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29-Jan-2026 23:33

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A merger of CapitaLand and Mapletree offers several benefits to shareholders beyond just a potential higher share price......For one, it will provide Financial capacity to pursue mega deals like Marina One,

Khazanah, Temasek seen putting Marina One up for sale at S$5 billion to S$6 billion
https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/property/khazanah-temasek-seen-putting-marina-one-sale-s5-billion-s6-billion

Actually, according to some senior gangsters, the timing could not be so incidental..... Put notice that property is for sale, prepare the paper works, and by the time the merger is done, it is ready to " bid" ....... Because of Khazanah, the gangsters believe it' s to o much " political" to just sell direct to CapitaLand/Mapletree....... This is anothersign the merger is sure going to happen......In any case, all this while, the black market has always believed the merger deal will happen, and now those highly paid analysts also copy cat and and think so too........
https://www.theedgesingapore.com/cityandcountry/investing-strategies/temaseks-own-shifts-capitaland-mapletree-merger-has-higher

Remember, the gangsters have an unbelievable target of eight if the rumor keep hotting up, never mind if the dealing is will happen......Some 15, 16, years ago, for nothing, according to the senior gangsters, the price kept going up and up until it hit its all time high of $8.80&hellip .. Now there' s " some thing" , price should not be any lesser......

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27-Jan-2026 12:48

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The following write-up Is condensed from a 32page dossier on the potential merger of CapitaLand and Mapletree.... believe or unbeliever, it up to you, and no use googling it or ask CHATgpt, or Google Ai, because you won' t find it there.... simply because it is some unbelievable imagination from some underworld sources....... I must stress we do not have any insider information whatsoever..... like any, this is purely fantasy thinking......

A potential merger between CapitaLand Investment (CLI) and Mapletree Investments (MIPL) would likely see Mapletree' s business and assets absorbed into an enlarged CapitaLand, creating a major global real estate giant.

This deal is widely expected to succeed because it is driven by Temasek, Singapore' s state investment fund, which is the sole owner of Mapletree and the main shareholder of CapitaLand. Temasek' s goal is to create " national champions" that are bigger and more competitive globally. The perceived backing of the Singapore Government further reinforces the likelihood of the merger going through, as seen with past consolidations like the Seatrium merger.

The merger is considered beneficial for all parties involved:

How It Benefits Everyone

1. A Stronger Nation and Economy

Global Competitiveness: The combined entity would manage over S$200 billion in assets, making it one of the largest real estate companies in Asia. This scale allows it to compete effectively against international giants like Blackstone and Brookfield, raising Singapore' s profile in the global market.
Economic Strategy: The merger aligns with Singapore' s long-term economic strategy of consolidating key industries to ensure they are robust and resilient.

2. Benefits for Both Companies (CapitaLand & Mapletree)

Massive Scale: The combined size significantly boosts their influence, resources, and ability to undertake large-scale, complex projects globally.
Cost Savings (Synergies): Combining operations would lead to major cost savings and increased efficiency, similar to previous successful mergers.
Leadership and Structure: For Mapletree (a private company), the merger helps integrate its business into a listed entity and addresses its CEO succession planning.

3. Benefits for CLI Shareholders

Faster Growth: The merger accelerates CLI' s goal of managing S$200 billion in funds by 2028, boosting its FUM ahead of schedule.
Better Financial Performance: Increased efficiency and scale are expected to lead to better profits and a potentially higher share price.

Structure of the Merger

The most likely structure would involve:

Mapletree joining CLI: Mapletree' s assets and fund management business would merge into CLI.
REIT Consolidation: Their various publicly listed Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) would likely merge to avoid overlapping assets and conflicts of interest (e.g., CapitaLand Ascendas REIT with Mapletree Industrial Trust).

While challenges exist in getting all minority shareholders to agree to the exact terms, the overwhelming strategic alignment and the backing of Temasek make a successful outcome highly probable.

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25-Jan-2026 16:11

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CLI is 2nd top insitutional buy since 1 Jan. OCBC had identified it as their pick with the highest upside for 2026. Postive sign that not many people are talking about CLI. If the merger materialises with good terms for CLI, it should go beyond $4.

MrBear12 ( Date: 25-Jan-2026 15:06) Posted:

About time they restructured

T's investment returns compared to other funds is below average.

Capitaland will be a key property counter in any superior return portfolio

Hold or buy if we can.

3.00 is still cheap.

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25-Jan-2026 15:06

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25-Jan-2026 14:53

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juz note, u don' t have much time....April is just round the corner.... don' t underestimate this......this T' s mega restructuring is the biggest garment initiative since the setting up of GIC and Temasek.....

Temasek' s massive restructuring, scheduled for April 1, 2026, primarily involves an internal reorganization into three distinct investment entities: Temasek Global Investments (TGI), Temasek Singapore (TSG), and Temasek Partnership Solutions (TPS).

While the official announcement focuses on leadership and internal structural shifts, several specific companies and sectors are likely targets for consolidation, divestment, or closer management under these new units:

1. Possible Mergers

Temasek may combine some of its biggest businesses to make them stronger:

Real Estate: There is talk of merging CapitaLand Investment and Mapletree Investments. If combined, they would become one of the world' s largest real estate managers.
Investment Firms: Temasek&rsquo s investment group, Seviora Holdings, is reviewing its smaller companies to see if they should be joined together.

2. Singapore " Stalwarts" (The Core Companies)

A new group called Temasek Singapore (TSG) will focus on helping Singapore&rsquo s biggest brands grow and survive challenges like Artificial Intelligence. These companies include:

DBS Bank
Singapore Airlines (SIA)
Singtel
Sembcorp and Seatrium (Marine and Energy)
ST Engineering
PSA International (Ports)

3. Selling Smaller Assets

Temasek wants to focus on fewer, larger deals. Because of this:

Divestments: They are planning to sell off about 22 smaller companies (mostly in Europe) that are no longer a priority.
Global Leaders: They will keep a close eye on their big international stakes, such as BlackRock and Tencent.

4. Technology and AI

Temasek is putting a big focus on its tech companies like Aicadium and minden.ai. These firms will likely work more closely with the " Stalwarts" (like SIA or DBS) to help them use new technology.

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25-Jan-2026 12:46

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And I wasn' t joking about Keppel being the " best man" in this preordained marriage...... the black market people don' t play a fool with such important matters of national interests .......

https://www.sharejunction.com/sharejunction/listMessage.htm?topicId=21882& searchString=& msgbdName=Others& topicTitle=Masters%20of%20the%20SEAS:%20KEPPEL,%20SCI,%20SEATRIUM,%20YZJSB

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25-Jan-2026 12:26

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The black market has an unbelievable eight dollar target if truly happened......

A potential merger is expected to benefit

CapitaLand Investment (CLI) as increased scale acts as a positive catalyst for its underperforming share price. For the REITs, the impact is mixed, and they would likely need to consolidate to manage conflicts of interest.

Benefits and Share Price Boost for CLI

Analysts widely view a potential merger as a positive catalyst for CLI' s share price due to:

Turbo-charged Growth: Mapletree' s assets (AUM) would significantly increase CLI' s scale to over US$150 billion, making it a formidable global real estate player.
Cost Synergies: The combined entity could unlock substantial cost savings and synergies, building on the successful 2019 CapitaLand-Ascendas-Singbridge merger.
Enhanced Competitiveness: Enlarged scale enhances competitiveness against global giants like Blackstone and Brookfield, potentially attracting more foreign capital.
Addressing Underperformance: Given that CLI shares have been under pressure partly due to general market conditions and specific earnings misses, a major strategic move like this is seen as a way to unlock significant value for shareholders.

Impact on the REITs

The impact on the various Singapore REITs (S-REITs) under both sponsors is more nuanced. The REITs are independently managed, and unitholders would need to vote on any proposed mergers:

Consolidation Likely: To mitigate potential conflicts of interest and reduce overlaps, many S-REITs would have to consider merging.
Mixed Benefits:
- MPACT is seen by some as a potential beneficiary, possibly being acquired by CICT.
- Potential combinations like CLAR with MINT are possible, but concerns exist about merging with Mapletree REITs that have faced operational challenges overseas, which could lead to unitholder resistance.
Risks: Concerns about potential distribution per unit (DPU) dilution for unitholders in the stronger CLI REITs, valuation disagreements, and integration complexities could lead to resistance.

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25-Jan-2026 12:06

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A potential merger between CapitaLand Investment (CLI) and Mapletree Investmentsin 2026 is possible but remains in early stages. It is driven by their common parent, Temasek Holdings, to consolidate and create a stronger global real estate entity.

Key Drivers

Temasek' s Strategy: The merger aligns with Temasek' s restructuring goals (effective April 1, 2026) to create larger, globally competitive firms and achieve better long-term returns.
Scale: The combined entity would manage over US$150 billion in assets, enhancing global competitiveness.
Efficiency: The deal aims for significant cost synergies, building on past Temasek-led consolidations (e.g., 2019 CapitaLand-Ascendas-Singbridge merger)

Benefits for CapitaLand and Mapletree

CapitaLand (CLI): The merger is seen as a major catalyst for CLI' s underperforming share price. Increased scale and synergies could unlock significant shareholder value.
Mapletree: The unlisted Mapletree would gain access to public capital markets via the listed CLI, mitigating operational challenges in some overseas markets. The integration also helps with Mapletree' s leadership succession planning.
Financial Strength: Mapletree brings a strong financial position, with S$9.2 billion in cash and undrawn facilities as of March 31, 2025, which would benefit the combined group.

Impact on REITs

Consolidation Likely: Overlapping REITs under both sponsors (e.g., CICT/MPACT, CLAR/MINT) would likely need to merge to manage conflicts of interest.
Mixed Reception: The impact on REIT unitholders is mixed, depending on specific deal metrics. Some unitholders might resist if there are concerns about DPU dilution or the integration of weaker-performing assets

Government and Temasek' s Role

Temasek is the Driver: Temasek management is pushing the merger for commercial reasons.
Government Non-Intervention: The Singapore Government maintains a policy of non-intervention in its portfolio companies' commercial decisions. It holds Temasek' s board accountable for overall returns but does not direct specific mergers.
Regulatory Oversight: The Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCS) has a voluntary notification system but can intervene if competition concerns arise. As of January 2026, no formal notification has been made.

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