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Corteva Inc (CTVA) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Corteva Inc stock (CTVA) is currently trading at $82.03. Corteva Inc PE ratio is 46.05. Corteva Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 3.11. Analyst consensus price target for CTVA is $83.48. WallStSmart rates CTVA as Underperform.

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CTVA

Corteva Inc

NYSEBASIC MATERIALS
$82.03
$1.45 (1.80%)
52W$52.88
$82.26
Target$83.48+1.8%

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CTVA Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Corteva Inc (CTVA)

Margin of Safety
+8.0%
Fair Value
CTVA Fair Value
$81.90
Graham Formula
Current Price
$82.03
$0.13 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $81.90
Overvalued
Price $82.03
Graham IV $81.90
Analyst $83.48

CTVA is trading near its Graham intrinsic value of $81.90, suggesting the stock is reasonably priced at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Corteva Inc (CTVA) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in market cap, peg ratio, eps growth. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Corteva Inc (CTVA) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 8.8/10
Institutional Own.Quality
87.92%10/10

87.92% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$54.19B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

PEG RatioValuation
1.138/10

Good growth relative to its price

EPS GrowthGrowth
27.40%8/10

Strong earnings growth at 27.40% per year

Supporting Valuation Data

EV/Revenue
2.877
Undervalued

Corteva Inc (CTVA) Areas to Watch (6)

Avg Score: 3.2/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
-1.70%0/10

Revenue declining -1.70%, a shrinking business

Return on EquityProfitability
4.97%1/10

Very low returns on shareholder equity

Operating MarginProfitability
5.60%2/10

Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency

Profit MarginProfitability
6.29%4/10

Thin profit margins with limited profitability

Price/SalesValuation
3.116/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 3.11x sales

Price/BookValuation
2.156/10

Fairly priced relative to book value

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
46.05
Overvalued
Trailing P/E
46.05
Overvalued

Corteva Inc (CTVA) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 52/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 8.8/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 3.2/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Institutional Own., Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.13) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 27.40%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (3.11), Price/Book (2.15) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -1.70%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 4.97%, Operating Margin at 5.60%, Profit Margin at 6.29%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 4.97% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -1.70% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Institutional Own., Market Cap) and negatives (Revenue Growth, Return on Equity). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

CTVA Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

CTVA's Price-to-Sales ratio of 3.11x trades at a 38% premium to its historical average of 2.25x (99th percentile). The current valuation is 0% below its historical high of 3.11x set in Mar 2026, and 199% above its historical low of 1.04x in Mar 2020. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~2.5x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Corteva Inc (CTVA) · BASIC MATERIALSAGRICULTURAL INPUTS

The Big Picture

Corteva Inc operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 17.4B with 170% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 6.3%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 497.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 4.2B in free cash flow and 4.4B in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Revenue Decline

Revenue contracted 170% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.

What to Watch Next

Margin expansion: can Corteva Inc push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?

Sector dynamics: monitor AGRICULTURAL INPUTS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Corteva Inc.

Bottom Line

Corteva Inc offers stability with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. The valuation may present an opportunity for patient investors, though limited growth means returns will likely come from dividends and modest capital appreciation rather than explosive gains.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Corteva Inc(CTVA)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

BASIC MATERIALS

Industry

AGRICULTURAL INPUTS

Country

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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