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Corteva Inc (CTVA)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/12/2025: CTVA (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
24 Analysts rated it
Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.
1 Year Target Price $80.76
1 Year Target Price $80.76
| 13 | Strong Buy |
| 5 | Buy |
| 6 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -20.83% | Avg. Invested days 27 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/12/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 50.45B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 34.23 | 1Y Target Price 80.76 |
Price to earnings Ratio 34.23 | 1Y Target Price 80.76 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 24 | Beta 0.78 | 52 Weeks Range 53.14 - 77.22 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 53.14 - 77.22 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.95% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.17 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
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Profitability
Profit Margin 8.16% | Operating Margin (TTM) 28.28% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.55% | Return on Equity (TTM) 5.74% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 34.23 | Forward PE 20.62 | Enterprise Value 51938339000 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.94 |
Enterprise Value 51938339000 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.94 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.02 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15 | Shares Outstanding 679100032 | Shares Floating 677354713 |
Shares Outstanding 679100032 | Shares Floating 677354713 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.09 | Percent Institutions 86.86 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Corteva Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Corteva Inc. was formed in June 2019 as a spin-off from DowDuPont. Its roots trace back to the agricultural businesses of Dow Chemical and DuPont, both companies with long histories of agricultural innovation. The spin-off was intended to create a pure-play agriculture company focused on seeds, crop protection, and digital solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Seed: Develops and sells seeds and traits with improved characteristics, such as higher yields and resistance to pests and diseases. Key brands include Pioneer and Brevant seeds.
- Crop Protection: Develops and sells products that protect crops from weeds, insects, and diseases. This includes herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides under brands like Corteva Agriscience.
Leadership and Structure
Corteva is led by Chuck Magro (CEO) and has a typical corporate structure with functional departments such as finance, marketing, and R&D.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Pioneer Seeds: A leading brand of corn, soybean, and other seed varieties globally. Pioneer maintains a significant market share in the seed market. Competitors include Bayer (Monsanto) and Syngenta.
- Roundup (Herbicide): Though not exclusively Corteva's product, they benefit from it through distribution agreements and partnerships. Roundup is the herbicide market leader, facing competition from other glyphosate-based products and alternative herbicides. Competitors include Bayer, Syngenta, and other generic herbicide manufacturers.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The agricultural inputs industry is driven by factors such as global population growth, increasing demand for food, climate change, and technological advancements in crop science. The industry is consolidated, with a few major players dominating the market.
Positioning
Corteva is a major player in the agricultural inputs market, particularly in seeds and crop protection. Its competitive advantages include its strong brands, R&D capabilities, and global distribution network.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global crop protection market is expected to reach USD 95 billion by 2028. Corteva is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through its innovative products and broad geographic reach.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition (Pioneer)
- Extensive R&D capabilities
- Global distribution network
- Diverse product portfolio
- Innovation in seed and crop protection technology
Weaknesses
- Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
- Dependence on regulatory approvals
- Potential liabilities from legacy environmental issues
- Integration challenges after spin-off
Opportunities
- Growing demand for sustainable agriculture practices
- Expansion into emerging markets
- Development of new crop protection technologies
- Increased adoption of precision agriculture
- Strategic acquisitions and partnerships
Threats
- Increasing competition from generic products
- Changing weather patterns and climate change
- Stringent regulations and environmental concerns
- Fluctuations in currency exchange rates
- Geopolitical risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BAYRY
- SYT
Competitive Landscape
Corteva's competitive advantages include its strong brands, R&D capabilities, and global distribution network. However, it faces intense competition from larger players with broader product portfolios.
Major Acquisitions
Symborg
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 0
- Strategic Rationale: Expand Corteva's biologicals portfolio.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Corteva's growth has been driven by its seed and crop protection businesses, with a focus on innovation and market share gains.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for Corteva, driven by increased demand for agricultural products and the company's focus on innovation and sustainability.
Recent Initiatives: Corteva focuses on new product launches, digital agriculture offerings, and sustainability initiatives.
Summary
Corteva is a major player in the agricultural inputs market with strong brands and R&D. Its growth is dependent on successful innovation and navigating regulatory hurdles and commodity price fluctuations. Sustainability and emerging markets are key opportunities, but increasing competition and environmental concerns pose threats. Overall, Corteva demonstrates a good amount of fundamental strength.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Corteva Inc. Investor Relations
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
- Company Filings
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Corteva Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Indianapolis, IN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2019-05-24 | CEO & Director Mr. Charles Victor Magro B.Sc. (Chem), MBA | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Agricultural Inputs | Full time employees 22000 | Website https://www.corteva.com |
Full time employees 22000 | Website https://www.corteva.com | ||
Corteva, Inc. operates in the agriculture business. It operates through two segments, Seed and Crop Protection. The Seed segment develops and supplies advanced germplasm and traits that produce optimum yield for farms. It offers trait technologies that enhance resistance to weather, disease, insects, and herbicides used to control weeds, as well as food and nutritional characteristics. This segment also provides digital solutions that assist farmer decision-making with a view to optimize product selection, and maximize yield and profitability. The Crop Protection segment offers products that protect against weeds, insects and other pests, and diseases, as well as enhances crop health above and below ground through nitrogen management and seed-applied technologies. This segment provides herbicides, insecticides, nitrogen stabilizers, and pasture and range management herbicides. It serves agricultural input industry. The company operates in the United States, Canada, Latin America, the Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Corteva, Inc. was incorporated in 2018 and is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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