Guocoland - DBS Research 2024-09-05: Better Days Ahead

• GuocoLand (SGX:F17)'s FY24 operating profit grew 13% y-o-y to S$320.0mil but accounted for only ~80% of our estimate on lower-than-expected margins, despite revenue of S$1,819mil (+18% y-o-y) beating our estimate of S$1,482mil.
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• Revenue from property investment business increased 35% y-o-y to S$228.8mil, driven by the progressive commencement of leases at Guoco Midtown and stabilising operations at Guoco Changfeng City South Tower.

FY24 operating profit fell short of estimates.

• GuocoLand's interest expenses increased 60% y-o-y to S$239.5mil due to the capitalisation of the interest expenses of Guoco Midtown and the higher interest rate environment. The group recorded an allowance for foreseeable losses of S$103.8mil for its China development properties amid the uncertain market conditions.
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• A final dividend of 6 cents per share was announced, similar to previous levels, translating to a 4% yield at the current share price level.

GuocoLand Singapore, core business segment, on strong footing.

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

Read also DBS's most recent report:
2025-09-01 Guocoland - Strong Singapore Core Cushions China Drag.

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GuocoLand Share Price History,
GuocoLand Announcements,
GuocoLand Dividend Payout Dates & Corporate Actions,
GuocoLand News