Asset Management One Co. Ltd. Acquires 647 Shares of CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CF)

February 19, 2025 02:44 AM PST | By Team Kalkine Media

Asset Management One Co. Ltd. Acquires 647 Shares of CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CF) — Image source: Shutterstock

Institutional Investments

Asset Management One Co. Ltd., an institutional investor, increased its stake in CF Industries Holdings, Inc. by acquiring an additional 647 shares in the fourth quarter, bringing their total to 69,410 shares valued at $5,882,000. Their involvement is part of a broader trend among institutional investors who have been active in the company's stock movements. Other notable transactions included Heck Capital Advisors LLC and Brooklyn Investment Group initiating new stakes in CF Industries during the third and fourth quarters, respectively. Collectively, these institutional entities, including Arlington Trust Co LLC, Catalyst Capital Advisors LLC, and Versant Capital Management Inc, have contributed to the 93.06% institutional ownership observed at the end of the quarter.

Insider Trading Activities

Significant insider trading activities have occurred within CF Industries, with Executive Vice President Susan L. Menzel selling 1,500 shares at an average price of $95.00. This transaction resulted in a decrease of her stock ownership by 1.57%, leaving her with 93,986 shares. Furthermore, Vice President Ashraf K. Malik disposed of 7,000 shares at an average price of $90.78, reducing his holdings by 23.96% to a total of 22,211 shares. Collectively, company insiders have traded a total of 22,389 shares, valued at approximately $2,091,425 over the last 90 days.

Stock Performance and Market Metrics

As of the most recent market close, CF Industries' stock opened at $83.21. The company boasts a market capitalization of $14.48 billion, with financial ratios indicating a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.38, a current ratio of 2.81, and a quick ratio of 2.52. CF Industries has achieved a 1-year low of $69.13 and a high of $98.25. The company's price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio currently stands at 13.17, the price/earnings-to-growth (P/E/G) ratio is 0.39, and it has a beta of 0.98. The firm’s 50-day moving average is reported at $88.46, whereas the 200-day moving average is $85.51.

Dividend Announcement

CF Industries has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.50 per share, payable on February 28th to shareholders of record as of February 14th. This equates to a $2.00 annualized dividend, offering a yield of 2.40%. The dividend payout ratio stands at 31.65%.

Analysts' Perspectives

Analysts have varied assessments of CF Industries. Recent reports have seen Scotiabank assigning a “sector underperform” rating with a price objective of $88.00, while Royal Bank of Canada offered a “sector perform” rating and a price target of $100.00. Piper Sandler increased their price target to $115.00, issuing an “overweight” rating. In contrast, UBS Group presented a “neutral” rating with a $92.00 price target. The current average analyst rating for CF Industries is “Hold,” with a consensus price target of $92.43.

CF Industries Holdings, Inc. continues to be a significant player in the basic materials sector, engaging in the production and sale of hydrogen and nitrogen products across various geographic markets. The company caters to industries ranging from fertilizer and energy to emissions abatement.

Data provided is for informational purposes and reflects the latest available details on institutional and insider activities at CF Industries Holdings, Inc. It is important for individuals to consider diverse sources and conduct comprehensive research when analyzing business decisions related to the stock market.

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