Mowi ASA
MOWI.OL
Kr.221.40 0.09%
Exchange: OSL | Sector: Consumer Defensive | Industry: Agricultural Farm Products
Q1 2024
Published: Mar 31, 2024

Earnings Highlights

  • Revenue of $1.33B down 2.6% year-over-year
  • EPS of $0.32 decreased by 40.7% from previous year
  • Gross margin of 49.7%
  • Net income of 167.60M
  • ""We expect a lower cost level for Mowi Farming when we enter the second half of the year."" - Ivan Vindheim

Mowi ASA (MOWI.OL) Q1 2024 Financial Results Analysis: Navigating Through Challenges and Opportunities

Executive Summary

Mowi ASA reported robust operational revenues of EUR 1.33 billion in Q1 2024, though the quarter was marked by significant biological challenges primarily in Norway. Seasonal factors influenced both revenue and costs, leading to a recorded operating profit of EUR 201 million. Management highlighted the impact of adverse winter conditions and jellyfish-related issues on harvest volumes, which totalled 96,500 tonnes, falling short of guidance. Despite these challenges, demand for salmon of European origin remains strong, hinting at potential recovery as conditions improve. Investors are encouraged by management's proactive measures, including a new vaccination strategy and expectations for reduced feed costs in the forthcoming quarters, setting a foundation for a stronger second half of 2024.

Key Performance Indicators

Revenue

1.33B
QoQ: -5.08% | YoY:-2.59%

Gross Profit

660.20M
49.72% margin
QoQ: -15.61% | YoY:-14.07%

Operating Income

248.60M
QoQ: 3.33% | YoY:-35.48%

Net Income

167.60M
QoQ: -5.15% | YoY:-39.80%

EPS

0.32
QoQ: -91.69% | YoY:-40.74%

Revenue Trend

Margin Analysis

Key Insights

  • Q1 2024 Revenue: EUR 1.33 billion (YoY: -2.59%, QoQ: -5.08%).
  • Operating Income: EUR 201 million (YoY: -35.48%, QoQ: +3.33%).
  • Net Income: EUR 168 million (YoY: -39.80%, QoQ: -5.15%).
  • Gross Profit Margin: 49.7%
  • Operating Income Margin: 18.7%

Historical Earnings Comparison

PeriodRevenue ($M)EPS ($)YoY GrowthReport
Q4 2024 1,500.20 0.42 +7.2% View
Q3 2024 1,441.70 0.09 +6.3% View
Q2 2024 1,334.00 0.07 -1.9% View
Q1 2024 1,327.90 0.32 -2.6% View
Q4 2023 1,399.00 3.85 +5.5% View