CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (CF)

CF Industries' stock has been influenced by several events in the past six months. The Q2 2025 earnings report showed EPS of $2.37 and revenue of $1.89 billion, exceeding analyst estimates. The company declared quarterly dividends of $0.50 per share. Analyst ratings and price targets were adjusted by firms like JPMorgan Chase, Scotiabank, Zacks Research, HSBC, UBS Group, Mizuho, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs Group, and Weiss Ratings. CF Industries, Mitsui & Co., and JERA Co. Inc. announced the Blue Point low-carbon ammonia project. CF stock has risen by 11.96% and was trading at $86.39 as of October 27, 2025.

Demand for CF Industries' products is seasonal and tied to agricultural cycles. Crop prices, planting seasons, and input costs influence fertilizer demand. Geopolitical disruptions and weather events can also affect fertilizer availability and demand. High wheat prices could incentivize farmers to maximize yields, increasing fertilizer demand.

CF Industries Holdings, Inc. is a global manufacturer and distributor of hydrogen and nitrogen products, mainly for fertilizer and emissions abatement. The company operates in the Agricultural Chemicals sector, producing ammonia, urea, UAN, and AN, along with DEF, urea liquor, nitric acid, and aqua ammonia. CF Industries sells to cooperatives, distributors, farmers, and industrial users and is expanding into clean energy with blue and green ammonia production.

CF Industries operates manufacturing and distribution facilities across North America, Europe, and internationally, with production sites in the US, Canada, and the UK. It is the largest nitrogen fertilizer producer in North America, holding approximately 25-30% of the region's production capacity. The United States accounts for 73.2% of net sales, Canada 9.2%, North America (additional) 1.1%, the United Kingdom 5.2%, and other regions 11.3%.

CF Industries has a solid reputation due to its commitment to sustainability and clean energy. The company is working to decarbonize its ammonia production network and invested $4 billion in the Blue Point low-carbon ammonia production project. The company's leadership emphasizes integrity, purpose, and investment in people, contributing to a positive culture. CF Industries also focuses on environmental stewardship and disciplined corporate management.

CF Industries Holdings, Inc. is primarily owned by institutional shareholders, who hold approximately 93.06% to 102.52% of the company's stock. Insiders own about 0.87% to 1.30%, while retail investors hold a smaller percentage, around 0.00% to 36.01%. Major institutional owners include Vanguard Group Inc., BlackRock, Inc., and State Street Corp.