French Microcap with 40% Revenue Growth

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Catana Group

Catana Group was founded in 1984 in Cogolin, France. It designs, manufactures, and sells luxury catamarans that are known for their high performance, comfort, and safety. The company uses cutting-edge technology, such as vacuum infusion with the integration of carbon fibre, to manufacture its two-hulled yachts. Its main production facility, Chantier Catana, is located in Canet-en-Roussillon, France. 

Catana has a network of dealers around the world and sells its catamarans to customers in over 50 countries.

Primed to Grow

Reporting at Catana is a little opaque for no reason other than its size and regulations on its exchange. Clearly, revenue has started to surge, which is largely attributed to the group's innovative approach, especially with its distinctive Bali catamaran concept. 

Market trends are shifting towards higher-end products. Additionally, tighter government regulations in the recreational products industry offer a chance for market consolidation, favouring players like Catana. 

The company also stands to benefit from global economic expansions, especially in burgeoning markets like the United States, leveraging its existing operational know-how. These factors, combined with internal strengths and strategic initiatives, place Catana in a strong position for sustained growth and market leadership.

This looks to us like a sleepy but great long-term investment in a product with great margins from a slightly less price-sensitive buyer.

In Their Own Words

What Could Go Wrong?

If Catana company continues to acquire minority or controlling interests in complementary businesses, like the majority stake it took in Composite Solutions earlier this year, it needs to do so in a prudent manner. Add-ons through acquisition generally bring debt and integration challenges.

On top of that, a global economic downturn could lead to a decline in demand for luxury catamarans. Also, the company is heavily reliant on its Chantier Catana production facility, which is located in a single geographic location, which could make the company vulnerable to disruptions in supply chains or natural disasters.

Final Word

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