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AsiaOne
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
'The roar of the crowd at the Padang': That 'handsome Keppel guy' on leading a contingent at NDP 2025, Lifestyle News
Are you one of the thousands who caught the video of that "handsome Keppel guy" from the National Day Parade — a nickname swiftly bestowed by netizens — and want to know more about him? We got you. A TikTok video featuring the man who led the Keppel contingent went viral, amassing over 150,000 views. "Good looking guy!" one user commented, while others went as far as to dub him Singapore's "internet boyfriend" and even a "national treasure". @laurenalexwong Glad to have him back after 14 Saturdays #ndp25 #ndp2025 #ndp #sg60 #keppel #sg ♬ before vs after - krizzl The New Paper recently caught up with the man himself: Andrew Whitmarsh, 27, a key account manager at Keppel Ltd, a global asset manager and operator. He has worked at Keppel for the past two years since graduating from university, and told TNP over email on Aug 14 that marching in the parade was "an unforgettable experience that filled me with pride". Born in Singapore, Whitmarsh spent most of his childhood in Hong Kong before returning at the age of 18 for National Service, university, and his current job. "I didn't expect my partner's TikTok video to go viral, but I loved seeing how excited she was as the view count kept climbing," said Whitmarsh. He only realised what had happened when his phone began lighting up with messages from his friends, who sent a video of him posted by another news site. Lauren Alexandra Wong, his partner of almost two years, said she was initially "surprised" that he received so much attention from just the short clip. "But I'm just happy that the (commenters) agree with me and also think he's good looking," said the 27-year-old. Training was 'intense but rewarding' Whitmarsh said he was invited to be the contingent commander for this year's NDP at the start of 2024. To prepare for the role, he first served as Keppel's deputy contingent commander during last year's parade, undergoing "intense but rewarding" training. For this year's parade, training began in May. Whitmarsh led a 36-man contingent, spending 14 Saturdays under the scorching sun, perfecting their drills in the lead-up to the big day. "What motivated me was the opportunity to represent Keppel on a national platform and to meet colleagues from different divisions — people I wouldn't have had the chance to interact closely with otherwise," he said. Beyond the thrill of "marching into the roar of the crowd at the Padang", Whitmarsh's fondest memories of NDP 2025 are the breaks spent with colleagues from both last year and this year's parade, sharing homemade food and conversations, and playing games. And after 14 consecutive Saturdays, quipped Ms Wong, she is just "glad to have him back". [[nid:721110]] This article was first published in The New Paper . Permission required for reproduction.
Bloomberg
11-08-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Singapore's Keppel Divesting S$1.4 Billion M1 Telco at Loss
Singapore's Keppel Ltd. is looking to divest its interest in one of the country's major telecommunication providers for an estimated S$222 million ($173 million) accounting loss, as it seeks to ramp up a drive to offload legacy assets. The move, announced in exchange filings early Monday, will mark an end to the conglomerate-turned asset manager's long-time backing of M1. The divestment is expected to generate nearly S$1 billion in cash proceeds for Keppel, which controls about 83.9% of M1's stakes.
Bloomberg
31-07-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Singapore's Keppel Seeks Comparisons to KKR in Push to Divest
Singapore's Keppel Ltd. wants to benchmark itself against leading global asset managers, as it accelerates efforts to divest a significant portion of S$14.4 billion ($11 billion) non-core assets. The company is planning to substantially trim those holdings by 2030, following wider losses from the segment and its attempt to be seen more like an asset manager.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Retail investors account for 59% of Keppel Ltd.'s (SGX:BN4) ownership, while private equity firms account for 21%
The considerable ownership by retail investors in Keppel indicates that they collectively have a greater say in management and business strategy 38% of the business is held by the top 25 shareholders 18% of Keppel is held by Institutions Our free stock report includes 3 warning signs investors should be aware of before investing in Keppel. Read for free now. Every investor in Keppel Ltd. (SGX:BN4) should be aware of the most powerful shareholder groups. We can see that retail investors own the lion's share in the company with 59% ownership. Put another way, the group faces the maximum upside potential (or downside risk). Private equity firms, on the other hand, account for 21% of the company's stockholders. Let's take a closer look to see what the different types of shareholders can tell us about Keppel. Check out our latest analysis for Keppel Institutions typically measure themselves against a benchmark when reporting to their own investors, so they often become more enthusiastic about a stock once it's included in a major index. We would expect most companies to have some institutions on the register, especially if they are growing. We can see that Keppel does have institutional investors; and they hold a good portion of the company's stock. This suggests some credibility amongst professional investors. But we can't rely on that fact alone since institutions make bad investments sometimes, just like everyone does. If multiple institutions change their view on a stock at the same time, you could see the share price drop fast. It's therefore worth looking at Keppel's earnings history below. Of course, the future is what really matters. We note that hedge funds don't have a meaningful investment in Keppel. Temasek Holdings (Private) Limited is currently the company's largest shareholder with 21% of shares outstanding. For context, the second largest shareholder holds about 5.6% of the shares outstanding, followed by an ownership of 3.2% by the third-largest shareholder. A deeper look at our ownership data shows that the top 25 shareholders collectively hold less than half of the register, suggesting a large group of small holders where no single shareholder has a majority. While studying institutional ownership for a company can add value to your research, it is also a good practice to research analyst recommendations to get a deeper understand of a stock's expected performance. Quite a few analysts cover the stock, so you could look into forecast growth quite easily. While the precise definition of an insider can be subjective, almost everyone considers board members to be insiders. Company management run the business, but the CEO will answer to the board, even if he or she is a member of it. Insider ownership is positive when it signals leadership are thinking like the true owners of the company. However, high insider ownership can also give immense power to a small group within the company. This can be negative in some circumstances. Our information suggests that Keppel Ltd. insiders own under 1% of the company. Being so large, we would not expect insiders to own a large proportion of the stock. Collectively, they own S$106m of stock. It is good to see board members owning shares, but it might be worth checking if those insiders have been buying. The general public -- including retail investors -- own 59% of Keppel. With this amount of ownership, retail investors can collectively play a role in decisions that affect shareholder returns, such as dividend policies and the appointment of directors. They can also exercise the power to vote on acquisitions or mergers that may not improve profitability. With an ownership of 21%, private equity firms are in a position to play a role in shaping corporate strategy with a focus on value creation. Some investors might be encouraged by this, since private equity are sometimes able to encourage strategies that help the market see the value in the company. Alternatively, those holders might be exiting the investment after taking it public. While it is well worth considering the different groups that own a company, there are other factors that are even more important. Case in point: We've spotted 3 warning signs for Keppel you should be aware of, and 1 of them is a bit concerning. If you are like me, you may want to think about whether this company will grow or shrink. Luckily, you can check this free report showing analyst forecasts for its future. NB: Figures in this article are calculated using data from the last twelve months, which refer to the 12-month period ending on the last date of the month the financial statement is dated. This may not be consistent with full year annual report figures. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. 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Yahoo
27-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Keppel (SGX:BN4) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of SGD0.19
The board of Keppel Ltd. (SGX:BN4) has announced that it will pay a dividend of SGD0.19 per share on the 9th of May. Based on this payment, the dividend yield on the company's stock will be 5.1%, which is an attractive boost to shareholder returns. AI is about to change healthcare. These 20 stocks are working on everything from early diagnostics to drug discovery. The best part - they are all under $10bn in marketcap - there is still time to get in early. A big dividend yield for a few years doesn't mean much if it can't be sustained. The last dividend made up quite a large portion of free cash flows, and this was made worse by the lack of free cash flows. Generally, we think that this would be a risky long term practice. The next year is set to see EPS grow by 40.8%. If the dividend continues along recent trends, we estimate the payout ratio will be 51%, which is in the range that makes us comfortable with the sustainability of the dividend. See our latest analysis for Keppel The company has a long dividend track record, but it doesn't look great with cuts in the past. The dividend has gone from an annual total of SGD0.42 in 2015 to the most recent total annual payment of SGD0.34. The dividend has shrunk at around 2.1% a year during that period. A company that decreases its dividend over time generally isn't what we are looking for. Growing earnings per share could be a mitigating factor when considering the past fluctuations in the dividend. Earnings have grown at around 3.3% a year for the past five years, which isn't massive but still better than seeing them shrink. Earnings are not growing quickly at all, and the company is paying out most of its profit as dividends. This isn't the end of the world, but for investors looking for strong dividend growth they may want to look elsewhere. In summary, while it's good to see that the dividend hasn't been cut, we are a bit cautious about Keppel's payments, as there could be some issues with sustaining them into the future. With cash flows lacking, it is difficult to see how the company can sustain a dividend payment. We would be a touch cautious of relying on this stock primarily for the dividend income. Companies possessing a stable dividend policy will likely enjoy greater investor interest than those suffering from a more inconsistent approach. Meanwhile, despite the importance of dividend payments, they are not the only factors our readers should know when assessing a company. Just as an example, we've come across 3 warning signs for Keppel you should be aware of, and 1 of them is a bit concerning. If you are a dividend investor, you might also want to look at our curated list of high yield dividend stocks. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Sign in to access your portfolio
