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
ADM Delivers Q3 Earnings Amid Headwinds, Flags Softer 2025 Outlook on Trade and Policy Uncertainty
Archer-Daniels-Midland reported third quarter 2025 earnings of $108 million, with adjusted net earnings at $448 million, reflecting ongoing pressures in key segments. Executives cut the full-year outlook citing weak soybean crush margins, softer ethanol profits, and pending clarity on U.S.-China trade deals and EPA biofuel rules, which are delaying market recovery.
- Q3 segment operating profit fell 19% year-over-year to $845 million, driven by biodiesel and refining margin squeezes from deferred biofuel policies restraining North American demand.
- Year-to-date earnings before taxes plunged 51% to $779 million, with Ag Services & Oilseeds hit hard by trade uncertainty and 75% drop in crushing margins.
- Nutrition segment posted sequential profit growth and record Flavors revenue in North America, while Carbohydrate Solutions benefited from improved ethanol margins.
ADM Delivers Q3 Earnings Amid Headwinds, Flags Softer 2025 Outlook on Trade and Policy Uncertainty
Archer-Daniels-Midland reported third quarter 2025 earnings of $108 million, with adjusted net earnings at $448 million, reflecting ongoing pressures in key segments. Executives cut the full-year outlook citing weak soybean crush margins, softer ethanol profits, and pending clarity on U.S.-China trade deals and EPA biofuel rules, which are delaying market recovery.
- Q3 segment operating profit fell 19% year-over-year to $845 million, driven by biodiesel and refining margin squeezes from deferred biofuel policies restraining North American demand.
- Year-to-date earnings before taxes plunged 51% to $779 million, with Ag Services & Oilseeds hit hard by trade uncertainty and 75% drop in crushing margins.
- Nutrition segment posted sequential profit growth and record Flavors revenue in North America, while Carbohydrate Solutions benefited from improved ethanol margins.
Stock Performance Snapshot
Analyst Rating
Analysts suggest keeping Archer-Daniels-Midland stock for now, as it may not rise much.
Financial Health
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co. is performing well, showing strong revenue and cash flow generation.
Dividend
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co.'s dividend yield of 3.38% indicates a fair return for dividend investors. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $33.80 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
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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.
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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