The bellwether Straits Times Index pulled off a lacklustre performance last year, ending 0.3% below its 2022 close. However, there were a few standout performers within the blue-chip index. One of these stocks was Keppel Ltd (SGX: BN4). The conglomerate-turned-asset manager pulled off a stunning 61% total return last year. Keppel has been growing its business steadily over the past year, leading investors to wonder – can the group pull off a similar performance for 2024? Let us find out. Solid sets of financial metrics Keppel reported a robust set of financial results for the first nine months of 2023 (9M 2023) as well as progress for its asset monetisation target. Revenue for 9M 2023 grew 5% year on year to S$5.3 billion, driven by top-line growth for its Infrastructure and Connectivity divisions but offset by a weaker performance for the Real Estate division. Net profit for this period was significantly higher year on year, even after excluding discontinued operations....