========
 Diluted                                        9,651,073   9,512,784
                                               =========== ===========
CORGI INTERNATIONAL LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES
           Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
                  (In thousands, except share data)

                                                  Six months ended
                                                    September 30,
                                               (Unaudited) (Unaudited)
                                                     2005        2004
                                               ----------- -----------

Net sales                                     $    20,652 $    20,633
Cost of goods sold                                (12,924)    (11,863)
                                               ----------- -----------
           Gross profit                             7,728       8,770
Selling, general, and administrative expenses     (10,732)    (12,055)
                                               ----------- -----------
           Operating loss                          (3,004)     (3,285)
Other income (expense):
 Interest income                                       55          43
 Interest expense                                    (347)       (342)
 Other income                                         712         147
                                               ----------- -----------
           Loss before income taxes and
              minority interests                   (2,584)     (3,437)
Income tax benefit                                    407         500
                                               ----------- -----------
           Loss from continuing operations         (2,177)     (2,937)
Income (loss) from discontinued operations            111          (5)
Gain on disposal of discontinued operations            --         984
                                               ----------- -----------
           Net loss                                (2,066)     (1,958)
                                               =========== ===========
Loss per common share:
 Basic:
   Loss from continuing operations            $     (0.23)$     (0.31)
   Income from discontinued operations               0.02        0.10
                                               ----------- -----------
           Net loss                           $     (0.21)$     (0.21)
                                               =========== ===========
 Diluted:
   Loss from continuing operations            $     (0.23)$     (0.31)
   Income from discontinued operations               0.02        0.10
                                               ----------- -----------
           Net loss                           $     (0.21)$     (0.21)
                                               =========== ===========
Weighted average number of common shares
 outstanding:
 Basic                                          9,644,047   9,358,133
                                               =========== ===========
 Diluted                                        9,644,047   9,358,133
                                               =========== ===========
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