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The Mosaic Company (MOS-2.97%) has submitted its 10-Q filing for the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024.
The filing reports net sales of $2.81 billion, a decrease from $3.55 billion in the same quarter the previous year, attributed to lower sales volumes and prices in the Potash and Mosaic Fertilizantes segments.
Net income for the quarter was $122.2 million, compared to a net loss of $4.2 million in the previous year, with a significant positive impact from a foreign currency transaction gain of $100.9 million.
Operating earnings for the quarter were $115.4 million, down from $145.8 million in the previous year, due to lower sales volumes and prices.
Cash provided by operating activities was $1.08 billion for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to $1.87 billion in the same period the previous year.
The company repurchased 1,772,144 shares of Common Stock for approximately $50.0 million during the quarter.
Mosaic's Phosphate segment reported net sales of $1.0 billion, with higher average selling prices offset by lower sales volumes.
Potash segment sales decreased to $525.7 million, primarily due to lower sales volumes and prices.
The Mosaic Fertilizantes segment's net sales were $1.4 billion, with lower sales volumes and prices impacting results.
The company reported a foreign currency transaction gain of $100.9 million, compared to a loss of $96.9 million in the previous year.
Interest expense, net, increased to $41.7 million, compared to $17.4 million in the previous year, due to higher short-term debt levels and lower interest income.
Mosaic continues to focus on managing its significant strategic priorities, including its investment in the Ma’aden Wa’ad al Shamal Phosphate Company.
This content was summarized by generative artificial intelligence using public filings retrieved from SEC.gov. The original data was derived from the Mosaic Company (The) quarterly 10-Q report dated November 12, 2024. To report an error, please email earnings@qz.com.