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Lorraine Tan, CFA
EUR 101.80 For Business Accounts Only

CK Infrastructure Adds European Metering Business Ista; FVE Remains at HKD 76

CK Infrastructure, or CKI, and sister company Cheung Kong Property Holdings are buying German metering business Ista International, which we think is a positive business to add to the group. However, the total cost of EUR 4.5 billion for Ista represents around 13 times estimated 2017 enterprise value/EBITDA, which we think is fairly rich, although we note the potential for stronger earnings growth. While we expect the 35% stake in Ista will boost CKI’s net profit by around 3%-4% over the next fi...
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CK Infrastructure Holdings Limited

CK Infrastructure Holdings and its subsidiaries are engaged in the development, investment and operation of infrastructure businesses in Hong Kong, Mainland China, the U.K., the Netherlands, Australia, New Zealand and Canada. Through its subsidiaries, Co. is engaged in investment holding; production and laying of asphalt; manufacturing, sale and distribution of cement and property investment; financing; treasury; and waste management servicce. Through its principal associates, Co. is engaged in investment in power and utility-related businesses, and electricity distribution.

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Morningstar
Morningstar

Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment research in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The company offer an extensive line of products and services for individual investors, financial advisors, asset managers, and retirement plan providers and sponsors.

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Lorraine Tan, CFA

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