Corteva 8-K
PositiveEarningsGuidance raisedRestructuring
Seed demand and productivity actions drive raised FY2026 guidance; Vylor spin-off remains on track.
Filed 2026-07-30 16:44 ET
- 2.02 Results of Operations
- 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Summary
Q2 2026 results with raised FY2026 guidance. First-half sales and operating results improved, driven by Seed demand and execution; Corteva raised its full-year outlook. The planned separation remains on track for 10/01/2026.
Key Figures
| Metric | Q2 2026 | Q2 2025 | Y/Y |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net sales | $6.38B | $6.46B | (1)% |
| Organic sales, non-GAAP | $6.32B | — | (2)% |
| Income from continuing operations after tax | $1.22B | $1.38B | (12)% |
| Operating EBITDA, non-GAAP | $2.26B | $2.16B | 4% |
| Diluted EPS from continuing operations | $1.81 | $2.02 | (10)% |
| Operating EPS, non-GAAP | $2.30 | $2.20 | 5% |
- 1H 2026 net sales were $11.28B (+4% Y/Y), income from continuing operations after tax was $1.94B ((5)%), and diluted EPS from continuing operations was $2.88 ((3)%). Operating EBITDA was $3.70B (+10%) and operating EPS was $3.80 (+14%). Seed demand, pricing and licensing growth supported results; Crop Protection’s new-product demand and cost actions helped offset pricing pressure.
- 1H operating cash flow was $(3.36)B vs $(1.16)B; net income was $1.89B vs $1.97B. Corteva repurchased $500M of stock vs $520M; shares issued fell to 667.0M from 679.9M Y/Y. Cash was $2.37B at 6/30/2026.
- Expected 2026 net pre-tax restructuring charges: $140M-$150M for Crop Protection network optimization, with activities expected to be substantially complete in 2028. The FY2026 outlook includes a $25M separation-related headwind.
Guidance
| Metric | Period | Guidance | Prior | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating EBITDA, non-GAAP | FY2026 | $4.1B-$4.3B; 9% growth at midpoint | — | Raised |
| Operating EPS, non-GAAP | FY2026 | $3.60-$3.80; 11% growth at midpoint | — | Raised |
Investor Takeaways
- Track delivery against FY2026 operating EBITDA and operating EPS ranges; Corteva cited strong first-half execution and productivity actions behind the increase.
- Watch for completion of the planned separation, including the targeted 10/01/2026 Vylor spin-off.
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