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Daily Brief South Korea: Korea Zinc, Young Poong Precision, DL Holdings Co and more

By | Daily Briefs, South Korea

In today’s briefing:

  • MBK’s Dual Tenders for Korea Zinc and Youngpoong Precision: The Largest Deal Ever in Korea
  • MBK Partners and Jang Family Partner to Control Korea Zinc + Tender Offer of 14.6% of Korea Zinc
  • Tender Offer of 43.4% Stake in Young Poong Precision by MBK
  • KRX Releases November SSFs and SSOs Reshuffle: Here’s the Breakdown


MBK’s Dual Tenders for Korea Zinc and Youngpoong Precision: The Largest Deal Ever in Korea

By Sanghyun Park

  • MBK launches a tender offer to acquire 14.6% of Korea Zinc at ₩660,000 per share, a ₩2T deal with an 18.7% premium. Offer runs from September 13 to October 4.
  • On top of that, MBK’s also rolling out a tender offer for Young Poong Precision at ₩20,000 per share—a hefty 113% premium over yesterday’s close.
  • Spread action is possible if the Choi family counters, driving volatility. The market’s watching for a higher bid, which could create trading opportunities amid rising spread volatility.

MBK Partners and Jang Family Partner to Control Korea Zinc + Tender Offer of 14.6% of Korea Zinc

By Douglas Kim

  • After the market close on 12 September, Maekyung Business Daily reported that MBK Partners will become the largest shareholder of Korea Zinc (010130 KS) along with Young Poong (000670 KS). 
  • MBK Partners, along with Youngpoong and advisor Jang Hyung-jin, also plans to conduct a tender offer of 14.6% stake in Korea Zinc. 
  • The tender offer price for Korea Zinc is 660,000 won per share, which is 18.7% higher than the closing price on 12 September.

Tender Offer of 43.4% Stake in Young Poong Precision by MBK

By Douglas Kim

  • After the market close on 12 September, Hankyung Business Daily reported that MBK Partners plans to conduct a tender offer of 43.43% stake in Young Poong Precision.
  • The tender offer price is 20,000 won per share (113% higher than the closing price on 12 September). 
  • Choi family currently controls Young Poong Precision. MBK plans to secure a controlling stake and obtain voting rights for the 1.85% stake in Korea Zinc held by Young Poong Precision.

KRX Releases November SSFs and SSOs Reshuffle: Here’s the Breakdown

By Sanghyun Park

  • With the November reshuffle, single stock futures rise from 222 to 258 (+36) and single stock options increase from 52 to 58 (+6) across KOSPI 200 and KOSDAQ Global.
  • The main takeaway from this reshuffle is the price impact from a short-term volume spike as market makers jump into newly listed single-stock futures.
  • The volume surge in spot markets for newly listed assets consistently drives positive price impact, most notably right after listing, rather than waiting until contract expiry.

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Daily Brief Singapore: Suntec REIT and more

By | Daily Briefs, Singapore

In today’s briefing:

  • STI Return Above 3,400 Sees Stocks Draw S$760M Net Institutional Inflow


STI Return Above 3,400 Sees Stocks Draw S$760M Net Institutional Inflow

By Geoff Howie

  • During the past 9 sessions, the broader Singapore stock market booked S$763 million of net institutional inflow, reversing over 50% of the net outflow for the year up to Aug 29.
  • Actively traded stocks that booked the highest net institutional inflow proportionate to market cap over the 9 sessions included Seatrium, Sembcorp Industries, SGX, Suntec REIT & ComfortDelGro.
  • Actively Traded Stocks with Highest NIF/ Mkt Cap ratio since Aug 29 Code Mkt Cap S$M 9 Session Px Chg % 9 Session NIF S$M 9 Session NIF/ Mkt Cap YTD ADT S$M YTD NIF S$M Sector.

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Daily Brief Indonesia: China Vanke and more

By | Daily Briefs, Indonesia

In today’s briefing:

  • Morning Views Asia: Adaro Energy, China Vanke , Greentown China


Morning Views Asia: Adaro Energy, China Vanke , Greentown China

By Leonard Law, CFA

Lucror Analytics Morning Views comprise our fundamental credit analysis, opinions and trade recommendations on high yield issuers in the region, based on key company-specific developments in the past 24 hours. Our Morning Views include a section with a brief market commentary, key market indicators and a macroeconomic and corporate event calendar.


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Daily Brief India: Raymond Lifestyle and more

By | Daily Briefs, India

In today’s briefing:

  • Raymond Lifestyle: A Value Play in Ethnic Wear with Special Situation Potential


Raymond Lifestyle: A Value Play in Ethnic Wear with Special Situation Potential

By Nimish Maheshwari

  • Raymond Lifestyle (RAYMONDL IN) recently demerged from Raymond Limited.  Since Raymond Limited was part of various indexes, Raymond Lifestyle was not. Index Fund selling led to a correction.
  • The correction made Raymond Lifestyle a special situation value bet.
  • The cherry on the cake is strong management guidance and a foray into the untapped non branded and unorganized apparel segment

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Daily Brief China: Alibaba Group Holding , China Resources Beverage, Midea Group Co Ltd A, Shuangdeng Group Co Ltd, SUNeVision Holdings, Duality Biotherapeutics, China Vanke and more

By | China, Daily Briefs

In today’s briefing:

  • When Dissenting REALLY Pays Off
  • CR Beverage IPO: The Bear Case
  • Midea Group (300 HK): Priced at Top End; Offer Size Adj Option Exercise Would Ease Index Fast Entry
  • Shuangdeng Group Pre-IPO Tearsheet
  • BUY/SELL/HOLD: Hong Kong Stock Updates (September 12)
  • Duality Biotherapeutics (映恩生物) Pre-IPO: Too Early, Too Ambitious
  • Morning Views Asia: Adaro Energy, China Vanke , Greentown China


When Dissenting REALLY Pays Off

By David Blennerhassett

  • Back in August 2017, Xingxuan Technology, a privately held Cayman Islands company operating in the online food delivery space in China, was transferred by way of a statutory merger. 
  • The buyer was Alibaba Group (9988 HK)-backed Rajax, the key seller, Baidu (9888 HK). The dissenter, having paid US$125mn for its shares, was offered cash/scrip worth an estimated US$42mn.
  • The dissenter considered terms low-balled. The judge agreed. The uplift? 659%.

CR Beverage IPO: The Bear Case

By Arun George

  • China Resources Beverage (CRB HK), China’s largest purified drinking water company, has received HK listing approval for a US$1 billion IPO.
  • In CR Beverage IPO: The Bull Case, we highlighted the key elements of the bull case. In this note, we outline the bear case.
  • The bear case rests on core business’ pricing pressure, a slow pace of revenue diversification, a sizeable pre-IPO dividend, and margin and FCF generation below its key peer. 

Midea Group (300 HK): Priced at Top End; Offer Size Adj Option Exercise Would Ease Index Fast Entry

By Brian Freitas

  • Media reports indicate that Midea Group (000333 CH) has priced its H-shares IPO at HK$54.8/share, the top of the range. That is a 19.85% discount to the A-shares.
  • Reports also indicate that the IPO was oversubscribed multiple times with Hillhouse and GIC putting in large orders. That could result in the Offer Size Adjustment Option being exercised.
  • The exercise of the Offer Size Adjustment Option will take the IPO raise to HK$31bn (US$3.98bn) and index inclusion in some of the larger indices will become a lot easier.

Shuangdeng Group Pre-IPO Tearsheet

By Akshat Shah

  • Shuangdeng Group Co Ltd (JISHUZ CH) is looking to raise about US$150m in its upcoming Hong Kong IPO. The deal will be run by CICC, CCBI and Huatai.
  • Shuangdeng Group Co Ltd is engaged in energy storage business for big-data and telecommunication industries with a focus on design, R&D, manufacturing and sales of energy storage batteries and systems.
  • It was ranked first among global telecom base station and data-center energy storage battery providers in terms of shipment volume, achieving a 10.4% market share in 2023, according to F&S.

BUY/SELL/HOLD: Hong Kong Stock Updates (September 12)

By David Mudd

  • Hong Kong market is range bound with conglomerates showing strength over the last few weeks.  As the CNY/HKD strengthens the A/H premium should narrow.
  • SUNeVision Holdings (1686 HK) reported good results on the back of increased demand driven by the AI sector. 
  • Yum China Holdings (9987 HK),Yum China Holdings (YUMC US) reported flat sales and an increase in operating profit in a difficult fast food retail environment in China.

Duality Biotherapeutics (映恩生物) Pre-IPO: Too Early, Too Ambitious

By Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

  • Duality Biotherapeutics, a China-based clinical-stage biotechnology company, plans to raise up to US$300m via a Hong Kong listing.
  • In this note, we examine the company’s two core products, namely DB-1313 (HER2 ADC) and DB-1311 (B7-H3 ADC). We think the company’s products are not yet convincing.
  • While the management has expertise as biotech investors, biotech-related operational experience seems to be lacking.

Morning Views Asia: Adaro Energy, China Vanke , Greentown China

By Leonard Law, CFA

Lucror Analytics Morning Views comprise our fundamental credit analysis, opinions and trade recommendations on high yield issuers in the region, based on key company-specific developments in the past 24 hours. Our Morning Views include a section with a brief market commentary, key market indicators and a macroeconomic and corporate event calendar.


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Daily Brief United States: Remitly Global, Gitlab , Copart Inc, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Natural Gas, Hewlett Packard Enterprise , Casey’s General Stores, Asana , Healthequity Inc, Zscaler and more

By | Daily Briefs, United States

In today’s briefing:

  • Marathon Partners’ Mario Cibelli on digital remittances company, Remitly $RELY
  • GitLab Inc.: Expansion of AI-Driven Developer Tools & Major Growth Drivers
  • Copart Inc.: A Tale Of Global Expansion & Enhanced Buyer Engagement! – Major Drivers
  • DICK’S Sporting Goods Inc.: Expansion of Innovative Store Formats & Focus On High-Performance Vertical Brands For Growth! – Major Drivers
  • [ETP 2024/37] Oil Prices Rebound but Weak Demand Limits Gains, Nat-Gas Rises on Output Cuts
  • Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE): Expanded Portfolio of AI Solutions & Hybrid Cloud Solutions Are Critical Growth Catalysts! – Major Drivers
  • Casey’s General Stores Inc.: Leveraging Financial Health for Strategic Acquisitions! – Major Drivers
  • Asana Inc.: These Are The 4 Biggest Challenges In Its Path For Growth! – Major Drivers
  • HealthEquity Inc: Expansion into Digital and API Solutions & Other Major Drivers
  • Zscaler Inc.: Expansion into Emerging Product Lines Driving Our Bullish Rating! – Major Drivers


Marathon Partners’ Mario Cibelli on digital remittances company, Remitly $RELY

By Yet Another Value Podcast

  • Remitly is a digital international money transfer company competing with traditional providers like Western Union and MoneyGram.
  • Mario Sabelli sees Remitly as potentially becoming the “booking.com of the digital remittance space.”
  • He believes Remitly is well-positioned to dominate the market due to its scale and competitive advantages over legacy competitors.

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GitLab Inc.: Expansion of AI-Driven Developer Tools & Major Growth Drivers

By Baptista Research

  • GitLab’s Q2 Fiscal Year 2025 results showcase a blend of growth and strategic enhancements, particularly in its DevSecOps platform enriched with AI capabilities.
  • Revenue grew substantially by 31% year-over-year, totaling $183 million, a testament to the adoption of new accounts alongside expansions in existing clientele including notable names like Delaware North and Guild Mortgage.
  • Baptista Research looks to evaluate the different factors that could influence the company’s price in the near future and attempts to carry out an independent valuation of the company using a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) methodology.

Copart Inc.: A Tale Of Global Expansion & Enhanced Buyer Engagement! – Major Drivers

By Baptista Research

  • In assessing the financial performance and business dynamics of Copart, Inc. for its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024, certain key elements stand out which prospective investors should consider.
  • The company reported a successful year, underscoring robust growth and strategic expansion across various segments of its operations.
  • However, also noted were certain industry-wide challenges and specific business costs that affected overall financial outcomes.

DICK’S Sporting Goods Inc.: Expansion of Innovative Store Formats & Focus On High-Performance Vertical Brands For Growth! – Major Drivers

By Baptista Research

  • DICK’S Sporting Goods’ second quarter 2024 earnings showcased a compelling financial performance, emphasizing its robust strategies and execution capacities.
  • The sporting goods retailer reported an encouraging 7.8% increase in sales compared to the previous year, reaching nearly $3.5 billion.
  • This result reflects not only an enhancement of average sales tickets but also an uptick in transaction volumes, signaling strengthened consumer engagement and market share.

[ETP 2024/37] Oil Prices Rebound but Weak Demand Limits Gains, Nat-Gas Rises on Output Cuts

By Suhas Reddy

  • For the week ending 06/Sept, US crude inventories increased by 0.8m barrels, lower than the 0.9m barrel forecast. Gasoline stockpiles rose unexpectedly, while distillate inventories grew more than anticipated.
  • US natural gas inventories rise 40 Bcf for the week ending 06/Sep, lower than analyst expectations of a 49 Bcf buildup. Inventories are 9.6% above the 5-year seasonal average.
  • BP, Occidental Petroleum, and Exxon Mobil see target price cuts. Schlumberger announces breakthrough in Lithium production.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE): Expanded Portfolio of AI Solutions & Hybrid Cloud Solutions Are Critical Growth Catalysts! – Major Drivers

By Baptista Research

  • Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co (HPE) demonstrated a strong financial performance in the third quarter of fiscal 2024, reporting substantial year-over-year revenue growth and a marginal increase in non-GAAP diluted net earnings per share.
  • As delineated in their earnings call, the company continues to navigate a dynamic market environment, focusing on growth sectors such as AI, hybrid cloud, and networking.
  • Revenue reached $7.7 billion, a 10% increase from the previous year, which is attributed to notable growth in AI systems revenue and other portfolio enhancements.

Casey’s General Stores Inc.: Leveraging Financial Health for Strategic Acquisitions! – Major Drivers

By Baptista Research

  • Casey’s General Stores wrapped up its first quarter of fiscal year 2025 with a positive outlook on its operations, financials, and strategic direction.
  • Led by CEO Darren Rebelez and CFO Stephen Bramlage, the company’s performance reflected a strong start to the fiscal year with notable progress in both store operations and financial metrics.
  • Baptista Research looks to evaluate the different factors that could influence the company’s price in the near future and attempts to carry out an independent valuation of the company using a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) methodology.

Asana Inc.: These Are The 4 Biggest Challenges In Its Path For Growth! – Major Drivers

By Baptista Research

  • Asana’s second quarter fiscal year 2025 earnings presentation highlighted several fundamental aspects of the company’s financial health and strategic direction.
  • The overall tone indicated cautious optimism, marked by a cautious stabilization in revenues with indications of accelerating growth in the foreseeable future.
  • Financially, Asana reported a revenue increase of 10% year-over-year, surpassing its own projections and signaling subtle strength within certain operational segments.

HealthEquity Inc: Expansion into Digital and API Solutions & Other Major Drivers

By Baptista Research

  • HealthEquity recently shared its fiscal second quarter 2025 results, showcasing strong growth driven by strategic initiatives and integration gains from the BenefitWallet asset acquisition.
  • The company, under the leadership of President and CEO Jon Kessler and CFO James Lucania, outlined its current position and future direction during the latest discussion.
  • The company posted impressive financial results, with a 23% year-over-year revenue increase.

Zscaler Inc.: Expansion into Emerging Product Lines Driving Our Bullish Rating! – Major Drivers

By Baptista Research

  • Zscaler is actively expanding and executing within the rapidly evolving cybersecurity market.
  • Recent developments highlight the company’s strong financial performance and strategic positioning as it continues to capitalize on growing demand for advanced security solutions.
  • Zscaler posted robust financial results, showcasing a 30% year-over-year growth in revenue, underscoring the increasing market demand and customer adoption of its solutions.

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Daily Brief Japan: Ibiden Co Ltd, Rakuten, Fuji Soft Inc, TSE Tokyo Price Index TOPIX, NEOJAPAN Inc, i-mobile Co Ltd, Good Com Asset, GA Technologies and more

By | Daily Briefs, Japan

In today’s briefing:

  • Shinko Electric (6967 JP) Takeover – Time To Buy Dips, and Ibiden (4062 JP)
  • Rakuten: Rewiring Japan’s Digital Economy – [Business Breakdowns, EP.182]
  • Fuji Soft (9749) – Fuji Softer
  • Companies Should Reset the Yen’s Depreciation Benefit Mindset and Regain Core Competencies
  • NEOJAPAN Inc (3921 JP): 1H FY01/25 flash update
  • i-mobile Co Ltd (6535 JP): Full-year FY07/24 flash update
  • Good Com Asset (3475 JP): Q3 FY10/24 flash update
  • GA Technologies (3491 JP): Q3 FY10/24 report update


Shinko Electric (6967 JP) Takeover – Time To Buy Dips, and Ibiden (4062 JP)

By Travis Lundy

  • Late last month, Shinko Electric Industries (6967 JP) announced that the JIC consortium Tender Offer due to be launched by end-August would be delayed. Next update? January 2025.
  • Everyone was expecting a delay, but that caused the stock to fall. Then tech/AI fell out of bed, Ibiden crashed, then China export restrictions noise/pushback caused further delay.
  • I saw a 9% gross spread yesterday and thought “Geez”, that’s a buy.” A day later, it’s 6%. Still wide, still interesting. And that has set a boundary.

Rakuten: Rewiring Japan’s Digital Economy – [Business Breakdowns, EP.182]

By Business Breakdowns

  • Rakuten is a Japanese conglomerate with a diverse portfolio of businesses, including e-commerce, finance, travel, and mobile telephony.
  • Founded during the late nineties global Internet boom, Rakuten has become a ubiquitous brand in Japan.
  • The loyalty point system has become a key feature of Rakuten’s business model, connecting its various services together.

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Fuji Soft (9749) – Fuji Softer

By Travis Lundy

  • When Bain came out saying they would bid more, with preparation to launch in November, KKR launched early to see if they could get the jump, discussed here.
  • The stock popped when the Bain’s bid was obviously serious, and supported by the Founding Family, but it went to Bain’s “5% higher” plus another 5%. I was bearish.
  • But I signalled willingness to change my mind if the stock price dropped. It has dropped. 

Companies Should Reset the Yen’s Depreciation Benefit Mindset and Regain Core Competencies

By Aki Matsumoto

  • Comparing the number of Japanese companies in top 50 global market capitalization and Japan’s GDP as percentage of world’s GDP in 1989, it’s clear that economy and companies didn’t grow.
  • Without more Japanese companies that have an edge in profitability, a key focus for long-term global investors, it will not be possible to put long-term investment money into Japanese equities.
  • It is assumed that BoJ’s policy of inducing the yen to depreciate through ultra-monetary easing may have in part spoiled company managers and caused them to neglect their corporate efforts.

NEOJAPAN Inc (3921 JP): 1H FY01/25 flash update

By Shared Research

  • Revenue increased by 4.4% YoY to JPY3.4bn, operating profit rose by 40.8% YoY to JPY848mn.
  • Revenue from desknet’s NEO Cloud grew 7.5% YoY, while AppSuite Cloud revenue surged 30.6% YoY.
  • Total license revenue declined 27.8% YoY, with desknet’s NEO licenses decreasing 22.7% YoY.

i-mobile Co Ltd (6535 JP): Full-year FY07/24 flash update

By Shared Research

  • i-mobile reported FY07/24 revenue of JPY18.7bn (+14.1% YoY) and operating profit of JPY3.5bn (+0.7% YoY).
  • Consumer Service business FY07/24 revenue was JPY16.0bn (+20.1% YoY) and segment profit JPY3.4bn (+15.8% YoY).
  • FY07/25 projections: revenue JPY23.0bn (+22.8% YoY), operating profit JPY4.5bn (+26.8% YoY), net income JPY3.0bn (+21.9% YoY).

Good Com Asset (3475 JP): Q3 FY10/24 flash update

By Shared Research

  • Sales increased to JPY34.0bn (+136.2% YoY), with an operating profit of JPY2.9bn (+84.4% YoY) and net income of JPY1.6bn (+79.3% YoY).
  • Wholesale Sales segment saw sales rise by 355.7% YoY and operating profit by 66.6% YoY, with a 7.3% profit margin.
  • Real Estate Management segment achieved sales of JPY2.0bn (+62.9% YoY) and operating profit of JPY925mn (+437.0% YoY), with a 45.9% profit margin.

GA Technologies (3491 JP): Q3 FY10/24 report update

By Shared Research

  • FY10/23 figures reflect finalized provisional accounting treatment; business profit is JPY2.7bn (+67.9% YoY), revenue JPY131.6bn (+33.0% YoY).
  • RENOSY Marketplace improved profit margin through topline growth and fee measures; ITANDI segment profit rose 70% YoY.
  • ITANDI business saw ARR reach JPY3.4bn (+36% YoY), with a churn rate of 0.40% and unit economics at 39.0x.

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Most Read: Samsung Kodex Banks ETF, China Shipbuilding Industry Group Power, Korea Zinc, Ibiden Co Ltd, Young Poong Precision, Raymond Lifestyle, Alibaba Group Holding , Trial Holdings, China Resources Beverage and more

By | Daily Briefs, Most Read

In today’s briefing:

  • KRX Value-Up Index Will Have Two Separate Indices, Excellent & Promising, With 150 Constituents
  • CSI300 Index Rebalance Preview: Round-Trip Trade Tops US$6bn as ETF Creations Soar
  • MBK’s Dual Tenders for Korea Zinc and Youngpoong Precision: The Largest Deal Ever in Korea
  • Shinko Electric (6967 JP) Takeover – Time To Buy Dips, and Ibiden (4062 JP)
  • MBK Partners and Jang Family Partner to Control Korea Zinc + Tender Offer of 14.6% of Korea Zinc
  • Tender Offer of 43.4% Stake in Young Poong Precision by MBK
  • Raymond Lifestyle: A Value Play in Ethnic Wear with Special Situation Potential
  • When Dissenting REALLY Pays Off
  • Trial Holdings IPO Lockup – Large Number of Small Holders Hold Around US$400m of Stock
  • CR Beverage IPO: The Bear Case


KRX Value-Up Index Will Have Two Separate Indices, Excellent & Promising, With 150 Constituents

By Sanghyun Park

  • KRX plans to launch the Value-Up Index as two separate indices: the “Excellent Value-Up Index” and the “Promising Value-Up Index.”
  • The universe will include 150 constituents from KOSPI 200 and KOSDAQ 150. Allocation between indices is undecided, with sector limits on number and weight confirmed.
  • The key indicators (ROE, PBR, shareholder return rate) remain unchanged. The Promising Index’s weights are undisclosed, but the Excellent Index favors financial and automotive stocks.

CSI300 Index Rebalance Preview: Round-Trip Trade Tops US$6bn as ETF Creations Soar

By Brian Freitas

  • There could be 17 changes at the December rebalance with the Industrials sector gaining 3 index spots and the Information Technology sector losing 3 spots.
  • We estimate one-way turnover of 2.9% at the rebalance leading to a one-way trade of CNY 21.96bn (US$3.1bn). There are 22 stocks with over 3x ADV to trade.
  • Impact on the stocks has increased as creations in ETFs linked to the CSI 300 Index continue. That flow will reverse from the deletions in the next few months.

MBK’s Dual Tenders for Korea Zinc and Youngpoong Precision: The Largest Deal Ever in Korea

By Sanghyun Park

  • MBK launches a tender offer to acquire 14.6% of Korea Zinc at ₩660,000 per share, a ₩2T deal with an 18.7% premium. Offer runs from September 13 to October 4.
  • On top of that, MBK’s also rolling out a tender offer for Young Poong Precision at ₩20,000 per share—a hefty 113% premium over yesterday’s close.
  • Spread action is possible if the Choi family counters, driving volatility. The market’s watching for a higher bid, which could create trading opportunities amid rising spread volatility.

Shinko Electric (6967 JP) Takeover – Time To Buy Dips, and Ibiden (4062 JP)

By Travis Lundy

  • Late last month, Shinko Electric Industries (6967 JP) announced that the JIC consortium Tender Offer due to be launched by end-August would be delayed. Next update? January 2025.
  • Everyone was expecting a delay, but that caused the stock to fall. Then tech/AI fell out of bed, Ibiden crashed, then China export restrictions noise/pushback caused further delay.
  • I saw a 9% gross spread yesterday and thought “Geez”, that’s a buy.” A day later, it’s 6%. Still wide, still interesting. And that has set a boundary.

MBK Partners and Jang Family Partner to Control Korea Zinc + Tender Offer of 14.6% of Korea Zinc

By Douglas Kim

  • After the market close on 12 September, Maekyung Business Daily reported that MBK Partners will become the largest shareholder of Korea Zinc (010130 KS) along with Young Poong (000670 KS). 
  • MBK Partners, along with Youngpoong and advisor Jang Hyung-jin, also plans to conduct a tender offer of 14.6% stake in Korea Zinc. 
  • The tender offer price for Korea Zinc is 660,000 won per share, which is 18.7% higher than the closing price on 12 September.

Tender Offer of 43.4% Stake in Young Poong Precision by MBK

By Douglas Kim

  • After the market close on 12 September, Hankyung Business Daily reported that MBK Partners plans to conduct a tender offer of 43.43% stake in Young Poong Precision.
  • The tender offer price is 20,000 won per share (113% higher than the closing price on 12 September). 
  • Choi family currently controls Young Poong Precision. MBK plans to secure a controlling stake and obtain voting rights for the 1.85% stake in Korea Zinc held by Young Poong Precision.

Raymond Lifestyle: A Value Play in Ethnic Wear with Special Situation Potential

By Nimish Maheshwari

  • Raymond Lifestyle (RAYMONDL IN) recently demerged from Raymond Limited.  Since Raymond Limited was part of various indexes, Raymond Lifestyle was not. Index Fund selling led to a correction.
  • The correction made Raymond Lifestyle a special situation value bet.
  • The cherry on the cake is strong management guidance and a foray into the untapped non branded and unorganized apparel segment

When Dissenting REALLY Pays Off

By David Blennerhassett

  • Back in August 2017, Xingxuan Technology, a privately held Cayman Islands company operating in the online food delivery space in China, was transferred by way of a statutory merger. 
  • The buyer was Alibaba Group (9988 HK)-backed Rajax, the key seller, Baidu (9888 HK). The dissenter, having paid US$125mn for its shares, was offered cash/scrip worth an estimated US$42mn.
  • The dissenter considered terms low-balled. The judge agreed. The uplift? 659%.

Trial Holdings IPO Lockup – Large Number of Small Holders Hold Around US$400m of Stock

By Sumeet Singh

  • Trial Holdings (5882 JP) raised around US$259m in Mar 2024. Its IPO lockup is set to expire soon.
  • TH operates a network of retail stores in Japan that offer one-stop shopping under its everyday low price (EDLP) model.
  • In this note, we will talk about the lockup dynamics and possible placement.

CR Beverage IPO: The Bear Case

By Arun George

  • China Resources Beverage (CRB HK), China’s largest purified drinking water company, has received HK listing approval for a US$1 billion IPO.
  • In CR Beverage IPO: The Bull Case, we highlighted the key elements of the bull case. In this note, we outline the bear case.
  • The bear case rests on core business’ pricing pressure, a slow pace of revenue diversification, a sizeable pre-IPO dividend, and margin and FCF generation below its key peer. 

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Daily Brief Industrials: Young Poong Precision, DL Holdings Co, Shuangdeng Group Co Ltd, Copart Inc, Core & Main and more

By | Daily Briefs, Industrials

In today’s briefing:

  • Tender Offer of 43.4% Stake in Young Poong Precision by MBK
  • KRX Releases November SSFs and SSOs Reshuffle: Here’s the Breakdown
  • Shuangdeng Group Pre-IPO Tearsheet
  • Copart Inc.: A Tale Of Global Expansion & Enhanced Buyer Engagement! – Major Drivers
  • Core & Main Inc.: Will The Acquisition of HM Pipe Products Be A Game Changer? – Major Drivers


Tender Offer of 43.4% Stake in Young Poong Precision by MBK

By Douglas Kim

  • After the market close on 12 September, Hankyung Business Daily reported that MBK Partners plans to conduct a tender offer of 43.43% stake in Young Poong Precision.
  • The tender offer price is 20,000 won per share (113% higher than the closing price on 12 September). 
  • Choi family currently controls Young Poong Precision. MBK plans to secure a controlling stake and obtain voting rights for the 1.85% stake in Korea Zinc held by Young Poong Precision.

KRX Releases November SSFs and SSOs Reshuffle: Here’s the Breakdown

By Sanghyun Park

  • With the November reshuffle, single stock futures rise from 222 to 258 (+36) and single stock options increase from 52 to 58 (+6) across KOSPI 200 and KOSDAQ Global.
  • The main takeaway from this reshuffle is the price impact from a short-term volume spike as market makers jump into newly listed single-stock futures.
  • The volume surge in spot markets for newly listed assets consistently drives positive price impact, most notably right after listing, rather than waiting until contract expiry.

Shuangdeng Group Pre-IPO Tearsheet

By Akshat Shah

  • Shuangdeng Group Co Ltd (JISHUZ CH) is looking to raise about US$150m in its upcoming Hong Kong IPO. The deal will be run by CICC, CCBI and Huatai.
  • Shuangdeng Group Co Ltd is engaged in energy storage business for big-data and telecommunication industries with a focus on design, R&D, manufacturing and sales of energy storage batteries and systems.
  • It was ranked first among global telecom base station and data-center energy storage battery providers in terms of shipment volume, achieving a 10.4% market share in 2023, according to F&S.

Copart Inc.: A Tale Of Global Expansion & Enhanced Buyer Engagement! – Major Drivers

By Baptista Research

  • In assessing the financial performance and business dynamics of Copart, Inc. for its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024, certain key elements stand out which prospective investors should consider.
  • The company reported a successful year, underscoring robust growth and strategic expansion across various segments of its operations.
  • However, also noted were certain industry-wide challenges and specific business costs that affected overall financial outcomes.

Core & Main Inc.: Will The Acquisition of HM Pipe Products Be A Game Changer? – Major Drivers

By Baptista Research

  • Core & Main, a prominent distributor in water, wastewater, storm drainage, and fire protection products, recently announced its fiscal 2024 second-quarter results, revealing a mix of operational strengths and market-related challenges.
  • Core & Main maintains a strong position in the water infrastructure distribution sector, catering to over 60,000 customers with no single customer accounting for more than 1% of annual revenue.
  • Its extensive network of over 350 branches across 49 states underscores its vast reach, enabling it to serve a wide geographic area.

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Daily Brief Industrials: Young Poong Precision, DL Holdings Co, Shuangdeng Group Co Ltd, Copart Inc, Core & Main and more

By | Daily Briefs, Industrials

In today’s briefing:

  • Tender Offer of 43.4% Stake in Young Poong Precision by MBK
  • KRX Releases November SSFs and SSOs Reshuffle: Here’s the Breakdown
  • Shuangdeng Group Pre-IPO Tearsheet
  • Copart Inc.: A Tale Of Global Expansion & Enhanced Buyer Engagement! – Major Drivers
  • Core & Main Inc.: Will The Acquisition of HM Pipe Products Be A Game Changer? – Major Drivers


Tender Offer of 43.4% Stake in Young Poong Precision by MBK

By Douglas Kim

  • After the market close on 12 September, Hankyung Business Daily reported that MBK Partners plans to conduct a tender offer of 43.43% stake in Young Poong Precision.
  • The tender offer price is 20,000 won per share (113% higher than the closing price on 12 September). 
  • Choi family currently controls Young Poong Precision. MBK plans to secure a controlling stake and obtain voting rights for the 1.85% stake in Korea Zinc held by Young Poong Precision.

KRX Releases November SSFs and SSOs Reshuffle: Here’s the Breakdown

By Sanghyun Park

  • With the November reshuffle, single stock futures rise from 222 to 258 (+36) and single stock options increase from 52 to 58 (+6) across KOSPI 200 and KOSDAQ Global.
  • The main takeaway from this reshuffle is the price impact from a short-term volume spike as market makers jump into newly listed single-stock futures.
  • The volume surge in spot markets for newly listed assets consistently drives positive price impact, most notably right after listing, rather than waiting until contract expiry.

Shuangdeng Group Pre-IPO Tearsheet

By Akshat Shah

  • Shuangdeng Group Co Ltd (JISHUZ CH) is looking to raise about US$150m in its upcoming Hong Kong IPO. The deal will be run by CICC, CCBI and Huatai.
  • Shuangdeng Group Co Ltd is engaged in energy storage business for big-data and telecommunication industries with a focus on design, R&D, manufacturing and sales of energy storage batteries and systems.
  • It was ranked first among global telecom base station and data-center energy storage battery providers in terms of shipment volume, achieving a 10.4% market share in 2023, according to F&S.

Copart Inc.: A Tale Of Global Expansion & Enhanced Buyer Engagement! – Major Drivers

By Baptista Research

  • In assessing the financial performance and business dynamics of Copart, Inc. for its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024, certain key elements stand out which prospective investors should consider.
  • The company reported a successful year, underscoring robust growth and strategic expansion across various segments of its operations.
  • However, also noted were certain industry-wide challenges and specific business costs that affected overall financial outcomes.

Core & Main Inc.: Will The Acquisition of HM Pipe Products Be A Game Changer? – Major Drivers

By Baptista Research

  • Core & Main, a prominent distributor in water, wastewater, storm drainage, and fire protection products, recently announced its fiscal 2024 second-quarter results, revealing a mix of operational strengths and market-related challenges.
  • Core & Main maintains a strong position in the water infrastructure distribution sector, catering to over 60,000 customers with no single customer accounting for more than 1% of annual revenue.
  • Its extensive network of over 350 branches across 49 states underscores its vast reach, enabling it to serve a wide geographic area.

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