FMC Falls 34% to Lowest Level Since 2016 After Disappointing Earnings Report

Core Insights - FMC Corp. shares fell to their lowest level in nearly nine years following disappointing fourth-quarter results and a weak outlook for 2025 [1][4][5] Financial Performance - The company reported fourth-quarter revenue of $1.22 billion, an increase from$1.15 billion year-over-year, but below the expected $1.31 billion [2] - Adjusted profit for the quarter was$224.6 million, or $1.79 per share, surpassing the projected$200.49 million and $1.60 per share [2] Future Guidance - For 2025, FMC projects revenue between$4.15 billion and $4.35 billion and adjusted EPS between$3.26 and $3.70, indicating minimal improvement from the previous year and falling short of analyst expectations [3] Management Commentary - CEO Pierre Brondeau stated that while there was a good increase in volume, growth was below expectations due to customers holding significantly less inventory than historically typical [4][5]