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Investing.com - JPMorgan has assumed coverage on Oatly Group AB (NASDAQ:OTLY) with a Neutral rating, highlighting the plant-based milk alternative company’s mixed growth prospects despite cost-cutting progress. According to InvestingPro data, while the company has achieved 4.43% revenue growth over the last twelve months, it continues to face profitability challenges with a net loss of $194 million.
The investment bank noted that Oatly has made significant progress in reducing its business costs and sees additional savings opportunities ahead for the Swedish oat milk producer. However, InvestingPro analysis reveals the company operates with a significant debt burden, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 5.16 and concerning liquidity metrics.
JPMorgan indicated that while cost reduction is important, the more significant driver for Oatly’s profitability will likely come from top-line growth, where the company faces varying regional performance.
The analysis pointed out that Oatly continues to grow in Europe, though at a slower pace than previously, while other markets show more inconsistent results.
In the United States, JPMorgan observed that Oatly faces pressure from weaker retail category growth and share losses at its largest customer, while in China, the company is challenged by weakening demand.
In other recent news, Oatly Group AB reported its second-quarter revenue, which increased by 3.0% to $208.4 million compared to the same period last year. This rise in revenue was primarily driven by strong growth in Europe, which helped to counterbalance weaker performance in North America and China. Despite the revenue increase, Oatly’s adjusted EBITDA did not meet analyst and consensus estimates. DA Davidson maintained its Buy rating on Oatly, with a price target of $17.00, despite the mixed earnings results. The firm continues to support the stock, highlighting confidence in the company’s future potential. These developments reflect ongoing challenges and opportunities for Oatly in varying global markets.
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