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Oatly Group AB ADR(OTLY)

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2-STAR RATING
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$12.12
09/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for OTLY

09/23/2026: OTLY (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Oatly Group AB ADR is a prominent global player in the oat-based dairy alternative market, known for its Barista Edition oat milk and a strong lifestyle-oriented brand. The company’s primary strengths lie in its proprietary enzymatic technology and deep integration within the specialty coffee sector. Its investment story centers on the potential for margin expansion as it shifts from aggressive growth to operational efficiency. However, investors must monitor significant risks, including persistent net losses, stiff competition from lower-cost private-label alternatives, and supply chain sensitivity. Oatly is generally suited for growth-oriented investors who are comfortable with high volatility and are monitoring the company’s path toward sustainable long-term profitability.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe growth narrative is intact but tempered by significant challenges in achieving scale-related profitability.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock has historically struggled to sustain upward momentum, requiring a clear positive trend for re-entry.
Value investorWeak fitCurrent valuation metrics remain stretched relative to the lack of consistent earnings and cash flow.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay a dividend and focuses entirely on reinvestment.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh volatility and the absence of a profitability track record make this unsuitable for low-risk profiles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock's history of wild price swings exposes investors to significant short-term capital risk.
Valuation riskMedium / highWithout proven earnings, valuation relies on subjective growth multiples.
Competition risk (Commoditization)HighPrivate-label brands threaten the pricing power of premium-branded oat milk.
Business qualityMediumThe strong brand is a major asset, though it is currently offset by high manufacturing costs.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors receive no cash return from holding this equity.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccess depends heavily on the company's ability to lower costs and achieve operational breakeven.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -23.35%
Avg. Invested days 31
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
OTLY receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
OTLY has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with soft financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+24.4%) is partially offset by soft cash generation (FCF margin -4.2%), moderate revenue growth (+4.7%), soft profitability (net margin -17.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
OTLY's financial health is supported by moderate efficiency, including operating-expense and cost-of-revenue discipline (opex 40.0% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 2-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is OTLY's strongest growth driver at +76.8% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+24.4%, solid) is also solid, while revenue growth (+4.7%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 58.3% and approximately 38.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 10.07% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Blackstone Inc 6.23%
Crédit Agricole S.A. 2.74%
UBS Group AG 0.77%
Marshall Wace Asset Management Ltd 0.22%
Storebrand Asset Management AS 0.21%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
OTLY generates approximately $321 of gross profit, $-79 of operating income, and $-42 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -5.66% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
OTLY has a Value-Oriented profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 392.84M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 19.5
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 19.5
Volume (30-day avg) 69.1K shares
Beta 1.81
52 Weeks Range 8.01 - 18.02
Updated Date 09/23/2026
52 Weeks Range 8.01 - 18.02
Updated Date 09/23/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -4.16

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Global Beverage SalesRevenue from liquid oat-based products sold to retail and coffee shops.This is the primary revenue engine, sensitive to coffee shop demand and retail trends.
Food & FrozenOat-based yogurt, spreads, and ice cream products.A growth segment that complements the main beverage business.
Geography: EMEA/Americas/AsiaSales across three major global regions.Provides geographic diversification but subjects earnings to foreign currency fluctuations.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 901.08M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.42
Enterprise Value 901.08M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.42
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.97
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -4.65
Shares Outstanding 31.91M
Shares Floating 12.15M
Shares Outstanding 31.91M
Shares Floating 12.15M
Percent Insiders 10.07
Percent Institutions 58.25

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Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About Oatly Group AB ADR

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters -
IPO Launch date 2021-05-20
CEO -
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Packaged Foods
Full time employees 1404
Full time employees 1404

Oatly Group AB, an oatmilk company, provides a range of plant-based dairy products in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, China, Sweden, The Netherlands, Finland, and Switzerland. Its oatmilk portfolio includes original, low-fat, full-fat, chocolate flavored, unsweetened, and Super Basic, which are offered in ambient and chilled packaging. The company offers Barista edition oatmilk; matcha; Oatgurts, which are oat-based yogurts; frozen desserts; cooking products, including regular and organic cooking cream, crème fraiche, whipping cream, vanilla custard, and spreads in a variety of flavors; and ready-to-go drinks. It sells its products through including foodservice, food retail, and e-commerce channels. The company was formerly known as Havre Global AB and changed its name to Oatly Group AB in March 2021. Oatly Group AB was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Malmö, Sweden.