Operating EBITDA

FY 2025

no prior guidance

$3.75 billion to $3.85 billion, 13% growth at midpoint " "

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Operating EBITDA Margin

FY 2025

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Expected to expand by approximately 150 basis points, reaching the upper end of the prior range " "

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Operating EPS

FY 2025

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Raised to a range of $3.00 to $3.20 per share, 21% growth at midpoint "

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Free Cash Flow

FY 2025

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Increased to approximately $1.9 billion, with a cash conversion rate of about 50% "

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Share Repurchases

FY 2025

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On track for $1 billion of share repurchases "

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Dividend Growth

FY 2025

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Nearly 6% increase in the annual dividend "

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R&D Investment

FY 2025

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On track to reach 8% of sales "

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Net Cost Improvement

FY 2025

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Full-year target raised to $450 million, up from the previous target of $400 million " "

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Crop Protection Margin and Pricing Dynamics

Previous calls (Q1 2025, Q4 2024, Q3 2024) described strong margin expansion driven by cost reductions, productivity improvements and a differentiated product portfolio while noting low- to mid-single-digit pricing declines, especially in Brazil. " " " " " " " " " "

In Q2 2025, the Crop Protection business reported over 350 basis points of margin expansion, supported by new product launches (e.g., Havisa, Reclamel) and moderated global pricing declines with some persistent pressure in Brazil. " " " " "

Margins and pricing trends remain a consistent focus. There is an improvement in margin expansion supported by new launches and cost reductions, although pricing pressures in competitive regions like Brazil continue. " " " " "

Seed Business Innovation and Regional Vulnerabilities

Across Q1 2025, Q4 2024, and Q3 2024, the emphasis was on a robust seed pipeline with hundreds of new hybrids, a shift toward outlicensing technology, and market share gains. Regional challenges in Latin America (particularly Argentina and competitive dynamics in Brazil) were also noted. " " " " " " " " " " " "

Q2 2025 highlights focused on the strength of proprietary products like VorSeed and PowerCore contributing to mix improvement and robust order positions in Brazil, while still flagging issues such as delayed sales and portfolio gaps in Argentina. " "

Innovation remains a priority. The company continues to drive its pipeline and outlicensing while regional vulnerabilities persist, with improved sentiment in Brazil but ongoing issues in Argentina. " "

Currency and Tariff Risks

Previously (Q1 2025, Q4 2024, Q3 2024), currency headwinds from the Turkish lira, Canadian dollar, and Brazilian real were consistently noted along with tariff impacts estimated at around $50 million in some calls, though hedging practices and multisourcing were emphasized. " " " " " " " "

In Q2 2025, currency headwinds were reported at $150 million for the first half, primarily from the Turkish lira and Canadian dollar, with ongoing concerns from the Brazilian real; tariff risks were managed through proactive multisourcing and are described as having minimal overall impact. " " "

Currency challenges are persistent, but tariff impacts are well managed. The sentiment remains cautious regarding currency headwinds while tariff risks are controlled through supply chain strategies. " " "

Operational Efficiency and Cost Reduction Initiatives

Q1 2025, Q4 2024, and Q3 2024 sessions detailed significant cost savings through productivity improvements, raw material deflation, asset restructuring, and controllable benefits – with targets around $400 million and tangible savings already delivered. " " " " " " " " " " " "

In Q2 2025, the company exceeded its net cost improvement target with $450 million in cost savings, reporting over 200 bps of operating EBITDA margin expansion and notable productivity benefits across both Seed and Crop Protection segments. " " " "

Cost efficiency efforts are accelerating. Operational improvements and cost reduction initiatives are showing enhanced performance in Q2 2025 compared to previous periods. " " " "

New Product Pipeline and Technological Advancements

Earlier calls (Q1 2025, Q4 2024, Q3 2024) stressed a strong new product pipeline, including hundreds of new seed hybrids and technological enhancements in both seeds and crop protection, along with growth in biologicals and differentiated product offerings. " " " " " " " " " "

Q2 2025 emphasized new crop protection launches such as Havisa (a major soybean rust product) and Reclamel, as well as continued momentum in biologicals that are expected to grow their market share and margins. "

The robust pipeline continues to drive innovation. There is a sustained focus on differentiated technology with strategic product launches, reinforcing the company’s competitive edge. "

Accelerated Royalty Neutrality and Outlicensing Strategies

In previous periods (Q1 2025, Q4 2024, Q3 2024), the narrative centered on shifting from a net importer to an outlicensor of technology with notable royalty expense reductions, reported improvements in royalty neutrality, and a global licensing opportunity estimated around $4 billion. " " " " " " " "

Q2 2025 accelerated its target for royalty neutrality to 2028 and reiterated a significant $4 billion licensing opportunity, reinforcing the outlicensing strategy as a key growth lever. " "

The focus on royalty neutrality and outlicensing is intensifying. The timeline has been accelerated and outlicensing opportunities continue to expand, indicating a strong strategic shift. " "

Global Expansion and Market Positioning

Previous discussions (Q1 2025, Q4 2024, and implicitly in Q3 2024) mentioned strategic positioning in key markets, notably strong technology adoption and market share gains in Brazil, the U.S. corn seed market through outlicensing, and plans to expand in APAC and other regions. " " " " " " " " " "

In Q2 2025, while there is no explicit standalone discussion on global expansion, regional insights, particularly robust order positioning in Brazil and positive performance in Latin America, hint at continued effective market positioning. " "

Global positioning continues though less explicitly discussed. The regional strengths, especially in Latin America, reinforce market positioning even as detailed global expansion themes are not highlighted in Q2 2025. " "

Diverging Sentiment and Future Guidance Uncertainty

Previous calls (Q1 2025 and Q3 2024) included discussions of mixed agricultural fundamentals, regional divergence (e.g., U.S. versus Brazil), uncertainties from tariffs, currency fluctuations, and evolving crop protection dynamics that translated into cautious future guidance. " " " " "

In Q2 2025, there is no explicit mention of diverging sentiment or future guidance uncertainty; the focus shifts toward delivering improved results and raising full-year guidance, suggesting a more positive outlook despite underlying market risks. " "

The emphasis on uncertainty has lessened in Q2 2025. While previous periods noted significant mixed sentiment and guidance risks, the current period reflects a more positive tone with raised guidance, though some risks remain beneath the surface. " "