The Positive
+ Market share gains and rising cash pile. PropNex shared that in 2023, its market share in new launches crept up 0.5% to 47.9%. Meanwhile, the share in resale rose a larger 6.8% points to 65.8%. HDB resale declined by 0.4% to 64.7%. It remains the largest real estate agency in Singapore, with 12,233 agents (or 66%). Cash continues to pile up in 2023 with a free cash flow of S$55mn (2022: S$49mn). The dividend payout ratio continues to rise to a record 93% in FY23.
The Negative
– Weakness in new launch revenue. Revenue in new launches declined by 36% YoY to S$128mn. The fall in sentiment post-cooling measure and the larger number of units available for resale affected demand. Gross margins contracted as new launches generate higher margins with the additional 0.5% commission paid to the agency.
Paul has 20 years of experience as a fund manager and sell-side analyst. During his time as fund manager, he has managed multiple funds and mandates including capital guaranteed, dividend income, renewable energy, single country and regionally focused funds.
He graduated from Monash University and had completed both his Chartered Financial Analyst and Australian CPA programme.