ESI
Element Solutions Inc.
MISCELLANEOUS CHEMICAL PRODUCTS
Element Solutions (ESI) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$34.05
+1.30 (+3.97%)
▲
5d:
+1.82%
30d:
-8.47%
90d:
-12.71%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
BUY
MODERATE Confidence (88%)
Quality Score
59/100
Position
FAIR
30-Day Fair Range
$33.15 – $36.72
Position: FAIR
Forward P/E & Valuation
15.7x
CHEAP
vs 17.8x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$47.33
+39.0% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$30.53 / $35.93
Trend: Strong Uptrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: ESI shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 4.0% decline. Moderate conviction.
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Interactive Price Chart (1 Month)
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$63.94
Based on 10.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$39.70
14.2% Margin of Safety
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 17.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ESI is currently trading at $34.05, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $33.15 to $36.72. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 15.7) compared to its historical average (17.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.0% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 68.6% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ESI is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $30.53, while resistance sits at $35.93. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: ESI scores 66/100 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 $47.33 (+39.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ESI is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $30.53, while resistance sits at $35.93. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: ESI scores 66/100 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 $47.33 (+39.0%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$33.15 -
$36.72
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
88.1%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$33.15 -
$36.72
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support Level
$30.53
Resistance Level
$35.93
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (66/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.0%)
- BULLISH: Trading 39.0% below Wall St target ($47.33)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 66/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.72
Wall Street Target
$47.33
(+39.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
51.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
68.6%
Profit Margin
5.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.7 vs 17.8
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$32.69
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$31.38
(-8%)
3-Year Target
$30.13
(-12%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→18)
$34.11
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 17.5%)
$69.70
(+105%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.7, Growth: 17.5%)
$55.18
(+62%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.4, Growth: 17.5%)
$46.90
(+38%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (39x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 38.53 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.85
Bull Case
$72.05
(+112%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 42.4
Base Case
$65.50
(+92%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 38.5
Bear Case
$22.27
(-35%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 32.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 15.7 to 17.8
Stabilization Target:
$38.55
(+13.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+13.2%
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Bullish
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Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bullish
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Last Tracked
Oct 14, 2026
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