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Daily Brief Health Care: Porton Pharma Solutions, Vigonvita Life Sciences, SeaStar Medical Holding , MapLight Therapeutics, Wing Tai Holdings, Genmab A/S, Integris Medtech Limited, Fujian Wanchen Biotechnology Group and more

By | Daily Briefs, Healthcare

In today’s briefing:

  • Quiddity Leaderboard CSI Medical Dec25: New Expected DEL Due to Liquidity; US$345mn One-Way
  • Vigonvita Life Sciences (旺山旺水) Pre-IPO: Window Dressing
  • Seastar Medical Holding Corp (ICU) – Friday, Jul 25, 2025
  • MapLight Therapeutics Inc. (MPLT): Oversubscribed Neuroscience IPO Launches with a Bright Start
  • Real Estate Directors Continue to Build Interests
  • Primer: Genmab A/S (GEN DC) – Oct 2025
  • Integris Medtech Limited Pre-IPO Tearsheet
  • Pre-IPO Fujian Wanchen Biotechnology Group – The Business Model, Peer Comparison, and the Outlook


Quiddity Leaderboard CSI Medical Dec25: New Expected DEL Due to Liquidity; US$345mn One-Way

By Janaghan Jeyakumar, CFA

  • CSI Medical Service represents the top 50 largest and most-liquid stocks involved in medical devices, medical care, medical informatization, and other medical theme from the Shanghai, Shenzhen and Beijing Exchanges.
  • In this insight, we have presented our final expectations for ADDs and DELs for the upcoming semiannual index rebal event in December 2025.
  • We expect up to six ADDs and six DELs for the CSI Medical Service index during this index review event based on the latest available data.

Vigonvita Life Sciences (旺山旺水) Pre-IPO: Window Dressing

By Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

  • Vigonvita is looking to raise at least US$100 million via a Hong Kong listing. The book runner is CITIC.
  • The company filed its post-hearing prospectus and dropped VV116, the commercialized COVID-19 anti-viral drug, from its key asset list.
  • In this note, we look at changes between filings and recent company and market updates.

Seastar Medical Holding Corp (ICU) – Friday, Jul 25, 2025

By Value Investors Club (VIC)

Key points (machine generated)

  • SeaStar Medical is developing the Selective Cytopheretic Device (SCD) to treat critically ill patients with hyperinflammation.
  • The SCD has received FDA approval for pediatric acute kidney injury and is expected to generate interim data from its adult trial by late Q3 next year.
  • The company currently has $10 million in cash but may need to raise additional funds for growth and to support its adult trial.

This article is sourced from an online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. This article was originally published 3 months ago on Value Investors Club.


MapLight Therapeutics Inc. (MPLT): Oversubscribed Neuroscience IPO Launches with a Bright Start

By IPO Boutique

  • MapLight Therapeutics Inc. (MPLT) priced 14.75 million shares at $17.00 and opened at $19.00, marking an initial gain of 11.7% on first trade.
  • The offering included a $40 million anchor order from T. Rowe Price and a $8.1 million concurrent private placement led by Goldman Sachs.
  • Channel checks indicate the deal was multiple times oversubscribed, with strong participation from long-only mutual funds and high-quality healthcare specialists.

Real Estate Directors Continue to Build Interests

By Geoff Howie

  • Institutions were net buyers of Singapore stocks with a S$57 million inflow, reversing a previous S$167 million outflow.
  • Eleven companies conducted share buybacks totaling S$13.6 million; United Overseas Bank led with 300,000 shares at S$34.57.
  • CapitaLand India Trust’s 3Q 2025 update is due Oct 31; recent divestments aim to enhance financial flexibility.

Primer: Genmab A/S (GEN DC) – Oct 2025

By αSK

  • Genmab is a leader in the antibody therapeutics space, underpinned by its innovative and proprietary technology platforms (DuoBody®, HexaBody®) that have yielded a portfolio of approved, revenue-generating products and a deep clinical pipeline.
  • The company’s hybrid business model, which combines in-house development with strategic, high-value partnerships with major pharmaceutical companies like AbbVie, Pfizer, and Janssen, diversifies risk and provides significant, recurring royalty and milestone revenue.
  • Future growth is contingent on the continued success of key partnered products like DARZALEX, the successful commercialization of new therapies such as Epkinly and Tivdak, and the progression of its extensive oncology-focused pipeline.

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Integris Medtech Limited Pre-IPO Tearsheet

By Hong Jie Seow

  • Integris Medtech Limited (1234518D IN) is looking to raise about US$340m in its upcoming India IPO. The deal will be run by ICICI, Axis, Citi and IIFL.
  • Integris Medtech Limited is a diversified India-based global MedTech company engaged in the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of medical devices and laboratory solutions.
  • The Lab Solutions segment provides laboratory and clinical diagnostic products across hospitals and industrial labs. The Cardiovascular segment focuses on interventional cardiology devices used treatments of coronary artery disease.

Pre-IPO Fujian Wanchen Biotechnology Group – The Business Model, Peer Comparison, and the Outlook

By Xinyao (Criss) Wang

  • The core of WANCHEN’s business model is to build a virtuous cycle system based on economies of scale. However, the pain point is large scale but low profit margin.
  • WANCHEN would maintain high-speed growth throughout 2025, but the growth rate will gradually slow down. Our forecast is revenue YoY growth from 2025 to 2027 is 80%, 40%, 25%, respectively.
  • WANCHEN’s peer is BUSY MING, but they have different investment logic and growth story. Which company has a higher valuation largely depends on which narrative logic the capital market favors.  

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Daily Brief Industrials: Nidec Corp, Sany Heavy Industry, Westinghouse Electric Company, Honeywell International, Kosaido, United Tractors, CTR Holdings, Delek US Holdings and more

By | Daily Briefs, Industrials

In today’s briefing:

  • Nikkei 225 Index Rebalance: 🚨Ibiden (4062 JP) To Replace Nidec (6594 JP) 🚨
  • SANY Heavy Industry H Share Listing (6031 HK): Trading Debut
  • Sany Heavy Industries A/H Trading – Strong Insti, Weak Retail. Pricing Still Tight
  • A Special Cross Asset Morning Update: Nidec, Ibiden, and BoJ This Week
  • Westinghouse Is Dominating the Rail Tech Game—How Its Global Strategy Is Paying Off!
  • Honeywell International (Nasdaq: HON) To Spin-Off Solstice on October 30
  • Primer: Kosaido (7868 JP) – Oct 2025
  • United Tractors (PUTKY) – Saturday, Jul 26, 2025
  • Primer: CTR Holdings (1416 HK) – Oct 2025
  • Delek Us Holdings Inc (DK) – Sunday, Jul 27, 2025


Nikkei 225 Index Rebalance: 🚨Ibiden (4062 JP) To Replace Nidec (6594 JP) 🚨

By Brian Freitas


SANY Heavy Industry H Share Listing (6031 HK): Trading Debut

By Arun George


Sany Heavy Industries A/H Trading – Strong Insti, Weak Retail. Pricing Still Tight

By Sumeet Singh

  • Sany Heavy Industry (600031 CH), raised around US$2.0bn in its H-share listing.
  • Sany Heavy Industry was the world’s third largest and China’s largest construction machinery company in terms of construction machinery’s cumulative revenue from 2020 to 2024, according to Frost & Sullivan.
  • We have looked at the past performance and valuation in our previous note. In this note, we talk about the trading dynamics.

A Special Cross Asset Morning Update: Nidec, Ibiden, and BoJ This Week

By Jay Cameron

  • Japanese markets are seeing significant developments, including Nikkei 225 rebalancing with Nidec’s removal due to alert and Ibiden’s addition, impacting tracking funds, delta one trading strategies, and investors with position.
  • The BoJ’s cautious normalization path continues to shape the JGB curve, with a notable steepening in the long end affecting asset-liability management.
  • We detail the trades and execution of the trade idea, which may require special attention this week especially on the rebalance.

Westinghouse Is Dominating the Rail Tech Game—How Its Global Strategy Is Paying Off!

By Baptista Research

  • Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation (Wabtec) reported strong financial results for the third quarter of 2025, showcasing significant growth in various operational metrics and continued strategic progress.
  • The company’s performance was characterized by an 8% increase in sales compared to the previous year, reaching $2.9 billion.
  • Both the Freight and Transit segments contributed to this growth, bolstered by the acquisition of Inspection Technologies at the beginning of the quarter.

Honeywell International (Nasdaq: HON) To Spin-Off Solstice on October 30

By Garvit Bhandari

  • Honeywell will complete the tax-free spin-off of its Advanced Materials division as Solstice Advanced Materials Inc. (Nasdaq: SOLS) on October 30, 2025.
  • We value HON(ex-SOLS) at $228/share on a SOTP basis. We value Solstice at $60/share based on 10.9× FY2026E EBITDA of $1.0B, implying ~31% upside to the when-issued price of $45.75
  • SOLS has greater upside potential at current levels. Given its smaller market capitalization, index rebalancing flows post-listing could trigger near-term technical selling pressure, which may provide even better entry point.

Primer: Kosaido (7868 JP) – Oct 2025

By αSK

  • Kosaido is undergoing a significant business transformation, shifting its focus from the mature printing industry to high-growth areas, particularly the funeral services and asset consulting businesses. This strategic pivot is driven by Japan’s aging population, which presents a substantial market opportunity for end-of-life services.
  • The Funeral Services segment, operated through its subsidiary Tokyo Hakuzen, is the primary growth engine. Holding a dominant market share of cremations in Tokyo’s 23 wards, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on the increasing mortality rate. Expansion of funeral hall capacity is a key pillar of their growth strategy.
  • While the legacy Information (printing) and Human Resources segments face challenges, management is focused on cost optimization and a return to profitability. The nascent Asset Consulting business, which provides inheritance-related services, is a promising high-margin venture that leverages synergies with the funeral business.

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United Tractors (PUTKY) – Saturday, Jul 26, 2025

By Value Investors Club (VIC)

Key points (machine generated)

  • United Tractors, founded in 1972 and listed in 1991, is Indonesia’s largest heavy equipment distributor with exclusive rights for brands like Komatsu and Scania.
  • The company provides sales, parts, assembly, and repair services, and has diversified into mining and renewable energy sectors.
  • Its subsidiary PAMA leads in mining services, while United Tractors manages coal and gold mining assets and invests in renewable energy projects.

This article is sourced from an online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. This article was originally published 3 months ago on Value Investors Club.


Primer: CTR Holdings (1416 HK) – Oct 2025

By αSK

  • CTR Holdings is a Singapore-based contractor specializing in structural engineering and wet architectural works, primarily serving public and private sector projects in Singapore.
  • The company has demonstrated remarkable revenue and net income growth over the past three years, however, this has been accompanied by significant margin compression and a declining stock price.
  • While the forward outlook for the construction sector in its key markets shows moderate growth, the industry is characterized by intense competition, rising costs, and sensitivity to economic cycles, posing significant risks to sustained profitability.

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Delek Us Holdings Inc (DK) – Sunday, Jul 27, 2025

By Value Investors Club (VIC)

Key points (machine generated)

  • Delek owns 34.1 million units of DKL, representing 64% of its shares, below the threshold for a tax-free spin-off.
  • The refineries are valued at approximately $505 million, with projected mid-cycle EBITDA of $455.1 million.
  • Delek’s share price has potential for significant upside, with a favorable 3.5x risk-reward ratio as earnings improvements are expected.

This article is sourced from an online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. This article was originally published 3 months ago on Value Investors Club.


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Daily Brief Industrials: Nidec Corp, Sany Heavy Industry, Westinghouse Electric Company, Honeywell International, Kosaido, United Tractors, CTR Holdings, Delek US Holdings and more

By | Daily Briefs, Industrials

In today’s briefing:

  • Nikkei 225 Index Rebalance: 🚨Ibiden (4062 JP) To Replace Nidec (6594 JP) 🚨
  • SANY Heavy Industry H Share Listing (6031 HK): Trading Debut
  • Sany Heavy Industries A/H Trading – Strong Insti, Weak Retail. Pricing Still Tight
  • A Special Cross Asset Morning Update: Nidec, Ibiden, and BoJ This Week
  • Westinghouse Is Dominating the Rail Tech Game—How Its Global Strategy Is Paying Off!
  • Honeywell International (Nasdaq: HON) To Spin-Off Solstice on October 30
  • Primer: Kosaido (7868 JP) – Oct 2025
  • United Tractors (PUTKY) – Saturday, Jul 26, 2025
  • Primer: CTR Holdings (1416 HK) – Oct 2025
  • Delek Us Holdings Inc (DK) – Sunday, Jul 27, 2025


Nikkei 225 Index Rebalance: 🚨Ibiden (4062 JP) To Replace Nidec (6594 JP) 🚨

By Brian Freitas


SANY Heavy Industry H Share Listing (6031 HK): Trading Debut

By Arun George


Sany Heavy Industries A/H Trading – Strong Insti, Weak Retail. Pricing Still Tight

By Sumeet Singh

  • Sany Heavy Industry (600031 CH), raised around US$2.0bn in its H-share listing.
  • Sany Heavy Industry was the world’s third largest and China’s largest construction machinery company in terms of construction machinery’s cumulative revenue from 2020 to 2024, according to Frost & Sullivan.
  • We have looked at the past performance and valuation in our previous note. In this note, we talk about the trading dynamics.

A Special Cross Asset Morning Update: Nidec, Ibiden, and BoJ This Week

By Jay Cameron

  • Japanese markets are seeing significant developments, including Nikkei 225 rebalancing with Nidec’s removal due to alert and Ibiden’s addition, impacting tracking funds, delta one trading strategies, and investors with position.
  • The BoJ’s cautious normalization path continues to shape the JGB curve, with a notable steepening in the long end affecting asset-liability management.
  • We detail the trades and execution of the trade idea, which may require special attention this week especially on the rebalance.

Westinghouse Is Dominating the Rail Tech Game—How Its Global Strategy Is Paying Off!

By Baptista Research

  • Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation (Wabtec) reported strong financial results for the third quarter of 2025, showcasing significant growth in various operational metrics and continued strategic progress.
  • The company’s performance was characterized by an 8% increase in sales compared to the previous year, reaching $2.9 billion.
  • Both the Freight and Transit segments contributed to this growth, bolstered by the acquisition of Inspection Technologies at the beginning of the quarter.

Honeywell International (Nasdaq: HON) To Spin-Off Solstice on October 30

By Garvit Bhandari

  • Honeywell will complete the tax-free spin-off of its Advanced Materials division as Solstice Advanced Materials Inc. (Nasdaq: SOLS) on October 30, 2025.
  • We value HON(ex-SOLS) at $228/share on a SOTP basis. We value Solstice at $60/share based on 10.9× FY2026E EBITDA of $1.0B, implying ~31% upside to the when-issued price of $45.75
  • SOLS has greater upside potential at current levels. Given its smaller market capitalization, index rebalancing flows post-listing could trigger near-term technical selling pressure, which may provide even better entry point.

Primer: Kosaido (7868 JP) – Oct 2025

By αSK

  • Kosaido is undergoing a significant business transformation, shifting its focus from the mature printing industry to high-growth areas, particularly the funeral services and asset consulting businesses. This strategic pivot is driven by Japan’s aging population, which presents a substantial market opportunity for end-of-life services.
  • The Funeral Services segment, operated through its subsidiary Tokyo Hakuzen, is the primary growth engine. Holding a dominant market share of cremations in Tokyo’s 23 wards, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on the increasing mortality rate. Expansion of funeral hall capacity is a key pillar of their growth strategy.
  • While the legacy Information (printing) and Human Resources segments face challenges, management is focused on cost optimization and a return to profitability. The nascent Asset Consulting business, which provides inheritance-related services, is a promising high-margin venture that leverages synergies with the funeral business.

This content is AI-generated and displayed for general informational purposes only. Please verify independently before use.


United Tractors (PUTKY) – Saturday, Jul 26, 2025

By Value Investors Club (VIC)

Key points (machine generated)

  • United Tractors, founded in 1972 and listed in 1991, is Indonesia’s largest heavy equipment distributor with exclusive rights for brands like Komatsu and Scania.
  • The company provides sales, parts, assembly, and repair services, and has diversified into mining and renewable energy sectors.
  • Its subsidiary PAMA leads in mining services, while United Tractors manages coal and gold mining assets and invests in renewable energy projects.

This article is sourced from an online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. This article was originally published 3 months ago on Value Investors Club.


Primer: CTR Holdings (1416 HK) – Oct 2025

By αSK

  • CTR Holdings is a Singapore-based contractor specializing in structural engineering and wet architectural works, primarily serving public and private sector projects in Singapore.
  • The company has demonstrated remarkable revenue and net income growth over the past three years, however, this has been accompanied by significant margin compression and a declining stock price.
  • While the forward outlook for the construction sector in its key markets shows moderate growth, the industry is characterized by intense competition, rising costs, and sensitivity to economic cycles, posing significant risks to sustained profitability.

This content is AI-generated and displayed for general informational purposes only. Please verify independently before use.


Delek Us Holdings Inc (DK) – Sunday, Jul 27, 2025

By Value Investors Club (VIC)

Key points (machine generated)

  • Delek owns 34.1 million units of DKL, representing 64% of its shares, below the threshold for a tax-free spin-off.
  • The refineries are valued at approximately $505 million, with projected mid-cycle EBITDA of $455.1 million.
  • Delek’s share price has potential for significant upside, with a favorable 3.5x risk-reward ratio as earnings improvements are expected.

This article is sourced from an online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. This article was originally published 3 months ago on Value Investors Club.


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Daily Brief TMT/Internet: Ibiden Co Ltd, Intel Corp, Tencent, Dassault Systemes , Mininglamp Technology, Cig Shanghai, Euronet Worldwide, ASML Holding NV, CoreWeave, CompoSecure and more

By | Daily Briefs, TMT/Internet

In today’s briefing:

  • [Japan Special] Ibiden (4062) Replaces Nidec (6594) In Nikkei 225 on Accounting – A VERY BIG DEAL
  • Intel: You’re Buying Hopes of a Better 2027
  • Tencent Holdings Ltd (TCTZF) – Friday, Jul 25, 2025
  • Dassault Systèmes Inside: How Its Generative AI & Token Models Could Reshape the Industry?
  • Mininglamp Technology IPO: Inflection into Profitability but Priced at a Steep Premium
  • CIG Shanghai IPO Trading: Tight Premium but Strong Insti Demand
  • SSOI Podcast: Colin King and I Discuss NATL, AMVO, and SOLS
  • Asml Holding Nv (ASML) – Sunday, Jul 27, 2025
  • CoreWeave Inc (CRWV): Six Month Summary: AI Hyperscaler that Re-Priced the IPO Playbook
  • CompoSecure: Heavy Metal – [Business Breakdowns, EP.232]


[Japan Special] Ibiden (4062) Replaces Nidec (6594) In Nikkei 225 on Accounting – A VERY BIG DEAL

By Travis Lundy

  • In June, Nidec Corp (6594 JP) announced they would delay the release of their yuho for three months because of an internal investigation into NIDEC FIR INTERNATIONAL (Italy).
  • In September they launched a special committee. Shares fell 22%. Last Thursday, the company cancelled its interim dividend. Today, the JPX designated Nidec as Security on Special Alert.
  • This is a VERY BIG DEAL. Nikkei225 deletes Nidec 5-Nov-2025, replaced by Ibiden Co Ltd (4062 JP) (PAF 1.0x). Designation also triggers TOPIX deletion for Nidec, likely on 30 October. 

Intel: You’re Buying Hopes of a Better 2027

By Nicolas Baratte

  • 3Q beat on margins, is it price hikes or inventory? Growth comes from PC, not Data Center. 18A high enough yields driving a margins recovery is for 2027.
  • Unspecified ASIC and AI “new” strategy but the details in the conf call point strongly to x86 as the core.
  • The stock is very expensive, ie the market bets on a swift and sharp recovery. Lots of room for disappointment.

Tencent Holdings Ltd (TCTZF) – Friday, Jul 25, 2025

By Value Investors Club (VIC)

Key points (machine generated)

  • Tencent has 1.4 billion users on Weixin/WeChat, establishing it as a leading digital platform.
  • The company is positioned to enhance monetization through AI integration across its services.
  • Despite its strengths, Tencent’s core business is undervalued, trading at 14 times the consensus 2026 earnings per share.

This article is sourced from an online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. This article was originally published 3 months ago on Value Investors Club.


Dassault Systèmes Inside: How Its Generative AI & Token Models Could Reshape the Industry?

By Baptista Research

  • Dassault Systèmes reported its financial performance for the third quarter of 2025, revealing nuanced outcomes with both positive and negative aspects.
  • The overarching theme of the report was the company’s focus on driving top-line growth and margin expansion, enabled by the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
  • This platform is pivotal in the company’s transition towards subscription-based and recurring revenue models, which are currently experiencing a notable 16% growth in subscriptions this quarter.

Mininglamp Technology IPO: Inflection into Profitability but Priced at a Steep Premium

By Hong Jie Seow

  • Mininglamp Technology (1912140D HK) is looking to raise US$131m in its Hong Kong IPO.
  • Mininglamp Technology (formerly known as Leading Smart Holdings), is a data intelligence software provider in China, specializing in transforming enterprises’ marketing and operational decision-making through large model driven analytics.
  • In this note, we will talk about the company’s past performances and valuations.

CIG Shanghai IPO Trading: Tight Premium but Strong Insti Demand

By Nicholas Tan

  • Cig Shanghai (603083 CH) , telecommunications equipment company, is looking to raise up to US$594m in its upcoming Hong Kong IPO.
  • CIG was founded in 2005, and is a provider of critical infrastructure components for the development of AI.
  • We have covered various aspects of the deal in our previous note. In this note, we will talk about the demand and trading dynamics.

SSOI Podcast: Colin King and I Discuss NATL, AMVO, and SOLS

By Richard Howe

During this episode of SSOI podcast, I spoke with Colin King of Circle City Capital. Colin runs Value Don’t Lie where he shares his highest conviction ideas. In this episode, Colin and I discuss NCR Atleos Corporation (NATL), Aumovio SE (AMVO), and Solstice (SOLS).


Asml Holding Nv (ASML) – Sunday, Jul 27, 2025

By Value Investors Club (VIC)

Key points (machine generated)

  • ASML is the only company producing EUV lithography machines for advanced chip fabrication under 7 nanometers.
  • The EUV technology involves a complex process using molten tin droplets and lasers to create plasma for radiation.
  • ASML has a 100% market share in EUV systems and over 90% in leading-edge DUV tools, after 30 years of development.

This article is sourced from an online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. This article was originally published 3 months ago on Value Investors Club.


CoreWeave Inc (CRWV): Six Month Summary: AI Hyperscaler that Re-Priced the IPO Playbook

By IPO Boutique

  • CoreWeave priced a downsized IPO — 37.5 million shares at $40.00 — well below the marketed $47–$55 range.
  • He debut was muted (opened at ~$39 and closed at the $40 IPO price), but the stock ripped higher in the weeks that followed and peaked at $187 in June.
  • By late October CoreWeave ranked among the top performing 2025 IPOs, sitting behind Circle Internet Group and Karman Holdings in aftermarket returns.

CompoSecure: Heavy Metal – [Business Breakdowns, EP.232]

By Business Breakdowns

  • Portrait Research offers qualitative attributes to help identify businesses
  • Portrait customizes research report generation to assist with framing conversations
  • Portrait provides intelligent thesis monitoring by assessing thousands of data points each day for valuable insights

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Most Read: Nidec Corp, Tsuruha Holdings, Ibiden Co Ltd, Rio Tinto , Seres Group , Kasumigaseki Capital, Ashimori Industry, Lenskart Solutions, LG Chem Ltd, Hyundai Motor and more

By | Daily Briefs, Most Read

In today’s briefing:

  • Nikkei 225 Index Rebalance: 🚨Ibiden (4062 JP) To Replace Nidec (6594 JP) 🚨
  • Tsuruha (3391 JP)/Welcia (3141 JP): Index Promotion & Passive Flows Likely Priced In
  • [Japan Special] Ibiden (4062) Replaces Nidec (6594) In Nikkei 225 on Accounting – A VERY BIG DEAL
  • Solactive Global Lithium Index Rebalance: Two Adds and Capping Changes
  • Seres (9927 HK): Index Inclusion Timeline for a Max Offering of US$2.2bn; Big Discount to A-Shares
  • [Japan Offering] Kasumigaseki Capital (3498 JP) – BIG Primary for Big Plans
  • [Japan M&A/Activism] Ashimori Industry (3526 JP) Minimum Lower, May Be a Tough Call
  • Lenskart IPO: Earliest Index Inclusion in June
  • LG Chem (051910 KS): Palliser Targets Steep NAV Discount
  • Running Through the Context Behind Chatter of HMC Rolling Out a Pref‑tilted First‑leg Buyback


Nikkei 225 Index Rebalance: 🚨Ibiden (4062 JP) To Replace Nidec (6594 JP) 🚨

By Brian Freitas


Tsuruha (3391 JP)/Welcia (3141 JP): Index Promotion & Passive Flows Likely Priced In

By Brian Freitas


[Japan Special] Ibiden (4062) Replaces Nidec (6594) In Nikkei 225 on Accounting – A VERY BIG DEAL

By Travis Lundy

  • In June, Nidec Corp (6594 JP) announced they would delay the release of their yuho for three months because of an internal investigation into NIDEC FIR INTERNATIONAL (Italy).
  • In September they launched a special committee. Shares fell 22%. Last Thursday, the company cancelled its interim dividend. Today, the JPX designated Nidec as Security on Special Alert.
  • This is a VERY BIG DEAL. Nikkei225 deletes Nidec 5-Nov-2025, replaced by Ibiden Co Ltd (4062 JP) (PAF 1.0x). Designation also triggers TOPIX deletion for Nidec, likely on 30 October. 

Solactive Global Lithium Index Rebalance: Two Adds and Capping Changes

By Brian Freitas

  • Solactive has announced the review results for the Global Lithium Index. There are two additions for the index and there will also be capping changes for some stocks.
  • Estimated one-way turnover is 26.3% and will result in a round-trip trade of US$813m. There are some stocks with over 0.5x ADV to trade.
  • The index has broken out of the secular downtrend, but investors continue to redeem units from the ETFs tracking the index.

Seres (9927 HK): Index Inclusion Timeline for a Max Offering of US$2.2bn; Big Discount to A-Shares

By Brian Freitas

  • Seres Group (601127 CH) could raise up to HK$17.4bn (US$2.24bn) in its H-share listing if the Offer Size Adjustment Option and the Overallotment Option are both exercised.
  • There is a big allocation to cornerstone investors that is locked up for 6 months. That eliminates the already small possibility of Fast Entry inclusion to global indexes.
  • Seres (9927 HK) should be added to Southbound Stock Connect from the open of trading on 1 December following the end of the Price Stabilisation period.

[Japan Offering] Kasumigaseki Capital (3498 JP) – BIG Primary for Big Plans

By Travis Lundy

  • On Friday, Kasumigaseki Capital (3498 JP) announced Aug-25 earnings and a combination ¥45-50bn primary+secondary offering worth 5.3mm shares, 6x ADV, and a float increase of 37%. Shares fell 15% today.
  • 2yrs ago they did a large offering. It went well. They’d had a ridiculous plan to grow OP 6x from ¥3.5bn to ¥20bn in 2yrs to Aug-26. Then by Aug-25. 
  • They got to ¥8.5bn in Aug-24 and now ¥18.9bn in Aug-25 and now guide to ¥26.5bn in Aug-26 (the original plan having been ¥20bn). 

[Japan M&A/Activism] Ashimori Industry (3526 JP) Minimum Lower, May Be a Tough Call

By Travis Lundy

  • In August, Toyoda Gosei (7282 JP) announced a deal for Ashimori Industry (3526 JP) at 1.000x book value after writedowns. That was not a coincidence.
  • The takeover is cheap for what it is. No synergies were counted. But it wasn’t truly offensive. MURAKAMI Takateru aimed an activist broadside, bought 19.73% across four entities. Then stopped. 
  • The Bidder lowered the Tender Offer Minimum from 2.3081mm shares (38.29%) to 1.8001mm shares (29.86%). Shares dropped. As of 24-Sep, 2,111,226 shares had been tendered. This looks done. Maybe. 

Lenskart IPO: Earliest Index Inclusion in June

By Brian Freitas

  • Lenskart Solutions (0370405Z IN) is looking to list on the exchanges by selling 181.05m shares via a primary and secondary offering to raise US$829m at a valuation of US$7.95bn.
  • The price band has been set at INR 382-402/share, and the issue is likely to price at the top end of the range.
  • The stock will not get Fast Entry to global indices. Inclusion at regular rebalances will commence in June 2026 but flow will be small given the low float.

LG Chem (051910 KS): Palliser Targets Steep NAV Discount

By David Blennerhassett

  • Last week, London-based activist Palliser Capital tapped LG Chem (051910 KS) to remedy its NAV market discount. Palliser also said it now holds a little over 1% in LG Chem.
  • LG Chem’s large NAV discount is well known. It has been present since ~82%-held LG Energy Solution (373220 KS) (LGES) was listed in January 2022. 
  • An obvious solution is to pare down the LGES stake, and buy back shares. Yet the discount remains as the market views management as being (stubbornly) set in their ways.

Running Through the Context Behind Chatter of HMC Rolling Out a Pref‑tilted First‑leg Buyback

By Sanghyun Park

  • HMC buyback ~₩0.8–1.0tn (~1.5% SO). Street focus is ord/pref split, with prefs at ~25% discount. Mgmt urgency: lift equity value as K‑market rallies.
  • Narrowing the pref gap seen as the cleanest lever—shareholder‑friendly signal, draws real money/offshore flows, de‑risks policy optics—so locals expect the first buyback leg skewed to prefs.
  • Street sees HMC aiming mid‑teens pref discount via year‑end pref‑heavy buyback and dividend tax reform. Catalysts make narrowing trend look achievable.

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Daily Brief Financials: Kasumigaseki Capital, Nikkei 225, JPY, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Insignia Financial, Dollar Index, Karrat, Anabuki Kosan, Shizuoka Bank, Seazen (Formerly Future Land) and more

By | Daily Briefs, Financials

In today’s briefing:

  • Kasumigaseki Capital Placement: Primary Offering for Ambitious Expansion Plans
  • Nikkei 225 (NKY) Outlook After Surprise Nov 5 Rebalance
  • Global FX: Japan focus, US/China, PMIs, Fed/ECB
  • CBA, ANZ, Westpac, NAB: Volatility Runs High Ahead of Imminent Catalysts
  • Primer: Insignia Financial (IFL AU) – Oct 2025
  • Why The World Started Hedging Its US Dollar Exposure
  • My Pet Hooligans: Unlocking Players with Web3 and AI
  • Primer: Anabuki Kosan (8928 JP) – Oct 2025
  • Primer: Shizuoka Bank (8355 JP) – Oct 2025
  • Lucror Analytics – Morning Views Asia


Kasumigaseki Capital Placement: Primary Offering for Ambitious Expansion Plans

By Nicholas Tan

  • Kasumigaseki Capital (3498 JP), is looking to raise US$250m in a primary placement.
  • The purpose is for financing of its medium-term management plan phase 2 which includes strengthening KC’s domestic hotel, logistics and healthcare businesses, and for expansions abroad (Dubai, US).
  • In this note, we will talk about the placement and run the deal through our ECM framework.

Nikkei 225 (NKY) Outlook After Surprise Nov 5 Rebalance

By Nico Rosti

  • As reported by Brian Freitas, the JPX on Oct 27 suddenly announced that Nidec Corp (6594 JP) would be deleted from the Nikkei 225 and replaced by Ibiden (4062 JP).
  • The date  of replacement is November 5, the Nikkei will experience passive flows, in this insight we want to have a look at the possible moves caused by this catalyst.
  • At the moment the index is overbought, according to our models.

Global FX: Japan focus, US/China, PMIs, Fed/ECB

By At Any Rate

  • FX and gold oil ratio have decoupled this year, leading to low volatility and focus on US data, exogenous shocks, and geopolitics in FX trading.
  • Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi delivered a speech on economic policy, focusing on fiscal measures and debt reduction, without mentioning monetary or FX policy.
  • Despite interventionist stance of Takaichi and Finance Minister Katayama, it is unlikely they will strongly intervene in BOJ policy, with expectations of a rate hike next week due to economic and market developments.

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CBA, ANZ, Westpac, NAB: Volatility Runs High Ahead of Imminent Catalysts

By Gaudenz Schneider

  • Context: Volatility cones provide a straightforward framework to evaluate whether options are trading cheap or rich. This Insight provides volatility analysis for the S&P/ASX 200 and ten prominent Australian stocks.
  • Highlights: Implied volatility across Australia’s major banks remains rich ahead of earnings and the RBA decision.
  • Why Read: Spot opportunities, assess regime shifts, and manage risk effectively — volatility cones turn complex data into actionable insights for traders and investors.

Primer: Insignia Financial (IFL AU) – Oct 2025

By αSK

  • Insignia Financial is in the midst of a significant transformation, focusing on simplification, cost reduction, and integration following the acquisition of MLC Wealth. The successful separation from NAB’s systems is a major milestone, expected to unlock cost synergies and operational efficiencies.
  • Financial performance has been volatile, with a return to profitability in the most recent year after a significant loss. However, long-term trends in net income and EPS are negative, and the dividend has been suspended, reflecting the ongoing challenges and restructuring costs.
  • The company’s forward strategy hinges on leveraging its scale to become a leading, efficient wealth manager by 2030, targeting substantial cost savings and driving growth through its four key business lines: Advice, Wrap, Master Trust, and Asset Management. Execution on this complex strategy remains the key risk and opportunity.

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Why The World Started Hedging Its US Dollar Exposure

By Odd Lots

  • Verizon Business offers a new My biz plan with customizable mobile options starting at $25 per line
  • Odd Thoughts podcast discusses big market stories, including the fall of the dollar, rise in gold prices, and enthusiasm for AI in the stock market
  • Hyun Sung Shin of the Bank for International Settlements discusses the unusual market trends of the year and their implications.

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My Pet Hooligans: Unlocking Players with Web3 and AI

By Animoca Brands Research

  • AMGI Studios combines animation expertise with gaming technology to explore new entertainment formats.
  • Its first title, My Pet Hooligan (MPH), is a multiplayer shooter with open-world gameplay, tokenized assets, and on-chain progression.
  • To expand its audience, AMGI leverages Web3 and AI. Web3 features like $KARRAT tokens, NFTs, and an on-chain marketplace attract blockchain-native players and reward engagement, while Studio Chain is designed to support fast, scalable, and secure transactions.

Primer: Anabuki Kosan (8928 JP) – Oct 2025

By αSK

  • Anabuki Kosan is a diversified real estate company with a strong foothold in regional Japanese markets, primarily involved in condominium development, sales, and property management. The company’s integrated model provides a stable revenue base, though it faces challenges from declining profitability and highly volatile cash flows.
  • The company’s shares appear attractively valued, trading at low price-to-earnings and price-to-book multiples. This is supported by a high Smartkarma Value score of 5/5, suggesting a significant discount to its intrinsic value.
  • Despite steady long-term revenue growth, recent financial performance shows signs of stress, including negative net income in several recent quarters and deeply negative operating and free cash flows. This indicates potential operational inefficiencies or challenging market conditions impacting profitability and liquidity.

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Primer: Shizuoka Bank (8355 JP) – Oct 2025

By αSK

  • Dominant Regional Franchise with Strong Capitalization: Shizuoka Bank is one of Japan’s largest and most respected regional banks, boasting a commanding market share in its home prefecture of Shizuoka. Its credit ratings are among the highest for any Japanese financial institution, reflecting a strong capital base and sound asset quality.
  • Poised to Benefit from Monetary Policy Normalization: After years of margin compression from the Bank of Japan’s (BOJ) ultra-low interest rate policies, the recent shift towards normalization presents a significant tailwind. Higher interest rates are expected to improve net interest margins (NIMs), a key driver of profitability for the banking sector.
  • Structural Headwinds and Competitive Pressures Remain: The bank faces long-term challenges from Japan’s demographic trends, including a shrinking and aging population in its core operating region, which dampens loan demand. Competition is also intensifying from larger “megabanks,”other regional players, and non-bank financial institutions.

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Lucror Analytics – Morning Views Asia

By Leonard Law, CFA

  • In today’s Morning Views publication we comment on developments of the following high yield issuers: Seazen Group, Meituan
  • UST yields ended little changed on Friday, after unwinding declines earlier in the day following the weaker than projected CPI data. The UST curve marginally twisted steeper, with the yield on the 2Y UST down 1 bp to 3.48%, while that on the 10Y UST was unchanged at 4.00%. Equities advanced, as the soft CPI data affirmed market expectations for further Fed easing.
  • The S&P 500 rose 0.8% to 6,792, and the Nasdaq climbed 1.1% to 23,205. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Sunday that the US has worked out a framework agreement with China.

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Daily Brief Consumer: Ashimori Industry, Hyundai Motor , WeRide, Seres Group , Seres Group, Comcast Corp Class A, Evolution, Hermes International, Eternal and more

By | Consumer, Daily Briefs

In today’s briefing:

  • [Japan M&A/Activism] Ashimori Industry (3526 JP) Minimum Lower, May Be a Tough Call
  • Running Through the Context Behind Chatter of HMC Rolling Out a Pref‑tilted First‑leg Buyback
  • WeRide HK Listing: The Investment Case
  • Seres Group A/H IPO Pricing – Thoughts on Valuations
  • Seres Group H Share Listing (9927 HK): Valuation Insights
  • Seres Group Hong Kong IPO Preview
  • Comcast (Nasdaq: CMCSA) To Spin-Off Versant: SOTP Favors the Breakup
  • Dialogue. Evolution 3Q25, Negative Revenue Growth, More Asia Issues
  • Hermès International’s Expansion Spree: How It’s Winning Over High-Value Shoppers!
  • Eternal: Blinkit Leads Scale-Up as Inventory Model Lifts Margins


[Japan M&A/Activism] Ashimori Industry (3526 JP) Minimum Lower, May Be a Tough Call

By Travis Lundy

  • In August, Toyoda Gosei (7282 JP) announced a deal for Ashimori Industry (3526 JP) at 1.000x book value after writedowns. That was not a coincidence.
  • The takeover is cheap for what it is. No synergies were counted. But it wasn’t truly offensive. MURAKAMI Takateru aimed an activist broadside, bought 19.73% across four entities. Then stopped. 
  • The Bidder lowered the Tender Offer Minimum from 2.3081mm shares (38.29%) to 1.8001mm shares (29.86%). Shares dropped. As of 24-Sep, 2,111,226 shares had been tendered. This looks done. Maybe. 

Running Through the Context Behind Chatter of HMC Rolling Out a Pref‑tilted First‑leg Buyback

By Sanghyun Park

  • HMC buyback ~₩0.8–1.0tn (~1.5% SO). Street focus is ord/pref split, with prefs at ~25% discount. Mgmt urgency: lift equity value as K‑market rallies.
  • Narrowing the pref gap seen as the cleanest lever—shareholder‑friendly signal, draws real money/offshore flows, de‑risks policy optics—so locals expect the first buyback leg skewed to prefs.
  • Street sees HMC aiming mid‑teens pref discount via year‑end pref‑heavy buyback and dividend tax reform. Catalysts make narrowing trend look achievable.

WeRide HK Listing: The Investment Case

By Arun George

  • WeRide (WRD US), a provider of autonomous driving products and services, is seeking to raise between US$350 million through an HKEx listing.    
  • It was listed on the Nasdaq on 25 October 2024, raising US$120 million at US$15.50 per ADS. Since listing, the shares are down 31%.
  • The investment case centres around accelerating revenue growth, progress towards mass commercialisation and valuation in line with historical averages. However, the path to profitability remains uncertain.

Seres Group A/H IPO Pricing – Thoughts on Valuations

By Sumeet Singh

  • Seres Group (601127 CH), a Chinese NEV manufacturer, aims to raise around US$1.7bn in its H-share listing.
  • Seres Group (SG) is principally engaged in the research and development, manufacturing, sales and services of new energy vehicles (NEV) as well as core NEV components.
  • We have looked at the past performance and likely A/H premium in our previous note. In this note, we talk about the IPO pricing.

Seres Group H Share Listing (9927 HK): Valuation Insights

By Arun George


Seres Group Hong Kong IPO Preview

By Douglas Kim

  • Seres Group is getting ready to complete its IPO on the Hong Kong exchange in the coming weeks that could raise about US$1.7 billion.
  • At the high end of the IPO price range of HK$131.50 per share, Seres would have a market capitalization of nearly HK$215 billion (about $27.6 billion).
  • Seres Group is one of the largest new-energy vehicle makers in China. There are 22 cornerstone investors that have committed to purchase approximately 49% of the offer.

Comcast (Nasdaq: CMCSA) To Spin-Off Versant: SOTP Favors the Breakup

By Garvit Bhandari

  • Comcast’s planned spin-off of Versant Media creates two sharper investment profiles – broadband and infrastructure (Comcast ex-Versant) versus content and networks (Versant) – enabling clearer strategic focus and capital discipline.
  • Post-Spin, Comcast retains $117B revenue and 30% margins, while Versant will have $7B media portfolio with 40% EBITDA margins.
  • Our sum-of-the-parts (SOTP) valuation assigns 6.0× to Comcast and 8.4× to Versant, implying combined equity value of $146.5B, or $39 per share.

Dialogue. Evolution 3Q25, Negative Revenue Growth, More Asia Issues

By The Synopsis

  • Playtech was revealed to be funding negative research against Evolution, impacting their credibility
  • Evolution saw a 7% drop in stock after announcing continued revenue decline, particularly in Asia
  • Investor expectations for Evolution have shifted from growth stock to deep value territory due to stock performance and revenue contraction

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Hermès International’s Expansion Spree: How It’s Winning Over High-Value Shoppers!

By Baptista Research

  • Hermès International reported its financial performance for the first half of 2025, showcasing solid growth amidst a challenging global landscape.
  • The company’s sales reached €8 billion, marking an 8% increase at constant exchange rates, highlighting the robust demand for Hermès products across all regions.
  • Despite a fluctuating economic context, the strength and exclusivity of its artisanal model remain key drivers of its success.

Eternal: Blinkit Leads Scale-Up as Inventory Model Lifts Margins

By Sudarshan Bhandari

  • Eternal Ltd’s Q2FY26 revenue surged 183% YoY to INR 135B, driven by Blinkit’s shift to an owned-inventory quick commerce model, a major operational transformation.
  • The new model boosts revenue and gross margins but pressures profits amid higher marketing costs, dark store expansion, and increased working capital needs.
  • Eternal is prioritizing scale over near-term profits, investing heavily to strengthen its long-term leadership in Q-commerce and digital retail.

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Daily Brief Australia: Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Insignia Financial, Fenix Resources , Aureka Limited, Psc Insurance and more

By | Australia, Daily Briefs

In today’s briefing:

  • CBA, ANZ, Westpac, NAB: Volatility Runs High Ahead of Imminent Catalysts
  • Primer: Insignia Financial (IFL AU) – Oct 2025
  • Fenix Resources (FEX AU): Still A Double At Least Despite >100% Rally
  • Aureka Limited – Drilling Results Highlight Potential Upside
  • Primer: Psc Insurance (PSI AU) – Oct 2025


CBA, ANZ, Westpac, NAB: Volatility Runs High Ahead of Imminent Catalysts

By Gaudenz Schneider

  • Context: Volatility cones provide a straightforward framework to evaluate whether options are trading cheap or rich. This Insight provides volatility analysis for the S&P/ASX 200 and ten prominent Australian stocks.
  • Highlights: Implied volatility across Australia’s major banks remains rich ahead of earnings and the RBA decision.
  • Why Read: Spot opportunities, assess regime shifts, and manage risk effectively — volatility cones turn complex data into actionable insights for traders and investors.

Primer: Insignia Financial (IFL AU) – Oct 2025

By αSK

  • Insignia Financial is in the midst of a significant transformation, focusing on simplification, cost reduction, and integration following the acquisition of MLC Wealth. The successful separation from NAB’s systems is a major milestone, expected to unlock cost synergies and operational efficiencies.
  • Financial performance has been volatile, with a return to profitability in the most recent year after a significant loss. However, long-term trends in net income and EPS are negative, and the dividend has been suspended, reflecting the ongoing challenges and restructuring costs.
  • The company’s forward strategy hinges on leveraging its scale to become a leading, efficient wealth manager by 2030, targeting substantial cost savings and driving growth through its four key business lines: Advice, Wrap, Master Trust, and Asset Management. Execution on this complex strategy remains the key risk and opportunity.

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Fenix Resources (FEX AU): Still A Double At Least Despite >100% Rally

By Sameer Taneja

  • Fenix Resources (FEX AU) has now rallied 110% ytd. Despite its recent rally, it still trades at 6.3x PE and 2.6x EV-EBITDA. 
  • The company churned out 43.9 mn AUD (176 mn annualized ~2.1x OCF) of operating cash flow in Q1 FY26, even though its third mine was still not fully ramped up.  
  • We see quarterly cashflows in the vicinity of 55-58 mn AUD (220-230 mn AUD annually or 1.6x OCF) with its third mine Beebyn W11 fully ramped up. 

Aureka Limited – Drilling Results Highlight Potential Upside

By Research as a Service (RaaS)

  • Aureka Limited (ASX:AKA) is a junior gold exploration company with four projects across key current and historical gold-producing regions in the state of Victoria, Australia.
  • AKA provided two exploration updates last week covering the ongoing drilling at the Irvine project with results showing the potential for high-grade gold and extensions to the existing resource under a refreshed approach to exploration.
  • These results demonstrate the potential for resource extensions and significant high-grade zones at the Resolution deposit.

Primer: Psc Insurance (PSI AU) – Oct 2025

By αSK

  • PSC Insurance Group is a diversified insurance intermediary with a strong track record of growth through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, operating primarily in Australia, the UK, New Zealand, and Hong Kong.
  • The company was recently acquired by The Ardonagh Group, a global insurance broking powerhouse, in a landmark A$2.3 billion transaction. This is expected to significantly enhance PSC’s scale, global reach, and competitive positioning.
  • PSC’s business model is focused on providing a wide range of insurance broking and underwriting agency services to small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) and corporate clients, generating revenue primarily from commissions and fees.

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Daily Brief South Korea: LG Chem Ltd, Hyundai Motor , Posco Future M, Intops Co Ltd, Woori Technology and more

By | Daily Briefs, South Korea

In today’s briefing:

  • LG Chem (051910 KS): Palliser Targets Steep NAV Discount
  • Running Through the Context Behind Chatter of HMC Rolling Out a Pref‑tilted First‑leg Buyback
  • Primer: Posco Future M (003670 KS) – Oct 2025
  • Primer: Intops Co Ltd (049070 KS) – Oct 2025
  • Primer: Woori Technology (032820 KS) – Oct 2025


LG Chem (051910 KS): Palliser Targets Steep NAV Discount

By David Blennerhassett

  • Last week, London-based activist Palliser Capital tapped LG Chem (051910 KS) to remedy its NAV market discount. Palliser also said it now holds a little over 1% in LG Chem.
  • LG Chem’s large NAV discount is well known. It has been present since ~82%-held LG Energy Solution (373220 KS) (LGES) was listed in January 2022. 
  • An obvious solution is to pare down the LGES stake, and buy back shares. Yet the discount remains as the market views management as being (stubbornly) set in their ways.

Running Through the Context Behind Chatter of HMC Rolling Out a Pref‑tilted First‑leg Buyback

By Sanghyun Park

  • HMC buyback ~₩0.8–1.0tn (~1.5% SO). Street focus is ord/pref split, with prefs at ~25% discount. Mgmt urgency: lift equity value as K‑market rallies.
  • Narrowing the pref gap seen as the cleanest lever—shareholder‑friendly signal, draws real money/offshore flows, de‑risks policy optics—so locals expect the first buyback leg skewed to prefs.
  • Street sees HMC aiming mid‑teens pref discount via year‑end pref‑heavy buyback and dividend tax reform. Catalysts make narrowing trend look achievable.

Primer: Posco Future M (003670 KS) – Oct 2025

By αSK

  • Posco Future M is uniquely positioned in the electric vehicle (EV) battery materials market as South Korea’s only producer of both cathode and anode materials, providing a comprehensive solution to battery manufacturers.
  • The company is aggressively expanding its production capacity with a target of producing 1 million tons of cathode materials and 370,000 tons of anodes by 2030, supported by significant long-term supply agreements with major battery makers like Samsung SDI and LG Energy Solution.
  • While demonstrating strong top-line growth, the company faces challenges from intense competition, particularly from Chinese rivals in the anode market, and is focused on vertical integration and cost reduction to maintain its competitive edge.

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Primer: Intops Co Ltd (049070 KS) – Oct 2025

By αSK

  • Intops is undergoing a significant strategic pivot from its declining legacy business of manufacturing smartphone components, primarily for Samsung, to the high-growth potential robotics sector.
  • Financial performance has deteriorated significantly in the last three years, with sharp declines in revenue, profitability, and cash flow, reflecting the challenges in the global smartphone market and high customer concentration.
  • The company’s valuation appears attractive on a price-to-book basis, but this is counterbalanced by high uncertainty surrounding the successful execution and future profitability of its new robotics venture.

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Primer: Woori Technology (032820 KS) – Oct 2025

By αSK

  • Woori Technology is a key supplier of critical control systems to South Korea’s nuclear power industry, a sector poised for growth due to a favorable shift in government policy. The current administration has reversed a nuclear phase-out plan, now targeting nuclear power to supply at least 30% of the nation’s electricity by 2030 and aiming to export 10 nuclear plants.
  • The company has diversified its operations into the defense, railway, and renewable energy sectors, reducing its sole reliance on the nuclear industry. Its defense business supplies components for military vehicles, while its railway division focuses on high-safety control systems.
  • Despite strong long-term revenue growth, the company faces significant profitability challenges and negative free cash flow. Recent financial performance shows a sharp decline in net income and margins, coupled with consistently negative free cash flow over the past decade, raising concerns about its financial stability and cash generation capabilities.

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Daily Brief Singapore: CTR Holdings, First REIT, Wing Tai Holdings and more

By | Daily Briefs, Singapore

In today’s briefing:

  • Primer: CTR Holdings (1416 HK) – Oct 2025
  • REIT Watch – Q3 reporting season kicks off with growth in distributions for S-REITs
  • Real Estate Directors Continue to Build Interests


Primer: CTR Holdings (1416 HK) – Oct 2025

By αSK

  • CTR Holdings is a Singapore-based contractor specializing in structural engineering and wet architectural works, primarily serving public and private sector projects in Singapore.
  • The company has demonstrated remarkable revenue and net income growth over the past three years, however, this has been accompanied by significant margin compression and a declining stock price.
  • While the forward outlook for the construction sector in its key markets shows moderate growth, the industry is characterized by intense competition, rising costs, and sensitivity to economic cycles, posing significant risks to sustained profitability.

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REIT Watch – Q3 reporting season kicks off with growth in distributions for S-REITs

By Geoff Howie

  • Six S-REITs reported growth in distributable income due to higher gross revenue, net property income, and decreased borrowing costs.
  • Digital Core REIT and Keppel DC REIT saw significant increases in NPI and distributable income, driven by acquisitions and demand.
  • Frasers Centrepoint Trust, Suntec REIT, and OUE REIT reported improved DPU, supported by stronger operational performance and lower financing costs.

Real Estate Directors Continue to Build Interests

By Geoff Howie

  • Institutions were net buyers of Singapore stocks with a S$57 million inflow, reversing a previous S$167 million outflow.
  • Eleven companies conducted share buybacks totaling S$13.6 million; United Overseas Bank led with 300,000 shares at S$34.57.
  • CapitaLand India Trust’s 3Q 2025 update is due Oct 31; recent divestments aim to enhance financial flexibility.

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