Boryszew SA
Boryszew's capital structure shows a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.73, indicating a moderate reliance on debt financing. The company's liquidity position is characterized by a current ratio of 1.03, suggesting limited short-term liquidity cushion. Free cash flow is negative at -5.95 million PLN, and operating cash flow is 182.45 million PLN, with capital expenditures at -101.67 million PLN. Profitability metrics show a return on equity of 1.66% and a return on assets of 0.69%, both below the industry median for aluminum producers. Gross profit of 399.69 million PLN and operating income of 97.69 million PLN indicate a narrow margin structure, which is typical for commodity producers but suggests limited pricing power. The company's revenue is distributed across six business segments, with no single segment accounting for more than 30% of total revenue. Geographically, Boryszew operates in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, but the report does not provide specific revenue concentration by region. The new circular economy segment is positioned as a strategic growth area. Growth trajectory is mixed. Revenue for the latest period is 4.84 billion PLN, but the outlook for the current and next fiscal years is not provided in the input data. The company's capital expenditures suggest ongoing investment, but the negative free cash flow indicates that these investments are not yet generating excess cash. Risk factors include medium liquidity risk, as net cash is negative after subtracting total debt. Dilution risk is assessed as low, with no near-term pressure expected. The ESG controversies score of 100.0 indicates significant environmental, social, or governance issues, which could affect long-term performance. Recent events include the separation of a new business segment focused on circular economy and sustainability. No recent filings or transcripts are provided in the input data to detail specific developments or management commentary.
Business. Boryszew SA is a Poland-based company primarily engaged in aluminum production, with operations in copper, zinc, lead, automotive components, chemicals, and trade, and a new segment focused on circular economy and sustainability.
Classification. Boryszew is classified under the Basic Materials economic sector, Mineral Resources business sector, and Aluminum industry, with a confidence level of 0.92.
- Boryszew has a moderate debt load and limited liquidity cushion, with a current ratio of 1.03.
- Profitability is weak, with ROE and ROA below industry norms for aluminum producers.
- The company is diversifying into a circular economy segment, which may offer long-term growth.
- Free cash flow is negative, indicating that capital expenditures are not yet generating excess cash.
- ESG controversies score is high, signaling potential regulatory or reputational risks.
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- Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.