In a week marked by significant economic reports and fluctuating market indices, global markets have shown mixed performance, with major U.S. indexes mostly lower amid busy earnings announcements and cautious investor sentiment. As growth stocks lagged behind value shares and manufacturing activity continued to decline, investors are increasingly focused on identifying opportunities in undervalued stocks that may offer potential upside when trading below their intrinsic value. In such an environment, a good stock is often characterized by strong fundamentals and the potential for growth despite broader market volatility.

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ESR Group (SEHK:1821)

Overview: ESR Group Limited operates in logistics real estate development, leasing, and management across various regions including Hong Kong, China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, India, Europe and internationally with a market cap of HK$45.60 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include Fund Management at $627.98 million and New Economy Development at $113.33 million, while Investment reported a negative revenue of -$106.44 million.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 32.9%

ESR Group is trading at HK$10.96, significantly below its estimated fair value of HK$16.33, suggesting potential undervaluation based on cash flows. Despite recent financial challenges, including a net loss of US$218.72 million for H1 2024 due to non-cash asset revaluations and market conditions, the company's revenue is projected to grow faster than the Hong Kong market at 15.9% annually. However, interest payments are not well covered by earnings currently.

• Our comprehensive growth report raises the possibility that ESR Group is poised for substantial financial growth.
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China Tobacco International (HK) (SEHK:6055)

Overview: China Tobacco International (HK) Company Limited operates in the tobacco industry and has a market capitalization of approximately HK$17.15 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue is derived from several segments, including the Tobacco Leaf Products Import Business at HK$8.43 billion, the Tobacco Leaf Products Export Business at HK$1.82 billion, the Cigarettes Export Business at HK$1.52 billion, the Brazil Operation Business at HK$884.06 million, and the New Tobacco Products Export Business at HK$139.60 million.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 18.4%

China Tobacco International (HK) is trading at HK$24.9, below its estimated fair value of HK$30.5, indicating potential undervaluation based on cash flows. Recent earnings for H1 2024 showed a net income increase to HKD 643.34 million from the previous year's HKD 456.95 million, reflecting solid growth prospects with forecasted annual earnings growth of 12.3%. However, debt coverage by operating cash flow remains a concern despite robust revenue projections exceeding market averages at 11.4% annually.

• Upon reviewing our latest growth report, China Tobacco International (HK)'s projected financial performance appears quite optimistic.
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Akeso (SEHK:9926)

Overview: Akeso, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of antibody drugs with a market cap of HK$61.21 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue of CN¥1.87 billion from its activities in researching, developing, producing, and selling biopharmaceutical products.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 47.8%

Akeso is currently trading at HK$69.65, significantly below its estimated fair value of HK$133.51, highlighting potential undervaluation based on cash flows. The company's revenue is expected to grow at 33.4% annually, outpacing the Hong Kong market's growth rate of 7.7%. Although Akeso has diluted shareholders recently and reported a net loss for H1 2024, its forecasted earnings growth of 53.31% per year suggests improving profitability prospects in the coming years.

• Our growth report here indicates Akeso may be poised for an improving outlook.
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