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This summary was created by AI, based on 3 opinions in the last 12 months.

FMC Corp, a leading player in the agricultural sector, has recently demonstrated robust financial performance, including a notable 49% increase in free cash flow and a 24% rise in North American sales. Analysts suggest that the company is on track to achieve a 15% increase in earnings in the latter half of 2024. While some analysts recommend adjusting stop-loss levels to enhance investment discipline, others emphasize its strong fundamentals, including a low payout ratio of under 20% for dividends and a commendable 36% ROE. With the stock trading at 19x earnings, under 2x book, and an anticipated upside potential of 17% toward a price target of approximately $72, FMC appears to be a solid consideration for investors, although the recent fluctuations warrant careful monitoring.

Consensus
Mixed
Valuation
Undervalued
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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Aug 08/24, Down 7.2%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with FMC has triggered its stop at $57.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time.

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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Aug 08/24, Up 6.5%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with FMC is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $52) to $57 at this time.

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TOP PICK
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

This global producer of agricultural herbicides and insecticides, recently reported a 49% increase in free cash flow.  North American sales are up 24% over the year and management expects a 15% increase in earnings over the second half of 2024.  It trades at 19x earnings, under 2x book and supports a 36% ROE.  Its dividend is backed by a payout ratio under 20% of cash flow.  We recommend setting a stop-loss at $52, looking to achieve $72 -- upside potential of 17%.  Yield 3.7%

(Analysts’ price target is $71.94)
BUY

It's playing a bottoming of the agriculture space.

DON'T BUY

Is down 34% in the past 6 months. It hasn't delivered, surprisingly.

DON'T BUY

An S&P loser in 2023, down 51%. Grain prices slid as Ukraine couldn't be the bread basket given Russia's war. FMC is a great company, but agriculture failed last year. Ag could bounce back, but if it does he prefers Deere.

TOP PICK
Chemicals and so on. Diversified, lower risk company. Could hit $100 in 12 months. If it goes below $75, exit. Looks good based on volume patterns. Yield is 1.93%. (Analysts’ price target is $90.89)
BUY

Reflationary assets are benefitting and basic materials are part of this group. The chart looks like it is consolidating and he thinks there is another lift coming soon.

TOP PICK
Big chemical company. He likes their exposure to lithium and they are one of the largest suppliers globally. If the US has their way, cars will be electric, which have batteries that will be supplied with lithium. Longer term play. He is looking for an entry place at around $50/$51.
BUY
Lithium producer. Lithium is going to be very important going forward because of hybrid cars.
COMMENT
Chemical company with 3 distinct divisions. The agricultural business and industrial side are doing quite well. Their specialty chemical division has been a challenge. Looking at pretty good earnings growth going forward.
TOP PICK
A play in the industrial area. Great operating leverage.
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FMC Corp(FMC-N) Rating

Ranking : 4 out of 5

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Bullish - Buy Signals / Votes : 2

Neutral - Hold Signals / Votes : 0

Bearish - Sell Signals / Votes : 0

Total Signals / Votes : 2

Stockchase rating for FMC Corp is calculated according to the stock experts' signals. A high score means experts mostly recommend to buy the stock while a low score means experts mostly recommend to sell the stock.

FMC Corp(FMC-N) Frequently Asked Questions

What is FMC Corp stock symbol?

FMC Corp is a American stock, trading under the symbol FMC-N on the New York Stock Exchange (FMC). It is usually referred to as NYSE:FMC or FMC-N

Is FMC Corp a buy or a sell?

In the last year, 2 stock analysts published opinions about FMC-N. 2 analysts recommended to BUY the stock. 0 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst recommendation is . Read the latest stock experts' ratings for FMC Corp.

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Is FMC Corp worth watching?

2 stock analysts on Stockchase covered FMC Corp In the last year. It is a trending stock that is worth watching.

What is FMC Corp stock price?

On 2025-04-18, FMC Corp (FMC-N) stock closed at a price of $37.835.