Analysis of Geographic Areas
Monsanto Co. operates in 8 regions: United States; Europe-Africa; Brazil; Argentina; Asia-Pacific; Canada; Mexico; and Other.
Area Asset Turnover
Monsanto Co., asset turnover by geographic area
| Aug 31, 2017 | Aug 31, 2016 | Aug 31, 2015 | Aug 31, 2014 | Aug 31, 2013 | Aug 31, 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 0.96 | 1.03 | 1.12 | 1.06 | 1.17 | 1.06 |
| Europe-Africa | 1.16 | 1.16 | 1.40 | 1.50 | 1.52 | 1.49 |
| Brazil | 2.39 | 2.16 | 2.81 | 2.04 | 2.22 | 2.09 |
| Argentina | 2.75 | 2.48 | 2.04 | 2.76 | 3.23 | 3.21 |
| Asia-Pacific | 2.14 | 1.74 | 2.34 | 2.66 | 2.99 | 2.72 |
| Canada | 7.57 | 7.11 | 5.78 | 5.13 | 6.15 | 5.52 |
| Mexico | 2.96 | 3.16 | 3.29 | 3.73 | 3.95 | 3.70 |
| Other | 0.29 | 0.36 | 0.34 | 0.50 | 0.59 | 0.53 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31).
The analysis of area asset turnover from 2012 to 2017 reveals significant disparities in asset utilization efficiency across different geographic regions. While some markets demonstrate high and increasing efficiency, others exhibit a steady decline or stagnation in their ability to generate revenue from their asset base.
- High-Efficiency and Growth Markets
- Canada represents the most efficient geographic area, maintaining the highest asset turnover ratios throughout the period. A consistent upward trend is observed, with the ratio increasing from 5.52 in 2012 to 7.57 in 2017, indicating superior asset productivity growth.
- Mexico initially showed high efficiency with a ratio of 3.70 in 2012, although a gradual decline is noted over the subsequent years, ending at 2.96 in 2017.
- Volatile and Emerging Markets
- Brazil demonstrates strong asset utilization with a generally positive trajectory, peaking at 2.81 in 2015 before stabilizing at 2.39 in 2017.
- Argentina exhibits significant volatility; the ratio peaked at 3.23 in 2013, experienced a notable contraction to 2.04 in 2015, and subsequently recovered to 2.75 by 2017.
- The Asia-Pacific region shows a general downward trend, decreasing from 2.72 in 2012 to 2.14 in 2017, with a significant dip to 1.74 observed in 2016.
- Low-Efficiency and Declining Markets
- The United States maintains a relatively low and stable turnover ratio, hovering around 1.06 for several years before declining slightly to 0.96 in 2017.
- Europe-Africa shows a clear downward trend in efficiency, falling from a high of 1.52 in 2013 to 1.16 in 2017.
- The "Other" category consistently reports the lowest asset turnover, with a steady decline from 0.53 in 2012 to 0.29 in 2017, suggesting poor asset productivity in these minor markets.
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Area Asset Turnover: United States
Monsanto Co.; United States; area asset turnover calculation
| Aug 31, 2017 | Aug 31, 2016 | Aug 31, 2015 | Aug 31, 2014 | Aug 31, 2013 | Aug 31, 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selected Financial Data (US$ in millions) | ||||||
| Net sales to unaffiliated customers | 8,235) | 8,008) | 8,612) | 8,625) | 8,044) | 7,367) |
| Long-lived assets | 8,547) | 7,779) | 7,714) | 8,174) | 6,881) | 6,950) |
| Area Activity Ratio | ||||||
| Area asset turnover1 | 0.96 | 1.03 | 1.12 | 1.06 | 1.17 | 1.06 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31).
1 2017 Calculation
Area asset turnover = Net sales to unaffiliated customers ÷ Long-lived assets
= 8,235 ÷ 8,547 = 0.96
The financial performance of operations within the United States from 2012 to 2017 is characterized by an initial period of growth and efficiency followed by a gradual decline in asset productivity. While revenue and asset bases both fluctuated, the relationship between the two indicates a reduction in the effectiveness of long-lived assets in generating net sales over the observed timeframe.
- Net Sales to Unaffiliated Customers
- Revenue demonstrated a steady increase from US$ 7,367 million in 2012 to a peak of US$ 8,625 million in 2014. Following this peak, sales entered a period of volatility, dipping to US$ 8,008 million in 2016 before recovering slightly to US$ 8,235 million in 2017.
- Long-lived Assets
- The asset base showed significant expansion over the period. After remaining stable around US$ 6,900 million between 2012 and 2013, long-lived assets jumped to US$ 8,174 million in 2014. Despite a slight contraction in subsequent years, the asset base reached its maximum level of US$ 8,547 million by August 31, 2017.
- Area Asset Turnover
- The asset turnover ratio peaked at 1.17 in 2013, reflecting the highest level of operational efficiency in the period. However, a general downward trend is observed thereafter, with the ratio falling to 0.96 by 2017. The decline indicates that the growth in long-lived assets outperformed the growth in net sales, resulting in a lower volume of revenue generated per unit of asset investment.
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Area Asset Turnover: Europe-Africa
Monsanto Co.; Europe-Africa; area asset turnover calculation
| Aug 31, 2017 | Aug 31, 2016 | Aug 31, 2015 | Aug 31, 2014 | Aug 31, 2013 | Aug 31, 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selected Financial Data (US$ in millions) | ||||||
| Net sales to unaffiliated customers | 1,841) | 1,536) | 1,834) | 2,192) | 2,042) | 1,716) |
| Long-lived assets | 1,591) | 1,321) | 1,309) | 1,460) | 1,345) | 1,155) |
| Area Activity Ratio | ||||||
| Area asset turnover1 | 1.16 | 1.16 | 1.40 | 1.50 | 1.52 | 1.49 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31).
1 2017 Calculation
Area asset turnover = Net sales to unaffiliated customers ÷ Long-lived assets
= 1,841 ÷ 1,591 = 1.16
Analysis of the Europe-Africa region reveals a period of volatility in revenue generation coupled with a general expansion of the long-lived asset base, resulting in a decline in overall asset efficiency between 2012 and 2017.
- Net Sales to Unaffiliated Customers
- Revenue exhibited a growth phase from 2012 to 2014, peaking at 2,192 million US dollars. This was followed by a two-year contraction, reaching a period low of 1,536 million US dollars in 2016. A recovery occurred in 2017, with sales increasing to 1,841 million US dollars, although this remained below the 2014 peak.
- Long-lived Assets
- The asset base showed a general upward trajectory over the analyzed period. Assets grew from 1,155 million US dollars in 2012 to 1,591 million US dollars in 2017. Despite a slight contraction in 2015, the long-term trend indicates sustained investment in the region's infrastructure and resources.
- Area Asset Turnover
- The asset turnover ratio, which measures the efficiency of assets in generating revenue, peaked at 1.52 in 2013. Following this peak, a consistent downward trend is observed, with the ratio falling to 1.16 by 2016 and remaining stagnant at that level in 2017. This decline suggests that the growth in long-lived assets has outpaced the growth in net sales, leading to diminished capital productivity in the Europe-Africa area.
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Area Asset Turnover: Brazil
Monsanto Co.; Brazil; area asset turnover calculation
| Aug 31, 2017 | Aug 31, 2016 | Aug 31, 2015 | Aug 31, 2014 | Aug 31, 2013 | Aug 31, 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selected Financial Data (US$ in millions) | ||||||
| Net sales to unaffiliated customers | 1,782) | 1,437) | 1,725) | 1,778) | 1,547) | 1,588) |
| Long-lived assets | 746) | 665) | 614) | 871) | 696) | 760) |
| Area Activity Ratio | ||||||
| Area asset turnover1 | 2.39 | 2.16 | 2.81 | 2.04 | 2.22 | 2.09 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31).
1 2017 Calculation
Area asset turnover = Net sales to unaffiliated customers ÷ Long-lived assets
= 1,782 ÷ 746 = 2.39
The financial performance in Brazil between 2012 and 2017 is characterized by fluctuations in both revenue generation and asset utilization, resulting in a variable area asset turnover ratio.
- Net Sales Trends
- Net sales to unaffiliated customers demonstrated a non-linear trajectory over the analyzed period. After remaining relatively stable between 2012 and 2013, sales peaked in 2014 at US$ 1,778 million. A notable contraction occurred in 2016, where sales fell to a period low of US$ 1,437 million, before recovering to a peak of US$ 1,782 million by August 31, 2017.
- Long-Lived Asset Dynamics
- The investment in long-lived assets exhibited significant volatility. Assets increased to a high of US$ 871 million in 2014, followed by a sharp decline to US$ 614 million in 2015. Subsequent years showed a gradual recovery, with assets rising to US$ 746 million by 2017.
- Area Asset Turnover Analysis
- The asset turnover ratio remained above 2.0 throughout the six-year period, indicating that the operation consistently generated more than double its long-lived asset value in annual sales. A significant peak in efficiency was observed in 2015, where the ratio reached 2.81; this was primarily driven by the substantial reduction in long-lived assets during that fiscal year rather than a surge in sales. Following this peak, the ratio normalized, ending the period at 2.39 in 2017.
Overall, the data suggests a period of asset optimization or restructuring around 2015, which temporarily boosted efficiency ratios. The eventual increase in both sales and long-lived assets by 2017 indicates a return to growth while maintaining an asset turnover ratio higher than the 2012 baseline.
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Area Asset Turnover: Argentina
Monsanto Co.; Argentina; area asset turnover calculation
| Aug 31, 2017 | Aug 31, 2016 | Aug 31, 2015 | Aug 31, 2014 | Aug 31, 2013 | Aug 31, 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selected Financial Data (US$ in millions) | ||||||
| Net sales to unaffiliated customers | 969) | 856) | 871) | 1,092) | 1,121) | 873) |
| Long-lived assets | 352) | 345) | 427) | 396) | 347) | 272) |
| Area Activity Ratio | ||||||
| Area asset turnover1 | 2.75 | 2.48 | 2.04 | 2.76 | 3.23 | 3.21 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31).
1 2017 Calculation
Area asset turnover = Net sales to unaffiliated customers ÷ Long-lived assets
= 969 ÷ 352 = 2.75
The operational performance in Argentina from 2012 to 2017 was characterized by significant volatility in revenue generation and asset efficiency, with a notable decline in productivity peaking in 2015 followed by a recovery phase.
- Net Sales to Unaffiliated Customers
- Revenue experienced an initial increase, peaking at 1,121 million US$ in 2013. This was followed by a three-year downward trend, reaching a low of 856 million US$ in 2016. A recovery occurred in 2017, with sales rising to 969 million US$, although this remained below the 2013 peak.
- Long-lived Assets
- There was a consistent expansion of the asset base from 2012 to 2015, during which long-lived assets grew from 272 million US$ to a maximum of 427 million US$. Following this peak, a contraction occurred in 2016, with asset values dropping to 345 million US$ and remaining relatively stable at 352 million US$ by 2017.
- Area Asset Turnover
- The asset turnover ratio reflects a period of diminishing efficiency between 2013 and 2015. While the ratio remained stable at approximately 3.2 in 2012 and 2013, it declined sharply to 2.04 by 2015. This deterioration was driven by the simultaneous occurrence of falling net sales and increasing long-lived assets. Subsequent improvements were observed in 2016 and 2017, with the ratio recovering to 2.75, resulting from both a reduction in the asset base and a resurgence in sales volume.
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Area Asset Turnover: Asia-Pacific
Monsanto Co.; Asia-Pacific; area asset turnover calculation
| Aug 31, 2017 | Aug 31, 2016 | Aug 31, 2015 | Aug 31, 2014 | Aug 31, 2013 | Aug 31, 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selected Financial Data (US$ in millions) | ||||||
| Net sales to unaffiliated customers | 552) | 483) | 686) | 837) | 806) | 837) |
| Long-lived assets | 258) | 277) | 293) | 315) | 270) | 308) |
| Area Activity Ratio | ||||||
| Area asset turnover1 | 2.14 | 1.74 | 2.34 | 2.66 | 2.99 | 2.72 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31).
1 2017 Calculation
Area asset turnover = Net sales to unaffiliated customers ÷ Long-lived assets
= 552 ÷ 258 = 2.14
An analysis of the Asia-Pacific region between August 31, 2012, and August 31, 2017, reveals a period of significant volatility in revenue generation and a subsequent decline in asset utilization efficiency, followed by a partial recovery in the final year.
- Net Sales Trends
- Net sales to unaffiliated customers remained relatively stable between 2012 and 2014, fluctuating around the 800 million USD mark. However, a sharp downward trend occurred starting in 2015, with sales dropping to 686 million USD and reaching a period low of 483 million USD in 2016. A recovery was noted in 2017, with sales increasing to 552 million USD.
- Long-lived Asset Stability
- Long-lived assets in the region exhibited more stability than sales, though a general downward trajectory is observable toward the end of the period. Assets peaked at 315 million USD in 2014 and declined steadily to 258 million USD by 2017. This suggests a gradual reduction in the regional asset base or a depreciation of existing assets over time.
- Area Asset Turnover Efficiency
- The area asset turnover ratio, which measures the efficiency of generating sales from long-lived assets, peaked at 2.99 in 2013. Following this peak, the ratio experienced a consistent decline, bottoming out at 1.74 in 2016. This deterioration was primarily driven by the steep drop in net sales, as the reduction in sales far outpaced the reduction in long-lived assets. In 2017, the ratio improved to 2.14, reflecting a renewed alignment between the asset base and sales volume.
The overall financial trajectory for the Asia-Pacific region indicates a period of operational contraction between 2014 and 2016, where asset productivity diminished. The recovery observed in 2017 suggests an improvement in the ability to leverage regional assets to drive revenue.
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Area Asset Turnover: Canada
Monsanto Co.; Canada; area asset turnover calculation
| Aug 31, 2017 | Aug 31, 2016 | Aug 31, 2015 | Aug 31, 2014 | Aug 31, 2013 | Aug 31, 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selected Financial Data (US$ in millions) | ||||||
| Net sales to unaffiliated customers | 734) | 619) | 601) | 636) | 615) | 541) |
| Long-lived assets | 97) | 87) | 104) | 124) | 100) | 98) |
| Area Activity Ratio | ||||||
| Area asset turnover1 | 7.57 | 7.11 | 5.78 | 5.13 | 6.15 | 5.52 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31).
1 2017 Calculation
Area asset turnover = Net sales to unaffiliated customers ÷ Long-lived assets
= 734 ÷ 97 = 7.57
Analysis of the Canadian operations indicates a consistent improvement in asset utilization efficiency between 2012 and 2017, characterized by growing revenue streams relative to a stable asset base.
- Net Sales Performance
- Revenue from unaffiliated customers exhibited an overall growth trajectory, increasing from US$ 541 million in 2012 to US$ 734 million in 2017. While a temporary contraction occurred in 2015, with sales dropping to US$ 601 million, a significant recovery followed, culminating in the period's peak revenue in 2017.
- Long-lived Asset Management
- Asset levels remained relatively contained, oscillating between US$ 87 million and US$ 124 million. A peak in long-lived assets was recorded in 2014, followed by a downward trend that reached a minimum of US$ 87 million in 2016. This suggests a period of asset optimization or depreciation that coincided with the latter half of the observed timeframe.
- Area Asset Turnover Efficiency
- The area asset turnover ratio demonstrates a general upward trend, rising from 5.52 in 2012 to 7.57 in 2017. A notable decline to 5.13 occurred in 2014, which correlates directly with the increase in long-lived assets during that year. However, the ratio improved aggressively from 2015 onward, indicating a substantial increase in the capacity to generate sales per unit of investment in long-lived assets.
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Area Asset Turnover: Mexico
Monsanto Co.; Mexico; area asset turnover calculation
| Aug 31, 2017 | Aug 31, 2016 | Aug 31, 2015 | Aug 31, 2014 | Aug 31, 2013 | Aug 31, 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selected Financial Data (US$ in millions) | ||||||
| Net sales to unaffiliated customers | 415) | 436) | 537) | 503) | 466) | 385) |
| Long-lived assets | 140) | 138) | 163) | 135) | 118) | 104) |
| Area Activity Ratio | ||||||
| Area asset turnover1 | 2.96 | 3.16 | 3.29 | 3.73 | 3.95 | 3.70 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31).
1 2017 Calculation
Area asset turnover = Net sales to unaffiliated customers ÷ Long-lived assets
= 415 ÷ 140 = 2.96
Between 2012 and 2017, the operations in Mexico exhibited a period of growth followed by a moderate contraction. Net sales to unaffiliated customers rose from 385 million USD in 2012 to a peak of 537 million USD in 2015. This growth phase was accompanied by a steady increase in long-lived assets, which grew from 104 million USD in 2012 to a peak of 163 million USD in 2015. Following this peak, both sales and asset levels declined, with net sales ending at 415 million USD and long-lived assets at 140 million USD by August 31, 2017.
- Area Asset Turnover Performance
- The asset turnover ratio peaked in 2013 at 3.95, indicating the highest level of efficiency in utilizing assets to generate revenue. From 2014 through 2017, a consistent downward trend is observed, with the ratio declining to 2.96.
- Operational Efficiency Analysis
- The divergence between asset growth and revenue generation is evident after 2013. Although assets continued to increase through 2015, the rate of sales growth was insufficient to maintain the turnover ratio, leading to a drop from 3.95 to 3.29 during that period. The subsequent decline in the ratio through 2017 suggests that revenue contracted more rapidly than the divestment or depreciation of long-lived assets, resulting in reduced asset productivity.
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Area Asset Turnover: Other
Monsanto Co.; Other; area asset turnover calculation
| Aug 31, 2017 | Aug 31, 2016 | Aug 31, 2015 | Aug 31, 2014 | Aug 31, 2013 | Aug 31, 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selected Financial Data (US$ in millions) | ||||||
| Net sales to unaffiliated customers | 112) | 127) | 135) | 192) | 220) | 197) |
| Long-lived assets | 387) | 354) | 394) | 381) | 376) | 369) |
| Area Activity Ratio | ||||||
| Area asset turnover1 | 0.29 | 0.36 | 0.34 | 0.50 | 0.59 | 0.53 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31).
1 2017 Calculation
Area asset turnover = Net sales to unaffiliated customers ÷ Long-lived assets
= 112 ÷ 387 = 0.29
The financial performance for the "Other" geographic area indicates a significant decline in operational efficiency and revenue generation between 2012 and 2017. While the asset base remained relatively stable, a consistent decrease in net sales led to a substantial erosion of the area asset turnover ratio.
- Net Sales to Unaffiliated Customers
- Revenue exhibited an initial increase, peaking at 220 million USD in 2013, before entering a sustained downward trajectory. By August 31, 2017, sales declined to 112 million USD, representing a significant contraction in market reach or demand within this specific geographic segment over the observed period.
- Long-Lived Assets
- The investment in long-lived assets remained relatively stagnant, fluctuating within a narrow range from 369 million USD in 2012 to 387 million USD in 2017. The absence of significant asset reductions despite falling revenues indicates that the cost structure associated with these assets did not scale down in alignment with the declining sales.
- Area Asset Turnover
- The area asset turnover ratio demonstrates a clear negative trend, falling from 0.53 in 2012 to 0.29 in 2017. After reaching a peak of 0.59 in 2013, the ratio declined steadily, reflecting a diminishing capacity to utilize long-lived assets effectively to generate sales. The halving of the turnover ratio by 2017 underscores a marked decrease in the productivity of the assets deployed in this area.
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Net sales to unaffiliated customers
Monsanto Co., net sales to unaffiliated customers by geographic area
US$ in millions
| Aug 31, 2017 | Aug 31, 2016 | Aug 31, 2015 | Aug 31, 2014 | Aug 31, 2013 | Aug 31, 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 8,235) | 8,008) | 8,612) | 8,625) | 8,044) | 7,367) |
| Europe-Africa | 1,841) | 1,536) | 1,834) | 2,192) | 2,042) | 1,716) |
| Brazil | 1,782) | 1,437) | 1,725) | 1,778) | 1,547) | 1,588) |
| Argentina | 969) | 856) | 871) | 1,092) | 1,121) | 873) |
| Asia-Pacific | 552) | 483) | 686) | 837) | 806) | 837) |
| Canada | 734) | 619) | 601) | 636) | 615) | 541) |
| Mexico | 415) | 436) | 537) | 503) | 466) | 385) |
| Other | 112) | 127) | 135) | 192) | 220) | 197) |
| Total | 14,640) | 13,502) | 15,001) | 15,855) | 14,861) | 13,504) |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31).
Total net sales to unaffiliated customers exhibited a cyclical trend between 2012 and 2017. Revenue climbed from US$ 13,504 million in 2012 to a peak of US$ 15,855 million in 2014, followed by a period of contraction that reached a low of US$ 13,502 million in 2016, before recovering to US$ 14,640 million in 2017.
- United States Market Dominance
- The United States represents the primary revenue driver, consistently accounting for the largest share of net sales. Revenue in this region grew from US$ 7,367 million in 2012 to a peak of US$ 8,625 million in 2014. Despite a dip to US$ 8,008 million in 2016, the market demonstrated resilience with a recovery to US$ 8,235 million by 2017.
- Latin American Market Volatility
- Brazil and Argentina show significant fluctuations. Brazil's sales peaked in 2014 at US$ 1,778 million, declined to US$ 1,437 million in 2016, and rebounded strongly to US$ 1,782 million in 2017. Argentina experienced a peak in 2013 at US$ 1,121 million, followed by a general decline and a subsequent recovery to US$ 969 million in 2017.
- European and African Performance
- The Europe-Africa segment showed substantial volatility, peaking at US$ 2,192 million in 2014 before falling to US$ 1,536 million in 2016. By 2017, sales in this region recovered to US$ 1,841 million, reflecting the broader corporate trend of contraction and recovery.
- Asia-Pacific and Other Regions
- A sustained downward trend is observed in the Asia-Pacific region, where sales decreased from US$ 837 million in 2012 to a low of US$ 483 million in 2016, with only a modest recovery to US$ 552 million in 2017. Similarly, the "Other" category declined steadily from US$ 197 million in 2012 to US$ 112 million in 2017.
- Canadian Growth Trends
- Canada stands out as a region of consistent growth. Sales increased from US$ 541 million in 2012 to US$ 734 million in 2017, representing a steady upward trajectory compared to the volatility seen in other international markets.
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Long-lived assets
Monsanto Co., long-lived assets by geographic area
US$ in millions
| Aug 31, 2017 | Aug 31, 2016 | Aug 31, 2015 | Aug 31, 2014 | Aug 31, 2013 | Aug 31, 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 8,547) | 7,779) | 7,714) | 8,174) | 6,881) | 6,950) |
| Europe-Africa | 1,591) | 1,321) | 1,309) | 1,460) | 1,345) | 1,155) |
| Brazil | 746) | 665) | 614) | 871) | 696) | 760) |
| Argentina | 352) | 345) | 427) | 396) | 347) | 272) |
| Asia-Pacific | 258) | 277) | 293) | 315) | 270) | 308) |
| Canada | 97) | 87) | 104) | 124) | 100) | 98) |
| Mexico | 140) | 138) | 163) | 135) | 118) | 104) |
| Other | 387) | 354) | 394) | 381) | 376) | 369) |
| Total | 12,118) | 10,966) | 11,018) | 11,856) | 10,133) | 10,016) |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31).
Total long-lived assets exhibited an overall growth trajectory between 2012 and 2017, increasing from US$ 10,016 million to US$ 12,118 million. Although a significant peak occurred in 2014, followed by a period of moderate contraction in 2015 and 2016, the asset base recovered to reach its highest reported value by the end of the 2017 period.
- Domestic Asset Concentration
- The United States represents the primary concentration of long-lived assets, consistently accounting for the vast majority of the total asset base. Assets in this region grew from US$ 6,950 million in 2012 to US$ 8,547 million in 2017. A notable increase was observed in 2014, where assets rose to US$ 8,174 million, establishing a higher baseline for subsequent years.
- International Expansion and Growth
- Steady growth is observed in the Europe-Africa region, where assets increased from US$ 1,155 million in 2012 to US$ 1,591 million in 2017. Similarly, Mexico showed a consistent upward trend, with assets rising from US$ 104 million in 2012 to US$ 140 million by 2017, reflecting a sustained increase in regional investment.
- Regional Volatility in South America
- Assets in Brazil and Argentina displayed significant fluctuations. Brazil's assets peaked in 2014 at US$ 871 million before dropping to US$ 614 million in 2015, eventually recovering to US$ 746 million in 2017. Argentina followed a similar non-linear pattern, peaking at US$ 427 million in 2015 before declining to US$ 352 million by 2017.
- Regional Asset Contraction
- A general downward trend is observable in the Asia-Pacific region, where assets declined from US$ 308 million in 2012 to US$ 258 million in 2017. Canada remained relatively stagnant, ending the period at US$ 97 million, nearly identical to its 2012 starting value of US$ 98 million.
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