SEC Fines Archer-Daniels-Midland $40 Million for Accounting Fraud

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission fined Archer-Daniels-Midland Co. (NYSE: ADM) $40 million on January 28, 2026, for accounting fraud violations. The agribusiness giant agreed to settle charges that it misrepresented earnings from its nutrition segment over multiple reporting periods. ADM's former CFO was also charged for his role in the misconduct. The company has agreed to cease and desist from future violations but did not admit or deny the SEC's findings. This settlement follows an internal investigation ADM launched in January 2024 that delayed its quarterly earnings reporting.