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Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) Stock

Eastman Chemical Company Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Eastman Chemical Company (EMN), a prominent company in the life sciences sector within the plastic materials, synth resins & nonvulcan elastomers industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $78.33. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $70.15 and $111.31. This places the current price at 70.4% of its 52-week high and 11.7% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 1,801,015. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US2774321002.

Market Cap

$8.80B

52-Week High

$111.31

-29.63% from high

52-Week Low

$70.15

+11.66% from low

Avg Daily Volume

1,801,015

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

9.71

Below market average

Forward P/E

10.44

Earnings expected to decline

PEG Ratio

1.93

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

1.50

EV/EBITDA

7.28

EPS (TTM)

$7.85

Price to Sales

0.94

Beta

1.26

Similar volatility to market

How is EMN valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Eastman Chemical Company trades at a P/E ratio of 9.71, which is below the market average of approximately 20. This lower valuation could indicate the market has modest growth expectations, or it might represent an undervalued opportunity if the fundamentals are strong. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 10.44 is higher than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to decline over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.93 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.
What is EMN's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.26, Eastman Chemical Company is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 1.50 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

9.85%

Operating Margin

13.90%

Return on Equity

16.00%

Return on Assets

5.95%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-0.90%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

13.00%

How profitable and efficient is EMN's business model?
Eastman Chemical Company achieves a profit margin of 9.85%, meaning it retains $9.85 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 13.90% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 16.00% and ROA at 5.95%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are EMN's recent growth trends?
Eastman Chemical Company's revenue declined by 0.90% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings increased by 13.00% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against PLASTIC MATERIALS, SYNTH RESINS & NONVULCAN ELASTOMERS industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$3.28

Dividend Yield

4.36%

Ex-Dividend Date

6/13/2025

Dividend Date

7/8/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from EMN?
Eastman Chemical Company offers a dividend yield of 4.36%, paying $3.28 per share annually. This high yield exceeds 4%, significantly outperforming the S&P 500 average of 1.5-2% and most investment-grade bonds. For income-focused investors, this represents an attractive cash flow opportunity, though high yields sometimes signal market concerns about sustainability. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 6/13/2025.
How reliable is EMN's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Eastman Chemical Company pays $3.28 per share in dividends against earnings of $7.85 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 41.78%. This balanced payout between 30-60% suggests a sustainable dividend policy that allows both shareholder returns and business reinvestment. The dividend appears well-covered by earnings. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 7/8/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

115.46M

Book Value/Share

$50.87

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is EMN's market capitalization and position?
Eastman Chemical Company has a market capitalization of $8.80B, classifying it as a mid-cap stock ($2B-$10B). Mid-caps often represent companies in their growth phase, offering higher growth potential than large-caps but with more stability than small-caps. They can be attractive takeover targets and may become tomorrow's large-caps. With 115.46M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the PLASTIC MATERIALS, SYNTH RESINS & NONVULCAN ELASTOMERS industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does EMN's price compare to its book value?
Eastman Chemical Company's book value per share is $50.87, while the current stock price is $78.33, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.54. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$97.67

24.69% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

3

Buy

10

Hold

6

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for EMN?
19 analysts cover EMN with 68% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $97.67 implies 24.7% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on EMN?
Current analyst recommendations:3 Strong Buy, 10 Buy, 6 Hold, 00The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 03:24 AM

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