Why is HUN Up Today?

HUN
$8.58
▲ +2.08% (+$0.18)
Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 8:39 PM ET (528 min ago)

About Huntsman Corporation

Huntsman Corp is a USA-based manufacturer of differentiated organic chemical products. Its product portfolio comprises Methyl diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI), Amines, Maleic anhydride, and Epoxy-based polymer formulations. The company's products are used in adhesives, aerospace, automotive, and construc...

Sector: CHEMICALS & ALLIED PRODUCTS
Market Cap: $1.58B
Forward P/E: -26.8
52-Week Range: $7.30 - $16.09
Employees: 6,300

Overall Confidence: 50%

50% Confident

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

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 HUN showing strong bullish momentum
HUN is up 2.1% 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

CHEMICALS & ALLIED PRODUCTS sector: +1.0%

HUN is outperforming its sector by 1.1%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

HUN is outperforming the market (+1.9% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.18%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.31%
HUN
This Stock
+2.08%
vs S&P 500: +1.9%
vs Nasdaq: +1.77%

📊 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, HUN is expected to trade between:
$8.40 - $8.83

Key Level to Watch

$9.00 resistance
Watch for continuation above $8.57

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Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 8:39 PM (528 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Neutral
Options Sentiment
1.07
Put/Call Ratio
81.4%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 3,777
Put Volume: 4,042
Total: 7,819

Historical Context

HUN has moved more than 3.0% up on 47 occasions in the past year.

59.6%
Continuation Rate
28/47 times continued up
+0.95%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar up moves
Last similar move: Sep 02, 2026 (3.4%) → Next day: -3.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is HUN stock up today?

HUN is up 2.1% today on 0.9x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is HUN stock a buy or sell right now?

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

What is the HUN stock price target?

HUN is currently trading at $8.58. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $8.40 - $8.83. See long-term price prediction →

Will HUN stock continue rising?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that HUN's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $9.00 (resistance).

Is HUN stock oversold or overbought?

HUN's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 37.6. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for HUN stock?

HUN's 10-day momentum indicator is at -0.45. Negative momentum - the stock has mild downward pressure which may continue short-term.

Is HUN outperforming or underperforming the market?

HUN (+2.08%) is currently outperforming the market (+1.9% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.18%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.31%.

What does MACD indicate for HUN?

HUN's MACD (-0.37) is currently below the signal line (-0.34), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 29.4) is strong.

Is HUN in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, HUN is in a bearish trend. The price ($8.58) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($9.11) and 50-day SMA ($9.89). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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