- Hong Leong Asia (SGX:H22)’s 1H23 core PATMI of S$31m (-4% y-o-y) came in below expectations at 39% of our FY23F. Despite stronger underlying performance by both business segments, overall profitability was dragged by weaker FX translation, higher net financing costs and additional provision of tax of S$7m for prior years.
Diesel engines (Yuchai): Recovery from a low base
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- Despite weaker than expected recovery of China economy post COVID-reopening year-to-date, we still expect sales volume recovery in 2H23F from a low base last year; with upside catalysts including
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- rollout of more supportive policies on the provincial levels to accelerate elimination of National IV diesel trucks, and
- continued strength in export sales. Yuchai continues to invest in R&D to develop new energy solutions.
Building materials unit (BMU): Further growth ahead in 2H23F
- Building materials segment PAT grew to S$31m (+8% y-o-y) in 1H23, mainly driven by stronger performance at Tasek (Hong Leong Asia’s Malaysian subsidiary) while its Singapore operations were impacted by industry-wide challenges including safety issues, shortage of dormitories and higher costs.
- We expect further PBT growth for BMU segment in the 2H23F.
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