SGX Market Strategist, Equity & Fixed Income, Singapore Exchange Ltd (SGX)

Geoff Howie

SGX Market Strategist, Equity & Fixed Income

Asia’s leading multi-asset exchange

Singapore Exchange Ltd (SGX)

Singapore Exchange is Asia’s leading and trusted market infrastructure, facilitating the exchange of capital and ideas to create value for people, businesses and economies. As a multi-asset exchange operating equity, fixed income and derivatives markets to the highest regulatory standards, SGX is a vertically integrated business that provides listing, trading, clearing, settlement, depository and data services.

With about 40% of listed companies and over 80% of listed bonds originating outside of Singapore as well as established linkages across the region and in Europe, SGX is Asia’s most international and connected exchange. Offering a full suite of derivatives products across Asian equity indices, commodities and currencies, SGX is the world’s most liquid international market for the benchmark equity indices of China, India, Japan and ASEAN.

As Asia’s pioneering central counterparty, SGX is globally recognised for its risk management and clearing capabilities, and was one of the first globally to adopt the Principles for Financial Market Infrastructure.

Headquartered in AAA-rated Singapore, SGX has over 800 employees including offices in Beijing, Chicago, Hong Kong, London, New York, Mumbai, San Francisco, Shanghai and Tokyo.

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<ul><li>Director filings and buybacks continue at stronger pace INSTITUTIONS were net sellers of Singapore stocks over the five trading sessions through to Mar 7, with S$224 million of net institutional outflow, as 26 primary-listed companies conducted buybacks with a total consideration of S$24.4 million, quadrupling the buyback consideration of the preceding five sessions.</li><li>This increased his total interest from 53.27 per cent to 53.61 per cent.</li><li>This followed his acquisition of 4.5 million shares between Feb 27 and 28.</li></ul>

Director filings and buybacks continue at stronger pace INSTITUTIONS were net sellers of Singapore stocks over the five trading sessions through to Mar 7, with S$224 million of net institutional outflow, as 26 primary-listed companies conducted buybacks with a total consideration of S$24.4 million, quadrupling the buyback consideration of the preceding five sessions.This increased his total interest from 53.27 per cent to 53.61 per cent.This followed his acquisition of 4.5 million shares between Feb 27 and 28.

Director Filings & Buybacks Continue Stronger Pace

<ul><li>Director filings and buyback momentum return Singapore Technologies Engineering (ST Engg) led the buyback consideration tally, repurchasing 500,000 shares at an average price of S$3.97 each on Feb 29.</li><li>On Feb 26, LHT Holdings managing director Yap Mui Kee acquired 61,000 shares at an average price of S$1.05 per share.</li></ul>

Director filings and buyback momentum return Singapore Technologies Engineering (ST Engg) led the buyback consideration tally, repurchasing 500,000 shares at an average price of S$3.97 each on Feb 29.On Feb 26, LHT Holdings managing director Yap Mui Kee acquired 61,000 shares at an average price of S$1.05 per share.

Director filings and buyback momentum return

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Henry Soediarko

Asian Insight Provider - Actionable ideas

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. 

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<li>The share price has increased by around 20% since mid-last year.</li>
<li>A new revenue stream from the booking fee through the Zig app and calls that, albeit small, it was never possible to share upside with cabbies before. </li>
<li>Extension from 15 days to 30 days visa-free for Chinese tourists to come to Singapore on early 2024. </li>
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The share price has increased by around 20% since mid-last year.
A new revenue stream from the booking fee through the Zig app and calls that, albeit small, it was never possible to share upside with cabbies before. 
Extension from 15 days to 30 days visa-free for Chinese tourists to come to Singapore on early 2024. 


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UOB Kay Hian

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<ul><li>2022 profit margins expanded due to strong performance from the Healthcare Services segment; Raffles Medical is facing a global shortage of healthcare workers; increased contributions are expected as China operations pick up steam.</li><li>With tailwinds and Raffles Medical's share price currently trading at attractive valuations, we maintain BUY rating on Raffles Medical with target price S$1.90.</li><li>Despite tapering COVID-19-related activities, Raffles Medical noted that the increase in 2022 profit margin for the Healthcare Services segment was led by better operating leverage due to higher volume of operations in 2022. </li></ul><p><em>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.</em></p>

2022 profit margins expanded due to strong performance from the Healthcare Services segment; Raffles Medical is facing a global shortage of healthcare workers; increased contributions are expected as China operations pick up steam.With tailwinds and Raffles Medical's share price currently trading at attractive valuations, we maintain BUY rating on Raffles Medical with target price S$1.90.Despite tapering COVID-19-related activities, Raffles Medical noted that the increase in 2022 profit margin for the Healthcare Services segment was led by better operating leverage due to higher volume of operations in 2022. Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Raffles Medical Group - Attractive Valuation Arising From Recent Share Price Weakness

Global Healthcare Analyst

Tina Banerjee

Thomson Medical Group Limited / Equity Bottom-Up

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/thomson-medical-group-limited" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:8495:1" rel="noopener">Thomson Medical Group Limited (TMG SP)</a> has updated its future growth plan in Southeast Asia. The company is currently in preliminary confidential discussions to explore a potential transaction.</li>
<li>Media reports suggest, Thomson Medical is eyeing a controlling stake in Vietnam-based leading multi-specialized tertiary care provider, FV Hospital for $300–400M.  </li>
<li>Thomson Medical has a strong balance sheet, with cash reserve of S$143M, against debt of S$626M. Last month, the company has issued S$120M 5.5% notes due 2028.</li>
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Thomson Medical Group Limited (TMG SP) has updated its future growth plan in Southeast Asia. The company is currently in preliminary confidential discussions to explore a potential transaction.
Media reports suggest, Thomson Medical is eyeing a controlling stake in Vietnam-based leading multi-specialized tertiary care provider, FV Hospital for $300–400M.  
Thomson Medical has a strong balance sheet, with cash reserve of S$143M, against debt of S$626M. Last month, the company has issued S$120M 5.5% notes due 2028.


Thomson Medical Group (TMG SP): Scouting for Expansion in South East Asia

Singapore

Talkmed Group Limited provides medical oncology services to patients.

Q & M Dental Group (Singapore) Limited operates dental clinics. The Company offers aesthetic, children's and general dentistry; fits crowns, dentures and braces; and offers bleeding gum treatment, gum surgery and oral surgery; and treats snoring and teeth grinding.

Healthway Medical Corp. Ltd. provides outpatient medical services in Singapore. The Company offers care in the areas of family medicine, specialists care, dental and oral care and medical aesthetics.

ISEC Healthcare Ltd. provides eyecare (ophthalmology) services in Malaysia and Singapore. The Company provides clinical care, research and educational services. ISEC Healthcare operates across Malaysia and Singapore.

OUE Lippo Healthcare Limited ("OUELH") is a subsidiary company of OUE Limited ("OUE") and is listed on the Catalist Board of Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited.

OUELH provides high-quality and sustainable healthcare solutions through the acquisition, development, management, and operations of healthcare facilities across Asia. Leveraging on the strategic partnerships it has, OUELH continually seeks to expand its portfolio across the region.

Established in May 2001, Cordlife Group Limited ("Cordlife", together with its subsidiaries, the "Group") is a leading company dedicated to safeguarding the well-being of mother and child. The Group is listed on the Mainboard of the Singapore Exchange since 2012 and is a pioneer in private cord blood banking in Asia.

Cordlife owns the largest network of cord blood banks in Asia with full stem cell banking facilities in six key markets, namely Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, India, Malaysia and the Philippines. In Singapore, Hong Kong, the Philippines and Indonesia, Cordlife operates the largest private cord blood banks and it is amongst the top three market leaders in India and Malaysia. In January 2018, Cordlife became the market leader in Hong Kong with the acquisition of the largest private cord blood bank, Healthbaby Biotech (Hong Kong) Co., Limited. Through its majority-owned subsidiary in Malaysia, Stemlife Berhad, Cordlife holds an indirect stake in Thailand's largest private cord blood bank, Thai Stemlife. Cordlife has also established its presence in Myanmar, Vietnam, Macau, Brunei and Bangladesh.

Beyond cord blood, cord lining and cord tissue banking, Cordlife offers a comprehensive suite of diagnostics services for the family including non-invasive prenatal testing, paediatric vision screening, newborn metabolic screening and family genetic screening services.  Quality and customer focus are amongst some of the cornerstones of Cordlife.

HC Surgical Specialists Limited operates as a medical services group. The Company focuses on the provision of endoscopic procedures, including gastroscopies and colonoscopies, and general surgery services with a focus on colorectal procedures. HC Surgical Specialists serves customers in Singapore.

AsiaMedic Limited is a healthcare provider that focuses on the management of clinical services in the fields of disease prevention, early illness detection, and advanced diagnostics. The Company provides clinical and management services in Singapore and Internationally.

Religare Health Trust is structured as a business trust and invests in medical and healthcare assets and services in Asia, Australasia and emerging markets.

Bangkok Chain Hospital Public Company Limited operates a chain of hospitals in Thailand serving both the cash and managed care markets.

SHIP HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS, INC. mainly distributes medical equipment and physics & chemistry equipment.  The Company also sells equipment used for medical facility and office automation.  Ship Healthcare provides integrated consultation as well as maintenance services.

AS ONE CORPORATION wholesales laboratory equipment, scientific equipment, and related products.  The Company sells its products through catalogs and provides quick delivery by using the on-line ordering system.

Teladoc Health, Inc. provides healthcare services. The Company diagnoses, recommends treatment, and prescribes medication for routine medical issues through phone and video consultations. Teladoc operates in the United States.

Sigma Healthcare Limited wholesales and distributes pharmaceutical products. The Company offers prescription, over-the-counter, and generic drugs. Sigma Healthcare serves customers in Australia.

Tibet Rhodiola Pharmaceutical Holding Co. develops, manufactures, and markets Tibet medicines.  The Company's products include Rhodiola capsules, Rhodiola pellets, and other related medicines.

Brookdale Senior Living Inc. operates senior living facilities in the United States.  The Company offers its residents access to a full continuum of services across all sectors of the senior living industry.  Brookdale Senior operates independent living facilities, assisted living facilities, continuing care retirement communities, and a skilled nursing facility.

U.S. Physical Therapy, Inc. develops, owns, and operates outpatient physical therapy clinics in partnership with physical therapists. The Company and its partners operate freestanding outpatient clinics throughout the United States.

Spire Healthcare Group PLC provides private healthcare throughout the United Kingdom.

AEVIS VICTORIA SA operates as an investment company. The Company focuses on investments in healthcare, lifestyle, and infrastructure sectors. AEVIS VICTORIA investments includes private clinics in medical residences, ambulatory centers, and medical real estate and infrastructures.

Raffles Medical Group Limited is a health care provider.  The Company operates medical clinics, imaging centers, and medical laboratories.  Raffles provides general and specialized medical, medical evacuation, medical advisory, and dental treatment services.

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Director filings and buybacks continue at stronger pace INSTITUTIONS were net sellers of Singapore stocks over the five trading sessions through...

Singapore Exchange Ltd (SGX)

Director filings and buyback momentum return

Director filings and buyback momentum return Singapore Technologies Engineering (ST Engg) led the buyback consideration tally, repurchasing...

Singapore Exchange Ltd (SGX)

Comfortdelgro (CD): The Chinese Is Back

Comfortdelgro enjoys new revenue stream that allows upside participation in the number of rides, and longer visa-free stay for Chinese tourists in...

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Raffles Medical Group - Attractive Valuation Arising From Recent Share Price Weakness

With tailwinds and Raffles Medical's share price currently trading at attractive valuations, we maintain BUY rating on Raffles Medical with target...

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Thomson Medical Group (TMG SP): Scouting for Expansion in South East Asia

Thomson Medical is eyeing a controlling stake in a Vietnam-based hospital. With an aging population, rapidly growing middle class, and increasing...

Tina Banerjee