Gamuda’s growth story faces test on cash flow and execution
Gamuda Bhd is facing investor scrutiny as its aggressive expansion and large contract wins have led to negative free cash flow and increased gearing. Analysts have downgraded the stock, noting that future performance depends on the company's ability to improve operating cash flow.
Why it matters
It highlights the risks construction giants face when balancing rapid growth and large-scale infrastructure projects with financial stability.
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SHARES of Gamuda Bhd (KL: GAMUDA ) have remained largely unmoved despite the construction giant securing major contract wins in recent months.
Although it has secured new job wins worth more than RM3 billion, AmResearch downgraded the stock from “buy” to “hold” , citing concerns over negative free cash flow (FCF) and elevated gearing.
Negative FCF occurs when a company spends more cash than it generates from its operations.
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