The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted approximately 30-35% of global fertilizer supply, including nitrogen, phosphate, and potash. This supply shock is benefiting North American fertilizer producers, particularly those with domestic natural gas advantages. Three stocks are positioned to gain from higher fertilizer prices amid the extended shortage.

Escalating Middle East conflict is disrupting global commodity markets, with oil, fertilizers, and chemicals experiencing significant supply pressures. BMO analysts warn that crude prices remain undervalued relative to supply risks, while fertilizer and chemical producers face margin expansion opportunities. Battery production and nickel markets face indirect threats through sulfur supply disruptions.

Society Pass Inc. plans to execute a comprehensive mergers and acquisition strategy targeting privately-held companies in Southeast Asia, Europe, and North America, focusing on AI data centres, travel, digital advertising, and telecommunications sectors.

Acceleware reported a comprehensive loss of $1.7 million for the first nine months of 2025, focusing on developing RF XL 2.0 technology for enhanced oil production and exploring critical minerals processing applications.

Agricultural finance technology firm Growers Edge has partnered with a secondary market provider to fund its first mortgage loan, aiming to help finance over $30 million in agricultural mortgages by end of 2025 and provide financial services for farmers who typically struggle to meet traditional lending criteria.

Federated Wireless and Cisco successfully deployed Standard Power Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 in enterprise environments across the U.S. and Canada, demonstrating the potential of 6 GHz spectrum through Automated Frequency Coordination (AFC) technology.

Replenish Nutrients has completed 90% of its Beiseker facility upgrades, targeting 2,000 tonnes monthly production. The company is hosting a soil health conference to highlight sustainable agriculture and showcase its regenerative fertilizer solutions.

The global fertilizers market is projected to grow from 199.19 million tons in 2025 to 262.18 million tons by 2034, with a 3.10% CAGR. Asia Pacific dominates the market, driven by increasing food demand, technological advances, and a shift towards sustainable and precision agriculture.

The global foliar spray market is projected to reach USD 11.76 billion by 2032, driven by the adoption of precision farming techniques and a growing emphasis on sustainable agriculture practices. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.78% from 2024 to 2032.

The smart release fertilizers market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5% and reach $5.375 billion by 2035, driven by increasing demand for sustainable farming, efficient nutrient management, and advancements in fertilizer technology.

The Plaza Group, a leading international marketing firm, has promoted two key executives, Garrett Velarde and Vincent Velarde, to Vice President positions. The promotions represent a significant advancement in the company's leadership and demonstrate its commitment to maintaining the family and cultural values established over 30 years ago.

The global water-soluble fertilizers market is expected to grow from $18.3 billion in 2023 to $25.1 billion by 2028, driven by the increasing adoption of precision farming and sustainable agriculture practices. Europe is leading the market, with the agriculture sector undergoing significant technological advancements.