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Adecoagro to Acquire Nutrien’s Stake in Profertil for $600 Million

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Adecoagro to Acquire Nutrien’s Stake in Profertil for $600 Million

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Adecoagro SA ( (AGRO) ) has provided an update.

On September 8, 2025, Adecoagro S.A. announced its agreement to acquire Nutrien Ltd.’s 50% stake in Profertil S.A., South America’s largest granular urea producer. This acquisition, executed through a partnership with Asociación de Cooperativas Argentinas, is valued at approximately $600 million and is expected to close by the end of 2025. The transaction is seen as a strategic move to diversify Adecoagro’s operations and reduce volatility, aligning with its philosophy of being a low-cost producer. Profertil, known for its cost-efficient production and strategic location in Argentina, supplies 60% of the country’s urea consumption and has consistently generated strong financial performance. The acquisition is anticipated to enhance Adecoagro’s agro-industrial platform and strengthen its market position.

The most recent analyst rating on (AGRO) stock is a Hold with a $8.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Adecoagro SA stock, see the AGRO Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on AGRO Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, AGRO is a Neutral.

Adecoagro SA’s overall stock score reflects a stable but challenged financial performance, with significant concerns about revenue growth and cash flow generation. Technical indicators suggest a lack of upward momentum, and the valuation appears high relative to peers. The earnings call highlighted both innovative initiatives and significant operational challenges, particularly in the Sugar, Ethanol, and Energy segment.

To see Spark’s full report on AGRO stock, click here.

More about Adecoagro SA

Adecoagro is a leading sustainable production company in South America, operating across Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay. The company owns 210.4 thousand hectares of farmland and several industrial facilities, producing over 3.1 million tons of agricultural products and more than 1 million MWh of renewable electricity.

Average Trading Volume: 467,315

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: $827.9M

For an in-depth examination of AGRO stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.

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