In a report released yesterday, Divya Gangahar from Morgan Stanley maintained a Buy rating on Grab (GRAB – Research Report), with a price target of $5.50.
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Divya Gangahar has given his Buy rating due to a combination of factors related to Grab’s strategic moves and market positioning. A potential merger with GoTo Group is seen as a significant opportunity for market consolidation in Indonesia, which could enhance profitability for both companies by reducing competition and generating cost synergies. The On-Demand Service market in Indonesia, despite being the largest in ASEAN, faces challenges due to competitive pressures, and a merger could alleviate these through improved unit economics.
Moreover, the valuation of the merger, although initially high, could present upside potential when considering the expected margin improvements and synergies in the medium term. The regulatory landscape is not seen as a major obstacle, especially in Indonesia, though Singapore might pose some challenges. Additionally, Grab’s strong financial position, with substantial cash reserves, supports the feasibility of the merger. These factors collectively underpin Divya Gangahar’s Buy rating on Grab’s stock.
According to TipRanks, Gangahar is a 4-star analyst with an average return of 33.3% and a 78.57% success rate.
In another report released yesterday, Citi also maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a $5.90 price target.