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 2 July, Paradise Co Ltd (034230 KS) announced that it will construct a new high end luxury hotel in Seoul spending about 500 billion won to 550 billion won. </li>
<li>We believe that this construction of the new luxury hotel will have a negative impact on shares of Paradise. </li>
<li>Rather than investing a large sum of money to build a new hotel, many investors would rather have preferred Paradise to increase share buybacks and dividends. </li>
</ul>


On 2 July, Paradise Co Ltd (034230 KS) announced that it will construct a new high end luxury hotel in Seoul spending about 500 billion won to 550 billion won. 
We believe that this construction of the new luxury hotel will have a negative impact on shares of Paradise. 
Rather than investing a large sum of money to build a new hotel, many investors would rather have preferred Paradise to increase share buybacks and dividends. 


Paradise: Expansion into High End Hotel Likely to Destroy Shareholder Value

Event-Driven

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<li>On 7 March, Paradise Co Ltd (034230 KS) announced that it plans to switch its listing from KOSDAQ to KOSPI. </li>
<li>Paradise will be excluded from KOSDAQ150 when it makes the switch to KOSPI. However, it is not certain if and when the company will be included in KOSPI200.</li>
<li>All in all, we would argue that the valuations are not especially appealing for Paradise, despite the sharp pick-up in business in 2023.</li>
</ul>


On 7 March, Paradise Co Ltd (034230 KS) announced that it plans to switch its listing from KOSDAQ to KOSPI. 
Paradise will be excluded from KOSDAQ150 when it makes the switch to KOSPI. However, it is not certain if and when the company will be included in KOSPI200.
All in all, we would argue that the valuations are not especially appealing for Paradise, despite the sharp pick-up in business in 2023.


Paradise Announces A Switch in Listing from KOSDAQ to KOSPI

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<li>On 24 January, Mohegan Gaming &amp; Entertainment announced that it has received the final approval to open a foreigners-only casino at its Inspire resort complex in Incheon, South Korea.</li>
<li>This will become the first new foreigners-only casino in Korea in 19 years. Currently, there are 17 foreigners-only casinos in Korea.</li>
<li>The opening of the Inspire Resort in Incheon, Korea will likely have a negative impact on the foreigners only casino operators in Korea including Paradise Co Ltd (034230 KS).</li>
</ul>


On 24 January, Mohegan Gaming &amp; Entertainment announced that it has received the final approval to open a foreigners-only casino at its Inspire resort complex in Incheon, South Korea.
This will become the first new foreigners-only casino in Korea in 19 years. Currently, there are 17 foreigners-only casinos in Korea.
The opening of the Inspire Resort in Incheon, Korea will likely have a negative impact on the foreigners only casino operators in Korea including Paradise Co Ltd (034230 KS).


Mohegan Gaming's Inspire Resort to Launch the First Foreigners Only Casino in Korea in 19 Years

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<li>Paradise is one of the largest foreigners only casino operators in Korea which should benefit from the end of the ban of Chinese group tours to Korea.</li>
<li>However, Paradise will face additional competition from the opening of the new Inspire Entertainment Resort in Incheon which is expected to open by the end of 2023. </li>
<li>Paradise is likely to benefit from a combination of higher earnings and valuation multiples in the coming months. </li>
</ul>


Paradise is one of the largest foreigners only casino operators in Korea which should benefit from the end of the ban of Chinese group tours to Korea.
However, Paradise will face additional competition from the opening of the new Inspire Entertainment Resort in Incheon which is expected to open by the end of 2023. 
Paradise is likely to benefit from a combination of higher earnings and valuation multiples in the coming months. 


Paradise: Boost from End of Ban of Chinese Group Tours to Korea Vs Inspire Resort Opening in Incheon

Pan-Asia Index Rebalances/ Events/ Delta One, Periscope Analytics

Brian Freitas

Pan-Asia Index Rebalances/ Events/ Delta One

Periscope Analytics

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The analysis includes forecasted inclusions and exclusions to all major Asian indices that have significant amount of tracking assets, including estimates of passive buy/sell flow on the stocks. The service also provides commentary and impact of market consultations, ground rule changes, and other events (IPOs, spin-offs, M&A) that could lead to index changes and passive flow.

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Event-Driven Trades Across Asia Pacific

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/paradise-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:14940:1" rel="noopener">Paradise Co Ltd (034230 KS)</a> will move from the KOSDAQ Market to the KOSPI Market from the open of trading on 24 June.</li>
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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/e-d-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:29151:1" rel="noopener">E&amp;D Co Ltd (101360 KS)</a> will be added to the <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/kosdaq-150-index" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:31077:1" rel="noopener">KOSDAQ 150 Index (KOSDQ150 INDEX)</a> at the close on 21 June to replace <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/paradise-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:14940:1" rel="noopener">Paradise Co Ltd (034230 KS)</a>. </li>
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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/paradise-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:14940:1" rel="noopener">Paradise Co Ltd (034230 KS)</a> belongs to the Consumer Discretionary sector and there is a possibility of inclusion to the <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/korea-stock-exchange-kospi-200" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:26021:1" rel="noopener">Korea Stock Exchange KOSPI 200 (KOSPI2 INDEX)</a> in December.</li>
</ul>



Paradise Co Ltd (034230 KS) will move from the KOSDAQ Market to the KOSPI Market from the open of trading on 24 June.

E&amp;D Co Ltd (101360 KS) will be added to the KOSDAQ 150 Index (KOSDQ150 INDEX) at the close on 21 June to replace Paradise Co Ltd (034230 KS). 

Paradise Co Ltd (034230 KS) belongs to the Consumer Discretionary sector and there is a possibility of inclusion to the Korea Stock Exchange KOSPI 200 (KOSPI2 INDEX) in December.


KOSDAQ150 Adhoc Index Rebalance: Eco&Dream to Replace Paradise Co

South Korea

Hana Tour Service Inc. wholesales a variety of travel related services.  The Company provides outbound, inbound and domestic travel packages and cooperates with credit card companies and Internet shopping malls to market its services. Hana Tour Service also works as general sales agency (GSA) of overseas cruise and rail passes.

Lotte Tour Development Co., Ltd. provides various tour package service. The Company franchises travel agencies, offers home-based travel businesses, and provides leisure-travel information.  The Company also engages in property development and building management and operates duty-free shop business.

Lotte Tour Development Co, Ltd. (032350 KS)

Grand Korea Leisure Co., Ltd. operates casino business.

Ananti Inc. operates as leisure clubs. The Company provides ananti penthouses, ananti coves, ananti clubs, hilton hotels, and other clubs. Ananti offers services throughout South Korea.

E-World owns and operates an amusement park.  The Company's services include theme park rides, movie theaters, concerts, and restaurants.

Modetour Network Inc. provides a wide range of travel services. The Company's main services include overseas bookings, package tours, air courier services, and discount airline ticketing services.

Shinsegae Food Co., Ltd. caters company restaurants, schools, and hospitals. The Company also markets and provides various groceries to food companies and restaurants.  Shinsegae Food operates family restaurants as well.

SM Culture & Contents Co., Ltd. develops, manufactures, and markets various golf balls and other golf related products.  Volvik mainly provides its products to Korea, the U.S., and Japan.

Yong Pyong Resort Co., Ltd. operates recreational resorts.  The resorts feature guest rooms and suits, golf course, ski course, water park, and other water sports facilities.  The Company also engages in real estate business focused on leisure facilities.

ME2ON Co., Ltd. focuses on game entertainment.  The Company's business engages in video game, arcade game, online game, mobile game, PC game and social casino games.

PLENUS Co., Ltd. sells take-out boxed meals through a franchise system as well as operates Japanese restaurants.  The Company also sells foodstuff, packaging material, and business uniforms.

LiJiang YuLong Tourism Co., Ltd. provides travel services in Lijiang, Yunnan. The Company provides cableway transportation, bus transportation, food and beverages services, and other related tourism services.

Hna-Caissa Travel Group is in the business of public transportation catering service, including airline catering and railway catering services. It also provides hotel catering services.

Ruth's Hospitality Group Inc. operates a chain of upscale steak houses. The Company's restaurants are located throughout the United States and in several international locations.

ARCLAND SERVICE CO., LTD. operates a restaurant chain based in Tokyo. The Company mainly serves pork cutlets and barbecue.

HIDAY HIDAKA Corp. operates a chain of Oriental noodle and Chinese restaurants mainly in Saitama Prefecture.  The Company produces noodles, soup, and dumplings at its own factory.

China Travel International Investment Hong Kong Limited, through its subsidiaries, operates tourist attractions, golf clubs, hotels, and other travel related activities.  The Company also provides passenger transportation as well as freight forwarding and cargo services.

China Travel International Investment Hong Kong (308 HK)

China Travel International Investment Hong Kong

Collins Foods Ltd. operates fast-food restaurants.  The Company operates chains of steak and chicken restaurants in Australia.

Formosa International Hotels Corporation operates hotels in Taipei.  The Company provides health club, laundry, business meeting, and other hotel services. In addition, Formosa operates restaurants, night clubs, and hotel management consulting.

Chuy's Holdings Inc. is a full-service restaurant concept offering a distinct menu of authentic Mexican food.  The Company operates chains throughout Texas, Alabama, Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee.

Paradise Co., Ltd. is a gaming company that operates casino facilities in South Korea and Kenya.  The Company offers games, such as roulette, black jack, baccarat, and big wheel.  Paradise, through its subsidiaries, operates retail and hotel business.

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Paradise Co Ltd (034230 KS)

Paradise: Expansion into High End Hotel Likely to Destroy Shareholder Value

Paradise announced that it will construct a new high end luxury hotel in Seoul spending about 500 billion won. The construction of this hotel is...

Douglas Kim

Paradise Announces A Switch in Listing from KOSDAQ to KOSPI

On 7 March, Paradise announced that it plans to switch its listing from KOSDAQ to KOSPI. Valuations are not especially appealing for Paradise,...

Douglas Kim

Mohegan Gaming's Inspire Resort to Launch the First Foreigners Only Casino in Korea in 19 Years

On 24 January, Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment announced that it has received the final approval to open a foreigners-only casino at its Inspire...

Douglas Kim

Paradise: Boost from End of Ban of Chinese Group Tours to Korea Vs Inspire Resort Opening in Incheon

Paradise will receive a big boost from the end of the ban of Chinese group tours to Korea. However, Paradise will face additional competition from...

Douglas Kim

KOSDAQ150 Adhoc Index Rebalance: Eco&Dream to Replace Paradise Co

Eco&Dream will replace Paradise Co in the KOSDAQ150 Index at the close on Friday. Paradise Co could be added to the KOSPI200 Index in December...

Brian Freitas

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