Corteva Inc (CTVA)vsFMC Corporation (FMC)
CTVA
Corteva Inc
$77.46
+1.58%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $50.64B
FMC
FMC Corporation
$11.64
-4.51%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Corteva Inc generates 421% more annual revenue ($17.89B vs $3.43B). CTVA leads profitability with a 6.5% profit margin vs -72.9%. CTVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. CTVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
CTVA
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
FMC
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-73.4%
Fair Value
$44.32
Current Price
$77.46
$33.14 premium
Margin of Safety
+72.0%
Fair Value
$57.24
Current Price
$11.64
$45.60 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.7%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
6.5% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -137.5% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTVA
The strongest argument for CTVA centers on Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FMC
The strongest argument for FMC centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : CTVA
The primary concerns for CTVA are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : FMC
The primary concerns for FMC are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.56 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 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
CTVA is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
FMC generates stronger free cash flow (-633M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CTVA scores higher overall (64/100 vs 42/100) and 11.0% revenue growth. FMC offers better value entry with a 72.0% margin of safety. 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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