AP's profit recovery, strong presales and cheap valuation drive gains
Profit recovery confirmed AP's first-half profit rose 5% to 1.97 billion baht, and Q2 profit beat estimates, with gross margin improving to 30.9%. Brokers expect second-half profit to jump 35% as high-value condos start transferring. This directly lifts earnings and supports the share price.
Shows the core earnings recovery that underpins the stock's rise.
Strong presales and new launches AP launched several new projects, including LIFE Sukhumvit-Rama 4 (4.5 billion baht), GOOD DAY More Bangmod, and ASPIRE Sathorn-Taksin Privé. Its July-August presales were the strongest in the sector at 9.2 billion baht, showing healthy demand for its products.
New launches and top presales signal future revenue growth.
Cheap valuation and high dividend yield AP trades at only 5.4-5.7 times 2026 earnings and offers a dividend yield above 6.8%. Multiple brokers maintain Buy ratings with target prices of 9.45-10.60 baht, seeing upside of over 20%. This attracts income and value investors.
Low valuation and high yield make the stock appealing, supporting demand.
Sector headwinds and flood risk The property sector still faces high household debt, loan rejections above 50%, and recent Bangkok floods that could delay transfers. However, AP is seen as resilient due to product and location diversification, and proposed looser lending rules could help.
Balances the positive drivers with real risks that could cap gains.