Regional Sector Navigator - 2014
There is now consensus over QE tapering, with macros still supplying the near-term overhang. But the Asian (ex Japan) property sectors are cheap and may even turn attractive at some point. We believe property investors should look past the taper and politics, and position in quality, value and structural winners. Maintain Neutral.
In China, we believe the logistics property sector is a good alternative play on China consumption. From a bottom-up perspective, some of the Chinese developers may be worth a relook at current valuations. In DM, we prefer SG to HK on better housing affordability, more asset light models and scope for a cyclical recovery in the office rentals. In ASEAN, we like the Malaysian developers (ETP beneficiaries) and select Indonesian names for its longer-term outlook.
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