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Intrepid Potash Inc (IPI)

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$36.5
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07/08/2025: IPI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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2 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $21

1 Year Target Price $21

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$21 Target price
52w Low $20.75
Current$36.5
52w High $39.01

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -36.64%
Avg. Invested days 28
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 487.79M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 21
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 21
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 1.78
52 Weeks Range 20.75 - 39.01
Updated Date 07/8/2025
52 Weeks Range 20.75 - 39.01
Updated Date 07/8/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -15.94

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Profitability

Profit Margin -94.14%
Operating Margin (TTM) 8.87%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 0.51%
Return on Equity (TTM) -35.32%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 10.11
Enterprise Value 442875155
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.24
Enterprise Value 442875155
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.24
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.62
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.4
Shares Outstanding 13316800
Shares Floating 9713898
Shares Outstanding 13316800
Shares Floating 9713898
Percent Insiders 19.64
Percent Institutions 56.09

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Intrepid Potash Inc

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Company Overview

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Intrepid Potash, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is based in Denver, Colorado. It evolved through acquisitions and expansions of existing potash mining operations in the southwestern United States. The company focuses on producing potash and other minerals from its facilities.

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  • Potash Production: Intrepid mines and produces potash, a key ingredient in fertilizers. It uses both solar evaporation and langbeinite solution mining techniques.
  • Triou00ae Production: Intrepid produces Triou00ae, a specialty fertilizer containing sulfate of potash, magnesium, and sulfur. This is a key source of revenue for the company.
  • Oilfield Solutions: Intrepid provides water management services and sells water for use in oil and gas drilling and completion operations.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team consists of executive officers overseeing various aspects of the business, including operations, finance, and sales. The organizational structure is hierarchical, with different departments responsible for specific functions.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Potash: Potash is Intrepid's primary product, used as a fertilizer to improve crop yields. Intrepid's potash market share is estimated to be around 10-15% of the US market. Key competitors include Nutrien, Mosaic, and CF Industries.
  • Triou00ae: Triou00ae is a specialty fertilizer that provides potassium, magnesium, and sulfur. It is targeted at specific crops and soil conditions. Revenue from Trio is significant, accounting for a substantial portion of their fertilizer sales. Competitors include Compass Minerals and other producers of specialty fertilizers.
  • Water Sales: Intrepid provides water for Oil & Gas use, revenue from water sales is cyclical and dependant on Oil & Gas activity.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The potash industry is influenced by global agricultural trends, fertilizer demand, and commodity prices. Supply is concentrated among a few major players. Demand fluctuates based on crop prices and planting seasons.

Positioning

Intrepid is positioned as a domestic potash producer, focusing on the US agricultural market and oilfield solutions. Its competitive advantage lies in its location and langbeinite production capabilities.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global potash market is estimated at around $25 billion. Intrepid is positioned to capture a portion of the US potash market, focusing on regional sales and specialty products.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Domestic Production
  • Langbeinite Production (Trio)
  • Strategic Location in US
  • Established Customer Base

Weaknesses

  • Smaller Scale Compared to Major Competitors
  • Dependence on Potash Prices
  • Geographic Concentration of Operations
  • High production costs compared to Canadian competitors

Opportunities

  • Increasing Demand for Specialty Fertilizers
  • Expansion of Domestic Agricultural Market
  • Development of New Products
  • Advancements in Mining Technology

Threats

  • Fluctuations in Potash Prices
  • Competition from Larger Producers
  • Changes in Environmental Regulations
  • Economic Downturns Affecting Agriculture
  • Increased costs related to inflation

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • NTR
  • MOS
  • CF

Competitive Landscape

Intrepid faces competition from larger, more diversified potash producers. Its advantages include domestic production and specialty products, while disadvantages include smaller scale and higher production costs.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Intrepid's growth has been influenced by potash prices and production volumes. They will be updated with specific values from financial releases.

Future Projections: Analyst projections are for growth in specialty fertilizer segment and improved operational efficiency, which will be dynamically updated as new projections become available.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include focusing on cost reduction, operational improvements, and expanding the Triou00ae product line.

Summary

Intrepid Potash Inc. is a smaller domestic potash producer with a focus on the US market. Its strength lies in its Triou00ae product and strategic location. Challenges include competition from larger players and fluctuating potash prices. Future growth depends on efficiency improvements and market expansion.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Company Website

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About Intrepid Potash Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Denver, CO, United States
IPO Launch date 2008-04-22
CEO & Director Mr. Kevin S. Crutchfield
Sector Basic Materials
Industry Agricultural Inputs
Full time employees 468
Full time employees 468

Intrepid Potash, Inc. delivers potassium, magnesium, sulfur, salt, and water products. It operates through three segments: Potash, Trio, and Oilfield Solutions. The company offers muriate of potash for various markets, such as in agricultural market as a fertilizer input, in animal feed market as a nutrient supplement, in industrial market as a component in drilling and fracturing fluids, as well as input to other industrial processes. It also provides Trio, a specialty fertilizer that delivers potassium, sulfate, and magnesium in a single particle; salt for various markets, including animal feed, industrial applications, pool salt, and the treatment of roads and walkways for ice melting or to manage road conditions; magnesium chloride for use as a road treatment agent for deicing and dedusting; brines for use in oil and gas industry to support well workover and completion activities; and metal recovery salts. Intrepid Potash, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is based in Denver, Colorado.