Shareholders’ Trip to Yangon, Myanmar 19th to 21st February 2025
Shareholders toured Pun Hlaing Estate, StarCity, Yoma Central, CityLoft West showflat, and Paduak Garden Project, gaining insights from the Yoma Land management team. They explored various residential projects including The Hills and Lotus Hills at Pun Hlaing Estate, as well as CityLoft, StarVillas, and City Villas at StarCity.
A key highlight was Estella, a newly completed eco-friendly townhouse development in StarCity equipped with solar panels, where the first phase of handovers began in November 2024. Shareholders were also introduced to Sandakuu Garden, a new landed housing project at Pun Hlaing Estate featuring 182 solar-equipped villas.
Shareholders exploring StarCity master plan
Estella townhouses at StarCity
Shareholders visited Kings International School
Presentations by Wave Money and Yoma Fleet provided insights into our Financial Services operations, highlighting new opportunities in the mobile financial services sector and Wave Money’s expansion into Thailand to serve the growing Myanmar community.
At Junction City, shareholders visited KFC and YKKO restaurants before gathering for lunch at KFC. Over the meal, they engaged with the Head of Yoma F&B, discussing the business’s market position, opportunities for growth, and current challenges.
Wave Pay demonstration at KFC store
Head of Yoma F&B shared business
insights with shareholders
Beyond our core operations, shareholders also visited Step-in Step-up (SISU), a non-profit vocational training center supported by the Group. Shareholders were highly appreciative of our efforts in this space, recognising the tangible impact on the community.
Additionally, we shared our sustainability initiatives, reinforcing our mission to “Build a Better Myanmar for Its People” and our commitment to responsible business practices.
Shareholders observed students’ activities at SISU
Q&A session with Chairman and CFO
Group photo of shareholders with Chairman and CFO
Yoma Strategic’s Shareholders' Feedback:
“Direct observation of operations and discussions with Yoma’s executive team provided valuable insights into the company’s growth efforts and their commitment to building better communities for Myanmar’s future.”
“As I have often experienced in my travels, visiting a city provides a deeper understanding of the reality on the ground. While challenges remain, the resilience of the Myanmar people stands out. As they navigate this period, the pragmatic management has guided the company back to profitability, focusing on “Survival is Success.” I’m confident that Yoma Strategic Holdings will endure these challenges and look forward to seeing them thrive in the future.”
“Every detail was well planned from start to finish and I really appreciate all the effort you put in to make this an unforgettable experience for all of us.”
“Yoma Strategic Holdings, promoted by one of Myanmar’s most respected families, is a collection of first-rate businesses across the consumer, financial services and real estate sectors. As market leaders, they are each well positioned to benefit from Myanmar’s future long-term economic growth. Seeing is believing, and fortunately Yoma’s management team are very transparent – current and prospective investors would benefit greatly from spending time on the ground in Yangon. They have much to be proud of.”