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Daily Brief Industrials: Ashok Leyland, iShares China Large-Cap (FXI), Yunsung F&C and more

In today’s briefing:

  • Ashok Leyland (AL IN) | Some Pricing Discipline, Inventory Levels Remain High
  • EQD | FXI (FXI US): – Could Chinese Equities Lead the Way Higher? Use Options for Delta
  • Yunsung F&C IPO Preview

Ashok Leyland (AL IN) | Some Pricing Discipline, Inventory Levels Remain High

By Pranav Bhavsar

  • Ashok Leyland (AL IN) ‘s expectation of a more rational pricing environment may not materialise. While there has been a moderation in discounts, it may not last long.  
  • Wholesales have been high in anticipation of a good festive season, however, the gap between Wholesale and Retail is showing signs of widening.  
  • Macros are not conducive. Sept PMI hit a 3M low, and August IIP at an 18M low can build a case for cooling volumes ahead. 

EQD | FXI (FXI US): – Could Chinese Equities Lead the Way Higher? Use Options for Delta

By Simon Harris

  • 20th National Congress of the Communist Party is due to kick off this week
  • Will economic growth be top of the agenda and is there any scope to adjust the Covid strategy?
  • With many potential growth factors, use derivatives to gain delta exposure

Yunsung F&C IPO Preview

By Douglas Kim

  • Yunsung F&C is a leading maker of materials mixing equipment that are used in the rechargeable battery production.
  • The IPO price range is from 53,000 won to 62,000 won and offering amount is from 106 billion won to 124 billion won. The book building starts on 26 October. 
  • According to the bankers’ valuation, the expected IPO market cap range is from 423 billion won to 495 billion won. 

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