Korea/Asia, Events, IPOs, Douglas Research Advisory

Douglas Kim

Korea/Asia, Events, IPOs

Douglas Research Advisory

Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>On 4 July, NPS disclosed the details of the ownership changes for 112 listed companies in Korea, of which 87 were listed in KOSPI and 25 in KOSDAQ. </li>
<li>In 2Q 2024, the NPS reduced its investments in defense and military stocks and increased investments in cosmetics, shipbuilding, and food companies in Korea.</li>
<li>NPS reduced its capital allocation to the military &amp; defense sector. NPS reduced its stake in LIG Nex1 (-2.32%), Poongsan Corp (-2.24%), and Hanwha Aerospace (-1.02%). </li>
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On 4 July, NPS disclosed the details of the ownership changes for 112 listed companies in Korea, of which 87 were listed in KOSPI and 25 in KOSDAQ. 
In 2Q 2024, the NPS reduced its investments in defense and military stocks and increased investments in cosmetics, shipbuilding, and food companies in Korea.
NPS reduced its capital allocation to the military &amp; defense sector. NPS reduced its stake in LIG Nex1 (-2.32%), Poongsan Corp (-2.24%), and Hanwha Aerospace (-1.02%). 


What Did NPS Buy and Sell in Korean Stock Market in 2Q 2024?

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.

Equity Capital Markets

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/sanil-electric-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:43687:1" rel="noopener">Sanil Electric (062040 KS)</a>, a Korean industrial transformer manufacturer, is seeking to raise up to US$165 million.</li>
<li>We previously discussed the IPO in <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/insights/sanil-electric-ipo-the-bull-case" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="insights:150440" rel="noopener">Sanil Electric IPO: The Bull Case</a>and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/insights/sanil-electric-ipo-the-bear-case" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="insights:150558" rel="noopener">Sanil Electric IPO: The Bear Case</a>.
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<li>We examine the syndicate's valuation methodology. Our analysis suggests that Sanil is fully valued in the IPO price range. We would pass on the IPO.</li>
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Sanil Electric (062040 KS), a Korean industrial transformer manufacturer, is seeking to raise up to US$165 million.
We previously discussed the IPO in Sanil Electric IPO: The Bull Caseand Sanil Electric IPO: The Bear Case.

We examine the syndicate's valuation methodology. Our analysis suggests that Sanil is fully valued in the IPO price range. We would pass on the IPO.


<ul>
<li>
<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/sanil-electric-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:43687:1" rel="noopener">Sanil Electric (062040 KS)</a>, a Korean industrial transformer manufacturer, is seeking to raise up to US$165 million.</li>
<li>In <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/insights/sanil-electric-ipo-the-bull-case" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="insights:150440" rel="noopener">Sanil Electric IPO: The Bull Case</a>, we highlighted the key elements of the bull case. In this note, we outline the bear case.</li>
<li>The bear case rests on rapidly slowing growth, high customer concentration, mid-tier revenue growth and mid-tier FCF margin compared to peers.</li>
</ul>



Sanil Electric (062040 KS), a Korean industrial transformer manufacturer, is seeking to raise up to US$165 million.
In Sanil Electric 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 rapidly slowing growth, high customer concentration, mid-tier revenue growth and mid-tier FCF margin compared to peers.


Asia Pac IPO & Placement Research, China biotech, Aequitas Research

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Asia Pac IPO & Placement Research, China biotech

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.

Quantitative Analysis

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<li>We analyzed the changes in foreign holdings of KRX Stocks as of Jun 28th which has an aggregated holding worth USD564.4bn.</li>
<li>We estimate that foreign flows to be inflows of USD33mln. We tabulate the league table for top changes by value for 1W/4W/1Y and top stocks held by foreign institutions.</li>
<li>We highlight foreign changes in Samsung Electronics, Sk Hynix, Samsung SDI, Celltrion.</li>
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We analyzed the changes in foreign holdings of KRX Stocks as of Jun 28th which has an aggregated holding worth USD564.4bn.
We estimate that foreign flows to be inflows of USD33mln. We tabulate the league table for top changes by value for 1W/4W/1Y and top stocks held by foreign institutions.
We highlight foreign changes in Samsung Electronics, Sk Hynix, Samsung SDI, Celltrion.


KRX Foreign Holding Weekly (Jun 28th): Samsung Electronics, Sk Hynix, Samsung SDI, Celltrion

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<li>
<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/sanil-electric-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:43687:1" rel="noopener">Sanil Electric (062040 KS)</a>, a Korean industrial transformer manufacturer, is seeking to raise up to US$165 million.    </li>
<li>The IPO is a pure primary raise of 7.6 million shares at an IPO price range of KRW24,000-30,000. Book building will run from 9 to 15 July.</li>
<li>The bull case rests on US-led rapid revenue growth, high barriers to entry, good revenue visibility, improving margins, top-quartile margin performance and modest leverage.</li>
</ul>



Sanil Electric (062040 KS), a Korean industrial transformer manufacturer, is seeking to raise up to US$165 million.    
The IPO is a pure primary raise of 7.6 million shares at an IPO price range of KRW24,000-30,000. Book building will run from 9 to 15 July.
The bull case rests on US-led rapid revenue growth, high barriers to entry, good revenue visibility, improving margins, top-quartile margin performance and modest leverage.


South Korea

LS Electric Co., Ltd. manufactures and distributes electrical power equipment. The Company produces smart power equipment, smart automation equipment, smart railway equipment, and other related products. LS Electric also develops smart grid, micro grid, energy storage systems, and metal products.

Ecopro BM Co.,Ltd develops and manufactures advanced materials. The Company produces and sells high-nickel cathode materials and other products. Ecopro BM markets its products throughout Korea.

LS Corp is a holding company, which operated subsidiaries including LS Industrial Systems, LS Cable, LS-Nikko Copper and LS Mtron.

L&F Co., Ltd. develops and manufactures battery materials. The Company produces and sells cathode active materials, anode materials, electrolyte, separator, and other products. L&F markets its products throughout Korea.

Hyosung Heavy Industries Corporation manufactures electrical power equipment. The Company produces and sells transformers, generators, and other related products. Hyosung Heavy Industries markets its products worldwide.

Hyosung Heavy Industries Corp (298040 KS)

CS Wind Corporation operates as a wind tower company. The Company manufactures and exports steel wind towers, while also offering aluminum platforms for wind towers. CS Wind extends its products and services globally.

Taihan Electric Wire Co., Ltd. manufactures a wide range of cables and wires, such as power, communications, copper rod, and enameled cables and wires.  The Company also produces stainless steel sheets and aluminum products including coils, sheets, and plates.  In addition, Taihan Electric offers information and communications equipment, such as optical transmission and network systems.

Iljin Electric Co Ltd manufactures and sells electric products.  The Company's products include electric fittings, distribution lines, electrical equipment, and automated power distribution systems.  Iljin also builds power cable systems and produces aluminum casting products used in automobiles.  Through its subsidiaries, the Company operates communications and financial businesses.

Shinsung Delta Tech Co., Ltd. manufactures electronic components. The company's product includes control panel, top cover, drum tub, and blower for washing machine and air conditioner.  The Company also produces automobile part and light guide panel for Thin Film Transistor-Liquid Crystal Display (TFT-LCD).

Cheryong Electric Co., Ltd. manufactures and sells steel support equipment and components used for power supply and transmission.  The Company also produces transformers and synthetic resin products, including electric wire covering.

Zhuzhou CRRC Times Electric Co., Ltd. provides and integrates train-borne electrical systems for the PRC Railway industry.  The Company also develops, manufactures, and sells train power converters, auxiliary power supply equipment and control systems for trains for urban rail systems

Zhuzhou CRRC Times Electric Co., Ltd. (3898 HK)

Shanghai Electric Group Company Limited manufactures power generation equipment. The Company produces and sells thermal generator set, nuclear power units, wind power equipment, power transmission and distribution equipment, and other products. Shanghai Electric Group also manufactures environmental protection equipment.

Shanghai Electric Group Company (601727 CH)

Suzlon Energy Ltd. designs, manufactures, operates, and maintains wind generating equipment.  The Company constructs large wind parks.

Acuity Brands, Inc. designs, produces, and distributes a full range of indoor and outdoor lighting and control systems for commercial and institutional, industrial, infrastructure, and residential applications. The Company manufactures or procures lighting products primarily in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Ningbo Sanxing Electric Company Limited develops, produces and sells energy measurement and data acquisition products and power distribution equipment. The Company's prodcuts include intelligent power meters, general electronic energy meters, induction meters, amorphous alloy transformers, oil-immersed transformers, dry type transformers, box-type substation and switchgear boxes.

Ningbo Sanxing Medical Electric (601567 CH)

Regal Rexnord Corporation designs, manufactures, and sells electric motors and controls. The Company offers gearboxes, automotive transmissions, rotary cutting tools, automatic transfer switches, and electric generators. Regal Beloit markets its products to distributors, original equipment manufacturers, and end users worldwide.

Fujikura Ltd. manufactures and sells wires and cables such as optical fiber cables and coaxial cables. The Company's products include optical transmission system, electronic materials, and telecommunication cables.

Dongfang Electric Corporation Limited manufactures and sells hydro and steam power generators and AC/DC electric motors. The Company also provides repair, upgrade, maintenance, and other services for the products.

Dongfang Electric Corporation (600875 CH)

FUJI ELECTRIC CO.,LTD manufactures electric machinery and electronic devices. The Company's products include automatic vending machines, factory automation equipment, and power supplies, as well as information and electronic components such as power semiconductors and integrated circuits (ICs).

Jiangsu Zhongtian Technology Co., Ltd. manufactures and markets optic cables, optic fibers, electric cable materials and accessories, related components, and related controlling systems.

Jiangsu Zhongtian Technologies Co, Ltd. (600522 CH)

Hyundai Electric & Energy Systems (HE&E), which makes various electric equipment including transformers, switchgear, motors, low & medium voltage circuit breakers, power electronics, and power electronics & control systems.

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What Did NPS Buy and Sell in Korean Stock Market in 2Q 2024?

In 2Q 2024, the NPS reduced its investments in defense and military stocks and increased investments in cosmetics, shipbuilding, and food companies...

Douglas Kim

Sanil Electric IPO: Valuation Insights

We examine the syndicate's valuation methodology. Our analysis suggests that Sanil is fully valued in the IPO price range. We would pass on the IPO.

Arun George

Sanil Electric IPO: The Bear Case

The bear case rests on rapidly slowing growth, high customer concentration, mid-tier revenue growth and mid-tier FCF margin compared to peers.

Arun George

KRX Foreign Holding Weekly (Jun 28th): Samsung Electronics, Sk Hynix, Samsung SDI, Celltrion

We analyzed KRX foreign holding data for the past week and highlighted foreign holding changes in Samsung Electronics, Sk Hynix, Samsung SDI,...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Sanil Electric IPO: The Bull Case

The bull case rests on US-led rapid revenue growth, high barriers to entry, good revenue visibility, improving margins, top-quartile margin...

Arun George

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