• Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad (“Matrix”) is principally involved in the Property Development, Construction, Education, Hospitality, and Healthcare.

• Several factors are expected to contribute to the potential increase in the company's earnings, including: (i) a land bank expansion by 1,382 acres or 62.7% YoY to 3,586 acres with close proximity to HSR, (ii) a 48% expansion in new launching to RM1.9bn, and (iii) gaining prominence in Indonesia through the development of Indonesia’s Islamic Financial District.

• Matrix maintains a minimum 40% dividend payout ratio, payable on a quarterly basis. Over the past 5 years, it consistently paid annual DPS of 9-13sen, resulting in a notable 6-8% dividend yield.

• We initiate coverage on Matrix with a BUY recommendation and TP of RM1.81, pegged at 1.0x P/B to FY25F BVPS of RM1.81. This implies a +1.0 Std. Dev. above its 5-yr historical average forward P/B of 0.9x. Company Background Matrix was established in 1996 and listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia since 2013. With an integrated spectrum of business activities across Property Development, Construction, Education, Hospitality, and Healthcare, the company has extended its presence beyond Malaysia, with development footprints in Melbourne, Australia and Jakarta, Indonesia. Overview – Business and Operations Matrix’s Sendayan Developments township, which covers over 6,000 acres of land in Negeri Sembilan, is a flagship and award-winning project known for its affordable-premium landed homes set within a sustainable, green environment. The development includes first-class amenities such as Matrix Global Schools, GBI-certified d’Tempat Country Club, d’Sora Business Boutique Hotel, and a range of public and social facilities, providing residents with exceptional community living experience. The company is also the developer of Bandar Sri Impian, a 900-acre project in Kluang, Johor. Since 2013, Matrix has extended its reach to Kuala Lumpur City Centre with the construction of Chambers Kuala Lumpur, a 33-storey condominium project. Additionally, there are plans in the pipeline for Matrix to expand its property portfolio in Selangor with upcoming developments in Puchong, Damansara Perdana, and Cheras. Global Presence Matrix has expanded its reach globally by developing premium residences in other countries. For example, the company recently launched M333 St Kilda in Melbourne, Australia, in May 2022. Furthermore, in 2019, the company entered the Indonesian market through a joint venture with a well-known local developers to develop the 29-storey Menara Syariah in the international waterfront township of Pantai Kapuk Indah 2 in Jakarta.

Source: BIMB Securities Research - 28 Dec 2023