Korea/Asia, Events, IPOs, Douglas Research Advisory

Douglas Kim

Korea/Asia, Events, IPOs

Douglas Research Advisory

Cross Asset Strategy

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<li>Now that Lee Jae-Myung has become new South Korean President, the uncertainty revolving who will lead South Korea in the next five years is now over.</li>
<li>In this insight, we discuss four investment themes (related to Lee Jae-Myung becoming the new South Korean President) that could outperform the market for the remainder of 2025.</li>
<li>The four investment themes include Korean Holdcos/Quasi Holdcos, Korean Cultural Contents, Securities, and SK Group Companies.</li>
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Now that Lee Jae-Myung has become new South Korean President, the uncertainty revolving who will lead South Korea in the next five years is now over.
In this insight, we discuss four investment themes (related to Lee Jae-Myung becoming the new South Korean President) that could outperform the market for the remainder of 2025.
The four investment themes include Korean Holdcos/Quasi Holdcos, Korean Cultural Contents, Securities, and SK Group Companies.


Lee Jae-Myung Becomes the New South Korean President - Four Investment Themes That Could Outperform

Asia Pac IPO & Placement Research, China biotech, Aequitas Research

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Asia Pac IPO & Placement Research, China biotech

IPOs and Placements coverage across Asia Pacific

Aequitas Research

We cover all listing across the Asia Pacific along with follow-up placements. As of Dec 2020, our team had covered 539 IPOs with a hit rate of 73.5% and 685 placements with a hit rate of 66.8%.

We combine fundamental bottom-up views with our proprietary quantitative framework to provide a holistic coverage across new listings and placements. Our coverage includes pre-IPO notes before the deal is launched, follow-up analysis once the deal is live and post-listing trading analysis as well.

Quantitative Analysis

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<li>We analyzed the changes in short interest of KRX stocks as of Nov 7th. The aggregated short interest was USD11.9bn.</li>
<li>We tabulate league tables for top short by value and short as multiple of ADT, as well as weekly increases &amp; decreases in short value, short as multiple of ADT.</li>
<li>We highlight short interest changes in NAVER, SAMSUNG SDS, L&amp;F, Samsung SDI, Alteogen.</li>
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We analyzed the changes in short interest of KRX stocks as of Nov 7th. The aggregated short interest was USD11.9bn.
We tabulate league tables for top short by value and short as multiple of ADT, as well as weekly increases &amp; decreases in short value, short as multiple of ADT.
We highlight short interest changes in NAVER, SAMSUNG SDS, L&amp;F, Samsung SDI, Alteogen.


KRX Short Interest Weekly (Nov 7th): NAVER, SAMSUNG SDS, L&F, Samsung SDI, Alteogen

India Equity Analyst - Fundamental & Thematic, Beat the Street

Sudarshan Bhandari

India Equity Analyst - Fundamental & Thematic

Beat the Street

Beat The Street was founded by Nimish Maheshwari and Sudarshan Bhandari, both of whom are Chartered Accountants by Profession, known for their expert analysis in the fields of Business, Sectoral analysis, and Corporate governance.

With a strong social media presence of 45,000+ Subscribers across various platforms, they are considered trusted voices in the industry. Their insights and analysis have been featured in some of India’s most prominent publications, including the Economic Times, Dalal Street Investment Journal, The Morning Context, and The Ken.

Their analysis on Bankrupt & Insolvent companies has been instrumental in saving investors from significant losses. They have a keen eye for identifying red flags and has identified exclusive redflags earlier in Vedanta, Nykaa, Dhani Services, Adani and many more.

Read Business Not Stock Prices

Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>Appointment of a digital-savvy CEO and professionalized board strengthens management, positioning Vadilal for sustained growth and corporate transformation.  </li>
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Robust distribution, innovative production, and premium parlours drive competitive edge and market leadership. </li>
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Resolution of internal family disputes and promoter group merger streamlines operations, though potential dilution could affect minority shareholders.</li>
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Appointment of a digital-savvy CEO and professionalized board strengthens management, positioning Vadilal for sustained growth and corporate transformation.  

Robust distribution, innovative production, and premium parlours drive competitive edge and market leadership. 

Resolution of internal family disputes and promoter group merger streamlines operations, though potential dilution could affect minority shareholders.


The Beat Ideas: Vadilal Industries - Will Professional Management Improve Operational Excellence?

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<li>We analyzed the changes in short interest of KRX stocks as of Aug 15th. The aggregated short interest was USD10.3bn.</li>
<li>We tabulate league tables for top short by value and short as multiple of ADT, as well as weekly increases &amp; decreases in short value, short as multiple of ADT.</li>
<li>We highlight short interest changes in SamsungF&amp;MIns, Samsung SDI, SK Hynix, LG H&amp;H, Kakao.</li>
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We analyzed the changes in short interest of KRX stocks as of Aug 15th. The aggregated short interest was USD10.3bn.
We tabulate league tables for top short by value and short as multiple of ADT, as well as weekly increases &amp; decreases in short value, short as multiple of ADT.
We highlight short interest changes in SamsungF&amp;MIns, Samsung SDI, SK Hynix, LG H&amp;H, Kakao.


KRX Short Interest Weekly (Aug 15th): SamsungF&MIns, Samsung SDI, SK Hynix, LG H&H, Kakao

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<li>We analyzed the changes in short interest of KRX stocks as of Jul 4th. The aggregated short interest was USD9.1bn.</li>
<li>We tabulate league tables for top short by value and short as multiple of ADT, as well as weekly increases &amp; decreases in short value, short as multiple of ADT.</li>
<li>We highlight short interest changes in Hanwha Ocean, Hyundai Rotem, Kiwoom, Doosan Enerbility, Cosmax.</li>
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We analyzed the changes in short interest of KRX stocks as of Jul 4th. The aggregated short interest was USD9.1bn.
We tabulate league tables for top short by value and short as multiple of ADT, as well as weekly increases &amp; decreases in short value, short as multiple of ADT.
We highlight short interest changes in Hanwha Ocean, Hyundai Rotem, Kiwoom, Doosan Enerbility, Cosmax.


KRX Short Interest Weekly (Jul 4th): Hanwha Ocean, Hyundai Rotem, Kiwoom, Doosan Enerbility, Cosmax

South Korea

Lotte Confectionery Co., Ltd. operates as a snack food manufacturing company. The Company produces and sells chewing gum, candy, biscuits, chocolates, pies, snacks, and other products. Lotte Confectionery markets its products worldwide.

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Lotte Confectionery (280360 KS)

Lee Jae-Myung Becomes the New South Korean President - Four Investment Themes That Could Outperform

In this insight, we discuss four investment themes (related to Lee Jae-Myung becoming the new South Korean President) that could outperform the...

Douglas Kim

KRX Short Interest Weekly (Nov 7th): NAVER, SAMSUNG SDS, L&F, Samsung SDI, Alteogen

We analyzed KRX short interest report for the past week and highlighted short interest changes in NAVER, SAMSUNG SDS, L&F, Samsung SDI, Alteogen.

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

The Beat Ideas: Vadilal Industries - Will Professional Management Improve Operational Excellence?

Vadilal's new CEO and board, along with distribution and production innovations, position the company for growth, but potential dilution may...

Sudarshan Bhandari

KRX Short Interest Weekly (Aug 15th): SamsungF&MIns, Samsung SDI, SK Hynix, LG H&H, Kakao

We analyzed KRX short interest report for the past week and highlighted short interest changes in SamsungF&MIns, Samsung SDI, SK Hynix, LG H&H, Kakao.

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

KRX Short Interest Weekly (Jul 4th): Hanwha Ocean, Hyundai Rotem, Kiwoom, Doosan Enerbility, Cosmax

We analyzed KRX short interest report for the past week and highlighted short interest changes in Hanwha Ocean, Hyundai Rotem, Kiwoom, Doosan...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

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Lee Jae-Myung Becomes the New South Korean President - Four Investment Themes That Could Outperform

In this insight, we discuss four investment themes (related to Lee Jae-Myung becoming the new South Korean President) that could outperform the...

Douglas Kim

KRX Short Interest Weekly (Nov 7th): NAVER, SAMSUNG SDS, L&F, Samsung SDI, Alteogen

We analyzed KRX short interest report for the past week and highlighted short interest changes in NAVER, SAMSUNG SDS, L&F, Samsung SDI, Alteogen.

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

The Beat Ideas: Vadilal Industries - Will Professional Management Improve Operational Excellence?

​Vadilal's new CEO and board, along with distribution and production innovations, position the company for growth, but potential dilution may...

Sudarshan Bhandari

KRX Short Interest Weekly (Aug 15th): SamsungF&MIns, Samsung SDI, SK Hynix, LG H&H, Kakao

We analyzed KRX short interest report for the past week and highlighted short interest changes in SamsungF&MIns, Samsung SDI, SK Hynix, LG H&H, Kakao.

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

KRX Short Interest Weekly (Jul 4th): Hanwha Ocean, Hyundai Rotem, Kiwoom, Doosan Enerbility, Cosmax

We analyzed KRX short interest report for the past week and highlighted short interest changes in Hanwha Ocean, Hyundai Rotem, Kiwoom, Doosan...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Vadilal's new CEO and board, along with distribution and production innovations, position the company for growth, but potential dilution may...