Rotoplas: Fourth Quarter 2024 Results

MEXICO CITY, Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Grupo Rotoplas S.A.B. de C.V. (BMV: AGUA*) ("Rotoplas", "the Company"), America's leading company in water solutions, reports its unaudited fourth quarter 2024 results. The information has been prepared in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

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Figures are expressed in millions of Mexican pesos.

HIGHLIGHTS | 4Q24 vs 4Q23

    --  Net sales closed at Ps. 2,723 million, 19.3% lower than 4Q23, due to
        weaker performance in Argentina caused by the macroeconomic situation,
        which could not be offset by growth in other countries. Excluding
        Argentina, net sales would have increased by 7.5%.
        --  Product sales decreased by 22.7%, primarily impacted by Argentina's
            economic recession, resulting in lower sales volumes. Excluding
            Argentina, product sales would have grown by 4.0%.
        --  Service sales increased by 45.6%, driven by the strong acceptance of
            bebbia SMART and the sustained growth of its user base, which now
            exceeds 133,000 subscribers.
    --  Gross profit was Ps. 1,112 million, 27.5% lower than in 4Q23. The gross
        margin declined by 460 bps to 40.8%, due to lower sales, which affected
        fixed cost absorption.
    --  Operating income reached Ps. 64 million, an 83.4% decrease compared to
        4Q23, impacted by a lower gross margin and expenses related to digital
        initiatives aimed at empowering users with information on water quantity
        and quality. However, cost control measures are beginning to show
        results, excluding extraordinary severance expenses from the
        organizational restructuring, expenses decreased by 8.3% compared to the
        previous quarter.
    --  EBITDA closed at Ps. 239 million, 56.8% lower than in 4Q23. The EBITDA
        margin was 8.8% compared to 16.4% in 4Q23. Excluding Ps. 54 million in
        severance payments, the EBITDA margin would have been 10.8%.
    --  Net result for the quarter posted a loss of Ps. 122 million, compared to
        a profit of Ps. 71 million in 4Q23. This result is attributed to the
        lower sales volume, which impacted operating income.

HIGHLIGHTS |CUMULATIVE 2024 vs 2023

    --  Net sales reached Ps. 11,201 million, 7.8% lower than the previous year.
        This result mainly reflects the impact of Argentina's economic
        situation. Excluding Argentina, net sales would have increased by 7.8%.
        --  Product sales decreased by 10.6%, mainly affected by Argentina, as
            well as slow performance in the United States due to lower demand
            for storage solutions amid wet weather conditions and weakness in
            the agricultural sector. Excluding Argentina, product sales would
            have grown by 4.8%.
        --  Service sales grew by 43.6%, representing 8.0% of total sales,
            driven by the strong expansion of bebbia, as well as positive
            momentum in RSA and the growth of rieggo.
    --  Gross profit stood at Ps. 5,033 million, representing a 9.4% decrease.
        The gross margin closed at 44.9%,contracting by 80 basis points due to
        lower absorption of fixed costs caused by the decline in sales.
    --  Operating income reached Ps. 881 million, 44.7% lower than in 2023. This
        decrease was due to lower sales as well as increased expenses associated
        with investments in digital initiatives.
    --  EBITDA closed at Ps. 1,492 million, a decrease of 30.0%. The EBITDA
        margin stood at 13.3%. Excluding severance payments from the personnel
        restructuring, the margin would have been 13.8%.
    --  Net income reached a profit of Ps. 169 million, a decrease of 46.1% from
        the previous year due to lower operating profit.
    --  ROIC decreased by 760 basis points, closing at 7.8%, 440 bps below the
        cost of capital. Excluding severance costs, ROIC would have closed at
        8.3%.
    --  Net Debt/EBITDA leverage closed at 2.6x.
    --  CapEx for the period amounted to Ps. 565 million, mainly focused on
        technology investments for storage production, expansion of production
        capacity, and the service platform in Mexico.

KEY FIGURES | 4Q24 vs 4Q23


                                                              
     4Q                                      
     12M


                                                        2024                    2023     %         2024               2023     % 



     Income Statement          
     Net Sales            2,723                   3,376  (19.3 %)   11,201             12,146  (7.8 %)



     
              % gross margin                40.8 % 45.4 %              (460) bps   44.9 %   45.7 %         (80) bps



     Operating income                             64     385                (83.4 %)      881     1,592           (44.7 %)



     
              % margin                       2.4 % 11.4 %              (900) bps    7.9 %   13.1 %         (520) bps



     EBITDA[1]                                   239     554                (56.8 %)    1,492     2,131           (30.0 %)



     
              % margin                       8.8 % 16.4 %              (760) bps   13.3 %   17.5 %         (420) bps



     Net Result                                (122)     71                      NM      169       312           (46.1 %)



     
              % margin                     (4.5 %)  2.1 %              (660) bps    1.5 %    2.6 %         (110) bps





     Balance                     Cash and Cash
                                   Equivalent            732                     566    29.4 %



     Debt with cost                            4,683   4,028                  16.3 %



     Net Debt                                  3,951   3,462                  14.1 %





     (Cumulative)                Operating Cash Flow    814                   1,290  (36.9 %)


     Cash Flow



     CapEx                                       565     609                 (7.2 %)



     Working Capital                           (419)  (168)                     NM





     Others                      Net Debt /EBITDA     2.6 x                  1.6 x    1.0 x



     ROIC                                      7.8 % 15.4 %    (760) bps



     Cash Conversion Cycle                        56      30                 26 days

KEY FIGURES | JANUARY - DECEMBER


                                  2024



     Employees                  3,502



     Sales points             >32,000



     Government Transactions    4.0 %



     e-commerce clients       > 4,900



     bebbia units            >133,000



     20L water jugs saved        58.6
                               million

MESSAGE | CEO

Dear Investors,

2024 was a year marked by a challenging macroeconomic environment, particularly due to the crisis in Argentina, which forced us to make strategic decisions to mitigate its impact. Nevertheless, we closed the year with the resilience that defines Rotoplas, effectively managing the factors within our control and strengthening our operational capacity. This has made our organization more agile and better equipped to navigate future challenges.

In overcoming these hurdles, we have also made significant progress. The Group reached a record NPS, reflecting the trust and continued satisfaction of our customers. Additionally, we successfully migrated the entire organization to Google Cloud, centralizing our data and enabling the use of artificial intelligence and advanced analytics tools.

In Mexico, we successfully completed the SMART Project, optimizing production processes and consolidating our market position. We also launched our B2B and B2B2C e-commerce platforms for our products, reaffirming our commitment to innovation and the development of advanced technological solutions. Our services platform unlocked new opportunities, enabling us to better meet customer needs. We are especially proud of bebbia's growth, which surpassed 133,000 subscribers.

As we highlighted during Agua Day, we remain focused on improving cash flow and optimizing our financial structure through a selective investment strategy, prioritizing projects with the highest return. Additionally, given market conditions and our commitment to cost control, we implemented a workforce restructuring during the quarter, along with other measures, which will enable us to operate more efficiently and adapt more effectively in the coming year.

Finally, we reaffirm our commitment to the four strategic pillars that guide us: sustainable product growth, the sustainable development of services, the digitalization of the water ecosystem, and the creation of value for all stakeholders.

With determination and enthusiasm, we are ready to face the challenges of 2025 and continue providing solutions that help people improve their relationship with water.

Carlos Rojas Aboumrad

INVITE | EARNINGS CALL

Friday, February 7(th), 10:00am Mexico City Time (11:00am, EST)
Speakers:
Carlos Rojas (CEO), Andrés Pliego (CFO)
Link: https://rotoplas.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__vfMwyybRm6T0clQ37bS1g#/registration

EBITDA| BY REGION AND SOLUTION


                                            4Q                                  12M


                                       2024         2023       %           2024            2023         % 


     Mexico        Sales              1,531        1,473       4.0 %      6,578           6,001         9.6 %


                   EBITDA               254          314    (18.9 %)      1,402           1,537       (8.7 %)


                          % Margin   16.6 %      21.3 %  (470) bps     21.3 %         25.6 %    (430) bps




     Argentina     Sales                592        1,394    (57.5 %)      2,316           3,903      (40.7 %)


                   EBITDA              (29)         242          NM         77             628      (87.7 %)


                          % Margin  (4.8 %)      17.4 %         NM      3.3 %         16.1 %           NM




     United States Sales                256          239       6.8 %      1,033           1,101       (6.2 %)


                   EBITDA              (24)        (39)   (37.8 %)      (123)          (191)     (35.9 %)


                          % Margen  (9.5 %)    (16.3 %)  680 bps     (11.9 %)       (17.4 %)    550 bps




     Others        Sales                345          271      27.3 %      1,274           1,141        11.7 %


                   EBITDA                37           37       2.3 %        135             158      (14.6 %)


                          % Margin   10.9 %      13.5 %  (260) bps     10.6 %         13.8 %    (320) bps




                                            4Q                                  12M


                                       2024         2023       %           2024            2023         % 


     Products      Sales              2,480        3,209    (22.7 %)     10,303          11,521      (10.6 %)


                   EBITDA               340          595    (42.8 %)      1,828           2,385      (23.3 %)


                          % Margin   13.7 %      18.5 %  (480) bps     17.7 %         20.7 %    (300) bps




     Servicies     Sales                243          167      45.6 %        898             625        43.6 %


                   EBITDA             (101)        (41)    145.6 %      (336)          (254)       32.3 %


                          % Margin (41.5 %)    (24.6 %)         NM   (37.5 %)       (40.7 %)      320 bps


                            2024         2023
                               %           %



     
                Sales



     Mexico               6,578  59 %  6,001   49 %



     Argentina            2,316  21 %  3,903   32 %



     United States        1,033   9 %  1,101    9 %



     Other                1,274  11 %  1,141    9 %



     
                Total  11,201 100 % 12,146  100 %



     
                EBITDA



     Mexico               1,402  94 %  1,537   72 %



     Argentina               77   5 %    628   29 %



     United States        (123) -8 %  (191)  -9 %



     Other                  135   9 %    158    7 %



     
                Total   1,492 100 %  2,131  100 %

Mexico

During 4Q24, net sales in Mexico increased by 4.0%, while cumulative sales grew by 9.6%.

During the quarter, product sales remained in line with 4Q23 levels. In contrast, the services platform experienced solid growth, driven by the strong performance of bebbia, as well as the continued expansion of RSA and rieggo.

The EBITDA margin for the quarter contracted by 470 bps to 16.6%, and the cumulative margin decreased by 430 bps to 21.3%. This reduction is attributed to a higher share of services in the sales mix, as well as increased logistics and digital expenses.

The Ixtapaluca plant began operations during the quarter and is expected to reach full capacity in 2025.

Argentina

Net sales for the quarter declined by 57.5% in Mexican pesos, while in local currency, decreased by 19.7%, reflecting the impact of currency devaluation. Additionally, the 4Q23 comparative base was high, as it did not fully incorporate the effect of the December devaluation, given that, under accounting standards, the average exchange rate is used.

On a cumulative basis, sales declined by 40.7% in Mexican pesos and grew by 58.5% in local currency.

The economic recession impacted demand across all three categories, reducing the ability to absorb fixed costs and expenses. Additionally, competitive pressure constrained price adjustments in response to inflation, limiting the ability to offset rising costs.

This scenario affected the EBITDA margin, which closed negative at 4.8% for the quarter, while on a cumulative basis, it contracted by 1,280 bps, closing at 3.3%.

NOTE: Adoption of IAS 29, Financial Reporting in Hyperinflationary Economies.

Due to Argentina experiencing inflation above 100% in the last three years, it is considered a hyperinflationary economy. In accordance with IAS 29, an adjustment for inflation has been made to the Financial Statements to consider changes in purchasing power.

International Accounting Standard (IAS) 29, Financial Information in Hyperinflationary Economies establishes that the results of operations in Argentina should be reported as if they were hyperinflationary as of January 1st, 2018. Moreover, an adjustment for inflation in the Financial Statements should be made to account for the change in the purchasing power of the local currency.

As a result, in 2024, the impact of restatement resulted in a decrease of Ps. 32 million in financial expenses, benefiting the Comprehensive Financing Result. After considering taxes, the benefit in net profit amounts to Ps. 102 million.

United States

During the fourth quarter, net sales increased by 6.8%, while on a cumulative basis, they decreased by 6.2%.

The increase in quarterly sales was primarily driven by foreign exchange effects, as the U.S. dollar strengthened against the Mexican peso. However, during the year, demand for storage solutions has been impacted by wetter weather conditions, as well as a slowdown in the agricultural sector and the housing market.

Thanks to the operating and logistics cost optimization strategy, along with adjustments in the commercial strategy, negative EBITDA was reduced by 37.8% during the quarter and by 35.9% for the year. While the EBITDA margin remains negative, it continues to show sustained improvement.

Other countries

Net sales in other countries (Peru, Guatemala, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Honduras, Nicaragua and Brazil) increased by 27.3 % in the quarter and 11.7% over the year.

In Peru, sales increased both in the quarter and on a cumulative basis, mainly driven by the development of the pipes and water heater categories in the country.

Central America showed solid sales growth in the quarter and on a cumulative basis, with strong performance across all five countries and in the storage and waterflow categories.

In Brazil, the developing water treatment plant business maintained good growth pace, driven by the privatization of the water and sanitation service in São Paulo. This process has led to stricter wastewater discharge regulations and higher water tariffs, increasing market opportunities.

The EBITDA margin decreased by 260 bps in the quarter and by 320 bps on a cumulative basis, closing at 10.9%. This reduction was primarily due to development costs for water treatment plants in Brazil, as well as logistics and distribution expenses in other countries.

ANALYSIS | COSTS AND EXPENSES

Gross Profit

The gross profit for the quarter decreased by 27.5%, reaching Ps. 1,112 million, while for the year it declined by 9.4%, reaching Ps. 5,033 million. The margin contracted by 460 bps, standing at 40.8% during the quarter, and by 80 bps on a cumulative basis, reaching 44.9%.

The contractions were due to the economic situation in Argentina, which impacted sales levels and, consequently, reduced the absorption of fixed costs.

Operating Income

The operating profit reached Ps. 64 million, with a margin of 2.4%, representing an 83.4% decrease compared to 4Q23. On a cumulative basis, operating income was Ps. 881 million, with a margin of 7.9%, reflecting a contraction of 520 bps compared to the previous year.

The reduction in margins was mainly due to the decline in sales in Argentina, as well as expenses related to the development of digital initiatives, including the integration of data analytics into solutions like bebbia and the launch of e-commerce platforms for bebbia and products in Mexico.

During the fourth quarter, cost control measures were implemented, resulting in an 8.3% reduction in operating expenses compared to the previous quarter. This decrease excludes severance payments related to the restructuring, as these are extraordinary and non-recurring expenses.

Comprehensive Financing Result

The comprehensive financing result for the fourth quarter of 2024 recorded an expense of Ps. 249 million, compared to Ps. 311 million in 4Q23. The 2024 expense includes Ps. 162 million for interest on debt, commissions, and leases, and Ps. 87 million due to exchange rate effects and inflation in Argentina.

The cumulative comprehensive financing result was an expense of Ps. 688 million compared to an expense of Ps. 1,251 million in the same period of 2023. The 2024 expense includes Ps. 509 million for interest on debt, commissions, and leases, and Ps. 179 million due to exchange rate effects and inflation in Argentina.

In 2024, the accounting method for recording hedging was modified; the effects of the MXN/USD hedging are now recorded along with costs rather than within the Comprehensive Financing Result, thus influencing the gross margin.

Net Result

Net result in the fourth quarter was a net loss of Ps. 122 million, compared to a net income of Ps. 71 million in 4Q23. On a cumulative basis, net income was Ps. 169 million, compared with the Ps. 312 million recorded in 2023.

The quarterly loss and the 46.1% cumulative decline are mainly explained by the contraction in operating margins.

CapEx


                                     
         
           12M


                         2024    2023



                             %          %                % 



     Mexico               525  93 %   548    90 %      (4.2 %)



     Argentina             32   6 %    44     7 %     (26.8 %)



     United States          0   0 %     9     1 %     (97.4 %)



     Others                 8   1 %     8     1 %           NM



     
                Total   565 100 %   609   100 %      (7.2 %)

Capital investments represented 5.0% of sales in 2024 and decreased by 7.2% compared to the same period last year.

Capital investments include:

    --  In Mexico, the investment in new technology for the manufacturing of
        storage solutions, which is part of a long-term sustainability
        commitment, driving the design of the next generation of water tanks.
        Additionally, CapEx includes Ps. 101 million for the construction of the
        Ixtapaluca plant, Ps. 121 million allocated to bebbia, and Ps. 56
        million for treatment plants.
    --  In Argentina, capital investments have focused on increasing production
        capacity at the waterflow plant.
    --  Others mainly represents the investment for the development of treatment
        plants in Brazil.

ANALYSIS | BALANCE SHEET

Cash Conversion Cycle (Days)


                                                   12M


                                         2024 2023       days



     Inventory Days                       96   56         40



     Accounts Receivale Days              74   45         29



     Accounts Payable Days               114   71         42



     
                Cash Conversion Cycle   56   30         26

Inventory Days: Average 3M Inventory / (3M Cost of Sales / 90)
Accounts Receivable Days: Average 3M Accounts Receivable / (3M Sales / 90)
Accounts Payable Days: Average 3M Suppliers / (3M Cost of Sales / 90)

Debt


                                            12M


                                 2024  2023         % 



     
                Total Debt   4,683 4,028     16.3 %



     Short-term Debt             684    29         NM



     Long-term Debt            3,999 3,999      0.0 %



     Cash and Cash Equivalents   732   566     29.4 %



     
                Net Debt     3,951 3,462     14.1 %

Debt Maturity Profile

Total debt increased to Ps. 4,683 million and corresponds to the AGUA 17-2X sustainable bond, as well as short-term loans for working capital. The combined cost of debt is 9.0%.


                                              Currency Amount in MXN         Maturity



     AGUA 17-2X Sustainable Bond    Mexican Pesos             4,012 June 16, 2027



     HSBC Working Capital Loan      Mexican Pesos               250  May 30, 2025



     Santander Working Capital Loan Mexican Pesos               400  January 31,
                                                                         2025



     Citi Working Capital Loan       U.S. Dollars                21 July 30, 2025

Financial Ratios


                                                           12M


                                                      2024      2023           % 



     Net Debt / EBITDA                              2.6 x    1.6 x  1.0 x



     Interest covarage*                             4.7 x    9.2 x    (49.4 %)



     Total Liabilities / Total Stockholders' Equity 1.2 x    1.1 x  0.2 x



     Net Earnings per Share**                        0.35      0.64     (46.1 %)

* EBITDA LTM/ net interest LTM
**Net income divided by 486.2 million shares, expressed in Mexican pesos.

At the close of the fourth quarter of 2024, leverage is above the Company's internal debt limit, which sets a maximum of 2.0x Net Debt/EBITDA. It is important to highlight that this is an internal guideline, not a contractual restriction or covenant, and the issuer expects to return to levels below 2.0x.

ROIC / Cost of Capital


             4Q17   4Q18   4Q19   4Q20   4Q21   4Q22   4Q23   4Q24



     ROIC  7.3 %  7.3 %  9.8 % 12.4 % 14.5 % 14.1 % 15.4 %  7.8 %



     WACC 10.5 % 12.5 % 12.9 % 10.0 % 12.1 % 12.7 % 12.3 % 12.2 %

ROIC: NOPAT L12M/Average Invested Capital t, t-1
Invested Capital: Total Assets - Cash and Cash Equivalents - Short-Term Liabilities
ROIC excludes Flow program execution costs from 2Q20 to 4Q21 as they are one-off

The ROIC reached 7.8%, decreasing by 760 bps compared to the same quarter of the previous year, and is 440 basis points below the cost of capital. Excluding severance expenses related to the organizational reorganization in 4Q24, ROIC would have closed at 8.3%.

Financial derivates

The use of derivative financial instruments is governed by the recommendations and policies issued by the Board of Directors and supervised by the Audit Committee, which provides guidelines on the management of exchange risk, interest rate risk, credit risk, the use of derivative and non-derivative financial instruments, and the investment of excess liquidity.

As of December 31(st), 2024, the market value of Grupo Rotoplas' position was:


                                                Market Value



     Instrument MXN/USD exchange rate Ps. 26.7
                  forward               millon

ESG | ENVIORMENTAL, SOCIAL AND GOVERNANCE

Throughout the year, the following progress stood out within sustainable initiatives:


                                                                     Q4 2024    Target 2024     Target 2025



     
                Profit



     Tier-1 suppliers evaluated with ESG criteria                      76 %           75 %           100 %



     Customer satisfaction (NPS score)                                   80              76               80



     
                Planet



     CO2 intensity - Scopes 1 and 2 per ton of processed resin          0.4            0.43             0.41



     m3 of water purified by our solutions                     1.2M         1.2M            1.7M



     
                People



     People with access to sanitation (cumulative since 2021)  1.1M         894K             1M



     Women in the workforce                                         25.10 %           27 %            30 %

    --  Five out of the six public ESG goals were achieved, except for the
        gender target. However, the 2024 year-end figures show an improvement
        compared to 2023, with the percentage of women in the workforce
        increasing from 23.7% to 25.1%. Additionally, efforts continue to ensure
        a more inclusive recruitment process, as well as to promote the
        retention and development of female talent within the organization.
    --  On the environmental front, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were reduced by
        ~12%, exceeding the target set in this area. Additionally, Rotoplas
        completed the validation process for its emissions reduction targets
        with the Science Based Targets initiative, committing to reducing direct
        emissions by 42% between 2022 and 2030, and indirect emissions by 25%
        over the same period. Furthermore, Rotoplas published its first
        Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for the 1,100L Tinaco Plus+,
        sharing its environmental footprint throughout its lifecycle.
    --  In the social dimension, efforts were made to adopt best practices in
        line with the Mexican Standard NMX 025 on labor equality and
        non-discrimination, while continuing to work through various committees
        and working groups focused on diversity and inclusion. Additionally,
        volunteer initiatives were carried out in Mexico and Peru, while in
        Argentina, another edition of the "El Agua en Debate" program was
        developed.
    --  Under the governance pillar, a risk and opportunity analysis related to
        climate change and water security was conducted. Also, in collaboration
        with JP Morgan, Rotoplas published its Sustainable Development Impact
        Disclosure (SDID) Report, becoming the first company in Latin America
        and the second globally to disclose how its strategy aligns with the UN
        Sustainable Development Goals. Regarding disclosure questionnaires, the
        Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024 score from S&P Ratings
        increased by 2 points, positioning Rotoplas among the top five companies
        globally in its industry.
    --  Finally, in community social action, the partnership with the Coca-Cola
        Foundation, the eight bottlers of the Mexican Coca-Cola industry, and
        Isla Urbana for the "Escuelas con Agua" program stood out, closing 2024
        with 300 IoT-enabled rainwater harvesting systems installed and
        operating in schools across Mexico. Additionally, the delivery and
        installation of materials for the 29 winning projects of the "A Fluir"
        initiative were completed in six states across Mexico, benefiting an
        estimated 200,000 people.

AGUA | PREFROMANCE AND ANALYST COVERAGE



                           4Q


                      2024     2023            % 


     AGUA* Closing
            Price    15.95    30.06      (46.9 %)


           P/BV      1.2 x   2.4 x  (1.2) x


           EV/EBITDA 7.8 x   8.5 x  (0.7) x

Treasury shares

As of December 31(st), 2024, the Company had 2.6 million shares in the treasury, equivalent to an invested amount of Ps. 60 million. Treasury shares have never been cancelled.

Analyst Coverage

As of December 31(st), 2024, analysts' coverage was provided by:


                                                                                         Recommendation     PO



     
     BTG Pactual                  
              Felipe Barragán                       Neutral           $24.80


                                                felipe.barragan@btgpactual.com



     
     GBM                          
              Regina Carrillo                     
       Buy             $44.00


                                     
              rcarrillo@gbm.com



     
     SIGNUM / PUNTO               
              Alberto Alarcón                    
       Hold             $22.08


                                                Alberto.alarcon@signumresearch.com



     
     Miranda Global Research /ESG            Martín Lara /Marimar Torreblanca    
       Buy             $39.00


                                                martin.lara@miranda-gr.com
                                      marimar.torreblanca@miranda-
                                      partners.com



     
     Apalache                     
              Jorge Pla?cido                      
       Buy             $39.10


                                     
              jorge.placido@apalache.mx




                                                  
              Consensus              
       Buy             $33.80

FINANCIAL STATMENTS | INCOME STATMENT, BALANCE SHEET AND CASH FLOW

Income Statement
(Unaudited figures, millions of Mexican pesos)


                                                               4Q                                                12M


                                                           2024       2023          %            2024        2023               % 


      Income Statement                 
       Net Sales     2,723      3,376        (19.3 %)     11,201      12,146              (7.8 %)



     COGS                                                1,611      1,842        (12.5 %)      6,168       6,593              (6.4 %)



     
                Gross Profit                        1,112      1,534        (27.5 %)      5,033       5,554              (9.4 %)



     
                % margin                           40.8 %    45.4 %      (460) bps     44.9 %     45.7 %           (80) bps



     Operation Expenses                               1,048      1,149         (8.8 %)      4,153       3,962                4.8 %



     
                Operating Income                       64        385        (83.4 %)        881       1,592             (44.7 %)



     
                % margin                            2.4 %    11.4 %      (900) bps      7.9 %     13.1 %           (520) bps



     
                Comp. Financing Results             (249)     (311)       (20.0 %)      (688)    (1,251)            (45.0 %)



     Financial Income                                   (3)        48              NM         87         155             (44.1 %)



     Financial Expenses                               (246)     (359)       (31.4 %)      (774)    (1,406)            (44.9 %)



     Income Before Taxes                              (186)        73              NM        191         339             (43.6 %)



     Taxes                                             (64)         2              NM         23          27             (15.5 %)



     
                Net Income                          (122)        71              NM        169         312             (46.1 %)



     
                % margin                          (4.5 %)     2.1 %      (660) bps      1.5 %      2.6 %           (110) bps



     EBITDA[2]                                          239        554        (56.8 %)      1,492       2,131             (30.0 %)



     
                % margin                            8.8 %    16.4 %      (760) bps     13.3 %     17.5 %           (420) bps



     EBITDA(2) ex severance package                     293        554        (47.0 %)      1,546       2,131             (27.4 %)



     
                % margin                           10.8 %    16.4 %     (560) bps      13.8 %     17.5 %          (370) bps

Balance Sheet (unaudited figures in millions of Mexican pesos)


                                                                                              December


                                                                                      2024      2023      % 


      Balance Sheet                                         Cash and Cash Equivalents    733       566  29.4 %



     Accounts Receivable                                                       1,824   1,491    22.3 %



     Inventory                                                                 1,831   1,006    82.1 %



     Other Current Assets                                                        701     575    22.1 %



     
                Current Assets                                               5,088   3,638    39.9 %



     Property, Plant and Equipment - Net                                       4,044   4,063   (0.5 %)



     Other Long-term Assets                                                    5,812   4,851    19.8 %



     
                Total Assets                                                14,945  12,552    19.1 %



     Short-term Debt                                                             684      29        NM



     Suppliers                                                                 1,198     816    46.9 %



     Other Accounts Payable                                                    1,105     854    29.3 %



     
                Short-term Liablilities                                      2,987   1,699    75.9 %



     Long-term Debt                                                            3,999   3,999     0.0 %



     Other long-term Liabilities                                               1,256     803    56.3 %



     
                Total Liablities                                             8,242   6,501    26.8 %



     
                Total Stockholders' Equity                                   6,702   6,051    10.8 %



     
                Total Liabilities + Stockholders' Equity                    14,945  12,552    19.1 %

Cash Flow (Unaudited figures, millions of Mexican pesos)


                                                             12M


                                                     2024           2023        % 


      Cash Flow                         
     EBIT          881          1,592  (44.7 %)



     Depreciation and Amortization              596     520         14.6 %



     Inventory                                (478)   (54)            NM



     Accounts Receivable                      (290)  (320)       (9.4 %)



     Accounts Payable                           349     207         68.7 %



     Other Current Liabilities                (111)  (514)            NM



     Taxes                                    (133)  (140)       (5.2 %)



     
                Operating Cash Flow           814   1,290       (36.9 %)



     CapEx                                    (565)  (609)       (7.2 %)



     Other Investment Activities               (52)    133             NM



     
                Investing Cash Flow         (617)  (476)        29.7 %



     Dividends                                (242)  (235)         2.9 %



     Repurchase Fund                           (15)   (74)      (79.5 %)



     Short and Long-term Debt                   650      17             NM



     Interest and Leases                      (606)  (549)        10.4 %



     
                Financing Cash Flow         (213)  (841)      (74.7 %)



     
                Change in Cash               (16)   (27)      (40.8 %)



     Effect of exchange rate on cash            183    (80)            NM



     
                Net Change in Cash            166   (107)            NM



     
                Inicial Cash Balance          566     673       (15.9 %)



     
                Final Cash Balance            732     566         29.4 %

PRESS RELEASES | 4Q24

    --  Rotoplas invited the investment public to AGUA Day 2024. - December
        5(th).
    --  Rotoplas informed the investment public about the key topics discussed
        during AGUA Day 2024. - December 5(th).
    --  Rotoplas invited the investment public to its 3Q24 Earnings Conference
        Call. - October 8(th).
    --  Rotoplas informed the investment public about Fitch's reaffirmation of
        Grupo Rotoplas' 'AA(mex)' rating with a stable outlook. - October 4(th).
    --  For more information, please consult the relevant events section of our
        website:

https://rotoplas.com/investors/press-releases/

CONTACT DETAILS | INVESTOR RELATIONS



     Mariana Fernández                    Maria Fernanda
                                            Escobar



     
                mfernandez@rotoplas.com mfescobar@rotoplas.com

    --  Forward-Looking Statements

This press release may include certain forward-looking statements relating to Grupo Rotoplas S.A.B. de C.V. It relies on considerations of the Grupo Rotoplas S.A.B. de C.V. management which are based on current and known information; however, the expectations could vary due to facts, circumstances, and events beyond the control of Grupo Rotoplas, S.A.B. de C.V.

    --  About the Company

Grupo Rotoplas S.A.B. de C.V. is America's leading provider of water solutions, including products and services for storing, piping, improving, treating, and recycling water. With over 40 years of experience in the industry and 18 plants throughout the Americas, Rotoplas is present in 14 countries and has a portfolio that includes 27 product lines, a services platform, and an e-commerce business. Grupo Rotoplas has been listed on the Mexican Stock Exchange (BMV) under the ticker "AGUA" since December 10(th), 2014.

Pedregal 24, 19th Floor, Molino del Rey
Miguel Hidalgo
Zip Code 11040, Mexico City
T. +52 (55) 5201 5000
www.rotoplas.com

(1) EBITDA includes donations of Ps. 10.6 million in 4Q24 and Ps. 15.7 million in 12M24. Additionally, it includes donations of Ps. 12.3 million in 4Q23 and Ps. 19.2 million in 12M23.
(2) EBITDA includes donations of Ps. 10.6 million in 4Q24 and Ps. 15.7 million in 12M24. Additionally, it includes donations of Ps. 12.3 million in 4Q23 and Ps. 19.2 million in 12M23.

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SOURCE Grupo Rotoplas S.A.B. de C.V.