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Seaboard Corporation (SEB)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: SEB (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.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 2.44% | Avg. Invested days 22 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.76B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 28.17 | 1Y Target Price 0.69 |
Price to earnings Ratio 28.17 | 1Y Target Price 0.69 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.13 | 52 Weeks Range 2361.03 - 3291.75 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2361.03 - 3291.75 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.32% | Basic EPS (TTM) 100.94 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 1.06% | Operating Margin (TTM) 1.64% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.73% | Return on Equity (TTM) 2.12% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 28.17 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 3409990970 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.3 |
Enterprise Value 3409990970 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.3 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.37 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.22 | Shares Outstanding 971055 | Shares Floating 258553 |
Shares Outstanding 971055 | Shares Floating 258553 | ||
Percent Insiders 73.55 | Percent Institutions 23.66 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Seaboard Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
Seaboard Corporation was founded in 1918. It started as a flour milling company and has diversified into various industries, including pork production, transportation, and sugar production. Key milestones include expansion into international markets and strategic acquisitions.
Core Business Areas
- Pork: Seaboard Foods is a major pork producer, processing and selling fresh and frozen pork products globally. It integrates hog production and processing operations. It is the largest producer in the USA.
- Commodity Merchandising: Seaboard Overseas and Trading Group (SOTG) engages in the merchandising of agricultural commodities, including grains and oilseeds.
- Marine: Seaboard Marine is a container shipping company providing ocean transportation services in the Americas.
- Sugar: Seaboard owns and operates sugar mills in the Dominican Republic through its subsidiary, Refrescos Nacionales.
- Power: Seaboard Power generates electricity from independent power plants.
- Flour Milling: Seaboard is one of the largest flour millers in the United States and operates mills in several countries.
- Turkey: Butterball is the largest turkey producer in the USA.
Leadership and Structure
Seaboard Corporation is led by a board of directors and an executive management team. The company operates through various subsidiaries, each with its own management structure.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Pork Products: Fresh and frozen pork products sold under various brands. Seaboard Foods is a top pork producer in the US. Competitors include Tyson Foods, JBS USA, and Smithfield Foods. Market Share is approximately 7.5% of total US Pork Production
- Container Shipping: Ocean transportation services provided by Seaboard Marine. Competitors include Maersk, MSC, and CMA CGM. Market Share is difficult to pinpoint given the varied regional operations of Seaboard Marine.
- Flour: Wheat flour for various applications. Seaboard flour milling has operations world wide. Competitors include Ardent Mills and ADM.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industries in which Seaboard Corporation operates are subject to commodity price fluctuations, global trade dynamics, and regulatory changes. The pork industry faces challenges related to animal diseases and consumer preferences. The shipping industry is influenced by global trade volumes and freight rates. The other industries have their own set of economic and political challenges.
Positioning
Seaboard Corporation is a diversified company with a strong presence in pork production and commodity merchandising. Its competitive advantages include integrated operations, global reach, and established customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for Seaboard's various segments is substantial. The global pork market is valued at hundreds of billions of dollars, the commodity trading market is also vast, and the shipping market is subject to the total amount of goods being shipped. Seaboard's position varies by segment, with a strong presence in US pork production, however their slice of the TAM across their other industries is less than competitors.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified business portfolio
- Integrated operations in pork production
- Global reach
- Established customer relationships
- Strong financial position
Weaknesses
- Exposure to commodity price volatility
- Dependence on global trade dynamics
- Geographic concentration in certain markets
- Operational inefficiencies in some segments
- Lack of brand recognition compared to competitors
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Increased demand for pork in emerging economies
- Strategic acquisitions to expand product offerings
- Investment in sustainable practices to enhance brand reputation
- Technological advancements to improve operational efficiency
Threats
- Fluctuations in commodity prices
- Global trade disruptions
- Animal diseases
- Regulatory changes
- Increased competition
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TSN
- JBSAY
- WH Group
Competitive Landscape
Seaboard has integrated operations and a global reach but faces strong competition from larger, more recognized players in the food and shipping industries. Their diversity is a strength but also creates resource allocation challenges.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth data requires access to current financial data.
Future Projections: Future projection data requires access to current financial data.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives data requires access to current financial data.
Summary
Seaboard Corporation is a diversified conglomerate with a strong foundation in pork production and commodity merchandising. While its integrated operations and global reach provide competitive advantages, it faces challenges from commodity price volatility and competition. Strategic initiatives to expand into new markets and invest in sustainable practices could drive future growth. Monitoring global trade dynamics and regulatory changes is crucial for mitigating potential threats.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Industry reports
- Analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly, and the analysis presented here may not be current.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Seaboard Corporation
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Merriam, KS, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1980-03-17 | President & CEO Mr. Robert L. Steer | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Conglomerates | Full time employees 14000 | Website https://www.seaboardcorp.com |
Full time employees 14000 | Website https://www.seaboardcorp.com | ||
Seaboard Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates in agricultural, energy, and ocean transportation business worldwide. It operates through six segments: Pork, Commodity Trading and Milling (CT&M), Marine, Liquid Fuels, Power, and Turkey. The Pork segment produces and sells pork products to further processors, food service operators, grocery stores, and distributors; and hogs. The CT&M segment sources, transports, and markets wheat, corn, soybeans, soybean meal, and other commodities; and produces and sells wheat flour, maize meal, manufactured feed, and oilseed crush commodities. The Marine segment provides cargo shipping services; owns and leases dry, refrigerated, specialized containers, and other related equipment; and operates a terminal and an off-port warehouse and cargo storage. The Liquid Fuels segment owns biodiesel plants and terminal facilities. The Power segment operates as an independent power producer that generates electricity for the power grid in the Dominican Republic. The Turkey segment produces and processes conventional and antibiotic-free turkey products to retail stores, food service outlets, and industrial entities, as well as exports products to Mexico and internationally. The company also produces and sells sugar and alcohol, as well as processes and sells jalapeño peppers. Seaboard Corporation was founded in 1918 and is headquartered in Merriam, Kansas.
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