EMN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
EMN - Eastman Chemical Company
$69.95
-0.12 (-0.17%)
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5d:
+2.57%
30d:
+4.26%
90d:
-4.3%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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Strength: 6.4/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: EMN shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: EMN 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
$100.61
Based on 6.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$62.47
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 10.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: EMN is currently trading at $69.95, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $67.25 to $69.92. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 10.2) is in line with its historical norms (10.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.3% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, EMN is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $71.32. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $81.13 (+16.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, EMN is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $71.32. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $81.13 (+16.0%). 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
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$67.25 -
$69.92
Company Quality Score
44/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
48.6%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($81.13)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$67.25 -
$69.92
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$66.79
Resistance Level
$71.32
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.18
Wall Street Target
$81.13
(+16.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-4.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-40.8%
Profit Margin
4.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
10.2 vs 10.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$69.04
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$68.14
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$67.26
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→11)
$70.01
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 9.4%)
$186.60
(+167%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.2, Growth: 9.4%)
$91.67
(+31%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.7, Growth: 9.4%)
$77.92
(+11%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (20x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 20.25 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.46
Bull Case
$153.01
(+119%)
Analyst growth 98.5%, PE expands to 22.3
Base Case
$139.10
(+99%)
Market implied 98.5%, PE stable at 20.3
Bear Case
$47.65
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.2
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 10.2 to 10.6
Stabilization Target:
$72.81
(+4.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+4.1%
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Last updated: August 02, 2026 5:35 PM ET
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