High Absolute LeverageEven after improvement, elevated absolute debt levels leave limited capital buffers and amplify sensitivity to rising funding costs or credit stress. High leverage constrains strategic optionality and raises the probability of capital or refinancing actions under adverse cycles.
Volatile Cash GenerationSharp multi-year swings in operating and free cash flow reduce predictability of internal funding for growth, debt servicing and dividends. This inconsistency increases reliance on external funding or securitisations and raises execution risk during tightening liquidity.
Slowing Revenue GrowthModerating top-line growth suggests loan book expansion may be losing pace. Coupled with high leverage and funding sensitivity, slower revenue growth can limit absolute earnings gains absent further margin improvement or a shift toward higher-yielding assets.