Why is DOW Down Today?

DOW
$28.97
▼ -2.28% ($-0.66)
Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 8:37 PM ET (330 min ago)

About Dow Inc.

Dow Chemical is a diversified global chemicals producer, formed in 2019 as a result of the DowDuPont merger and subsequent separations. The firm is a leading producer of several chemicals, including polyethylene, ethylene oxide, and silicone rubber. Its products have numerous applications in both co...

Sector: PLASTIC MATERIALS, SYNTH RESINS & NONVULCAN ELASTOMERS
Market Cap: $16.34B
Forward P/E: -2042.1
52-Week Range: $20.65 - $42.74
Employees: 36,000

Overall Confidence: 50%

50% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 DOW showing strong bearish momentum
DOW is down 2.3% today on 0.9x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.9x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

PLASTIC MATERIALS, SYNTH RESINS & NONVULCAN ELASTOMERS sector: 0.0%

DOW is outperforming its sector by -2.2%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

DOW is significantly underperforming the market (-3.1% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.85%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.87%
DOW
This Stock
-2.28%
vs S&P 500: -3.13%
vs Nasdaq: -3.15%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, DOW is expected to trade between:
$28.10 - $29.54

Key Level to Watch

$27.52 support
Watch for breakdown below $28.96

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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 8:37 PM (330 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bearish
Options Sentiment
2.83
Put/Call Ratio
75.8%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 9,963
Put Volume: 28,190
Total: 38,153
Unusual Activity: $27 PUT (3,499 vol) $27 PUT (3,467 vol)

Historical Context

DOW has moved more than 3.0% down on 25 occasions in the past year.

36.0%
Continuation Rate
9/25 times continued down
+0.72%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 04, 2026 (-3.0%) → Next day: +0.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is DOW stock down today?

DOW is down 2.3% today on 0.9x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is DOW stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, DOW shows 50% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the DOW stock price target?

DOW is currently trading at $28.97. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $28.10 - $29.54. See long-term price prediction →

Will DOW stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that DOW's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $27.52 (support).

Is DOW stock oversold or overbought?

DOW's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 40.1. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for DOW stock?

DOW's 10-day momentum indicator is at -1.3. Negative momentum - the stock has mild downward pressure which may continue short-term.

Is DOW outperforming or underperforming the market?

DOW (-2.28%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-3.1% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.85%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.87%.

What does MACD indicate for DOW?

DOW's MACD (-0.32) is currently below the signal line (-0.12), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 12.3) is weak.

Is DOW in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, DOW is in a mixed/transitional trend. The price and moving averages are not clearly aligned, suggesting a potential trend change or consolidation phase. 20-day SMA: $30.65, 50-day SMA: $30.13.

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