ICL

ICL Group Ltd

Fundamental data last updated:October 31, 2026

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company profile

SECTOR

Basic Materials

industry

Agricultural Inputs

Exchange

NYSE

County of HQ

IL

Next Earnings Date

Pending Announcement

Business Summary

ICL Group Ltd, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a specialty minerals and chemicals company worldwide. It operates in four segments: Industrial Products, Potash, Phosphate Solutions, and Innovative Ag Solutions (IAS). The Industrial Products segment produces bromine out of a solution that is a by-product of the potash production process, as well as bromine-based compounds; produces various grades of potash, salt, magnesium chloride, and magnesia products; and produces and markets phosphorous-based flame retardants and other phosphorus-based products. The Potash segment extracts potash from the Dead Sea; mines and produces potash and salt; produces Polysulphate; produces, markets, and sells magnesium and magnesium alloys, as well as related by-products, including chlorine and sylvinite; and sells salt. The Phosphate Solutions segment uses phosphate commodity products to produce specialty products; produces and markets phosphate-based fertilizers, as well as sulphuric acid, green phosphoric acid, and phosphate fertilizers; and manufactures thermal phosphoric acid for various industrial end markets, such as oral care, cleaning products, paints and coatings, water treatment, asphalt modification, construction, and metal treatment. It also develops and produces functional food ingredients and phosphate additives for use in the processed meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, beverage, and baked goods markets; and produces milk and whey proteins for the food ingredients industry. The IAS segment develops, manufactures, markets, and sells fertilizers based primarily on nitrogen, potash, and phosphate, including water soluble specialty, liquid, soluble, and controlled-release fertilizers. It sells its products through marketing companies, agents, and distributors. The company was formerly known as Israel Chemicals Ltd. and changed its name to ICL Group Ltd in May 2020. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.

 


VALUATION

P/E

32.74

Market Cap ($M USD)

$8.57B

Forward P/E

14.05

PEG

0.11

PRICE TO SALES

1.15

PRICE TO BOOK

1.40

EV / EBITDA

8.34

5-Year Average P/E

Free Cash Flow Yield

3.11%

DCF Value

$6.23

Graham Number

$4.64

Price to FCF

32.18

EV to FCF

42.58

Earnings Yield

3.07%

FCF Yield

3.11%

DIVIDEND

Yield

0.03%

Annual Payout

$0.00

Payout Ratio

91.13%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

$0.20

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$0.47

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

$8.23B

Return on Equity (ROE)

4.32%

FREE CASH FLOW

Operating Margin

10.15%

Debt-to-Equity

0.46

Piotroski F-Score

4

Altman Z-Score

2.26

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

7.66%

Current Ratio

1.38

Quick Ratio

0.80

Net Debt to EBITDA

2.04

Interest Coverage

2.53

Gross Profit margin

30.40%

FCF PER SHARE

$0.21

REVENUE PER SHARE

$5.75

Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

ICL Group Ltd’s valuation presents a mixed picture. The stock has traded slightly above its DCF value, suggesting a potential overvaluation. However, the Forward P/E of 14.05 indicates a more reasonable future outlook. The Altman Z-score of 2.27 suggests moderate financial health, while the earnings yield of 2.72% raises questions about its immediate profitability. Overall, the market seems to be pricing in significant growth expectations, but the current fundamentals don’t fully support this optimism.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

Operating within the Agricultural Inputs industry, ICL is positioned to leverage AI for optimizing supply chains and enhancing crop yield predictions. However, the sector's traditional nature may slow tech adoption. The company's ability to integrate modern technologies will be crucial for maintaining competitiveness.

The Bull Case

For the value-driven investor, ICL offers intriguing prospects. With a robust ROIC of 7.57%, the company demonstrates efficient capital allocation. The Piotroski F-Score of 5 indicates moderate financial strength, while a solid operating margin of 9.83% underscores its pricing power. These metrics suggest that ICL can generate consistent returns, making it an attractive option for those seeking growth at a reasonable price.

The Bear Case

Despite some strengths, ICL faces notable challenges. The Price to FCF ratio of 42.69 and EV to FCF of 55.34 highlight its cash flow struggles. The payout ratio exceeding 100% is unsustainable, raising red flags about dividend reliability. Additionally, trading near its 52-week high suggests potential overextension, making it vulnerable to market corrections.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

Analyst Consensus

Hold

Average Analyst Price Target

$6.43

Institutional Ownership %

1-Year Beta

0.88

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

Distance to 52-Week High

10.69%

Distance to 52-Week Low

28.31%

EARNINGS SURPRISE %

10.00%

50-DAY SMA

$5.68

200-DAY SMA

$5.73

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