iShares MSCI South Africa ETF vs FMC Corp — how do they compare? iShares MSCI South Africa ETF trades at $68.53, while FMC Corp trades at $10.14 (market cap $1.30B). The key difference: FMC Corp pays a 3.07% dividend while iShares MSCI South Africa ETF pays none, and iShares MSCI South Africa ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, FMC Corp nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| EZA | FMC | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Broad Market / Factor | Basic Materials |
52-Week High | $81.60 | $40.69 |
52-Week Low | $56.57 | $10.01 |
Market Cap | — | $1.30B |
Enterprise Value | — | $5.11B |
Dividend Yield | — | 3.07% |
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FMC stock trades at $10.46, down 1.23% on the day, with a bearish technical signal from moving averages. The company reported a net loss of $2.24 billion in 2025, with negative profitability margins, though recent quarters show mixed earnings beats. Analyst consensus is divided, with a $11.60 price target, while recent news highlights revenue challenges and strategic moves like a $400 million investment from Tessenderlo Group to reduce debt.
The outlook remains cautious due to persistent losses and weak revenue trends, but debt reduction efforts and cost controls offer some stability. Key risks include competitive pressures and macroeconomic headwinds, while the current valuation metrics like P/S of 0.4 may attract value investors if operational improvements materialize.
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EZA is a country-specific ETF that tracks the South African equity market. It provides exposure to large and mid-cap companies across key sectors like materials and financials, with top holdings such as AngloGold Ashanti and Naspers.
Read more on EZA →FMC is a pure-play crop chemical company. The company has diversified its sales to create a balanced crop chemical portfolio across geographies and crop exposure. Through acquisitions, FMC is now one of the five largest patented crop chemical companies and will continue to develop new products, with a focus on biologicals, through its research and development pipeline.
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