Compressed Gross Margin TrendA declining gross margin, even from a healthy level, signals pressure on product-level profitability—from input costs, pricing, or mix shifts. If persistent, it can erode operating leverage and limit the long-term ability to sustain higher net margins achieved in the recovery.
Earnings VolatilityLarge negative EPS growth points to volatility in reported earnings and sensitivity to one-off items or seasonality. That variability complicates forecasting, capital allocation, and investor confidence, and may recur given agricultural revenue swings and past losses.
Cash Flow / Balance VariabilityAlthough recent operating cash flow recovered, historical fluctuations suggest the company can experience cash generation swings tied to seasonality or working capital. This can constrain discretionary spending and increase reliance on liquidity buffers in stressed periods.