Is ICL Group Ltd (ICL) One of the Best Fertilizer Stocks to Invest In?

ICL Group Ltd (NYSE:ICL) is one of the best fertilizer stocks to invest in. On December 18, ICL Group Ltd (NYSE:ICL) expanded its footprint into the global food ingredient segment with the acquisition of Bartek Ingredients. With the acquisition, the company gains access to a worldwide leader in food-grade malic and fumaric acid. The first phase of the acquisition will close in the first quarter of 2026 and involves a cash investment of about $90 million.

Bartek distributes products to more than 40 countries while operating the only vertically integrated maleic anhydride and food-grade malic and fumaric acid production facilities in North America. Its business generates $65 million in annual revenue.

The acquisition positions ICL for further growth, leveraging its existing global food presence to expand into other food ingredient segments.

“This acquisition also advances our recently refined strategy, which focuses on the significant growth engines of specialty crop nutrition and specialty food solutions – two areas where we already have deep experience and broad exposure. We will continue to seek additional non-organic growth opportunities in these markets, driven by a commitment to creating long-term value and sustainable growth for our shareholders,” said Elad Aharonson, president and CEO of ICL.

Meanwhile, on December 9, analysts at Barclays reiterated their Hold rating and set a price target of $6.

ICL Group Ltd (NYSE:ICL) is a global specialty minerals and chemical company. It focuses on potash and phosphate-based fertilizers while also operating in food and industrial products. The company offers standard, specialty, and controlled-release fertilizers, making it a key player in agriculture.

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