CE Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CE - Celanese Corporation Common Stock
$46.80
-0.18 (-0.38%)
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5d:
+2.5%
30d:
-1.16%
90d:
-11.53%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CE is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CE is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$62.23
Based on 3.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$38.64
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 8.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CE is currently trading at $46.80, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $43.83 to $46.75. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 7.6) is in line with its historical norms (8.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CE is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $47.84. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 43/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $63.62 (+36.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CE is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $47.84. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 43/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $63.62 (+36.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$43.83 -
$46.75
Company Quality Score
43/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
72.4%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (43/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 36.0% below Wall St target ($63.62)
- WARNING: Composite score 43/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$43.83 -
$46.75
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$43.02
Resistance Level
$47.84
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
7.58
Wall Street Target
$63.63
(+36.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-37.1%
Profit Margin
-12.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
7.6 vs 8.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$45.21
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$43.67
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$42.19
(-10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8â8)
$46.78
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 3.4%)
$137.19
(+193%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 7.6, Growth: 3.4%)
$51.79
(+11%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.4, Growth: 3.4%)
$44.02
(-6%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 7.6 to 8.4
Stabilization Target:
$51.89
(+10.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+10.9%
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