- We estimate Wilmar's 2H23 core net profit at US$320m-350m and FY23 full-year core net profit at US$1.20b-1.23b, which is 7-10% higher than our but 6-8% lower than consensus expectations.
- Expect short-term negative sentiment from Wilmar's recent announcement of its association with the ongoing alleged China palm oil fraud. Maintain HOLD rating on Wilmar with a lower target price of S$3.35 (previously S$3.80).
4Q23 results preview: Likely to beat our expectation.
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- Its operations in China have shown some positive developments; however, these improvements have not been substantial enough to offset the challenges stemming from the palm refining business.
Mixed segmental performance
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Leow Huey Chuen UOB Kay Hian Research | Jacquelyn Yow Hui Li UOB Kay Hian | https://research.uobkayhian.com/ 2024-01-23
Read also UOB's most recent report:
2024-08-16 Wilmar International - More Positive Outlook For 2H24 Following Briefing.
Previous report by UOB:
2024-08-14 Wilmar International - 1H24 Results In Line With Expectations.
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