Why is EMN Down Today?

EMN
$63.35
▼ -2.30% ($-1.46)
Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 5:35 PM ET (246 min ago)

About Eastman Chemical Company

Established in 1920 to produce chemicals for Eastman Kodak, Eastman Chemical has grown into a global specialty chemical company with manufacturing sites around the world. The company generates the majority of its sales outside of the United States, with a strong presence in Asian markets. During the...

Sector: PLASTIC MATERIALS, SYNTH RESINS & NONVULCAN ELASTOMERS
Market Cap: $7.12B
Forward P/E: 9.1
52-Week Range: $56.11 - $83.47
Employees: 14,000

Overall Confidence: 50%

50% Confident

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

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 EMN showing strong bearish momentum
EMN is down 2.3% today on 0.4x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.4x average volume

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

📍 Sector Context

PLASTIC MATERIALS, SYNTH RESINS & NONVULCAN ELASTOMERS sector: -0.7%

EMN is outperforming its sector by -1.6%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

EMN is significantly underperforming the market (-2.5% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.18%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.31%
EMN
This Stock
-2.30%
vs S&P 500: -2.48%
vs Nasdaq: -2.61%

📊 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, EMN is expected to trade between:
$61.45 - $64.62

Key Level to Watch

$60.18 support
Watch for breakdown below $63.35

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Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 5:35 PM (246 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bullish
Options Sentiment
0.22
Put/Call Ratio
63.0%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 5,052
Put Volume: 1,101
Total: 6,153

Historical Context

EMN has moved more than 3.0% down on 18 occasions in the past year.

22.2%
Continuation Rate
4/18 times continued down
+1.17%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 01, 2026 (-3.2%) → Next day: +2.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is EMN stock down today?

EMN is down 2.3% today on 0.4x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is EMN stock a buy or sell right now?

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

What is the EMN stock price target?

EMN is currently trading at $63.35. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $61.45 - $64.62. See long-term price prediction →

Will EMN stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that EMN's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $60.18 (support).

Is EMN stock oversold or overbought?

EMN's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 33.6. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for EMN stock?

EMN's 10-day momentum indicator is at -2.19. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is EMN outperforming or underperforming the market?

EMN (-2.30%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-2.5% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.18%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.31%.

What does MACD indicate for EMN?

EMN's MACD (-1.5) is currently below the signal line (-1.39), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 26.6) is strong.

Is EMN in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, EMN is in a bearish trend. The price ($63.35) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($67.01) and 50-day SMA ($70.05). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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