Keppel - DBS Research 2024-02-02: Flourish & Prosper

Keppel - Flourish & Prosper

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  • We came away from Keppel (SGX:BN4)’s briefing with increased confidence in its outlook and transformation journey. The outstanding infrastructure earnings seem sustainable, indicating a potential earnings upgrade for 2024.
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Key takeaway from Keppel's analyst briefing

Exciting year ahead.

  • Keppel reported historical high profit of S$4bn, driven by strong operating performance and sale of Kepel O&M (S$3.3bn gains). Management expressed optimism and confidence on another exciting year ahead with the improving operating environment especially fund management segment.

Transformation on the fast track.

  • The V2030 transformation plan is progressing very well. Keppel has grown its FUM by 44% from S$55bn as of end FY23 to S$79bn upon completion of the proposed Aermont acquisition in 1Q24, approaching its S$100bn target by 2026. Management is observing growing interest from investors as well.
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  • The effort to move away from lumpy earnings has also paid off, as recurring income made up ~78% of core profit in FY23, supporting stable returns to shareholders.

Steady infrastructure earnings.

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Above is the excerpt from report by DBS Group Research.
Clients of DBS may access the full report in PDF @ https://www.dbs.com/insightsdirect/.




Pei Hwa HO DBS Group Research | https://www.dbs.com/insightsdirect/ 2024-02-02



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