Transport Sector, China and Asia-focused Research

Charles De Trenck

Thematic (Sector/Industry)

The Horrible Very Bad Day for MLPs and Energy... The Story ContinuesThe rebound/sell-off pattern is exactly as expected so far. The amplitudes appear a little greater than anticipated, but on the whole they are not surprising given the years of commodities rallies we experienced on the back of China and easy central bank money. Back on 29 Sept in my note &ldquo;Commodities: The Harder They Come, The Harder They Fall...&rdquo; the main message was be ready to trade the carnage, within an overall classic pattern. This followed an earlier note on the Horrible things that awaited MLPs I wrote back around 6 August.We got these trades, and flagged the trimming of positions that was needed in some of the names we picked. In August it made sense to expect that MLPs were looking bad and we should wait for blood on the streets. And we saw panic selling again in September before rebounds... and in the last week-- sheer panic selling. What follows is a quick review of issues/drivers, especially lessons we have seen in past, and what we can expect going forward.

The Horrible Very Bad Day for MLPs and Energy... The Story ContinuesThe rebound/sell-off pattern is exactly as expected so far. The amplitudes appear a little greater than anticipated, but on the whole they are not surprising given the years of commodities rallies we experienced on the back of China and easy central bank money. Back on 29 Sept in my note &ldquo;Commodities: The Harder They Come, The Harder They Fall...&rdquo; the main message was be ready to trade the carnage, within an overall classic pattern. This followed an earlier note on the Horrible things that awaited MLPs I wrote back around 6 August.We got these trades, and flagged the trimming of positions that was needed in some of the names we picked. In August it made sense to expect that MLPs were looking bad and we should wait for blood on the streets. And we saw panic selling again in September before rebounds... and in the last week-- sheer panic selling. What follows is a quick review of issues/drivers, especially lessons we have seen in past, and what we can expect going forward.

Understanding the Trading Pattern in Energy Related (And the Poor Industry Forecasting Skills)

Our theme has been to expect some mergers in container equipment and transport equipment owners. NOL and Chinese carriers are also exploring options, as discussed in last few months. But today we have a live deal between Triton and TAL Int'l Group which will create the largest container lessor through a "merger of equals". Let's review a few more points and issues.

Our theme has been to expect some mergers in container equipment and transport equipment owners. NOL and Chinese carriers are also exploring options, as discussed in last few months. But today we have a live deal between Triton and TAL Int'l Group which will create the largest container lessor through a "merger of equals". Let's review a few more points and issues.

Container Equipment Mergers Here: TAL Int'l to Merge with Triton

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Ishita Jain

Airbus and Boeing, the powerhouses of the aircraft manufacturing industry and the largest duopoly in the world, shared revenues of $407.5 billion in 2014. As the fight for market share trudges along, it is a battle of nerves and steel (or carbon fiber in this matter). The airlines industry today is dynamic and competitive, investing in cost-saving measures rapidly. How are these two manufacturing giants coping up? Let us take a look.

Airbus and Boeing, the powerhouses of the aircraft manufacturing industry and the largest duopoly in the world, shared revenues of $407.5 billion in 2014. As the fight for market share trudges along, it is a battle of nerves and steel (or carbon fiber in this matter). The airlines industry today is dynamic and competitive, investing in cost-saving measures rapidly. How are these two manufacturing giants coping up? Let us take a look.

Flying through turbulent or clear skies: An analysis on Airbus & Boeing

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<ul><li>Equifax Inc. has provided a comprehensive overview of its Q1 2025 financial performance and outlook in its recent earnings, revealing both strengths and challenges in the company's operational landscape.</li><li>Starting with the positives, Equifax reported a strong beginning to 2025 with revenue reaching $1.442 billion, marking a 4% growth on a reported basis and 5% in constant currency.</li><li>Notably, this was $37 million above the midpoint of the company's previous guidance offered in February.</li></ul>

Equifax Inc. has provided a comprehensive overview of its Q1 2025 financial performance and outlook in its recent earnings, revealing both strengths and challenges in the company's operational landscape.Starting with the positives, Equifax reported a strong beginning to 2025 with revenue reaching $1.442 billion, marking a 4% growth on a reported basis and 5% in constant currency.Notably, this was $37 million above the midpoint of the company's previous guidance offered in February.

Equifax: Powering Ahead in the Government Sector with $50 Million Contracts and Strategic Data Deals!

<ul><li>Equifax Inc. presented a detailed discussion during its third quarter 2024 earnings conference, highlighting significant strides and persistent challenges.</li><li>The company reported substantial developments, particularly in its cloud transformation endeavors, which are likely to secure future growth and operational efficiency.</li><li>Structural changes involved the migration of U.S. and Canadian data exchanges to Equifax's cloud platform, an advancement that is poised to offer cost savings estimated at over $70 million per annum post-completion in early 2025.</li></ul>

Equifax Inc. presented a detailed discussion during its third quarter 2024 earnings conference, highlighting significant strides and persistent challenges.The company reported substantial developments, particularly in its cloud transformation endeavors, which are likely to secure future growth and operational efficiency.Structural changes involved the migration of U.S. and Canadian data exchanges to Equifax's cloud platform, an advancement that is poised to offer cost savings estimated at over $70 million per annum post-completion in early 2025.

Equifax Inc.: Recent Technological Advancements

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Container Equipment Mergers Here: TAL Int'l to Merge with Triton

Our theme has been to expect some mergers in container equipment and transport equipment owners. NOL and Chinese carriers are also exploring...

Charles De Trenck

Flying through turbulent or clear skies: An analysis on Airbus & Boeing

Airbus and Boeing, the powerhouses of the aircraft manufacturing industry and the largest duopoly in the world, shared revenues of $407.5 billion...

Ishita Jain

Equifax: Powering Ahead in the Government Sector with $50 Million Contracts and Strategic Data Deals!

Equifax Inc. has provided a comprehensive overview of its Q1 2025 financial performance and outlook in its recent earnings, revealing both...

Baptista Research

Equifax Inc.: Recent Technological Advancements

Equifax Inc. presented a detailed discussion during its third quarter 2024 earnings conference, highlighting significant strides and persistent...

Baptista Research

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Understanding the Trading Pattern in Energy Related (And the Poor Industry Forecasting Skills)

The Horrible Very Bad Day for MLPs and Energy... The Story ContinuesThe rebound/sell-off pattern is exactly as expected so far. The amplitudes...

Charles De Trenck

Container Equipment Mergers Here: TAL Int'l to Merge with Triton

Our theme has been to expect some mergers in container equipment and transport equipment owners. NOL and Chinese carriers are also exploring...

Charles De Trenck

Flying through turbulent or clear skies: An analysis on Airbus & Boeing

Airbus and Boeing, the powerhouses of the aircraft manufacturing industry and the largest duopoly in the world, shared revenues of $407.5 billion...

Ishita Jain

Equifax: Powering Ahead in the Government Sector with $50 Million Contracts and Strategic Data Deals!

Equifax Inc. has provided a comprehensive overview of its Q1 2025 financial performance and outlook in its recent earnings, revealing both...

Baptista Research

Equifax Inc.: Recent Technological Advancements

Equifax Inc. presented a detailed discussion during its third quarter 2024 earnings conference, highlighting significant strides and persistent...

Baptista Research