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UBS has upgraded PLDT Inc's share rating from Neutral to Buy, maintaining a price target of PHP 1,500.00. Analyst John Te highlighted positive operational developments, including market share gains in mobile and increased postpaid broadband subscriptions, despite moderate sector spending. PLDT's strong gross profit margin of 72.4%, attractive P/E ratio of 8.5x, and a consistent dividend yield of 5.3% make it appealing to investors, particularly in a challenging economic environment.
UBS has upgraded PLDT Inc. from Neutral to Buy, maintaining a price target of PHP1,500. The analyst noted positive operational developments, including gains in mobile market share and increased postpaid broadband subscriptions, despite subdued sector spending. PLDT's attractive 5.3% dividend yield and strong gross profit margin of 72.4% make it appealing to investors, particularly in a low-return environment.
UBS analyst John Te has downgraded Robinsons Retail Holdings from Neutral to Sell, lowering the price target to PHP35 from PHP39.50 due to rising competition from hard discounters DALI and O!Save, expected to increase their market share from 2% to 7% by 2028.Te anticipates a 4% revenue growth for Robinsons Retail but predicts a 120 basis point compression in operating profit margin, contrasting with the consensus expectation of a 90 basis point expansion. The company's focus on profitability over aggressive market share growth reflects a cautious strategy in a competitive retail environment.
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UBS Upgrades PLDT to Buy with PHP 1500 Target Amid Positive Developments
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