HK/China Equity Long-Short

Osbert Tang, CFA

Thematic (Sector/Industry)

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<li>With the HSI surging 21.2% since 24 Sep and many stocks have even doubled, the strategy in the HK and China markets will move to chase the laggards.</li>
<li>Among the underperforming HSI constituents, <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/china-resources-power-holdings-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:5385:1" rel="noopener">China Resources Power (836 HK)</a> and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/china-mobile-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:27:1" rel="noopener">China Mobile (941 HK)</a> are the better candidates to pick up performance. </li>
<li>For HSCEI, <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/zijin-mining-group-co-ltd-h" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:6358:1" rel="noopener">Zijin Mining Group Co Ltd H (2899 HK)</a> and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/china-shenhua-energy-co-h" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:382:1" rel="noopener">China Shenhua Energy Co H (1088 HK)</a> have lagged but their stories are interesting and should regain momentum.</li>
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With the HSI surging 21.2% since 24 Sep and many stocks have even doubled, the strategy in the HK and China markets will move to chase the laggards.
Among the underperforming HSI constituents, China Resources Power (836 HK) and China Mobile (941 HK) are the better candidates to pick up performance. 
For HSCEI, Zijin Mining Group Co Ltd H (2899 HK) and China Shenhua Energy Co H (1088 HK) have lagged but their stories are interesting and should regain momentum.


Listed Real Estate Asia, KT Capital Group

Jacob Cheng

Listed Real Estate Asia

KT Capital Group

Principal investments and advisory firm that focuses on connecting the CIS countries with East Asia.

Principal investments and advisory firm

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<li>The wait is finally over.  The Fed delivered a 50bps rate cut in September meeting, kick- starting a new rate cut cycle</li>
<li>The rate cut is an absolute game changer for Hong Kong real estate.  Physical market will recover with lower mortgage rate and companies will enjoy lower borrow rate</li>
<li>With the macro backdrop in US and China, Hong Kong is well positioned for as strong re-rating with mega catalysts ahead – Buy HK real estate, especially SHKP and NWD</li>
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The wait is finally over.  The Fed delivered a 50bps rate cut in September meeting, kick- starting a new rate cut cycle
The rate cut is an absolute game changer for Hong Kong real estate.  Physical market will recover with lower mortgage rate and companies will enjoy lower borrow rate
With the macro backdrop in US and China, Hong Kong is well positioned for as strong re-rating with mega catalysts ahead – Buy HK real estate, especially SHKP and NWD


HK RE Series (4) With Macro Backdrop in US & China, HK Is Positioned for a Strong Rerating, Buy Now!

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<li>HK Property stocks are up 4-5% today.   We think the tide has turned for HK real estate.  As discussed, we identify HK to benefit if Fed starts a rate-cut cycle</li>
<li>Powell’s speech at Jackson Hole meeting confirmed the change of monetary policy and will start a rate cut cycle.  Despite fundamental issues remain for HK, market is forward-looking</li>
<li>A buy in HK RE names will be a good value trade for next 6-12 months and we discuss potential trade ideas</li>
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HK Property stocks are up 4-5% today.   We think the tide has turned for HK real estate.  As discussed, we identify HK to benefit if Fed starts a rate-cut cycle
Powell’s speech at Jackson Hole meeting confirmed the change of monetary policy and will start a rate cut cycle.  Despite fundamental issues remain for HK, market is forward-looking
A buy in HK RE names will be a good value trade for next 6-12 months and we discuss potential trade ideas


Short Note: The Tide Has Turned for Hong Kong Real Estate

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<li>Jackson Hole is annual event among central bankers and economists, where Fed Chair Powell will also be speaking on Friday</li>
<li>In the scenario of a new Fed rate cut cycle, we expect Hong Kong RE, China RE and Singapore RE to benefit, while investors can reduce exposure in Japan RE</li>
<li>We also recommend some trade ideas based on our analysis and suggest specific stocks</li>
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Jackson Hole is annual event among central bankers and economists, where Fed Chair Powell will also be speaking on Friday
In the scenario of a new Fed rate cut cycle, we expect Hong Kong RE, China RE and Singapore RE to benefit, while investors can reduce exposure in Japan RE
We also recommend some trade ideas based on our analysis and suggest specific stocks


A Scenario Analysis: If Fed Initiates a Rate Cut Cycle, How Should Investors Position Themselves?

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<li>We look at the global macro themes that are impacting the equity market including the US election, the Fed and China's latest rate cut</li>
<li>We also look at the latest condition in Hong Kong, including the rates, the economy and the physical RE market</li>
<li>HK RE stocks continue to trade at compelling valuation, but fund flows are needed if we want a re-rating</li>
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We look at the global macro themes that are impacting the equity market including the US election, the Fed and China's latest rate cut
We also look at the latest condition in Hong Kong, including the rates, the economy and the physical RE market
HK RE stocks continue to trade at compelling valuation, but fund flows are needed if we want a re-rating


HK RE Series (3): Global Macro Starts to Turn More Supportive, Stock Valuation Is Compelling

Hong Kong

Link REIT is Asia's largest real estate investment trust, managing a diversified portfolio of retail facilities, car parks, offices, and logistics assets across Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland, Australia, Singapore, and the UK. The company was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Hong Kong.

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China & HK Strategy: What to Grab?

​Hong Kong and China markets are seeing a surge, prompting a shift towards chasing underperforming stocks like CR Power and China Mobile in HSI,...

Osbert Tang, CFA

HK RE Series (4) With Macro Backdrop in US & China, HK Is Positioned for a Strong Rerating, Buy Now!

Under the Fed's rate cut in US and huge economic stimulus in China, we think Hong Kong is well positioned for a rerating. Real estate will benefit...

Jacob Cheng

Short Note: The Tide Has Turned for Hong Kong Real Estate

After Powell's speech, we think the tide has finally turned for Hong Kong real estate. HK property will benefit from a new rate cut cycle. We...

Jacob Cheng

A Scenario Analysis: If Fed Initiates a Rate Cut Cycle, How Should Investors Position Themselves?

We conducted a scenario analysis on Asia real estate if Fed is to initiate a new rate cut cycle. Within Asia, we expect Hong Kong, China and...

Jacob Cheng

HK RE Series (3): Global Macro Starts to Turn More Supportive, Stock Valuation Is Compelling

In this update, we explored the macro themes, including US presidential election, the Fed and China's rate cut and their impact on HK RE stocks. We...

Jacob Cheng

Hong Kong and China markets are seeing a surge, prompting a shift towards chasing underperforming stocks like CR Power and China Mobile in HSI,...