Insight Provider, CrossASEAN Research

Nicolas Van Broekhoven

Insight Provider

CrossASEAN Research

At CrossASEAN Research we strive to produce unbiased and differentiated on the ground insights on companies across South East Asia. Our Research is produced for the most part after face to face meetings and conversations with company management to dig deep into the long term vision and strategy of the companies we cover. We seek to deliver investable and actionable themes on sectors and markets across SE Asia, often in collaboration with other Insight Providers across the region, pooling the vast experience of the analysts within the Smartkarma Ecosystem. We also offer bespoke work and tailor made trips for our clients. 

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<li>Last week <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/nvidia-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:5891:1" rel="noopener">NVIDIA Corp (NVDA US)</a> announced a 5 billion USD investment into <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/intel-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:16764:1" rel="noopener">Intel Corp (INTC US)</a>. </li>
<li>If the collaboration between the two tech giants is successful, it could lead to a revival of the entire Intel supply chain.</li>
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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/aem-holdings-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:11019:1" rel="noopener">AEM (AEM SP)</a> has historically been closely linked to Intel, so any revival of Intel has the potential to benefit AEM substantially.</li>
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Last week NVIDIA Corp (NVDA US) announced a 5 billion USD investment into Intel Corp (INTC US). 
If the collaboration between the two tech giants is successful, it could lead to a revival of the entire Intel supply chain.

AEM (AEM SP) has historically been closely linked to Intel, so any revival of Intel has the potential to benefit AEM substantially.


AEM Holdings: Nvidia's Investment in Intel to Drive AEM Re-Rating?

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/aem-holdings-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:11019:1" rel="noopener">AEM (AEM SP)</a> released 3Q24 numbers and bumped its guidance higher as its key customer pulled forward some orders.</li>
<li>In 2025 it will be the first year where customers outside of Intel will make up the majority of AEM's revenues. This is a big milestone for AEM.</li>
<li>Continued business from Intel and growth in new key accounts means we should expect FY25 revenue growth. Guidance for FY25 will come by February 2025. </li>
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AEM (AEM SP) released 3Q24 numbers and bumped its guidance higher as its key customer pulled forward some orders.
In 2025 it will be the first year where customers outside of Intel will make up the majority of AEM's revenues. This is a big milestone for AEM.
Continued business from Intel and growth in new key accounts means we should expect FY25 revenue growth. Guidance for FY25 will come by February 2025. 


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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/aem-holdings-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:11019:1" rel="noopener">AEM (AEM SP)</a> announced a new CEO as of 30th of May 2024. The new CEO officially starts 1st of July 2024.</li>
<li>Amy Leong will take over from Chandran Nair as she leaves her Chief Commercial Officer role at <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/formfactor-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:20309:1" rel="noopener">Formfactor Inc (FORM US)</a>. </li>
<li>Given the weak business results and inventory management issues it should be expected that Mrs Leong would want to clean the proverbial house before she starts in her new role.</li>
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AEM (AEM SP) announced a new CEO as of 30th of May 2024. The new CEO officially starts 1st of July 2024.
Amy Leong will take over from Chandran Nair as she leaves her Chief Commercial Officer role at Formfactor Inc (FORM US). 
Given the weak business results and inventory management issues it should be expected that Mrs Leong would want to clean the proverbial house before she starts in her new role.


AEM Holdings: New CEO = One Final Kitchen Sink in 2Q24?

SGX Market Strategist, Equity & Fixed Income, Singapore Exchange Ltd (SGX)

Geoff Howie

SGX Market Strategist, Equity & Fixed Income

Asia’s leading multi-asset exchange

Singapore Exchange Ltd (SGX)

Singapore Exchange is Asia’s leading and trusted market infrastructure, facilitating the exchange of capital and ideas to create value for people, businesses and economies. As a multi-asset exchange operating equity, fixed income and derivatives markets to the highest regulatory standards, SGX is a vertically integrated business that provides listing, trading, clearing, settlement, depository and data services.

With about 40% of listed companies and over 80% of listed bonds originating outside of Singapore as well as established linkages across the region and in Europe, SGX is Asia’s most international and connected exchange. Offering a full suite of derivatives products across Asian equity indices, commodities and currencies, SGX is the world’s most liquid international market for the benchmark equity indices of China, India, Japan and ASEAN.

As Asia’s pioneering central counterparty, SGX is globally recognised for its risk management and clearing capabilities, and was one of the first globally to adopt the Principles for Financial Market Infrastructure.

Headquartered in AAA-rated Singapore, SGX has over 800 employees including offices in Beijing, Chicago, Hong Kong, London, New York, Mumbai, San Francisco, Shanghai and Tokyo.

<ul><li>The 240 Singapore SMID stocks generated S$696 million in average daily turnover in 1H26, with 13% total returns.</li><li>Institutional net buying in 1H26 was selective, with technology and industrial stocks dominating inflows relative to market cap.</li><li>AEM Holdings recorded a 519% total return in 1H26, with a share price increase and higher trading volume.</li></ul>

The 240 Singapore SMID stocks generated S$696 million in average daily turnover in 1H26, with 13% total returns.Institutional net buying in 1H26 was selective, with technology and industrial stocks dominating inflows relative to market cap.AEM Holdings recorded a 519% total return in 1H26, with a share price increase and higher trading volume.

1H26 SMID Turnover Growth Outpaced Market Returns

Singapore Market Roundup, Singapore Market Roundup

Singapore Market Roundup

Thematic (Sector/Industry)

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<li>RHB and DBS maintain 'neutral' outlook on Wilmar despite strong 2QFY2026 results.</li>
<li>Analysts remain optimistic about Frencken's outlook for the strong second half.</li>
<li>Analysts remain optimistic on Singtel after 1QFY2027 earnings exceeded forecasts.</li>
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RHB and DBS maintain 'neutral' outlook on Wilmar despite strong 2QFY2026 results.
Analysts remain optimistic about Frencken's outlook for the strong second half.
Analysts remain optimistic on Singtel after 1QFY2027 earnings exceeded forecasts.


Singapore Market Roundup (14-Aug-2026): RHB and DBS keep 'neutral' stance on Wilmar after strong

Singapore

AEM is a global leader in providing customized, application-specific test and handling solutions for the semiconductor and electronics industries. The company's offerings, including handlers and test inserts, are crucial for ensuring the quality and reliability of advanced chips used in AI and high-performance computing. AEM was established in 1990 and is headquartered in Singapore.

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AEM (AEM SP)

AEM Holdings: Nvidia's Investment in Intel to Drive AEM Re-Rating?

NVIDIA's $5 billion investment in Intel could revive Intel's supply chain, benefiting companies like AEM linked to Intel.

Nicolas Van Broekhoven

Aem: Hoping for Better 2025

AEM increased guidance for FY24 signals a shift towards revenue from non-Intel customers, setting the stage for growth in FY25.

Nicolas Van Broekhoven

AEM Holdings: New CEO = One Final Kitchen Sink in 2Q24?

AEM Holdings announced new CEO Amy Leong, who will start on July 1, 2024. She is likely to kitchen sink results and the outlook as she takes control.

Nicolas Van Broekhoven

1H26 SMID Turnover Growth Outpaced Market Returns

The 240 Singapore SMID stocks generated S$696 million in average daily turnover in 1H26, with 13% total returns. Institutional net buying in 1H26...

Singapore Exchange Ltd (SGX)

Singapore Market Roundup (14-Aug-2026): RHB and DBS keep 'neutral' stance on Wilmar after strong

RHB and DBS keep a 'neutral' outlook on Wilmar despite strong 2QFY2026 results, while analysts are optimistic about Frencken and Singtel's earnings.

Singapore Market Roundup

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AEM Holdings: Nvidia's Investment in Intel to Drive AEM Re-Rating?

​NVIDIA's $5 billion investment in Intel could revive Intel's supply chain, benefiting companies like AEM linked to Intel.

Nicolas Van Broekhoven

Aem: Hoping for Better 2025

​AEM increased guidance for FY24 signals a shift towards revenue from non-Intel customers, setting the stage for growth in FY25.

Nicolas Van Broekhoven

AEM Holdings: New CEO = One Final Kitchen Sink in 2Q24?

​AEM Holdings announced new CEO Amy Leong, who will start on July 1, 2024. She is likely to kitchen sink results and the outlook as she takes control.

Nicolas Van Broekhoven

1H26 SMID Turnover Growth Outpaced Market Returns

The 240 Singapore SMID stocks generated S$696 million in average daily turnover in 1H26, with 13% total returns. Institutional net buying in 1H26...

Singapore Exchange Ltd (SGX)

Singapore Market Roundup (14-Aug-2026): RHB and DBS keep 'neutral' stance on Wilmar after strong

RHB and DBS keep a 'neutral' outlook on Wilmar despite strong 2QFY2026 results, while analysts are optimistic about Frencken and Singtel's earnings.

Singapore Market Roundup

NVIDIA's $5 billion investment in Intel could revive Intel's supply chain, benefiting companies like AEM linked to Intel.

AEM increased guidance for FY24 signals a shift towards revenue from non-Intel customers, setting the stage for growth in FY25.

AEM Holdings announced new CEO Amy Leong, who will start on July 1, 2024. She is likely to kitchen sink results and the outlook as she takes control.