Negative Shareholders' Equity And High LeverageNegative equity and elevated leverage are structural weaknesses that limit financial flexibility, constrain access to affordable capital, and increase refinancing risk. Over months this can force asset sales, higher borrowing costs, or creditor negotiations, impairing the firm’s ability to invest or execute turnaround plans.
Persistent Net LossesOngoing net losses erode retained earnings and restrict internal funding for capex or debt reduction. Persistently negative profitability undermines sustainability, forces dependence on external capital or restructuring, and raises execution risk for any strategic recovery efforts over the medium term.
Inconsistent Free Cash Flow GenerationVolatile free cash flow creates uncertainty for debt servicing, capital expenditures, and working capital through cane cycles. When combined with high leverage, inconsistent FCF raises the probability of liquidity stress during weak harvests or price swings and complicates credible multi-quarter turnaround planning.