Wrote about 3 stocks recently.
Date
|
Stock
|
Reference price
(RM)
|
Year-end closing price (RM)
|
Gain (%)
|
KAB
|
0.275
|
0.30
|
9.1
| |
LYSAGHT
|
3.50
3.50
|
3.94
|
12.6
| |
SCOMNET
|
0.255
|
0.40
|
56.9
|
They
stock picks were quite straight forward. Consistent historical trends,
attractive valuation, sound balance sheet, high ROE, good margin etc.
Picking
a deeply undervalued stock with a turnaround story is much tougher as
we can't depend on historical trend to project future earnings. But the
beauty of it is a stock with a trunaround story could be far more
rewarding if it turns out to be a multi-bagger in a relatively short
period of time as seen in ANNJOO, PETRON, HENGYUAN and HEVEA.
A
similarity observed in these stocks was the share price was depressed
when the company performed badly financially but it rebounded following
earnings recovery and the share price subsequently sky-rocketted, driven
by strong earnings growth.
SBCCORP
is potentially a stock with a turnaround story. It is a boutique
developer with exposure in Klang Valley and Kota Kinabalu. While it is a
KL-based company, its developments, The Peak Collection has made a name
in Sabah.
The
share price has declined substantially from its peak, reflecting its
weak results in recent quarters. In the latest quarter, it recorded a
quarterly revenue of only RM2m, with a YTD loss of RM1.3m. This caused a
further selldown in the stock.
Silver lining is around the corner
The
weak results for the period ended September 17 was reflective of timing
between the completion of earlier projects and the gradual work done of
new projects. On its prospects,
In its 2017 annual report, the group expects to turn profitable from loss-making in FY17
If
you did follow the stock, you probably would recall that the adjusted
share price of the stock was driven to a peak of RM1.61 in 2014 when
there was optimism surrounding the Jesselton Quay project. However, a
longer-than-expected delay in securing approvals resulted in the stock
being forgotten and neglected. Subsequently, Jesselton Quay was launched
end-2016 and it enjoyed a very encouraging response from the buyers.
The initial phase of 299 units soft-launched were fully booked within 2
hours!
The foundations for block 1 & 2 are being constructed (source)
with building works expected to take place in 1Q18. Despite the
significant advancement in the progress of the project, the share price
is currently only about 1/3 of its peak.
The current market cap of the stock is merely RM130m (RM0.555 per share). What do investors get in return?
1. Traded at 1/3 of its book value, before revaluation of properties
It
is currently traded at 34.3% of its book value. This has yet to include
revaluation surplus from the long list of properties held under the
group.
2. Jesselton Quay in Kota Kinabalu is the crown jewel of the group
It
is a RM1.8b waterfront development in KK. Assuming a net margin of
between 20% to 30%, this project could generate a potential net profit
of RM360m to RM540m throughout the development period of 8 years, or an
average net profit of RM45m to RM67.5m a year.
What I am positive on the development?
i. Very strategic location with superb seaview.
ii.
Complemented by the proposed Sabah International Convention Centre,
Kota Kinabalu International Cruise Terminal and Kota Kinabalu Convention
City.
iii. Influx of
Chinese tourists. A perfect getaway destination for those living in Hong
Kong, Shenzen and Guangzhou due to its close proximity. Increasing
direct flights from China. Growth potential in tourism as only about
130m or 10% of Chinese population have passports currently.
iv. Sabah being a favourite tourist spot. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is the second busiest airport in Malaysia
v. Shortages of hotels in Kota Kinabalu (source)
vi. Why was SBCCORP picked to build Jesselton Quay? (A privilege to build Jesselton Quay)
3. Having 25 acres of strategically located land in KL for future developments
The
East Kiara land is located within a walking distance to Batu
Metropolitan Park and Taman Wahyu KTM Komuter Station. Mahsing purchased
12 acres of leasehold land at Taman Wahyu for RM73m, equivalent to
RM135psf in 2013. In the same year, Ecoworld bought 9.6 acres of
freehold land in Taman Wahyu for RM70m, translating into RM167psf. Among
the 3 locations, I tend to think East Kiara has the most strategic
location, being nearest to KTM komuter station and Taman Metropolitan
Batu, and having the most convenient access to KL City Centre among the 3
development projects. Just assume the remaining 25 acres is valued at
RM135psf, the 25 acres of land is worth RM145m, giving it a revaluation
surplus of RM108m. The revaluation surplus on the East Kiara land alone
makes up 83% of its current market cap.
4. Remaining 1000 acres of township development at the foot of Genting Highland
It
is in a 50% JV with Selangor State Development Corporation (PKNS) to
develop 1800 acres of freehold land in Batang Kali. The township is at
the foot of Genting Highland. Genting Premium Outlet and Genting
Highland are just about 20km and 29km away respectively. About 800 acres
of the land has been developed and low cost housing requirements have
been fulfilled. Assuming 1 acre of land could accomodate 10 double
storey houses and selling at RM500k each, the remaining 1000 acres of
land can yield RM5bn of GDV, or RM2.5bn for SBCCORP's 50% stake. Genting
Integrated Tourism Plan, including a 20th Century Fox World Theme Park
which is scheduled to complete in 2018 could be a boost to the Batang
Kali development project. A rerating catalyst could come from a
potential JV with theme park or resort operator to enhance the value of
its development project.
5. A substantial 86% discount to its RNAV
CIMB's
report dated 24 Nov 2016 estimated SBCCORP having RNAV of RM944.8m. The
current market cap is at a steep discount of 86% to the RNAV.
Summary
The current market cap of the stock is merely RM130m (RM0.555 per share). What does investors get in return?
1. Likely a beginning of an earnings growth cycle for SBCCORP.
2. Potential profit of between RM360m and RM540m from Jesselton Quay project.
3. 25 acres of prime land in KL with an estimated market value of RM145m and a revaluation surplus of RM108m.
4.
The remaining 1000 acre of Bandar Ligamas @ Batang Kali township
development at the foot of Genting Highland with a potential effective
GDV of RM2.5b.
5. Share price at 1/3 of its book value before revaluation of properties.
6. 87% discount to its RNAV.
7. Undeveloped GDV of at least RM6bn.
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