ICLICL Group presents a mixed investment profile. While fundamentally sound with a stable dividend and diverse operations in essential sectors, recent performance and technical indicators suggest a cautious approach is warranted. Thematic exposure to agriculture and specialty chemicals provides long-term appeal, but current market conditions and near-term technicals indicate potential volatility.
ICL Group is well-positioned to benefit from global trends in food security, population growth, and sustainable agriculture. Its diversified portfolio of fertilizers, industrial products, and specialty chemicals provides a broad thematic exposure.
ICL demonstrates solid financial health with consistent revenue generation and a history of profitability. Its balance sheet appears robust, though recent net income figures show a decline from peak levels in 2022. The dividend yield offers an attractive income component.
The stock is trading below its 52-week high and shows mixed signals across technical indicators. While some oscillators suggest oversold conditions, key moving averages indicate a prevailing bearish sentiment in the short to medium term.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Food Security & Agriculture | 85 |
| Specialty Chemicals & Industrial Applications | 70 |
| Sustainability & ESG | 65 |
| Market Dynamics | 75 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 45 |
| Profitability | 60 |
| Growth | 30 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 70 |
| Cash Flow | 75 |
| Dividends | 70 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 30 |
| Momentum | 50 |
| Volume Confirmation | 50 |
| Support & Resistance | 60 |
| Oscillators | 70 |
Positive EPS Surprises
ICL Group Ltd (ICL) has consistently exceeded earnings per share (EPS) estimates in several recent quarters, indicating strong operational execution and efficient management.
Attractive P/E Ratio
The Price-to-Earnings (P/E) TTM ratio of 22.06 is reasonable for a company in the specialty minerals and chemicals sector, suggesting potential value.
High P/E for TTM
The trailing Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 32.6 in the TTM summary is high compared to the annual P/E of 15.7 for 2024, potentially indicating a premium valuation based on past performance.
Declining Net Margin
Net profit margin has decreased from 21.6% in 2022 to 5.9% in 2024, indicating potential pressure on profitability due to rising costs or competitive factors.
June 2025
4
Ex-Dividend Date
June 2025
18
Next Dividend Date
August 2025
6
Next Earnings Date
H: $0.09
A: $0.08
L: $0.08
ICL Group Ltd, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a specialty minerals and chemicals company worldwide. It operates in four segments: Industrial Products, Potash, Phosphate Solutions, and Growing Solutions. The Industrial Products segment produces bromine out of a solution that is a by-product of the potash production process, as well as bromine-based compounds; sells various grades of potash, salt, magnesium chloride, and magnesia products; and produces and markets phosphorous-based flame retardants and other phosphorus-based products. The Potash segment produces and sells potash, salt, magnesium, electricity, and magnesium alloys; and related by-products, including chlorine and sylvinite. The Phosphate segment uses phosphate commodity products to produce specialty products; sells phosphate-based fertilizers, as well as sulphuric and green phosphoric acid, and phosphate fertilizers; and offers phosphate salts and acids. It also develops and produces functional food ingredients and phosphate additives. The Growing Solutions segment develops, manufactures, markets, and sells fertilizers based primarily on nitrogen, potash, and phosphate, including water-soluble specialty, liquid, soluble, and controlled-release fertilizers, as well as secondary nutrients, bio-stimulants, soil conditioners, seed treatment products, and adjuvants. The company also offers digital platforms and technological solutions for farmers and agronomists. It serves pharmaceutical, food, oil and gas, de-icing, building and construction, oral care, paints and coatings, water treatment, electronics, automotive, agriculture, textiles, tire manufacturing, and healthcare industries, as well as power plants and battery producers. It sells its products through marketing companies, agents, and distributors. The company was formerly known as Israel Chemicals Ltd. and changed its name to ICL Group Ltd in May 2020. The company was incorporated in 1968 and is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.
6.74 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for ICL have a max estimate of 7.00 and a min estimate of 6.20.