Market's view on Volex
Published on April 2024
- Tesla’s strategy of prioritising volumes over margins is seen as a positive for Volex, their top cable provider.
- Volex’s capability in handling price fluctuations in raw materials like copper through strategic deals is highlighted.
- Concerns about pressure on Volex’s margins if they pass increased costs onto their supply chain are discussed.
- Positive sentiments about Volex’s financial performance, noting a forward earnings multiple of 10.5 without potential upgrades.
- Volex’s acquisition of a cable harness maker last June has significantly boosted their sales.
- Analysts have been expecting Volex to generate earnings per share of 36.5 cents for the year ending 31 March 2025, with a forward P/E ratio of just 10.5.
- Further improvement in Volex’s P/E ratio is anticipated following expected upgrades.
- Volex’s stock has been positively rerated following a recent trading update.
- Growth opportunities for Volex are seen in the expanding datacenter market.
- Volex reports annual performance ahead of market expectations with a revenue increase of 25% year-over-year and underlying operating profit slightly above analyst expectations.
- The company’s strategic initiatives and diversified product mix, including significant contributions from the Off-Highway sector, are enhancing their financial outlook.
- Strong cash flow and manageable leverage levels at Volex are highlighted, despite concerns about their debt levels by some.
- Mixed reactions are observed regarding Volex’s debt management, with specific focus on their net debt position.
- Some stock watchers express concerns about Volex’s stock price being too high given the current level of debt.
- Confidence in Volex’s management and strategy is expressed, anticipating the stock price to increase as the market absorbs positive trading updates.
- Concerns are raised about potential negative impacts on the stock price if a profit warning were issued.