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Daily Brief Thematic (Sector/Industry): The Stocks to Own in Asia – Vol. 51 and more

In today’s briefing:

  • The Stocks to Own in Asia – Vol. 51
  • The Stocks to Own in China – Vol. 38
  • Ohayo Japan | U.S. Stocks Slip as AI Leaders Weigh
  • The Stocks to Own in ASEAN – Vol. 53
  • Exencial Industry Tidings 15/12/2025
  • Singapore Market Roundup (15-Dec-2025): PhillipCapital sets Sembcorp target price at $7.10,
  • Thematic Report on India’s Aerospace Manufacturing: From Chaos to Competitiveness
  • The Stocks to Own in Thailand – Vol. 51


The Stocks to Own in Asia – Vol. 51

By Dr. Andrew Stotz, CFA

  • We highlight 14 stocks in Asia that look interesting to us based on our FVMR methodology
  • Portfolio changes: Five stocks remain, nine new join the fray
  • Since its inception, it has generated a before-fee total return of 278% versus the MSCI Asia ex Japan of 151%

The Stocks to Own in China – Vol. 38

By Dr. Andrew Stotz, CFA

  • We highlight 10 stocks in China that look interesting to us based on our FVMR methodology
  • Portfolio changes: Three stocks remain, seven new join the fray
  • Since inception, it has gained 160% versus the CSI 300 Index’s return of 97%

Ohayo Japan | U.S. Stocks Slip as AI Leaders Weigh

By Mark Chadwick

  • U.S. stocks edged lower as AI leaders slid, dragging the S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow, while investors rotated into cyclicals and healthcare ahead of key delayed U.S. economic data.
  • Activist investors plan to lift their stake in Fuji Media Holdings to up to 33.3% unless progress is made on selling or separating its real estate business.
  • Hogy Medical shares jumped 17% after reports Carlyle seeks a $1bn take-private, an attractive exit for shareholders amid activist pressure, stagnant sales and declining earnings.

The Stocks to Own in ASEAN – Vol. 53

By Dr. Andrew Stotz, CFA

  • We highlight 14 stocks in ASEAN that look interesting to us based on our FVMR methodology
  • Portfolio changes: Five stocks remain, nine new join the fray
  • Since its inception, it has generated a before-fee total return of 295% versus the MSCI ASEAN’s  59%

Exencial Industry Tidings 15/12/2025

By Viral Kishorchandra Shah

  • India’s red chilli crop expected to be low for 2025-26 season
  • India-EU FTA to boost India’s apparel exports by 20-25% over next three years
  • India reports 3.2% growth in limestone production in October 2025

Singapore Market Roundup (15-Dec-2025): PhillipCapital sets Sembcorp target price at $7.10,

By Singapore Market Roundup

  • PhillipCapital lowers Sembcorp’s target price to $7.10, keeps ‘buy’ rating.
  • Analysts are optimistic as SGX starts its new growth phase.
  • Morningstar boosts Hongkong Land’s fair value to US$7.40 due to real estate fund.

Thematic Report on India’s Aerospace Manufacturing: From Chaos to Competitiveness

By Nimish Maheshwari

  • The global aerospace supply chain is undergoing a structural de-risking from a “just-in-time” model, moving towards diversified “just-in-case” sourcing, catalyzed by post-COVID capacity exits.
  • This shift is creating a multi-decade, geopolitical trust arbitrage opportunity, positioning Indian Tier-2/3 precision component manufacturers as critical partners for global OEMs and Tier-1s.
  • The combination of a massive global order backlog, India’s certified capabilities, and supportive policy creates a multi-year compounding runway for select, high-execution Indian players.

The Stocks to Own in Thailand – Vol. 51

By Dr. Andrew Stotz, CFA

  • We highlight 14 stocks in Thailand that look interesting to us based on our FVMR Methodology
  • Portfolio changes: Six stocks remain, eight new join the fray
  • Since inception, it has gained 72% versus the SET 100 Index’s return of 23%

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