- We lower our earnings forecast by 4-9% to factor Food Empire (SGX:F03)’s proposed notes issue to Ikhlas Capital and slightly lower margins due to sustained higher coffee prices. Our Food Empire's target price based on 10x blended FY24-25F P/E is consequently reduced, offset by the impact of share buyback.
Strategic partnership with Ikhlas Capital on the cards.
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To develop & expand its business in South East Asia & South Asia
- Ikhlas Capital will inject US$40m into a special purpose vehicle wholly owned by Food Empire that will hold or possess the option to hold a portfolio of business operations, including Food Empire’s South East Asian and South Asian businesses.
- The notes will carry 5.5% annual interest and have a tenor of 5 years. Ikhlas Capital will have the non-obligatory right to convert the notes into new shares at S$1.09 per share.
- The proceeds will help to fund capex and merger and acquisition activities in South East Asia and South Asia.
Clarification of media reports in relation to a project in central Vietnam province
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