On Wednesday, Jefferies, a global investment banking firm, downgraded stock of Boohoo (LON:BOOH) Group Plc (BOO:LN) (OTC: BHHOF) from "Buy" to "Hold," also reducing the price target to £0.30 from the previous £0.70. The downgrade was precipitated by concerns over the need for a funding solution ahead of the Term Loan repayment scheduled for next summer. The analyst suggested that the company might consider the sale of brands or Soho property to manage its financial obligations.
The analyst's commentary highlighted the challenges faced by Boohoo, noting that even after a recent £40 million capital raise, the company's financial position remains precarious. The potential sale of assets could provide valuation support, but there are ongoing concerns about the declining performance of core brands and the relatively small size of the Debenhams business acquired by Boohoo.
The firm also adjusted its financial forecasts for Boohoo, lowering the expected EBITDA for the fiscal year 2025 to £46 million from the previously estimated £66 million, aligning with consensus estimates. Additionally, losses are anticipated for the fiscal years 2024 and 2025.
The downgrade reflects a more cautious outlook on the company's future performance, with the analyst expressing concerns that the measures considered may not be sufficient to drive significant upside in the company's valuation. The revised recommendation to "Hold" suggests that investors should maintain their current position in the stock rather than acquiring more shares or selling existing holdings.
This article was generated with the support of AI and reviewed by an editor. For more information see our T&C.