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Eastman Chemical Company(EMN)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$64.41
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for EMN

11/06/2026: EMN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Eastman Chemical Company is a major global specialty materials provider that creates essential components for diverse industries, ranging from construction to consumer packaging. The company is known for its strong focus on specialty copolyesters and additives, and it is currently positioning itself as a leader in the transition toward a circular economy through advanced molecular recycling technology. While its scale and innovation provide a competitive advantage, the company remains subject to risks from cyclical industrial demand, raw material price volatility, and the execution of its ambitious recycling initiatives. Eastman may appeal to value and dividend-oriented investors seeking exposure to the materials sector while monitoring progress in sustainability growth.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers growth potential via sustainable innovation, but it remains tied to industrial chemical demand cycles.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum depends on the current cyclical upturn and progress in scaling circular economy revenues.
Value investorStrong fitEastman often trades at valuations that reflect its industrial nature, potentially offering value if the market underappreciates its circular transition.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company has a reliable history of returning capital through dividends and share repurchases.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile established, the stock is subject to industrial cyclicality and commodity price volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highProfitability is sensitive to energy and feedstock price fluctuations.
Valuation riskMediumThe stock's valuation is often sensitive to global industrial production cycles.
Competition risk (Specialty chemicals)Medium / highGlobal competitors frequently challenge margins in commoditized specialty segments.
Business qualityMediumThe company is a major, stable provider but faces challenges transitioning toward higher-margin sustainable solutions.
Dividend incomeLowDividends are considered stable and supported by strong cash generation.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful ramp-up of large-scale molecular recycling plants is critical for long-term growth targets.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -8.86%
Avg. Invested days 29
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
EMN receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
EMN has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-47.6%), soft cash generation (FCF margin 4.8%), negative revenue growth (-6.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
EMN's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (4.8% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
EMN's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being revenue growth at -6.7% FY2025 versus FY2024. By comparison, while earnings growth (-47.6%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-38.4%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 94.7% and approximately 99.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.93%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 14.80%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 6.60%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 4.51%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.51%
State Street Corp 3.64%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
EMN generates approximately $211 of gross profit, $106 of operating income, and $48 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with moderate cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 16.37%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
EMN has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedSmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 7.36B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 11.69
1Y Target Price 75.12
Price to earnings Ratio 11.69
1Y Target Price 75.12
Volume (30-day avg) 1.5M shares
Beta 1.08
52 Weeks Range 53.44 - 80.53
Updated Date 11/06/2026
52 Weeks Range 53.44 - 80.53
Updated Date 11/06/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 5.11%
Basic EPS (TTM) 5.51

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Advanced MaterialsPerformance films, high-end copolyesters, and durable plastics.The higher-margin growth engine focused on specialty, sustainable applications.
Additives & Functional ProductsAdditives for construction, transport, and consumer goods.Steady revenue stream linked to global building and infrastructure activity.
FibersAcetate tow for cigarette filters and textile fibers.A reliable, cash-generative segment serving mature markets.
Chemical IntermediatesBasic chemicals and solvents used internally and sold to others.The commodity-linked segment most exposed to raw material price swings.

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 2026-10-29
When After Market
Estimate 1.92
Actual 1.84

Profitability

Profit Margin 6.91%
Operating Margin (TTM) 13.21%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.99%
Return on Equity (TTM) 10.3%

Valuation

Trailing PE 11.69
Forward PE 9.73
Enterprise Value 11.96B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.81
Enterprise Value 11.96B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.81
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.32
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.52
Shares Outstanding 114.33M
Shares Floating 113.26M
Shares Outstanding 114.33M
Shares Floating 113.26M
Percent Insiders 0.93
Percent Institutions 94.69

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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