Head of Research, IPOs & Placements, Aequitas Research

Sumeet Singh

Head of Research, IPOs & Placements

IPOs and Placements coverage across Asia Pacific

Aequitas Research

We cover all listing across the Asia Pacific along with follow-up placements. As of Dec 2020, our team had covered 539 IPOs with a hit rate of 73.5% and 685 placements with a hit rate of 66.8%.

We combine fundamental bottom-up views with our proprietary quantitative framework to provide a holistic coverage across new listings and placements. Our coverage includes pre-IPO notes before the deal is launched, follow-up analysis once the deal is live and post-listing trading analysis as well.

Equity Capital Markets

Allied Blenders & Distillers / Equity Capital Markets

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<li>Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD) is looking to raise about US$250m in its upcoming India IPO. The deal will be run by ISec, Axis, JM Fin, Kotak and Equirus.</li>
<li>ABD is the largest Indian-owned Indian-made foreign liquor (IMFL) company and the third largest IMFL company in India, in terms of annual sales volumes between FY14 and FY21.</li>
<li>It had a market share of 8.2% in the IMFL market by sales volumes in FY21. Its products are retailed at over 64,000 outlets in India.</li>
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Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD) is looking to raise about US$250m in its upcoming India IPO. The deal will be run by ISec, Axis, JM Fin, Kotak and Equirus.
ABD is the largest Indian-owned Indian-made foreign liquor (IMFL) company and the third largest IMFL company in India, in terms of annual sales volumes between FY14 and FY21.
It had a market share of 8.2% in the IMFL market by sales volumes in FY21. Its products are retailed at over 64,000 outlets in India.


Allied Blenders and Distillers Pre-IPO Tear Sheet

IPOs and Catalysts/Events, Global Equity Research Ltd

Arun George

IPOs and Catalysts/Events

Uncompromised, Independent, Conflict-Free Research

Global Equity Research Ltd

Global Equity Research was started in 2017 by a group of experienced research professionals. It was founded on a passionate belief in the importance and the need for uncompromised, independent, conflict-free research. We aim to provide differentiated and actionable primary and bottom up fundamental research.

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/emperador-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:3485:1" rel="noopener">Emperador Inc (EMP PM)</a> is pre-marketing a secondary listing on the SGX IPO by raising US$300-500 million, according to press reports. </li>
<li>Emperador has established a track record of decent revenue growth, profitability and cash generation over the years. </li>
<li>While the fundamentals are solid the valuation looks full in comparison to peers and historical trading ranges. </li>
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Emperador Inc (EMP PM) is pre-marketing a secondary listing on the SGX IPO by raising US$300-500 million, according to press reports. 
Emperador has established a track record of decent revenue growth, profitability and cash generation over the years. 
While the fundamentals are solid the valuation looks full in comparison to peers and historical trading ranges. 


Emperador SGX Secondary Listing: Scotch, Not so Neat

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/thai-beverage-pcl" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:3656:1" rel="noopener">Thai Beverage (THBEV SP)</a>’s BeerCo is once again pre-marketing an SGX IPO to raise US$0.8-1.0 billion, according to press reports.</li>
<li>In <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/insights/thaibev-s-beerco-ipo-third-time-s-the-charm" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="insights:71795" rel="noopener">ThaiBev’s BeerCo IPO: Third Time’s the Charm?</a>, we look at the latest developments and results. </li>
<li>The target raise by offering 20% of BeerCo's issued shares points to a valuation of US$4.0-5.0 billion. Our first-look valuation analysis suggests a valuation range of US$5.0-5.2 billion. </li>
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Thai Beverage (THBEV SP)’s BeerCo is once again pre-marketing an SGX IPO to raise US$0.8-1.0 billion, according to press reports.
In ThaiBev’s BeerCo IPO: Third Time’s the Charm?, we look at the latest developments and results. 
The target raise by offering 20% of BeerCo's issued shares points to a valuation of US$4.0-5.0 billion. Our first-look valuation analysis suggests a valuation range of US$5.0-5.2 billion. 


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<li>
<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/thai-beverage-pcl" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:3656:1" rel="noopener">Thai Beverage (THBEV SP)</a>’s BeerCo is once again pre-marketing an SGX IPO to raise US$0.8-1.0 billion (vs US$2 billion previously), according to press reports. </li>
<li>In 1HFY2022, the group revenue returned to growth due to Vietnam. The easing of restrictions in Thailand should boost volumes in 2HFY2022.  </li>
<li>Creditably despite rising raw material costs, the margins remained steady helped by forward buying contracts. However, the unwinding of the forward contracts will likely lead to margin pressures in FY2023.</li>
</ul>



Thai Beverage (THBEV SP)’s BeerCo is once again pre-marketing an SGX IPO to raise US$0.8-1.0 billion (vs US$2 billion previously), according to press reports. 
In 1HFY2022, the group revenue returned to growth due to Vietnam. The easing of restrictions in Thailand should boost volumes in 2HFY2022.  
Creditably despite rising raw material costs, the margins remained steady helped by forward buying contracts. However, the unwinding of the forward contracts will likely lead to margin pressures in FY2023.


ThaiBev’s BeerCo IPO: Third Time’s the Charm?

Equity Analyst, LightStream Research

Oshadhi Kumarasiri

Equity Analyst

Long-Short Analysis on Japan, Asia and the World

LightStream Research

LightStream conducts quantitatively rigorous and data-driven analysis with a focus on Japan and Asia.

We consistently cover the Tech, Consumer and Industrial sectors, and provide ECM and Events coverage more broadly.

We supplement traditional qualitative insights from company relationships with a robust quantitative foundation that examines as much historical data as is available.
We further refine the accuracy of our insights and calls through the use of alternative data to flesh out current trends, and through a valuation framework that emphasises non-superficial peer group selection and a proper attempt to understand the metrics and changes that have driven security valuations in the past.

Event-Driven

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<li>The Holdco trade involving <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/kirin-holdings-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:16977:1" rel="noopener">Kirin Holdings (2503 JP)</a>, which we suggested last year has generated over 33% during the last 12 months against Topix’s 3.8% and Nikkei’s 2.6%.</li>
<li>We expect additional gains from this Holdco trade mostly alongside improvements in the core-business EBITDA expectations.</li>
<li>In addition, Kirin is looking outright positive with multiple catalysts assisting Kirin to turn around price performance.</li>
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The Holdco trade involving Kirin Holdings (2503 JP), which we suggested last year has generated over 33% during the last 12 months against Topix’s 3.8% and Nikkei’s 2.6%.
We expect additional gains from this Holdco trade mostly alongside improvements in the core-business EBITDA expectations.
In addition, Kirin is looking outright positive with multiple catalysts assisting Kirin to turn around price performance.


Kirin: Holdco Trade Has More Room to Run, Also Outright Attractive

Japan

ITO EN, LTD. produces various types of Japanese tea and canned beverages.

Coca Cola Bottlers Japan produces and sells Coca-Cola, other beverages and foods through subsidiaries. The company also operates logistics, auto vending machine, and other businesses.

TAKARA HOLDINGS INC. produces distilled spirits, sake, soft drinks, and cooking wine.  The Company also sells alcoholic beverages under the brand names, Shouchikubai, Takara Can Chuhai, and Takara Shochu.

HOKKAIDO COCA-COLA BOTTLING CO., LTD. produces soft and cold canned drinks in Hokkaido.

YOMEISHU SEIZO CO., LTD. produces medicinal alcoholic drinks under the Yomeishu brand name.  The Company also produces distilled spirits, rice wine, and base alcohol.

Oenon Holdings, Inc. is a producer of rice wine, liquor and seasoning.  The Company produces mainly sake and shochu.

Nisshin Seifun Group Inc. produces and sells flour, fodder, processed foods, and medicines. The Company offers specialized pasta sauce, frozen foods, and gourmet soup. Nisshin Seifun Group also markets pet foods.

NICHIREI CORPORATION produces and distributes frozen food, ice, and meat products.  The Company also provides a variety of cold storage services, as well as manages leasing business for buildings and parking garages.

Kewpie Corporation mainly produces and sells mayonnaise, salad dressing, egg products, and health foods.  The Company also purchases and sells jam, sauce, canned and frozen foods.  Kewpie sells canned foods under Aohata brand.

NH Foods Ltd. produces and sells ham, sausage, and processed meat products. The Company also breeds and raises cattle through its subsidiary. NH Foods owns a professional baseball team, the Nippon Ham Fighters.

Beijing Yanjing Brewery Co., Ltd. operates in the brewery industry.  The Company's products include beer, spring water, beer raw materials, feeds, yeast, and other related products.

Beijing Yanjing Brewery Co, Ltd. (000729 CH)

Shede Spirits Co., Ltd. manufactures liquor products. The Company produces high end liquor, low end liquor, mid end liquor, and other products. Shede Spirits markets its products throughout China.

Sichuan Swellfun Co., Ltd. produces and markets spirits.  Through its subsidiaries, the Company also manufactures antibiotics and operates in printing and packaging business.

Guangzhou Zhujiang Brewery Company Ltd. brews and sells beers, hops, bottle lid and beverages. The Company's products include various type of Zhujiang beer.

Guangzhou Zhujiang Brewery Co (002461 CH)

The Boston Beer Company, Inc. produces a variety of craft-brewed beers and cider products at various contract breweries and Company-owned breweries.  The Company sells its products under brand names such as Boston Beer Company, Oregon Beer and Brewing Company, Samuel Adams, and HardCore.  Boston Beer sells its products to a network of wholesale distributors.

Radico Khaitan Ltd. produces and distributes branded liquor.   The Company operates molasses and grain distilleries and produces whiskey, rum, brandy, and vodka.  Radico also produces country liquor and extra neutral alcohol.

Saigon Beer - Alcohol - Beverage Corporation produces and distributes alcoholic beverages. The Company offers beer, spirits, soda, and other products. Saigon Beer - Alcohol - Beverage serves clients in Vietnam.

Anhui Kouzi Distillery Co., Ltd. produces wine. The Company also manufactures, produces and sells liquor and glassware. Anhui Kouzi Distillery operates in China.

Embotelladora Andina S.A. produces, markets, and distributes Coca-Cola products throughout Chile, Brazil, and Argentina.  The Company distributes soda, juices, mineral water, and other non-alcoholic beverages.  Andina also produces PET plastic bottles.

Hebei Hengshui Laobaigan Liquor Co., Ltd. produces white spirits, breeds and raises pigs, as well as manufactures feeds.

Sapporo Holdings Ltd produces and sells alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.  The Company's products include beer, wine, brandy, whiskey, imported beer, soft drinks, juice, coffee, and tea.  SAPPORO HOLDINGS also operates real estate businesses.

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Sapporo Holdings (2501 JP)

Allied Blenders and Distillers Pre-IPO Tear Sheet

Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD) is looking to raise about US$250m in its upcoming India IPO. The deal will be run by ISec, Axis, JM Fin, Kotak...

Sumeet Singh

Emperador SGX Secondary Listing: Scotch, Not so Neat

Emperador is pre-marketing a secondary listing on the SGX IPO by raising US$300-500m. While the fundamentals are solid the valuation looks full in...

Arun George

ThaiBev’s BeerCo IPO: What's It Worth?

The target raise by offering 20% of BeerCo's issued shares points to a valuation of US$4.0-5.0 billion. Our first-look valuation analysis suggests...

Arun George

ThaiBev’s BeerCo IPO: Third Time’s the Charm?

BeerCo is once again pre-marketing an SGX IPO to raise US$0.8-1.0 billion. In this note, we look at the latest set of results and highlight the key...

Arun George

Kirin: Holdco Trade Has More Room to Run, Also Outright Attractive

Almost 12 months down the line, our Holdco trade involving Kirin has given us a return of around 33.3% against Topix’s 3.8% and Nikkei’s 2.6%...

Oshadhi Kumarasiri

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