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Nick Scali Limited
ASX
NCK Freight and customs agent operational issues
Sentiment:
Operational Update
19 November 2024 4:12 PM
Nick Scali Limited is facing significant delivery delays due to a freight forwarder and customs agent entering liquidation, impacting its ability to meet its first-half FY25 NPAT guidance of $30-33 million.
Worse than expected
The delays and unexpected costs associated with the freight forwarder's liquidation put Nick Scali's ability to meet its previously stated NPAT guidance at risk.
Delay expected
Significant delays in the delivery of Nick Scali's products are occurring due to the liquidation of one of its freight forwarders and customs agents, resulting in containers being held at ports.
Summary
- One of Nick Scali's freight forwarders and customs agents is in liquidation, causing significant delays in container deliveries.
- This has resulted in numerous containers being held at Australian ports.
- The company obtained court orders to secure the release of its containers.
- Unexpected storage and detention costs are anticipated, but the exact amount is currently unknown.
- These delays jeopardize the company's previous NPAT guidance of $30-33 million for the first half of FY25.
- Further financial impact details and updated guidance will be released as they become available.
Sentiment
Score: 4
Explanation: The announcement reveals a serious operational disruption with significant negative financial implications. While the company is taking steps to mitigate the damage, the uncertainty surrounding the financial impact warrants a low sentiment score.
Positives
- Court orders were granted to release the company's containers.
- The company is actively working to resolve the situation and deliver goods to customers.
Negatives
- Significant delays in product delivery due to freight forwarder liquidation.
- Unexpected storage and detention costs.
- Risk to achieving prior NPAT guidance of $30-33 million for the first half of FY25.
Risks
- Unquantifiable additional storage and detention costs.
- Inability to meet prior NPAT guidance for the first half of FY25.
- Potential for further unforeseen issues related to the freight forwarder's liquidation.
Future Outlook
Further guidance on the financial impacts of the freight and customs agent operational issues will be provided as more details become available.
Management Comments
- The company is working to have these containers delivered to its Distribution Centres to allow delivery of the goods to its customers as soon as practicable.
Industry Context
This announcement highlights the risks associated with relying on third-party logistics providers. Disruptions in the supply chain, particularly those involving customs and freight forwarding, can significantly impact a company's operations and financial performance. This situation underscores the importance of robust risk management strategies within the furniture and homewares industry.
Next Steps
- Delivery of containers to distribution centers.
- Release of further financial impact details and updated guidance.
Key Dates
- 19 November 2024: Date of the announcement regarding freight and customs agent operational issues.
Keywords
Nick Scali, Freight Forwarder, Customs Agent, Liquidation, Port Delays, Container Delays, NPAT, FY25, Financial Impact, Australia
NCK
Nick Scali Limited
ASX
Sector: Consumer Discretionary Distribution & Retail
Filings with Classifications
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Results Presentation
- Some stores that were expected to open 2H FY25 have been delayed to FY26.
Delay expected
19 November 2024 4:12 PM
Operational Update
- Significant delays in the delivery of Nick Scali's products are occurring due to the liquidation of one of its freight forwarders and customs agents, resulting in containers being held at ports.
Worse than expected
19 November 2024 4:12 PM
Operational Update
- The delays and unexpected costs associated with the freight forwarder's liquidation put Nick Scali's ability to meet its previously stated NPAT guidance at risk.
Capital raise
21 October 2024 12:37 AM
Annual General Meeting Results
- A capital raising through a share issue to Scali Consolidated Pty Limited was approved with 99.66% of votes in favor.
Worse than expected
20 October 2024 5:20 PM
Annual Report
- While the Australian and New Zealand business performed well, the UK acquisition is expected to result in losses during the first half of FY25, indicating worse than expected results in that segment.
Worse than expected
18 September 2024 7:07 PM
Annual Report
- The 7.8% decrease in revenue compared to the previous year indicates worse than expected results, despite the company's efforts to improve gross margins and expand into new markets.
Capital raise
18 September 2024 7:07 PM
Annual Report
- The company undertook an equity raise to fund the UK acquisition, raising $54.8 million (net of costs).
- A further $4 million equity raise is proposed, subject to shareholder approval at the October 2024 AGM.
Capital raise
18 September 2024 7:03 PM
Notice of Annual General Meeting
- The company is proposing to issue 299,999 shares to Scali Consolidated Pty Limited at $13.25 per share, raising AUD 4 million.
- The funds will be used to support the company's UK growth strategy.
Capital raise
25 April 2024 6:52 PM
Capital Raising Announcement
- Nick Scali has completed a A$46 million institutional placement.
- A A$4.0 million conditional placement to Anthony Scali is planned, subject to shareholder approval.
- A Share Purchase Plan (SPP) is being offered to eligible shareholders.
Capital raise
23 April 2024 7:16 PM
Investor Presentation
- A$46.0 million will be raised through a fully underwritten institutional placement.
- A$4.0 million will be raised through a conditional placement to Anthony Scali, subject to shareholder approval.
- Eligible shareholders will be offered a non-underwritten SPP to raise up to A$10.0 million.
Capital raise
23 April 2024 7:16 PM
Acquisition Announcement
- Nick Scali will raise A$46.0 million through an underwritten institutional placement.
- Eligible existing shareholders will be offered the ability to participate in a non-underwritten SPP to raise up to A$10.0 million.
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