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...
Greater China Economics | China China set a 2026 GDP growth target of 4.5-5.0% yoy, in line with expectations, while maintaining a 4% fiscal deficit ratio. Fiscal policy remains the main growth driver, supported by Rmb4.4t in local government special bonds and Rmb1.3t in ultra-long treasury bonds, while monetary policy stays accommodative. Policy priorities focus on AI+, New Quality Productive Forces, industrial upgrading, and targeted consumption support, alongside welfare improvements and ...
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.
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.
Greater China Company Results | COSCO SHIPPING Holdings (1919 HK/HOLD/HK$13.67/Target: HK$14.54) CSH’s 3Q25 net profit fell 55% yoy to Rmb9.5b but beat expectations on resilient freight rates and higher volumes. The recent rebound in freight indices and suspension of US-China port fees should support 4Q25 earnings. While oversupply risks remain in 2026, accelerated scrapping could ease pressure. Its strong net cash position (63% of market cap) should allow CSH to navigate the downcycle with ...
Despite marginally higher 1HFY26 revenue (+1% yoy), Netlink posted flat EBITDA and a 10% yoy decline in PATAMI as a result of higher depreciation with the capitalisation of the Seletar central office. 1HFY26 results are below expectation and we cut our FY26-28 estimates by 6-15%. Given the strong YTD share price performance (+13%), we are downgrading the stock from BUY to HOLD with a higher DCF-based target price of S$1.01.
Top Stories Company Results | Keppel Pacific Oak US REIT (KORE SP/BUY/US$0.235/Target: US$0.29) Portfolio occupancy was stable at 88% as of Sep 25, supported by backfilling of known vacates at The Plaza Buildings at Bellevue, Westmoor Center at Denver and Iron Point at Sacramento. KORE is on track to resume distribution for 1H26. KORE trades at a DPU yield of 4.3% for 2026 and 6.9% for 2027. P/NAV looks depressingly low at 0.34x. Upgrade to BUY due to recovery in the US office market. Target pr...
Greater China Initiation Coverage | Metasurface Technologies Holdings (8637 HK/BUY/HK1.48/Target: HK2.90) Metasurface is set to benefit from robust investment in the semi supply chain. As chip fabrication grows in complexity, more time is required to fabricate wafers and more wafer fabrication equipment is needed. Aerospace engineering is set to drive long-term growth as airline capacity continues to face shortages, forcing airlines to rely on their existing fleets and bo...
Attractive yield differentials. With Singapore government bond yields trending lower, the yield differential between fixed income and equities has narrowed in 2025, thus reinforcing the relative appeal of companies offering high, sustainable dividend payouts. Equity yields in the 4-6% range now offer a compelling pickup versus the 10-year Singapore Government Bond yield (1.8579% as at 4 Sep 25), while also providing potential for capital gains. In our view, this widening yield gap should support...
Despite higher 1QFY26 revenue (+1.9% yoy), Netlink posted lower EBITDA (-1.9% yoy) and PATMI (-9.2% yoy), dragged by lower margins and higher operating costs. 1QFY26 RAB revenue was slightly higher yoy while non-RAB revenue surged on an increase in installation-related and ancillary project revenue. With its stable revenue streams and operating cash flows, we continue to like Netlink as a high-yielding, safe haven stock. Maintain BUY with an unchanged target price of S$0.98.
GREATER CHINA Sector Macau Gaming: Jul 25 GGR beat consensus by 5%, hitting post-pandemic high; raise full-year GGR forecast to 7% yoy growth. Results Xinyi Solar Holdings (968 HK/BUY/HK$3.09/Target: HK$3.60): 1H25: Results in line. Policy boost and supply discipline drive re-rating potential; upgrade to BUY. Update Plover Bay Technologies (1523 HK/BUY/HK$6.91/Target: HK$7.83): Takeaways from luncheon: Growing the Peplink ecosystem. INDONESIA Strategy Alpha Picks: Underperformance In July: Our ...
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Strategy Alpha Picks: Massive Outperformance For Jul 25 Our Alpha Picks portfolio surpassed the STI by a massive 12.4ppt in Jul 25. Add HLA, MPM and CSE; remove IFAST and SSG. Results Mapletree Pan Asia Commercial Trust (MPACT SP/BUY/S$1.28/Target: S$1.86) 1QFY26: Lower operating and interest expenses offset overseas headwinds. NetLink NBN Trust (NETLINK SP/BUY/S$0.895/Target: S$0.98) 1QFY26: Muted result...
GREATER CHINA Strategy Property Weakening sales in China has raised hopes of policy support in July; rebound in HIBOR will test the strength of recovery in Hong Kong property sales. INDONESIA Update Bank Mandiri (BMRI IJ/BUY/Rp5,025/Target: Rp6,000) 5M25: Steady earnings amid NIM pressure. MALAYSIA Sector Oil & Gas ...
With the MAS’ upcoming S$5b EQDP expected to boost mid-cap liquidity, we screened for stocks meeting a high liquidity threshold (ADTV >S$2m) and having solid fundamentals. Key stocks that screened well include CENT, CD, FR, IFAST, NETLINK, RFMD, RSTON, SSG, SIE, SPOST and UMS. Lowering the ADTV bar adds nine names with HLA and FEH being the most favoured in this group.
For 1Q25, the sector’s muted 1.7% yoy earnings growth was within expectations, underpinned by strong contributions from Singtel’s regional associates and better overall cost discipline. Moving into 2Q25, we expect similar sector earnings growth, largely driven by Singtel and NetLink. We like Singtel for its regional exposure, Starhub as the main beneficiary of market consolidation and NetLink for its defensive earnings, supported by the sector’s attractive dividend yields. Maintain OVERWEIGHT.
GREATER CHINA Economics Economic Activity Generally weaker activities in April. Update Yuexiu Property (123 HK/NOT RATED/HK$4.57) Takeaways from meeting with Yuexiu Property. INDONESIA Update Aneka Tambang (ANTM IJ/BUY/Rp2,720/Target: Rp3,300) Raising earnings forecast on strong gold price momentum. MALAYSIA Results Affin Bank (ABANK MK/SELL/RM2.72/Target: RM...
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