OSK Research raises Tan Chong (4405.KU) target price to MYR4.51 from MYR4.26 after company announced it has secured exclusive rights to distribute Nissan vehicles in Laos, with distribution expected to commence in 2Q10; analyst Ahmad Maghfur Usman says move into Laos market, along with recent clinching of similar rights in Cambodia, will complement Tan Chong's manufacturing plant being set up in Vietnam; says although Laos still an undeveloped vehicle market currently, venture "augurs well" for Tan Chong in longer-term; expects immediate sales to be mostly pick-up trucks, with sales volume forecast at 200 units in 2010, rising to 300 units in 2011 and 2012. Raises revenue forecast over next 3 years by 0.6%-0.9% to factor in Laos sales, resulting in 1.0%-1.8% rise in earnings projections. Keeps at Buy. Tan Chong last traded +0.8% at MYR3.80. (benjamin.low@dowjones.com)
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