Dear Readers,
SATS reported a good set of results before market opened on Thursday. Despite the challenging business environment and softening of tourism growth, they achieved a net profit of $51.6mil for the quarter, up 18% against the same quarter a year ago. Consequently, operating profit also improved by 7.2%. Final dividend of $0.09 was proposed.
One day after the release, SATS had a good run to $3.38 and to close at $3.30. At closing price, it is trading at 2.5 times book value with earnings multiple of 18.75 times. Dividend yield stands at 4.24% (Source: Bloomberg). Under such valuation, is it still worth buying? If yes, for dividend/growth or both?
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