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Cresud SACIF y A(CRESY)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CRESY
09/25/2026: CRESY (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Cresud is a diversified holding company that provides investors with a unique, combined exposure to Latin American agricultural production and urban commercial real estate. Its strengths include a significant, inflation-hedged land bank and strategic ownership in high-quality commercial properties, offering a hedge against local currency volatility. While the potential for valuation re-ratings during economic turnarounds presents a compelling investment story, the company faces substantial risks from regional macroeconomic instability, currency devaluation, and commodity price cycles. Cresud is generally suited for value-oriented investors who can tolerate high volatility. Investors should closely monitor Argentine economic policies and climate-driven harvest outcomes for potential developments.
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Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is largely tied to commodity cycles and regional economic recovery rather than consistent organic revenue scaling. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | The stock is highly sensitive to macro events and is suitable only during positive sentiment cycles for emerging markets. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company often trades at a significant discount to its net asset value, which may appeal to value-oriented investors. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | Inconsistent dividend payouts make this a poor choice for investors prioritizing steady income. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High volatility due to political and macroeconomic exposure makes this unsuitable for conservative portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock price is subject to large fluctuations due to commodity markets and currency risks. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Determining the true value is complex due to land assets and hyperinflationary accounting. |
| Competition risk (commodity market) | High | As a price-taker in global grain markets, the company faces constant pressure from larger global competitors. |
| Business quality | Medium | Assets are high quality but trapped in a high-risk operating environment. |
| Dividend income | Low | Dividend reliability is low, as the company prioritizes capital preservation or reinvestment. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Operational success requires navigating complex, shifting regulatory environments. |
Price Behavior

Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 33.58% | Avg. Invested days 33 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 901.46M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 7.18 | 1Y Target Price 15.86 |
Price to earnings Ratio 7.18 | 1Y Target Price 15.86 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 272.2K shares | Beta -0.02 | 52 Weeks Range 8.24 - 14.21 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 8.24 - 14.21 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.77 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Production | Sale of soybeans, corn, wheat, and cattle production. | Profit is driven by global grain prices and production efficiency. |
| Real Estate (IRSA) | Rental income from shopping malls and office building operations. | Income is dependent on local consumer demand and commercial occupancy rates. |
| Geography | Operations primarily in Argentina, Brazil, and other Latin American countries. | Performance is highly exposed to regional economic and political conditions. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-09-08 | When - | Estimate - | Actual 0.57 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 12.85% | Operating Margin (TTM) 16.91% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.03% | Return on Equity (TTM) 12.18% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 7.18 | Forward PE 25.97 | Enterprise Value 1.88B | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value 1.88B | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.06 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.24 | Shares Outstanding 70.93M | Shares Floating 39.72M |
Shares Outstanding 70.93M | Shares Floating 39.72M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.53 | Percent Institutions 22.54 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Cresud SACIF y A
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters - | ||
IPO Launch date 1997-03-18 | Second Vice Chairman, CEO, & GM Mr. Alejandro Gustavo Elsztain | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Conglomerates | Full time employees - | Website https://www.cresud.com.ar |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.cresud.com.ar | ||
Cresud Sociedad Anónima, Comercial, Inmobiliaria, Financiera y Agropecuaria, an agricultural company, engages in the production of agricultural commodities in Brazil and other Latin American countries. The company operates through Agricultural Business, and Business Urban Properties and Investments segments. It is also involved in the management, development, and ownership of shopping malls, office buildings, and hotels; sale of grain derivatives, such as flour and oil; production and sale of crops, such as soybean, sugarcane, wheat, corn, oilseed, and sunflower, as well as sorghum and peanuts; and breeding, purchasing, and/or fattening of cattle for sale to slaughterhouses and supermarkets. In addition, it leases its farms to third parties for agriculture, cattle breeding, and seed production; and offers agricultural services. The company was incorporated in 1936 and is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

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