Core Viewpoint - Mosaic's quarterly earnings of $0.45 per share missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.53 per share, representing a year-over-year decline from $0.71 per share [1] - The company reported revenues of $2.82 billion for the quarter, falling short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.87% and down from $3.15 billion a year ago [2] Financial Performance - The earnings surprise for the recent quarter was -15.09%, and the company has only surpassed consensus EPS estimates once in the last four quarters [1][2] - The previous quarter's earnings were also below expectations, with actual earnings of $0.34 per share compared to an expected $0.58, resulting in a surprise of -41.38% [1] Market Position - Mosaic shares have increased by approximately 2.6% since the beginning of the year, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 1.3% [3] - The current Zacks Rank for Mosaic is 3 (Hold), indicating that the stock is expected to perform in line with the market in the near future [6] Future Outlook - The consensus EPS estimate for the upcoming quarter is $0.42 on revenues of $2.69 billion, while the estimate for the current fiscal year is $2.20 on revenues of $11.53 billion [7] - The outlook for the Fertilizers industry is relatively strong, with the industry currently ranked in the top 26% of over 250 Zacks industries, suggesting potential for outperformance [8]

Exhibit 99.2 The Mosaic Company Selected Calendar Quarter Financial Information (Unaudited) | | Q1 2023 | | | Q2 2023 | | Q3 2023 | | Q4 2023 | | Q1 2024 | | Q2 2024 | | Q3 2024 | | Q4 2024 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Consolidated data (in millions, except per share) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Diluted net earnings (loss) per share (a) Notable items impact on earnings per share | $ | 1.28 0.14 | $ | 1.11 0.07 | $ | (0.01 ...

Core Viewpoint - The Mosaic Company (MOS) is expected to report its fourth-quarter 2024 results on February 27, with anticipated challenges due to weak fertilizer prices and operational disruptions from strikes and hurricanes [1][2]. Revenue Estimates - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Mosaic's fourth-quarter consolidated sales is $2,929.4 million, indicating a 7% decline from the same quarter last year [5]. Factors Affecting Performance - Operational disruptions, including delays in Canpotex shipments due to Canadian rail and port strikes, are expected to negatively impact potash volumes [6]. - The company is projected to have potash sales volumes of 2.317 million tons and phosphate sales volumes of 1.701 million tons for the fourth quarter [7]. - Softer fertilizer prices have adversely affected sales and margins, with prices for phosphate and potash declining since mid-2022 due to the Russia-Ukraine war and sanctions on Belarus [9]. Earnings Prediction - The Earnings ESP for MOS is -1.89%, with the consensus estimate for earnings at 53 cents for the fourth quarter [11]. - The current Zacks Rank for MOS is 3 (Hold), indicating that the model does not predict an earnings beat for this quarter [10][11]. Stock Performance - Mosaic's shares have decreased by 19.9% over the past year, contrasting with a 3.9% decline in the Zacks Fertilizers industry [3].

Core Viewpoint - Analysts forecast that Mosaic (MOS) will report quarterly earnings of $0.53 per share, reflecting a year-over-year decline of 25.4%, with anticipated revenues of $2.93 billion, a decline of 7% compared to the previous year [1]. Earnings Estimates - The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised upward by 12.2% over the past 30 days, indicating a collective reassessment by analysts [2]. - Changes in earnings estimates are crucial for predicting investor reactions, as empirical studies show a strong relationship between earnings estimate revisions and short-term stock performance [3]. Revenue and Sales Forecasts - Analysts estimate 'Net sales- Phosphates' will reach $1.20 billion, a year-over-year increase of 12% [5]. - 'Net sales- Mosaic Fertilizantes' is forecasted at $1.17 billion, indicating a slight decline of 1.6% from the prior year [5]. - The average prediction for 'Net sales- Potash' is $551.75 million, reflecting a significant decline of 27.2% compared to the previous year [5]. Price and Cost Estimates - The consensus estimate for 'Potash - Average finished product selling price (destination)' is $242.70, down from $294 a year ago [6]. - 'Phosphates - Sales volumes - Total Finished Product' is projected to reach 1,647.52 KTon, an increase from 1,582 KTon reported in the same quarter last year [6]. - 'Potash - Sales volumes - Total Finished Product' is expected to be 2,286.80 KTon, down from 2,577 KTon a year ago [7]. - 'Phosphates - Realized costs - Blended rock' is expected to be $83.00 per Ton, up from $77 per Ton in the previous year [8]. Additional Metrics - 'Mosaic Fertilizantes - Average finished product selling price (destination)' is estimated at $552.56, slightly up from $552 a year ago [9]. - 'Phosphates - Average finished product selling price (destination)' is projected to reach $680.87, compared to $658 in the same quarter last year [10]. Stock Performance - Over the past month, shares of Mosaic have returned -8.7%, contrasting with the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -0.5% change, indicating a potential alignment with overall market performance [11].

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The Mosaic Company’s (MOS) stock looks promising at the moment. MOS benefits from healthy demand for phosphate and potash and actions to improve its cost structure. Rising earnings estimates and cheap valuation are other positives. MOS stock has rallied roughly 12% over the past month.  We are positive on the company’s prospects and believe that the time is right for you to add the stock to the portfolio as it is poised to carry the momentum ahead.Let's see what makes MOS stock an attractive investment opti ...

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The Mosaic Company (MOS) agreed to sell its phosphate asset located in Patos de Minas, Brazil to Fosfatados Centro. The transaction will transfer the responsibility for the Patos de Minas mine and tailings dams to Fosfatados with MOS receiving a payment of $125 million in cash over six years. This is in-line with Mosaic’s strategy to divest its non-core assets and reinvest the capital in high-returning areas. Management of MOS believes the full value of the Patos asset will be realized only in the hands of ...

The Mosaic Company (MOS) benefits from healthy demand for phosphate and potash and actions to improve its cost structure amid headwinds from weaker fertilizer prices.MOS’ shares are down 26.1% in a year compared with the Zacks Fertilizers industry’s 8.8% decline.Image Source: Zacks Investment ResearchLet’s find out why MOS stock is worth retaining at the moment.Mosaic Gains on Healthy Demand & Cost ActionsMosaic is gaining from the strong demand for phosphate and potash, aided by favorable agricultural cond ...