Profitability VolatilityHistorical swings from losses to profits and recent gross margin compression signal that earnings durability is uncertain. For a long‑lived asset operator, volatile margins complicate planning, increase WACC on project financing, and raise execution risk for multi‑year investments.
Large Absolute DebtWhile leverage ratios improved, the absolute debt stock (~5.7B) leaves the company exposed to interest rate moves, refinancing risk, and cyclical power prices. High nominal debt can constrain capital allocation and necessitate sustained cash generation to avoid funding stress.
Uneven Cash ConversionAn inconsistent cash‑flow track record, with several recent years of negative FCF, highlights reliance on sporadic rebounds. Ongoing large investment needs and volatile conversion imply potential future needs for external funding, raising execution and liquidity risks over the medium term.