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Forafric Global PLC Ordinary Shares(AFRI)

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1-STAR RATING
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PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
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LAST CLOSE
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09/16/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AFRI

09/16/2026: AFRI (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Forafric Global PLC is an agribusiness and food processing company focusing on milling and grain-based production in Africa. The company benefits from a solid foundation in Morocco and an integrated supply chain, which supports its role as a major regional player. Its primary growth opportunity lies in capitalizing on the rising food demand across the African continent. However, investors must consider risks including sensitivity to volatile global wheat prices, regional operational complexities, and potential margin pressure from larger competitors. It may suit investors looking for exposure to African growth, though the lack of a dividend and high price volatility requires a tolerance for risk.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers exposure to African economic growth, but execution remains the primary variable.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock lacks the consistent high-volume trading and sustained upward price momentum required for this style.
Value investorMixed fitValuation may appear attractive in certain cycles, but risks require a significant margin of safety.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not provide a reliable or established dividend stream for income-focused investors.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh sensitivity to commodity prices and regional volatility makes this unsuitable for low-risk profiles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighProfit margins are highly sensitive to global wheat commodity prices.
Valuation riskMediumAs a smaller player, the stock can experience significant price swings based on limited liquidity.
Competition risk (Agribusiness)Medium / highLocal and global competitors continue to pressure market pricing and shelf space.
Business qualityMediumThe business provides essential staples but faces logistical and structural challenges.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe company currently prioritizes capital retention over shareholder distributions.
Execution riskMedium / highScaling operations across diverse African markets introduces significant operational complexity.

Price Behavior

Steady Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Steady Uptrend

The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 24.25%
Avg. Invested days 61
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

AFRI receives a 2-star rating, supported by available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft company fundamentals, and soft analyst coverage.

Company Fundamentals

AFRI has soft overall fundamentals (2 stars), with soft financial health, soft growth momentum, and moderate ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+38.8%) is partially offset by soft cash generation (FCF margin -0.1%), negative revenue growth (-35.6%), soft profitability (net margin -8.4%).

Financial Health Rating

AFRI's financial health is supported by moderate efficiency, including operating-expense and cost-of-revenue discipline (opex 11.6% of revenue). Profitability is weak (1 stars), which helps explain the 2-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

Earnings growth is AFRI's strongest growth driver at +38.8% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-35.6%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-100.8%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

Institutional ownership is 3.5% and approximately 18.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 81.59% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 0.50%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 0.25%
State Street Corp 0.18%
Northern Trust Corp 0.14%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 0.12%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

AFRI generates approximately $102 of gross profit, $-14 of operating income, and $-1 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: -12.90% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

AFRI has a relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Low VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 299.43M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price -
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price -
Volume (30-day avg) 20.6K shares
Beta 0.37
52 Weeks Range 8.13 - 11.90
Updated Date 09/16/2026
52 Weeks Range 8.13 - 11.90
Updated Date 09/16/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.45

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Milling and Grain ProcessingProduction of flour, semolina, and other wheat-based inputs for industrial and consumer use.The company makes money by turning raw wheat into processed goods that are staples in the African diet.
Geography: AfricaConcentrated operations in Morocco and broader North/West African export markets.Earnings are directly linked to the economic health and food demand of African consumer markets.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 443.84M
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.7
Enterprise Value 443.84M
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.7
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.51
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 43.64
Shares Outstanding 26.96M
Shares Floating 4.90M
Shares Outstanding 26.96M
Shares Floating 4.90M
Percent Insiders 81.59
Percent Institutions 3.52

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Financial Metrics

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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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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 Forafric Global PLC Ordinary Shares

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters -
IPO Launch date 2022-06-10
Chairman of the Board & CEO Mr. Khalid Assari
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Farm Products
Full time employees 600
Full time employees 600

Forafric Global PLC engages in the purchase, storage, transport, processing, and sale of agricultural commodities and commodity products in Morocco and West Africa. It operates through Soft Wheat, Durum Wheat, and Couscous and Pasta segments. The company provides wheat flours and semolina; and secondary processing products, such as pasta and couscous. It operates under the TRIA and MayMouna brand names. The company serves wholesale foods manufacturers and distributors. It also exports its products to approximately 45 countries. Forafric Global PLC was founded in 1926 and is headquartered in Gibraltar.