Corteva Inc (CTVA)vsFMC Corporation (FMC)
CTVA
Corteva Inc
$11.48
+1.28%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $8.59B
FMC
FMC Corporation
$4.47
-5.10%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $880.39M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Corteva Inc generates 53% more annual revenue ($4.97B vs $3.25B). CTVA leads profitability with a 2.8% profit margin vs -84.8%. FMC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. FMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
CTVA
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
FMC
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.4%
Fair Value
$12.56
Current Price
$11.47
$1.09 discount
Margin of Safety
+61.5%
Fair Value
$41.63
Current Price
$4.47
$37.16 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.8% margin — thin
Revenue declined 1.2%
Earnings declined 9.9%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -168.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 17.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTVA
The strongest argument for CTVA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.05 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FMC
The strongest argument for FMC centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CTVA
The primary concerns for CTVA are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : FMC
The primary concerns for FMC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTVA profiles as a value stock while FMC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
CTVA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
CTVA is growing revenue faster at -1.2% — sustainability is the question.
FMC generates stronger free cash flow (323M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FMC scores higher overall (50/100 vs 45/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Corteva Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
Corteva, Inc. (also known as Corteva Agriscience) is a major American agricultural chemical and seed company that was the agricultural unit of DowDuPont prior to being spun off as an independent public company.
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BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
FMC Corporation (Food Machinery and Chemical Corporation) is an American chemical manufacturing company headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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