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Water Tower Research is a leading equity research firm that provides research on micro, small and mid cap companies.

Water Tower Research was founded by Wall Street veterans after witnessing a fundamental shift in the investment research industry with the result being a declining knowledge base among investors, a lack of awareness and a shrinking pool of fundamental research being conducted on companies across the small-cap and micro-cap spectrum. The same issues are now increasingly occurring in the mid-cap space. This sea change within the investment community is impacting not only the companies themselves but also current shareholders and potential investors. With significantly less active sell-side sponsorship by Wall Street, a substantial information gap has developed between companies and various constituents in the financial community. The net result is fewer channels for insight and information to flow between companies and investors.

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<ul><li>The WTR Sustainable Index was down by 1.1% W/W versus the S&amp;P 500 Index (up 2.3%), the Russell 2000 Index (up 1.6%), and the Nasdaq Index (up 3.0%).</li><li>Energy Technology (12.5% of the index) was up by 1.5%, while Industrial Climate and Ag Technology (55.5% of the index) was up by 1.4%, ClimateTech Mining was down 3.0% and Advanced Transportation Solutions (24.2% of index) was down 8.1%.</li><li>Top 10 Performers: GOEV, AMTX, ZEV, LICY, LIDR, EVTV, FFIE, <span style="font-size: var(--content-font-size);">KULR, MVST, NEOV</span></li></ul>

The WTR Sustainable Index was down by 1.1% W/W versus the S&amp;P 500 Index (up 2.3%), the Russell 2000 Index (up 1.6%), and the Nasdaq Index (up 3.0%).Energy Technology (12.5% of the index) was up by 1.5%, while Industrial Climate and Ag Technology (55.5% of the index) was up by 1.4%, ClimateTech Mining was down 3.0% and Advanced Transportation Solutions (24.2% of index) was down 8.1%.Top 10 Performers: GOEV, AMTX, ZEV, LICY, LIDR, EVTV, FFIE, KULR, MVST, NEOV

Weekly Sustainable Investing Surveyor - NWeek Ended March 22, 2024

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Arun George

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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/zeekr-intelligent-technology-holding" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:36785:1" rel="noopener">ZEEKR (ZK US)</a>, a premium Chinese BEV manufacturer and a subsidiary of <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/geely-automobile-holdings-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:127:1" rel="noopener">Geely Auto (175 HK)</a>, has filed for a US$500 million IPO to list on the NYSE.</li>
<li>In <em><strong><a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/insights/zeekr-ipo-the-bull-case" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="insights:117508" rel="noopener">ZEEKR IPO: The Bull Case</a></strong></em>, we highlighted the key elements of the bull case. In this note, we outline the bear case.</li>
<li>The bear case rests on growth slowdown in the second-largest business, high related-parties dependence, Virdi/CEVT gross margin pressure, ongoing operating losses and FCF burn.</li>
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ZEEKR (ZK US), a premium Chinese BEV manufacturer and a subsidiary of Geely Auto (175 HK), has filed for a US$500 million IPO to list on the NYSE.
In ZEEKR 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 growth slowdown in the second-largest business, high related-parties dependence, Virdi/CEVT gross margin pressure, ongoing operating losses and FCF burn.


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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/zeekr-intelligent-technology-holding" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:36785:1" rel="noopener">ZEEKR (ZK US)</a>, a premium Chinese BEV manufacturer and a subsidiary of <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/geely-automobile-holdings-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:127:1" rel="noopener">Geely Auto (175 HK)</a>, has filed for a US$500 million IPO to list on the NYSE.</li>
<li>ZEEKR has launched three models - the luxury shooting brake coupe ZEEKR 001, the luxury pure electric MPV – ZEEKR 009 and the new luxury versatile SUV – ZEEKR X.</li>
<li>The bull case rests on bestselling premium BEVs, rapid vehicle sales growth, rising gross margin, debt-free balance sheet and a favourable cash conversion cycle.</li>
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ZEEKR (ZK US), a premium Chinese BEV manufacturer and a subsidiary of Geely Auto (175 HK), has filed for a US$500 million IPO to list on the NYSE.
ZEEKR has launched three models - the luxury shooting brake coupe ZEEKR 001, the luxury pure electric MPV – ZEEKR 009 and the new luxury versatile SUV – ZEEKR X.
The bull case rests on bestselling premium BEVs, rapid vehicle sales growth, rising gross margin, debt-free balance sheet and a favourable cash conversion cycle.


<div><div><div><div><ul><li>RROYF provides a non-dilutive royalty financing solution (through a combination of short-term loans and the acquisition of revenue-based royalties) to privately held and publicly traded renewable energy and clean energy technology companies.</li><li>RROYF’s objective is to acquire a portfolio of long-term, stable, diversified renewable energy royalty and income streams to provide shareholders with capital appreciation and a growing, sustainable, long-term cash distribution.</li><li>RROYF is a pioneer and the first publicly traded company to provide this royalty financing for the renewable energy and clean technology sector.</li></ul></div></div></div></div>

RROYF provides a non-dilutive royalty financing solution (through a combination of short-term loans and the acquisition of revenue-based royalties) to privately held and publicly traded renewable energy and clean energy technology companies.RROYF’s objective is to acquire a portfolio of long-term, stable, diversified renewable energy royalty and income streams to provide shareholders with capital appreciation and a growing, sustainable, long-term cash distribution.RROYF is a pioneer and the first publicly traded company to provide this royalty financing for the renewable energy and clean technology sector.

Weekly Sustainable Investing Surveyor - Week Ended August 25, 2023

<div><div><div><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li><p>WTR Sustainable Index: During the week ended July 14, 2023, the WTR Sustainable Index performed in line with the broader market, rising 2.6% W/W versus the S&amp;P 500 Index (up 2.4%), the Russell 2000 Index (up 3.6%), and the Nasdaq Composite Index (up 3.3%). Advanced Transportation Solutions (75.1% of the index) has contributed to the index’s outperformance, rising 2.5%, while Energy Technology (6.7% of the index) was up 6.1% and Industrial Climate and Ag Technology was up 2.0%.</p></li><li><p>Valuation: Based on forward 12-month consensus estimates, the current P/E ratio of the WTR Sustainable index is 24.8x versus 21.0x for the S&amp;P 500.</p></li><li><p>Consensus estimates changes: During the week ended July 14, 2023, there were three increases (two in Advanced Transportation Solutions and one in Industrial Climate and Ag Technology) 2022 revenue estimates. </p></li></ul></div></div></div>

WTR Sustainable Index: During the week ended July 14, 2023, the WTR Sustainable Index performed in line with the broader market, rising 2.6% W/W versus the S&amp;P 500 Index (up 2.4%), the Russell 2000 Index (up 3.6%), and the Nasdaq Composite Index (up 3.3%). Advanced Transportation Solutions (75.1% of the index) has contributed to the index’s outperformance, rising 2.5%, while Energy Technology (6.7% of the index) was up 6.1% and Industrial Climate and Ag Technology was up 2.0%.Valuation: Based on forward 12-month consensus estimates, the current P/E ratio of the WTR Sustainable index is 24.8x versus 21.0x for the S&amp;P 500.Consensus estimates changes: During the week ended July 14, 2023, there were three increases (two in Advanced Transportation Solutions and one in Industrial Climate and Ag Technology) 2022 revenue estimates. 

Industry Report Climatetech & Sustainable Investing

United States

Strattec Security Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, and markets mechanical locks, electro-mechanical locks, and related security products. The Company's customers include auto and light truck manufacturers, over-the-road heavy truck manufacturers, and recreational vehicle manufacturers.

Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. manufactures replacement alternators and starters for imported and domestic cars and light trucks in the United States and Canada.  The Company also assembles and distributes ignition wire sets for imported and domestic cars and light trucks.  Motorcar Parts has facilities in the United States, Singapore, and Malaysia.

Superior Industries International, Inc. designs and manufactures motor vehicle parts and accessories.  The Company's products are sold to original equipment manufacturers and the automotive aftermarket on an integrated one-segment basis. Superior's products include vehicle aluminum road wheels, as well as custom road wheels and accessories.

New Pride Corp manufactures and distributes tires for intermodal transports. The Company products includes OEM and retread tires, and also provdies inspection service for intermodal transport related.

WW International, Inc. provides weight control programs. The Company offers subscriptions for commitment plans that give their clients access to meetings and online subscriptions, as well as gives their members guidance and access to a supportive community to help enable them for healthy habits. WW International serves customers worldwide.

Winnebago Industries, Inc. manufactures motor homes that are self-contained recreation vehicles used primarily in leisure travel and outdoor recreation activities.  The Company's motor homes are sold through dealer organizations under the Winnebago, Itasca, Rialta, and Ultimate brand names. Winnebago also manufactures extruded aluminum, commercial vehicles, and components.

The Cato Corporation and its subsidiaries operate and manage stores in the United States.  The stores, under the names Cato, Cato Fashions, Cato Plus, and It's Fashion!, feature women's apparel and accessories for juniors, misses, and large sizes.  The Company's apparel includes dresses, careerware, coats, hosiery, shoes, handbags, and other related items.

Unifi, Inc. texturizes polyester and nylon filament fiber to produce polyester and nylon yarns, dyed yarns, and spandex yarns covered with nylon and polyester. The Company sells its products to knitters and weavers that produce fabrics for the apparel, automotive upholstery, hosiery, home furnishings, industrial, and other end use markets.

Bassett Furniture Industries, Incorporated manufactures and sells a full line of furniture for the home.  The Company offers bedroom and dining suites, occasional tables and entertainment units, upholstered sofas and love seats, recliners, and mattresses, among other products.  Bassett's products are sold through retailers, including Bassett Furniture Direct.

Duluth Holdings Inc., doing business as Duluth Trading Company, designs and retails apparel products. The Company offers shirts, t-shirts, jeans, footwear, sweaters, big and tall pants, shorts, boxers, socks, jackets, coats, gloves, rainwear, hats, glasses, and watches. Duluth Trading Company serves customers in the United States.

Tan Chong Motor Holdings Berhad assembles and distributes motor vehicles, and manufactures and sells auto parts and accessories. The Company also distributes cosmetics, cellular phones, and industrial, agricultural and construction equipment. Tan Chong Motors provides auto insurance, car rental, travel, leasing, and financing services as well as develops properties.

Niu Technologies designs, manufactures, and distributes e-mobility solutions. The Company offers smart electric two-wheeled vehicles. Niu Technologies markets its products worldwide.

Her Chee Industrial Co., Ltd. manufactures and markets all terrain vehicles (ATVs), go karts, electric bicycles (E-Bikes), motorbikes, scooters, as well as related parts and accessories.

AEON Motor Co Ltd. manufactures and distributes terrain and electric vehicles. The Company sells ATVs, motorcycles and electric carrying vehicle, as well as spare parts. AEON Motor Co Ltd. offers its products in Taiwan.

Hindustan Motors Limited manufactures cars, trucks, diesel engines, bulldozers, cranes, dumpers, compactors, shovels and scrapers. The Company also manufactures a wide range of steel products, axle assemblies, special purpose machine tools, hydraulic pumps and hydraulic valves.

Scooters India Limited manufactures and distributes motorized 2-wheeler and 3-wheeler scooters.

Honda Atlas Cars Pakistan Limited manufactures, assembles and sells Honda vehicles through its many divisions within Pakistan.

Qingling Motors Company Limited produces and sells Isuzu light duty trucks, pickup trucks, multi-purpose sport vehicles, heavy-duty trucks, other vehicles, and automobile parts and accessories.

Vietnam Manufacturing and Export Processing (Holdings) Limited manufactures scooter and cub motorbikes.  The Company produces motorbike engines and parts for use in its own motorbikes and for sale, and also sells and services moulds for making die-cast and forged metal parts.

Vietnam Manufacturing and Export Processing (422 HK)

Vietnam Manufacturing and Export Processing

Hybrid Kinetic Group Ltd. seeks to develop and manufacture hybrid vehicles. The Company's initial targeted production is targeted for 2012.

Canoo Inc. operates as an electric vehicle company. The Company specializes in cars, mini buses, and commercial vehicles for rental and sharing services. Canoo serves customers in the United States.

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Weekly Sustainable Investing Surveyor - NWeek Ended March 22, 2024

The WTR Sustainable Index was down by 1.1% W/W versus the S&P 500 Index (up 2.3%), the Russell 2000 Index (up 1.6%), and the Nasdaq Index (up 3.0%).

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ZEEKR IPO: The Bear Case

The bear case rests on growth slowdown in the second-largest business, high related-parties dependence, Virdi/CEVT gross margin pressure, ongoing...

Arun George

ZEEKR IPO: The Bull Case

The bull case rests on bestselling premium BEVs, rapid vehicle sales growth, rising gross margin, debt-free balance sheet and a favourable cash...

Arun George

Weekly Sustainable Investing Surveyor - Week Ended August 25, 2023

RROYF is a pioneer and the first publicly traded company to provide this royalty financing for the renewable energy and clean technology sector.

Water Tower Research

Industry Report Climatetech & Sustainable Investing

Based on forward 12-month consensus estimates, the current P/E ratio of the WTR Sustainable index is 24.8x versus 21.0x for the S&P 500.

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