Negative And Worsening Free Cash FlowPersistently negative free cash flow reduces financial flexibility, forcing dependence on external financing to cover capex or working capital. Over months this raises refinancing and execution risk, and can constrain maintenance or strategic investments crucial for mountain transport reliability.
Margin Compression In 2025Eroding gross and net margins signal rising input costs or weakened pricing power. Sustained margin pressure reduces ability to fund capital-intensive infrastructure and lowers returns on investment, threatening long-term profitability and the capacity to absorb future demand shocks.
Step‑up In Debt And LeverageA marked increase in leverage in 2025 diminishes balance sheet resilience. Higher debt raises interest and refinancing burdens, limits strategic optionality, and increases vulnerability to low season cash shortfalls, which can materially affect operations and investment planning.