Asia Pac IPO & Placement Research, China biotech, Aequitas Research

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Asia Pac IPO & Placement Research, China biotech

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.

Quantitative Analysis

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<li>We analyse the changes of A-H premium on 143 stocks over the last week. The average A-H premium was 114.6% as of Jun 30th.</li>
<li>The average A-H premium changed by -5.2ppt week on week, led by health care, information technology, consumer discretionary and offset by consumer staples.</li>
<li>We analyzed A-H premium changes in the past week and highlight A-H premium changes for Tianqi Lithium, CQRC Bank, Shanghai Fudan, Joinn Lab, Remegen, Cansino Biologics.</li>
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We analyse the changes of A-H premium on 143 stocks over the last week. The average A-H premium was 114.6% as of Jun 30th.
The average A-H premium changed by -5.2ppt week on week, led by health care, information technology, consumer discretionary and offset by consumer staples.
We analyzed A-H premium changes in the past week and highlight A-H premium changes for Tianqi Lithium, CQRC Bank, Shanghai Fudan, Joinn Lab, Remegen, Cansino Biologics.


A-H Premium Weekly (Jun 30th): Healthcare Led Premium Decline

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<li>We analyze the weekly Shanghai/Shenzhen northbound Connect flows with our data engine for holding position as of June 23rd.</li>
<li>We estimate the weekly inflows to be US$43.7 million, led by industrials, information technology, communication services sectors, and offset by materials, financials.</li>
<li>We estimate the inflows to be USD 43 mil last week and highlight flows for China Cssc, Dahua.</li>
</ul>


We analyze the weekly Shanghai/Shenzhen northbound Connect flows with our data engine for holding position as of June 23rd.
We estimate the weekly inflows to be US$43.7 million, led by industrials, information technology, communication services sectors, and offset by materials, financials.
We estimate the inflows to be USD 43 mil last week and highlight flows for China Cssc, Dahua.


Northbound Flows (Jun 23rd): China Cssc, Dahua

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

Brian Freitas

Pan-Asia Index Rebalances/ Events/ Delta One

Periscope Analytics

Periscope Analytics focuses on event-driven trades across Asia Pacific and provides comprehensive, timely and systematic coverage of index changes to major Asia Pacific indices in a structured manner.

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.

Periscope Analytics works with multi-strategy hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, stat arb trading groups and long-only investors that invest and trade in the Asia Pacific region with the data being used to trade index rebalances, avoid pre-positioning and passive flow, and to time entry into and exit from stocks.

Event-Driven Trades Across Asia Pacific

Event-Driven

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<li>There are 3 inclusions for the MVIS Global Rare Earth/Strategic Metals Index at the June rebalance. Plus there are free float and capping changes.</li>
<li>One way turnover is estimated at 10.6% and will result in a one-way trade of US$66m. There are a few stocks with over 0.5 days of ADV to trade.</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/yunnan-chihong-zinc-germanium-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:1779:1" rel="noopener">Yunnan Chihong Zinc&amp;Germanium Co, Ltd. (600497 CH)</a> was not added to the index while <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/ioneer-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:10264:1" rel="noopener">ioneer Ltd (INR AU)</a> has avoided deletion in June.</li>
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There are 3 inclusions for the MVIS Global Rare Earth/Strategic Metals Index at the June rebalance. Plus there are free float and capping changes.
One way turnover is estimated at 10.6% and will result in a one-way trade of US$66m. There are a few stocks with over 0.5 days of ADV to trade.

Yunnan Chihong Zinc&amp;Germanium Co, Ltd. (600497 CH) was not added to the index while ioneer Ltd (INR AU) has avoided deletion in June.


MVIS Global Rare Earth/​​​​Strategic Metals Index Rebalance: Three Adds; Float & Capping Changes

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<li>We analyze the weekly Shanghai/Shenzhen northbound Connect flows with our data engine for holding position as of May 19th.</li>
<li>We estimate the weekly outflows to be US$152.9 million, led by financials, consumer staples, and offset by industrials, information technology, health care.</li>
<li>We highlight flows for CATL, Advanced Micro, Kunlun Tech, Tianqi Lithium, Sungrow Power Supply, Moutai, Longi Green, Ping An Insurance, Haitian Flavouring.</li>
</ul>


We analyze the weekly Shanghai/Shenzhen northbound Connect flows with our data engine for holding position as of May 19th.
We estimate the weekly outflows to be US$152.9 million, led by financials, consumer staples, and offset by industrials, information technology, health care.
We highlight flows for CATL, Advanced Micro, Kunlun Tech, Tianqi Lithium, Sungrow Power Supply, Moutai, Longi Green, Ping An Insurance, Haitian Flavouring.


Northbound Flows (May 19th): CATL, Advanced Micro, Kunlun Tech, Tianqi Lithium, Sungrow

Pan-Asia Catalysts/Events, Quiddity Advisors

David Blennerhassett

Pan-Asia Catalysts/Events

Quiddity Advisors

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<li>Aussie lithium miner <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/allkem-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:3572:1" rel="noopener">Allkem Ltd (AKE AU)</a> has inked a $US10bn+ merger with <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/livent-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:27434:1" rel="noopener">Livent (LTHM US)</a> to form the world's fifth largest lithium producer.</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/profiles/travis-lundy" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="accounts:25" rel="noopener">Travis Lundy</a> tackled this "merger-of-equals" and the index implications in <a href="https://skr.ma/kwkmN" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Allkem/Livent (AKE AU | LTHM US) Merger Of Lithium Equals Has Index Surprises</a>. </li>
<li>The spoils of ongoing lithium demand for electric vehicle batteries will ostensibly go to the prevalent, low-cost producer. Yet Livent shareholders may question the lack of premium in the transaction. </li>
</ul>


Aussie lithium miner Allkem Ltd (AKE AU) has inked a $US10bn+ merger with Livent (LTHM US) to form the world's fifth largest lithium producer.

Travis Lundy tackled this "merger-of-equals" and the index implications in Allkem/Livent (AKE AU | LTHM US) Merger Of Lithium Equals Has Index Surprises. 
The spoils of ongoing lithium demand for electric vehicle batteries will ostensibly go to the prevalent, low-cost producer. Yet Livent shareholders may question the lack of premium in the transaction. 


China

Zhejiang Longsheng Group Co., Ltd. manufactures a variety of dyes including high intensity and rapid-dying Lonsperse Dye. The Company sells its products domestically and exports worldwide.

Zhejiang Longsheng Group Co., (600352 CH)

Zhejiang Huafeng Spandex Co., Ltd. manufactures and markets spandex products.

Hengyi Petrochemical Co., Ltd. manufactures polyester and other petrochemical products.

Zhejiang Weixing New Building Materials Co.,Ltd. develops, manufactures and sells plastic pipes.  The Company's products include poly propylene random (PPR) pipe, polyethylene (PE) pipe, high density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe, and polybutene (PB) pipe.

Zhejiang Weixing New Bldg Mtls (002372 CH)

TongKun Group Co., Ltd. develops, produces and sells polyester and Terylene filament.  The Company also invests in real estate, finance, business trade and education businesses.

Luxi Chemical Group Co., Ltd. manufactures and markets a variety of fertilizers and other chemical products.  The Company's products include urea,  synthetic ammonia, and ammonium acid carbonate.

Jiangsu Yoke Technology Co.,Ltd develops, produces and sells phosphate flame retardant and polyurethane catalyst.  The Company's products include flame retardant, tin catalyst, blowing agent, polyurethane catalyst, and auxiliary agent.

Yunnan Yuntianhua Co., Ltd. manufactures and markets fertilizers and other chemical products.  The Company's products include synthetic ammonia, urea, nitramine, pentaerythritol, sodium formate, and polyformaldehyde.  Yunnan Yuntianhua also manufactures glass fibers and lubricants.

Inner Mongolia Junzheng Energy & Chemical Group Company Limited engages in power generation, power supply, heating power production and supply, trading and chemical products.  The Company's main products include electricity, calcium carbide, ferrosilicon, PVC, and caustic soda.

Inner Mngl Jnzhng Eng & Cmci Gp (601216 CH)

LB Group Co., Ltd. produces and sells chemical products. The Company manufactures and sells titanium, zirconium fine powder materials, and other products. LB Group also exports chemical products.

MITSUBISHI GAS CHEMICAL COMPANY, INC. produces chemical products such as xylene and methanol.  The Company also manufactures engineering plastics and specialty chemicals.

NOF CORPORATION is a diversified chemical producer whose products include processed oil/fats, explosives and other chemical products. The Company has manufacturing/sales subsidiaries in US, Indonesia and China.

Orica Limited is a diversified manufacturing company.  The Company produces industrial and specialty chemicals, polyethylene, surface coatings for vehicles, food and beverage flavoring and fragrances, packaging and appliances. The Company also supplies explosive and blasting services to the mining, quarrying and construction industries.

Incitec Pivot Limited is a fertilizer manufacturer and supplier, and also a supplier for explosives products and services. The Company has operations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Australia.

Resonac Holdings Corporation manufactures and distributes chemical products. The Company produces synthetic resins, petrochemical products, inorganics, and other related products. Resonac Holdings also produces ceramics, metals, carbon, electronic materials, and other products.

Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. manufactures and markets a variety of chemical products. The Company's products include ethylene, propylene and other petrochemicals, basic chemicals, synthetic resins, and fine chemicals.  The Company operates worldwide.

Quaker Chemical Corporation produces, develops, and markets custom-formulated chemical specialty products.  The Company also provides fluid management services for manufacturers around the world, primarily in the steel, automotive, and can industries.

Huntsman Corporation manufactures differentiated and commodity chemical products.  The Company markets a broad range of chemical products and formulations to a diversified group of consumer and industrial customers. Huntsman's products are used in a range of applications, including those in adhesives, aerospace, automotive, construction products, and consumer products.

SKC Co., Ltd. manufactures a variety of films, including polyester films, silicon coated films, and inkjet films.  The Company also produces chemical products, such as propylene oxide, propylene glycol, and styrene monomer. In addition, SKC provides materials for photovoltaic.

Nissan Chemical Industries, Ltd. produces a variety of chemical products, ranging from basic chemicals to functional chemical products.  The Company also manufactures agrochemicals and pharmaceutical products.

Tianqi Lithium Corporation develops, manufactures, and sells lithium products. The Company produces lithium carbonate, lithium chloride, lithium hydroxide, and other related products. Tianqi Lithium markets its products worldwide.

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Tianqi Lithium (9696 HK)

A-H Premium Weekly (Jun 30th): Healthcare Led Premium Decline

We analyzed A-H premium changes in the past week and highlight A-H premium changes for Tianqi Lithium, CQRC Bank, Shanghai Fudan, Joinn Lab,...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Northbound Flows (Jun 23rd): China Cssc, Dahua

We analyzed northbound Shanghai/Shenzhen connect flows in the past week and highlight flows for China Cssc Holding, Zhejiang Dahua.

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

MVIS Global Rare Earth/Strategic Metals Index Rebalance: Three Adds; Float & Capping Changes

There are 3 additions, float & capping changes for REMX in June. One way turnover is estimated at 10.6% resulting in a one-way trade of US$66m....

Brian Freitas

Northbound Flows (May 19th): CATL, Advanced Micro, Kunlun Tech, Tianqi Lithium, Sungrow

We analyzed northbound Shanghai/Shenzhen connect flows in the past week and highlight flows for CATL, Advanced Micro, Kunlun Tech, Tianqi Lithium,...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Allkem/Livent: Enlarged Charging Unit

As Travis pointed out, a cross-border arb will be "difficult" because lithium is a bouncy theme and one could get legged pretty easily. To this,...

David Blennerhassett

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A-H Premium Weekly (Jun 30th): Healthcare Led Premium Decline

We analyzed A-H premium changes in the past week and highlight A-H premium changes for Tianqi Lithium, CQRC Bank, Shanghai Fudan, Joinn Lab,...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Northbound Flows (Jun 23rd): China Cssc, Dahua

We analyzed northbound Shanghai/Shenzhen connect flows in the past week and highlight flows for China Cssc Holding, Zhejiang Dahua.

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

MVIS Global Rare Earth/​​​​Strategic Metals Index Rebalance: Three Adds; Float & Capping Changes

There are 3 additions, float & capping changes for REMX in June. One way turnover is estimated at 10.6% resulting in a one-way trade of US$66m....

Brian Freitas

Northbound Flows (May 19th): CATL, Advanced Micro, Kunlun Tech, Tianqi Lithium, Sungrow

We analyzed northbound Shanghai/Shenzhen connect flows in the past week and highlight flows for CATL, Advanced Micro, Kunlun Tech, Tianqi Lithium,...

Ke Yan, CFA, FRM

Allkem/​Livent: Enlarged Charging Unit

As Travis pointed out, a cross-border arb will be "difficult" because lithium is a bouncy theme and one could get legged pretty easily. To this,...

David Blennerhassett

MVIS Global Rare Earth/Strategic Metals Index Rebalance: Three Adds; Float & Capping Changes

Allkem/Livent: Enlarged Charging Unit