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Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>SYM reported fiscal fourth quarter results that at first glance were better than expected, but really included several accounting events that seem to hide how SYM had a poor quarter.</li>
<li>Along with the quarterly results, SYM disclosed a restatement of prior quarterly results where $39.1 million of high-margin revenue was transferred to the fourth quarter. </li>
<li>When we initiated coverage of SYM we were worried about the timing of revenue associated with Walmart (WMT) and not anticipating an accounting mess.</li>
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SYM reported fiscal fourth quarter results that at first glance were better than expected, but really included several accounting events that seem to hide how SYM had a poor quarter.
Along with the quarterly results, SYM disclosed a restatement of prior quarterly results where $39.1 million of high-margin revenue was transferred to the fourth quarter. 
When we initiated coverage of SYM we were worried about the timing of revenue associated with Walmart (WMT) and not anticipating an accounting mess.


IPOs and Catalysts/Events, Global Equity Research Ltd

Arun George

IPOs and Catalysts/Events

Uncompromised, Independent, Conflict-Free Research

Global Equity Research Ltd

Global Equity Research was started in 2017 by a group of experienced research professionals. It was founded on a passionate belief in the importance and the need for uncompromised, independent, conflict-free research. We aim to provide differentiated and actionable primary and bottom up fundamental research.

Event-Driven

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<li>In response to media reports, <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/seven-i-holdings-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:1041:1" rel="noopener">Seven &amp; I Holdings (3382 JP)</a> confirmed receiving a non-binding proposal from Junro Ito (founder’s son) and Ito-Kogyo. No terms were disclosed.</li>
<li>Bloomberg suggests an MBO deal worth up to JPY9 trillion (US$58 billion), which implies an offer of JPY3,467.89, a 39.3% premium to the last close price.</li>
<li>The "white knight" MBO undermines <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/alimentation-couche-tard-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:25103:1" rel="noopener">Alimentation Couche-Tard (ATD CN)</a>’s offer and is a proxy for the restructuring plan's value. Couche-Tard will likely walk if a binding MBO proposal emerges.</li>
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In response to media reports, Seven &amp; I Holdings (3382 JP) confirmed receiving a non-binding proposal from Junro Ito (founder’s son) and Ito-Kogyo. No terms were disclosed.
Bloomberg suggests an MBO deal worth up to JPY9 trillion (US$58 billion), which implies an offer of JPY3,467.89, a 39.3% premium to the last close price.
The "white knight" MBO undermines Alimentation Couche-Tard (ATD CN)’s offer and is a proxy for the restructuring plan's value. Couche-Tard will likely walk if a binding MBO proposal emerges.


Seven & I Holdings (3382 JP): The Rumoured MBO Price Underscores the Trapped Value

External broker reports(aggregated public sources), CMB International

CMB International

External broker reports(aggregated public sources)

Incorporated in Hong Kong, supported by the mainland and targeting in global market, CMB International Capital Corporation Limited (“CMBI”) is an integrated financial institution providing comprehensive and professional services. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Merchants Bank ("CMB"), by leveraging on the Group’s synergy and coordination in domestic and overseas markets, as well as CMB’s strong resources and outstanding social reputation, CMBI and its subsidiaries have been actively implementing diversified business strategies and set up an overall layout of main business segments including Corporate Finance, Asset Management, Wealth Management, Global Markets and Structured Finance, etc. Adhering to the philosophy of “being clients oriented and increasing our own values by the way of creating value for clients”, CMBI endeavors to provide quality and integrated financial services to institutional, corporate and individual customers both domestic and overseas including Hong Kong IPO sponsorship and underwriting, share placement and rights issue for listed companies, financial advisors, bonds issuance services, asset management, direct investment, wealth management, equity sales and trading, etc.

<ul><li>Carote is a global kitchenware brand in the online marketplace.</li><li>It has a presence in around 19 countries/ regions (key markets include China, the US, etc.), selling its kitchenware in about 19 online marketplaces (Amazon, Walmart, Tmall, etc.).</li><li>Thanks to the Company’s nearly two decades of industry experience and consumer insights, and its focus on the online channel and the asset-light model (cooperation with contract manufacturers), it generated RMB 1.58bn sales/ RMB 237mn net profit in FY23 and managed to deliver an impressive CAGR of 53%/ 173% during FY21-23.</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>

Carote is a global kitchenware brand in the online marketplace.It has a presence in around 19 countries/ regions (key markets include China, the US, etc.), selling its kitchenware in about 19 online marketplaces (Amazon, Walmart, Tmall, etc.).Thanks to the Company’s nearly two decades of industry experience and consumer insights, and its focus on the online channel and the asset-light model (cooperation with contract manufacturers), it generated RMB 1.58bn sales/ RMB 237mn net profit in FY23 and managed to deliver an impressive CAGR of 53%/ 173% during FY21-23.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.

Carote Ltd (2549 HK) - Global Quality & Affordable Kitchenware Brand

Tracking developments across tech supply chains, Tech Supply Chain Tracker

Tech Supply Chain Tracker

Tracking developments across tech supply chains

<ul><li>iPhone 16 sales are booming in China and Taiwan, despite facing numerous challenges in the smartphone market.</li><li>Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite is giving a boost to Samsung, but the future of their Exynos processor is now in question.</li><li>The electric vehicle showdown between Musk and Trump is sparking industry discussions, while e-paper apps and large displays are projected to surge in popularity by 2025. Luxshare is halting production of Vision Pro due to excess component inventory, prompting questions about the future of the global wafer foundry industry.</li></ul>

iPhone 16 sales are booming in China and Taiwan, despite facing numerous challenges in the smartphone market.Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite is giving a boost to Samsung, but the future of their Exynos processor is now in question.The electric vehicle showdown between Musk and Trump is sparking industry discussions, while e-paper apps and large displays are projected to surge in popularity by 2025. Luxshare is halting production of Vision Pro due to excess component inventory, prompting questions about the future of the global wafer foundry industry.

Tech Supply Chain Tracker (26-Oct-2024): iPhone 16 sales rise in China, Taiwan; challenges ahead.

Investment Research - Asia Consumer Sector, Investory

Devi Subhakesan

Investment Research - Asia Consumer Sector

ASIA CONSUMER: INSIGHTS AND INVESTMENT IDEAS

Investory

Investory is a Singapore-based boutique independent equity research firm founded in January 2017 with a primary focus on consumption themes across Asia-Pacific.

We aim to generate investible ideas based on consumption trends and outlook. We screen our ideas on several parameters - product potential, long-term growth and management commitment being the most critical.  We follow a fundamental analysis approach in our stock selection process and are not restricted by market cap.

We aspire to grow into a leading source of unbiased research, free of conflict of interest, for investors yearning for independent and disciplined analysis. 

We also undertake bespoke research mandates to support our Institutional clients’ investment needs.

Our team comprises of professionals with extensive experience in the Asian equity markets, in areas ranging from research, servicing institutional clients and investment management.

Equity Capital Markets

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/zomato-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:28820:1" rel="noopener">Zomato (ZOMATO IN)</a> 's proposed USD 1 billion fundraise highlights several potential risks for Quick Commerce players, including <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/bundl-technologies-private-limited-swiggy" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:35630:1" rel="noopener">Swiggy (1255298D IN)</a> .</li>
<li>Beyond heightened competition, majority foreign-owned Quick Commerce businesses including Swiggy could face regulatory hurdles if classified as multi-brand retail, limiting their foreign ownership.</li>
<li>Investors may fear about Swiggy’s regulatory risks and profitability struggles in this competitive landscape, which could dampen investor enthusiasm and IPO valuation.</li>
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Zomato (ZOMATO IN) 's proposed USD 1 billion fundraise highlights several potential risks for Quick Commerce players, including Swiggy (1255298D IN) .
Beyond heightened competition, majority foreign-owned Quick Commerce businesses including Swiggy could face regulatory hurdles if classified as multi-brand retail, limiting their foreign ownership.
Investors may fear about Swiggy’s regulatory risks and profitability struggles in this competitive landscape, which could dampen investor enthusiasm and IPO valuation.


Swiggy IPO: Zomato's USD 1bn Fundraise Signals Looming Quick Commerce Challenges

United States

Walmart Inc. operates discount stores, supercenters, and neighborhood markets. The Company offers merchandise such as apparel, house wares, small appliances, electronics, musical instruments, books, home improvement, shoes, jewelry, toddler, games, household essentials, pets, pharmaceutical products, party supplies, and automotive tools. Walmart serves customers worldwide.

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Arun George

Carote Ltd (2549 HK) - Global Quality & Affordable Kitchenware Brand

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CMB International

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Tech Supply Chain Tracker

Swiggy IPO: Zomato's USD 1bn Fundraise Signals Looming Quick Commerce Challenges

Swiggy may face potential regulatory challenges in Quick commerce apart from a prolonged intense competition with well funded players. This could...

Devi Subhakesan

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