Ainsworth’s shares dropped 8.4% as investors reacted negatively to a sharp 23% revenue decline driven by decelerating North American unit sales and a margin contraction, signaling disappointment with the company’s weak operational performance and cautious outlook.
- Revenue fell 23% to $116.5 million, principally due to a product roadmap misstep in North America and worsening conditions in Latin America, including a significant gaming tax increase in Mexico.
- Underlying EBITDA declined by 36% to $17.1 million, with the margin compressing from 17.7% to 14.7%, reflecting negative operating leverage despite a $2.7 million reduction in operating costs.
- The group reported a loss before tax of $2.2 million, down from a $1.6 million profit the prior year, underscoring profit pressure amid weak top-line performance.
- Positive cash flow improvements emerged with operating cash flow turning positive at $8.9 million and net debt falling to $8.5 million, indicating progress in balance sheet management.
- The product cycle shows early signs of stabilization, notably with the launch of the hybrid-format A865 cabinet and ongoing AI-driven R&D investments, but these have yet to offset near-term market headwinds.
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