Bunge Global (BG) Stock Analysis
This is a peer-relative look at Bunge Global (BG): its performance, risk, profitability, growth, financial strength, dividend, and valuation are each measured against its Food, Beverage & Tobacco peers, so every number reads in context rather than in isolation.
Company Profile
| Profile Item | BG |
|---|---|
| Name | Bunge Global SA |
| Country/Region | United States |
| GICS Sector | Consumer Staples |
| GICS Industry Group | Food, Beverage & Tobacco |
| GICS Industry | Food Products |
| GICS Sub-Industry | Agricultural Products & Services |
| Market Capitalization | 19.04 billion USD |
| Currency | USD |
| Exchange | NYSE |
| Listing Date | August 2, 2001 |
| Security Type | Common Stock |
Price Performance
Cumulative Growth
Trailing Returns
Calendar-Year Returns
Performance Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: BG | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| Total Return (1Y) | 10.44% | 9.07% |
| Total Return (3Y, Annualized) | 2.33% | 2.06% |
| Total Return (5Y, Annualized) | 4.66% | 1.14% |
Risk Profile
Drawdown History
Return Distribution
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: BG | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility (1Y, Annualized) | 30.10% | 32.65% |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.67 | 0.43 |
| Max Drawdown (5Y) | -41.49% | -51.71% |
Risk-Adjusted Performance
Risk-Return Positioning
Risk-Adjusted Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: BG | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| Sharpe Ratio (1Y) | 0.20 | 0.14 |
| Sortino Ratio (1Y) | 0.29 | 0.20 |
Profitability
ROE (TTM)
Bunge Global (BG) posts ROE of 6.92%, roughly around the peer group’s normal range. Shareholders’ equity is producing a return that looks broadly typical for the industry.
BG
Food, Beverage & Tobacco industry group
6.92%
Group distribution
- Max
- 32.02%
- Q3
- 16.61%
- Median
- 10.05%
- BG
- 6.92%
- Q1
- 4.10%
- Min
- -10.50%
Largest peers
- PEP
- 52.19%
- KO
- 40.59%
- BTI
- 13.42%
- BG
- 6.92%
- PM
- --
- BUD
- --
- MO
- --
Net Margin (TTM)
Bunge Global (BG) keeps 1.24% of revenue as net profit, in the lower peer quartile for net margin. More of each sales dollar is being absorbed by costs, financing, taxes, or other charges than at most peers.
BG
Food, Beverage & Tobacco industry group
1.24%
Group distribution
- Max
- 24.83%
- Q3
- 11.22%
- Median
- 5.94%
- Q1
- 2.05%
- BG
- 1.24%
- Min
- -11.49%
Largest peers
- MO
- 39.33%
- KO
- 28.65%
- BTI
- 24.99%
- PM
- 24.83%
- BUD
- 15.42%
- PEP
- 11.09%
- BG
- 1.24%
Operating Margin (TTM)
Bunge Global (BG) turns 3.46% of revenue into operating profit, in the lower peer quartile for operating margin. Operating costs are taking a larger share of sales than they do at most peers.
BG
Food, Beverage & Tobacco industry group
3.46%
Group distribution
- Max
- 34.91%
- Q3
- 17.57%
- Median
- 11.06%
- Q1
- 4.15%
- BG
- 3.46%
- Min
- -15.06%
Largest peers
- MO
- 61.48%
- PM
- 41.94%
- BTI
- 34.91%
- KO
- 33.36%
- BUD
- 27.48%
- PEP
- 16.88%
- BG
- 3.46%
Profitability Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: BG | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| ROE (TTM) | 6.92% | 10.05% |
| ROA (TTM) | 3.26% | 5.25% |
| Net Margin (TTM) | 1.24% | 5.94% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 3.46% | 11.06% |
| Gross Margin (TTM) | 5.21% | 34.26% |
Growth
Revenue Growth
Bunge Global (BG) grew revenue 32.43%, above the industry benchmark range. Demand is expanding faster than at any typical peer, though growth that far ahead of the group is worth checking for acquisitions or other one-off contributions.
EPS Growth
Bunge Global (BG) grew earnings per share -47.20%, roughly around the peer group's normal range. Bottom-line momentum looks broadly typical for the industry.
Growth Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: BG | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue Growth (YoY) | 32.43% | 2.38% |
| Revenue Growth (3Y CAGR) | 1.51% | 2.51% |
| EPS Growth (YoY) | -47.20% | -2.47% |
| EPS Growth (3Y CAGR) | -26.23% | 4.29% |
Financial Strength
Current Ratio (MRQ)
Bunge Global (BG) has current ratio of 1.50, in the healthier middle range for its industry. The short-term asset cushion looks balanced relative to peers rather than stretched thin.
BG
Food, Beverage & Tobacco industry group
1.50
Group distribution
- Max
- 4.01
- Q3
- 2.35
- Median
- 1.53
- BG
- 1.50
- Q1
- 1.02
- Min
- 0.33
Largest peers
- BG
- 1.50
- KO
- 1.38
- PM
- 1.02
- PEP
- 0.94
- BTI
- 0.84
- MO
- 0.58
- BUD
- --
Debt / Equity (MRQ)
Bunge Global (BG) has debt-to-equity ratio of 1.05, roughly in line with the peer group’s normal leverage range. Its mix of debt and equity looks typical for the industry.
BG
Food, Beverage & Tobacco industry group
1.05
Group distribution
- Max
- 2.19
- Q3
- 1.11
- BG
- 1.05
- Median
- 0.68
- Q1
- 0.33
- Min
- 0.00
Largest peers
- PEP
- 2.31
- KO
- 1.07
- BG
- 1.05
- BTI
- 0.72
- BUD
- 0.72
- PM
- --
- MO
- --
Financial Strength Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: BG | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio (MRQ) | 1.50 | 1.53 |
| Debt / Equity (MRQ) | 1.05 | 0.68 |
| Net Debt / EBITDA | 5.14 | 2.57 |
Dividends
Dividend Yield (TTM)
Bunge Global (BG) has dividend yield of 2.90%, in the industry’s normal income range. It provides a meaningful dividend without the red flag of an unusually high headline yield.
BG
Food, Beverage & Tobacco industry group
2.90%
Group distribution
- Max
- 9.38%
- Q3
- 3.77%
- BG
- 2.90%
- Median
- 1.76%
- Q1
- 0.00%
- Min
- 0.00%
Largest peers
- MO
- 5.53%
- PEP
- 4.07%
- BTI
- 3.88%
- PM
- 2.98%
- BG
- 2.90%
- KO
- 2.19%
- BUD
- 1.91%
Dividend Payout Ratio (TTM)
Bunge Global (BG) has payout ratio of 48.80%, within the industry’s typical payout band. The dividend shares profits with investors while leaving earnings coverage that looks normal for the peer group.
BG
Food, Beverage & Tobacco industry group
48.80%
Group distribution
- Max
- 199.19%
- Q3
- 81.03%
- BG
- 48.80%
- Median
- 41.52%
- Q1
- 0.00%
- Min
- 0.00%
Largest peers
- MO
- 88.45%
- PM
- 87.74%
- BTI
- 83.97%
- PEP
- 73.02%
- KO
- 61.95%
- BG
- 48.80%
- BUD
- 27.35%
Dividend Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: BG | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 2.90% | 1.76% |
| Dividend Payout Ratio (TTM) | 48.80% | 41.52% |
Valuation
P/E Ratio (TTM)
Bunge Global (BG) trades at P/E ratio of 17.03, near the industry’s usual earnings multiple. The stock is not showing a clear peer discount or premium on trailing earnings.
BG
Food, Beverage & Tobacco industry group
17.03
Group distribution
- Max
- 52.52
- Q3
- 30.78
- Median
- 18.76
- BG
- 17.03
- Q1
- 12.77
- Min
- 4.72
Largest peers
- PM
- 28.89
- KO
- 28.22
- PEP
- 17.78
- BUD
- 17.07
- BG
- 17.03
- MO
- 15.69
- BTI
- 15.61
P/S Ratio (TTM)
Bunge Global (BG) trades at 0.20 on P/S ratio, in the lower sales-valuation quartile for its industry. That points to a cheaper revenue stream than most peers, with margin quality still doing the heavy lifting.
BG
Food, Beverage & Tobacco industry group
0.20
Group distribution
- Max
- 4.64
- Q3
- 2.27
- Median
- 1.17
- Q1
- 0.52
- BG
- 0.20
- Min
- 0.00
Largest peers
- KO
- 8.06
- PM
- 7.15
- MO
- 6.14
- BTI
- 5.08
- BUD
- 2.58
- PEP
- 1.96
- BG
- 0.20
P/B Ratio (MRQ)
Bunge Global (BG) trades at 1.17 on P/B ratio, roughly in line with the industry’s normal price-to-book range. Its balance sheet is not being priced at a clear discount or premium versus peers.
BG
Food, Beverage & Tobacco industry group
1.17
Group distribution
- Max
- 6.35
- Q3
- 3.07
- Median
- 1.58
- BG
- 1.17
- Q1
- 0.82
- Min
- 0.00
Largest peers
- KO
- 11.01
- BUD
- 10.60
- BTI
- 10.59
- PEP
- 8.65
- BG
- 1.17
- PM
- -38.86
- MO
- -56.93
Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: BG | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 17.03 | 18.76 |
| P/S Ratio (TTM) | 0.20 | 1.17 |
| P/B Ratio (MRQ) | 1.17 | 1.58 |
| Free Cash Flow Yield (TTM) | -15.84% | 4.66% |