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ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd(ICL)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ICL
09/18/2026: ICL (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd is a global manufacturer of mineral-based products, focusing on fertilizers, bromine, and specialty phosphates for agriculture and industry. The company is known for its unique, low-cost access to Dead Sea mineral resources, which supports a vertically integrated business model. Its primary investment story centers on leveraging these minerals into high-margin specialty chemicals, while expanding into precision agriculture and battery solutions. Key risks include exposure to volatile commodity price cycles, geopolitical tensions in its home region, and reliance on global agricultural demand. The stock may suit dividend-focused investors seeking exposure to the commodities sector while monitoring the company’s success in growing its specialty portfolio.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is largely tied to agricultural cycles and demand for mineral-based solutions. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Stock performance depends on commodity pricing trends which are often volatile. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Trading multiples often reflect cyclical commodity risks rather than specialty value. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | ICL historically provides consistent dividend payouts supported by its mineral business. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Exposure to geopolitical and commodity price risks increases volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Mineral and chemical prices fluctuate significantly based on global demand. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Market sentiment shifts quickly between commodity cycles. |
| Competition risk (commodity and specialty) | Medium / high | Global players with scale compete directly in key product segments. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business relies on finite mineral resources and capital-intensive assets. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividends can fluctuate as they are often tied to earnings performance. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successfully integrating acquisitions and scaling specialty chemical R&D is complex. |
Price Behavior
Steady Uptrend
The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -10.93% | Avg. Invested days 37 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/18/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 7.20B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 23.04 | 1Y Target Price 5.81 |
Price to earnings Ratio 23.04 | 1Y Target Price 5.81 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1.2M shares | Beta 1 | 52 Weeks Range 4.63 - 6.84 | Updated Date 09/18/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 4.63 - 6.84 | Updated Date 09/18/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.76% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.24 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Potash and Phosphate | Bulk sales of fertilizers and raw mineral materials. | The foundational part of the business that rides global crop price trends. |
| Specialty Chemicals (Bromine/Phosphates) | High-value additives for food, tech, and industry. | Higher-margin segment focused on innovation and specialized customer needs. |
| Geography | Global operations with significant exposure to Europe, Americas, and Asia. | Global reach helps balance demand across different agricultural seasons. |
Valuation
Trailing PE 23.04 | Forward PE 55.56 | Enterprise Value 9.78B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.92 |
Enterprise Value 9.78B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.92 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.27 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.17 | Shares Outstanding 1.29B | Shares Floating 723.39M |
Shares Outstanding 1.29B | Shares Floating 723.39M | ||
Percent Insiders 43.95 | Percent Institutions 34.73 |
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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)
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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 ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2014-09-24 | President & CEO Mr. Elad Aharonson | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Agricultural Inputs | Full time employees 12000 | Website https://www.icl-group.com |
Full time employees 12000 | Website https://www.icl-group.com | ||
ICL Group Ltd, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a specialty minerals and chemicals company worldwide. The company operates in four segments: Industrial Products, Potash, Phosphate Solutions, and Growing Solutions. The Industrial Products segment produces bromine out of a solution that is a by-product of the potash production process, as well as bromine-based compounds; sells various grades of potash, salt, magnesium chloride, and magnesia products; and produces and markets phosphorous-based flame retardants and other phosphorus-based products. The Potash segment produces and sells potash, salt, magnesium, electricity, and magnesium alloys; as well as chlorine and sylvinite. The Phosphate segment uses phosphate commodity products to produce specialty products; sells phosphate-based fertilizers, as well as sulphuric and green phosphoric acid, and phosphate fertilizers; and offers phosphate salts and acids. It also develops and produces functional food ingredients and phosphate additives. The Growing Solutions segment develops, manufactures, markets, and sells fertilizers based primarily on nitrogen, potash, and phosphate, including water-soluble specialty, and controlled-release fertilizers, as well as secondary nutrients, bio-stimulants, soil conditioners, seed treatment products, and adjuvants. It also offers digital platforms and technological solutions for farmers and agronomists. The company serves pharmaceutical, food, oil and gas, de-icing, building and construction, oral care, paints and coatings, energy storage, water treatment, electronics, automotive, agriculture, textiles, tire manufacturing, and healthcare industries, as well as power plants and battery producers. It sells its products through marketing companies, agents, and distributors. The company was formerly known as Israel Chemicals Ltd. and changed its name to ICL Group Ltd in May 2020. The company was incorporated in 1968 and is headquartered in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel.
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