Senior Credit Analyst, Lucror Analytics

Leonard Law, CFA

Senior Credit Analyst

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Lucror Analytics

Lucror Analytics is a leading credit and ESG research specialist and a provider of technology solutions for differentiated fixed income strategies. Our roots are in bottom-up fundamental credit analysis with a specialization in high yield corporate credits from Europe, Asia and Latin America. We are one of few research specialists integrating ESG considerations with fundamental credit research through a dedicated ESG platform. Our ESG assessment covers five key criteria: Disclosure, E,S, & G Pillars, Controversies, ESG Impact on Credit and ESG Momentum.

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<li>In today's Morning Views publication we comment on developments of the following high yield issuers: Sands China, MGM China, Biocon Biologics</li>
<li>In the US, the Conference Board consumer confidence index slipped to 98.3 (102.5 e / 105.3 p) in February, the largest monthly decline since August 2021. The expectations index fell below 80 for the first time since June 2024, with the threshold usually indicating a recession ahead.</li>
<li>Treasuries climbed for a fifth straight day, with yields declining 8-11 bps across the curve given the weak consumer confidence data and amid a strong auction of 5Y notes.</li>
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In today's Morning Views publication we comment on developments of the following high yield issuers: Sands China, MGM China, Biocon Biologics
In the US, the Conference Board consumer confidence index slipped to 98.3 (102.5 e / 105.3 p) in February, the largest monthly decline since August 2021. The expectations index fell below 80 for the first time since June 2024, with the threshold usually indicating a recession ahead.
Treasuries climbed for a fifth straight day, with yields declining 8-11 bps across the curve given the weak consumer confidence data and amid a strong auction of 5Y notes.


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<li>In today's Morning Views publication we comment on developments of the following high yield issuers: Longfor Group, Melco Resorts, Sands China, Tata Motors</li>
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In the US, February nonfarm payrolls increased to 151 k (160 k e / 125 k revised p), albeit the figure came in slightly below estimates. Moreover, the January number was revised downwards to 125 k (143 k p), with the two-month revision at negative 2 k (+100 k p). The unemployment rate edged up to 4.1% (4.0% e / 4.0% p). The average hourly earnings rose 0.3% m-o-m (0.3% e / 0.4% revised p) and 4.0% y-o-y (4.1% e / 3.9% revised p).
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Fed Chairman Jerome Powell has reiterated that the US central bank is in no rush to reduce rates. He said: “Despite elevated levels of uncertainty, the US economy continues to be in a good place”, adding that “sentiment readings have not been a good predictor of consumption growth in recent years”.
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In today's Morning Views publication we comment on developments of the following high yield issuers: Longfor Group, Melco Resorts, Sands China, Tata Motors

In the US, February nonfarm payrolls increased to 151 k (160 k e / 125 k revised p), albeit the figure came in slightly below estimates. Moreover, the January number was revised downwards to 125 k (143 k p), with the two-month revision at negative 2 k (+100 k p). The unemployment rate edged up to 4.1% (4.0% e / 4.0% p). The average hourly earnings rose 0.3% m-o-m (0.3% e / 0.4% revised p) and 4.0% y-o-y (4.1% e / 3.9% revised p).


Fed Chairman Jerome Powell has reiterated that the US central bank is in no rush to reduce rates. He said: “Despite elevated levels of uncertainty, the US economy continues to be in a good place”, adding that “sentiment readings have not been a good predictor of consumption growth in recent years”.



Trung Nguyen

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<li>In today's Morning Views publication we comment on developments of the following high yield issuers: Softbank Group, Sands China, Vedanta Resources</li>
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In the US, the ISM manufacturing index climbed to expansion territory at 50.9 in January (50.0 e / 49.2 revised p), after being in contraction mode for 26 consecutive months.
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Separately, the January (final) S&amp;P US manufacturing PMI rose to 51.2 (49.4 p), above the preliminary reading of 50.1. US President Donald Trump has agreed to a 30-day pause on his tariff threats against Mexico and Canada, after the two neighbouring countries pledged to bolster border-enforcement efforts in response to Mr Trump’s demands to crack down on illegal immigration and drug smuggling. 
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In today's Morning Views publication we comment on developments of the following high yield issuers: Softbank Group, Sands China, Vedanta Resources

In the US, the ISM manufacturing index climbed to expansion territory at 50.9 in January (50.0 e / 49.2 revised p), after being in contraction mode for 26 consecutive months.


Separately, the January (final) S&amp;P US manufacturing PMI rose to 51.2 (49.4 p), above the preliminary reading of 50.1. US President Donald Trump has agreed to a 30-day pause on his tariff threats against Mexico and Canada, after the two neighbouring countries pledged to bolster border-enforcement efforts in response to Mr Trump’s demands to crack down on illegal immigration and drug smuggling. 



Asian Hedge Fund Manager, Long Short Equity, Macro

David Mudd

Cross Asset Strategy

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<li>Wide dispersion of returns has meant that industry sector investing  was a major performance contributor in Hong Kong</li>
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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/lygend-resources-technology" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:36493:1" rel="noopener">Lygend Resources &amp; Technology (2245 HK)</a> brokeout after Indonesia announced a moratorium on new nickel mining permits.  <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/sino-biopharmaceutical" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:230:1" rel="noopener">Sino Biopharmaceutical (1177 HK)</a> broke its falling wedge pattern after announcing results.
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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/wynn-macau-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:473:1" rel="noopener">Wynn Macau Ltd (1128 HK)</a> broke to a new low after announcing a disappointing 2Q EBITDA.  The sector is also affected by a crackdown on illegal money exchange operations.
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Wide dispersion of returns has meant that industry sector investing  was a major performance contributor in Hong Kong

Lygend Resources &amp; Technology (2245 HK) brokeout after Indonesia announced a moratorium on new nickel mining permits.  Sino Biopharmaceutical (1177 HK) broke its falling wedge pattern after announcing results.


Wynn Macau Ltd (1128 HK) broke to a new low after announcing a disappointing 2Q EBITDA.  The sector is also affected by a crackdown on illegal money exchange operations.



Technically Speaking, Breakouts and Breakdowns: HONG KONG (AUGUST 15)

Global Gaming and Casinos Industry Specialist, Casino Business Review LLC

Howard J Klein

Global Gaming and Casinos Industry Specialist

Casino Business Review LLC

Extensive experience in marketing and development in the Asian gaming market

Global Gaming and Casinos Industry

Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>With five major China mainland markets expected to re-open by November, we see pent up demand sparking daily visitor footfall to Macau.</li>
<li>Golden Week total arrivals could reach an aggregate 170,000 despite Beijing's warning travelers to stay home. 2019 Golden Week drew 665,000 visitors.</li>
<li>At HK$19.960 a share at writing, market sentiment does not yet appear to recognize the first meaningful easing in China travel bans since the 2020 lockdowns.</li>
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With five major China mainland markets expected to re-open by November, we see pent up demand sparking daily visitor footfall to Macau.
Golden Week total arrivals could reach an aggregate 170,000 despite Beijing's warning travelers to stay home. 2019 Golden Week drew 665,000 visitors.
At HK$19.960 a share at writing, market sentiment does not yet appear to recognize the first meaningful easing in China travel bans since the 2020 lockdowns.


Sands China Ltd: The Best Value Entry Point in the Sector as EVisa Easing Begins

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Sands China Ltd. develops, owns, and operates integrated resorts, retail malls, and casinos. The Company also manages convention and exhibition halls in Macau.

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