Senior Credit Analyst, Lucror Analytics

Leonard Law, CFA

Senior Credit Analyst

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The spread of COVID-19 and, to a lesser degree, the oil price war between Russia and Saudi Arabia overshadowed most other issues in March. These twin shocks are posing unprecedented challenges to the Asian HY market. Against this backdrop, we look at recent developments in China, where the pandemic began and where the economy seems to be returning to normal. We also evaluate the liquidity of each name in our coverage universe, in view of the uncertainties that prevail with respect to the macro and business-specific impact of the current situation. The Asia Monthly focuses on providing updates on recent events, information on new issues and spread movements, as well as summarising our top picks and discussing specific areas of interest in the â€œIn-Focusâ€‌ section. The Asia Monthly is intended to broaden investors' understanding of the Asian USD high-yield market.

  The spread of COVID-19 and, to a lesser degree, the oil price war between Russia and Saudi Arabia overshadowed most other issues in March. These twin shocks are posing unprecedented challenges to the Asian HY market. Against this backdrop, we look at recent developments in China, where the pandemic began and where the economy seems to be returning to normal. We also evaluate the liquidity of each name in our coverage universe, in view of the uncertainties that prevail with respect to the macro and business-specific impact of the current situation.   The Asia Monthly focuses on providing updates on recent events, information on new issues and spread movements, as well as summarising our top picks and discussing specific areas of interest in the â€œIn-Focusâ€‌ section. The Asia Monthly is intended to broaden investors' understanding of the Asian USD high-yield market. 

Asia HY Monthly - COVID-19 And Oil Shock Update (March 2020) - Lucror Analytics

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Hopsonâ€™s FY 2019 results were in line with our expectations. The top-line increase was sound, given the recovery in contracted sales growth over the past two years. The healthy contracted sales in FY 2019 have set a solid base for revenue recognition. However, the property delivery pace couldآ slow given the disruptionsآ to construction works amid theآ COVID-19 pandemic. Other effects ofآ the outbreak include weaker contracted sales, and a reduction in rental and management fees. Hopsonâ€™s borrowings were elevated in FY 2019آ as more bank loans were raised to fulfil construction needs, with the company returning to the offshore bondآ market as well, issuing new Notes. This raisedآ the financing costs this year, while recurring income could be negatively impacted.

  Hopsonâ€™s FY 2019 results were in line with our expectations. The top-line increase was sound, given the recovery in contracted sales growth over the past two years. The healthy contracted sales in FY 2019 have set a solid base for revenue recognition. However, the property delivery pace couldآ slow given the disruptionsآ to construction works amid theآ COVID-19 pandemic. Other effects ofآ the outbreak include weaker contracted sales, and a reduction in rental and management fees.   Hopsonâ€™s borrowings were elevated in FY 2019آ as more bank loans were raised to fulfil construction needs, with the company returning to the offshore bondآ market as well, issuing new Notes. This raisedآ the financing costs this year, while recurring income could be negatively impacted. 

Hopson - Earnings Flash - FY 2019 Results - Lucror Analytics

The Asia HY Trade Recommendations report for March 2020 includes a summary of our recommendations and high-conviction ideas. We also provide relative-value charts and lists of the bonds in the Lucror Asia HY index.

The Asia HY Trade Recommendations report for March 2020 includes a summary of our recommendations and high-conviction ideas. We also provide relative-value charts and lists of the bonds in the Lucror Asia HY index. 

Asia HY Trade Recommendations - March 2020 - Lucror Analytics

While 2020 began on an optimistic note, sentiment has changed significantly with the outbreak of the COVID-19 coronavirus, which has spread rapidly across continents.آ  In our view, key concerns include: [1] potential demand impact on industries with significant human interaction; [2] potential impact on the economy if consumer sentiment deteriorates materially; [3] potential impact on labour force productivity; [4] potential impact on the supply chains of industries; and [5] potential impact on financial markets. We are cautious on companies which are highly levered, cyclical, have limited liquidity or significant debt maturities in the near term. In the report, we assess the impact of COVID-19 on: [1] Europe, China/Asia and the Americas; [2] supply chains; and [3] the sectors and companies under our coverage.

  While 2020 began on an optimistic note, sentiment has changed significantly with the outbreak of the COVID-19 coronavirus, which has spread rapidly across continents.آ    In our view, key concerns include: [1] potential demand impact on industries with significant human interaction; [2] potential impact on the economy if consumer sentiment deteriorates materially; [3] potential impact on labour force productivity; [4] potential impact on the supply chains of industries; and [5] potential impact on financial markets. We are cautious on companies which are highly levered, cyclical, have limited liquidity or significant debt maturities in the near term.   In the report, we assess the impact of COVID-19 on: [1] Europe, China/Asia and the Americas; [2] supply chains; and [3] the sectors and companies under our coverage. 

COVID-19: Impact On Global High Yield - Lucror Analytics

Lucror Analytics Morning Views comprise our fundamental credit analysis, opinions and trade recommendations on high yield issuers in the region, based on key company-specific developments in the past 24 hours. Our Morning Views include a section with a brief market commentary, key market indicators and a macroeconomic and corporate event calendar.<ul><li><a href='#lucror-entity-13022'>Anton Oilfield</a></li><li><a href='#lucror-entity-2036'>Central China Securities</a></li><li><a href='#lucror-entity-9757'>Fantasia Holdings Group Co</a></li><li><a href='#lucror-entity-8108'>Hopson Development</a></li><li><a href='#lucror-entity-8375'>Shimao Property Holdings</a></li><li><a href='#lucror-entity-216'>Tata Motors Ltd</a></li><li><a href='#lucror-entity-12463'>China Times Publishing Co</a></li></ul>

Lucror Analytics Morning Views comprise our fundamental credit analysis, opinions and trade recommendations on high yield issuers in the region, based on key company-specific developments in the past 24 hours. Our Morning Views include a section with a brief market commentary, key market indicators and a macroeconomic and corporate event calendar.Anton OilfieldCentral China SecuritiesFantasia Holdings Group CoHopson DevelopmentShimao Property HoldingsTata Motors LtdChina Times Publishing Co

Morning Views Asia: Anton Oilfield, Central China Securities, Fantasia Holdings Group Co

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Hopson Development Holdings Limited, through its subsidiaries, develops, manages and invests in properties in China. The Company also operates residential property, commercial property, hotels, tourism and property management.

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Asia HY Monthly - COVID-19 And Oil Shock Update (March 2020) - Lucror Analytics

The spread of COVID-19 and, to a lesser degree, the oil price war between Russia and Saudi Arabia overshadowed most other issues in March. These...

Lucror Analytics

Hopson - Earnings Flash - FY 2019 Results - Lucror Analytics

Hopsonâ€™s FY 2019 results were in line with our expectations. The top-line increase was sound, given the recovery in contracted sales growth over...

Lucror Analytics

Asia HY Trade Recommendations - March 2020 - Lucror Analytics

The Asia HY Trade Recommendations report for March 2020 includes a summary of our recommendations and high-conviction ideas. We also provide...

Lucror Analytics

COVID-19: Impact On Global High Yield - Lucror Analytics

While 2020 began on an optimistic note, sentiment has changed significantly with the outbreak of the COVID-19 coronavirus, which has spread...

Lucror Analytics

Morning Views Asia: Anton Oilfield, Central China Securities, Fantasia Holdings Group Co

Lucror Analytics Morning Views comprise our fundamental credit analysis, opinions and trade recommendations on high yield issuers in the region,...

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