Home 
Today's Top Picks 
Top Performers 
Watchlist 
My Robo Portfolios 
ETF Zone 
Help & Tutorial - Chart
- Upturn Summary
- Highlights
- Revenue
- Valuation
Upturn AI SWOT - About
NGVT 
Ingevity Corp (NGVT)
- BUY Advisory
- SELL Advisory (Profit)
- SELL Advisory (Loss)
- Profit
- Loss
- Pass (Skip investing)
Stock price based on last close (see disclosures)
- ALL
- 1Y
- 1M
- 1W
Upturn Advisory Summary
11/28/2025: NGVT (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
4 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $66.75
1 Year Target Price $66.75
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -39.59% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.90B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 66.75 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 66.75 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 4 | Beta 1.4 | 52 Weeks Range 28.49 - 60.77 | Updated Date 11/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 28.49 - 60.77 | Updated Date 11/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -9.94 |
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 2025-11-05 | When - | Estimate 1.39 | Actual 1.52 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -4.77% | Operating Margin (TTM) 24.86% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 8.1% | Return on Equity (TTM) -204.65% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 9.97 | Enterprise Value 3086501391 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.38 |
Enterprise Value 3086501391 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.38 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.23 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 43.19 | Shares Outstanding 35964032 | Shares Floating 35668767 |
Shares Outstanding 35964032 | Shares Floating 35668767 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.21 | Percent Institutions 104.07 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Ingevity Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
Ingevity Corporation was spun off from WestRock in May 2016. It focuses on specialty chemicals and high-performance carbon materials.
Core Business Areas
- Performance Chemicals: This segment produces and sells specialty chemicals derived from pine chemicals and other natural sources, used in applications like asphalt paving, oilfield, agrochemicals, and adhesives.
- Advanced Polymer Technologies: This segment produces activated carbon materials used in gasoline vapor emission control systems for vehicles.
Leadership and Structure
John Fortson serves as the President and CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with a board of directors and various executive leadership positions overseeing different business functions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Competitors: Kraton Corporation (KRAT), Colas SA
- Pavement Technologies: These are pine-based emulsifiers and tackifiers used in asphalt paving. Ingevity commands a significant market share in this area, competing with Kraton Corporation. Estimated Market Share = 35% of total global market.
- Automotive Carbon: Activated carbon used in gasoline vapor emission control systems. The business benefits from emission regulations worldwide. Ingevity holds a substantial portion of this market. Estimated Market Share = 40% of global market. Revenue approx $400M/year
- Competitors: Kuraray (KURRY), Haycarb PLC
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The specialty chemicals industry is driven by demand from various end markets such as automotive, infrastructure, and agriculture. It is characterized by innovation and stringent environmental regulations.
Positioning
Ingevity is positioned as a leader in providing sustainable and high-performance solutions using pine-based chemicals and activated carbon. They have a strong focus on innovation and customer collaboration.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for Ingevity's key markets (performance chemicals and advanced polymer technologies) is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. Ingevity is well-positioned to capture a significant share, targeting around 10-15% across key segments.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Leading market positions in key segments
- Sustainable and renewable raw materials
- Strong customer relationships
- Innovative product portfolio
- Strong cash flow generation
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to raw material prices (pine chemicals)
- Dependence on cyclical end markets (automotive, infrastructure)
- Geographic concentration of manufacturing facilities
- Limited diversification beyond core business areas
Opportunities
- Expanding into new geographic markets
- Developing new applications for existing products
- Acquiring complementary businesses
- Benefiting from stricter environmental regulations
- Growth in electric vehicles (new applications for activated carbon)
Threats
- Increased competition from established players and new entrants
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Economic downturns in key end markets
- Changes in environmental regulations
- Disruptive technologies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- KRAT
- CAB
Competitive Landscape
Ingevity's advantages include its leading market positions, sustainable products, and strong customer relationships. Disadvantages include its sensitivity to raw material prices and dependence on cyclical end markets.
Major Acquisitions
Perstorp Capa
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 675
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Ingevity's portfolio with biodegradable polymers, strengthening its position in sustainable materials.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Ingevity has experienced growth in recent years, driven by demand for its products in key end markets and successful acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates project continued growth for Ingevity, driven by increasing demand for its sustainable and high-performance solutions.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include expanding manufacturing capacity, investing in research and development, and acquiring complementary businesses.
Summary
Ingevity is a strong player in specialty chemicals, particularly in sustainable solutions. Their market leadership and focus on innovation are working well. However, they need to watch out for raw material price volatility and cyclical market risks, and diversify their portfolio.
Similar Stocks
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Investor Presentations
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. Market share data are estimates and may vary. Investment decisions should be based on thorough research and consultation with a financial professional.
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 Ingevity Corp
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters North Charleston, SC, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2016-05-02 | President, CEO & Director Mr. David H. Li | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Specialty Chemicals | Full time employees 1600 | Website https://www.ingevity.com |
Full time employees 1600 | Website https://www.ingevity.com | ||
Ingevity Corporation manufactures and sells activated carbon products, derivative specialty chemicals, and engineered polymers in North America, the Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and South America. It operates through three segments: Performance Materials, Performance Chemicals, and Advanced Polymer Technologies. The Performance Materials segment engineers, manufactures, and sells hardwood-based and chemically activated carbon products for use in gasoline vapor emission control systems in cars, trucks, motorcycles, and boats. This segment also produces other activated carbon products for food, water, beverage, and chemical purification applications. The Performance Chemicals segment consists of road technologies and industrial specialties. This segment's products are used in pavement construction, pavement preservation, pavement reconstruction and recycling, road markings, agrochemical dispersants, lubricants, certain adhesives, rubber, and other industrial uses. The Advanced Polymer Technologies segment produces caprolactone and caprolactone-based specialty polymers for use in coatings, resins, elastomers, adhesives, bioplastics, and medical devices. It serves automotive parts manufacturers through sales representatives, third-party sales representatives, and distributors. The company was formerly known as WestRock Company, Specialty Chemicals Business and changed its name to Ingevity Corporation in September 2015. Ingevity Corporation was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in North Charleston, South Carolina.
Note: This website is maintained by Upturn Corporation, which is an investment adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Such registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Investing in securities has risks. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. No assurance is provided as to any particular investment return, and you may lose money using our services. You are strongly advised to consult appropriate counsel before making any investments in companies you learn about through our services. You should obtain appropriate legal, tax, investment, accounting, and other advice that takes into account your investment portfolio and overall financial situation. You are solely responsible for conducting due diligence on a potential investment. We do not affect trades for you. You will select your own broker through which to transact. Investments are not FDIC insured, they are not guaranteed, and they may lose value. Please see the Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Disclosure for more information.