Revenue trends were steady as the softer mobile growth was offset by improvement in non-mobile. Softbank remained the outperformer, but this has already been baked in as expectations for Group revenue are sitting ahead of guidance by 3%.
Q2 was a mixed bag as both revenue and EBITDA accelerated and are tracking well against the full year expectations, however, net losses were higher YoY than expected on tax and delinquency charges for Rakuten Card (~¥4.9bn), higher tax and minority interest and lower net finance income.
ADVANC's 2Q25 net profit came in at Bt11.0b, rising 28% yoy and 4% qoq, mainly on strong revenue, robust gross margin and low SG&A-to-sales. Revenue totalled Bt56.0b (+9% yoy, flat qoq), largely thanks to core service revenue. The ARPU trend in both mobile and FBB was also impressive and showed continuous growth. In 2H25, we believe the strong earnings will continue. Maintain BUY with a target price of Bt340.00.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Results Advanced Info Service (ADVANC TB/BUY/Bt296.00/Target: Bt340.00) 2Q25: Results in line with our and consensus estimates. IRPC (IRPC TB/BUY/Bt1.02/Target: Bt1.20) 2Q25 Results: Losses were expected; better outlook in 3Q25. SVI (SVI TB/HOLD/Bt6.10/Target: Bt6.00) 2Q25: Earnings were weak and below our and market expectations Update CH Karnchang (...
GREATER CHINA Results BeOne Medicines (6160 HK/BUY/HK$182.70/Target: HK$240.00): 2Q25: Results beat; expects revenue and margins to expand further. Cathay Pacific Airways (293 HK/SELL/HK$10.85/Target: HK$10.23): 1H25: Results broadly in line. Cargo facing higher uncertainties in 2H25. Downgraded to SELL. Update AIA Group (1299 HK/BUY/HK$73.55/Target: HK$91.00): 1H25 results preview: Solid VONB and earnings growth. Xiaomi Corp (1810 HK/BUY/HK$54.00/Target: HK$69.20): 2Q25 results preview: Expect ...
Results were weak as expected because of the churn from April data breach. However, the worst is yet to come since Q3 will be impacted by the 50% discount on monthly tariff that will be applied in August. There is still no news on the fine which creates an overhang although news outlet suggests it could be disclosed as early as this month. For now, we maintain our Neutral stance.
TRUE reported a net profit of Bt2.0b for 2Q25, in line with our forecasts but below consensus by 11%. The stronger net profit was supported by: a) a higher gross profit margin, b) lower-than-expected SG&A-to-sales, c) lower interest expense, d) lesser cost of asset impairment, and e) tax gains. ARPU figures of the mobile and FBB businesses were also impressive. We still like TRUE and expect its improved earnings outlook to continue into 2H25. Maintain BUY with a target price of Bt15.70.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Sector Retail Staple retailers remain resilient amid economic uncertainty. Results Muangthai Capital (MTC TB/BUY/Bt38.50/Target: Bt52.00) 2Q25: Earnings in line; robust asset quality outlook. True Corporation (TRUE TB/BUY/Bt11.90/Target: Bt15.70) 2Q25: Results in line with our estimates but below consensus. Update Indorama Ventures (IVL TB/BUY/Bt22.40/Target: Bt27.00) 2Q25 Preview: Gearing up for a stronger 2H25 SCGP (SCGP TB/BUY/Bt18.10/Target...
GREATER CHINA Strategy China & Hong Kong Property: CR Land’s acquisition of Shanghai projects points to further consolidation towards SOEs; potential easing of capital transfer will be key focus for Hong Kong market. Results Launch Tech (2488 HK/NOT RATED/HK$12.03): 1H25: Robust overseas and software business growth; step-up in dividend. Update Tencent Holdings (700 HK/BUY/HK$559.00/Target: HK$650.00): 2Q25 results preview: Strong game pipeline and AI-powered adtech as key catalysts. INDONESIA ...
Softbank Corp reported a relatively in-line topline and EBITDA whilst headline EBIT was 4% ahead of expectations. Trends in mobile service revenue slowed with continued momentum in net additions (in particular Y!Mobile) offsetting the marginal decline in mobile ARPU.
GREATER CHINA Strategy Alpha Picks: August Conviction Calls: Add JBM Healthcare and Lenovo to our BUY list. Take profit on CATL, Han’s Laser, KE Holdings and Longfor. INDONESIA Strategy Alpha Picks: Underperformance In July: Our new Alpha Picks are ASSA, AKRA, ARCI, BBNI, KLBF, MTEL, and MYOR. MALAYSIA Strategy Alpha Picks: Some Opportunities Amid A “Summer Lull”: Our July 25 Alpha Picks outperformed. Aug 25 picks: Coraza, Eco World, Gamuda, Hume Cement, IJM, Inari, RHB and Zetrix. SINGAPORE ...
In our latest Asia Monthly, we discuss the performance of major Asian credit indices and review UST curve movements in July 2025. We also provide a recap of major news and macroeconomic releases, including those from the US, China, India, Indonesia and Japan. In addition, we summarise the top/bottom performers, recent USD bond issuances and rating actions in Asian corporate credit, as well as a list of our recent research. The Asia Monthly publication serves to keep investors updated on deve...
Q1 results were a touch softer than expected as trends in Business moderated. Tone remains encouraging for mobile to further accelerate in the second half as the impact of new mobile plans and price increase begin to flow through. Guidance remains unchanged. We continue to see good upside surprise in Mobile and stay Buyers with a ¥3,150 price target.
ADVANC's 2Q25 net profit is projected to rise 29% yoy and 5% qoq to Bt11.0b, mainly on strong revenue, robust gross margin, and low SG&A-to-sales. We estimate 2Q25 revenue at Bt57.9b (+13% yoy, +3% qoq), supported by core service revenue, especially from the FBB business. EBITDA margin should be flat qoq due to high net operating expenses. Looking ahead, we believe the strong earnings will continue in 2H25. Maintain BUY with a target price of Bt340.00.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Update Advanced Info Service (ADVANC TB/BUY/Bt279.00/Target: Bt340.00) Expected to continue reporting robust earnings in 2Q25. PTT Exploration & Production (PTTEP TB/BUY/Bt110.00/Target: Bt155.00) 2Q25 earnings to be pressured by high unit costs but yield remains attractive.
GREATER CHINA Sector Logistics: Recent logistics sector data remains healthy; expect solid 2Q25 sector financial performance. Maintain OVERWEIGHT, with JDL remaining as our top pick. INDONESIA Sector Banking: Loan growth slows, all eyes on fiscal spending acceleration. MALAYSIA Update Sunway Construction (SCGB MK/HOLD/RM5.99/Target: RM5.55): Outlook remains optimistic with robust orderbook replenishment and multiple catalysts, but fairly priced in after ytd share price rally. Maintain HOLD. S...
GREATER CHINA Strategy Alpha Picks: July Conviction Calls: Add CATL, KE Holdings, Longfor, Midea Group, Tencent and TME to our BUY list. Take profit on Prudential. INDONESIA Strategy Alpha Picks: Good Performances In June: Our new Alpha Picks are ANTM, BBCA, ERAA, ICBP, MYOR, MIKA, AMRT and TLKM. MALAYSIA Strategy Alpha Picks: Positioning For Positive US Trade Deals: Our Jun 25 Alpha Picks outperform. Jul 25 picks: Coraza, Duopharma, Eco World, Gamuda, Hume Cement, IJM, Inari and MYEG. SINGAP...
Unfortunately, this report is not available for the investor type or country you selected.
Report is subscription only.
Thank you, your report is ready.
Thank you, your report is ready.