Today, we are publishing the Auto section of our 30th Tech Infrastructure Quarterly Bible. The Tech Bible is a must-read for any tech investor, as it summarizes the quarterly earnings reports from the over 140 companies we track, providing an update on our key perspectives and convictions. In the coming weeks we will publish sections on Hyperscale & Cloud, Telecom Equipment, PCs, Enterprise IT, and Foundry. Auto demand came in above expectations. Semiconductor revenue growth remains muted as cu...
Top Stories Strategy | Singapore Stock Picks In A Turbulent Market With war clouds, an oil shock, and market volatility, we focus on Singapore’s defensive sectors and quality blue-chip names. Deployment of funds from MAS’ Equity Market Development Programme could provide some respite in March and April. Key stock picks are CLAR, CLI, CIT, DBS, DFI, KEP, SE, ST, YZJSGD, ASL, CAREIT, CSE, DELFI, FEH, IFAST, UGAI and VALUE. Market Spotlight US stocks were higher on Monday, with all indexes risi...
Singapore equities extended gains in February, with the STI rising 1.8% to near the 5,000 level after reaching a record high above 5,040. Market sentiment was supported by steady manufacturing expansion and selective corporate strength, including Yangzijiang Shipbuilding’s strong earnings. Global markets remained cautious amid AI-related concerns, while geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raised risks of higher oil prices.
AUCTUS PUBLICATIONS ________________________________________ ADX Energy (ADX AU)C; Target price of C$0.21 per share: Well test results at Welchau support interpretation of an updip light oil accumulation – Following a small acidisation treatment (6 m³ across 45 m of perforations) in the Reifling interval at the Welchau‑1 well, gas and light oil were recovered at surface during swabbing operations. Although stable inflow was not achieved—indicating that the limited acid volume did not access the ...
• Panoro is acquiring 40.375% WI in Block G, Equatorial Guinea from Kosmos Energy for US$180 mm, effective 1 January 2025. Closing is expected in August, with an estimated ~US$140-150 mm payable at completion and up to US$39.5 mm in deferred contingent consideration tied to oil prices and production over 2026–2028. • The acquisition is highly material, increasing Panoro’s WI in Block G by ~3.9× and adding 46 mmbbl of 2P reserves (+110% versus the company’s current 2P base) and 29 mmbbl of 2C res...
Greater China Sector Update | Automobile As of mid-Feb 26, over 20 Chinese provinces and cities have announced 2026 vehicle purchase subsidy schemes, aligning with the national policy that shifted to percentage-based subsidies (favouring mid-range to high-end vehicles) from 2025’s fixed amounts. This supports premium segments and market stability but may not fully counter the new 5% EV tax. 2026 PV sales forecast: 30.4m units (+3% yoy); PEV sales: 18.2m units (+19% yoy). Maintain MARKET WEIG...
Greater China Sector Update | Automobile CPCA estimates January China passenger NEV wholesale sales at 900,000 units (+1% yoy/-42% mom), with front-loaded purchases ahead of the reduced purchase tax and delayed local subsidies weighing on volumes. Automakers with ICE-car exposure, such as Geely Auto and Great Wall Motor, saw relatively resilient January sales. We expect China’s auto sales to recover after Chinese New Year, with the local subsidies in place. Maintain MARKET WEIGHT. Top BUYs: ...
Greater China Strategy | Alpha Picks: February Conviction Calls Chinese equities recovered in January, with the HSI and MSCI China rising 6.9% and 5.0% mom, respectively. Given the supportive macro policy environment, we maintain a constructive view on the markets despite risk of further volatility in February. Accordingly, we are adding Alibaba, Ganfeng Lithium, and Minth to our BUY list, while adding Meituan to our SELL list. Indonesia Company Results | Bank Negara Indonesia (BBNI IJ/B...
Singapore equities delivered a strong January performance, with the STI rising 5.6% to fresh record highs amid heightened geopolitical tensions that drove flight-to-safety flows. Manufacturing activity remained in mild expansion, led by electronics and AI-related demand. Market/corporate catalysts during the month include REIT earnings, IPO interest in Catalist and continued strength in gold-linked counters.
AUCTUS PUBLICATIONS ________________________________________ New Zealand Energy (NZ CN)C; Target price of C$1.70 per share: Raising new equity – New Zealand is raising up to C$3.5 mm of new equity at a price of C$0.20 per share to progress its gas storage project. Panoro Energy (PEN NO)C; Target price of NOK46 per share: 2026: Drilling Resumes in Gabon, EG Normalises, and Visibility Improves on EG‑23 – 4Q25 production averaged 9,928 boe/d, comprising 5,343 boe/d from Gabon (as previously report...
• 4Q25 production averaged 9,928 boe/d, comprising 5,343 boe/d from Gabon (as previously reported by BW Energy), 1,511 boe/d from Tunisia, and 2,374 boe/d from Equatorial Guinea. • EG production remains constrained by unplanned facilities‑related downtime at Ceiba. The operator continues to expect a return to normal operating levels in 1Q26. • A new EG infill drilling programme could be sanctioned around YE26, with drilling expected to begin in 2027 or early 2028 and deliver growth thereafter. ...
Greater China Economics | Money Supply December’s monetary data was mixed. M1 growth slowed further to 3.8% yoy, slightly below expectations, while M2 growth improved to 8.5% yoy on stronger time deposits growth. On a positive note, new bank loans rebounded to Rmb0.91t, mainly driven by corporate and government borrowing, and new TSF also beat forecasts. However, outstanding bank loan growth stayed at a year-low of 6.4% yoy and TSF growth eased to 8.3% yoy, underscoring still-fragile credit ...
Indonesia Company Update | Darma Henwa (DEWA IJ/BUY/Rp800/Target: Rp1,500) DEWA is entering a structural earnings upcycle driven by full in-house fleet utilisation, sharply higher operating capacity, and tighter cost control. Funding is secured to support expansion, while balance sheet optimisation could unlock dividends. With execution risk materially reduced and copper upside unpriced, we see scope for a valuation re-rating and maintain BUY with a DCF-based target price of Rp1,500. Malay...
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