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TSE:DII.B

Dorel Class B

(OTC:DII.B)

Rating:46Neutral
Price Target:
C$1.50
▲(15.38% Upside)
Dorel Industries faces significant financial challenges, with declining revenues and high leverage being the most critical issues. The technical analysis suggests a bearish trend, and valuation metrics are poor due to ongoing losses. The earnings call provided some optimism with strategic initiatives, but the overall outlook remains cautious due to liquidity issues and restructuring challenges.
Positive Factors
Global Market Performance
Dorel's Juvenile segment showed growth in most markets, with revenue increasing by 0.8%.
Restructuring Initiatives
Restructuring initiatives are expected to return the Home segment to profitability, driven by significant cost reductions.
Tariff Mitigation
Worldwide footprint and domestic U.S. manufacturing help to mitigate tariff-related pressures.
Negative Factors
Earnings Visibility
Low earnings visibility will limit upside for the stock due to challenges in the Home segment.
E-commerce and Factory Operations
Home adj. EBIT well below forecast; revenue declined reflecting e-commerce declines and factory closures.
Home Segment Performance
Home segment sales declined significantly as tariff-related pressures and restructuring initiatives weighed.

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Dorel Class B Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionDorel Industries Inc. designs, manufactures, sources, markets, and distributes home products and juvenile products worldwide. The company's Dorel Home segment engages in the design, manufacture, sourcing, and distribution of ready-to assemble furniture and home furnishings products, folding chair and tables, outdoor and juvenile furniture, futons, bunk beds, mattresses, bedroom, dining, home entertainment, and office furniture, upholstery, step stools and ladders, and hand trucks. This segment markets its products under the Ameriwood, Altra, System Build, Ridgewood, DHP, Dorel Fine Furniture, Dorel Living, Signature Sleep, Cosmo Living, Novagratz, Little Seeds, Queer Eye, Cosco, and Alphason brands. Its Dorel Juvenile segment manufactures and distributes infant car seats, strollers, travel systems high chairs, play yards, safety aids, swings/toys, early learning/infant health, mobiles, baby toys, playpens, and developmental toys under the Maxi-Cosi, Quinny, Tiny Love, Safety 1st, BebeConfort, Cosco, Mother's Choice, Disney, and Infanti brands. The company sells its products to mass merchant discount chains, department stores, club format outlets, and hardware/home centers; Internet retailers; independent boutiques and juvenile specialty stores; and sporting goods stores. It also owns and operates approximately 88 retail stores in Chile and Peru, as well as various factory outlet retail locations in Europe. The company was formerly known as Dorel Co. Ltd. and changed its name to Dorel Industries Inc. in May 1987. Dorel Industries Inc. was incorporated in 1962 and is headquartered in Westmount, Canada.
How the Company Makes MoneyDorel Class B generates revenue through the sale of its core products across its three main sectors: juvenile products, bicycles, and home products. Each sector contributes significantly to the company's overall earnings. The juvenile products division, which includes car seats and strollers, benefits from strong consumer demand driven by safety regulations and parental preferences for high-quality products. The bicycle segment capitalizes on the growing trend towards cycling for recreation and transportation, particularly in urban areas. Revenue is further bolstered by strategic partnerships with major retailers and e-commerce platforms, enhancing distribution and market reach. Additionally, the company invests in product innovation and marketing to strengthen brand loyalty and drive sales.

Dorel Class B Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Aug 08, 2025
(Q2-2025)
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% Change Since: -9.09%|
Next Earnings Date:Oct 31, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment Neutral
The earnings call reflects a mixed sentiment. While Dorel Juvenile showed strong performance and promising new product launches, Dorel Home faced significant challenges with a steep revenue decline and major restructuring. The company is dealing with liquidity issues and adverse effects of U.S. tariffs, although there are plans for improvement and restructuring.
Q2-2025 Updates
Positive Updates
Strong Performance in Dorel Juvenile
Dorel Juvenile delivered a strong second quarter, overcoming challenges from U.S. tariffs with strong growth in Europe and key international markets. Revenue growth outside the U.S. was over 12%.
Launch of Maxi-Cosi Fame Stroller
Successful global rollout of the Maxi-Cosi Fame stroller, leading to a 35% increase in brand purchases and 82% sales growth in Chile.
Expansion in Nursery and Youth Furniture
Dorel Juvenile launched the Maxi-Cosi nursery and youth furniture collection, with strong interest from retailers and consumers.
Safety 1st Brand Expansion
Safety 1st launched the first safety-certified hotel in Brazil, integrating child safety into the hospitality experience.
Dorel Juvenile's Resilience
Despite U.S. tariff challenges, Dorel Juvenile achieved a 2.6% increase in gross profit, with improved performance in Europe, Latin America, Australia, and Canada.
Negative Updates
Dorel Home Revenue Decline
Dorel Home experienced a 43% revenue decline, impacted by tariff uncertainties and liquidity constraints.
Restructuring of Dorel Home
The decision to cease manufacturing in North America led to significant restructuring and a $22.4 million charge, with $13.2 million being noncash.
Challenges with U.S. Tariffs
The U.S. market faced significant challenges due to increased tariffs, causing a temporary embargo on Chinese goods and a decline in U.S. revenue.
Financial Losses
Dorel reported an operating loss of $37.2 million for the second quarter, with a $10 million increase in adjusted operating loss compared to the previous year.
Liquidity and Refinancing Issues
The company faced liquidity challenges and is working on a complete refinancing of its credit agreement, targeting completion by the end of the quarter.
Company Guidance
During the Dorel Industries Second Quarter 2025 Results Conference Call, the company's guidance focused on addressing challenges and outlining strategic initiatives. The Juvenile segment reported less than 1% revenue growth, with a 12% increase outside the U.S., driven by strong performance in Europe and other international markets. Dorel Home faced a difficult quarter with a 43% decline in revenue due to tariff uncertainties and liquidity constraints. The company is implementing a restructuring plan to reduce costs and streamline operations, expecting full benefits to emerge in 2026. A restructuring charge of $22.4 million was taken, with a focus on transitioning to a more agile distribution model and ceasing North American manufacturing. Additional liquidity of $20 million was secured to support new inventory financing. Despite a 16% decrease in consolidated revenue, the company remains optimistic about the Juvenile segment's competitive positioning and Dorel Home's transformation, targeting profitability in 2026.

Dorel Class B Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Dorel Industries faces significant financial challenges, with declining revenues and persistent losses. The high Debt-to-Equity ratio and decreasing equity base indicate financial instability. While there is some positive cash flow from operations, the overall financial health is weak due to unprofitable operations and financial risk from high debt levels.
Income Statement
45
Neutral
The company shows a downward trend in revenue with a TTM revenue of $1.35 billion compared to $1.57 billion in 2022 and $1.75 billion in 2021. Gross Profit Margin is at 17.63% TTM, which is relatively low, indicating cost pressures. Net Profit Margin has been consistently negative, reaching -13.31% TTM, showing persistent losses. The firm struggles with profitability as evidenced by negative EBIT and EBITDA margins, reflecting operational inefficiencies.
Balance Sheet
40
Negative
The balance sheet reveals a high Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 16.10 TTM, indicating significant leverage and potential financial risk. Stockholders' Equity has dramatically decreased, suggesting declining investor confidence or financial stress. The Equity Ratio is only 3.04% TTM, highlighting a weak equity base relative to total assets. These factors suggest financial instability and risk.
Cash Flow
50
Neutral
Operating cash flow has shown some improvement, with a positive trend reaching $42.88 million TTM. However, Free Cash Flow has diminished compared to previous years, currently at $18.04 million TTM. The Operating Cash Flow to Net Income Ratio indicates some ability to generate cash despite losses, but financial health remains weak due to declining free cash generation.
BreakdownTTMDec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021Dec 2020
Income Statement
Total Revenue1.35B1.38B1.39B1.57B1.76B2.76B
Gross Profit237.94M246.04M243.78M205.01M294.37M568.62M
EBITDA-31.55M-23.40M17.31M-34.14M68.92M87.49M
Net Income-179.64M-171.96M-62.35M135.96M-31.62M-43.40M
Balance Sheet
Total Assets791.03M802.79M1.00B1.06B1.85B1.72B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments30.66M41.27M24.09M32.41M52.17M38.23M
Total Debt387.20M366.79M392.95M431.57M544.38M613.35M
Total Liabilities766.97M760.65M776.23M779.30M1.38B1.22B
Stockholders Equity24.06M42.14M224.70M281.14M469.00M496.21M
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow18.04M38.77M53.38M-160.66M-16.45M100.82M
Operating Cash Flow42.88M62.37M76.93M-133.01M19.82M134.53M
Investing Cash Flow-22.08M-17.60M-20.54M734.89M14.14M-27.26M
Financing Cash Flow-14.18M-24.39M-65.95M-608.38M-23.69M-109.80M

Dorel Class B Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Negative
Last Price1.30
Price Trends
50DMA
1.44
Negative
100DMA
1.54
Negative
200DMA
2.92
Negative
Market Momentum
MACD
-0.05
Positive
RSI
40.89
Neutral
STOCH
26.24
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For TSE:DII.B, the sentiment is Negative. The current price of 1.3 is below the 20-day moving average (MA) of 1.43, below the 50-day MA of 1.44, and below the 200-day MA of 2.92, indicating a bearish trend. The MACD of -0.05 indicates Positive momentum. The RSI at 40.89 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 26.24 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Negative sentiment for TSE:DII.B.

Dorel Class B Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (56)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
74
Outperform
C$54.41M14.468.22%3.37%8.43%
69
Neutral
C$105.12M-12.57%4.44%-3.54%-244.21%
63
Neutral
C$31.25M19.3515.79%14.71%
56
Neutral
HK$25.64B4.99-2.69%5.51%-0.50%-53.30%
46
Neutral
C$43.62M-274.08%-5.50%-85.31%
* Consumer Cyclical Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
TSE:DII.B
Dorel Class B
1.30
-5.59
-81.13%
TSE:ICE
Canlan Ice Sports
4.08
0.70
20.71%
TSE:SXP
Supremex
4.28
0.41
10.59%
TSE:KDOZ
Kidoz Inc
0.24
0.06
33.33%

Dorel Class B Corporate Events

Business Operations and StrategyFinancial Disclosures
Dorel Industries Faces Revenue Decline Amidst Restructuring Efforts
Negative
Aug 8, 2025

Dorel Industries Inc. reported a challenging second quarter of 2025, with a 16% decrease in revenue compared to the previous year, totaling US$292.4 million. Despite a net loss of US$44.9 million, the Dorel Juvenile segment showed strong performance in international markets, driven by growth in Europe and favorable foreign exchange rates. Meanwhile, Dorel Home faced difficulties due to tariff uncertainties and liquidity issues, prompting a restructuring strategy aimed at cost reduction and operational streamlining, with expected benefits to emerge by the fourth quarter of 2025 and full impact anticipated in 2026.

The most recent analyst rating on ($TSE:DII.B) stock is a Hold with a C$7.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dorel Class B stock, see the TSE:DII.B Stock Forecast page.

Private Placements and FinancingBusiness Operations and Strategy
Dorel Industries Secures Loan Amendments Amid Financial Restructuring
Neutral
Aug 7, 2025

Dorel Industries Inc. has announced amendments to its asset-backed loan and term loan facilities, extending the forbearance period until September 16, 2025, due to a default on certain financial covenants. This amendment provides Dorel with an additional US$20 million in liquidity to finance new inventory, although the maximum availability under the ABL facility has been reduced to US$150 million. The company is also working with capital market advisors to restructure its debt to better align with its growth needs in the Juvenile segment and reorganization plans for the Home segment.

The most recent analyst rating on ($TSE:DII.B) stock is a Hold with a C$7.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dorel Class B stock, see the TSE:DII.B Stock Forecast page.

Private Placements and FinancingBusiness Operations and Strategy
Dorel Industries Announces Strategic Overhaul to Boost Profitability
Positive
Jun 30, 2025

Dorel Industries Inc. announced a strategic overhaul of its Home segment, aiming to return it to profitability by 2026 through a significant reduction in size and a focus on profitable categories. This involves ceasing domestic manufacturing in Cornwall, Ontario, and consolidating operations with the Juvenile North America division to create synergies. The company is also working on new financing arrangements to support growth in its Juvenile segment and facilitate the Home segment’s reorganization. These changes are expected to improve earnings by the fourth quarter of 2025, with further details to be provided in the upcoming earnings release.

The most recent analyst rating on ($TSE:DII.B) stock is a Hold with a C$7.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dorel Class B stock, see the TSE:DII.B Stock Forecast page.

Executive/Board ChangesShareholder Meetings
Dorel Industries Re-elects Board Members and Reappoints Auditors at Annual Meeting
Positive
May 29, 2025

Dorel Industries Inc. announced the re-election of all nominees listed in its Management Proxy Circular as directors at the Annual Meeting of Shareholders. The reappointment of KPMG LLP as auditors was also confirmed. This decision reflects continuity in leadership and stability in governance, potentially reinforcing investor confidence and ensuring ongoing strategic direction for the company.

The most recent analyst rating on ($TSE:DII.B) stock is a Hold with a C$7.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dorel Class B stock, see the TSE:DII.B Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyFinancial Disclosures
Dorel Industries Faces Mixed Results in Q1 2025
Negative
May 12, 2025

Dorel Industries Inc. reported a challenging first quarter of 2025 with a decrease in revenue by 8.7% to US$320.5 million and a net loss of US$25.3 million. Despite this, the Dorel Juvenile segment showed strong performance with a 1.5% revenue increase, driven by the success of the Maxi-Cosi brand and favorable currency movements. However, Dorel Home faced difficulties with lower-than-expected e-commerce sales, prompting the company to adjust its strategy and reduce its e-commerce footprint.

The most recent analyst rating on ($TSE:DII.B) stock is a Hold with a C$7.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Dorel Class B stock, see the TSE:DII.B Stock Forecast page.

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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Aug 12, 2025