Archer-Daniels-Midland Co.

Archer-Daniels-Midland Co.

Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM) is a large, global agricultural processor and commodities trader. It processes oilseeds, corn and wheat into ingredients for food, animal feed, biofuels and industrial uses, and operates an extensive logistics and origination network. With a market capitalisation of about $29.65bn, ADM benefits from scale, diversified end markets and recurring demand for food and feed, but its profits can be volatile because commodity prices, crop yields and global trade all influence margins. The company uses hedging and long-term contracts to manage price risk and has a history of returning cash to shareholders via dividends and buybacks, though payouts can vary. Investors should weigh steady demand against cyclical earnings, supply-chain and regulatory risks (including sustainability and deforestation issues). This summary is general educational information and not personalised advice — values can fall as well as rise and past performance is no guide to the future.

Why It's Moving

Archer-Daniels-Midland Co.

ADM Stock Warning: Why Analysts See -13% Downside Risk

Archer-Daniels-Midland shares tumbled after Q4 earnings revealed a sharp revenue miss despite beating EPS estimates, with 2026 guidance signaling caution amid biofuel policy delays. Wall Street's consensus leans bearish, with average price targets implying significant downside from current levels around $65.
Sentiment:
🐻Bearish
  • Q4 revenue plunged 13.7% year-over-year to $18.6B, missing forecasts by over $3B and highlighting persistent commodity market headwinds squeezing margins.
  • 2026 EPS guidance of $3.60-$4.25 undershoots analyst expectations at the low end, tied to U.S. biofuel policy uncertainty that crimps key segments like crush and ethanol.
  • Analysts maintain 'Hold' to 'Reduce' ratings overall, with JPMorgan's $61 target suggesting 9% downside and broader targets averaging near $57 amid mixed signals from dividend hike.

When is the next earnings date for Archer-Daniels-Midland Co. (ADM)?

Archer-Daniels-Midland (ADM) is scheduled to report its next earnings for the Q4 2025 quarter on February 3, 2026, before the market opens. The earnings conference call is set for 8:30 AM ET on that date. Analysts anticipate this release to reflect ongoing trends in agricultural commodity processing amid year-over-year declines in key metrics.

Stock Performance Snapshot

Hold

Analyst Rating

Analysts suggest holding Archer-Daniels-Midland's stock, which may not significantly increase in value.

Average

Financial Health

Archer-Daniels-Midland is generating steady revenue and cash flow, but profits are relatively low.

Average

Dividend

Archer-Daniels-Midland Co. offers a dividend yield of 3.09%, providing a decent return for dividend-seeking investors. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $30.50 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).

Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.

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Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock

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Scale and margins

ADM's size can provide cost advantages and diversified revenue streams, though margins often fluctuate with commodity cycles and market conditions.

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Global supply network

A broad origination and logistics footprint helps reach varied markets, but exposes the business to trade policy, shipping and sustainability risks.

Demand drivers

Steady demand for food, feed and biofuels supports long-term volumes, yet earnings remain sensitive to crop yields, prices and weather events.

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