Research

 

At the core of the business is our independent & unrivalled research

Through timely, in-depth analysis of companies, industries andeconomy,

Alfalah CLSA has earned its reputation as a leader in the field of research in Pakistan

 

Overview

Alfalah CLSA is committed to prioritizing clients’ needs. Our expertise enables us to deliver the widest coverage with leading content and research in Pakistan.  Our research comprises of 6 analysts, who are CFA charter-holders or are working towards it.

Products

More than 10 unique research products are available to Alfalah CLSA clients through our state of the art dedicated research portal.

 

Detailed initiation reports Issued at the time of commencement of coverage, Analysts issues first rating (BUY, SELL, HOLD) on the stock, usually an in depth review of the company, discussing history, financial analysis, valuation methodology, shareholding pattern, business dynamics.
Perspective

Periodic updates, Involves incorporation of latest financials, earnings previews/reviews, key takeaways from conference calls/analyst briefings, macro changes such as Discount rate, Exchange rate, etc.

 

Reports on key data, such as Auto numbers, Oil & gas production/drilling data, Fertilizer offtake numbers, Banking spreads, Cement dispatches etc.

Strategy Reports Periodic performance review of the market, change in sector rating (Overweight, Underweight, Market weight), major developments such as MSCI rebalancing, etc.
Economy Reports Analysis of key economic data, such as inflation, trade, remittances etc. Review of State bank of Pakistan’s quarterly economic reports, Pakistan Bureau of Statistic’s Economic Survey etc.
101 Basic principles and concepts of a sector, analysis of financials.
Special Reports  Budget report discussing major changes in finance bill, customs, sales and income tax ordinance.