0429 GMT - Xiaomi's gross profit margin may remain resilient in 2024, thanks to more premium smartphones and a better product mix, OCBC analysts write in a note. They see a stronger smartphone sales outlook in the following quarters after stronger-than-expected 1Q results. OCBC raises its earnings per share forecast by 3% and 10% for 2024 and 2025, respectively, and lifts the target price to HK$25.00 from HK$20.10. They believe Xiaomi's market share will continue to rise amid an improved global smartphone outlook. Xiaomi's Internet-of-Things sector will see more growth potential while its EV foray could drive earnings growth in the future. OCBC keeps a buy rating on the stock which is last at HK$17.62.(jiahui.huang@wsj.com; @ivy_jiahuihuang)
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May 30, 2024 00:29 ET (04:29 GMT)
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