Is CE stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, CE is currently a WAIT with low confidence. 📊 MIXED SIGNALS: CE shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

What is the fair value of CE stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for CE to be between $44.00 and $45.91. The current price is $46.09.

What is the analyst price target for CE?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for CE is $63.62. This implies a potential upside of 38.0% from current levels.

Celanese (CE) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

CE - Celanese Corporation Common Stock

PLASTIC MATERIAL, SYNTH RESIN/RUBBER, CELLULOS (NO GLASS)

$46.09

0.37 (0.81%) ▲

5d: +1.97%

30d: +6.42%

90d: -10.8%

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LOW Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Nov 05, 2026

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Signal fired Sep 4, 2026 at $44.67 · last confirmed Sep 9, 2026

Strength: 6.1/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: CE shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 3.4%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$61.49

Based on 3.7% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$38.18

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 8.3x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: CE is currently trading at $46.09, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $44.00 to $45.91. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 7.5) compared to its historical average (8.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.7% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, CE is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $43.99, while resistance sits at $47.70.

Market Sentiment: CE scores 60/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $63.62 (+38.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position EXTENDED

Historical Trading Range $44.00 - $45.91

Company Quality Score 50/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 61.9%

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All Signals

BEARISH: Price extended above range
BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Trading 38.0% below Wall St target ($63.62)
WARNING: Composite score 50/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $44.00 - $45.91

Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $43.99

Resistance Level $47.70

Current Trend Strong Downtrend

Technical data as of Sep 11, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 7.46

Wall Street Target $63.63 (+38.0%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 8.7%

Earnings Growth (YoY) -37.1%

Profit Margin -12.0%

Valuation Discount vs History -3.7% cheaper

PE vs Historical 7.5 vs 8.3 CHEAP

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -3.7% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $44.38 (-4%)

2-Year Target $42.74 (-7%)

3-Year Target $41.16 (-11%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 7→8) $45.79 (-1%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 20.2, Growth: 3.4%) $137.88 (+199%)

Base: (SPY PE: 7.5, Growth: 3.4%) $51.00 (+11%)

Bear: (PE: 6.3, Growth: 3.4%) $43.35 (-6%)

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 7.5 to 8.3

Stabilization Target: $51.27 (+11.2%)

PE Expansion Potential: +11.2%

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