Celanese Corporation (CE)

Currency in USD
47.16
+0.07(+0.15%)
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47.11-0.05(-0.11%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
46.6747.73
52 wk Range
36.29142.54
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
47.16
Open
46.71
Day's Range
46.67-47.73
52 wk Range
36.29-142.54
Volume
1.64M
Average Volume (3m)
2.01M
1-Year Change
-64.19%
Book Value / Share
48.22
Fair Value
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Fair Price
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Price Target
54.94
Upside
+16.49%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
15 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Neutral
Technical Indicators
Sell
Moving Averages
Buy

Celanese Corporation Company Profile

Celanese Corporation, a chemical and specialty materials company, manufactures and sells engineered polymers worldwide. The Engineered Materials segment offers nylon and polypropylene compounds and formulations, high temperature nylon, polyoxymethylene, polyethylene and polybutylene terephthalates, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene, long-chain polyamides, long-fiber reinforced thermoplastics, liquid crystal polymers, thermoplastic elastomers and vulcanizates, polyphenylene sulfide, ethylene vinyl acetate pharmaceutical grade copolymers, and ethylene acrylic elastomers for use in automotive, medical, industrial, energy storage, consumer electronics, appliance, construction, filtration equipment, telecommunication, beverage, electrical, and consumer apparel applications. Its Acetyl Chain segment produces and supplies acetyl products, including acetic acid, vinyl acetate monomers, vinyl acetate ethylene emulsions, conventional emulsions, ethylene vinyl acetate resins and compounds, low-density polyethylene resins, redispersible powders, acetic anhydride, ethyl acetates, formaldehydes, butyl acetates, acetate tows, and acetate flakes for use in paints, coatings, adhesives, textiles, paper finishing, flexible packaging, lamination products, pharmaceuticals, films, inks, plasticizers, solvents, automotive parts, external thermal insulation composite systems, tiling, plasters and renders, lubricants, filtration, food and beverage, consumer goods, and food packaging applications. The company offers its products under the Celanyl, FRIANYL, ECOMID, Zytel, Celcon, Hostaform, Celanex, Crastin, Thermx, Rynite, GUR, Celstran, Factor, Vectra, Zenite, Forprene, Sofprene, Laprene, Hytrel, Santoprene, Dytron, Geolast, Vamac, Polifor, Tecnoprene, and VitalDose brands. It sells its products directly to customers and through distributors; and serves original equipment manufacturers and suppliers. Celanese Corporation was founded in 1912 and is headquartered in Irving, Texas.

Industry
Chemicals
Employees
12163

Celanese Corporation SWOT Analysis


Debt Dilemma
Celanese grapples with high leverage post-acquisition, implementing aggressive deleveraging strategies to improve financial flexibility and market perception
Market Headwinds
Explore how Celanese navigates challenges in automotive and industrial sectors, with production curtailments and inventory management measures
Strategic Shift
New CEO Scott Richardson leads cost rationalization efforts and potential asset sales to streamline operations and strengthen financial position
Analyst Outlook
Price targets range from $46 to $122, reflecting diverse views on Celanese's recovery potential and market positioning in specialty materials
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Celanese Corporation Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2025

  • Celanese Q2 2025 EPS of $1.44 and revenue of $2.53B beat forecasts, despite facing 20-year low in Western Hemisphere acetyl demand
  • Company maintains free cash flow outlook at $700-$800M, targeting $2 quarterly EPS through cost improvements and product optimization
  • Q3 2025 EPS guidance set at $1.1-$1.4; CEO emphasizes focus on innovation, particularly in electric vehicles and clean energy sectors
  • Stock price dropped post-earnings due to weak demand concerns; company faces challenges in automotive and construction sectors
  • Short-term visibility reduced to 2-4 weeks; inventory reduction efforts may impact financials, but fundamentals remain strong
Last Updated: 12/08/2025, 15:16
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Metrics to compare
CE
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
−3.2x14.3x0.3x
PEG Ratio
0.020.030.00
Price/Book
1.0x1.5x1.6x
Price / LTM Sales
0.5x1.1x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
3.0%11.9%18.4%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

6 Buy
9 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
16 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 54.94
(+16.49% Upside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS -14.61%
Dividend Yield
0.25%
Industry Median 2.50%
Annualised payout
0.12
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
-10.05%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Aug 11, 2025
EPS / Forecast
1.44 / 1.40
Revenue / Forecast
2.53B / 2.50B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

CE Income Statement

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FAQ

What Stock Exchange Does Celanese Trade On?

Celanese is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Celanese?

The stock symbol for Celanese is "CE."

What Is the Celanese Market Cap?

As of today, Celanese market cap is 5.18B.

What Is Celanese's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Celanese EPS (TTM) is -14.61.

When Is the Next Celanese Earnings Date?

Celanese will release its next earnings report on 09 Nov 2025.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is CE a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Neutral.

How Many Times Has Celanese Stock Split?

Celanese has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does Celanese Have?

Celanese has 12163 employees.

What is the current trading status of Celanese (CE)?

As of 28 Aug 2025, Celanese (CE) is trading at a price of 47.16, with a previous close of 47.16. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 46.67 to 47.73, while its 52-week range spans from 36.29 to 142.54.

What Is Celanese (CE) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Celanese is USD54.9375, with a high estimate of USD100 and a low estimate of USD40. 6 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +16.49% Upside potential.
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