Negative Profitability And Cash GenerationPersistent negative EBIT, net margins and operating cash flow undermine the company's ability to self-fund operations and reinvest. Over several quarters this limits capacity to restore margins, increases refinancing needs, and raises the risk of covenant stress or dilution if external capital is required.
Rising LeverageAn increased debt-to-equity ratio raises fixed interest and repayment obligations, reducing financial flexibility. With margins and cash flow under pressure, higher leverage magnifies downside risk and limits the company's ability to invest in margin-restoring initiatives or pursue strategic partnerships.
Declining Gross Margins And Inconsistent RevenueDeclining gross margins signal structural input-cost or pricing pressure that erodes operating leverage. Coupled with inconsistent revenue, this reduces predictability of earnings and makes sustained profitability dependent on either cost restructuring or a durable shift in sales mix toward higher-margin channels.