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IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD










ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

 
IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD
 
 
COMPANY INFORMATION


Directors
L De Abreu Santos 
W M A Schmidt 




Registered number
13814961



Registered office
Tower 42 - Level 20
25 Old Broad Street

London

EC2N 1HQ




Independent auditor
MHA
Statutory Auditor

2 London Wall Place

London

EC2Y 5AU





 
IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD
 

CONTENTS



Page
Strategic Report
1 - 4
Directors' Report
5 - 6
Independent Auditor's Report
7 - 10
Statement of Comprehensive Income
11
Balance Sheet
12
Statement of Changes in Equity
13
Notes to the Financial Statements
14 - 23


 
IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD
 
 
STRATEGIC REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

Introduction
 
The Directors present their strategic report for the year ended 31 December 2024.

Business review
 
During the year to 31 December 2024, IGI Inex Trading (UK) Ltd (the “Company”) performed as management expected, with revenues of $131,847k (2023: $107,013k).

Operating profit amounted to $6,425k (2023: $2,089k) and profit after tax was $4,819k (2023: $1,567k).

Financial key performance indicators
 
Key financial performance indicators include: 

• Revenue was $131,847k (2023: $107,013k) in the year.
• Gross profit margin was 8.3% (2023: 4.5%) in the year.
• Operating profit margin was 4.9% (2023: 2.0%) in the year.
• Working capital and cash: the Company closely monitors its working capital position, with $6,167k (2023:   $1,567k) in net current assets at 31 December 2024. The Company has no third-party external debt in either year.

Strategy 

The Company operates as an international trading entity focused on the sourcing and sale of high-value commodities, principally precious and semi-precious stones. The Company’s strategy is centred on disciplined transaction execution, strong counterparty relationships and robust compliance oversight, with the objective of generating sustainable margins while maintaining controlled risk exposure.

The Company’s business model is based on intermediating documented commodities with qualified buyers and sellers.  This involves diligent management of products and counterparties, alongside a prudent financial approach.

The long-term objective of the Company is to establish a scalable and reputable international trading platform, underpinned by disciplined risk management, regulatory integrity, market reputation and sustainable profitability.

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STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

Principal risks and uncertainties
 
The Board of Directors is committed to the effective management of risks that could impact the Company’s ability to achieve its strategic objectives. Recognising the increasing complexity of the Company and the economic and operating environment, during the period management strengthened its risk management oversight, to ensure a more consistent and robust approach to risk identification, assessment and mitigation across a wider range of business risks.

Key actions included:

• Identifying Principal Risks: Identification and evaluation of the principal strategic, operational, financial    and compliance risks facing the group. This process involves an analysis of both internal and external    factors and is regularly reviewed by senior management.

• Monitoring Risk Exposure: Monitoring the Company's exposure to identified risks and evaluating the    effectiveness of existing controls and mitigation measures. Monitoring includes regular consideration of    key topics.

Discussion of key risks

Operational risks. The Company adopts the risk identification and risk management principles, including regulatory and supply risks,  set by its parent holding company, IGI Inex Holding (UK) Ltd, which sets risk management policy across the IGI Inex Group.

Counterparty risks. The Company adopts the risk identification and risk management principles, including anti-bribery and anti-corruption matters, set by IGI Inex Holding (UK) Ltd, which sets risk management policy across the Group.

Financial risks. The Company adopts the risk identification and risk management principles, including credit, liquidity, price and foreign exchange risks, set by IGI Inex Holding (UK) Ltd, which sets risk management policy across the Group.

Market risks. Economic conditions remain uncertain. The Company continues to closely monitor this and the impact it will have on business performance, revenues and profitability and will take actions available to align the business cost structure and working capital.

Financial risk management
 
The Company’s activities expose it to a variety of financial risks including credit risk, liquidity risk, price risk and foreign exchange risk. The Board monitors these risks on an ongoing basis as part of its overall risk management framework.
 
Credit risk arises primarily from trade receivables and amounts due from related parties. The Company manages this risk through regular monitoring of outstanding balances and maintaining close working relationships with counterparties within the Group and key trading partners.
 
Liquidity and cash flow risk are managed through active monitoring of working capital requirements and the preparation of cash flow forecasts. The Company seeks to ensure that sufficient funding is available to meet its liabilities as they fall due. Funding flexibility is supported by related party balances and, where required, shareholder support.
 
Price risk arises from fluctuations in the value of gemstones and related commodities traded by the Company. The Board monitors market conditions closely and seeks to manage exposure through disciplined purchasing and sales strategies.
 
Foreign exchange risk arises on transactions denominated in currencies other than the Company’s functional
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IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD
 

STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

currency. The Company monitors exchange rate movements and manages exposure where practicable through the timing of settlements and matching of currency inflows and outflows.
 

Other key performance indicators
 
The Company monitors its performance primarily through financial results as presented in the financial statements. The Directors do not consider additional non-financial key performance indicators to be necessary for an understanding of the development, performance or position of the business

Directors' statement of compliance with duty to promote the success of the Company
 
During the year, the Directors have complied with their duty to act in a way most likely to promote the success of the Company, as per section 172(1) of the Companies Act 2006. In doing so they have had regard to:

The likely consequences of any decision in the long term

In considering the likely long-term consequences of its decisions, the Company, whose principal activity is gemstone trading, serving the wider gemstone-related trading activities of the IGI Inex Group, continues to expand its operations within its areas of expertise. Activities related to gemstone trading remain central to the Company’s remit, which is expected to become increasingly sophisticated as trading volumes and market presence grow. The Company’s long-term strategy continues to evolve in response to emerging opportunities, industry developments and market conditions, supporting sustainable growth and value creation for all stakeholders.

The interest of the Company’s employees

The Directors believe that employees serve an integral part in carrying out the strategic direction of the Company. The focus remains on maintaining a culture that supports and encourages wellbeing and provides a high-quality and valued working environment.

The need to foster the Company’s business relations with suppliers, customers and others

The Company promotes clear and regular communication with suppliers and aims to develop open and collaborative relationships through long-term partnerships where appropriate. The Company uses trusted organisations and maintains long-term relationships to ensure value for money and provide clarity to customers over the pricing of goods and services.

The impact of the Company’s operations on the community and environment

The Company recognises the importance of conducting its activities responsibly and with consideration for the communities and environments in which it operates. The Company seeks to promote ethical and sustainable practices across the gemstone supply chain and engage with reputable partners adhering to recognised environmental and social standards.

The desirability of the Company maintaining a reputation for high standards of business conduct

The Company recognises the importance of maintaining high standards of business conduct across all areas of its operations. It is committed to integrity, transparency and sound governance in its business dealings.

The need to act fairly as between members of the Company

The Directors make decisions based on all relevant information, seeking to act fairly between members and in the best interests of the Company as a whole.
 

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IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD
 

STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024


This report was approved by the board on 6 May 2026 and signed on its behalf.



L De Abreu Santos
Director

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IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD
 
 
 
DIRECTORS' REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

The Directors present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024.

Directors' responsibilities statement

The Directors are responsible for preparing the Strategic Report, the Directors' Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations.
 
Company law requires the Directors to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under that law the Directors have elected to prepare the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice), including Financial Reporting Standard 102 ‘The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland'. Under company law the Directors must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company and of the profit or loss of the Company for that period.

 In preparing these financial statements, the Directors are required to:


select suitable accounting policies for the Company's financial statements and then apply them consistently;

make judgments and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent;

state whether applicable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements;

prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the Company will continue in business.

The Directors are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the Company's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the Company and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

Principal activity

The Company’s principal activity is gemstone trading, serving the wider gemstone related trading activities of IGI Inex Holding (UK) Ltd and its subsidiaries and affiliates. Over time, the Company intends to also trade other minerals and products that are within the IGI Inex group companies sphere of competence.  Activities related to gemstone trading are also a part of the Company’s remit, and this remit can be expected to become more sophisticated as trading activity expands.

Results and dividends

The profit for the year, after taxation, amounted to $4,818,919 (2023 - $1,567,007).

No dividends were paid or proposed.

Directors

The Directors who served during the year were:

L De Abreu Santos 
W M A Schmidt 

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DIRECTORS' REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

Future developments

Looking ahead, the Directors expect 2025 to be a year of further expansion and operational integration. The Company plans to continue building on its trading activities, particularly in the commodities and gemstones sectors, while pursuing new strategic contracts with institutional clients and fund partners. The management will also focus on strengthening compliance and governance frameworks to ensure adherence to UK and international regulations, as the scale and complexity of its operations continue to grow.

The Directors remain confident that the strategy in place will sustain growth and position the Company for long-term success within its market segment.

Engagement with suppliers, customers and others

When making decisions, the Directors consider what is likely to lead to the success of the company and to be of benefit to the members as a whole over the long term. When making such decisions, the Directors also consider the interests of other key stakeholders and seek to arrive at conclusions which do not adversely impact those groups as a whole. For the purposes of decision making, the Directors have identified key stakeholder groups, evaluated their interests, and responded to them. This demonstrates the board's commitment to maintaining high standards of business conduct and professionalism.

Greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption and energy efficiency action

The Company has not disclosed information in respect of greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption and energy efficiency action as its energy consumption in the United Kingdom for the year is 40,000kWh or lower.

Disclosure of information to auditor

Each of the persons who are Directors at the time when this Directors' Report is approved has confirmed that:
 
so far as the Directors are aware, there is no relevant audit information of which the Company's auditor is unaware, and

the Directors have taken all the steps that ought to have been taken as Directors in order to be aware of any relevant audit information and to establish that the Company's auditor is aware of that information.

Auditor

The auditor, MHAwill be proposed for reappointment in accordance with section 485 of the Companies Act 2006.

This report was approved by the board and signed on its behalf.
 





L De Abreu Santos
Director

Date: 6 May 2026

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IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD
 
 
 
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD
 

Opinion


We have audited the financial statements of IGI Inex Trading (UK) Ltd (the 'Company') for the year ended 31 December 2024, which comprise the Statement of Comprehensive Income, the Balance Sheet, the Statement of Changes in Equity and the related notes, including a summary of significant accounting policiesThe financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including Financial Reporting Standard 102 ‘The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).


In our opinion the financial statements:


give a true and fair view of the state of the Company's affairs as at 31 December 2024 and of its profit for the year then ended;
have been properly prepared in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice; and
have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.


Basis for opinion


We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the Company in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the United Kingdom, including the Financial Reporting Council's Ethical Standard and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.


Conclusions relating to going concern


In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the Directors' use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.


Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the Company's ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue.


Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the Directors with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report.


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IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD
 
 
 
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD (CONTINUED)


Other information


The other information comprises the information included in the Annual Report other than the financial statements and our Auditor's Report thereon. The Directors are responsible for the other information contained within the Annual ReportOur opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the course of the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact.


We have nothing to report in this regard.


Opinion on other matters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006
 

In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of the audit:


the information given in the Strategic Report and the Directors' Report for the financial year for which the financial statements are prepared is consistent with the financial statements; and
the Strategic Report and the Directors' Report have been prepared in accordance with applicable legal requirements.


Matters on which we are required to report by exception
 

In the light of the knowledge and understanding of the Company and its environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified material misstatements in the Strategic Report or the Directors' Report.


We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters in relation to which the Companies Act 2006 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion:


adequate accounting records have not been kept, or returns adequate for our audit have not been received from branches not visited by us; or
the financial statements are not in agreement with the accounting records and returns; or
certain disclosures of Directors' remuneration specified by law are not made; or
we have not received all the information and explanations we require for our audit.


Responsibilities of Directors
 

As explained more fully in the Directors' Responsibilities Statement set out on page 5, the Directors are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the Directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.


In preparing the financial statements, the Directors are responsible for assessing the Company's ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the Directors either intend to liquidate the Company or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.


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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD (CONTINUED)


Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements
 

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an Auditor's Report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.


Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud is detailed below:
Enquiry of management and those charged with governance around actual and potential litigation and
claims;
Review of legal and professional fees for evidence of legal work undertaken or fines/penalties incurred.
Reviewing of financial statements disclosures and testing to supporting documentation to assess compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Performing audit work over the risk of management override, including testing of journal entries and other
adjustments for appropriateness;
Evaluating the business rationale of significant transactions outside the normal course of business, and reviewing accounting estimates for bias;
Discussions amongst the engagement team in relation to how and where fraud might occur in the financial statements and any potential indicators of fraud;
Discussions with management over any potential or suspected fraud.
Performing audit work over the recognition of revenue on deliveries of services occurring at the year end to provide assurance over cut-off;


Because of the inherent limitations of an audit, there is a risk that we will not detect all irregularities, including those leading to a material misstatement in the financial statements or non-compliance with regulation. This risk increases the more that compliance with a law or regulation is removed from the events and transactions reflected in the financial statements, as we will be less likely to become aware of instances of non-compliance. The risk is also greater regarding irregularities occurring due to fraud rather than error, as fraud involves intentional concealment, forgery, collusion, omission or misrepresentation.


A further description of our responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements is located on the Financial Reporting Council's website at: www.frc.org.uk/auditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our Auditor's Report.


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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD (CONTINUED)


Use of our report
 

This report is made solely to the Company's members, as a body, in accordance with Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the Company's members those matters we are required to state to them in an Auditor's Report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the Company and the Company's members, as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.





Stephen Poleykett BA (Hons) FCA (Senior Statutory Auditor)
  
for and on behalf of
MHA
 
Statutory Auditor
  
London, United Kingdom

Date: 
 
MHA is the trading name of MHA Audit Services LLP, a limited liability partnership in England and Wales
(registered number OC455542.)
7 May 2026
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IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD
 
 
STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2024
2023
Note
$
$

  

Turnover
 4 
131,846,796
107,013,000

Cost of sales
  
(120,949,615)
(102,243,530)

Gross profit
  
10,897,181
4,769,470

Administrative expenses
  
(4,471,786)
(2,680,128)

Operating profit
 5 
6,425,395
2,089,342

Tax on profit
 8 
(1,606,476)
(522,335)

Profit for the financial year
  
4,818,919
1,567,007

There was no other comprehensive income for 2024 (2023:$NIL).

The notes on pages 14 to 23 form part of these financial statements.

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IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD
REGISTERED NUMBER: 13814961

BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2024

2024
2023
Note
$
$

  

Current assets
  

Stocks
 9 
542,771
5,907

Debtors: amounts falling due within one year
 10 
239,033,360
107,013,207

  
239,576,131
107,019,114

Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
 11 
(233,190,084)
(105,451,986)

Net current assets
  
 
 
6,386,047
 
 
1,567,128

  

Net assets
  
6,386,047
1,567,128


Capital and reserves
  

Called up share capital 
 12 
121
121

Profit and loss account
 13 
6,385,926
1,567,007

  
6,386,047
1,567,128


The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the board and were signed on its behalf by: 




L De Abreu Santos
Director

Date: 6 May 2026

The notes on pages 14 to 23 form part of these financial statements.

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IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD
 

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024


Called up share capital
Profit and loss account
Total equity

$
$
$


At 1 January 2023
121
-
121


Comprehensive income for the year

Profit for the year
-
1,567,007
1,567,007



At 1 January 2024
121
1,567,007
1,567,128


Comprehensive income for the year

Profit for the year
-
4,818,919
4,818,919


At 31 December 2024
121
6,385,926
6,386,047


The notes on pages 14 to 23 form part of these financial statements.

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IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

1.


General information

IGI Inex Trading (UK) Ltd is a Company limited by shares and registered in England and Wales. Its registered office is Tower 42 - Level 20, 25 Old Broad Street, London, EC2N 1HQ.

2.Accounting policies

 
2.1

Basis of preparation of financial statements

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention unless otherwise specified within these accounting policies and in accordance with Financial Reporting Standard 102, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and the Republic of Ireland and the Companies Act 2006.

The preparation of financial statements in compliance with FRS 102 requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also requires management to exercise judgment in applying the Company's accounting policies (see note 3).

The financial statements are presented in USD, the functional currency, rounded to the nearest $.

The following principal accounting policies have been applied:

 
2.2

Financial Reporting Standard 102 - reduced disclosure exemptions

The Company has taken advantage of the following disclosure exemptions in preparing these financial statements, as permitted by the FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland":
the requirements of Section 7 Statement of Cash Flows;
the requirements of Section 3 Financial Statement Presentation paragraph 3.17(d);
the requirements of Section 11 Financial Instruments paragraphs 11.42, 11.44 to 11.45, 11.47, 11.48(a)(iii), 11.48(a)(iv), 11.48(b) and 11.48(c);
the requirements of Section 12 Other Financial Instruments paragraphs 12.26 to 12.27, 12.29(a), 12.29(b) and 12.29A;
the requirements of Section 33 Related Party Disclosures paragraph 33.7.

This information is included in the consolidated financial statements of IGI Inex Holding (UK) Ltd as at 31 December 2024 and these financial statements may be obtained from the Company's registered office.

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IGI INEX TRADING (UK) LTD
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)

 
2.3

Going concern

The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis. In making this assessment, the Directors have considered the Company’s financial position, including significant liabilities which are contractually repayable on demand, and the expected timing of cash inflows from trade and related party receivables.
 
The Directors have obtained written confirmation from a principal counterparty, representing a significant proportion of these balances, that it does not intend to call upon the outstanding amounts in the short term and will allow settlement in line with the Company’s expected cash inflows.
 
The Directors have also considered the recoverability of amounts due from related parties, including expected settlement through a combination of cash and non-cash arrangements, and the timing of such receipts.
 
In addition, the Company has access to financial support from its Ultimate Beneficial Owner, Werner Schmidt, to enable it to meet its obligations as they fall due.

The Directors have also considered post balance sheet events, including the partial settlement of liabilities and developments in relation to funding arrangements, which further support the Company’s liquidity position.
 
Based on the above, the Directors have a reasonable expectation that the Company will be able to meet its liabilities as they fall due and therefore consider it appropriate to prepare the financial statements on a going concern basis

 
2.4

Foreign currency translation

Functional and presentation currency

The Company's functional and presentational currency is USD.

Transactions and balances

Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using the spot exchange rates at the dates of the transactions.

At each period end foreign currency monetary items are translated using the closing rate. Non-monetary items measured at historical cost are translated using the exchange rate at the date of the transaction and non-monetary items measured at fair value are measured using the exchange rate when fair value was determined.

Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of transactions and from the translation at period-end exchange rates of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognised in profit or loss except when deferred in other comprehensive income as qualifying cash flow hedges.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)

 
2.5

Turnover

Turnover is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the turnover can be reliably measured. Turnover is measured as the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, excluding discounts, rebates, value added tax and other sales taxes. The following criteria must also be met before turnover is recognised:

Sale of goods

Turnover from the sale of goods is recognised when all of the following conditions are satisfied:
the Company has transferred the significant risks and rewards of ownership to the buyer;
the Company retains neither continuing managerial involvement to the degree usually associated with ownership nor effective control over the goods sold;
the amount of turnover can be measured reliably;
it is probable that the Company will receive the consideration due under the transaction; and
the costs incurred or to be incurred in respect of the transaction can be measured reliably.

 
2.6

Taxation

Tax is recognised in profit or loss except that a charge attributable to an item of income and expense recognised as other comprehensive income or to an item recognised directly in equity is also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity respectively.

The current income tax charge is calculated on the basis of tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date in the countries where the Company operates and generates income.


 
2.7

Stocks

Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value, being the estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost is based on the cost of purchase on a first in, first out basis. Work in progress and finished goods include labour and attributable overheads.

At each balance sheet date, stocks are assessed for impairment. If stock is impaired, the carrying amount is reduced to its selling price less costs to complete and sell. The impairment loss is recognised immediately in profit or loss.

 
2.8

Debtors

Short-term debtors are measured at transaction price, less any impairment. Loans receivable are measured initially at fair value, net of transaction costs, and are measured subsequently at amortised cost using the effective interest method, less any impairment.

 
2.9

Creditors

Short-term creditors are measured at the transaction price. Other financial liabilities, including bank loans, are measured initially at fair value, net of transaction costs, and are measured subsequently at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)

 
2.10

Financial instruments

The Company has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 “Basic Financial Instruments” of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.

Financial instruments are recognised in the Company's Balance Sheet when the Company becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.

Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.

Basic financial assets

Basic financial assets, which include trade and other debtors, cash and bank balances, are initially measured at their transaction price (adjusted for transaction costs except in the initial measurement of financial assets that are subsequently measured at fair value through profit and loss) and are subsequently carried at their amortised cost using the effective interest method, less any provision for impairment, unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest.

Discounting is omitted where the effect of discounting is immaterial. The Company's cash and cash equivalents, trade and most other debtors due with the operating cycle fall into this category of financial instruments.

Impairment of financial assets

At the end of each reporting period financial assets measured at amortised cost are assessed for objective evidence of impairment. If an asset is impaired the impairment loss is the difference between the carrying amount and the present value of the estimated cash flows discounted at the asset’s original effective interest rate. The impairment loss is recognised in profit or loss. 

Financial assets are impaired when events, subsequent to their initial recognition, indicate the estimated future cash flows derived from the financial asset(s) have been adversely impacted. The impairment loss will be the difference between the current carrying amount and the present value of the future cash flows at the asset(s) original effective interest rate.

If there is a favourable change in relation to the events surrounding the impairment loss then the impairment can be reviewed for possible reversal. The reversal will not cause the current carrying amount to exceed the original carrying amount had the impairment not been recognised. The impairment reversal is recognised in the profit or loss.

Basic financial liabilities

Financial liabilities and equity instruments are classified according to the substance of the contractual arrangements entered into. An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of the Company after the deduction of all its liabilities.

Basic financial liabilities, which include trade and other creditors, bank loans and other loans are initially measured at their transaction price (adjusting for transaction costs except in the initial measurement of financial liabilities that are subsequently measured at fair value through profit and loss). When this constitutes a financing transaction, whereby the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest, discounting is omitted
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2.Accounting policies (continued)


2.10
Financial instruments (continued)

where the effect of discounting is immaterial.

Debt instruments are subsequently carried at their amortised cost using the effective interest rate method.

Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods and services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of business from suppliers. Trade creditors are classified as current liabilities if the payment is due within one year. If not, they represent non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are initially recognised at their transaction price and subsequently are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method. Discounting is omitted where the effect of discounting is immaterial.

Derecognition of financial instruments

Derecognition of financial assets

Financial assets are derecognised when their contractual right to future cash flow expire, or are settled, or when the Company transfers the asset and substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to another party. If significant risks and rewards of ownership are retained after the transfer to another party, then the Company will continue to recognise the value of the portion of the risks and rewards retained.

Derecognition of financial liabilities

Financial liabilities are derecognised when the Company's contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

3.


Judgments in applying accounting policies and key sources of estimation uncertainty

The preparation of the financial statements requires management to make judgements and estimates that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the reporting date.

Key judgements

Revenue recognitio
n
The Company recognises revenue from the sale of gemstones when control and the significant risks and rewards of ownership are transferred to the customer. Judgement is applied in determining the point at which these criteria are met, particularly in relation to contractual terms and delivery conditions.

Recoverability of related party receivables
The Company has significant balances due from related parties amounting to $238,843,000 at the year end. Judgement is applied in assessing the recoverability of these balances, including consideration of the financial position of the counterparties and their ability to settle amounts due.

The Directors consider that the carrying value of these balances is appropriate based on the information available at the reporting date.

Key sources of estimation uncertainty

The Directors do not consider there to be any significant sources of estimation uncertainty that would result in a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year


4.


Turnover

An analysis of turnover by class of business is as follows:


2024
2023
$
$

Sale of Rough Precious Gemstones
131,846,796
107,013,000

131,846,796
107,013,000


Analysis of turnover by country of destination:

2024
2023
$
$

United Kingdom
131,830,535
18,995,000

Rest of Europe
-
88,018,000

Rest of the world
16,261
-

131,846,796
107,013,000


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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

5.


Operating profit

The operating profit is stated after charging:

2024
2023
$
$

Exchange differences
(61,310)
176


6.


Auditor's remuneration

2024
2023
$
$

Fees payable to the Company's auditor in respect of:

The auditing of accounts of the Company
16,000
16,000

Taxation compliance services
1,800
1,800

All non-audit services not included above
2,200
2,200


7.


Employees




The average monthly number of employees, including the Directors, during the year was as follows:


        2024
        2023
            No.
            No.







Directors
2
2

There are no staff costs incurred by the Company, and the Directors are paid through the immediate parent company IGI Inex Holding (UK) Ltd.


8.


Taxation


2024
2023
$
$

Corporation tax


Current tax on profits for the year
1,606,476
522,335


1,606,476
522,335


Total current tax
1,606,476
522,335
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
 
8.Taxation (continued)


Factors affecting tax charge for the year

The tax assessed for the year is higher than (2023 - higher than) the standard rate of corporation tax in the UK of 25% (2023 - 23.5%). The differences are explained below:

2024
2023
$
$


Profit on ordinary activities before tax
6,425,395
2,089,342


Profit on ordinary activities multiplied by standard rate of corporation tax in the UK of 25% (2023 - 23.5%)
1,606,349
490,995

Effects of:


Differences leading to an increase in the tax charge
127
31,340

Total tax charge for the year
1,606,476
522,335


Factors that may affect future tax charges

The rate of corporation tax was increased to 25% from 1 April 2023 and this will apply in full from the year ended 31 December 2024. 


9.


Stocks

2024
2023
$
$

Finished goods and goods for resale
542,771
5,907

542,771
5,907


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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

10.


Debtors

2024
2023
$
$


Trade debtors
2,000
-

Amounts owed by related parties
238,843,000
107,013,121

Other debtors
4,467
86

Prepayments and accrued income
183,893
-

239,033,360
107,013,207



11.


Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year

2024
2023
$
$

Trade creditors
307,402
4,207

Amounts owed to group undertakings
7,642,081
2,673,586

Amounts owed to related parties
223,097,451
102,245,492

Corporation tax
2,128,811
522,335

Accruals and deferred income
14,339
6,366

233,190,084
105,451,986



12.


Share capital

2024
2023
$
$
Allotted, called up and fully paid



100 (2023 - 100) Ordinary shares of $1.21 each
121
121



13.


Reserves

Profit and loss account

The profit and loss account represents the Company's accumulated profits and losses net of any dividend paid.

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FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

14.


Related party transactions

The Company is a member of the IGI Inex Holding (UK) Ltd group and has entered into transactions with entities under common control during the year.

During the year, the Company generated revenue of $131,830,000 (2023: $88,018,000) from related party trading activities. This comprised sales to 3 Sigma Capital Ltd of $131,830,000 (2023: Nil) and, in the prior year, sales to SouthCapital Trading Ltd of $Nil (2023: $88,018,000).

At 31 December 2024, amounts due from related parties totalled $238,843,000 (2023: $88,018,121), comprising $150,825,000 due from 3 Sigma Capital Ltd (2023: Nil) and $88,018,000 due from SouthCapital Trading Ltd (2023: $88,018,000). These balances are unsecured, interest-free and repayable on demand.

During the year, the Company purchased goods amounting to $120,850,000 (2023: $102,182,000) from Mantovani Participações Ltda, a company in which Mr Werner Schmidt (the ultimate beneficial owner of the Group) is a shareholder.

At the year end, amounts due to related parties totalled $223,097,451 (2023: $63,492), of which $223,032,000 was payable to Mantovani Participações Ltda (2023: $102,182,000). These balances are unsecured, interest-free and repayable on demand.

At the balance sheet date, an amount of $65,451 (2023: $63,492) was owed by Mr Werner Schmidt, a director of the Company. This balance is unsecured, interest-free and repayable on demand.


15.


Post balance sheet events

Subsequent to year end the following non-adjusting events happened:

The Company’s shareholder, IGI Inex Holding (UK) Ltd, resolved to increase the Company’s capitalisation by approximately US$10 million.

The Company’s accumulated receivables of $150.8 million from 3 Sigma Capital Ltd as of 31 December 2024 were reduced in November 2025 by $131.8 million, resulting in a residual receivable of $19.0 million.  3 Sigma Capital has confirmed in writing that it fully honours the amount owed and that it has the means and intent to satisfy this remaining amount in 2026.

The Company’s accumulated payables of $223.1 million to Mantovani International Trading LTDA as of 31 December 2024 were reduced in December 2025 by $102.1 million, resulting in a residual payable of $120.9 million.  Mantovani International Trading has confirmed in writing that it is satisfied with its understanding of the process by which it will be paid and does not intend to enforce this payable until the means for repayment are established


16.


Controlling party

The Company's immediate parent undertaking  is IGI Inex Holding (UK) Ltd. The ultimate parent undertaking is W.S Intimorato Capital Limited. Both of these companies are registered in England and Wales and prepare consolidated accounts which are publicly available and have a registered office of Tower 42 - Level 20, 25 Old Broad Street, London, EC2N 1HQ.

The ultimate controlling party of the Company is Mr Werner Schmidt.

 
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