Broker: DBS Group Research
Date of Report: 18 May 2026
Excerpt from DBS Group Research report
Report Summary
- Stock: Thai Beverage PCL (THBEV SP)
- Action: BUY
- 12-month Target Price: SGD 0.53 (lowered from SGD 0.62)
- Key Highlights:
- ThaiBev remains the leading beverage player in Southeast Asia with a diversified portfolio across spirits, beer, non-alcoholic beverages, and food.
- Management expects resilient demand for spirits and beer, supported by relaxed alcohol sales hours and increased domestic travel.
- Key raw materials (molasses, malt) are largely hedged for 2026, but prices are expected to increase in 2027.
- FY26F earnings are maintained with 9.4% growth forecast; FY27F earnings adjusted downwards by 4%, implying flat year-on-year growth.
- Value-unlocking corporate actions (e.g., IPO or restructuring of beer/F&B assets) remain a major re-rating catalyst, though timing is uncertain.
- Risks include macroeconomic softness, adverse weather, and spikes in raw material costs.
- Valuation based on 12x PE, matching its 5-year average and regional spirits peers.
Actionable Insight: Investors should focus on Thai Beverage PCL, which is rated BUY, with a new target price of SGD 0.53. The stock is supported by resilient demand and disciplined cost management, with potential upside from corporate actions.
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