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225679 (POT.TO) (POT) Stock Price, News & Analysis

C$25.78
-0.05 (-0.19%)
(As of 12/29/2017)
Today's Range
C$25.78
C$26.38
50-Day Range
N/A
52-Week Range
C$20.68
C$26.62
Volume
21.74 million shs
Average Volume
1.75 million shs
Market Capitalization
C$21.66 billion
P/E Ratio
N/A
Dividend Yield
1.55%
Price Target
N/A
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About 225679 (POT.TO) Stock (TSE:POT)

Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (PCS) is a fertilizer producer producing a range of primary crop nutrients, such as potash, nitrogen and phosphate. The Company operates through three segments: potash, nitrogen and phosphate. As of December 31, 2016, it owned and operated five potash operations in Saskatchewan and owned one in New Brunswick. Its nitrogen operations involve the production of nitrogen fertilizers and nitrogen feed and industrial products, including ammonia, urea, nitrogen solutions, ammonium nitrate and nitric acid. It has nitrogen facilities in Georgia, Louisiana, Ohio and Trinidad. Its phosphate operations include the manufacture and sale of solid and liquid phosphate fertilizers, phosphate feed and industrial acid, which is used in food products and industrial processes. It has phosphate mines and mineral processing plant complexes in Florida and North Carolina. As of December 31, 2016, the Company had four phosphate feed plants in the United States.

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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Electronic Computer Manufacturing
Sub-Industry
N/A
CIK
N/A
Fax
N/A
Employees
147,000
Year Founded
N/A

Profitability

Pretax Margin
N/A

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
N/A

Miscellaneous

Free Float
N/A
Market Cap
C$21.66 billion
Optionable
Not Optionable
Beta
N/A
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Key Executives

  • Jochen E. Tilk (Age 53)
    President, Chief Executive Officer, Non Independent Director
  • Wayne R. Brownlee (Age 64)
    Chief Financial Officer, Executive Vice President, Treasurer
  • Stephen Francis Dowdle Ph.D. (Age 66)
    President - PCS Sales
  • Raef M. Sully (Age 49)
    President - PCS Nitrogen & Phosphate
  • Joseph A. Podwika (Age 54)
    Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Secretary
  • Christopher M. Burley (Age 55)
    Independent Director
  • Donald G. Chynoweth (Age 56)
    Independent Director
  • John W. Estey (Age 66)
    Independent Director
  • Gerald W. Grandey (Age 70)
    Independent Director
  • C. Steven Hoffman (Age 68)
    Independent Director

Should I Buy 225679 (POT.TO) Stock? POT Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in 225679 (POT.TO):

  • The current stock price of 225679 (POT.TO) is at a relatively low level, presenting a potential buying opportunity for investors.
  • Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (PCS) operates in the fertilizer industry, which is essential for global food production, providing stability and long-term demand for its products.
  • PCS has a diversified product portfolio, including potash, nitrogen, and phosphate, which helps mitigate risks associated with fluctuations in commodity prices.
  • The company's presence in multiple locations across Canada and the United States enhances its operational resilience and market reach.
  • PCS's focus on innovation and sustainable practices in fertilizer production positions it well for future growth and compliance with evolving environmental regulations.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in 225679 (POT.TO) for these reasons:

  • The fertilizer industry is subject to cyclical trends and external factors like weather conditions, which can impact the company's financial performance.
  • PCS faces competition from other global fertilizer producers, leading to potential pricing pressures and market share challenges.
  • Fluctuations in raw material prices, such as potash, nitrogen, and phosphate, can affect PCS's production costs and profit margins.
  • Economic uncertainties and geopolitical factors may influence the demand for fertilizers, impacting PCS's revenue and growth prospects.
  • Regulatory changes related to environmental policies or trade agreements could introduce additional compliance costs and operational constraints for PCS.
These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these 225679 (POT.TO) pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

POT Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have POT shares performed in 2024?

225679 (POT.TO)'s stock was trading at C$25.78 on January 1st, 2024. Since then, POT stock has increased by 0.0% and is now trading at C$25.78.
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Is 225679 (POT.TO) a good dividend stock?

225679 (POT.TO) (TSE:POT) pays an annual dividend of C$0.40 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 1.96%.
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This page (TSE:POT) was last updated on 6/18/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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