BG

Consumer Defensive

Bunge Global S.A. · Agricultural Farm Products · $23B

UQS Score — Balanced Preset
40.3
Below Average

Bunge Global S.A. scores 40.3/100 using the Balanced preset.

UQS vs Consumer Defensive Sector
BG
40.3
Sector avg
38.4
Quality
Weak
Moat
Weak
Growth
Good
Risk
Weak
Valuation
Attractive

What is Bunge Global S.A.?

Bunge Global S.A. is a large-cap agribusiness and food company operating across global grain and oilseed supply chains. Headquartered in Chesterfield, US, it serves food manufacturers, livestock producers, and retailers worldwide.

Bunge purchases, processes, and sells agricultural commodities — primarily oilseeds and grains — while also producing refined oils, fats, wheat flours, and corn milling products. Revenue flows from commodity processing margins and value-added food ingredient sales to manufacturers, foodservice operators, and retailers across multiple continents.

Bunge was incorporated in its current form in 2001, though its roots trace back much further in global commodity trading.

  • Oilseed processing and vegetable oils
  • Refined and specialty cooking oils and fats
  • Wheat flours and corn milling products
  • Sugar and bioenergy co-products

Is BG a Good Stock to Buy?

UQS Score rates BG as Below Average overall.

Bunge's Growth pillar stands out as the clearest positive, reflecting expansion activity within a sector that benefits from steady global food demand. Valuation is rated Attractive, suggesting the market may not be fully pricing in near-term fundamentals.

Quality, Moat, and Risk all register as Weak, pointing to thin competitive differentiation, commodity-driven earnings volatility, and balance sheet considerations that warrant careful attention.

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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.

Does BG pay dividends?

Yes — Bunge Global S.A. pays a dividend.

Bunge pays a regular dividend, consistent with its position as an established large-cap in the Consumer Defensive sector. The dividend reflects the company's intent to return capital to shareholders even within a cyclical, commodity-exposed business model.

When does BG report earnings?

Bunge Global reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for US-listed equities.

Results tend to reflect commodity price cycles, processing volumes, and global agricultural supply conditions — all of which can shift meaningfully quarter to quarter. The Growth pillar suggests recent expansion trends, though margin consistency remains a challenge given commodity exposure.

For the most recent quarter's results, see Bunge Global's investor relations page.

BG Price History

+64.8% over 5Y

Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.

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What if I invested in Bunge Global S.A.?

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Based on Bunge Global S.A.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Bunge Global do?

Bunge Global is an agribusiness company that processes and sells oilseeds, grains, refined oils, and milling products. It serves food manufacturers, livestock producers, foodservice operators, and retailers across global markets.

Does BG pay dividends?

Yes, Bunge pays a regular dividend. It is a feature of the company's capital return strategy, though investors should review current payout details on Bunge's investor relations page before making decisions.

When does BG report earnings?

Bunge reports on a quarterly cadence standard for US-listed companies. For confirmed upcoming dates, check Bunge Global's official investor relations page.

Is BG a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates BG as Below Average. While Valuation is Attractive and Growth is Good, the Weak ratings across Quality, Moat, and Risk suggest meaningful headwinds. The full pillar breakdown is available to Pro members.

Is BG overvalued?

BG's Valuation pillar is rated Attractive, indicating the stock may be reasonably priced relative to its fundamentals. However, valuation alone does not offset the Weak Quality and Risk profiles identified in the UQS analysis.

What is BG's market cap bracket?

Bunge Global is classified as a large-cap company, reflecting its significant scale within the global agribusiness and food processing industry.

Is BG a long-term quality investment?

As a long-term quality indicator, BG's Below Average UQS Score — driven by Weak Moat and Risk ratings — suggests limited structural advantages. The Attractive Valuation and Good Growth pillar may interest some investors, but the full picture warrants scrutiny.

What sector does BG belong to?

Bunge Global belongs to the Consumer Defensive sector, reflecting its role in global food supply chains. This classification typically implies more stable demand, though commodity price swings can still drive significant earnings volatility.

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BG — Score History

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Score changes· 30/35 most recent
DateUQSQualityMoatGrowthRiskValueChange
May 23, 202639.911.126.070.729.380.6-0.1
May 22, 202640.011.126.070.729.381.1+0.1
May 21, 202639.911.126.070.729.380.8-0.1
May 20, 202640.011.126.070.729.381.0+0.3
May 19, 202639.711.126.070.729.379.5-0.1
May 16, 202639.811.126.070.729.380.10.0
May 15, 202639.811.126.070.729.379.9+0.1
May 14, 202639.711.126.070.729.379.1-0.5
May 13, 202640.211.126.070.729.382.70.0
May 12, 202640.211.126.070.729.382.6-0.4

BG — Pillar Breakdown

Quality

11.1/100 (25%)

Bunge Global S.A. currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.

Capital Efficiency (ROIC)Weak

How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.

Return on EquityWeak

Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.

Operating ProfitabilityWeak

Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.

Net ProfitabilityWeak

Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.

Gross Profit / AssetsWeak

Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.

Cash GenerationWeak

Free cash flow relative to market value.

Growth

70.7/100 (20%)

Bunge Global S.A. demonstrates healthy growth trends across revenue and earnings.

Recent Revenue TrendStrong

Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.

3Y Revenue CAGRWeak

Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.

EPS GrowthWeak

Year-over-year earnings per share growth.

Forward Revenue OutlookStrong

Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.

Forward EPS GrowthStrong

Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.

Risk

29.3/100 (15%)

Bunge Global S.A. presents elevated risk with concerns around leverage or financial stability.

Financial LeverageWeak

Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.

Debt/EquityModerate

Total debt relative to shareholder equity.

Current RatioModerate

Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.

Interest CoverageWeak

Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.

Valuation

83.3/100 (15%)

Bunge Global S.A. appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.

Earnings YieldStrong

Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.

PEG RatioStrong

P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.

EV/EBITDA vs SectorModerate

Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.

Moat

26/100 (25%)

Bunge Global S.A. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for BG.

Score Composition

Quality
11.1×25%2.8
Growth
70.7×20%14.1
Risk
29.3×15%4.4
Valuation
83.3×15%12.5
Moat
26.0×25%6.5
Total
40.3Below Average

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How is the BG UQS Score Calculated?

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Bunge Global S.A. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses Bunge Global S.A.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether Bunge Global S.A. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

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