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NYSE:CF

CF Industries (CF) Stock Forecast, Price & News

$61.51
-0.50 (-0.81%)
(As of 05/31/2023 ET)
Compare
Today's Range
$60.61
$62.58
50-Day Range
$62.00
$78.01
52-Week Range
$60.44
$119.60
Volume
5.11 million shs
Average Volume
2.85 million shs
Market Capitalization
$11.99 billion
P/E Ratio
4.11
Dividend Yield
2.60%
Price Target
$94.71

CF Industries MarketRank™ Forecast

Analyst Rating
Moderate Buy
2.55 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
51.3% Upside
$93.07 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
1.89% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Moderate
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-8.27
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
0.36mentions of CF Industries in the last 14 days
Based on 9 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
-25.98%
From $8.20 to $6.07 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

2.58 out of 5 stars

Basic Materials Sector

53rd out of 164 stocks

Agricultural Chemicals Industry

4th out of 8 stocks


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About CF Industries (NYSE:CF) Stock

CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CF) is a leading global manufacturer and distributor of nitrogen fertilizer and other nitrogen-based products. The company's mission is to provide farmers worldwide with the essential nutrients they need to grow crops and feed the world's growing population.

CF Industries produces a wide range of nitrogen products, including ammonia, urea, and nitrogen solutions, sold worldwide to agricultural and industrial customers. The company operates production facilities in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, and its products are distributed through a network of distributors and retailers.

CF Industries' primary customers are agricultural producers, including large-scale commercial farmers, distributors, and retailers serving smaller farmers. The company's products are essential for crop growth. The demand for CF Industries' products highly depends on global agricultural conditions, such as crop yields, weather patterns, and commodity prices.

CF Industries has achieved many significant milestones over the years, including the recent completion of a major expansion project at its Donaldsonville, Louisiana, facility. This expansion has increased the company's production capacity by more than 25% and positioned CF Industries as a leading supplier of nitrogen fertilizer in the United States.

Tony Will, President and Chief Executive Officer, joined CF Industries in 2007 as vice president, corporate development and has served as CEO since 2014. He has over 30 years of experience in the fertilizer industry, including senior leadership positions at PotashCorp and Agrium.

CF Industries has reported strong financial performance in recent years, with revenue and Net income rising. The company's profit margins have remained stable, with gross margin averaging 27% over the past several years. CF Industries has a strong balance sheet. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio lower than the industry average and indicates a conservative approach to financing. CF Industries' stock is currently trading at a price-to-earnings ratio and a price-to-book ratio lower than the industry averages. This suggests that CF Industries' stock is undervalued compared to its peers.

CF Industries Holdings, Inc. has had a strong stock performance over the past year compared to the overall market. The global agricultural markets have driven the company's stock, with rising demand for nitrogen fertilizer products leading to higher sales and profits.

CF Industries Holdings, Inc. operates in the agricultural chemicals industry, which is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 3.7% from 2021 to 2026. The industry is highly competitive, with many global players vying for market share. However, the industry is also highly consolidated, with a few large players dominating the market.

CF Industries Holdings, Inc. is one of the world's largest producers and distributors of nitrogen fertilizers, with a leading market position in North America. The company operates six nitrogen fertilizer production facilities in North America and one in the United Kingdom, giving it a strong competitive advantage in production capacity and distribution.

CF Industries Holdings, Inc. has several growth opportunities that could help drive future earnings and share price growth. The company is investing in expanding its production capacity to meet the rising demand for nitrogen fertilizer products. In addition, the company is exploring opportunities to expand into new markets, such as Asia and Latin America, where the need for nitrogen fertilizers is expected to grow strongly in the coming years.

The company also invests in research and development to develop new products to help farmers improve crop yields and reduce environmental impacts. This could help the company differentiate itself from competitors and capture a larger market share.

The company also faces regulatory risks, with governments worldwide increasingly focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural activities. This could lead to stricter environmental regulations that could increase costs and reduce profitability.

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CF Stock News Headlines

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Fertilizer Wars V-Day: CF Wins!
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CF Industries (NYSE:CF) Shares Gap Down to $67.79
The Latest Analyst Ratings for CF Industries Holdings
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CF Company Calendar

Last Earnings
5/01/2023
Ex-Dividend for 5/31 Dividend
5/12/2023
Today
5/31/2023
Dividend Payable
5/31/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated)
8/07/2023
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2023

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Agricultural chemicals
Sub-Industry
Fertilizers & Agricultural Chemicals
CUSIP
12526910
Employees
2,700
Year Founded
1946

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Forecast
$93.07
High Stock Price Forecast
$110.00
Low Stock Price Forecast
$70.00
Forecasted Upside/Downside
+52.8%
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
2.55
Research Coverage
11 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$3.35 billion
Pretax Margin
43.19%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$11.19 billion
Cash Flow
$22.14 per share
Book Value
$41.50 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
194,062,000
Market Cap
$12.09 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
1.01

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Key Executives

  • Tony Will
    President, Chief Executive Officer & Director
  • Chris Bohn
    Chief Financial Officer & Senior Vice President
  • Julie Scheck Freigang
    Chief Information Officer & Vice President
  • Michael P. McGrane
    Chief Compliance Officer, VP & Assistant Secretary
  • Doug Barnard
    Secretary, Senior Vice President & General Counsel













CF Stock - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell CF Industries stock right now?

11 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for CF Industries in the last twelve months. There are currently 1 sell rating, 3 hold ratings and 7 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "buy" CF shares.
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What is CF Industries' stock price forecast for 2023?

11 Wall Street research analysts have issued twelve-month price objectives for CF Industries' shares. Their CF share price forecasts range from $70.00 to $110.00. On average, they predict the company's share price to reach $93.07 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 52.2% from the stock's current price.
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How have CF shares performed in 2023?

CF Industries' stock was trading at $85.20 at the start of the year. Since then, CF shares have decreased by 28.3% and is now trading at $61.13.
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Are investors shorting CF Industries?

CF Industries saw a decrease in short interest in the month of April. As of April 30th, there was short interest totaling 4,150,000 shares, a decrease of 10.6% from the April 15th total of 4,640,000 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 2,820,000 shares, the short-interest ratio is currently 1.5 days. Approximately 2.1% of the shares of the company are sold short.
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When is CF Industries' next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Monday, August 7th 2023.
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How were CF Industries' earnings last quarter?

CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CF) announced its quarterly earnings results on Monday, May, 1st. The basic materials company reported $2.85 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts' consensus estimates of $2.63 by $0.22. The basic materials company had revenue of $2.01 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.86 billion. CF Industries had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 42.23% and a net margin of 29.26%. The business's revenue was down 29.8% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the firm posted $4.21 EPS.
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How often does CF Industries pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for CF Industries?

CF Industries declared a quarterly dividend on Wednesday, May 3rd. Shareholders of record on Monday, May 15th will be given a dividend of $0.40 per share on Wednesday, May 31st. This represents a $1.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 2.62%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, May 12th.
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Is CF Industries a good dividend stock?

CF Industries (NYSE:CF) pays an annual dividend of $1.60 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 2.55%. The company does not yet have a strong track record of dividend growth. The dividend payout ratio is 10.70%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, CF will have a dividend payout ratio of 26.36% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
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What is W. Anthony Will's approval rating as CF Industries' CEO?

50 employees have rated CF Industries Chief Executive Officer W. Anthony Will on Glassdoor.com. W. Anthony Will has an approval rating of 84% among the company's employees.

What other stocks do shareholders of CF Industries own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other CF Industries investors own include AT&T (T), Bank of America (BAC), Cisco Systems (CSCO), Intel (INTC), JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM), Gilead Sciences (GILD), Verizon Communications (VZ), Walt Disney (DIS), Pfizer (PFE) and CVS Health (CVS).

What is CF Industries' stock symbol?

CF Industries trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "CF."

Who are CF Industries' major shareholders?

CF Industries' stock is owned by a number of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include BlackRock Inc. (11.22%), Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD (6.71%), FMR LLC (5.19%), State Street Corp (4.65%), Geode Capital Management LLC (2.39%) and Bank of New York Mellon Corp (1.94%). Insiders that own company stock include Anne P Noonan, Ashraf K Malik, Bert A Frost, Celso L White, Christopher D Bohn, David P Hopkins, Douglas C Barnard, Richard A Hoker, Stephen A Furbacher, Susan L Menzel and W Anthony Will.
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How do I buy shares of CF Industries?

Shares of CF stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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What is CF Industries' stock price today?

One share of CF stock can currently be purchased for approximately $61.13.

How much money does CF Industries make?

CF Industries (NYSE:CF) has a market capitalization of $11.92 billion and generates $10.33 billion in revenue each year. The basic materials company earns $3.35 billion in net income (profit) each year or $14.96 on an earnings per share basis.

How many employees does CF Industries have?

The company employs 2,700 workers across the globe.

Does CF Industries have any subsidiaries?
The following companies are subsidiares of CF Industries: CF Chemicals Ltd., CF Fertilisers UK Limited, CF Global Holding Company LLC, CF Industries (Barbados) SRL, CF Industries (UK) Limited, CF Industries Canada Investment ULC, CF Industries Carbon Capture D LLC, CF Industries Carbon Capture Y LLC, CF Industries Clean Energy LLC, CF Industries Distribution Facilities LLC, CF Industries Employee Services LLC, CF Industries Energy Ventures LLC, CF Industries Enterprises LLC, CF Industries Inc., CF Industries Nitrogen LLC, CF Industries Peru S.A.C., CF Industries Sales LLC, CF Nitrogen Trinidad Limited, CF USA Holdings LLC, CFN Holdings LLC, Canadian Fertilizers Limited, Point Lisas Nitrogen Limited, Terra Industries Inc., Terra International (Canada) Inc., Terra International (Oklahoma) LLC, and Terra Nitrogen Limited Partnership.
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How can I contact CF Industries?

CF Industries' mailing address is 4 PARKWAY NORTH SUITE 400, DEERFIELD IL, 60015. The official website for the company is www.cfindustries.com. The basic materials company can be reached via phone at (847) 405-2400, via email at mjarosick@cfindustries.com, or via fax at 847-405-2711.

This page (NYSE:CF) was last updated on 5/31/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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