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Daily Brief Energy/Materials: Nickel Asia and more

In today’s briefing:

  • Nickel Asia: Valuation Low On Cyclical Slump But Limited Catalysts


Nickel Asia: Valuation Low On Cyclical Slump But Limited Catalysts

By Graeme Cunningham

  • Nickel Asia is market leader for Philippines nickel ore and will remain a top player with decades of reserves leaving it well-positioned for the country’s move up the value chain  
  • However, short-term its share price has slumped on continued weakness in nickel, from a global oversupply and weakening demand, but also its removal from the PSEi 
  • While the 2025E P/B at 0.85x on a 6.4% ROE is likely near cyclical lows and the valuation is inexpensive for such a major player, there are few immediate catalysts 

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