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Wim Hoste

Corbion Bioplastic is still fantastic, but needing a bit more time

Corbion has made remarkable progress in coping with massive input cost inflation, ao by shifting to shorter (quarterly) pricing clauses in contracts with customers and focusing on mix improvement and the most rewarding end markets. The omega 3 AlgaPrime DHA business seems on track to generate positive EBITDA in 2H. Unfortunately, PLA growth momentum has stalled (ao by Chinese lockdowns and higher freight costs) while higher capex costs have prompted the PLA JV partners Total and Corbion to reconsider their 2nd PLA plant project in France, while balance sheet metrics have deteriorated on LA plant capex and high working capital. We adjusted our model by delaying PLA growth while also adapting some valuation parameters (notably risk free rate used in DCF), leading overall to a reduction of our target price from € 49 to € 38. In light of the significant remaining upside, we maintain our Accumulate rating.
Underlying
Corbion NV

Corbion is an internationally operating company engaged in the development, production, sale and distribution of bakery supplies and food ingredients. Co. is engaged in the Bakery Supplies and Lactic Acid business. Co.'s operations are divided into two segments: Bakery operations and Lactic acid operations. Co.'s Bakery operations comprise the development, production and sale of bakery ingredients and products. Co.'s Lactic acid operations involve the production of lactic acid and lactic acid derivatives which are used in food, pharmaceutical and technical products. Co. operates mostly in Europe and North America. Co.'s brands are Waldkorn, Kate's cakes, Purac, Carel, MeisterMarken.

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Wim Hoste

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