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

Thematic (Sector/Industry)

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<li>We think Singapore REITs are positioned for a re-rating on the back of multiple catalysts: interest rate decline, accelerated M&amp;A and recovery in physical real estate market</li>
<li>3M SORA has declined sharply from 3.034% in January to 1.32% in November.  The steep decline in rates will boost earnings and result in more favorable REIT valuations</li>
<li>The physical market in Singapore is also recovering, especially in the office and residential market.  We think CICT, FCT, and UOL are well positioned to benefit from this cycle</li>
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We think Singapore REITs are positioned for a re-rating on the back of multiple catalysts: interest rate decline, accelerated M&amp;A and recovery in physical real estate market
3M SORA has declined sharply from 3.034% in January to 1.32% in November.  The steep decline in rates will boost earnings and result in more favorable REIT valuations
The physical market in Singapore is also recovering, especially in the office and residential market.  We think CICT, FCT, and UOL are well positioned to benefit from this cycle


LONG Singapore REITs: Capturing the Yield Compression Cycle and Asset Recycling Renaissance

Pan-Asia Catalysts/Events, Quiddity Advisors

David Blennerhassett

Pan-Asia Catalysts/Events

Quiddity Advisors

Event-Driven

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<strong><a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/haw-par-corp-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:9898:1" rel="noopener">Haw Par Corp (HPAR SP)</a></strong>'s discount to NAV has narrowed to a multi-year low; and the implied stub and simple ratio (HPAR/UOB) are similarly elevated. Shares are, however, pretty illiquid. </li>
<li>Preceding my comments on Haw Par - and <strong><a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/singapore-land-group-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:12891:1" rel="noopener">Singapore Land Group (SPLG SP)</a></strong> - are the current setup/unwind tables for Asia-Pacific Holdcos.</li>
<li>These relationships trade with a minimum liquidity of US$1mn, and a % market capitalisation &gt;20%.</li>
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Haw Par Corp (HPAR SP)'s discount to NAV has narrowed to a multi-year low; and the implied stub and simple ratio (HPAR/UOB) are similarly elevated. Shares are, however, pretty illiquid. 
Preceding my comments on Haw Par - and Singapore Land Group (SPLG SP) - are the current setup/unwind tables for Asia-Pacific Holdcos.
These relationships trade with a minimum liquidity of US$1mn, and a % market capitalisation &gt;20%.


Equity Analyst - Asia Consumer Sector, Investory

Devi Subhakesan

Equity Analyst - Asia Consumer Sector

ASIA CONSUMER: INSIGHTS AND INVESTMENT IDEAS

Investory

Investory is a Singapore-based boutique independent equity research firm founded in January 2017 with a primary focus on consumption themes across Asia-Pacific.

We aim to generate investible ideas based on consumption trends and outlook. We screen our ideas on several parameters - product potential, long-term growth and management commitment being the most critical.  We follow a fundamental analysis approach in our stock selection process and are not restricted by market cap.

We aspire to grow into a leading source of unbiased research, free of conflict of interest, for investors yearning for independent and disciplined analysis. 

We also undertake bespoke research mandates to support our Institutional clients’ investment needs.

Our team comprises of professionals with extensive experience in the Asian equity markets, in areas ranging from research, servicing institutional clients and investment management.

Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>
<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/haw-par-corp-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:9898:1" rel="noopener">Haw Par Corp (HPAR SP)</a>  announced a special dividend of S$1.00 per share for 2024, alongside its regular S$0.40 dividend.</li>
<li>Investors have long pushed for higher payouts and special dividends, given the company’s strong cash reserves and free cash flow.</li>
<li>Based on our analysis of its financials, Haw Par could sustainably raise its regular dividend to S$1.00 per share without tapping into reserves.</li>
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Haw Par Corp (HPAR SP)  announced a special dividend of S$1.00 per share for 2024, alongside its regular S$0.40 dividend.
Investors have long pushed for higher payouts and special dividends, given the company’s strong cash reserves and free cash flow.
Based on our analysis of its financials, Haw Par could sustainably raise its regular dividend to S$1.00 per share without tapping into reserves.


Haw Par Corp (HPAR SP): $1 Special Dividend–Xie Xie, Let's Make It Regular!

Asia Real Estate News Tracker, Asia Real Estate Tracker

Asia Real Estate Tracker

Asia Real Estate News Tracker

Tracking developments across Asia's regional real estate markets

<ul><li>Ares Management has closed a $4 billion logistics fund in Japan, supported by CPPIB.</li><li>Mapletree Investments has raised $500 million as part of a $2.1 billion logistics initiative.</li><li>UOL and CapitaLand are bidding $1.12 billion for a site, while Frasers Property converts a cinema.</li></ul>

Ares Management has closed a $4 billion logistics fund in Japan, supported by CPPIB.Mapletree Investments has raised $500 million as part of a $2.1 billion logistics initiative.UOL and CapitaLand are bidding $1.12 billion for a site, while Frasers Property converts a cinema.

Asia Real Estate Tracker (03-Sep-2026): Ares raises $4B for Japan logistics with CPPIB support.

<ul><li>Frasers has expanded its Orchard Road presence by acquiring an entertainment enclave for $138 million.</li><li>GIC and Equinix are selling Tokyo data centers to Keppel DC REIT for a substantial $1.2 billion.</li><li>KKR and Singtel have completed a $10.9 billion buyout of STT GDC, backed by a $3.9 billion green loan.</li></ul>

Frasers has expanded its Orchard Road presence by acquiring an entertainment enclave for $138 million.GIC and Equinix are selling Tokyo data centers to Keppel DC REIT for a substantial $1.2 billion.KKR and Singtel have completed a $10.9 billion buyout of STT GDC, backed by a $3.9 billion green loan.

Asia Real Estate Tracker (02-Sep-2026): Frasers buys $138M entertainment site on Orchard Road.

Singapore

UOL Group is a leading Singapore-listed property and hospitality company with a diversified portfolio of development and investment properties, hotels, and serviced suites. The company develops residential units, commercial offices, shopping malls, and operates hotels under brands like Pan Pacific and PARKROYAL. UOL Group Limited was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Singapore.

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UOL Group (UOL SP)

LONG Singapore REITs: Capturing the Yield Compression Cycle and Asset Recycling Renaissance

We think Singapore REITs are well positioned for a re-rating, on the back of steep interest rate decline, accelerated M&As and recovery in the...

Jacob Cheng

StubWorld: Haw Par Looking Stretched

The special divi has passed; yet Haw Par's NAV disc. to NAV is now around the narrowest inside a year. At 0.4x P/B, I prefer Singapore Land;...

David Blennerhassett

Haw Par Corp (HPAR SP): $1 Special Dividend–Xie Xie, Let's Make It Regular!

Haw Par’s stock could potentially double if the company raises its regular dividend to S$1.00 per share—a target achievable using solely its...

Devi Subhakesan

Asia Real Estate Tracker (03-Sep-2026): Ares raises $4B for Japan logistics with CPPIB support.

Ares Management closed a $4B logistics fund in Japan, while Mapletree raised $500M; UOL and CapitaLand bid $1.12B for a site, and Frasers Property...

Asia Real Estate Tracker

Asia Real Estate Tracker (02-Sep-2026): Frasers buys $138M entertainment site on Orchard Road.

Frasers expands on Orchard Road for $138M, GIC and Equinix sell Tokyo data centers for $1.2B, and KKR and Singtel finalize a $10.9B buyout of STT GDC.

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