Corteva Stock Falls on $72M Settlement Charge Ranks 340th in $290M Trading Volume

Corteva (CTVA) closed 0.95% lower on August 28, 2025, with a trading volume of $290 million, down 35.22% from the previous day. The stock ranked 340th in trading activity, reflecting reduced investor interest amid recent developments.

The company announced a $72 million charge linked to its participation in an $875 million PFAS settlement in New Jersey. The agreement resolves environmental claims tied to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) across four sites and statewide issues. This non-cash hit could temporarily pressure earnings visibility despite strong first-half performance, which prompted a raised full-year outlook.

Corteva’s dividend was increased for the fifth consecutive year, with a $0.18 per-share payout approved. However, the settlement-related charge and broader environmental liabilities may weigh on near-term profitability, even as the stock has outperformed the S&P 500 by over 10 percentage points year-to-date.

Query limit exceeded.