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Why Nutrien Ltd stock is sliding today

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Nutrien Ltd shares have taken a hit following disappointing earnings results.

Nutrien Ltd (NTR.TO) is experiencing a notable decline, down 3.39% in today's trading session. The dip comes after the company's recent earnings report, which fell short of analyst expectations, raising concerns among investors about future performance.

Investor takeaway: Investors should closely monitor Nutrien's earnings outlook and industry conditions, as today's performance reflects broader concerns about the company's ability to meet growth expectations.

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NTR.TO

Nutrien Ltd

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↑ $3.98 (4.16%)
120 day period
$84.52$97.64$110.76Apr 20Jul 15Oct 8

Market cap

$47.49B

P/E

14.6x

Div. yield

2.19%

Div. / share

$2.19

52W high

$114.19

52W low

$72.37

1W change

+0.25%

Beta

1.13

Analyst Price Targets

Based on analyst covering NTR · as of Oct 9, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast NTR stock price to rise 10.6% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Moderately Bullish

Based on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)

Avg. Target

C$110.09

+10.6% Upside

Previously C$110.51 on Oct 8, 2026

Current Price

C$99.52

Last close

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Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on NTR's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$74.92C$89.61C$104.30C$118.99C$133.68C$148.37TodayJun 2Aug 6Oct 8Nov 20Jan 3Feb 15

30-Day Vol

26.1%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

27.3%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

+16.3%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$105.48

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$101.47C$92.74 – C$111.02
60 trading daysC$103.46C$91.10 – C$117.49
90 trading daysC$105.48C$90.26 – C$123.27

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

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Nutrien's stock down 3.39% today

The company's earnings miss could indicate potential challenges ahead, affecting investor sentiment.

Bull case

Nutrien's revenue of $10.81 billion for the quarter exceeded estimates, suggesting that the company has underlying strength in its operations despite the earnings miss.

Bear case

The earnings per share of $2.61 missed expectations by 3.33%, which may signal potential challenges ahead and has contributed to today's stock decline.

Earnings Report Overview

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Nutrien's recent earnings report revealed a quarterly EPS of $2.61, which was below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.70. This missed expectation has raised questions about the company's growth trajectory, especially as it compares to last year's EPS of $2.65.

Market Reaction and Future Outlook

The market's reaction to Nutrien's earnings miss has been swift, with shares sliding in today's trading. Investors are now looking ahead to management's commentary on the earnings call for insights into future performance. With a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), the stock is expected to perform in line with the broader market in the near term. For more insights, check out our detailed analysis on Nutrien Ltd.

Industry Context

Nutrien operates in the Fertilizers industry, which is currently ranked in the bottom 28% of Zacks industries. This context adds to the concerns surrounding Nutrien's performance and highlights the competitive pressures within the sector. Investors may want to keep an eye on industry trends as they could significantly impact Nutrien's stock performance. Learn more about the industry's dynamics on our Nutrien stock page.

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Published: August 7, 2026
Last Updated: August 7, 2026

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