Financial Information
Key Figures
In another year marked by the ongoing pandemic, freight shortages and port congestion, as well as climate challenges, LDC once again navigated a complex environment to mitigate risks, minimize business disruptions and deliver for customers, while making important strides in our strategic plans.
A Major Player
Established in 1851, LDC is a global, vertically integrated commodities merchant with one of the most diversified portfolios in the agribusiness space.
In the year ended 31 December 2021, LDC delivered:
A Global Leader
Active in more than 100 countries, LDC continues to reinforce its strong relationships with partners and customers in developed economies, and to pursue emerging opportunities in consumer growth markets.
Net Sales By Region
Fixed Assets by Region
Headcount by Region
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Europe, Middle East & Africa
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North Asia
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South & South East Asia
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North America
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North Latin America
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South & West Latin America
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Net Sales US$49.6 bn
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Europe, Middle East & Africa
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North Asia
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South & South East Asia
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North America
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North Latin America
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South & West Latin America
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Fixed Assets US$3,989 m
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Europe, Middle East & Africa
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North Asia
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South & South East Asia
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North America
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North Latin America
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South & West Latin America
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17,064 Headcount
Operational indicators
In a context of sustained volatility, fueled partly by pandemic-related concerns and disruptions, as well as unfavorable weather conditions affecting crop yields, LDC delivered strong financial and operating results thanks to LDC’s market insight, risk management expertise, global network and agility in adapting to changing circumstances.
2021 – US$ 1,834 million
2020 – US$ 1,559 million
2021
2020
2021
2020
Profitability and Financing Indicators
In the year ended 31 December 2021, LDC delivered:
Return on Equity
Adjusted Net Gearing
Adjusted Leverage Ratio
14.3%
2021
8.0%
2020
0.27
2021
0.48
2020
0.9x
2021
1.8x
2020
