Compass Minerals: I Don't See Investors Getting Any Value Here

MJ Investing
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Summary

  • Compass Minerals International Inc might have increased its operating margins by 140% YoY, but still has a negative bottom line.
  • I think the demand will be steady for CMP over the coming years, but warmer winters seem to present a challenge for the company's salt segment.
  • Shares have been diluted over the years and I find the valuation to present way too much risk here to make an investment, CMP is a hold for me.

Small train at salt mine at lake Sambhar, Rajasthan, India

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Investment Summary

Compass Minerals International Inc (NYSE:CMP) is a leading provider of essential minerals and specialty products, operating in two main segments: Salt and Plant Nutrition. In the Salt segment, the company manufactures and distributes salt

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