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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/30/2025: TSE (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $3.83
1 Year Target Price $3.83
0 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
4 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -60.44% | Avg. Invested days 20 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 122.64M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 3.83 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 3.83 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 4 | Beta 1.43 | 52 Weeks Range 1.91 - 7.00 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.91 - 7.00 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.16% | 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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -10.37% | Operating Margin (TTM) -2.85% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.22% | Return on Equity (TTM) -5162.41% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 19.34 | Enterprise Value 2521437069 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.04 |
Enterprise Value 2521437069 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.04 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.74 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 16.59 | Shares Outstanding 35650300 | Shares Floating 28083889 |
Shares Outstanding 35650300 | Shares Floating 28083889 | ||
Percent Insiders 4.5 | Percent Institutions 71.34 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 2 | Target Price 3.83 | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold 4 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Trinseo SA

Company Overview
History and Background
Trinseo S.A. was founded in 2010 as a carve-out from The Dow Chemical Company. It has since established itself as a global materials company, focusing on latex binders, plastics, and engineered materials.
Core Business Areas
- Latex Binders: Manufactures latex binders used in coated paper and packaging board, carpet and artificial turf, and specialty applications.
- Engineered Materials: Produces engineered polymers for automotive, consumer electronics, medical, and building & construction applications.
- Base Plastics: Manufactures styrene monomers, polystyrene, and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS).
- Feedstocks: Focuses on production of important feedstocks for Trinseo's business.
Leadership and Structure
Trinseo is led by its CEO, Frank Bozich. The company has a global operational structure with regional business units and functional teams.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Latex Binders: Used in paper and packaging. Market share varies regionally, competing with Synthomer and BASF. Specific revenue contribution not publicly detailed. Market participants include Synthomer, BASF, and Celanese.
- Engineered Polymers: Used in automotive and electronics. Competes with SABIC and DuPont. Specific revenue contribution not publicly detailed. Market participants include SABIC, DuPont, and Celanese.
- Styrene Monomers: A key building block for plastics and resins. Competes with LyondellBasell and INEOS. Specific revenue contribution not publicly detailed. Market participants include LyondellBasell, INEOS, and TotalEnergies.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The specialty materials industry is influenced by global economic conditions, raw material prices, and regulatory changes. There's a growing emphasis on sustainable materials.
Positioning
Trinseo focuses on specialized materials and solutions. Key advantages include its integrated production capabilities and application expertise.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for specialty materials is estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars. Trinseo targets specific segments within this market, aiming for leadership positions in chosen areas.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified product portfolio
- Global presence
- Integrated production capabilities
- Focus on specialty materials
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to raw material price fluctuations
- High debt load (historically)
- Cyclical demand patterns
- Reliance on key end markets
Opportunities
- Growing demand for sustainable materials
- Expansion into emerging markets
- Acquisitions to broaden product portfolio
- Development of new applications for existing products
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Changes in regulations
- Geopolitical instability
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- DOW
- LYB
- EMN
Competitive Landscape
Trinseo competes on product specialization, application expertise, and geographic presence. Competition is intense.
Major Acquisitions
Aristech Surfaces LLC
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 455
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Trinseo's portfolio of acrylic solutions and broadened its presence in attractive end markets.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Trinseo's growth has been a mix of organic expansion and acquisitions. Historical growth rates can be found in their annual reports.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates for future growth depend on market conditions and company-specific initiatives. Refer to financial news and analyst reports.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include acquisitions (like Aristech Surfaces LLC), cost reduction programs, and investments in sustainable materials.
Summary
Trinseo is a diversified specialty materials company with a global presence. Its strengths lie in its product portfolio and integrated capabilities. However, it faces challenges related to raw material prices and cyclical demand. The company is pursuing growth through acquisitions and investments in sustainable materials.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Trinseo SA Investor Relations
- Company Filings (SEC)
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Outlets
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change. Consult with a financial professional before making investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Trinseo SA
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Wayne, PA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2014-06-12 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Frank A. Bozich | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Specialty Chemicals | Full time employees 2950 | Website https://www.trinseo.com |
Full time employees 2950 | Website https://www.trinseo.com |
Trinseo PLC provides specialty material solutions in the United States, Europe, the Asia-Pacific, and internationally. It operates through four segments: Engineered Materials, Latex Binders, Polymer Solutions, and Americas Styrenics. The Engineered Materials segment offers rigid thermoplastic compounds and blends, soft thermoplastic, continuous cast, cell cast, activated methyl methacrylates, polymethyl methacrylates (PMMA) resins, and extruded PMMA sheets and resins for consumer electronics, medical, footwear, automotive, and building and construction applications under the EMERGE, CALIBRE, PLEXIGLAS, ALTUGLAS, ACRYSPA, AVONITE, STUDIO, MEGOL, APILON, APIGO, and APINAT trade names. The Latex Binders segment provides various latex binder products, including styrene-butadiene latex, styrene-acrylate latex, vinylidene chloride latex, all-acrylic latex, and butadiene-methacrylate latex. The Polymer Solutions Segment offers a range of polymers, such as copolymers, polycarbonate, styrene-acrylonitrile, and acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene under the MAGNUM brand. The Americas Styrenics segment provides styrene monomer, polystyrene, general purpose polystyrenes, high heat and impact resins, and STYRON A-TECH polystyrene products for appliances, food packaging, food service disposables, consumer electronics, and building and construction materials applications. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Wayne, Pennsylvania.
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