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Aquafil S.p.A. is an Italian multinational manufacturer specializing in polyamide 6 fibers, polymers, and synthetic yarns, renowned for pioneering the circular economy in the textile sector since its founding in 1965 in Arco, Italy. The company produces high-quality nylon yarns for carpets, serving global leaders in residential, automotive, luxury, and contract sectors as the top supplier of bulk continuous filament worldwide. It also supplies nylon yarn for garments to prestigious brands like Prada, Burberry, and Gucci, alongside engineering services and polymers for plastic molding in fashion accessories and furniture. Central to its operations is ECONYL® regenerated nylon, launched in 2011, which transforms nylon waste from pre- and post-consumer sources—including fishing nets and carpets—into premium material via a closed-loop regeneration system, maintaining equivalent performance to virgin nylon. With facilities across 13 countries on three continents and nearly 2,390 employees, Aquafil S.p.A. integrates sustainability holistically, earning accolades like EcoVadis Platinum status and advancing initiatives such as R2R for recyclable carpets and Agenda 2030 for ESG goals, positioning it as a leader in eco-innovative textiles.
Operating margin is thin at 2.69%. Limited cushion if revenue slows or costs rise, not the profile of a wide-moat business.
Revenue declined 1.7% YoY. The question is whether this is cyclical or a structural shift.
Net debt of €209M represents 27.0x FCF, leverage limits flexibility.
Profitability & Returns
Revenue (TTM)
€523M
▼ -1.7% YoY
Net Income (TTM)
-€4M
▲ +71.2% YoY
Op. Margin
2.58%
▲ +2.1pp YoY
ROIC
2.24%
▲ +1.7pp YoY
Cash Flow & Balance Sheet
FCF (TTM)
€19M
▲ +526.8% YoY
Op. Cash Flow (TTM)
€46M
▲ +3002.8% YoY
Net Debt
€209M
Cash & Equiv.
€168M
3Y CAGR: -8.5%
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