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Celanese Corporation (CE)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/13/2025: CE (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 10.89% | Avg. Invested days 27 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 5.98B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 60.65 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 60.65 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2198398 | Beta 1.13 | 52 Weeks Range 36.27 - 146.12 | Updated Date 06/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 36.27 - 146.12 | Updated Date 06/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.22% | Basic EPS (TTM) -15.12 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -16.54% | Operating Margin (TTM) 7.41% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.66% | Return on Equity (TTM) -24.98% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 11.56 | Enterprise Value 18171924404 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.59 |
Enterprise Value 18171924404 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.59 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.81 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 59 | Shares Outstanding 109407000 | Shares Floating 100303579 |
Shares Outstanding 109407000 | Shares Floating 100303579 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.42 | Percent Institutions 108.59 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3.44 | Target Price 58.95 | Buy - | Strong Buy 5 |
Buy - | Strong Buy 5 | ||
Hold 12 | Sell - | Strong Sell 1 | |
Strong Sell 1 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Celanese Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
Celanese Corporation was founded in 1918 as the American Cellulose & Chemical Manufacturing Company. It has evolved from a cellulose acetate producer to a global leader in chemical and specialty materials. Key milestones include expansion into various chemical products and strategic acquisitions.
Core Business Areas
- Engineered Materials: Develops and produces specialty polymers for automotive, electronics, medical, and industrial applications.
- Acetyl Chain: Manufactures acetyl products, including acetic acid, vinyl acetate monomer (VAM), and related derivatives, used in various industrial and consumer applications.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team is headed by Lori Ryerkerk (CEO). The organizational structure is divided into business segments and functional departments, enabling focused management and operational efficiency.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Acetal Copolymer (POM): Celanese is a leading producer of POM, used in automotive, consumer products, and industrial applications. Market share varies by region but is estimated to be around 25-30% globally. Competitors include DuPont (DD) and BASF (BASF.DE).
- Acetic Acid: A key building block for various chemical products. Celanese is one of the largest producers globally. Competitors include LyondellBasell (LYB) and BP (BP).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The chemical industry is cyclical and influenced by global economic conditions, raw material prices, and regulatory changes. Demand is driven by end-markets such as automotive, construction, and consumer goods.
Positioning
Celanese holds a leading position in engineered materials and acetyl products due to its scale, technology, and geographic reach. Competitive advantages include cost leadership and product innovation.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The estimated TAM for Celanese's key products is around $70 billion. Celanese is positioned to capture a significant share of this market through its diverse product portfolio and global presence.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global scale and reach
- Cost leadership in acetyl chain
- Strong market positions in key products
- Technological innovation
- Diversified product portfolio
Weaknesses
- Cyclical business model
- Exposure to raw material price fluctuations
- High debt levels
- Sensitivity to global economic conditions
Opportunities
- Growing demand for engineered materials in emerging markets
- Strategic acquisitions to expand product portfolio
- Innovation in sustainable materials
- Expansion into new applications
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Regulatory changes
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Geopolitical risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- DD
- LYB
- SHW
- HUN
- EMN
Competitive Landscape
Celanese competes on cost, technology, and geographic reach. Its advantages include scale and cost leadership in acetyl products. Disadvantages include cyclicality and exposure to raw material prices.
Major Acquisitions
Nilit Plastics
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 1500
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded the company's engineered materials product portfolio and strengthened its presence in key markets.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts project moderate growth in revenue and earnings, driven by increased demand for engineered materials and acetyl products.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include capacity expansions, product innovation, and sustainability initiatives.
Summary
Celanese is a leading chemical and specialty materials company with a strong market position and global reach. Its cost leadership in acetyl products and diversified portfolio are key strengths. The company faces challenges related to cyclicality and raw material price volatility but is poised for growth through strategic initiatives and expansion in emerging markets.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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- Company Filings
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is estimated and may vary.
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Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Celanese Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Irving, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2005-01-21 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Scott A. Richardson | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Chemicals | Full time employees 11000 | Website https://www.celanese.com |
Full time employees 11000 | Website https://www.celanese.com | ||
Celanese Corporation, a chemical and specialty materials company, manufactures and sells engineered polymers worldwide. The Engineered Materials segment offers nylon and polypropylene compounds and formulations, high temperature nylon, polyoxymethylene, polyethylene and polybutylene terephthalates, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene, long-chain polyamides, long-fiber reinforced thermoplastics, liquid crystal polymers, thermoplastic elastomers and vulcanizates, polyphenylene sulfide, ethylene vinyl acetate pharmaceutical grade copolymers, and ethylene acrylic elastomers for use in automotive, medical, industrial, energy storage, consumer electronics, appliance, construction, filtration equipment, telecommunication, beverage, electrical, and consumer apparel applications. Its Acetyl Chain segment produces and supplies acetyl products, including acetic acid, vinyl acetate monomers, vinyl acetate ethylene emulsions, conventional emulsions, ethylene vinyl acetate resins and compounds, low-density polyethylene resins, redispersible powders, acetic anhydride, ethyl acetates, formaldehydes, butyl acetates, acetate tows, and acetate flakes for use in paints, coatings, adhesives, textiles, paper finishing, flexible packaging, lamination products, pharmaceuticals, films, inks, plasticizers, solvents, automotive parts, external thermal insulation composite systems, tiling, plasters and renders, lubricants, filtration, food and beverage, consumer goods, and food packaging applications. The company offers its products under the Celanyl, FRIANYL, ECOMID, Zytel, Celcon, Hostaform, Celanex, Crastin, Thermx, Rynite, GUR, Celstran, Factor, Vectra, Zenite, Forprene, Sofprene, Laprene, Hytrel, Santoprene, Dytron, Geolast, Vamac, Polifor, Tecnoprene, and VitalDose brands. It sells its products directly to customers and through distributors; and serves original equipment manufacturers and suppliers. Celanese Corporation was founded in 1912 and is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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