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Seaboard Corporation(SEB)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
SEB•AMEX
$4451.09
8.6× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutSeaboard Corporation operates as an agribusiness and transportation company worldwide. It operates through six segments: Pork, Commodity Trading and Milling (CT&M), Marine, Sugar and Alcohol, Power, and Turkey. The Pork segment produces and sells fresh and frozen pork products to further processors, foodservice operators, grocery stores, and distributors; hogs; and biodiesel. The CT&M segment sources, transports, and markets wheat, corn, soybeans, soybean meal, and other commodities; and produces wheat flour, maize meal, manufactured feed, and oilseed crush commodities. The Marine segment provides cargo shipping services in the United States, as well as in 26 countries in the Caribbean, and Central and South America; dry, refrigerated, and specialized containers, as well as other related equipment; and operates a terminal and an off-port warehouse for cargo consolidation and temporary storage. As of December 31, 2021, this segment operated through a fleet of 20 chartered and 4 owned vessels. The Sugar and Alcohol segment produces and sells sugar and alcohol; and generates and sells energy through its 51-megawatt cogeneration power plant that is fueled by sugarcane by-products, natural gas, and other biomass. The Power segment operates as an independent power producer that generates electricity for the power grid in the Dominican Republic. The Turkey segment produces and processes organic turkey products to retail stores, foodservice outlets, and industrial entities, as well as exports products to Mexico and internationally. The company also processes and sells jalapeño peppers. Seaboard Corporation was founded in 1918 and is headquartered in Merriam, Kansas.Show more
- Revenue$9.75B+7.1%
- EBITDA$545M+16.7%
- Net Income$496M+463.6%
- EPS (Diluted)516.11+469.5%
- Gross Margin6.95%+9.7%
- EBITDA Margin5.59%+9.0%
- Operating Margin2.33%+35.9%
- Net Margin5.09%+426.3%
- ROE9.94%+429.7%
SEB Price & Volume
Seaboard Corporation (SEB) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Cyclical Commodity Exposure Masks Underlying Asset Strength
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Strained
Financial:Fortress
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Commodity price volatility exposure
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Seaboard Corporation operates as a complex, vertically integrated conglomerate where earnings are frequently distorted by non-operating items, as evidenced by a 10.5% net margin against a 2.2% operating margin in 2025Q4.
- While the company maintains a fortress balance sheet with a minimal 0.07 debt-to-equity ratio, its reliance on capital-intensive infrastructure—consuming up to 7.1% of revenue in CapEx—creates significant cash flow volatility.
- Investors should monitor the persistent disconnect between reported net income and actual cash generation, which remains a primary risk factor for long-term valuation.
Verdict Logic
while the company's 0.87 price-to-book ratio suggests potential value, the erratic free cash flow trajectory and negative -6.2% FCF margin in 2026Q1 warrant a cautious approach.
SEB Growth Metrics
Seaboard Corporation (SEB) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years5.71%
5 Years6.46%
3 Years-4.65%
TTM6.56%
Profit CAGR
10 Years11.24%
5 Years11.88%
3 Years-5.08%
TTM494.9%
EPS CAGR
10 Years13.42%
5 Years16.2%
3 Years1.09%
TTM501.86%
Return on Capital
10 Years4.71%
5 Years4.65%
3 Years1.54%
Last Year3.49%
SEB Recent Earnings
Seaboard Corporation (SEB) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
Q2 2026Latest
May 5, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.24
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Rev
$2.4B
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Q1 2026
Feb 12, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$2.64
—
Rev
$2.4B
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Q4 2025
Oct 28, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$113.71
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Rev
$2.5B
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Q3 2025
Jul 29, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$105.22
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Rev
$2.5B
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| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 5, 2026 | $1.24 | $2.4B |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 12, 2026 | $2.64 | $2.4B |
| Q4 2025 | Oct 28, 2025 | $113.71 | $2.5B |
| Q3 2025 | Jul 29, 2025 | $105.22 | $2.5B |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Seaboard Corporation (SEB)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $4451.09 | $4.26B | 8.62 | 7.1% | 5.09% | 9.94% | 0.21% | |
| $58.82 | $20.94B | 43.25 | 2.12% | 0.81% | 2.48% | — | |
| $81.60 | $6.13B | 33.04 | 1.49% | 13.4% | 37.33% | — | |
| $24.70 | $13.59B | 28.39 | 1.55% | 3.82% | 5.85% | — | |
| $28.77 | $6.85B | 6.34 | 3.46% | 4.78% | 24.09% | — | |
| $85.41 | $4.05B | 3.42 | 83.19% | 20.07% | 26.05% | — |
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Seaboard Corporation (SEB) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
SEB SEC Filings & Documents
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SEB Frequently Asked Questions
Seaboard Corporation (SEB) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Seaboard Corporation's revenue?
Seaboard Corporation (SEB) reported $9.83B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 571% increase from $1.46B in 1996.
How fast is Seaboard Corporation growing?
Seaboard Corporation (SEB) grew revenue by 7.1% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Is SEB profitable?
Yes, Seaboard Corporation (SEB) is profitable, generating $583.0M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (5.1% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does SEB pay dividends?
Yes, Seaboard Corporation (SEB) pays a dividend with a yield of 0.21%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is SEB's return on equity?
Seaboard Corporation (SEB) has a return on equity (ROE) of 9.9%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
What is Seaboard Corporation's free cash flow?
Seaboard Corporation (SEB) had negative free cash flow of $15.0M in fiscal year 2025, likely due to heavy capital investments.