Corteva Inc (CTVA)vsICL Israel Chemicals Ltd (ICL)
CTVA
Corteva Inc
$9.19
-24.30%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $7.77B
ICL
ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd
$4.59
+0.44%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $5.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ICL Israel Chemicals Ltd generates 55% more annual revenue ($7.71B vs $4.97B). ICL leads profitability with a 4.0% profit margin vs 2.8%. CTVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.62. ICL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CTVA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
ICL
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+3.4%
Fair Value
$12.53
Current Price
$9.19
$3.34 discount
Margin of Safety
+0.2%
Fair Value
$5.76
Current Price
$4.59
$1.17 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
Earnings expanding 51.6% YoY
16.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.0% — below average capital efficiency
2.8% margin — thin
Revenue declined 1.2%
Earnings declined 9.9%
ROE of 4.3% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTVA
The strongest argument for CTVA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.62 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ICL
The strongest argument for ICL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : ICL
The primary concerns for ICL are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTVA profiles as a value stock while ICL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ICL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
ICL is growing revenue faster at 16.5% — sustainability is the question.
ICL generates stronger free cash flow (93M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ICL scores higher overall (62/100 vs 52/100) and 16.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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
ICL Group Ltd, is a company specialized in minerals and chemical products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.
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