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About American Vanguard
From its filings with the US Securities and Exchange Commission
American Vanguard is based in Newport Beach, California and is incorporated in Delaware. Its shares trade on NYSE under the ticker AVD. The SEC classifies its business as agricultural chemicals. In the fiscal year to 31 December 2025, it reported revenue of $515.1m and a net loss of $49.9m. At that date it held total assets of $596.5m and shareholders' equity of $192.4m.
American Vanguard Corporation (“AVD”) was incorporated under the laws of the State of Delaware in January 1969 and operates as a holding company. The Company conducts its business through its principal operating subsidiaries, including AMVAC Chemical Corporation (“AMVAC”) for its domestic business and AMVAC Netherlands BV (“AMVAC BV”) for its international business.
The operating subsidiaries in the U.S. include: AMVAC, GemChem, Inc. (“GemChem”), TyraTech Inc. (“TyraTech”) and OHP Inc. (“OHP”).
Internationally, the Company operates its business through the following subsidiaries: AMVAC BV, AMVAC Hong Kong Limited (“AMVAC Hong Kong”), AMVAC Mexico Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada (“AMVAC M”), AMVAC de Costa Rica Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada (“AMVAC CR Srl”), Grupo AgriCenter (including the parent AgriCenter S.A. and its subsidiaries) (“AgriCenter”), AMVAC do Brasil Representácoes Ltda (“AMVAC do Brasil”), AMVAC do Brazil 3p LTDA (“AMVAC 3p”), American Vanguard Australia PTY Ltd (“AVD Australia”), AgNova Technologies PTY Ltd (“AgNova”), and the Agrinos group entities (“Agrinos”).
Quoted from its 10-K, filed 16 Mar 2026. Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
Company facts
- Sector
- Materials
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Listed since
- 3 Mar 1987
- Employees
- 739
- Website
- american-vanguard.com ↗
- Head office
- 4695 MACARTHUR COURT, NEWPORT BEACH, CA, 92660
- Incorporated in
- DE
- Classification
- Agricultural Chemicals
- Filer status
- Accelerated filer
Leadership
Pay as last reported
- Mr. Eric WintemuteChairman of the Board, since 1994$4.7m
- Mr. Douglas KayeChief Executive Officer$1.7m
- Mr. David JohnsonChief Financial Officer, Vice President, Treasurer$963,270
- Ms. Shirin KhosraviChief Human Resources Officer$569,790
- Mr. Timothy DonnellyChief Administrative Officer, General Counsel, Company Secretary$858,937
- Mr. Peter EilersManaging Director of AMVAC Netherlands BV$527,181
- Mr. Scott BaskinLead Independent Director$190,000
- Ms. de Mino TiuDirector
- Ms. Marisol AngeliniIndependent Director$175,000
- Dr. Mark BassettIndependent Director$607,325
- Mr. Patrick GottschalkIndependent Director$162,500
- Ms. Emer GunterIndependent Director$165,000
Environmental, social and governance
Scores out of 100, from our data supplier
- Overall
- 60
- Environment
- 36
- Social
- 60
- Governance
- 84
- Direct emissions (scope 1)
- 7,700 t
- Energy emissions (scope 2)
- 11,400 t
- Carbon reduction policy
- No
- Human rights policy
- Yes
SWOT analysis
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Strengths
- American Vanguard Corp possesses several strengths that contribute to its success in the market. Firstly, it boasts a diverse and well-established product portfolio. This enables the company to cater to a wide range of customer needs and preferences, providing them with ample choices. Additionally, American Vanguard Corp enjoys strong brand recognition and a solid reputation in the industry, which helps build trust with customers and partners.
Weaknesses
- However, American Vanguard Corp does face certain weaknesses that need to be addressed. One significant weakness is its reliance on a limited number of key customers. This concentration poses the risk of reduced revenue and profitability if any of these customers were to significantly reduce their business or switch to a competitor. Additionally, the company may face challenges in effectively managing its global supply chain and distribution networks.
Opportunities
- American Vanguard Corp can capitalize on various opportunities to drive growth and expand its market presence. Firstly, there is a growing demand for eco-friendly and sustainable agricultural products, offering the company a chance to develop and market innovative solutions. Furthermore, expanding into emerging markets, where agricultural needs are increasing, could unlock new revenue streams for the company.
Threats
- Despite its strengths and opportunities, American Vanguard Corp faces certain threats that could pose challenges to its operations. Firstly, intense competition within the industry could exert downward pressure on prices and squeeze profit margins. Moreover, stricter regulations and government policies regarding chemical use in agriculture may impact the demand for certain products. Lastly, economic uncertainty and market volatility could adversely affect the company's financial performance.
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