Sheng Siong - DBS Research 2025-06-10: Margin Leader In A Macro Storm

• Post-acquisition of Giant Malaysia from DFI Retail, Macrovalue announced that it will be acquiring DFI’s Food business in Singapore (Cold Storage and Giant stores) for S$125mil. With DFI’s exit, Sheng Siong remains the sole listed proxy for investors seeking exposure to Singapore’s resilient and stable supermarket sector.

Why did Macrovalue decide to buy DFI’s SG Food business?

Decision to acquire likely a function of valuation.

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IPO target by 2028 underscores focus on profitability over price wars.

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• In our view, a meaningful turnaround in earnings will be critical to generating investor interest and securing a successful IPO.

Are supermarket margins in Singapore under threat?

Singapore’s industry remains resilient, supported by urban planning and voucher support schemes.

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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:
2025-10-22 Sheng Siong - Becoming Singapore’s Clear No. 2 Grocer; Path To 120 Stores and Beyond.

Previous report by DBS:
2025-08-01 Sheng Siong - Well-positioned To Benefit From SG60 Voucher Boost.

Price targets by other brokers at Sheng Siong Target Prices.

Listing of research reports at Sheng Siong Analyst Reports.

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