Corteva Inc (CTVA)vsCVR Partners LP (UAN)
CTVA
Corteva Inc
$75.55
-0.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $52.25B
UAN
CVR Partners LP
$119.53
-0.53%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $1.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Corteva Inc generates 2532% more annual revenue ($17.81B vs $676.86M). UAN leads profitability with a 23.7% profit margin vs 5.7%. UAN trades at a lower P/E of 8.5x. UAN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
CTVA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
UAN
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-68.7%
Fair Value
$44.78
Current Price
$75.55
$30.77 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UAN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 30.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.4%
Earnings expanding 99.9% YoY
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
5.7% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 1.2%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTVA
The strongest argument for CTVA centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.26 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UAN
The strongest argument for UAN centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.7% and operating margin at 42.4%. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CTVA
The primary concerns for CTVA are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 47.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : UAN
The primary concerns for UAN are Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.64 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTVA profiles as a value stock while UAN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CTVA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
UAN is growing revenue faster at 20.0% — sustainability is the question.
UAN generates stronger free cash flow (51M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UAN scores higher overall (70/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 23.7% margins and 20.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Visit Website →CVR Partners LP
BASIC MATERIALS · AGRICULTURAL INPUTS · USA
CVR Partners, LP, produces and distributes nitrogen fertilizer products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas.
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