Corporate Credit Rating 2024 for BETTER SILVER SPA: A3 (Upgrade)

modefinance has published on the website the Corporate Credit Rating (Solicited) of BETTER SILVER S.P.A., assigning a rating of A3 (Upgrade). The analysis revealed company’s capacity to meet its commitment on financial obligations is strong. 

BETTER SILVER S.P.A. is a company operating in the design, production and marketing of silver jewelry. Founded in 1977 by the Bettinardi brothers, it is still run today by the second generation of the same family, whose efforts over the years have made it a significant player in the industry. FY2023 represented a significant year of growth, with the turnover close to 70 mln euros, achieved for the most part in foreign markets serving clients of primary importance in the jewelry industry.

The Company's economic and financial situation is characterized by strong capitalization (29 mln euros), also thanks to the owner’s strategy of reinvesting profits to protect equity. This is complemented by a proper financial balance and improving profitability in 2023, well supported by the increase in turnover (68 mln euros; +17% YoY).
Corporate liquidity increased thanks to a consistent positive operating cash flow which also financed the investments, fundamental for company growth in the next years. There was a decrease in net financial debt (17 mln euros), which appears largely sustainable in relation to capitalization and EBITDA (8 mln euros; +23.42%).
The management of credit lines appears sound, with prompt payments and no episodes of overruns. 

The governance and control system is appreciable, with administrative and internal control bodies having collegial form. The certification of financial statements is entrusted to an auditing firm. The group structure appears streamlined and clear in roles. In addition, the company will also implement the OdV ex 231 model from July 2024. 

The long-standing experience contributes positively to the Company’s know-how, which also boasts a global market presence, with 95% of its turnover generated from foreign markets. The hallmark of the ownership is the constant pursuit of efficiency in production capacity, along with careful investments in innovation and sustainability.

In all areas of analysis, the Company is well-positioned compared to the peer group , which is characterized by a positive overall health status.

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