The U.S. will raise tariffs on Chinese medical and surgical gloves to 50%, from 7.5% currently, in January 2025 and to 100% by January 2026. As a leading glove manufacturer, Top Glove will be a prime beneficiary of this move by regaining market share from Chinese manufacturers. We expect accelerated revenue growth and improved profitability.
SUMMARY
Top Glove Corp (TOPG MK) achieved 16% QoQ revenue growth in 3QFY24, on 13% sequential volume increase and higher ASP. 3QFY24 operational loss reduced to RM34M from RM59M in 2QFY24.
Considering the current demand and supply condition, Top Glove expects the ASP to further increase. The company aims to recover its EBITDA margin to pre-pandemic levels of 15% by FY26.
With rising import alert and expected tariff increase on Chinese manufacturers, the US demand may shift from China to Malaysia. Top Glove is poised to benefit from potential trade diversion.
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