February 21, 2012

CIMB: Axiata Group - Takeaways from Dialog's 4Q11 conference call

Stock Name: AXIATA
Company Name: AXIATA GROUP BERHAD
Research House: CIMBPrice Call: BUYTarget Price: 5.79



AxiataGroup - Takeaways from Dialog's 4Q11 conferencecall

Target RM5.79

We believe that Dialog, Axiata's Sri Lankan unit, willcontinue to benefit from benign competition. From the 4Q11 conference call,we gather that margins may surprise on the upside due to greater scaleand low inflation. We also think it can raise dividend payout in FY12.We reiterate our Outperform on call on Axiata (SOP-based target price)given the potential catalysts such as a higher dividend payout. Axiataremains one of our top telco picks in the region.

HLIB Research 21 Feb 2012 (Affin; Pos M'sia; Notion; Traders Brief)

Stock Name: AFFIN
Company Name: AFFIN HOLDINGS BHD
Research House: HLGPrice Call: HOLDTarget Price: 2.96

Stock Name: POS
Company Name: POS MALAYSIA BHD
Research House: HLGPrice Call: BUYTarget Price: 3.20



Affin Holdings (HOLD)

Slightly Behind KPIs But Within Expectations

'''' FY12 results in line with HLIB and consensus.''

'''' 4QFY11 qoq boosted by acceleration in loans growth, recovery in NIM and non-interest income, flat overheads and normalization of tax.'' However, these were more than offset by normalization of provision. ''

'''' For FY11, the results were slightly lower than its KPIs but gross impaired loan ratio was in line.

'''' For FY12, HLIB's forecast is slightly below its KPIs albeit still projecting earnings growth.

'''' Asset quality continued to improve.

'''' Tier-1 capital and RWCAR ratios declined but still robust (where Tier-1 is pure equity).

'''' FY12-13 fine-tuned post final results with 0.6-2.3% upward revision.'' Also introduced new FY14 forecast.

'''' Maintain Hold.

'''' Target price raised to RM2.96 (Gordon Growth with ROE at 9.4 and WACC at 11.0%) from RM2.81 post FY11 results.

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Pos Malaysia (BUY; TP: RM3.20)

In line with our expectation

'''' FY11 core net profit of RM122.2m (+25.4%) came in within our expectation at 95.1% of our forecast. Against the consensus, the results came in slightly below expectations, at 94.8% of consensus estimates. TWS Plant expects RM38m gain from this disposal.

'''' TP of RM3.20 (based on unchanged 13x 2012 EPS of 24.6 sen) maintained. We continue to like Pos Malaysia for: (1) The potential synergistic effect arising from more tie-ups with DRB-Hicom; (2) Its undemanding valuation (discount to Singapore Post's P/E); and (3) Relatively generous dividend payout.''

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Notion VTec (HOLD)

1QFY12 Results

'''' 1Q12 revenue and EBITDA came in within our expectation due to seasonality and weather abnormalities, accounting for 17% and 18% respectively of our full-year forecasts and 17% and 16% respectively of consensus. Notion VTec also reported a net loss of RM4.8m. This is mainly due to Thai flood affects as we forecast weaker 1H12.

'''' 1QFY12: Revenue RM39.6m (-36.0% yoy, -33.9% qoq), EBITDA RM13.5m (-38.0% yoy, -44.8% qoq) and PATAMI'' 'RM4.8m (-138.7% yoy, -136.1% qoq).

'''' HDD, camera and auto revenues declined qoq by 34.6%, 46.9% and 5.9% respectively.

'''' At the same time, Notion VTec also declared a bonus Issue on the basis of 3 shares for every 4 shares held and also Free Warrants on the basis of 1 Warrant for every 4 Shares held (before the Bonus Issue) to address liquidity issue and reward shareholders.

'''' Reiterate our HOLD call on the equity with unchanged target price of RM2.03.

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KLCI: More consolidation to Neutralize overbought position

'''' Amid fresh concern of escalating oil prices, the prevailing market consolidation phase may prolong for a little longer but any market pullbacks are likely to be transitory and fairly shallow. Immediate resistance levels are 1570, 1580 and all time high of 1597 whilst supports fall on 1550 psychological level, 14-d SMA (1547), mid Bollinger band (1539) and 30-d SMA (1532).

'''' AIRASIA's medium to long term uptrend remains intact as share prices continue to stay above the 100-d (now at RM3.60), 200-d (RM3.47) SMAs and lower Bollinger band (RM3.53). Although technical readings are showing further consolidations amid volatile markets and its high foreign shareholding, any price weakness is an opportunity to accumulate for potential rebounds later.

'''' A breakout above 50-d SMA (RM3.70) is likely to spur greater upside towards RM3.77 (upper Bollinger band), RM3.89 (50% FR) and RM3.93 (38.2% FR). More significant resistance levels are RM4.04 (23.8% FR) and 52-wk high of RM4.20. Supports are situated near RM3.47-3.67. Cut loss below RM3.47

CIMB: MSM Malaysia Holdings - Just a sugar rush in 4Q

Stock Name: MSM
Company Name: MSM MALAYSIA HOLDINGS BERHAD
Research House: CIMBPrice Call: BUYTarget Price: 4.65



MSMMalaysia Holdings - Just a sugarrush in 4Q

Target RM4.65

MSM's record performance in FY11 may not be sustainableas future profit margins could be crimped by higher raw material costs.But this is offset by the group's strong cash flows and dividend yieldprospects. FY11 net profit was in line at 101% of our forecast and 102%of consensus. The one sour note was the surprising absence of a final dividend.We fine-tune FY12-13 earnings for lower raw sugar costs, leading to a slightlyhigher target price (still based on 12.6x P/E). Maintain Neutral.

CIMB: Affin Holdings - All credit to write-backs

Stock Name: AFFIN
Company Name: AFFIN HOLDINGS BHD
Research House: CIMBPrice Call: SELLTarget Price: 2.79



AffinHoldings - All credit to write-backs

Target RM2.79

Investors should not expect a repeat of the write-backof credit cost that enabled Affin's FY11 net profit to meet expectationsat 102% of our forecast and 104% of consensus numbers. Topline was flattish,reflecting the weak trend for margins and non-interest income. We continueto project only 2.6% EPS growth in FY12, mainly due to the upward reversalof credit cost and weaker loan growth. We continue to peg our target priceat a 10% discount to DDM value and rate Affin an Underperform.

ECM: UEM Land Holdings (Initiating Coverage): Key proxy to Malaysian property exposure (HOLD, TP: RM2.25)




UEMLand Holdings (UEML) is the country's largest property player in terms ofmarket capitalization of RM10.0bn and total asset of RM7.8bn. Its acquisitionof Sunrisecompleted in early 2011 has improved its earnings outlook. We initiate coverageon UEM Land as we view positively its progressand developments in Nusajaya which should reach its 'tipping point'by end 2012. However, we are concerned with Nusajaya's ability to attractsufficient human traffic to the area as well as the sudden increase indevelopment projects in Iskandar Malaysia (IM). Hence, we recommend a HOLD onthe counter with target price based on UEML's RNAV of RM2.25.


Alam Maritim Resources: Maintain Hold - A quiet quarter expected

Stock Name: ALAM
Company Name: ALAM MARITIM RESOURCES BHD
Research House: MAYBANKPrice Call: HOLDTarget Price: 0.85



A quiet 2011 end, looking to a better 2012. Alam will announce its 4Q11 results in the next few days, and we expect earnings to be largely within our expectations. While 2011 was a lacklustre year largely due to contract delays in the OIC segment and lower vessel utilisation, 2012 earnings should be stronger as existing OIC contract wins will be fully recognised this year. OSV will be stronger too, as it will enjoy higher utilisation rates throughout the year. Nevertheless, Alam's net gearing remains our main concern, and is its Achilles heel, in our view. Alam therefore remains a Hold with a RM0.85 target price (9x 2012 EPS).

Maybank Research 21 Feb 2012

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MSM Malaysia Holdings: Maintain Hold - 4Q11: Good end for the year

Stock Name: MSM
Company Name: MSM MALAYSIA HOLDINGS BERHAD
Research House: MAYBANKPrice Call: HOLDTarget Price: 4.10



Raw sugar price volatility crimps profits. RM265.3m 2011 core net profit (+4.7% YoY) was marginally above our forecast of RM256m but in-line with consensus. This is a fair performance given the exceptionally high raw sugar price volatility in the year. We anticipate the management to announce a final dividend of at least 8sen/share at the upcoming AGM (full year 16sen/share), consistent to the minimum 50% payout ratio policy. Maintain Hold, with an unchanged target price of RM4.10/share based on DDM.

Maybank Research 21 Feb 2012

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Notion VTEC: Maintain Buy - Watch the earnings rebound

Stock Name: NOTION
Company Name: NOTION VTEC BHD
Research House: MAYBANKPrice Call: BUYTarget Price: 2.50



Results within expectations. Notion VTEC's minor loss of RM5m for 1QFY12 was within our and market expectations. The operations reported a small RM0.7m core net profit before including a RM5m negative one-off for the floods in Thailand. However, we see a strong rebound in sequential earnings led by the HDD segment, which could prompt consensus to upgrade its FY12 estimates. Additionally, Notion also declared a 3-for-4 bonus issue and 1-for-4 free warrants. Maintain Buy and TP of RM2.50 (unchanged) on 4x EV/EBITDA.

Maybank Research 21 Feb 2012

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Key proxy to Malaysian property exposure

Stock Name: UEMLAND
Company Name: UEM LAND HOLDINGS BHD
Research House: ECMLIBRAPrice Call: HOLDTarget Price: 2.25



HwangDBS Equity Research - 21 Feb 2012

Stock Name: NOTION
Company Name: NOTION VTEC BHD
Research House: HWANGDBSPrice Call: BUYTarget Price: 2.10

Stock Name: EVERGRN
Company Name: EVERGREEN FIBREBOARD BHD
Research House: HWANGDBSPrice Call: HOLDTarget Price: 1.05

Stock Name: MSM
Company Name: MSM MALAYSIA HOLDINGS BERHAD
Research House: HWANGDBSPrice Call: SELLTarget Price: 4.15



Notion VTec; Buy; RM2.02
Price Target: RM2.10; NVB MK
A temporary setback

1QFY12 turn in RM4.8m net loss; announces 3-for-4 bonus issue and 1-for-4 warrants (free). Expect recovery in FY12, driven by HDD segment. Maintain Buy with RM2.10 TP.

 
Evergreen Fibreboard; Hold; RM1.02
Price Target: RM1.05 (Prev: RM0.85); EVF MK
Earnings surprise

4Q11 earnings fell 21% q-o-q to RM20m, above expectations. Earnings were driven by higher MDF prices, but the impact was mitigated by higher raw material costs. Maintain Hold with a revised RM1.05 TP
pegged to 8x FY12F EPS.


MSM Malaysia Holdings; Fully Valued; RM5.00
Price Target: RM4.15 (Prev: RM3.80); MSM MK
Limited growth prospects

4Q11 net profit of RM76m was within our and consensus expectations. Raised FY12F-13F earnings by 5% each after accounting for higher sugar subsidy of 54 sen. Maintain Fully Valued with adjusted RM4.15 TP, pegged to 11x FY12F EPS.