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Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation(AGM)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
WEAK BUY
BUY for 107 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+30.33%
LAST CLOSE
$220.94
09/18/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AGM

09/18/2026: AGM (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation, known as Farmer Mac, is a government-sponsored enterprise that provides a secondary market for agricultural and rural utility loans. By leveraging its unique GSE status, the company maintains a stable, low-cost funding advantage that supports a consistent, profit-generating business model. Its primary investment opportunity lies in the long-term demand for financing American agricultural real estate and essential rural infrastructure. However, investors must monitor risks related to agricultural economic cycles, interest rate volatility, and potential legislative changes to the GSE mandate. The stock is best suited for value and dividend-focused investors seeking steady, defensive exposure to the rural economy through a well-established institutional platform.

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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 steady, predictable growth rather than high-octane capital appreciation.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock typically exhibits low-beta, value-oriented price action rather than rapid momentum trends.
Value investorStrong fitFarmer Mac often trades at valuation multiples that reflect its stable, reliable cash flow and unique market position.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company provides a consistent dividend yield, making it an attractive option for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe GSE structure and high-quality asset portfolio provide a defensive profile suitable for conservative investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityLowThe stock typically tracks closer to interest-rate-sensitive financial vehicles than high-growth tech stocks.
Valuation riskMediumAs with any interest-rate-sensitive stock, valuation can fluctuate with changes in the yield curve.
Competition risk (Agricultural Finance)MediumMajor commercial banks may aggressively price loans to capture agricultural market share.
Business qualityStrongThe company's status as a GSE provides a strong, durable competitive moat in the secondary market.
Dividend incomeMediumWhile consistent, dividends are subject to board approval and the company's overall earnings performance.
Execution riskLowThe business model is well-established and relies on proven secondary market mechanisms.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

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

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 0.09%
Avg. Invested days 39
Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

AGM receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid quantitative characteristics. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

AGM has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+0.1%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 6.1%) are partially offset by negative revenue growth (-18.9%), modest insider ownership of 1.69%.

Financial Health Rating

AGM's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (6.1% of revenue). Liquidity is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

Earnings growth is AGM's strongest growth driver at +0.1% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-18.9%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-86.8%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

Institutional ownership is 88.4% and approximately 109.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.69% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 6.80%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 4.14%
Thrivent Financial For Lutherans 4.05%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.66%
American Century Companies Inc 3.22%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

AGM generates approximately $295 of gross profit, $194 of operating income, and $61 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: 18.90%

Quantitative Style Profile

AGM has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltSmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.42B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 12.08
1Y Target Price 257
Price to earnings Ratio 12.08
1Y Target Price 257
Volume (30-day avg) 101.1K shares
Beta 0.99
52 Weeks Range 134.41 - 246.53
Updated Date 09/18/2026
52 Weeks Range 134.41 - 246.53
Updated Date 09/18/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.81%
Basic EPS (TTM) 18.49

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Net Interest IncomeThe spread between interest earned on agricultural loans held in portfolio and the interest paid on Farmer Mac's debt securities.The company acts as a middleman, earning money from the difference between the rates they charge farmers and the rates they pay to borrow money.
Guarantee and Management FeesFees earned for guaranteeing the performance of agricultural loans that remain on the books of originating lenders.They collect fees for taking on the risk of these loans, providing a stable source of revenue.
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Valuation

Trailing PE 12.08
Forward PE 9.52
Enterprise Value 38.96B
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.93
Enterprise Value 38.96B
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.93
Enterprise Value to Revenue 89.34
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 9.32M
Shares Floating 10.20M
Shares Outstanding 9.32M
Shares Floating 10.20M
Percent Insiders 1.69
Percent Institutions 88.41

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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 Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters Washington, DC, United States
IPO Launch date 1995-08-18
President & CEO Mr. Zachary N. Carpenter
Sector Financial Services
Industry Credit Services
Full time employees 212
Full time employees 212

Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation provides a secondary market for various loans made to borrowers in the United States. It operates through seven segments: Farm & Ranch, Corporate AgFinance, Power & Utilities, Broadband Infrastructure, Renewable Energy, Funding, and Investments. The Farm & Ranch segment includes the USDA Securities portfolio, Farm & Ranch loans, and AgVantage securities secured by Farm & Ranch loans. The Corporate AgFinance segment includes loans and AgVantage securities to larger and more complex farming operations, agribusinesses focused on food and fiber processing, and other supply chain production. The Power & Utilities segment includes loans to rural electric generation and transmission cooperatives and distribution cooperatives, as well as AgVantage securities secured by those types of loans. The Broadband Infrastructure segment includes loans to rural fiber, cable/broadband, tower, wireless, local exchange carrier, and data center projects. The Renewable Energy segment includes rural electric, solar, wind, and gas projects. The Funding segment includes debt issuance, hedging, asset/liability management, and capital allocation. The Investments segment includes an investment portfolio, which is held for liquidity purposes. The company is involved in a line of agricultural finance business, including purchasing and retaining eligible loans and securities; guaranteeing the payment of principal and interest on securities that represent interests in, or obligations secured by pools of eligible loans; servicing eligible loans; and issuing long-term standby purchase commitments for designated eligible loans. Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation was incorporated in 1987 and is headquartered in Washington, District Of Columbia.