Thin Net MarginsNet margins remain modest (~3.5%) and have compressed from earlier highs, leaving limited buffer against cost inflation or traffic declines. Low margins constrain free-cash-flow generation and reduce the firm’s ability to self-fund expansion or absorb shocks without cutting costs or raising external capital.
Volatile Cash-flow ConversionAlthough FY2025 delivered positive free cash flow, conversion has been inconsistent and only ~59% of net income. Working-capital swings and lumpy reinvestment needs create unpredictable cash availability, complicating reliable capex, franchising support, or steady shareholder returns over the medium term.
History Of Elevated Leverage Poses Re-leveraging RiskThe company’s track record of higher leverage in 2020–2021 shows management can revert to greater debt if growth is pursued aggressively or profits dip. Re-leveraging would raise interest costs, constrain flexibility, and increase refinancing and covenant risks during economic stress.