What’s new: NetEase’s reported 1Q25 results that were above consensus estimates and our expectations. Gaming rev growth momentum could continue in 2Q partly driven by key titles such as Marvel Rivals and Where Winds Meet. We up our PT from US$120 to US$140 on improving outlook. Our updated PT of US$140 implies 16.7x FY25E P/E. We maintain our BY rating. Analysts: Jin Yoon
NetEase’s 1Q25 earnings exceeded expectations. Revenue grew 7.4% yoy to Rmb28.8b, largely in line with consensus forecast. Gross profit grew 8.6% yoy to Rmb18.5b, with gross margin rising 1ppt yoy to 64%. Non-GAAP operating profit grew 34% yoy to Rmb11.4b, with operating margin at 39.5%. Non-GAAP net profit rose 32% yoy to Rmb11.2b, beating consensus estimate. Net margin expanded 7ppt yoy to 39% in 1Q25. Maintain BUY with a higher target price of HK$210.00 (US$129.00).
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Sector Automobile China’s PV insurance registrations rose 0.5% yoy, 26.5% mom and 5% wow in the 19th week of 2025, with PEV market share increasing to 50.2%. Geely’s Zeekr, Lynk & Co, and Galaxy saw strong sales growth driven by new model launches, aggressive pricing, tech upgrades, and robust export expansion. We lift Geely’s 2025 net profit forecast by 24%, given its upbeat 1Q25 earnings. Maintain BUY and raise target price to HK$31.00 Maintain MARKET WEIGHT. Top BUYs: BYD, Ge...
What’s new: Tencent’s reported 1Q25 top-line results that were above consensus and our expectations. Gaming could remain resilient partly driven by evergreen titles such as HoK and Peacekeeper Elite and newly launched games such as Delta Force. Ads could also continue to outperform industry growth partly driven by video accounts. We maintain our PT at HKD650. Analysts: Jin Yoon
Tencent’s 1Q25 results came in higher than expectations. Revenue grew 13% yoy to Rmb180b, 3% ahead of our and consensus estimates. Gross margin expanded 3ppt yoy to 55.8%, outpacing consensus forecasts. Non-IFRS operating profit grew 18% yoy to Rmb69.3b, while non-IFRS operating margins expanded 2ppt yoy to 38.5% on a positive shift in revenue mix. Non-IFRS diluted EPS surged 25% yoy, 3% higher than our and consensus estimates. Maintain BUY with a higher target price of HK$650.00.
GREATER CHINA Economics Money Supply: Credit demand weakens in April. Results Tencent Holdings (700 HK/BUY/HK$521.00/Target: HK$650.00): 1Q25: Strong results propelled by robust games and AI-powered ad-tech. INDONESIA Sector Telecommunications: 1Q25: EBITDA stable at -0.8% qoq. Maintain MARKET WEIGHT. MALAYSIA Results Sunway REIT (SREIT MK/BUY/RM1.93/Target: RM2.05): 1Q25: Results in line. Looking ahead, the full reopening of Sunway Carnival Mall Phase 2 and AEON Seri Manjung acquisition are e...
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Economics Money Supply April's M1 growth moderated to 1.5% yoy (-0.1ppt), falling short of consensus’ 3.2% yoy, while M2 jumped to 8.0% yoy (+1ppt). This was likely due to base effects, since outstanding bank loans grew only 7.2% yoy (-0.2ppt). In contrast, outstanding TSF growth was strong at 8.7% yoy (+0.3ppt). However, new bank loans and new TSF fell to Rmb0.28t and Rmb1.16t respectively, missing expectations of Rmb0.69t and Rmb1.40t. Looking ahead, credit demand may pick up ...
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