Asian Equities Analyst, Logistics & Transport, Tracking Traffic

Daniel Hellberg

Asian Equities Analyst, Logistics & Transport

Tracking Traffic

Focusing on Asian logistics, transportation, and travel companies

Equity Capital Markets

J&T Global Express  / Equity Capital Markets

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<li>In this insight, we examine <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/j-t-global-express-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:36819:1" rel="noopener">J&amp;T Global Express (1936374D CH)</a>'s operation in SE Asia, where it's the region's dominant player, with market share of 22.5% by volume </li>
<li>We profile SE Asian demand and supply and compare these to the development of China's express industry, acknowledging the key role <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/alibaba-group-holding-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:787:1" rel="noopener">Alibaba (ADR) (BABA US)</a> has played there</li>
<li>We also present a framework for estimating the value of J&amp;T's SE Asian operation by identifying the most appropriate comps and EV valuation multiples</li>
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In this insight, we examine J&amp;T Global Express (1936374D CH)'s operation in SE Asia, where it's the region's dominant player, with market share of 22.5% by volume 
We profile SE Asian demand and supply and compare these to the development of China's express industry, acknowledging the key role Alibaba (ADR) (BABA US) has played there
We also present a framework for estimating the value of J&amp;T's SE Asian operation by identifying the most appropriate comps and EV valuation multiples


J&T Global Express Pre-IPO, Part 2: SE Asia Operation | Demand, Supply Profiles | Valuation Approach

ASEAN Insight Provider, CrossASEAN Research

Angus Mackintosh

ASEAN 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. 

Insights across South East Asia

Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>The ironically named warung-tech segment in Indonesia has seen a recent spate of layoffs by a number of key players, as the path to profitability becomes the key focus. </li>
<li>One company that stands out as a potential beneficiary is <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/bukalapak" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:33575:1" rel="noopener">Bukalapak</a>, which is already the dominant player in this space through its Mitra business, especially outside Tier 1 cities. </li>
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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/bukalapak" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:33575:1" rel="noopener">Bukalapak</a> saw some dramatic improvements in both take rates and contribution margins in 3Q2022, with more to come in 4Q2022 and beyond, from both its Mitra and Specialty store segments.</li>
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The ironically named warung-tech segment in Indonesia has seen a recent spate of layoffs by a number of key players, as the path to profitability becomes the key focus. 
One company that stands out as a potential beneficiary is Bukalapak, which is already the dominant player in this space through its Mitra business, especially outside Tier 1 cities. 

Bukalapak saw some dramatic improvements in both take rates and contribution margins in 3Q2022, with more to come in 4Q2022 and beyond, from both its Mitra and Specialty store segments.


Bukalapak (BUKA IJ) - Opportunity from Adversity

Research from Tech in Asia, Tech in Asia

Tech in Asia

Research from Tech in Asia

Tech in Asia (YC W15) is the largest English-language technology media company that focuses on Asia. From the latest news to the hottest trends and the boldest startups to the strongest titans, we cover everything tech in the region. Our goal is to build and serve Asia’s tech and startup community.

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<ul><li>Southeast Asia’s digital economy is poised to hit US$200 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV) in 2022 – three years earlier than predicted.</li><li>Over the past three years, 100 million users have come online in Southeast Asia, with the region housing over 460 million internet users.</li><li>However, the report stated that after years of acceleration and growth, digital players are more concerned about deepening engagement with current consumers rather than acquiring new ones.</li></ul>

Southeast Asia’s digital economy is poised to hit US$200 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV) in 2022 – three years earlier than predicted.Over the past three years, 100 million users have come online in Southeast Asia, with the region housing over 460 million internet users.However, the report stated that after years of acceleration and growth, digital players are more concerned about deepening engagement with current consumers rather than acquiring new ones.

SEA Digital Economy to Grow in 2022 Despite Headwinds: Report

Matahari Department Store / Equity Bottom-Up

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/pt-matahari-department-store" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:5230:1" rel="noopener">Matahari Department Store (LPPF IJ)</a> reports another positive set of results confirming the success of its ongoing transformation with the promise of an even stronger quarter ahead.</li>
<li>Footwear and menswear continued to lead but womenswear, cosmetics, and babywear were also strong, with private labels Nevada Sports, Nevada Denim, Coles, and New Connections booking vibrant sales.</li>
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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/pt-matahari-department-store" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:5230:1" rel="noopener">Matahari Department Stores</a> omnichannel initiatives are bearing fruit with another marketplace soon to come on stream whilst store opening and renovations will accelerate 2H2022, helping to drive growth.</li>
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Matahari Department Store (LPPF IJ) reports another positive set of results confirming the success of its ongoing transformation with the promise of an even stronger quarter ahead.
Footwear and menswear continued to lead but womenswear, cosmetics, and babywear were also strong, with private labels Nevada Sports, Nevada Denim, Coles, and New Connections booking vibrant sales.

Matahari Department Stores omnichannel initiatives are bearing fruit with another marketplace soon to come on stream whilst store opening and renovations will accelerate 2H2022, helping to drive growth.


Matahari Department Store (LPPF IJ) - New Boots and Pants

<ul><li>SeaMoney (a unit of Sea Group) and GoTo overtook Grab in the fintech space among ASEAN countries in 2021 primarily because the latter does not have an ecommerce entity</li><li>The report noted that the growth in fintech revenue in the region was driven by Indonesia. Overall financial inclusion in the region, however, is still low compared to China and the US</li><li>But categories such as digital banking and e-wallets present a huge opportunity to Southeast Asian super app players</li></ul>

SeaMoney (a unit of Sea Group) and GoTo overtook Grab in the fintech space among ASEAN countries in 2021 primarily because the latter does not have an ecommerce entityThe report noted that the growth in fintech revenue in the region was driven by Indonesia. Overall financial inclusion in the region, however, is still low compared to China and the USBut categories such as digital banking and e-wallets present a huge opportunity to Southeast Asian super app players

Sea, GoTo Overtook Grab in ASEAN Fintech Space 2021, Says Report

Indonesia

Tokopedia PT provides e-commerce services. The Company owns and operates an online e-commerce platform that allows individuals and small-to-mid-sized business owners to start their online stores.

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J&T Global Express Pre-IPO, Part 2: SE Asia Operation | Demand, Supply Profiles | Valuation Approach

We're pulling this insight out of the archives in light of J&T's updated filing and its decision to begin pushing forward with its IPO in Hong Kong...

Tracking Traffic

Bukalapak (BUKA IJ) - Opportunity from Adversity

Bukalapak saw some dramatic improvements in both take rates and contribution margins in 3Q2022, with more to come in 4Q2022 and beyond, from both...

Angus Mackintosh

SEA Digital Economy to Grow in 2022 Despite Headwinds: Report

Southeast Asia’s digital economy is poised to hit US$200 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV) in 2022 – three years earlier than predicted.

Tech in Asia

Matahari Department Store (LPPF IJ) - New Boots and Pants

Matahari Department Store reported another positive set of results confirming the success of its ongoing transformation with the promise of an even...

Angus Mackintosh

Sea, GoTo Overtook Grab in ASEAN Fintech Space 2021, Says Report

SeaMoney (a unit of Sea Group) and GoTo overtook Grab in the fintech space among ASEAN countries in 2021 primarily because the latter does not...

Tech in Asia

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