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Boeing weighs $10 billion stock sale amid cash strain, Bloomberg reports

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Boeing Co. is exploring the possibility of raising $10 billion by issuing new stock to strengthen its cash reserves, which have been depleted by an ongoing strike, according to a report by Bloomberg.

According to individuals Bloomberg spoke to, who are familiar with the discussions, Boeing is working with advisers to evaluate its options.

The planemaker is not expected to move forward with an equity sale for at least a month, allowing time to assess the financial impact of the ongoing strike, which involves 33,000 workers.

“No final decision on the timing or the amount has been made, and Boeing could ultimately decide against the stock sale,” the sources stated.

The company declined to comment on the situation.

Strike adds pressure to Boeing’s financial situation

The strike, now entering its third week, has shut down production of Boeing’s single-aisle 737 Max airliner, adding significant strain to the company’s already fragile finances.

The company has been grappling with reduced cash reserves following a near-catastrophic accident in January, which forced it to slow production of the 737 Max to address quality concerns.

Boeing has burned through $8.25 billion in free cash during the first half of the year and is expected to see a cash outflow of $3.36 billion in the third quarter, according to analysts.

Estimates from JP Morgan Chase & Co. suggest that each month of the work stoppage could cost Boeing $1.5 billion.

The financial toll of the strike, along with the company’s debt load, is putting pressure on Boeing’s credit rating, which is currently one step above speculative grade.

Fitch Ratings has warned that an extended strike could have significant operational and financial consequences, increasing the risk of a credit downgrade.

Boeing weighs options to preserve liquidity

Boeing’s Chief Financial Officer Brian West addressed the company’s liquidity challenges last month, stating that Boeing “will take any necessary actions” to protect its investment-grade rating and repair its balance sheet.

West indicated that the company is open to raising debt or equity to ensure financial stability.

In a Morgan Stanley conference, West told analysts,

We are perfectly comfortable to supplement our liquidity position to support those two objectives.

In addition to considering stock sales, Boeing has already implemented several cost-saving measures, including furloughs, a hiring freeze, and pay cuts for executives.

The company has a history of raising funds shortly after its quarterly earnings reports, with the next release expected in late October.

Earlier this year, Boeing raised $10 billion following its first-quarter earnings release in April.

Boeing’s credit rating and stock performance under threat

Boeing’s financial woes have been compounded by a 42% decline in its stock value this year, making 2024 one of its worst years since the 2008 financial crisis.

Analysts are increasingly concerned about the company’s ability to maintain its credit rating, particularly if the strike continues and production remains halted.

Boeing also faces additional financial commitments related to its planned $4.7 billion acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems Inc., a key supplier at the center of the company’s current manufacturing issues.

While the acquisition is expected to be paid in stock, Boeing will need further investment to turn the business around.

As Boeing navigates these challenges, the potential $10 billion stock sale may provide some relief.

However, the company must first resolve the ongoing strike and its related financial toll before moving forward with any fundraising initiatives.

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