Volatile Free Cash FlowSignificant swings in free cash flow create planning uncertainty for investment and payout policy. Even with good cash conversion on average, volatility can constrain long-term capital allocation, force precautionary liquidity buffers, and raise execution risk for growth initiatives.
Declining Net Profit MarginA falling net margin over recent years signals pressure below the operating line or rising non-operating costs. Persistent margin erosion undermines return on sales and limits reinvestment or distributions, reducing resilience to slower revenue growth or competitive stress.
Recent Revenue Weakness NotedSustained or recent declines in revenue constrain scale economics and make it harder to expand operating profit even with strong margins. Structural revenue weakness raises questions about market penetration, product relevance, or competitive displacement over the medium term.