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Element Solutions Inc (ESI)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/02/2025: ESI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
11 Analysts rated it
Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.
1 Year Target Price $26.6
1 Year Target Price $26.6
| 7 | Strong Buy |
| 3 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -11.41% | Avg. Invested days 41 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/02/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 5.53B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 19.48 | 1Y Target Price 26.6 |
Price to earnings Ratio 19.48 | 1Y Target Price 26.6 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 11 | Beta 1.23 | 52 Weeks Range 16.71 - 29.50 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 16.71 - 29.50 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.40% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.17 |
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 11.56% | Operating Margin (TTM) 13.04% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.52% | Return on Equity (TTM) 11.69% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 19.48 | Forward PE 16.23 | Enterprise Value 6651267823 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.23 |
Enterprise Value 6651267823 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.23 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.69 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.2 | Shares Outstanding 242504000 | Shares Floating 227248142 |
Shares Outstanding 242504000 | Shares Floating 227248142 | ||
Percent Insiders 7.35 | Percent Institutions 99.17 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4 | Target Price 26.6 | Buy 3 | Strong Buy 7 |
Buy 3 | Strong Buy 7 | ||
Hold 1 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Element Solutions Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Element Solutions Inc was formed in 2019 as a result of Platform Specialty Products Corporationu2019s separation of its Agricultural Solutions business (now UPL Corporation) and its Performance Solutions business. Element Solutions focuses on specialty chemicals for various industries.
Core Business Areas
- Electronics: Provides specialty chemicals and materials used in the manufacturing of printed circuit boards and microelectronic packaging.
- Industrial & Specialty: Offers specialty chemicals for industrial surface treatment, water treatment, and other specialized applications.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by its CEO, Benjamin Gliklich. The organizational structure comprises various business units, each headed by a business leader, reporting to the executive management team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Electrolytic and Surface Chemistry Solutions: Chemical solutions used in plating, surface finishing, and electronics manufacturing. Competitors include Atotech (MKS), MacDermid Enthone (CC), and Dow (DOW).
- Process Solutions: Chemical additives for various industrial processes, including water treatment and oil and gas. Competitors include Solenis, Ecolab (ECL), and BASF (BAS).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The specialty chemicals industry is characterized by innovation, customization, and a focus on specific applications. Growth is driven by increasing demand from electronics, automotive, and industrial sectors.
Positioning
Element Solutions is a leading player in the specialty chemicals market, known for its innovation, technical expertise, and strong customer relationships. The company focuses on niche markets with high barriers to entry.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The estimated TAM for specialty chemicals is in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Element Solutions is positioned to capture a share of this market through its targeted solutions and global reach.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Specialized product portfolio
- Strong customer relationships
- Global presence
- Technical expertise
- Innovation capabilities
Weaknesses
- Exposure to cyclical industries
- Concentration of revenue in certain geographies
- Dependence on key suppliers
- Fluctuations in raw material costs
Opportunities
- Expanding into new geographic markets
- Developing new products and applications
- Acquiring complementary businesses
- Benefiting from increasing demand for specialty chemicals
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Regulatory changes
- Fluctuations in currency exchange rates
- Disruptive new technologies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- MKS
- CC
- ECL
- DOW
- BASF
Competitive Landscape
Element Solutions competes on the basis of product performance, technical expertise, customer service, and price. It has advantages in specialized applications and niche markets.
Major Acquisitions
Coventya Holding SAS
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 520
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Element Solutionsu2019 capabilities in surface treatment technologies.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Element Solutions has achieved growth through organic initiatives and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates project continued growth for Element Solutions, driven by increasing demand for its products and services.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include new product launches, geographic expansion, and cost optimization programs.
Summary
Element Solutions is a specialty chemicals company with a strong focus on electronics and industrial solutions. Its strengths lie in its specialized product portfolio, global presence, and customer relationships. Challenges include exposure to cyclical industries and dependence on key suppliers. Growth opportunities lie in geographic expansion and new product development.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Element Solutions Inc. Investor Relations
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Sources
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and analyst estimates. It is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market data is dynamic and may change rapidly. Market share data is estimated.
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 Element Solutions Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-10-22 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Benjamin Gliklich | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Specialty Chemicals | Full time employees 5300 | Website https://elementsolutionsinc.com |
Full time employees 5300 | Website https://elementsolutionsinc.com | ||
Element Solutions Inc operates as a specialty chemicals company in the United States, China, and internationally. It operates in two segments: Electronics and Industrial & Specialty. The Electronics segment provides assembly solutions, including surface mount technologies, fluxes, thermal management materials, coatings, and other attachment materials; circuitry solutions, such as circuit board metallization, circuit formation products, electronic materials, surface finishes, and film and smart surface solutions; and semiconductor solutions, which includes semiconductor assembly and wafer level packaging materials. This segment serves the mobile communications, computers, automobiles, and aerospace equipment industries. The Industrial & Specialty segment offers industrial solutions, including electroless nickel, plating products, pre-treatment and cleaning solutions, functional conversion coatings, wastewater solutions, and water treatment; graphics solutions, such as solid sheet printing elements and liquid imaging products; and energy solutions, which includes offshore fluids. This segment serves the aerospace, automotive, construction, consumer electronics, consumer packaged goods, and oil and gas production end markets. The company was formerly known as Platform Specialty Products Corporation and changed its name to Element Solutions Inc in January 2019. Element Solutions Inc was founded in 1785 and is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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