IPOs and Catalysts/Events, Global Equity Research Ltd

Arun George

IPOs and Catalysts/Events

Uncompromised, Independent, Conflict-Free Research

Global Equity Research Ltd

Global Equity Research was started in 2017 by a group of experienced research professionals. It was founded on a passionate belief in the importance and the need for uncompromised, independent, conflict-free research. We aim to provide differentiated and actionable primary and bottom up fundamental research.

Event-Driven

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<li>The <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/clearview-wealth-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:19733:1" rel="noopener">Clearview Wealth (CVW AU)</a> IE considers <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/zurich-insurance-group-ag-6200ef7e-59a6-4d82-87df-6dfcaec68274" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:27910:1" rel="noopener">Zurich Insurance Group (ZURN SW)</a>’s scheme offer of A$0.65 fair and reasonable, as it falls within its valuation range of A$0.625 to A$0.764.</li>
<li>The offer is arguably light, as the implied P/EV multiple is at a discount relative to precedent transactions and peers. </li>
<li>However, the scheme vote is low risk due to Crescent Capital’s support. At the last close and for a 20 August payment, the gross/annualised spread is 1.6%/9.6%. </li>
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The Clearview Wealth (CVW AU) IE considers Zurich Insurance Group (ZURN SW)’s scheme offer of A$0.65 fair and reasonable, as it falls within its valuation range of A$0.625 to A$0.764.
The offer is arguably light, as the implied P/EV multiple is at a discount relative to precedent transactions and peers. 
However, the scheme vote is low risk due to Crescent Capital’s support. At the last close and for a 20 August payment, the gross/annualised spread is 1.6%/9.6%. 


ClearView Wealth (CVW AU): Scheme Vote on 27 July

Asia Pac ECM and Index Rebal, Shenton Research

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Asia Pac ECM and Index Rebal

Asia Pac IPO & Placement Research, China Biotech

DZT Research

DZT Research is an independent Asia Pacific equity specialist. Our quantitative research covers index rebalancing flows, alongside exchange data analytics accross Asia Pacific. On the equity capital markets side, we focus on Asia Pacific ECM, especially biotech and TMT. Our lead analyst is frequently cited by international media.

Quantitative Analysis

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<li>We analyzed the changes in short interest of ASX Stocks as of May 22nd (reported today). The aggregated short interest was USD44.0bn.</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 Suncorp, BHP, Computershare, Northern Star Resources, Wesfarmers.</li>
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We analyzed the changes in short interest of ASX Stocks as of May 22nd (reported today). The aggregated short interest was USD44.0bn.
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 Suncorp, BHP, Computershare, Northern Star Resources, Wesfarmers.


ASX Short Interest Weekly (May 22nd): Suncorp, BHP, Computershare, Northern Star Resources

Derivatives and Quantitative Strategist

Gaudenz Schneider

Equity Bottom-Up

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance / Equity Bottom-Up

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance (IPRU IN)

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Context: This Insight follows up on previously highlighted relative value opportunities, using a statistical methodology based on mean-reversion to identify opportunities in paired securities.</li>
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Highlights: Currently 18 pair trade opportunities persist across four markets and seven sectors.
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Why read: Statistical analysis offers a unique perspective on relative value. Gain insights into actionable statistical pair trade opportunities and monitor performance of previously highlighted pairs.</li>
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Context: This Insight follows up on previously highlighted relative value opportunities, using a statistical methodology based on mean-reversion to identify opportunities in paired securities.

Highlights: Currently 18 pair trade opportunities persist across four markets and seven sectors.


Why read: Statistical analysis offers a unique perspective on relative value. Gain insights into actionable statistical pair trade opportunities and monitor performance of previously highlighted pairs.


Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (25 May 2026)

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Context: This Insight follows up on previously highlighted relative value opportunities, using a statistical methodology based on mean-reversion to identify opportunities in paired securities.</li>
<li>
Highlights: Currently 15 pair trade opportunities persist across four markets and seven sectors.
</li>
<li>
Why read: Statistical analysis offers a unique perspective on relative value. Gain insights into actionable statistical pair trade opportunities and monitor performance of previously highlighted pairs.</li>
</ul>



Context: This Insight follows up on previously highlighted relative value opportunities, using a statistical methodology based on mean-reversion to identify opportunities in paired securities.

Highlights: Currently 15 pair trade opportunities persist across four markets and seven sectors.


Why read: Statistical analysis offers a unique perspective on relative value. Gain insights into actionable statistical pair trade opportunities and monitor performance of previously highlighted pairs.


Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (18 May 2026)

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<li>We analyzed the changes in short interest of ASX Stocks as of May 8th (reported today). The aggregated short interest was USD45.2bn.</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 BHP, Telstra, National Australia Bank, Wesfarmers, Capricorn Metals.</li>
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We analyzed the changes in short interest of ASX Stocks as of May 8th (reported today). The aggregated short interest was USD45.2bn.
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 BHP, Telstra, National Australia Bank, Wesfarmers, Capricorn Metals.


ASX Short Interest Weekly (May 8th): BHP, Telstra, National Australia Bank, Wesfarmers

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ClearView Wealth (CVW AU): Scheme Vote on 27 July

The offer is arguably light, as the implied P/EV multiple is at a discount relative to precedent transactions and peers. However, the scheme vote...

Arun George

ASX Short Interest Weekly (May 22nd): Suncorp, BHP, Computershare, Northern Star Resources

We analyzed ASX short interest report for the past week and highlight short interest changes in Suncorp, BHP, Computershare, Northern Star...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (25 May 2026)

Discover 18 pair trade opportunities across four markets and seven sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (18 May 2026)

Discover 15 pair trade opportunities across four markets and seven sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

ASX Short Interest Weekly (May 8th): BHP, Telstra, National Australia Bank, Wesfarmers

We analyzed ASX short interest report for the past week and highlight short interest changes in BHP, Telstra, National Australia Bank, Wesfarmers,...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

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ClearView Wealth (CVW AU): Scheme Vote on 27 July

The offer is arguably light, as the implied P/EV multiple is at a discount relative to precedent transactions and peers. However, the scheme vote...

Arun George

ASX Short Interest Weekly (May 22nd): Suncorp, BHP, Computershare, Northern Star Resources

We analyzed ASX short interest report for the past week and highlight short interest changes in Suncorp, BHP, Computershare, Northern Star...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (25 May 2026)

​Discover 18 pair trade opportunities across four markets and seven sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

Relative Value Opportunities in Asia-Pac, Pair Trade Roundup (18 May 2026)

​Discover 15 pair trade opportunities across four markets and seven sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Gaudenz Schneider

ASX Short Interest Weekly (May 8th): BHP, Telstra, National Australia Bank, Wesfarmers

We analyzed ASX short interest report for the past week and highlight short interest changes in BHP, Telstra, National Australia Bank, Wesfarmers,...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Discover 18 pair trade opportunities across four markets and seven sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.

Discover 15 pair trade opportunities across four markets and seven sectors using statistical mean-reversion methodology for actionable insights.