Blue Lotus Non US Internet research, Blue Lotus Research Institute

Ying Pan

Blue Lotus Non US Internet research

China growth and global non-US Internet equities

Blue Lotus Research Institute

Blue Lotus Research is a Hong Kong Type 4 Licensed investment advisory firm focusing on Chinese growth equities and global non-US Internet equities

Thematic (Sector/Industry)

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<li>Bytedance/3690 HK: Douyin in-store GMV increased 256% YoY in 2023, miss target by 5% (+)</li>
<li>PDD: AliExpress to focus on expanding in the US market this year (-)</li>
<li>NTES: The latest developments about the reconciliation between NetEase and Blizzard (+)</li>
</ul>


Bytedance/3690 HK: Douyin in-store GMV increased 256% YoY in 2023, miss target by 5% (+)
PDD: AliExpress to focus on expanding in the US market this year (-)
NTES: The latest developments about the reconciliation between NetEase and Blizzard (+)


[Blue Lotus Daily - TMT Update]: NTES/3690 HK/Bytedance/PDD

Global Emerging Market Equities, Propitious Research

Wium Malan, CFA

Global Emerging Market Equities

Independent, Fundamental Quantitative Research

Propitious Research

Fully independent, fundamental and quantitative equity research, focused on companies in the Telecommunication, Media, Technology, Internet and Healthcare sectors in the Global Emerging Markets. Idea generation focused on Quality stocks, trading below their intrinsic Value, with sound Corporate Governance.

Quantitative Analysis

<ul>
<li>An overview (and output) of our machine learning-driven GEM screening model, which seeks to find the best medium-term long ideas within the top 100 stocks in the MSCI GEM Index.</li>
<li>The model is based on 1) a quantitative multifactor screening model, enhanced by two AI Technology-based approaches; 2) a Deep Neural Network model, and 3) a Recurrent Neural Network model.</li>
<li>Developed over roughly 4 years and implemented in its current state for over 3 years, the model has a solid real-world alpha-generating performance track record, discussed in detail below.</li>
</ul>


An overview (and output) of our machine learning-driven GEM screening model, which seeks to find the best medium-term long ideas within the top 100 stocks in the MSCI GEM Index.
The model is based on 1) a quantitative multifactor screening model, enhanced by two AI Technology-based approaches; 2) a Deep Neural Network model, and 3) a Recurrent Neural Network model.
Developed over roughly 4 years and implemented in its current state for over 3 years, the model has a solid real-world alpha-generating performance track record, discussed in detail below.


Overseas Chinese Equities, Aequitas Research

Ming Lu

Overseas Chinese Equities

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 Bottom-Up

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<li>The authorities granted licenses to 105 new domestic games and promised to review the game law draft.</li>
<li>Alibaba is restructuring its main business unit, Taobao-Tmall, to reach flexibility.</li>
<li>Both Alibaba and JD.com changed their refund policies to follow PDD.</li>
</ul>


The authorities granted licenses to 105 new domestic games and promised to review the game law draft.
Alibaba is restructuring its main business unit, Taobao-Tmall, to reach flexibility.
Both Alibaba and JD.com changed their refund policies to follow PDD.


China Consumption Weekly (1 Jan 2024): Tencent, NetEase, Alibaba, JD.com, PDD

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<li>700HK/ NTES: NPPA publishes domestic game code for December, NetEase and Tencent received game approval (+)</li>
<li>PDD/ VIPS/ BABA/ JD/ ZTO/ 2618.HK/ 1519.HK: Express Parcel Volume collected grows +68% YoY last week (+)</li>
<li>BABA/ PDD/ JD/ VIPS/ ZTO/ 1519.HK: Taobao launches refund without returning the product (+/-/-/-/-)</li>
</ul>


700HK/ NTES: NPPA publishes domestic game code for December, NetEase and Tencent received game approval (+)
PDD/ VIPS/ BABA/ JD/ ZTO/ 2618.HK/ 1519.HK: Express Parcel Volume collected grows +68% YoY last week (+)
BABA/ PDD/ JD/ VIPS/ ZTO/ 1519.HK: Taobao launches refund without returning the product (+/-/-/-/-)


[Blue Lotus Daily - TMT Update]: 700 HK/NTES/PDD/VIPS/BABA/JD/ZTO/2618 HK/1519 HK

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<li>700HK/ NTES/ BILI:  The NPPA has released a draft for public opinion on the &lt;Internet Game Governing Measures&gt;(-/-/-)</li>
<li>700HK/ NTES/ 002624CH/ 300299CH/ BILI:NPPA Announced December Imported Game Code Approvals(////+/+/+)</li>
<li>AMAZ/ SHEIN/ TEMU: Local merchants reportedly unhappy with some new AI features on Amazon (-/+/+)</li>
</ul>


700HK/ NTES/ BILI:  The NPPA has released a draft for public opinion on the &lt;Internet Game Governing Measures&gt;(-/-/-)
700HK/ NTES/ 002624CH/ 300299CH/ BILI:NPPA Announced December Imported Game Code Approvals(////+/+/+)
AMAZ/ SHEIN/ TEMU: Local merchants reportedly unhappy with some new AI features on Amazon (-/+/+)


[Blue Lotus Daily - TMT Update]: 700 HK/NTES/BILI/002624 CH/300299 CH/3690 HK/AMZN/PDD/Shein

China

Kunlun Tech Co., Ltd. offers comprehensive Internet value-added services. The Company focuses on social network interactive and online game fields. Kunlun Tech also provides localized translation outsourcing and agency advertising services.

Bilibili Inc. provides online entertainment services. The Company offers a platform that covers a wide array of genres and media formats, including videos, live broadcasting, mobile games, animation, and comics. Bilibili serves customers in China.

China Ruyi Holdings Limited operates as a holding company. The Company, through its subsidiaries, focuses on online streaming video and internet community businesses. China Ruyi Holdings also manufactures and sells photographic, electronic, and multimedia accessories.

37 Interactive Entertainment Network Technology Group Co.,Ltd designs, develops, and operates mobile games and web games. The Company also provides game promotion, customer service, top-up payment, and other services. 37 Interactive Entertainment Network Technology Group conducts its businesses in China.

37 Interactive Entertainment N (002555 CH)

Zhejiang Huace Film & TV Co., Ltd. specializes in entertainment media production. The Company's products include Mandarin films, TV programs and advertisements.

Zhejiang Huace Film & Televisi (300133 CH)

Shandong Publishing & Media Co., Ltd offers publishing services. The Company publishes and sells books, textbooks, magazines, audio visuals, and other products. Shandong Publishing & Media also manufactures and sells papers.

China Telecom Corporation Limited, through its subsidiaries, provides wireline telephone, data, and Internet, as well as leased line services in China.

Creative China Holdings Limited is program production company. The Company develops programs for television and online broadcasting, and event organization in PRC.

China United Network Communications Limited provides a variety of telecommunication services, including GSM and CDMA wireless telecommunication services, international and domestic long distance communication services, data communication and Internet services, as well as paging services.

Hello Group Inc. operates as a mobile-based social networking platform. The Company enables users to establish and expand social relationships based on location and interests. Hello Group operates out of the Peoples Republic of China.

Nintendo Co., Ltd. globally develops, manufactures and sells home-use video game hardware and software in home entertainment business.  The company also produces home-game products including cards.

Sea Limited offers information technology services. The Company provides online personal computer and mobile digital content, e-commerce, and payment platforms. Sea serves customers worldwide.

World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. operates as a media and entertainment company. The Company offers live wrestling events, television programming, music publishing, advertising, licensing, and home video streaming services. World Wrestling distributes its programs worldwide in various languages.

Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. operates as a holding company. The Company, through its subsidiaries, offers entertainment content, as well as specializes in marketing and licensing, representation, and event management. Endeavor Group Holdings serves customers worldwide.

Roku, Inc. designs and manufactures consumer electronic products. The Company offers wireless enabled devices that stream audio and video content from the internet to home entertainment systems. Roku serves customers globally.

HYBE Co., Ltd. operates as an entertainment company. The Company provides music production, album distribution, entertainers management, publicity, planning, training, and other services. HYBE also makes television shows.

Netmarble Corporation develops and publishes mobile games. The Company develops and publishes casual games, action, sports games, strategy, simulation games, and social casino games. Netmarble offers services worldwide.

Lions Gate Entertainment Corporation develops and distributes film entertainment contents. The Company produces motion pictures, television programming, animation, and digital media. Lions Gate Entertainment serves customers worldwide.

Pearl Abyss Corp. operates as a computer games making company. The Company offers games development, games exporting, and other services. Pearl Abyss serves customers worldwide.

AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. operates as a holding company. The Company, through its subsidiaries, provides theatrical exhibition, movie screening, food distribution, online ticket booking, and other related services. AMC Entertainment offers movie theaters worldwide.

NetEase, Inc. operates as an leading internet technology company providing online services including content, community, communication, and commerce. The Company develops and operates online games, electronic commerce, internet media, innovative business, and other businesses. NetEase expands its businesses to Japan, North American, and other other international markets.

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[Blue Lotus Daily - TMT Update]: NTES/3690 HK/Bytedance/PDD

Bytedance's Douyin in-store GMV grows 256% YoY, slightly missing target. AliExpress to prioritize US expansion. NetEase and Blizzard reconcile,...

Blue Lotus Research Institute

Screening for GEMs: January 2024

This insight provides an overview of our, machine learning-driven, proprietary GEM screening model, based on a Multifactor model, a Deep Neural...

Wium Malan, CFA

China Consumption Weekly (1 Jan 2024): Tencent, NetEase, Alibaba, JD.com, PDD

The authorities granted licenses to 105 new domestic games and promised to review the strict game law. Alibaba is restructuring its main business...

Ming Lu

[Blue Lotus Daily - TMT Update]: 700 HK/NTES/PDD/VIPS/BABA/JD/ZTO/2618 HK/1519 HK

NPPA approves domestic games for NetEase and Tencent, express parcel volume grows 68% YoY, Taobao introduces refund without returning product.

Blue Lotus Research Institute

[Blue Lotus Daily - TMT Update]: 700 HK/NTES/BILI/002624 CH/300299 CH/3690 HK/AMZN/PDD/Shein

The NPPA seeks public opinion on internet game regulations, while imported game code approvals are announced. Local merchants express discontent...

Blue Lotus Research Institute

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[Blue Lotus Daily - TMT Update]: NTES/3690 HK/Bytedance/PDD

​Bytedance's Douyin in-store GMV grows 256% YoY, slightly missing target. AliExpress to prioritize US expansion. NetEase and Blizzard reconcile,...

Blue Lotus Research Institute

Screening for GEMs: January 2024

This insight provides an overview of our, machine learning-driven, proprietary GEM screening model, based on a Multifactor model, a Deep Neural...

Wium Malan, CFA

China Consumption Weekly (1 Jan 2024): Tencent, NetEase, Alibaba, JD.com, PDD

The authorities granted licenses to 105 new domestic games and promised to review the strict game law. Alibaba is restructuring its main business...

Ming Lu

[Blue Lotus Daily - TMT Update]: 700 HK/NTES/PDD/VIPS/BABA/JD/ZTO/2618 HK/1519 HK

​NPPA approves domestic games for NetEase and Tencent, express parcel volume grows 68% YoY, Taobao introduces refund without returning product.

Blue Lotus Research Institute

[Blue Lotus Daily - TMT Update]: 700 HK/NTES/BILI/002624 CH/300299 CH/3690 HK/AMZN/PDD/Shein

​The NPPA seeks public opinion on internet game regulations, while imported game code approvals are announced. Local merchants express discontent...

Blue Lotus Research Institute

Bytedance's Douyin in-store GMV grows 256% YoY, slightly missing target. AliExpress to prioritize US expansion. NetEase and Blizzard reconcile,...

NPPA approves domestic games for NetEase and Tencent, express parcel volume grows 68% YoY, Taobao introduces refund without returning product.

The NPPA seeks public opinion on internet game regulations, while imported game code approvals are announced. Local merchants express discontent...