Rising Leverage TrendMulti-year increase in leverage reduces financial flexibility and raises sensitivity to operating shocks. While current ratios remain moderate, a higher debt base can constrain capital allocation choices, increase interest exposure, and limit buffer for prolonged downturns or larger strategic investments.
Free Cash Flow VolatilityDespite strong earnings, FCF swings undermine predictability of internally funded growth and dividends. A large 2025 FCF decline—driven by working capital or investment outflows—signals potential timing mismatches and raises the risk that the firm may need external funding or curtailed reinvestment in weaker years.
Policy-driven Demand Risk For Electrified VehiclesNovated leasing volumes and margins are exposed to government incentives and policy shifts for EVs/PHEVs. The removal or uncertainty of subsidies can materially reduce vehicle orders and margins in the leasing book, creating structural demand volatility that could persist until policy clarity or alternative demand drivers emerge.