Major Estimate Revision • 1h
Consensus EPS estimates fall by 16% The consensus outlook for earnings per share (EPS) in fiscal year 2026 has deteriorated. 2026 revenue forecast decreased from ₱142.7b to ₱137.1b. EPS estimate also fell from ₱3.04 per share to ₱2.56 per share. Net income forecast to shrink 12% next year vs 0.6% growth forecast for Industrials industry in Philippines . Consensus price target up from ₱11.00 to ₱11.85. Share price was steady at ₱14.98 over the past week. New Risk • 16h
New major risk - Revenue and earnings growth Earnings are forecast to decline by an average of 8.5% per year for the foreseeable future. This is considered a major risk. Ultimately, shareholders want to see a good return on their investment and that generally comes from sharing in the company's profits. If profits are expected to decline, then in most cases the share price will decline over time as well. In addition, if the company pays dividends it will also likely need to reduce or cut them, striking a dual blow to total shareholder returns. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risks Earnings are forecast to decline by an average of 8.5% per year for the foreseeable future. High level of non-cash earnings (89% accrual ratio). Minor Risk Paying a dividend despite having no free cash flows. Reported Earnings • May 13
First quarter 2026 earnings released: EPS: ₱0.69 (vs ₱0.67 in 1Q 2025) First quarter 2026 results: EPS: ₱0.69 (up from ₱0.67 in 1Q 2025). Revenue: ₱30.8b (down 1.2% from 1Q 2025). Net income: ₱7.49b (up 3.5% from 1Q 2025). Profit margin: 24% (up from 23% in 1Q 2025). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 7.9% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 3.5% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 11% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 15% per year. Reported Earnings • Mar 01
Full year 2025 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations while revenues lag behind Full year 2025 results: EPS: ₱2.86 (up from ₱2.67 in FY 2024). Revenue: ₱132.8b (up 3.0% from FY 2024). Net income: ₱31.0b (up 7.1% from FY 2024). Profit margin: 23% (in line with FY 2024). Revenue missed analyst estimates by 2.8%. Earnings per share (EPS) exceeded analyst estimates by 4.0%. Revenue is forecast to grow 6.9% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 4.8% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 10% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 16% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Feb 26
Upcoming dividend of ₱0.30 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 05 March 2026. Payment date: 17 March 2026. Payout ratio is a comfortable 5.1% but the company is not cash flow positive. Trailing yield: 7.9%. Within top quartile of Filipino dividend payers (6.1%). Higher than average of industry peers (2.8%). Duyuru • Feb 21
LT Group, Inc. Declares Special Dividend, Payable on March 17, 2026 LT Group, Inc. announced that the Board of Directors approved, via referendum on February 20, 2026, the declaration and distribution of a Special Cash Dividend of PHP 0.15 per share to all stockholders of record of LT Group, Inc. as of March 6, 2026. The said dividends are authorized to be paid not later than March 17, 2026. Duyuru • Feb 20
LT Group, Inc. Declares Regular Cash Dividend, Payable on March 17, 2026 LT Group, Inc. that the Board of Directors approved, via referendum February 20, 2026, the declaration and distribution of a Regular Cash Dividend of Php 0.15 per share to all stockholders of record of LT Group, Inc. as of March 6, 2026. The said dividends are authorized to be paid not later than March 17, 2026. Duyuru • Feb 18
LT Group, Inc., Annual General Meeting, May 06, 2026 LT Group, Inc., Annual General Meeting, May 06, 2026, at 10:00 W. Australia Standard Time. Declared Dividend • Nov 19
Third quarter dividend of ₱0.35 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of ₱0.35. Ex-date: 1st December 2025 Payment date: 16th December 2025 Dividend yield will be 8.3%, which is higher than the industry average of 2.2%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is covered by earnings (5% earnings payout ratio) but the company has no free cash flows available, indicating it may be using cash reserves or debt to pay the dividend. The dividend has increased by an average of 20% per year over the past 10 years. However, payments have been volatile during that time. EPS is expected to grow by 3.7% over the next 2 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Reported Earnings • Nov 14
Third quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: ₱0.70 (vs ₱0.65 in 3Q 2024) Third quarter 2025 results: EPS: ₱0.70 (up from ₱0.65 in 3Q 2024). Revenue: ₱34.8b (up 2.4% from 3Q 2024). Net income: ₱7.60b (up 8.2% from 3Q 2024). Profit margin: 22% (up from 21% in 3Q 2024). Revenue is forecast to grow 5.9% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 5.1% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 6% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 16% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Declared Dividend • Aug 28
Second quarter dividend of ₱0.30 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of ₱0.30. Ex-date: 8th September 2025 Payment date: 26th September 2025 Dividend yield will be 8.8%, which is higher than the industry average of 2.2%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (5% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (38% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 20% per year over the past 10 years. However, payments have been volatile during that time. EPS is expected to grow by 5.9% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Reported Earnings • Aug 13
Second quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: ₱0.71 (vs ₱0.59 in 2Q 2024) Second quarter 2025 results: EPS: ₱0.71 (up from ₱0.59 in 2Q 2024). Revenue: ₱32.7b (flat on 2Q 2024). Net income: ₱7.73b (up 21% from 2Q 2024). Profit margin: 24% (up from 20% in 2Q 2024). Revenue is forecast to grow 5.6% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.8% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 1% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 13% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Jun 23
Upcoming dividend of ₱0.30 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 June 2025. Payment date: 15 July 2025. Payout ratio is a comfortable 5.5% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 8.6%. Within top quartile of Filipino dividend payers (6.0%). Higher than average of industry peers (2.6%). Reported Earnings • May 14
First quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: ₱0.67 (vs ₱0.59 in 1Q 2024) First quarter 2025 results: EPS: ₱0.67 (up from ₱0.59 in 1Q 2024). Revenue: ₱31.2b (up 9.3% from 1Q 2024). Net income: ₱7.24b (up 13% from 1Q 2024). Profit margin: 23% (in line with 1Q 2024). Revenue is forecast to grow 3.9% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 5.1% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 2% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 13% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Mar 21
Upcoming dividend of ₱0.30 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 March 2025. Payment date: 11 April 2025. Payout ratio is a comfortable 5.6% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 8.9%. Within top quartile of Filipino dividend payers (6.7%). Higher than average of industry peers (2.4%). Duyuru • Mar 18
LT Group, Inc. announces Annual dividend, payable on April 11, 2025 LT Group, Inc. announced Annual dividend of PHP 0.1500 per share payable on April 11, 2025, ex-date on March 28, 2025 and record date on March 31, 2025. Reported Earnings • Mar 01
Full year 2024 earnings: EPS and revenues exceed analyst expectations Full year 2024 results: EPS: ₱2.67 (up from ₱2.35 in FY 2023). Revenue: ₱129.0b (up 12% from FY 2023). Net income: ₱28.9b (up 14% from FY 2023). Profit margin: 22% (in line with FY 2023). Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 8.4%. Earnings per share (EPS) also surpassed analyst estimates by 20%. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.7% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 4.8% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 3% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 6% per year. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Feb 19
Now 22% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 12% to ₱11.62. The fair value is estimated to be ₱9.54, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 12% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 6.9%. Revenue is forecast to grow by 7.2% in 2 years. Earnings are forecast to decline by 13% in the next 2 years. Duyuru • Feb 18
LT Group, Inc., Annual General Meeting, May 07, 2025 LT Group, Inc., Annual General Meeting, May 07, 2025, at 10:00 W. Australia Standard Time. Declared Dividend • Nov 20
Third quarter dividend of ₱0.35 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of ₱0.35. Ex-date: 29th November 2024 Payment date: 9th December 2024 Dividend yield will be 12%, which is higher than the industry average of 2.2%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (6% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (31% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 23% per year over the past 10 years. However, payments have been volatile during that time. EPS is expected to decline by 8.9% over the next 2 years. However, it would need to fall by 93% to increase the payout ratio to a potentially unsustainable range. Reported Earnings • Nov 13
Third quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: ₱0.65 (vs ₱0.58 in 3Q 2023) Third quarter 2024 results: EPS: ₱0.65 (up from ₱0.58 in 3Q 2023). Revenue: ₱34.0b (up 12% from 3Q 2023). Net income: ₱7.03b (up 13% from 3Q 2023). Profit margin: 21% (in line with 3Q 2023). Revenue is forecast to grow 4.7% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.1% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 7% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 1% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Major Estimate Revision • Aug 28
Consensus EPS estimates fall by 26%, revenue upgraded The consensus outlook for fiscal year 2024 has been updated. 2024 revenue forecast increased from ₱115.6b to ₱119.0b. EPS estimate fell from ₱3.01 to ₱2.22 per share. Net income forecast to shrink 0.2% next year vs 3.6% growth forecast for Industrials industry in Philippines . Consensus price target down from ₱9.85 to ₱8.01. Share price was steady at ₱10.14 over the past week. Price Target Changed • Aug 27
Price target decreased by 18% to ₱8.01 Down from ₱9.79, the current price target is an average from 2 analysts. New target price is 21% below last closing price of ₱10.16. Stock is up 8.7% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of ₱2.22 for next year compared to ₱2.35 last year. Duyuru • Aug 21
LT Group, Inc. Declares Special Cash Dividend, Payable on September 13, 2024 LT Group, Inc. declared distribution of Special Cash Dividend of PHP 0.30 per share to all stockholders of record as of September 4, 2024. The Special Cash Dividend of PHP 0.30 was authorized to be paid not later than September 13, 2024. Declared Dividend • Aug 21
Second quarter dividend of ₱0.30 announced Dividend of ₱0.30 is the same as last year. Ex-date: 3rd September 2024 Payment date: 13th September 2024 Dividend yield will be 12%, which is higher than the industry average of 2.2%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (6% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (34% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 23% per year over the past 10 years. However, payments have been volatile during that time. EPS is expected to grow by 22% over the next year, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Reported Earnings • Aug 13
Second quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: ₱0.59 (vs ₱0.61 in 2Q 2023) Second quarter 2024 results: EPS: ₱0.59 (down from ₱0.61 in 2Q 2023). Revenue: ₱32.6b (up 17% from 2Q 2023). Net income: ₱6.38b (down 3.6% from 2Q 2023). Profit margin: 20% (down from 24% in 2Q 2023). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.2% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 4.7% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 12% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 3% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • May 29
Now 20% undervalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 7.8% to ₱10.24. The fair value is estimated to be ₱12.82, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 10% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 12%. Revenue is forecast to grow by 1.3% in a year. Earnings are forecast to grow by 6.5% in the next year. Declared Dividend • May 22
First quarter dividend of ₱0.30 announced Dividend of ₱0.30 is the same as last year. Ex-date: 31st May 2024 Payment date: 14th June 2024 Dividend yield will be 12%, which is higher than the industry average of 2.2%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (6% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (19% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 23% per year over the past 10 years. However, payments have been volatile during that time. EPS is expected to grow by 22% over the next year, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Reported Earnings • May 14
First quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: ₱0.59 (vs ₱0.59 in 1Q 2023) First quarter 2024 results: EPS: ₱0.59 (in line with 1Q 2023). Revenue: ₱28.5b (up 9.5% from 1Q 2023). Net income: ₱6.42b (flat on 1Q 2023). Profit margin: 23% (down from 25% in 1Q 2023). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.5% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 3.7% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 12% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 8% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Duyuru • May 03
LT Group, Inc. Announces Executive and Board Changes LT Group, Inc. announced that at the Organizational Meeting of the Board of Directors held on May 3, 2024, the following matters were approved: Appointment of Mr. Eduardo Luis T. Luy and Mr. Benito Carlo T. Pascual as Advisors to the Board of Directors. Election of the following officers to the positions: NESTOR C. MENDONES as Deputy Chief Financial Officer. Price Target Changed • Mar 20
Price target increased by 19% to ₱9.79 Up from ₱8.20, the current price target is an average from 2 analysts. New target price is approximately in line with last closing price of ₱9.80. Stock is down 2.6% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of ₱3.80 for next year compared to ₱2.35 last year. Reported Earnings • Mar 19
Full year 2023 earnings: Revenues exceed analysts expectations while EPS lags behind Full year 2023 results: EPS: ₱2.35 (up from ₱2.32 in FY 2022). Revenue: ₱115.3b (up 14% from FY 2022). Net income: ₱25.4b (up 1.1% from FY 2022). Profit margin: 22% (down from 25% in FY 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 9.1%. Earnings per share (EPS) missed analyst estimates by 38%. Revenue is forecast to grow 3.2% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 3.4% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 12% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 11% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Mar 06
Now 20% undervalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 11% to ₱9.72. The fair value is estimated to be ₱12.19, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 6.3% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 9.3%. Revenue is forecast to grow by 5.8% in 2 years. Earnings are forecast to grow by 76% in the next 2 years. Upcoming Dividend • Mar 01
Upcoming dividend of ₱0.30 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 08 March 2024. Payment date: 22 March 2024. Payout ratio is a comfortable 6.8% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 12%. Within top quartile of Filipino dividend payers (5.7%). Higher than average of industry peers (2.1%). Declared Dividend • Feb 26
Third quarter dividend of ₱0.30 announced Dividend of ₱0.30 is the same as last year. Ex-date: 8th March 2024 Payment date: 22nd March 2024 Dividend yield will be 13%, which is higher than the industry average of 2.2%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (7% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (25% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 23% per year over the past 10 years. However, payments have been volatile during that time. EPS is expected to grow by 34% over the next 2 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Duyuru • Feb 14
LT Group, Inc., Annual General Meeting, May 03, 2024 LT Group, Inc., Annual General Meeting, May 03, 2024, at 10:00 Singapore Standard Time. Price Target Changed • Dec 19
Price target decreased by 16% to ₱8.20 Down from ₱9.72, the current price target is provided by 1 analyst. New target price is 6.1% below last closing price of ₱8.73. Stock is down 3.1% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of ₱3.76 for next year compared to ₱2.32 last year. Upcoming Dividend • Nov 28
Upcoming dividend of ₱0.30 per share at 14% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 04 December 2023. Payment date: 15 December 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 6.8% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 14%. Within top quartile of Filipino dividend payers (5.7%). Higher than average of industry peers (2.3%). Reported Earnings • Nov 14
Third quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: ₱0.58 (vs ₱0.46 in 3Q 2022) Third quarter 2023 results: EPS: ₱0.58 (up from ₱0.46 in 3Q 2022). Revenue: ₱30.3b (up 19% from 3Q 2022). Net income: ₱6.25b (up 25% from 3Q 2022). Profit margin: 21% (in line with 3Q 2022). Revenue is forecast to grow 4.3% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 2.9% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 9% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 11% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Upcoming Dividend • Aug 25
Upcoming dividend of ₱0.30 per share at 15% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 01 September 2023. Payment date: 13 September 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 7.1% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 15%. Within top quartile of Filipino dividend payers (5.6%). Higher than average of industry peers (2.4%). Duyuru • Aug 18
LT Group, Inc. Declares Special Cash Dividend, Payable on September 13, 2023 LT Group, Inc. announced that the declaration and distribution of Special Cash Dividend of PHP 0.30 per share to all stockholders of record of the company as of September 4, 2023. The Special Cash Dividend of PHP 0.30 was authorized to be paid not later than September 13, 2023. New Risk • Aug 13
New minor risk - Profit margin trend The company's profit margins are lower than last year and have reduced by more than 30%. Net profit margin: 21% Last year net profit margin: 34% This is considered a minor risk. A large drop in profit margin could indicate the company does not have strong competitive advantages or it is yet to establish itself and its core business. Even if it is a well established business, this may make it a much riskier investment than one that has a combination of proven competitive advantages and a stable or growing profit margin. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Minor Risks Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (21% net profit margin). Reported Earnings • Aug 12
Second quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: ₱0.61 (vs ₱0.82 in 2Q 2022) Second quarter 2023 results: EPS: ₱0.61 (down from ₱0.82 in 2Q 2022). Revenue: ₱28.0b (up 18% from 2Q 2022). Net income: ₱6.62b (down 25% from 2Q 2022). Profit margin: 24% (down from 38% in 2Q 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 5.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 2.6% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 8% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 6% per year. Price Target Changed • May 22
Price target decreased by 32% to ₱9.59 Down from ₱14.11, the current price target is an average from 2 analysts. New target price is approximately in line with last closing price of ₱9.97. Stock is up 16% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of ₱3.12 for next year compared to ₱2.32 last year. Upcoming Dividend • May 18
Upcoming dividend of ₱0.30 per share at 14% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 25 May 2023. Payment date: 13 June 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 6.5% but the company is not cash flow positive. Trailing yield: 14%. Within top quartile of Filipino dividend payers (5.8%). Higher than average of industry peers (2.1%). Duyuru • May 16
LT Group, Inc. approves Special Cash Dividend, payable on June 13, 2023 LT Group, Inc. announced that the Board of Directors approved via referendum May 15, 2023, the declaration and distribution of Special Cash Dividend of Php 0.30 per share to all stockholders of record of LT Group, Inc. as of May 30, 2023. The Special Cash Dividend of Php 0.30 was authorized to be paid not later than June 13, 2023. Reported Earnings • May 13
First quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: ₱0.59 (vs ₱0.60 in 1Q 2022) First quarter 2023 results: EPS: ₱0.59 (down from ₱0.60 in 1Q 2022). Revenue: ₱26.0b (up 18% from 1Q 2022). Net income: ₱6.38b (down 2.2% from 1Q 2022). Profit margin: 25% (down from 30% in 1Q 2022). Revenue is forecast to grow 5.9% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 3.1% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 7% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 13% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Duyuru • May 10
LT Group, Inc. Appoints Jose Gabriel D. Olives as Chief Sustainability Officer and Economic, Social and Governance Officer The board of directors of LT Group, Inc. at its meeting held on May 9, 2023, approved and confirmed the appointment of Mr. Jose Gabriel D. Olives as Chief Sustainability Officer and Economic, Social and Governance (ESG) Officer of the Company. Effective Date of Appointment is on May 9, 2023. Duyuru • May 05
LT Group, Inc. Announces Management Changes After a year-long leadership transition period, Lucio Tan III has officially taken over as president of the Lucio Tan Group. During the transition, he shared decision-making responsibilities for business and operational matters with his uncle, Michael Tan, who had been president of LTG since 2010. Tan III is also president and COO at TDI since 2019, and vice president at PAL Holdings, Inc. since 2021. In his President's Report, on the other hand, outgoing president Michael Tan shared that LTG has been through ups and downs since its Initial Public Offering in 2013. Reported Earnings • Mar 18
Full year 2022 earnings released: EPS: ₱2.32 (vs ₱1.87 in FY 2021) Full year 2022 results: EPS: ₱2.32 (up from ₱1.87 in FY 2021). Revenue: ₱100.9b (up 11% from FY 2021). Net income: ₱25.1b (up 24% from FY 2021). Profit margin: 25% (up from 22% in FY 2021). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 6.7% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 5.1% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 5% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 18% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Feb 22
Upcoming dividend of ₱0.30 per share at 8.7% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 01 March 2023. Payment date: 17 March 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 5.3% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 8.7%. Within top quartile of Filipino dividend payers (5.4%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.7%). Duyuru • Feb 14
LT Group, Inc., Annual General Meeting, May 03, 2023 LT Group, Inc., Annual General Meeting, May 03, 2023, at 10:00 China Standard Time. Duyuru • Dec 02
LT Group, Inc. Announces Executive Changes The Board of Directors of LT Group, Inc. approved in a referendum December 1, 2022, to accept the request for early retirement of Atty. Erwin C. Go as Chief Counsel of the Company. In the same referendum, the Board approved the appointment of Atty. Abelardo T. Domondon to the position vacated by Atty. Erwin C. Go, effective December 1, 2022. Upcoming Dividend • Nov 24
Upcoming dividend of ₱0.50 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 01 December 2022. Payment date: 16 December 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 5.3% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 9.7%. Within top quartile of Filipino dividend payers (5.6%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.8%). Duyuru • Nov 18
LT Group, Inc. Approves Special Cash Dividend, Payable on December 16, 2022 The Board of Directors of LT Group, Inc. approved via referendum November 18, 2022, the declaration and distribution of Special Cash Dividend of PHP 0.50 per share to all stockholders of record of LT Group, Inc. as of December 6, 2022. The Special Cash Dividend of PHP 0.50 per share was authorized to be paid not later than December 16, 2022. Payment Date is Dec. 16, 2022. Reported Earnings • Nov 16
Third quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS: ₱0.46 (vs ₱0.57 in 3Q 2021) Third quarter 2022 results: EPS: ₱0.46 (down from ₱0.57 in 3Q 2021). Revenue: ₱25.6b (up 12% from 3Q 2021). Net income: ₱5.01b (down 19% from 3Q 2021). Profit margin: 20% (down from 27% in 3Q 2021). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 9.0% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 6.5% growth forecast for the Industrials industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 7% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 12% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Board Change • Nov 16
Less than half of directors are independent Following the recent departure of a director, there are only 4 independent directors on the board. The company's board is composed of: 4 independent directors. 7 non-independent directors. Independent Director Mary Ng was the last independent director to join the board, commencing their role in 2019. The company's minority of independent directors is a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Duyuru • Nov 11
LT Group, Inc. Appoints Chester Y. Luy as Member of the Board of Advisors LT Group, Inc. advised that the Board of Directors through referendum held on November 10, 2022, approved the appointment of Mr. Chester Y. Luy as member of the Board of Advisors of the Company, after his nomination was duly recommended by the Corporate Governance Committee. Upcoming Dividend • Aug 23
Upcoming dividend of ₱0.30 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 August 2022. Payment date: 15 September 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 5.1% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 13%. Within top quartile of Filipino dividend payers (5.0%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.8%). Duyuru • Aug 18
LT Group, Inc. Approves Declaration of Special Cash Dividend, Payable Not Later Than September 15, 2022 LT Group, Inc. announced that the Board of Directors approved via referendum on August 17, 2022, the declaration and distribution of special cash dividend of PHP 0.30 per share to all stockholders of record of the company as of September 2, 2022. The Special Cash Dividend of PHP 0.30 per share was authorized to be paid not later than September 15, 2022. Reported Earnings • Aug 14
Second quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS: ₱0.82 (vs ₱0.25 loss in 2Q 2021) Second quarter 2022 results: EPS: ₱0.82 (up from ₱0.25 loss in 2Q 2021). Revenue: ₱23.7b (up 7.3% from 2Q 2021). Net income: ₱8.87b (up ₱11.6b from 2Q 2021). Profit margin: 38% (up from net loss in 2Q 2021). The move to profitability was primarily driven by lower expenses. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 8.9%, compared to a 5.1% growth forecast for the industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 5% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 13% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Duyuru • May 18
LT Group, Inc. Declares Special Cash Dividend, Payable on June 15, 2022 LT Group, Inc. announced that the Board of Directors approved via referendum May 17, 2022, the declaration and distribution of Special Cash Dividend of PHP 0.30 per share to all stockholders of record of LT Group, Inc. as of May 31, 2022. The Special Cash Dividend of PHP 0.30 per share was authorized to be paid not later than June 15, 2022. Reported Earnings • May 14
First quarter 2022 earnings: EPS and revenues exceed analyst expectations First quarter 2022 results: EPS: ₱0.60 (up from ₱0.60 in 1Q 2021). Revenue: ₱22.1b (flat on 1Q 2021). Net income: ₱6.53b (flat on 1Q 2021). Profit margin: 30% (in line with 1Q 2021). Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 6.5%. Earnings per share (EPS) also surpassed analyst estimates by 62%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 16%, compared to a 12% growth forecast for the industry in Philippines. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 1% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 22% per year, which means it is performing significantly worse than earnings. Board Change • Apr 27
Less than half of directors are independent There are 5 new directors who have joined the board in the last 3 years. Of these new board members, 1 was an independent director. The company's board is composed of: 4 independent directors. 7 non-independent directors. Independent Director Mary Ng was the last independent director to join the board, commencing their role in 2019. The following issues are considered to be risks according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model: Minority of independent directors. Lack of board continuity. Duyuru • Feb 09
LT Group, Inc., Annual General Meeting, May 04, 2022 LT Group, Inc., Annual General Meeting, May 04, 2022, at 10:00 Singapore Standard Time. Upcoming Dividend • Nov 24
Upcoming dividend of ₱0.60 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 01 December 2021. Payment date: 15 December 2021. Trailing yield: 5.6%. Within top quartile of Filipino dividend payers (4.0%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.1%). Reported Earnings • Nov 13
Third quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS ₱0.57 (vs ₱0.56 in 3Q 2020) The company reported a decent third quarter result with improved earnings, although revenues and profit margins were flat. Third quarter 2021 results: Revenue: ₱22.8b (flat on 3Q 2020). Net income: ₱6.22b (up 2.3% from 3Q 2020). Profit margin: 27% (in line with 3Q 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 3% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 14% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Recent Insider Transactions • Sep 14
Director recently bought ₱4.8m worth of stock On the 8th of September, Karlu Say bought around 520k shares on-market at roughly ₱9.32 per share. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. This was the only on-market transaction from insiders over the last 12 months. Reported Earnings • Aug 13
Second quarter 2021 earnings released: ₱0.25 loss per share (vs ₱0.35 profit in 2Q 2020) The company reported a poor second quarter result with weaker earnings and control over costs, although revenues were flat. Second quarter 2021 results: Revenue: ₱22.0b (flat on 2Q 2020). Net loss: ₱2.76b (down 172% from profit in 2Q 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 9% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 20% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Price Target Changed • Aug 02
Price target increased to ₱17.00 Up from ₱15.32, the current price target is an average from 4 analysts. New target price is 75% above last closing price of ₱9.72. Stock is up 32% over the past year. Upcoming Dividend • Jun 16
Upcoming dividend of ₱0.24 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 22 June 2021. Payment date: 09 July 2021. Trailing yield: 4.6%. Within top quartile of Filipino dividend payers (4.0%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.1%). Duyuru • Jun 12
LT Group, Inc. Announces Special Cash Dividend, Payable on Not Later Than July 9, 2021 LT Group, Inc. announced that at the meeting of the Board of Directors held June 11, 2021, the Board approved via referendum the declaration and distribution of Special Cash Dividend of PHP 0.24 per share to all stockholders of the company as of June 25, 2021. The Special Cash Dividend was authorized to be paid not later than July 9, 2021. Reported Earnings • May 14
First quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS ₱0.60 (vs ₱0.57 in 1Q 2020) The company reported a decent first quarter result with improved earnings and profit margins, although revenues were weaker. First quarter 2021 results: Revenue: ₱22.1b (down 12% from 1Q 2020). Net income: ₱6.47b (up 4.1% from 1Q 2020). Profit margin: 29% (up from 25% in 1Q 2020). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 18% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 16% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Executive Departure • May 07
Director has left the company On the 5th of May, Harry Chua Tan's tenure as Director ended after 12.9 years in the role. As of December 2020, Harry Chua personally held only 3.30k shares (₱43k worth at the time). Harry Chua is the only executive to leave the company over the last 12 months. Major Estimate Revision • Apr 14
Consensus forecasts updated The consensus outlook for 2021 has been updated. 2021 revenue forecast increased from ₱90.3b to ₱93.6b. EPS estimate fell from ₱2.74 to ₱2.35 per share. Net income forecast to grow 36% next year vs 38% growth forecast for Industrials industry in Philippines. Consensus price target broadly unchanged at ₱14.81. Share price fell 4.7% to ₱13.24 over the past week. Duyuru • Feb 10
LT Group, Inc., Annual General Meeting, May 05, 2021 LT Group, Inc., Annual General Meeting, May 05, 2021, at 10:00 Singapore Standard Time. Is New 90 Day High Low • Feb 04
New 90-day high: ₱14.22 The company is up 19% from its price of ₱11.90 on 06 November 2020. The Filipino market is up 6.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. It also outperformed the Industrials industry, which is up 1.0% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is ₱15.39 per share. Is New 90 Day High Low • Dec 15
New 90-day high: ₱14.00 The company is up 59% from its price of ₱8.79 on 16 September 2020. The Filipino market is up 21% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. It also outperformed the Industrials industry, which is up 20% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is ₱29.95 per share. Price Target Changed • Nov 24
Price target raised to ₱13.99 Up from ₱12.33, the current price target is an average from 7 analysts. The new target price is close to the current share price of ₱13.70. As of last close, the stock is up 12% over the past year. Is New 90 Day High Low • Nov 20
New 90-day high: ₱13.74 The company is up 63% from its price of ₱8.42 on 20 August 2020. The Filipino market is up 16% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. It also outperformed the Industrials industry, which is up 17% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is ₱26.54 per share. Reported Earnings • Nov 14
Third quarter 2020 earnings released: EPS ₱0.56 The company reported a decent third quarter result with improved earnings and profit margins, although revenues were weaker. Third quarter 2020 results: Revenue: ₱22.9b (down 2.7% from 3Q 2019). Net income: ₱6.08b (up 12% from 3Q 2019). Profit margin: 27% (up from 23% in 3Q 2019). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 30% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 12% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Oct 22
Market bids up stock over the past week After last week's 19% share price gain to ₱11.96, the stock is trading at a trailing P/E ratio of 5.4x, up from the previous P/E ratio of 4.5x. This compares to an average P/E of 11x in the Industrials industry in Philippines. Total return to shareholders over the past three years is a loss of 26%. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Oct 16
Market bids up stock over the past week After last week's 16% share price gain to ₱10.40, the stock is trading at a trailing P/E ratio of 4.7x, up from the previous P/E ratio of 4.1x. This compares to an average P/E of 11x in the Industrials industry in Philippines. Total return to shareholders over the past three years is a loss of 35%. Is New 90 Day High Low • Oct 13
New 90-day high: ₱9.16 The company is up 14% from its price of ₱8.04 on 15 July 2020. The Filipino market is down 2.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. It also outperformed the Industrials industry, which is down 5.0% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is ₱8.93 per share.