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ADM reported its Q4 and full-year 2024 financial results, with full-year net earnings of $1.8 billion and adjusted net earnings of $2.3 billion. The company posted earnings per share of $3.65 and adjusted EPS of $4.74, both declining from the previous year. Cash flows from operating activities were $2.8 billion.

The company announced targeted actions to achieve $500-750 million in cost savings over the next 3-5 years, including a planned workforce reduction of 600-700 roles globally in 2025. ADM also increased its quarterly dividend by 2% to 51.0 cents per share.

For 2025, ADM provided guidance with adjusted earnings per share expected between $4.00 to $4.75, reflecting weaker market fundamentals and ongoing biofuel and trade policy uncertainty. The company's total segment operating profit for 2024 was $4.2 billion, down 28% versus the prior year.

ADM (NYSE: ADM) has been awarded the 2025 BIG Innovation Award by the Business Intelligence Group for its groundbreaking regenerative agriculture program. The program was recognized for its innovative approach to transforming global food systems through advanced technologies, partnerships, and sustainable farming practices.

The award, which celebrates industry-advancing organizations, was determined by a panel of business leaders evaluating creativity, measurable results, and overall impact. ADM's program specifically focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing soil health, creating tangible benefits for both farmers and the environment.

Greg Morris, president of ADM's Ag Services and Oilseeds business, emphasized the program's role in addressing supply chain resiliency and global sustainability challenges. The company's collaborative approach with farmers and partners aims to develop practical, scalable solutions supporting long-term environmental health and food security.

ADM (NYSE: ADM) has appointed Carrie Nichol as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, effective March 1. Nichol will report to Executive Vice President and CFO Monish Patolawala, overseeing external and management accounting, reporting processes, internal control functions, and insurance and risk management.

Nichol brings over 20 years of finance and accounting experience, joining from Cargill where she served as Senior VP, Chief Accounting Officer and Global Process Leader. She succeeds Molly Strader Fruit, who will transition to a new role as VP of Total Rewards and HR Operations.

Prior to Cargill, Nichol was VP, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer at Zimmer Biomet. She started her career at KPMG LLP and holds a bachelor's degree in business management from Widener University and an MBA in Finance from Villanova University.

ADM (NYSE: ADM) has announced it will release its fourth quarter 2024 financial results before market opening on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. The company will accompany the release with a downloadable slide presentation and host a webcast at 9 a.m. Central Time to discuss the results and provide updates. The webcast and presentation materials will be accessible at www.adm.com/webcast, where a replay will also be available for an extended period.

ADM (NYSE: ADM) announced its Board of Directors has extended and expanded its share repurchase program. The program, which originally authorized the purchase of 100 million shares between 2015-2019, was first extended to 2024 and increased to 200 million shares in 2019. Now, it has been further extended to December 31, 2029, with an additional authorization of 100 million shares, bringing the total program authorization to 300 million shares. Currently, 114,764,049 shares remain available for future repurchases. The timing and number of shares to be repurchased will be determined at the company's discretion.

ADM reported third quarter 2024 financial results with net earnings of $18 million and adjusted net earnings of $530 million. The company recorded a non-cash impairment charge of $461 million related to its Wilmar equity investment. Earnings per share were $0.04, with adjusted EPS of $1.09, both down versus prior year. Total segment operating profit was $1,037 million, down 28%. Year-to-date cash flows from operations were $2,468 million. The company completed its financial restatement with no impact on consolidated results for 2023 and first/second quarters of 2024. ADM maintains full-year 2024 adjusted EPS guidance of $4.50-$5.00.

ADM (NYSE: ADM) has announced its 372nd consecutive quarterly cash dividend of 50.0 cents per share on common stock. The dividend will be paid on December 12, 2024, to shareholders of record as of November 21, 2024. This marks over 93 years of uninterrupted dividend payments by the company. As of September 30, 2024, ADM had 478,531,782 outstanding shares of common stock.

ADM (NYSE: ADM) has elected David R. McAtee II, AT&T's Senior Executive Vice President and General Counsel, to its Board of Directors. McAtee, who has served as AT&T's worldwide General Counsel since 2015, brings extensive experience in government regulation, strategic planning, and data security. His expertise includes governance, M&A, finance, supply chain, compliance, and shareholder engagement. ADM's Chair and CEO Juan Luciano highlighted McAtee's critical perspective and experience as valuable assets for ADM's future development.

ADM reported preliminary Q3 2024 results with net earnings of $18 million and adjusted net earnings of $530 million. The company announced a $461 million non-cash charge related to Wilmar equity investment. Earnings per share were $0.04, with adjusted EPS of $1.09. ADM will restate its FY2023 10-K and subsequent 10-Qs due to intersegment sales issues, though these restatements are not expected to materially impact consolidated results. The company lowered its full-year 2024 adjusted EPS guidance to $4.50-$5.00, citing market demand slowdown and operational challenges.