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Louis Dreyfus Holding BV Overview

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Wtc Amsterdam, Tower H - Level 25,
Zuidplein 208 Amsterdam, 
 1077 XV The Netherlands
Phone: +31-20-333-0300
Fax:+31-20-333-0039

Company Description

Louis Dreyfus Holding is holding onto agriculture, energy, and real estate. The company's global commodities group trades grains, oilseeds, ethanol, coffee, cotton, and sugar as well as ocean freight, metals, and financial instruments. It also processes citrus, oilseeds, and sugar cane and is one of the world's largest producers of orange juice. Louis Dreyfus' energy group comprises petrochemicals operations in the US and electricity production in France while the real estate division acquires and manages office and hotel properties. Other activities include forestry management and renewable energy projects. Louis Dreyfus was formed in 1851 when Léopold Louis-Dreyfus sold grain from France in Switzerland.

Louis Dreyfus Holding BV Company Profile Report

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  • People
  • Biographies
  • Industry Information
  • Financial Summary
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  • Competitors List

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    • Industry Information

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    • Biographies

      Learn the background and technology interests of the company's executives, to better understand possible growth directions.

    • Company History

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    Sample Questions & Answers

    How do changes in interest rates affect the company's profits?

    Because many distributors finance their inventories, they're sensitive to interest rates. On average, distributors hold inventory equal to 35 days sales, but machinery distributors may hold products for more than 50 days. Food and petroleum product...

     

    How much business has the company lost due to retailers buying directly from manufacturers?

    Big retailers like Wal-Mart, Home Depot, and Costco buy much of their merchandise directly from manufacturers, bypassing distributors. Because they buy in large quantity and operate their own warehouse systems, these retailers don't need distributors.

     

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    • Website and Media Links
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      Overview

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      SIC: 0711, 0722, 0723, 0724, 0751, 0761, 0762

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      Sample Questions & Answers

      How does the company forecast demand for its services?

      By definition, farm support services depend heavily on the success of crop and livestock farms. Rising input and labor costs may actually help some service providers, as it may make sense for a farm to outsource certain labor- or capital-intensive...

       

      How seasonal are the company's hiring needs and cash flow?

      Many farm services depend on a few critical weeks (planting and post-harvest) for the majority of profits. Employment levels can swing considerably depending on food demand, farm worker wages, and growing conditions. Because of the highly seasonal...

       

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      Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

       

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        Overview

        About 150 petroleum refineries operate in the US, owned by about 90 companies, with combined annual revenue of about $725 billion. Large refiners include Chevron, Exxon Mobil, Phillips 66 (spun off from ConocoPhillips in May 2012), Valero, and BP's US-based subsidiaries. Annual revenue fluctuates substantially because of the shifting price of crude oil. The industry is highly concentrated: the eight largest refiners hold about 70 percent of all US refining capacity.

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        Sample Questions & Answers

        What changes in crude oil supplies and prices is the company anticipating?

        The average refinery cost of crude oil in the US is volatile: prices can change 50 percent within a year. Imports provide about half of US crude oil consumption and are vulnerable to political disruptions, such as regime changes and unrest in the...

         

        How has the company managed flat demand for petroleum products?

        US gas consumption is expected to remain flat over the next few decades, according to the Energy Information Administration. Demand for heating oil has decreased as homeowners have switched to natural gas. Volatile price swings and concerns about...

         

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        Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

         

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          Sample Questions & Answers

          How critical is government price support to the company's operations?

          The sugar manufacturing industry depends on price supports from the federal government, which keeps the US sugar price about twice as high as the world price. Without price supports, many US producers couldn't continue in business.

           

          How has the company's business been affected by increasing use of corn syrup in food manufacture?

          High fructose corn syrup (HFCS), which is cheaper than sugar, has replaced sugar in numerous processed foods, notably sodas. While corn sweeteners have experienced market growth, demand for refined sugar has been relatively flat. Sugar refiners also...

           

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          General Report Description

          Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

           

          Sections Included in Report

          • Industry Overview
          • Quarterly Industry Update
          • Business Challenges
          • Trends and Opportunities
          • Call Preparation Questions
          • Financial Information
          • Industry Forecast
          • Website and Media Links
          • Glossary of Acronyms

            Industry Report Highlights:

            • Recent Developments

              Stay up to date on crucial industry news that may affect your strategy.

            • Trends & Opportunities

              Identify avenues for expansion and get prospects thinking about growth opportunities that justify investing in your product.

            • Call Preparation Questions

              Gain instant rapport with prospects during your sales calls using done-for-you call preparation questions.

            • Industry Forecast

              Identify growth and integrate projections in your own business planning.

            • Business Challenges

              Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.

            • Executive Insight

              Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.

            • Financial Information

              Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.

            • Web Links & Acronyms

              Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.

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            Overview

            The US petroleum wholesale distribution industry includes about 5,700 companies with annual revenue of about $765billion. Revenue can vary significantly from year to year with the price of crude oil. Major companies include Getty Petroleum Marketing, Global Partners, Mansfield Oil, Statoil Marketing & Trading, and World Fuel Services. The industry is concentrated: the 50 largest companies generate more than 70 percent of revenue.

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            Sample Questions & Answers

            How is the company mitigating relatively flat demand for petroleum?

            US gas consumption has been essentially flat in recent years and is expected to decline. Demand for heating oil has decreased as homeowners switch to natural gas. Concerns about foreign fuel dependency, the fear of dramatic price spikes, and...

             

            How does the company protect itself from fluctuating petroleum prices and supplies?

            Because of changing crude oil prices, constraints in refining capacity, and changing retail demand, wholesale prices for heating oil and gas often vary 50 percent during the year. Rapid changes in product costs require wholesalers to frequently...

             

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            General Report Description

            Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

             

            Sections Included in Report

            • Industry Overview
            • Quarterly Industry Update
            • Business Challenges
            • Trends and Opportunities
            • Call Preparation Questions
            • Financial Information
            • Industry Forecast
            • Website and Media Links
            • Glossary of Acronyms

              Industry Report Highlights:

              • Recent Developments

                Stay up to date on crucial industry news that may affect your strategy.

              • Trends & Opportunities

                Identify avenues for expansion and get prospects thinking about growth opportunities that justify investing in your product.

              • Call Preparation Questions

                Gain instant rapport with prospects during your sales calls using done-for-you call preparation questions.

              • Industry Forecast

                Identify growth and integrate projections in your own business planning.

              • Business Challenges

                Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.

              • Executive Insight

                Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.

              • Financial Information

                Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.

              • Web Links & Acronyms

                Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.

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              Overview

              The securities brokerage industry in the US includes about 7,500 companies with combined annual revenue of about $145 billion. Major companies include Charles Schwab, Edward Jones, and brokerage units of large financial services companies such as Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, and Citigroup. The industry is highly concentrated: the top 50 companies account for more than 80 percent of revenue.

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              Sample Questions & Answers

              How much change in brokerage volume has the company seen in the past year?

              Industry profitability depends on transaction volume and the size of customer accounts, both of which can rapidly change. In recent years, a high proportion of transaction volume came from hedge funds, which can quickly shift into other investments...

               

              How is competition from bank products affecting the company’s business?

              Investing in bank products, such as money market accounts and CDs, appeals to customers as an alternate to securities because of guaranteed returns and federal insurance. During the recession of the late 2000s, the personal savings rate rose 4...

               

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              General Report Description

              Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

               

              Sections Included in Report

              • Industry Overview
              • Quarterly Industry Update
              • Business Challenges
              • Trends and Opportunities
              • Call Preparation Questions
              • Financial Information
              • Industry Forecast
              • Website and Media Links
              • Glossary of Acronyms

                Industry Report Highlights:

                • Recent Developments

                  Stay up to date on crucial industry news that may affect your strategy.

                • Trends & Opportunities

                  Identify avenues for expansion and get prospects thinking about growth opportunities that justify investing in your product.

                • Call Preparation Questions

                  Gain instant rapport with prospects during your sales calls using done-for-you call preparation questions.

                • Industry Forecast

                  Identify growth and integrate projections in your own business planning.

                • Business Challenges

                  Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.

                • Executive Insight

                  Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.

                • Financial Information

                  Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.

                • Web Links & Acronyms

                  Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.

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