Vicplas International Issues Profit Warning for FY2025 Due to Segmental Losses and Higher Costs
Link: https://links.sgx.com/1.0.0/corporate-announcements/N7G9WC70EBF2806Y/baf3a836435025d60a989de555fe675be049fd2e2c43cd02199be7aaf7f51f0b
Summary:
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Vicplas International expects to report a consolidated net loss for the financial year ended 31 July 2025.
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Loss is mainly due to:
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Lower positive results from the pipes and pipe fittings segment.
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Continued negative results from the medical devices segment, including start-up and ramp-up costs at the Mexico plant and ongoing costs at the Changzhou plant extension.
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Higher finance costs.
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Medical devices revenue grew, but profit constrained by new plant costs as Mexico and China facilities ramp up utilization.
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Pipes and fittings segment benefited from strong construction activity in Singapore but faced increased competition and credit risk.
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Group’s adjusted EBITDA for FY2025 is expected to remain positive and exceed S$4.4 million reported for 1H FY2025.
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The medical devices segment continues to invest in scaling up global operations.
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Final FY2025 results are expected on or before 29 September 2025; shareholders advised to exercise caution.