Asia Consumer Research, Investory

Devi Subhakesan

Asia Consumer Research

ASIA CONSUMER: INSIGHTS AND INVESTMENT IDEAS

Investory

Investory is a Singapore-based boutique independent equity research firm founded in January 2017 with a primary focus on consumption themes across Asia-Pacific.

We aim to generate investible ideas based on consumption trends and outlook. We screen our ideas on several parameters - product potential, long-term growth and management commitment being the most critical.  We follow a fundamental analysis approach in our stock selection process and are not restricted by market cap.

We aspire to grow into a leading source of unbiased research, free of conflict of interest, for investors yearning for independent and disciplined analysis. 

We also undertake bespoke research mandates to support our Institutional clients’ investment needs.

Our team comprises of professionals with extensive experience in the Asian equity markets, in areas ranging from research, servicing institutional clients and investment management.

Event-Driven

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/jollibee-foods-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:987:1" rel="noopener">Jollibee Foods (JFC PM)</a> recently acquired Compose Coffee, the second-largest take-out chain in South Korea's competitive value coffee retail segment.</li>
<li>While the acquisition presents growth opportunities for Jollibee, the intense competition and inherent challenges of the value coffee retail segment warrant caution.</li>
<li>With Jollibee's Coffee &amp; Tea business vertical now growing into a meaningful size, we recommend listing it separately to enhance visibility, accountability and unlock shareholder value.</li>
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Jollibee Foods (JFC PM) recently acquired Compose Coffee, the second-largest take-out chain in South Korea's competitive value coffee retail segment.
While the acquisition presents growth opportunities for Jollibee, the intense competition and inherent challenges of the value coffee retail segment warrant caution.
With Jollibee's Coffee &amp; Tea business vertical now growing into a meaningful size, we recommend listing it separately to enhance visibility, accountability and unlock shareholder value.


Jollibee's (JFC PM) Risky Bet: Compose Coffee Acquisition in a Competitive Market

Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>Expect stock upside following management's upbeat growth outlook and buoyant earnings guidance, announced yesterday.</li>
<li>Company reported robust double digit growth in revenue and earnings for full year 2023 as well as a steep ramp up in cash flow generation. </li>
<li>Uniquely positioned with a wide portfolio of F&amp;B brands across markets in Asia, North America and Middle East. </li>
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Expect stock upside following management's upbeat growth outlook and buoyant earnings guidance, announced yesterday.
Company reported robust double digit growth in revenue and earnings for full year 2023 as well as a steep ramp up in cash flow generation. 
Uniquely positioned with a wide portfolio of F&amp;B brands across markets in Asia, North America and Middle East. 


Jollibee Foods (JFC PM): Aiming High. Strong Growth Guidance Can Drive Stock Up

Asset Allocation & Fund Positioning, Copley Fund Research

Steven Holden

Asset Allocation & Fund Positioning

Copley Fund Research

Copley Fund Research provide research and data on asset allocation among Global and Emerging Market equity funds.  The analysis details absolute and relative positioning across countries, sectors and industries together with highly granular data on single stock and single fund allocations.  The data is updated monthly with time series going back to January 2011.

Global Research - Analysis of 165 prominent Global equity funds, combined AUM $335bn
GEM Research - Analysis of 127 prominent global EM equity funds, combined AUM $250bn

Asset Allocation - Global and GEM Equity

Cross Asset Strategy

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<li>Philippines fund ownership shows signs of life after decade long bear market</li>
<li>Asia Ex-Japan funds buy in to BDO Unibank, Bank of the Philippine Islands and Jollibee Foods Corp.</li>
<li>Despite this, The Philippines remains a zero allocation for 50% of the funds in our analysis.</li>
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Philippines fund ownership shows signs of life after decade long bear market
Asia Ex-Japan funds buy in to BDO Unibank, Bank of the Philippine Islands and Jollibee Foods Corp.
Despite this, The Philippines remains a zero allocation for 50% of the funds in our analysis.


Philippines: Emerging Signs of Investment Recovery

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<li>Philippines ownership falls to record lows among active Asia Ex-Japan managers.</li>
<li>Only 58% of Asia Ex-Japan managers now have exposure, with most holding less than a 3% portfolio weight.</li>
<li>Shrinking benchmark weights and a dwindling active investor base means it is becoming ever easier to avoid Philippines exposure entirely.  </li>
</ul>


Philippines ownership falls to record lows among active Asia Ex-Japan managers.
Only 58% of Asia Ex-Japan managers now have exposure, with most holding less than a 3% portfolio weight.
Shrinking benchmark weights and a dwindling active investor base means it is becoming ever easier to avoid Philippines exposure entirely.  


The Philippines:  Asia Ex-Japan Fund Allocations Hit All-Time Low

ASEAN Insight Provider, CrossASEAN Research

Angus Mackintosh

ASEAN Insight Provider

CrossASEAN Research

At CrossASEAN Research we strive to produce unbiased and differentiated on the ground insights on companies across South East Asia. Our Research is produced for the most part after face to face meetings and conversations with company management to dig deep into the long term vision and strategy of the companies we cover. We seek to deliver investable and actionable themes on sectors and markets across SE Asia, often in collaboration with other Insight Providers across the region, pooling the vast experience of the analysts within the Smartkarma Ecosystem. We also offer bespoke work and tailor made trips for our clients. 

Insights across South East Asia

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<li>The past week saw Insights on <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/delfi-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:19714:1" rel="noopener">Delfi Ltd (DELFI SP)</a>, <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/second-chance-properties-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:20342:1" rel="noopener">Second Chance Properties (SCE SP)</a>, <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/jollibee-foods-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:987:1" rel="noopener">Jollibee Foods (JFC PM</a>, and Vietcombank.    </li>
<li>There were also macro insights on Indonesia from both <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/profiles/prasenjit-k-basu" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="accounts:612" rel="noopener">Prasenjit K. Basu</a> and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/profiles/manu-bhaskaran" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="accounts:35" rel="noopener">Manu Bhaskaran</a> on Indonesia together with commentary on Malaysia macro and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/lippo-karawaci-tbk-pt" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:3121:1" rel="noopener">Lippo Karawaci</a>'s Fitch Downgrade.</li>
<li>The Week That Was in ASEAN@Smartkarma is filled with an eclectic mix of differentiated substantive, and actionable insights, macro and equity bottom-up, from across Southeast Asia.</li>
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The past week saw Insights on Delfi Ltd (DELFI SP), Second Chance Properties (SCE SP), Jollibee Foods (JFC PM, and Vietcombank.    
There were also macro insights on Indonesia from both Prasenjit K. Basu and Manu Bhaskaran on Indonesia together with commentary on Malaysia macro and Lippo Karawaci's Fitch Downgrade.
The Week That Was in ASEAN@Smartkarma is filled with an eclectic mix of differentiated substantive, and actionable insights, macro and equity bottom-up, from across Southeast Asia.


The Week That Was in ASEAN@Smartkarma - Delfi the Chocolatier, Second Chance Property, and Jollibee.

Philippines

Bloomberry Resorts Corp is a holding company for its subsidiaries which provide lodging and leisure services. The Subsidiaries operates and develops, tourist facilities, casinos, and hotel and amusement-themed projects.

DigiPlus Interactive Corp. provides gaming and leisure facilities. The Company offers multi-gaming platforms, numerous products, and games with a strong distribution network of entertainment facilities in neighborhood sites. DigiPlus Interactive serves customers in the Philippines.

Berjaya Philippines Inc., an investment holding company, is engaged in the leasing on-line lottery equipment and software support businesses in the Philippines. It operates in the Leasing, Services, Holdings and Investments, and Motor Vehicle Dealership segments. The company also owns, leases, and operates hotels and other buildings. In addition, it is engaged in the luxury motor vehicle retail and provision of after sales services. The company was formerly known as Prime Gaming Philippines, Inc. and changed its name to Berjaya Philippines Inc. in June 2010. Berjaya Philippines Inc. was incorporated in 1924 and is headquartered in Makati City, the Philippines. Berjaya Philippines Inc. is a subsidiary of Berjaya Lottery Management (HK) Limited.

Premium Leisure Corporation invests in gaming, property development, pay-per-view entertainment, and information systems.  The company also explores oil and gas.

Shakeys Pizza Asia Ventures Inc operates Shakey's pizza chain of full-service restaurant in the Philippines 

Pacific Online Systems Corporation designs, develops, and manages online computer systems, terminals, and software for the gaming industry in the Philippines. It operates through Leasing Activities, and Distribution and Retail Activities segments. The company sources technology from various suppliers of integrated gaming systems, and leases the equipment needed for the online lottery operations to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO). It is also involved in the provision of technical support services to PCSO. In addition, the company distributes and sells instant tickets under the Scratchit brand name, as well as sells lottery and sweepstakes. Further, it manages a network of approximately 260 retail outlets that provide Lotto, Keno, and Scratchit products. The company was incorporated in 1993 and is headquartered in Pasig City, the Philippines.

Philippine Racing Club, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates and maintains race tracks in metro Manila and other parts of the Philippines. It also manages betting stations; holds horse races; leases out stables; acquires, develops, and sells real estate properties, including leisure, recreational, and memorial parks; and owns, operates, manages, and/or sells real estate properties. The company was founded in 1937 and is based in Cavite, the Philippines.

Max's Group Incorporated is a chained full service restaurant in the casual dining segment operating a portfolio of brands both domestically and overseas. The Company is also licensed to operate certain international food brands.

PhilWeb Corporation provides gaming technology in the Asia Pacific region. It owns and operates e-Games cafes, Internet caf�, and kiosks that offer casino games, including baccarat, blackjack, various slot machine games, video poker, and sports betting. The company also develops and manufactures computer-based automated terminals; and operates various lottery and scratch card games. In addition, it is involved in developing and marketing computer and gaming systems, software applications, and programs; and the operation of gaming platforms in relation to Premyo sa Resibo program of the BIR, and Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation. Further, the company engages in the business of setting up Internet bingo stations and its operations, as well as operates and provides consultancy services related to amusement, recreational, gaming and gaming equipment facilities, and enterprises. The company was formerly known as PhilWeb.Com, Inc. and changed its name to PhilWeb Corporation in November 2002. PhilWeb Corporation was incorporated in 1969 and is based in Makati, the Philippines.

The Far Eastern University, Incorporated operates as a private non-sectarian institution of learning in the Philippines. It offers various programs in arts and sciences, such as Master of Arts (MA) in psychology; MA with majors in mass communication and letters; Bachelor of Arts in communication, English language, literature, political science, and international studies; and Bachelor of Science (BS) in biology, psychology, applied mathematics with information technology, and medical technology. The company also provides accounts, business, and finance programs, including BS in accountancy; and BS in business administration with majors in business economics, financial management, marketing management, human resource development management, operations management, business management, internal auditing, and legal management. In addition, it offers BS in hotel and restaurant management, and tourism management; Doctor of Education with major in educational administration; MA in education with majors in educational administration, thesis and non-thesis curriculum and instruction, and special education; Bachelor of Elementary Education with majors in general and special education; Bachelor of Secondary Education with majors in mathematics, sports and recreational management, English, and general science; and Bachelor of Physical Education with major in school physical education certificate and teacher certificate programs. Further, the company provides other programs that include BS in architecture; Bachelor of Fine Arts with majors in advertising arts and painting; Bachelor of Law and Juris Doctor; MA and BS in nursing; Master of Business Administration; and BS in accounting technology and information technology. Additionally, it offers engineering and computer studies programs; and pre-school to high school education. The Far Eastern University, Incorporated was founded in 1928 and is based in Manila, the Philippines.

MGM China Holdings Ltd. owns a luxury resort, hotel, and casino located in Macau. The Company is also exploring other casino gaming development opportunities in Macau.

Wynn Macau, Limited owns and operates Wynn Macau, a destination casino resort currently featuring hotel rooms and suites, a casino, casual and fine dining restaurants, retail space and leisure amenities.

Skylark Co. Ltd. mainly operates a family restaurant chain across Japan.  The Company offers Japanese-style, Western-style, and Asia-style foods for a wide variety of targeted customer segments.  Skylark also sells food and provides delivery servies.

McDonald's Holdings Company (Japan), Ltd. operates a hamburger fast food restaurant chain throughout Japan.  The Company operates its own stores and franchise stores.

Jubilant Foodworks Ltd. owns and operates fast food chains. The Company offers donuts, baked goods, coffee, bagels, muffin, fruit milkshakes, smoothies, tea, sandwiches, pizza, and beverages. Jubilant Foodworks serves its products to customers throughout India.

Minor International PCL is a global company focused on three primary businesses including restaurants, hotels and lifestyle brands distribution.

The Wendy's Company operates fast-food restaurants. The Company owns, operates, and franchises fast-food restaurants located throughout countries that include the United States, Singapore, the Middle East and North Africa, the Russian Federation, the Eastern Caribbean, Argentina, the Philippines and Japan.

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation is a worldwide developer, marketer, seller and manager of vacation ownership resorts and vacation club, destination club and exchange programs, principally under the "Marriott" and "Ritz-Carlton" brands and trademarks, which we license from Marriott International and Ritz-Carlton.

Travel + Leisure Co. operates as a hospitality company. The Company focuses on providing vacation ownership, managed rental, and exchange services, as well as owns vacation resorts and exchange properties. Travel + Leisure serves customers worldwide.

Genting Malaysia Berhad operates a tourist resort in Genting Highlands which includes hotels, restaurants, casinos, and recreational and amusement facilities. Through its subsidiaries, the Company also develops and leases property, operates leisure and hospitality services, and provides time share ownership scheme.

Jollibee Foods Corporation owns, franchises and manages a network of fast food restaurants under the trade name Jollibee. The Company was incorporated in 1978.

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Jollibee Foods (JFC PM)

Jollibee's (JFC PM) Risky Bet: Compose Coffee Acquisition in a Competitive Market

Cautious on Jollibee's acquisition of Compose coffee. Though it presents growth opportunities, the intense competition and inherent challenges of...

Devi Subhakesan