Independent Sell Side Equity Research Analyst, ChartSmarter

Douglas Busch

Independent Sell Side Equity Research Analyst

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KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF / Technical Analysis

KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF (KWEB US)

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<li>China momentum continues with KWEB breaking out above WEEKLY double-bottom base</li>
<li>Stocks REPORTING this week that look technically sound include PDD BZ and EH</li>
<li>In-Depth look at individual leaders in Tencent Holdings, Futu Holdings, and Sony Group</li>
</ul>


China momentum continues with KWEB breaking out above WEEKLY double-bottom base
Stocks REPORTING this week that look technically sound include PDD BZ and EH
In-Depth look at individual leaders in Tencent Holdings, Futu Holdings, and Sony Group


Pan-Asia Catalysts/Events, Quiddity Advisors

David Blennerhassett

Pan-Asia Catalysts/Events

Quiddity Advisors

Event-Driven

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<li>The market now realise that EQT's playing the long game for <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/kakaku-com-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:7408:1" rel="noopener">Kakaku.com (2371 JP)</a>. Not optimal unless EQT thinks that they have a chance at a runoff. </li>
<li>Reportedly, <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/tokio-marine-holdings-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:7591" rel="noopener">Tokio Marine Holdings (8766 JP)</a> has identified <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/suncorp-group-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:4218" rel="noopener">Suncorp (SUN AU)</a> as its preferred takeover target</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/changhong-jiahua-holdings-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:5849:1" rel="noopener">Changhong Jiahua (3991 HK)</a> is a busted deal. Did the Offeror sound out all the necessary officials AND regulatory bodies before even launching the Offer.</li>
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The market now realise that EQT's playing the long game for Kakaku.com (2371 JP). Not optimal unless EQT thinks that they have a chance at a runoff. 
Reportedly, Tokio Marine Holdings (8766 JP) has identified Suncorp (SUN AU) as its preferred takeover target

Changhong Jiahua (3991 HK) is a busted deal. Did the Offeror sound out all the necessary officials AND regulatory bodies before even launching the Offer.


Last Week In Event SPACE: Kakaku.com, Suncorp, TCL Electronics, Changhong Jiahua, Steadfast

Asia L/S Equity PM/Macro/Thematic Idea Generation

Rikki Malik

Macroeconomics

<ul>
<li>US economic data while surprising on the upside fails to buoy the USD vs the JPY</li>
<li>BOJ awaiting shunto talks for more evidence of a sustained move out of deflation</li>
<li>What are the implications for global markets if mass repatriation of Japanese capital</li>
</ul>


US economic data while surprising on the upside fails to buoy the USD vs the JPY
BOJ awaiting shunto talks for more evidence of a sustained move out of deflation
What are the implications for global markets if mass repatriation of Japanese capital


The Bank of Japan Plays Footsie with the Market-Will They or Won’t They?

Japan Specialist

Mark Chadwick

Thematic (Sector/Industry)

<ul>
<li>US stocks surprisingly resilient after sell-off. 10Y bond yield edges lower; Nikkei futures point to strong open</li>
<li>Sony’s outlook for profit growth in the coming year looks unappealing. Management transitions the PS5 to end-of-life care.</li>
<li>Japan’s diplomats are watching the yen - don’t they always; last intervention was at 152 to the dollar</li>
</ul>


US stocks surprisingly resilient after sell-off. 10Y bond yield edges lower; Nikkei futures point to strong open
Sony’s outlook for profit growth in the coming year looks unappealing. Management transitions the PS5 to end-of-life care.
Japan’s diplomats are watching the yen - don’t they always; last intervention was at 152 to the dollar


Ohayo Japan | Resilience; Sony Sunsets PS5

<ul>
<li>On the 24th August 2026 , <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/tcl-electronics-holdings-limited" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:15654:1" rel="noopener">TCL Electronics (1070 HK)</a>, a global consumer electronics play, announced the spin-off of its photovoltaic business segment by way of distribution in specie.</li>
<li>1Q26 photovoltaic revs were HK$4.8bn, ~16.4% of group revenue, compared to 18% and 13% in FY25 and FY25. Given lower margins, its % contribution to the bottom line is smaller.</li>
<li>Other significant developments include the <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/sony-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:563:1" rel="noopener">Sony Corp (6758 JP)</a> home-entertainment business JV; and the recent HK$5.6bn air-conditioning acquisition.</li>
</ul>


On the 24th August 2026 , TCL Electronics (1070 HK), a global consumer electronics play, announced the spin-off of its photovoltaic business segment by way of distribution in specie.
1Q26 photovoltaic revs were HK$4.8bn, ~16.4% of group revenue, compared to 18% and 13% in FY25 and FY25. Given lower margins, its % contribution to the bottom line is smaller.
Other significant developments include the Sony Corp (6758 JP) home-entertainment business JV; and the recent HK$5.6bn air-conditioning acquisition.


TCL Electronics (1070 HK)'s Photovoltaic Spin-Off: Sharper Focus, Marginal Uplift

Japan

Sony Corporation manufactures audio, home video game consoles, communications, key device and information technology products for the consumer and professional markets.  The Company's other businesses include music, pictures, computer entertainment, and online businesses.

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Sony Corp (6758 JP)

Red Dragon Awakening

Focusing on Chinese names that have already been leading, and these are the ones most likely to continue to do so going forward. Very specific...

Douglas Busch

Last Week In Event SPACE: Kakaku.com, Suncorp, TCL Electronics, Changhong Jiahua, Steadfast

It’s Sunday! Pour yourself a coffee, grab a comfortable seat, and sift through a brief summary of insights on various events discussed during the...

David Blennerhassett

The Bank of Japan Plays Footsie with the Market-Will They or Won’t They?

Potential impact on global markets from Japanese capital repatriation. Despite positive US economic data, the USD is no longer strengthening...

Rikki Malik

Ohayo Japan | Resilience; Sony Sunsets PS5

US stocks remain resilient despite recent sell-off, as bond yields decrease and Nikkei futures indicate a strong opening. Sony's profit growth...

Mark Chadwick

TCL Electronics (1070 HK)'s Photovoltaic Spin-Off: Sharper Focus, Marginal Uplift

TCL's metrics are not excessive. Spinning off the lower-margin photovoltaic ops facilitates greater focus on its (smart) home appliances. I like...

David Blennerhassett

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Red Dragon Awakening

Focusing on Chinese names that have already been leading, and these are the ones most likely to continue to do so going forward. Very specific...

Douglas Busch

Last Week In Event SPACE: Kakaku.com, Suncorp, TCL Electronics, Changhong Jiahua, Steadfast

It’s Sunday! Pour yourself a coffee, grab a comfortable seat, and sift through a brief summary of insights on various events discussed during the...

David Blennerhassett

The Bank of Japan Plays Footsie with the Market-Will They or Won’t They?

Potential impact on global markets from Japanese capital repatriation. ​Despite positive US economic data, the USD is no longer strengthening...

Rikki Malik

Ohayo Japan | Resilience; Sony Sunsets PS5

​US stocks remain resilient despite recent sell-off, as bond yields decrease and Nikkei futures indicate a strong opening. Sony's profit growth...

Mark Chadwick

TCL Electronics (1070 HK)'s Photovoltaic Spin-Off: Sharper Focus, Marginal Uplift

TCL's metrics are not excessive. Spinning off the lower-margin photovoltaic ops facilitates greater focus on its (smart) home appliances. I like...

David Blennerhassett

Potential impact on global markets from Japanese capital repatriation. Despite positive US economic data, the USD is no longer strengthening...

US stocks remain resilient despite recent sell-off, as bond yields decrease and Nikkei futures indicate a strong opening. Sony's profit growth...