Fertilizer Stocks To Watch – February 27th

On February 27th, several fertilizer stocks are attracting attention from investors. Notably, Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. – Petrobras, Union Pacific, and CSX are highlighted as key stocks to monitor. These stocks are all related to the fertilizer industry, which focuses on the storage and provision of fertilizers by producers, distributors, or agricultural businesses. This ensures a reliable supply for crop nutrition and helps stabilize market conditions against fluctuations in both demand and supply.

Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. – Petrobras (PBR)

Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. – Petrobras is primarily involved in the exploration, production, and marketing of oil and gas, both in Brazil and internationally. The company is segmented into three main operation areas: Exploration and Production, Refining, Transportation and Marketing, and Gas and Power. The Exploration and Production area is focused on finding and producing crude oil, along with natural gas and liquids for local refineries.

Recently, Petrobras shares experienced a decline of $0.93, trading at $13.40. There were approximately 37,290,160 shares exchanged, a significant increase compared to its average of 13,634,213 shares. The company’s current market cap stands at $86.32 billion, with a P/E ratio of 5.22 and a beta of 1.40. Its stock has ranged from a low of $12.55 to a high of $17.83 over the past year.

Union Pacific (UNP)

Union Pacific Corporation, through its subsidiary Union Pacific Railroad Company, operates a major railroad network in the United States. This company is integral in transporting essential goods, including grain, fertilizers, food products, coal, and more, to various agricultural and industrial users. Union Pacific plays a crucial role in the agricultural supply chain.

On the trading front, shares of Union Pacific saw a slight increase of $0.03, reaching $245.51. The company had a trading volume of 1,207,666 shares, compared to an average of 2,735,682 shares. Union Pacific has a market capitalization of $148.36 billion and operates with a P/E ratio of 22.14 and a beta of 1.06. Its stock has fluctuated between $218.55 and $258.07 over the last 52 weeks.

CSX (CSX)

CSX Corporation provides freight transportation services using rail networks. This company is involved in transporting a variety of goods, including chemicals, agricultural products, metals, and especially fertilizers. CSX is significant for its role in moving these essential materials from producers to consumers.

Recently, CSX shares increased by $0.10, standing at $32.08. The trading volume for CSX was 3,548,239 shares, below its average of 13,940,346 shares. With a market cap of $61.85 billion, the company has a P/E ratio of 17.92, and its stock has been between $31.43 and $38.61 over the past year.

Investors in the fertilizer sector should keep an eye on these companies as they play a pivotal role in ensuring agricultural productivity during changing market conditions.

Fertilizer, Stocks, Agriculture