Golden Agri-Resources likely to be one of the worst hit, says Nomura
Golden Agri-Resources likely to be one of the worst hit, says Nomura
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SINGAPORE (April 5): Nomura likes First Resources, Astra Agro Lestari and Genting Plantation among the plantation stocks in the Asean region.
The recommendation comes on the back of their production growth prospects and efficient cost controls, amid threats from the El Nino weather phenomena.
“Planters are benefiting from a rising crude palm oil price, but are also being hit by lower production due to El Nino,” it says.
Golden Agri-Resources stands to be one of the worst hit considering the location of estates, age profile of trees and declines in fresh fruit bunch production.
First Resources is likely to be least affected due to the location of its farms.
“We expect trading interest to continue into second quarter. However, interest is likely to fade towards third quarter with a declining crude palm oil price following the seasonal uptick in production,” says Nomura.