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AdvanSix Inc(ASIX)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ASIX
09/25/2026: ASIX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
AdvanSix Inc is a US-based chemical company specializing in nylon 6, chemical intermediates, and fertilizers. Its core strengths include a well-integrated, efficient manufacturing footprint at its Hopewell facility, which supports its competitiveness in cyclical markets. The company's primary investment story centers on its operational optimization and expansion into recycled nylon feedstocks to meet modern demand. However, investors must consider risks related to its cyclical exposure, significant plant concentration, and commodity price volatility. AdvanSix may suit value-oriented investors who monitor cyclical industrial trends, though those seeking consistent dividend growth may find it less fitting than other industrial players.
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Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company is a mature industrial entity with moderate growth rather than a rapid expansion play. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum depends heavily on favorable commodity price cycles and industrial demand upturns. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The stock often trades at valuations reflective of its cyclical commodity exposure. |
| Dividend investor | Mixed fit | The company prioritizes capital reinvestment and share repurchases over consistent high-yield dividends. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High commodity price volatility makes this a less suitable choice for low-risk portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Profitability is closely tied to the volatile spreads between raw material inputs and finished chemical products. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Cyclical peaks can lead to overvaluation, while troughs can suppress the stock price significantly. |
| Competition risk (commodity chemicals) | Medium / high | Global competitors with scale can pressure pricing and margins in nylon and fertilizer markets. |
| Business quality | Medium | The company relies heavily on the performance and reliability of a centralized manufacturing facility. |
| Dividend income | Low | Returns are primarily focused on capital appreciation and buybacks rather than recurring income. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Operational success is dependent on managing maintenance and capital projects at the main Hopewell plant. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -26.82% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 425.27M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 20 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 20 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 270.5K shares | Beta 1.25 | 52 Weeks Range 13.75 - 26.28 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 13.75 - 26.28 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.87% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.64 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Nylon Solutions | Caprolactam, nylon 6 resin, and related chemicals for industrial/automotive markets. | This is their core business, tied directly to manufacturing and automotive demand. |
| Fertilizers | Ammonium sulfate for global agricultural markets. | Revenue fluctuates with crop prices and seasonal farming activity. |
| Geography | North American production with global distribution. | The company is highly concentrated in the US but serves global markets. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 863.05M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.27 |
Enterprise Value 863.05M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.27 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.55 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.92 | Shares Outstanding 27.00M | Shares Floating 24.50M |
Shares Outstanding 27.00M | Shares Floating 24.50M | ||
Percent Insiders 3.15 | Percent Institutions 93.84 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About AdvanSix Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Parsippany, NJ, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2016-10-03 | CEO, President & Director Ms. Erin N. Kane | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Chemicals | Full time employees 1410 | Website https://www.advansix.com |
Full time employees 1410 | Website https://www.advansix.com | ||
AdvanSix Inc., integrated chemistry company, engages in the manufacture and sale of polymer resins in the United States and internationally. The company offers Nylon 6, a polymer resin, which is a synthetic material used to produce fibers, filaments, engineered plastics, and films. It also provides caprolactam to manufacture polymer resins; ammonium sulfate fertilizers to distributors, farm cooperatives, and retailers; and acetone that are used in the production of adhesives, paints, coatings, solvents, herbicides, and resins. In addition, the company offers intermediate chemicals, including phenol, alpha-methylstyrene, cyclohexanone, oximes, cyclohexanol, and alkyl and specialty amines; and cyclohexanol, sulfuric acid, ammonia, and carbon dioxide, as well as automotive components, water treatment, and pharmaceutical intermediates. It offers its products under the Aegis, Sulf-N, Nadone, Naxol, and EZ-Blox under brand names. The company sells its products directly and through distributors. AdvanSix Inc. was incorporated in 2016 and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey.
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