Jonathan Mounsey's questions to ABBNY leadership • Q3 2024
Question
Questioned the recovery plan for the struggling E-mobility business, asking if industry consolidation is necessary. Also inquired about the company's willingness to increase leverage to pursue M&A beyond what free cash flow covers.
Answer
For E-mobility, the immediate focus is on renewing the product portfolio to be more competitive; consolidation is complex due to differing technologies. Regarding leverage, management confirmed they are 'underleveraged' and have significant capacity to take on more debt for the right M&A deals, stating that balance sheet capacity will not be a constraint.