In today’s briefing:
- Sea Ltd (SE US) – A Positive Catalyst from TikTok Shop’s Trouble
- Morning Views Asia: Country Garden Holdings Co, Greentown China, Hopson Development
Sea Ltd (SE US) – A Positive Catalyst from TikTok Shop’s Trouble
- Sea Ltd began to step on the gas in terms of promotions in 2Q2023, even warning of potential quarterly losses, mainly due to perceived threats in Indonesia from TikTop Shop.
- Reports that TikTok Shop will be banned in Indonesia will provide significant relief in terms of competition as it is targeted for unfair competition versus local MSMEs through cheap imports.
- Sea Ltd has also relaunched FreeFire in India, which could become a significant catalyst for the recovery of the gaming business. Valuations are attractive on both sales and earnings.
Morning Views Asia: Country Garden Holdings Co, Greentown China, Hopson Development
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