Although our Alpha picks’ return of +1.86% trailed the FBMKLCI’s +4.9% in Dec 17 amid hefty year-end window dressing, these picks have started the year with smashing month-to-date returns of 0.7-11.8%. Some have technically broken out. Good domestic liquidity and positive newsflow for these stocks should ensure continuing positive momentum. We maintain our alpha picks for January, namely Ann Joo,