Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) fair value analysis

S&P 500 · Updated 2026-09-07

Eastman Chemical Company manufactures and sells chemicals, fibers, and plastics used in products ranging from paints and coatings to textiles and consumer goods. The company operates manufacturing facilities and offices across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and other regions worldwide.

Forward Fair Value verdict

Fairly valued

Based on TickrTrends' weekly Forward Fair Value model, EMN is trading at within about 10% of estimated fair value.

EMN currently ranks #15 of 27 Basic Materials stocks by discount to Forward Fair Value. It has screened as Fairly valued for 3 consecutive weekly runs.

Last price: $71.19
Sector: Basic Materials
12-month range: $57.89–$77.53

Derived indicators

Coarse bands from TickrTrends' weekly models; exact figures are part of the full report.

Quality grade: F
Leverage: Moderate
Margin trend: Expanding
Revenue growth: Declining
RSI zone: Neutral
52-week position: The upper-middle quarter of its range

What our data shows for EMN

Our model validated 17 trailing price-to-earnings windows for EMN, built from quarterly earnings records.
Shares are trading in the upper third of their 12-month price range of $57.89–$77.53.
The 14-day relative strength index sits at a neutral 44.

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How Forward Fair Value works

TickrTrends computes a Forward Fair Value for every covered stock each week: a conservatively normalized historical price-to-earnings multiple is applied to the analyst-consensus earnings estimate for the next full fiscal year. Every input window is validated for continuity and every result is screened for plausibility before publication.

Recent EMN news

TickrTrends' derived news-sentiment signal for EMN is currently mixed, computed from recent coverage.

project44 accelerates shipper momentum with 34% year-over-year new ARR growth, 67% growth in new logo ARR for the first half of FY27 (manilatimes.net, 2026-08-12)
TickrTrends take: project44, a supply chain visibility platform in which Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) has invested, is demonstrating strong revenue expansion with 34% year-over-year new ARR growth in the first half of FY27. The company's 67% growth in new logo ARR suggests accelerating customer acquisition momentum that could potentially enhance the value of EMN's investment stake. Given EMN's current fairly valued status within the Basic Materials sector, investors should monitor whether this portfolio company's performance translates into material returns or strategic synergies that might justify valuation adjustments.
Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript (seekingalpha.com, 2026-07-31)
TickrTrends take: Eastman Chemical Company reported Q2 2026 results, providing updated operational and financial performance data for investors to assess against its current fairly valued status in the Basic Materials sector. For valuation-focused readers, the key metrics from this earnings call would be important to monitor how the company's actual earnings trajectory and cash generation compare to the assumptions embedded in its current fair value assessment. Any significant variances in profitability, segment performance, or forward guidance could signal whether the fairly valued designation remains appropriate or if the valuation warrants adjustment.
Eastman Chemical Company 2026 Q2 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation (NYSE:EMN) 2026-07-31 (seekingalpha.com, 2026-07-31)
TickrTrends take: Eastman Chemical Company released its 2026 second quarter results, providing updated financial data relevant to assessing whether the Fairly valued designation remains appropriate for a Basic Materials company operating in a cyclical sector. Investors focused on valuation should monitor how the company's earnings trends and operational metrics from this quarter compare to the assumptions underlying the current fair value assessment. Given the cyclical nature of chemical manufacturing, quarterly performance variations warrant attention to confirm whether the valuation consensus still reflects the company's earnings power and market conditions.

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TickrTrends weekly updates

2026-09-07 — No material change this week: the verdict, bands and grades all held steady.
2026-09-06 — No material change this week: the verdict, bands and grades all held steady.
2026-08-31 — TickrTrends initiated weekly Forward Fair Value coverage of this stock.

Frequently asked questions

Is EMN stock undervalued?

Based on TickrTrends' Forward Fair Value model (updated 2026-09-07), EMN is trading at within about 10% of estimated fair value and screens as fairly valued. The exact fair value and discount are available to subscribers.

What is EMN's TickrTrends verdict?

EMN's current verdict is Fairly valued, refreshed with every weekly Forward Fair Value run.

How does EMN compare to other Basic Materials stocks?

EMN ranks #15 of 27 Basic Materials stocks in TickrTrends' coverage when sorted by discount to Forward Fair Value.

Is EMN overbought or oversold?

EMN's 14-day RSI is in neutral territory - neither overbought nor oversold.

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