Executive Summary
Mowi ASA reported solid Q2 2024 results, highlighted by operational revenues of EUR 1.34 billion and an operational profit of EUR 230 million, buoyed by record high harvest volumes of 110,500 tonnes. However, challenges in pricing, particularly in the Americas, dampened margins. Management emphasized the commitment to maintaining cost leadership and reiterated guidance to achieve 500,000 tonnes of farming volume by year-end, reflecting a 5.3% YoY growth. Despite political challenges in Canada affecting some operations, the company continues to strengthen its market position, bolstered by healthy biomass levels and improved cost controls.
Key Performance Indicators
QoQ: -18.04% | YoY:-9.35%
QoQ: 49.96% | YoY:101.62%
QoQ: -78.28% | YoY:130.01%
QoQ: -78.13% | YoY:130.43%
Key Insights
**Revenue Performance:** Q2 2024 revenue of EUR 1.34 billion, slightly down 1.94% YoY but up 0.46% QoQ.
**Profitability:** Net income stood at EUR 36.4 million with an EPS of EUR 0.07. This was up 130.01% YoY, showing impressive recovery from previous challenges.
**Gross Profit Margin:** 40.6%, decreased from 43.9% in Q2 2023, indicating pressure on prices despite high operational performance.
**Operating Income Ratio:** 27.9%, showcasing effective cost management.
**Cash Flow:** Free ca...
Financial Highlights
Revenue Performance: Q2 2024 revenue of EUR 1.34 billion, slightly down 1.94% YoY but up 0.46% QoQ.
Profitability: Net income stood at EUR 36.4 million with an EPS of EUR 0.07. This was up 130.01% YoY, showing impressive recovery from previous challenges.
Gross Profit Margin: 40.6%, decreased from 43.9% in Q2 2023, indicating pressure on prices despite high operational performance.
Operating Income Ratio: 27.9%, showcasing effective cost management.
Cash Flow: Free cash flow of EUR 109.2 million demonstrated strong operational cash generation capability.
Debt Position: Net interest-bearing debt at EUR 1.88 billion with a healthy equity ratio of 48%.
Income Statement
| Metric |
Value |
YoY Change |
QoQ Change |
| Revenue |
1.33B |
-1.94% |
0.46% |
| Gross Profit |
541.10M |
-9.35% |
-18.04% |
| Operating Income |
372.80M |
101.62% |
49.96% |
| Net Income |
36.40M |
130.01% |
-78.28% |
| EPS |
0.07 |
130.43% |
-78.13% |
Key Financial Ratios
operatingProfitMargin
27.9%
operatingCashFlowPerShare
$0.35
freeCashFlowPerShare
$0.21
dividendPayoutRatio
182.7%
Management Commentary
Operational Growth: Ivan Vindheim, CEO, stated, 'We recorded EUR 1.34 billion in operating revenues which translated into an operational profit of EUR 230 million. Seasonally record high harvest volumes of 110,500 tonnes were achieved.'
Future Outlook: Vindheim reiterated, 'We therefore reiterate the farming volume guidance of 500,000 tonnes for the year, which is a milestone for us... surpassing the industry growth by a large margin.'
Market Conditions: Commentary reflected challenges in the American market due to a cost of living crisis, affecting price realization for salmon.
*'This quarter was a strong quarter for Mowi operationally with good biology and seasonally record high growth in sea...'*
â Ivan Vindheim, CEO
*'In terms of market, underlying demand for our European salmon is strong; hence we anticipate a usual price recovery towards Christmas.'*
â Ivan Vindheim, CEO
Forward Guidance
Mowi expects continued growth in operational performance as it aims to harvest 500,000 tonnes this year, reflecting a growth trend substantially exceeding industry expectations of just 1%. Management projects a reduction in farming costs due to higher harvest volume and decreased feed prices, with expectations for further margin recovery towards the end of the year as market dynamics stabilize.