- Discussing mediocre fourth quarter results. Supply chain disruptions and contractual pricing reductions caused consolidated gross margin to deteriorate by 300 basis points sequentially.
- Going forward, results will be impacted from the recent conclusion of the highly profitable Cummins Westport joint venture.
- Company likely to see a material impact from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict with an estimated $25 million in annual sales currently in limbo.
- Elevated prices for gaseous fuels have resulted in lower demand for the company's products.
- Given estimated cash usage of up to $70 million this year, it's difficult to see the company avoiding another capital raise going forward. Investors should remain on the sidelines until the current overhang has lifted.
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Westport Fuel Systems - FY2022 Is Going To Be Ugly