In a report released today, David Farrell from Jefferies maintained a Hold rating on Metso Outotec, with a price target of €11.00.
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David Farrell has given his Hold rating due to a combination of factors impacting Metso Outotec’s financial performance. The company’s recent update revealed a significant 15% miss in Adjusted EBITA, primarily attributed to an unfavorable revenue mix and additional costs from ERP implementation. Despite a €33 million benefit from the ‘other’ line, the adverse revenue mix alone accounted for an estimated €15 million shortfall, with expectations for improvement in the second half of the year.
Moreover, the ERP implementation costs, estimated at around €10 million, are considered one-off, yet they contribute to the view that Metso’s margin improvement may have temporarily stalled. Additionally, operating cash flow was €60 million below expectations, influenced by a working capital outflow, and order intake was slightly below consensus. These factors collectively suggest a cautious outlook, justifying the Hold rating on the stock.
In another report released on July 17, Kepler Capital also maintained a Hold rating on the stock with a €11.20 price target.