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CF Industries Holdings Inc (CF)

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$97.12
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Profit since last BUY19.17%
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07/08/2025: CF (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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21 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $89.01

1 Year Target Price $89.01

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$89.01 Target price
52w Low $66.95
Current$97.12
52w High $104.45

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -8.12%
Avg. Invested days 34
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 15.42B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 12.59
1Y Target Price 89.01
Price to earnings Ratio 12.59
1Y Target Price 89.01
Volume (30-day avg) 21
Beta 0.95
52 Weeks Range 66.95 - 104.45
Updated Date 07/7/2025
52 Weeks Range 66.95 - 104.45
Updated Date 07/7/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 2.17%
Basic EPS (TTM) 7.56

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Profitability

Profit Margin 21.8%
Operating Margin (TTM) 28.68%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 8.71%
Return on Equity (TTM) 20.79%

Valuation

Trailing PE 12.59
Forward PE 13.4
Enterprise Value 17224248866
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.52
Enterprise Value 17224248866
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.52
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.81
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.88
Shares Outstanding 162010000
Shares Floating 160548695
Shares Outstanding 162010000
Shares Floating 160548695
Percent Insiders 0.71
Percent Institutions 103.9

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CF Industries Holdings Inc

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Company Overview

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CF Industries Holdings Inc. was founded in 1946 as Central Farmers Fertilizer Company, a cooperative formed by regional agricultural cooperatives. Over time, it evolved into a publicly traded company, expanding its nitrogen production capacity and geographic reach through strategic acquisitions and expansions.

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  • Nitrogen Fertilizers: Production and distribution of ammonia, urea, urea ammonium nitrate (UAN) solutions, and ammonium nitrate. These products are used by farmers to improve crop yields.
  • Other Nitrogen Products: Production and distribution of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and other nitrogen-based products used in various industrial applications.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

CF Industries is led by Tony Will (President & CEO). The organizational structure includes departments for operations, sales, finance, and other corporate functions. A Board of Directors governs the company.

Top Products and Market Share

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  • Ammonia: Anhydrous ammonia is a primary nitrogen fertilizer. CF Industries is one of the largest producers globally. Market share data varies, but CF is a significant player. Competitors include Nutrien, Yara International, and Koch Industries.
  • Urea Ammonium Nitrate (UAN): UAN is a liquid nitrogen fertilizer solution widely used in agriculture. CF Industries produces and distributes substantial amounts of UAN. Competitors include Nutrien and other regional fertilizer producers.

Market Dynamics

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The nitrogen fertilizer industry is influenced by factors such as crop prices, planting acreage, weather patterns, and global supply/demand dynamics. Geopolitical events and energy prices also play a significant role.

Positioning

CF Industries is positioned as a leading North American nitrogen fertilizer producer with a focus on operational efficiency and strategic investments to expand capacity and reduce production costs.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global nitrogen fertilizer market is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions of dollars. CF Industries is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market due to its large production capacity and distribution network.

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Strengths

  • Large-scale production capacity
  • Efficient manufacturing operations
  • Extensive distribution network
  • Strong customer relationships
  • Vertically integrated production process

Weaknesses

  • Sensitivity to natural gas prices
  • Dependence on agricultural cycles
  • Environmental regulations compliance costs
  • Geographic concentration in North America
  • Exposure to commodity price volatility

Opportunities

  • Increasing global population and food demand
  • Expansion into new geographic markets
  • Development of new nitrogen-based products
  • Investments in green ammonia production
  • Strategic acquisitions of smaller producers

Threats

  • Fluctuations in natural gas prices
  • Increased competition from foreign producers
  • Changes in government regulations
  • Unfavorable weather conditions impacting crop yields
  • Global economic downturn affecting agricultural demand

Competitors and Market Share

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  • NTR
  • MOS
  • IPI

Competitive Landscape

CF Industries competes primarily on production cost, distribution efficiency, and product quality. It holds an advantage due to its large scale and efficient operations but faces challenges from global competitors with lower production costs or access to cheaper natural gas.

Major Acquisitions

Terra Nitrogen Company, L.P.

  • Year: 2010
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 7177
  • Strategic Rationale: Increased CF Industries' nitrogen fertilizer production capacity and strengthened its position in the North American market.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historically, CF Industries has grown through capacity expansions, strategic acquisitions, and increased global demand for nitrogen fertilizers.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates suggest continued growth driven by increasing global food demand and strategic investments in capacity and efficiency.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in green ammonia production, capacity expansions at existing facilities, and acquisitions of complementary businesses.

Summary

CF Industries is a major player in the nitrogen fertilizer market, benefiting from efficient operations and strategic assets. However, it faces risks from volatile natural gas prices and cyclical agricultural demand. Recent initiatives in green ammonia could provide long-term growth. Careful management of costs and strategic investments are crucial for sustained success.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
  • Investor Presentations
  • Industry Reports
  • Analyst Research Reports
  • Company Press Releases

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About CF Industries Holdings Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Northbrook, IL, United States
IPO Launch date 2005-08-11
President, CEO & Director Mr. W. Anthony Will
Sector Basic Materials
Industry Agricultural Inputs
Full time employees 2800
Full time employees 2800

CF Industries Holdings, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of hydrogen and nitrogen products for energy, fertilizer, emissions abatement, and other industrial activities in North America, Europe, and internationally. The company operates through Ammonia, Granular Urea, UAN, AN, and Other segments. Its principal products include anhydrous ammonia, granular urea, urea ammonium nitrate, and ammonium nitrate products. The company also offers diesel exhaust fluid, urea liquor, nitric acid, and aqua ammonia products. It primarily serves cooperatives, retailers, independent fertilizer distributors, traders, wholesalers, and industrial users. CF Industries Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois.