MOS
Basic MaterialsThe Mosaic Company · Agricultural Inputs · $7B
What is The Mosaic Company?
The Mosaic Company is one of the world's largest producers of phosphate and potash crop nutrients, supplying farmers and distributors across North America and internationally.
Mosaic mines and processes phosphate and potash, selling concentrated fertilizers to wholesale distributors, retail chains, cooperatives, and farmers. The company also produces phosphate-based animal feed ingredients and potash for industrial uses such as de-icing and water softening. Revenue flows through three segments: Phosphates, Potash, and Mosaic Fertilizantes.
Incorporated in 2004, Mosaic is headquartered in Tampa, Florida, though its operational roots trace back to 1988.
- Concentrated phosphate fertilizers (DAP, MAP)
- Potash crop nutrients and industrial potash
- Phosphate-based animal feed ingredients (Biofos, Nexfos brands)
- K-Mag double sulfate of potash magnesia
Is MOS a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates MOS as Below Average overall.
Valuation stands out as the brightest spot in Mosaic's profile, rating Attractive relative to peers — meaning the stock may not be pricing in much optimism. The Growth and Risk pillars both land at Neutral, suggesting neither a sharp deterioration nor a strong upward catalyst in the near term.
Both the Quality and Moat pillars rate Weak, reflecting the commodity-driven nature of the business and limited pricing power independent of fertilizer market cycles.
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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 MOS pay dividends?
Yes — The Mosaic Company pays a dividend.
Mosaic pays a regular dividend, which is relatively uncommon among commodity producers that face cyclical earnings swings. The dividend reflects management's commitment to returning capital even through fertilizer price cycles, though income-focused investors should weigh payout sustainability against commodity market volatility.
When does MOS report earnings?
The Mosaic Company reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, consistent with US-listed equities.
Mosaic's results tend to move with global fertilizer prices, crop demand, and input costs — making quarterly swings wider than in most sectors. Investors should watch segment-level volume and realized pricing commentary alongside headline figures.
For the most recent quarter's results, visit The Mosaic Company's investor relations page directly.
MOS Price History
-25.2% over 5Y
Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in The Mosaic Company?
Based on The Mosaic Company'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 The Mosaic Company do?
Mosaic mines and sells phosphate and potash fertilizers to farmers, cooperatives, and distributors worldwide. It also produces animal feed ingredients and industrial potash products. The company operates through three segments: Phosphates, Potash, and Mosaic Fertilizantes.
Does MOS pay dividends?
Yes, Mosaic pays a regular dividend. For commodity producers, maintaining a dividend through price cycles signals a degree of financial commitment to shareholders. Investors should review current payout levels and coverage on the company's investor relations page.
When does MOS report earnings?
Mosaic follows a standard quarterly earnings schedule. Because results are sensitive to fertilizer commodity prices, each report can vary significantly. Check the company's investor relations page for the current earnings calendar.
Is MOS a good stock to buy?
UQS Score rates MOS as Below Average overall. The Valuation pillar is Attractive, but Weak Quality and Moat scores reflect the commodity-driven business model. Whether that trade-off suits your portfolio depends on your risk tolerance and view on fertilizer markets.
Is MOS overvalued?
Based on the UQS Valuation pillar, MOS rates as Attractive, suggesting the market is not pricing in significant growth expectations. That said, commodity stocks can look cheap for structural reasons — the full picture requires reviewing all five pillars together.
What is MOS's market cap bracket?
The Mosaic Company is classified as a mid-cap stock, placing it in a tier where institutional coverage exists but the company lacks the scale advantages of mega-cap peers in the agricultural inputs space.
Is MOS a long-term quality holding?
As a long-term quality indicator, MOS scores Below Average on the UQS composite. Weak Quality and Moat pillars suggest the business lacks durable competitive advantages that tend to compound value over time. Neutral Growth and Risk scores offer some stability, but the overall profile warrants caution for quality-focused long-term investors.
What sector does MOS belong to?
Mosaic operates in the Basic Materials sector, specifically within agricultural inputs. The sector is cyclical, with earnings and valuations closely tied to global commodity prices, crop demand, and supply chain dynamics.
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MOS — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2026 | 41.4 | 19.2 | 19.0 | 48.3 | 57.5 | 90.3 | -0.3 |
| May 15, 2026 | 41.7 | 19.2 | 19.0 | 49.3 | 57.5 | 91.4 | -5.1 |
| May 11, 2026 | 46.8 | 33.8 | 19.0 | 54.0 | 53.3 | 99.0 | +0.2 |
| May 7, 2026 | 46.6 | 33.8 | 19.0 | 54.1 | 53.3 | 97.1 | -0.1 |
| May 5, 2026 | 46.7 | 33.8 | 19.0 | 54.1 | 53.3 | 97.7 | -0.1 |
| May 3, 2026 | 46.8 | 33.8 | 19.0 | 54.3 | 53.3 | 98.1 | +0.2 |
| Apr 27, 2026 | 46.6 | 33.8 | 19.0 | 54.3 | 53.3 | 96.7 | +0.2 |
| Apr 26, 2026 | 46.4 | 33.8 | 19.0 | 53.4 | 53.3 | 97.1 | +0.1 |
| Apr 22, 2026 | 46.3 | 33.8 | 19.0 | 53.4 | 53.3 | 96.3 | +0.1 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | 46.2 | 33.8 | 19.0 | 52.9 | 53.3 | 96.4 | +0.2 |
MOS — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 19.2/100 (25%)The Mosaic Company currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.
Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 47.0/100 (20%)The Mosaic Company shows steady but unspectacular growth, typical for mature companies.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.
Year-over-year earnings per share growth.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.
Risk
— 57.5/100 (15%)The Mosaic Company maintains a reasonable risk profile with manageable debt levels.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Total debt relative to shareholder equity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 89.4/100 (15%)The Mosaic Company appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.
Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.
P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.
Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.
Moat
— 19/100 (25%)The Mosaic Company 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 MOS.
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How is the MOS UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for The Mosaic Company 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 The Mosaic Company'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 The Mosaic Company is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
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