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Methanex Corporation (MEOH)

Methanex Corporation (MEOH) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/05/2025: MEOH (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Upturn 1 star rating for performance

Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

2 star rating from financial analysts

9 Analysts rated it

Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.

1 Year Target Price $48.1

1 Year Target Price $48.1

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$48.1 Target price
52w Low $25.21
Current$36.45
52w High $53.69

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -19.86%
Avg. Invested days 34
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.90B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 12.56
1Y Target Price 48.1
Price to earnings Ratio 12.56
1Y Target Price 48.1
Volume (30-day avg) 9
Beta 1.16
52 Weeks Range 25.21 - 53.69
Updated Date 11/7/2025
52 Weeks Range 25.21 - 53.69
Updated Date 11/7/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 2.06%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.98

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-10-29
When After Market
Estimate 0.4
Actual 0.06

Profitability

Profit Margin 5.99%
Operating Margin (TTM) 8.61%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 5.45%
Return on Equity (TTM) 10.6%

Valuation

Trailing PE 12.56
Forward PE 14.18
Enterprise Value 6302274406
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.81
Enterprise Value 6302274406
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.81
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.76
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.49
Shares Outstanding 77339520
Shares Floating 66866202
Shares Outstanding 77339520
Shares Floating 66866202
Percent Insiders 13.14
Percent Institutions 67.16

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Methanex Corporation

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Methanex Corporation was founded in 1968 as Ocelot Industries and later became Methanex in 1992. It is the world's largest producer and supplier of methanol.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Methanol Production and Supply: Methanex produces and supplies methanol, a clean-burning chemical used in a variety of industrial and energy-related applications. They operate production facilities in Canada, Chile, Egypt, New Zealand, the United States, and Trinidad and Tobago.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The CEO of Methanex is Rich Sumner. The company has a standard corporate structure with a board of directors and various executive leadership roles overseeing different operational and functional areas.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Methanol: Methanol is Methanex's primary product. It's used in the production of adhesives, foams, solvents, and fuels. Methanex controls ~11% of the global methanol market share as of 2023. Key competitors include SABIC, OCI, and Zagros Petrochemical. Revenue is almost entirely derived from Methanol sales.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The methanol industry is influenced by global economic growth, energy prices, and demand for various chemical derivatives. Demand is increasing due to its use in fuel blending and alternative energy applications.

Positioning

Methanex is the global leader in methanol production, possessing significant production capacity and a global distribution network. Its integrated supply chain provides a competitive advantage.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global methanol market is estimated to be around $25 billion USD. Methanex, with its large production capacity, is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this market.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Largest global methanol producer
  • Diversified production facilities
  • Integrated supply chain
  • Strong customer relationships
  • Experienced management team

Weaknesses

  • Vulnerability to methanol price fluctuations
  • Dependence on natural gas as a feedstock
  • Exposure to geopolitical risks
  • Environmental regulations can increase operating costs

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for methanol in fuel blending
  • Expansion into new markets
  • Development of new methanol applications
  • Acquisition of smaller competitors

Threats

  • Competition from lower-cost producers
  • Fluctuations in natural gas prices
  • Economic downturns
  • Stringent environmental regulations

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • OCI (OCINF)
  • LYB (LyondellBasell)
  • CAB (Cabot Corporation)
  • Westlake (WLK)

Competitive Landscape

Methanex holds a leading position due to its large production capacity and global distribution network. However, it faces competition from lower-cost producers and integrated petrochemical companies. It maintains a robust supply chain which gives it the edge it needs.

Major Acquisitions

No Major Acquisitions

  • Year: 2023
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 0
  • Strategic Rationale: Methanex has not made any recent major acquisitions.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Methanex's growth has been driven by increasing demand for methanol in various applications. The company has expanded its production capacity to meet this demand.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates suggest continued growth for Methanex, driven by increased demand for methanol in fuel blending and other applications. Expected growth rate is 3-5% annually.

Recent Initiatives: Methanex has focused on optimizing its production facilities, expanding its supply chain, and developing new methanol applications.

Summary

Methanex is the world's largest methanol producer with a strong global presence and integrated supply chain. Its success hinges on the stable demand and favorable pricing of methanol. However, Methanex is susceptible to the fluctuations in natural gas prices. Methanex must continue to innovate and expand into new applications to sustain its growth trajectory.

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About Methanex Corporation

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Vancouver, BC, Canada
IPO Launch date 1992-05-19
President, CEO & Director Mr. Richard W. Sumner
Sector Basic Materials
Industry Chemicals
Full time employees 1415
Full time employees 1415

Methanex Corporation produces and supplies methanol in Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, and South America. It owns and leases storage and terminal facilities. The company serves chemical and petrochemical producers. Methanex Corporation was incorporated in 1968 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.