Operating Margin - PhosAgro PAO (MOEX:PHOR)

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Price: 6 450 RUB

Market Cap: 835.3B RUB

30%

Current

33%

Average

5.9%

Industry

Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.

Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.

Operating Margin

30%

Operating Profit

169.3B

Revenue

564.7B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country	Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
RU	PhosAgro PAO MOEX:PHOR	835.3B RUB	30%
US	Corteva Inc NYSE:CTVA	44.6B USD	15%
CA	Nutrien Ltd TSX:NTR	41.2B CAD	13%
CN	Qinghai Salt Lake Industry Co Ltd SZSE:000792	132.4B CNY	44%
CL	Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA NYSE:SQM	18.6B USD	21%
CN	Zangge Mining Co Ltd SZSE:000408	114.1B CNY	38%
SA	SABIC Agri-Nutrients Company SJSC SAU:2020	53.8B SAR	31%
US	CF Industries Holdings Inc NYSE:CF	12.4B USD	31%
NO	Yara International ASA OSE:YAR	102.8B NOK	9%
CN	Shandong Hualu-Hengsheng Chemical Co Ltd SSE:600426	59.8B CNY	14%
US	Mosaic Co NYSE:MOS	7.7B USD	9%

PhosAgro PAO
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Market Cap

835.3B RUB

Industry

Chemicals

PhosAgro PAO, a titan of the Russian chemical industry, has carved out a significant niche in the global market with its focus on producing and distributing high-grade phosphate-based fertilizers. The company traces its roots back to the Soviet era, drawing on decades of expertise in mineral processing, which has been instrumental in establishing its reputation for quality and efficiency. PhosAgro owns and operates extensive mining and processing facilities in Russia, which allow it to control the entire production chain from the extraction of phosphate rock to the manufacture of a wide array of fertilizers. This vertical integration not only ensures cost efficiencies but also enhances the purity of its products—a critical selling point in an industry where the quality and safety of agricultural chemicals are paramount. Revenue flows into PhosAgro's coffers predominantly through the sale of fertilizers to agricultural sectors worldwide, with Europe, Latin America, and Southeast Asia being its major markets. By leveraging its strategically positioned production facilities and logistics capabilities, the company can deliver products to customers promptly and reliably, even in the most competitive environments. PhosAgro also benefits from strong research and development initiatives, allowing it to innovate and adapt its offerings to the evolving needs of modern agriculture. This commitment to quality and adaptability ensures sustained demand, helping the company not just preserve but also expand its market position. Despite global fluctuations in commodity prices, PhosAgro's robust operational model and strategic foresight secure its place as a leader in its field, producing crucial fertilizers that help underpin global food security.

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PhosAgro PAO
MOEX:PHOR