CE Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CE - Celanese Corporation Common Stock
$44.72
-0.09 (-0.20%)
▼
5d:
-3.68%
30d:
-1.06%
90d:
-34.0%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
TODAY
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Strength: 4.6/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CE shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CE shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$69.99
Based on 5.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$43.46
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 8.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CE is currently trading at $44.72, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $45.08 to $48.37. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 7.0) compared to its historical average (8.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 28.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CE is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $42.73, while resistance sits at $49.66.
Market Sentiment: CE has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $67.50 (+50.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CE is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $42.73, while resistance sits at $49.66.
Market Sentiment: CE has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $67.50 (+50.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$45.08 -
$48.37
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 50.9% below Wall St target ($67.50)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$45.08 -
$48.37
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$42.73
Resistance Level
$49.66
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
6.96
Wall Street Target
$67.50
(+50.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-2.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
28.2%
Profit Margin
-11.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
7.0 vs 8.5
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$41.77
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$39.01
(-13%)
3-Year Target
$36.44
(-19%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 7→9)
$44.48
(-1%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 6.2%)
$159.45
(+257%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 7.0, Growth: 6.2%)
$53.56
(+20%)
Bear:
(PE: 5.9, Growth: 6.2%)
$45.53
(+2%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 7.0 to 8.5
Stabilization Target:
$54.59
(+22.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+22.1%
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