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Calumet Specialty Products Partners (CLMT)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: CLMT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
7 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $19.05
1 Year Target Price $19.05
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 3 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -31.2% | Avg. Invested days 29 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.19B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 19.05 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 19.05 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7 | Beta 0.91 | 52 Weeks Range 7.68 - 25.29 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 7.68 - 25.29 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -5.27 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-08 | When - | Estimate -0.26 | Actual -1.7 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -11.12% | Operating Margin (TTM) -9.42% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -3.99% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1172.22% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 11.35 | Enterprise Value 3419543148 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.29 |
Enterprise Value 3419543148 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.29 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.84 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 17.2 | Shares Outstanding 86752200 | Shares Floating 62714054 |
Shares Outstanding 86752200 | Shares Floating 62714054 | ||
Percent Insiders 22.07 | Percent Institutions 55.56 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Calumet Specialty Products Partners
Company Overview
History and Background
Calumet Specialty Products Partners, L.P. was founded in 1916. It has evolved from a regional asphalt supplier to a global producer of specialty hydrocarbon products. Significant milestones include acquisitions and expansions into diverse specialty product lines.
Core Business Areas
- Specialty Products and Solutions: This segment produces a diverse range of specialty products, including waxes, solvents, petrolatums, white mineral oils, and other specialty hydrocarbon products used in various applications such as adhesives, sealants, inks, and coatings.
- Performance Brands: This segment includes Royal Purple and Bel-Ray branded lubricants targeting automotive, industrial, and recreational markets. They offer high-performance lubricants for engines, transmissions, and other mechanical systems.
- Montana Renewables: This segment includes renewable diesel produced from soybean oil and tallow.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by a board of directors and an executive leadership team. The organizational structure is designed to support its diversified business segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Waxes: Calumet produces various waxes used in candles, packaging, and other applications. Market share data is not publicly available in aggregate. Competitors include Sonneborn, ExxonMobil, and Shell.
- Solvents: Calumet offers a range of solvents used in paints, coatings, and cleaning products. Market share data is not publicly available in aggregate. Competitors include ExxonMobil, Shell, and LyondellBasell.
- Royal Purple Lubricants: High-performance synthetic lubricants for automotive applications. Market share is in the premium synthetic segment but varies widely by application. Competitors include Mobil 1, Amsoil, and Pennzoil.
- Renewable Diesel: Renewable diesel produced from soybean oil and tallow. Competitors are Neste and Marathon Petroleum.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The specialty hydrocarbon industry is characterized by diverse applications and niche markets. Factors affecting the industry include raw material prices, regulatory changes, and technological advancements.
Positioning
Calumet is a significant player in the specialty hydrocarbon market, with a focus on high-value products and customized solutions. Its competitive advantages include its diverse product portfolio, technical expertise, and customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market is estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually. Calumet is positioned to capture a portion of this market through its specialty products and customer-centric approach.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified product portfolio
- Technical expertise
- Customer relationships
- Strong brand recognition (Royal Purple)
- Renewable diesel production
Weaknesses
- Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
- High debt levels
- Complex operational structure
- Past history of financial losses
- High cost structure
Opportunities
- Growing demand for specialty hydrocarbon products
- Expansion into new markets and applications
- Technological advancements in refining and processing
- Increasing demand for renewable fuels
- Strategic partnerships and acquisitions
Threats
- Regulatory changes and environmental concerns
- Competition from larger oil and gas companies
- Economic downturns and reduced industrial activity
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Technological obsolescence
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- MPC
- CVX
- XOM
- NESTE.HE
Competitive Landscape
Calumet faces intense competition from larger, more diversified oil and gas companies. Its advantage lies in niche markets and specialized products but its smaller size poses challenges.
Major Acquisitions
Paragon Oil Holdings LLC
- Year: 2012
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 540
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Calumet's presence in the crude oil market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been affected by commodity price fluctuations and debt challenges. The company is now focusing on renewable energy.
Future Projections: Future projections are dependent on renewable diesel demand and efficiency in specialty product lines.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include renewable diesel production and optimizing the specialty products business.
Summary
Calumet Specialty Products Partners is a diversified company with strengths in specialty hydrocarbons and renewable diesel. Its growth depends on managing commodity price risks and debt, along with successful expansion in the renewable fuels segment. The company faces strong competition from larger players in the energy sector and needs to improve cashflows. Renewable diesel offers some prospects for growth and stability.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- Market research reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Financial data is based on available information and may not be fully comprehensive.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Calumet Specialty Products Partners
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Indianapolis, IN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2006-01-26 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Louis Todd Borgmann | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Specialty Chemicals | Full time employees 1620 | Website https://calumet.com |
Full time employees 1620 | Website https://calumet.com | ||
Calumet, Inc. manufactures, formulates, and markets a diversified slate of specialty branded products and renewable fuels to various consumer-facing and industrial markets in North America and internationally. It operates through Specialty Products and Solutions; Montana/Renewables; and Performance Brands segments. The Specialty Products and Solutions segment offers various solvents, waxes, customized lubricating oils, white oils, petrolatums, gels, esters, and other products. Its Montana/Renewables segment focuses on processing renewable feedstocks into renewable diesel, sustainable aviation fuel, renewable hydrogen, renewable natural gas, renewable propane, and renewable naphtha. This segment also processes Canadian crude oil into conventional gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and specialty grades of asphalt. The Performance Brands segment blends, packages, and markets high performance products through Royal Purple, Bel-Ray, and TruFuel brands. It serves wholesale distributors and retail chains. Calumet, Inc. was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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