TRUE: Merger Still Progressing but Large Losses Expected in 22E
Equity Bottom-Up278 Views, 20 May 2022 10:34
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
- Conference meeting on Wednesday came with negative news on 22E earnings prospects. We maintain our BUY rating with TP of Bt5.09, based on the tender offer price.
- Management expects no pushback in terms of creditor approval.We believe that the merger will also receive regulatory approval,but with several regulations to also protect consumers, which could impact NewCo’s potential.
- We revise 22E earnings down to Bt2.9bn loss from Bt736m loss, previously, to reflect higher D&A costs and ARPU decline due to harsh competition in 2022.