Rising Total LiabilitiesA trend of rising liabilities, even from a low base, can incrementally erode financial flexibility and increase future interest or refinancing exposure. If liabilities grow faster than cash generation, the company may face higher funding costs or constrained investment capacity over coming quarters.
Operating Cash Flow DeclineA drop in operating cash flow signals weakening near-term cash conversion from core operations. If sustained, lower operating cash flow can limit the firm's ability to fund working capital and organic investment internally, forcing reliance on financing or reducing shareholder returns over time.
EPS And Net Income PressureNegative EPS growth (~-9.8%) alongside a slight net income decline despite revenue gains suggests margin or non-operating pressures. Persistent profit compacting can reduce retained earnings, constrain capital deployment and raise questions about earnings quality across subsequent reporting periods.