Dowlais Faces Challenges in Interim Results

August 14, 2024 09:00 AM AEST | By Team Kalkine Media

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Dowlais Group PLC, a company within the industrial sector, reported a difficult first half of the year according to a recent analysis. The company’s interim update highlighted several issues impacting performance.

The first-half results of Dowlais Group Plc (LSE:DWL) were broadly consistent with expectations; however, the revised full-year guidance of £320-325 million fell short of the anticipated £340 million, excluding the effect of the hydrogen disposal. This shortfall reflects broader challenges within the industrial sector, including significant volatility in the battery electric vehicles (BEV) market.

Jefferies, a US financial institution, commented that the ePowertrain division experienced a double-digit decline due to extreme fluctuations in BEV demand. Additionally, customer destocking has further impacted the company's overall performance. The restructuring guidance has been adjusted upwards, which will likely increase leverage by the end of the year. The ongoing strategic review of the Powder Metallurgy division has been expected and does not come as a surprise, according to the bank.

Following the announcement, Dowlais shares, involved in the auto parts and powders sector, saw some recovery, stabilizing around 561.3p after an initially weak performance. This reflects a mixed sentiment in the market as investors adjust to the company's updated guidance and current operational challenges.

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- Dowlais Group PLC, operating in the industrial sector, reported a challenging first half with updated guidance below expectations.

- The company’s full-year forecast of £320-325 million was under Jefferies’ estimate of £340 million, excluding hydrogen disposal impacts.

- The ePowertrain division faced double-digit declines due to BEV market volatility, compounded by customer destocking.

- Restructuring costs are anticipated to rise, potentially increasing leverage by year-end.

- The Powder Metallurgy division’s strategic review is ongoing and anticipated.

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