Is EMN a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO (EMN) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 48.2/100. It is ranked #417 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 72/100, Momentum 44/100. The timing signal is "Bullish". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for EMN?

EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO (EMN) has a "Hold" rating and 3-star score. The composite score of 48.2 ranks it #417 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is EMN in?

EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO operates in the Materials sector (Chemicals industry) with a market cap of $8.67 billion. It is classified as a mid-cap stock.

Does EMN pay a dividend?

Yes, EMN pays a dividend with a current yield of 5.27%. The Materials sector average yield is 0.49%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $52.70 in annual dividend income.

What is EMN's P/E ratio?

EMN has a trailing P/E ratio of 15.41x. The Materials sector average is 26.5x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is EMN?

EMN's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 22.8%. ROE: 9.1% vs sector average 3.3%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is EMN valued compared to peers?

EMN's value factor score is 72/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 15.4x, EV/EBITDA 6.0x. The stock appears attractively valued versus peers.

What is EMN's debt level?

EMN's debt-to-equity ratio is 146%. Sector average: 41%. Moderate leverage is normal for established companies.

EMN has a beta of 1.27, meaning it amplifies market moves. Stability score: 54/100.

Does EMN have high short interest?

EMN's short interest factor score is 25/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

EMN Stock Analysis: Top Mid-Cap Hold (Score 48.2/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
EMN	+2.12%	-1.09%	+7.27%	+16.32%	-2.35%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLB	+0.56%	+3.07%	+4.17%	+14.58%	-33.54%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+2.18%	-4.70%	+6.93%	+16.69%	-31.88%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+1.56%	-4.17%	+3.10%	+1.75%	+31.18%	-	-	-

Metric	EMN	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	15.4x	-42%
EV/EBITDA	6.0x	-1%
Price / Book	1.4x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
CF CF Industries Holdings, Inc.	57	50	72	66	11.8x	21.1%	36.2%	24.9%	5.5%	41.0x	$19.7B	VS
NTR Nutrien Ltd.	57	37	70	64	54.2x	11.5%	29.0%	2.7%	-	52.0x	$35.9B	VS
UAN CVR PARTNERS, LP	56	50	71	67	12.0x	42.4%	28.5%	17.8%	23.1%	265.0x	$1.3B	VS
LXU LSB INDUSTRIES, INC.	54	50	54	73	41.2x	-3.3%	8.6%	-4.5%	11.0%	85.0x	$1.1B	VS
AA Alcoa Corp	54	50	61	71	18.7x	16.6%	10.0%	8.0%	3.1%	40.0x	$19.0B	VS
MEOH METHANEX CORP	53	34	76	72	24.6x	47.8%	19.1%	6.7%	-	149.0x	$4.6B	VS
NGVT Ingevity Corp	53	50	68	66	53.4x	-638.7%	38.1%	-12.1%	-14.7%	5,459.0x	$2.5B	VS
SEE SEALED AIR CORP/DE	52	50	67	59	11.2x	44.7%	30.2%	10.4%	0.5%	318.0x	$6.2B	VS
ACU ACME UNITED CORP	51	50	71	51	16.4x	9.0%	39.4%	5.2%	-11.5%	45.0x	$171M	VS
APD Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.	51	50	49	50	179.2x	2.4%	31.6%	2.2%	3.9%	114.0x	$64.4B	VS
EMN EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO	48	50	72	44	15.4x	9.1%	22.8%	5.9%	-6.8%	146.0x	$8.7B

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Gross Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.3%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%
EBITDA Margin %	0.2%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
FCF Margin %	37.5%	-	7.3%	-	-	-	12.5%	11.6%	10.0%	10.6%	8.4%
ROE %	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.3%	0.2%
ROA %	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	7.7%	10.2%	10.1%	18.6%	17.5%	17.5%	6.2%	8.1%	9.9%	23.2%	10.0%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

Gross Margin %

0.2%

0.3%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

EBITDA Margin %

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

Net Margin %

0.1%

FCF Margin %

37.5%

7.3%

12.5%

11.6%

10.0%

10.6%

8.4%

ROE %

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.3%

0.2%

ROA %

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

7.7%

10.2%

10.1%

18.6%

17.5%

6.2%

8.1%

9.9%

23.2%

10.0%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$9.2B	$8.8B	$9.4B	$9.2B	$10.6B	$10.5B	$8.5B	$9.3B	$10.2B	$9.5B	$9.0B	$9.6B
	—	$6.9B	—	$7.1B	$8.4B	$8.0B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$2.1B	$1.8B	$2.3B	$2.1B	$2.1B	$2.5B	$2.0B	$2.2B	$2.5B	$2.5B	$2.4B	$2.6B
Gross Margin	22.8%	21.1%	24.4%	22.4%	20.2%	23.9%	23.3%	24.1%	24.4%	24.8%	26.2%	26.7%
	—	$658M	—	$727M	$726M	$795M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Research & Development	—	$255M	$250M	$239M	$264M	$254M	$226M	$234M	$235M	$215M	$223M	$251M
Depreciation	—	$513M	$509M	$498M	$477M	$538M	$574M	$611M	$604M	$587M	$580M	$571M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$1.1B	—	$759M	$978M	$1.2B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$1.0B	$776M	$1.3B	$1.3B	$1.2B	$1.3B	$868M	$1.2B	$1.5B	$1.5B	$1.4B	$1.4B
EBIT	$1.0B	$776M	$1.3B	$1.3B	$1.2B	$1.3B	$868M	$1.2B	$1.5B	$1.5B	$1.4B	$1.4B
EBITDA	$1.4B	$1.3B	$1.8B	$1.8B	$1.6B	$1.8B	$1.3B	$1.7B	$2.2B	$2.1B	$2.0B	$2.0B
Operating Margin	11.2%	8.9%	13.6%	14.1%	10.9%	12.2%	10.2%	12.1%	14.6%	14.6%	15.3%	14.3%
EBITDA Margin	15.4%	14.7%	19.0%	19.5%	15.5%	17.4%	15.5%	18.7%	21.2%	22.2%	21.9%	20.3%
	—	—	$200M	—	—	—	$211M	$218M	$242M	$241M	$340M	$263M
	—	$568M	—	$1.1B	$977M	$1.1B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$93M	$170M	$191M	$181M	$215M	$41M	$140M	$226M	-$99M	$190M	$275M
	$551M	$475M	$908M	$896M	$796M	$867M	$489M	$762M	$1.1B	$1.4B	$859M	$854M
Net Margin	5.9%	5.4%	9.7%	9.7%	7.5%	8.3%	5.8%	8.2%	10.7%	14.5%	9.5%	8.8%
	$4.14	$4.14	$7.75	$7.54	$6.42	$6.35	$3.53	$5.52	$7.65	$9.56	$5.80	$5.71
Diluted EPS	$4.14	$4.10	$7.75	$7.49	$6.35	$6.25	$3.53	$5.52	$7.65	$9.56	$5.80	$5.71
Weighted Avg Basic	—	115M	—	119M	124M	135M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	116M	—	119M	125M	137M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$9.2B

$8.8B

$9.4B

$9.2B

$10.6B

$10.5B

$8.5B

$9.3B

$10.2B

$9.5B

$9.0B

$9.6B

—

$6.9B

—

$7.1B

$8.4B

$8.0B

—

$2.1B

$1.8B

$2.3B

$2.1B

$2.5B

$2.0B

$2.2B

$2.5B

$2.4B

$2.6B

Gross Margin

22.8%

21.1%

24.4%

22.4%

20.2%

23.9%

23.3%

24.1%

24.4%

24.8%

26.2%

26.7%

—

$658M

—

$727M

$726M

$795M

—

Research & Development

—

$255M

$250M

$239M

$264M

$254M

$226M

$234M

$235M

$215M

$223M

$251M

Depreciation

—

$513M

$509M

$498M

$477M

$538M

$574M

$611M

$604M

$587M

$580M

$571M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$1.1B

—

$759M

$978M

$1.2B

—

$1.0B

$776M

$1.3B

$1.2B

$1.3B

$868M

$1.2B

$1.5B

$1.4B

EBIT

$1.0B

$776M

$1.3B

$1.2B

$1.3B

$868M

$1.2B

$1.5B

$1.4B

EBITDA

$1.4B

$1.3B

$1.8B

$1.6B

$1.8B

$1.3B

$1.7B

$2.2B

$2.1B

$2.0B

Operating Margin

11.2%

8.9%

13.6%

14.1%

10.9%

12.2%

10.2%

12.1%

14.6%

15.3%

14.3%

EBITDA Margin

15.4%

14.7%

19.0%

19.5%

15.5%

17.4%

15.5%

18.7%

21.2%

22.2%

21.9%

20.3%

—

$200M

—

$211M

$218M

$242M

$241M

$340M

$263M

—

$568M

—

$1.1B

$977M

$1.1B

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$93M

$170M

$191M

$181M

$215M

$41M

$140M

$226M

-$99M

$190M

$275M

$551M

$475M

$908M

$896M

$796M

$867M

$489M

$762M

$1.1B

$1.4B

$859M

$854M

Net Margin

5.9%

5.4%

9.7%

7.5%

8.3%

5.8%

8.2%

10.7%

14.5%

9.5%

8.8%

$4.14

$7.75

$7.54

$6.42

$6.35

$3.53

$5.52

$7.65

$9.56

$5.80

$5.71

Diluted EPS

$4.14

$4.10

$7.75

$7.49

$6.35

$6.25

$3.53

$5.52

$7.65

$9.56

$5.80

$5.71

Weighted Avg Basic

—

115M

—

119M

124M

135M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

116M

—

119M

125M

137M

—

EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO (EMN) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO Do?

Eastman Chemical Company operates as a specialty materials company in the United States and internationally. The company's Additives & Functional Products segment offers hydrocarbon and rosin resins; organic acid-based solutions; amine derivative-based building blocks; metam-based soil fumigants, thiram and ziram based fungicides, and plant growth regulators; specialty coalescent, specialty and commodity solvents, paint additives, and specialty polymers; heat transfer and aviation fluids; insoluble sulfur and anti-degradant rubber additives; and performance resins. It serves transportation, personal care, wellness, food, feed, agriculture, building and construction, water treatment, energy, consumables, durables, and electronics markets. Its Advanced Materials segment provides copolyesters, cellulosic biopolymers, cellulose esters, polyvinyl butyral (PVB) sheets, and window and protective films, and aftermarket applied film products for value-added end uses in the transportation, durables, electronics, building and construction, medical and pharma, and consumables markets. The company's Chemical Intermediates segment offers methylamines and salts higher amines and solvents; Olefin and acetyl derivatives, ethylene, and commodity solvents; and primary non-phthalate and phthalate plasticizers, and niche non- phthalate plasticizers to the industrial chemicals and processing, building and construction, health and wellness, and agrochemicals. Its Fibers segment provides cellulose acetate tow, triacetin, cellulose acetate flake, acetic acid, and acetic anhydride for use in filtration media primarily cigarette filters; natural and solution dyed acetate yarns for use in consumables, and health and wellness markets; and wet-laid nonwoven media, specialty and engineered papers, and cellulose acetate fibers for transportation, industrial, agriculture and mining, and aerospace markets. Eastman Chemical Company was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee. EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO (EMN) is classified as a mid-cap stock in the Materials sector, specifically within the Chemicals industry. The company is led by CEO Mark J. Costa and employs approximately 14,500 people, headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee. With a market capitalization of $8.7B, EMN is one of the notable companies in the Materials sector.

EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO (EMN) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 48.2/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.EMN ranks #417 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Materials sector, EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO ranks #23 of 284 stocks, placing it in the top 10% of its Materials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

EMN Stock Price and 52-Week Range

EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO (EMN) currently trades at $74.25. The stock gained $1.54 (2.1%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for EMN is $91.27, which means the stock is currently trading -18.6% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $56.11, putting the stock 32.3% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 825K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is EMN Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO (EMN) carries a value factor score of 72/100 in the Blank Capital model, suggesting the stock trades at a meaningful discount to its fundamental earning power. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 15.41x, compared to the Materials sector average of 26.50x — a discount of 42%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 1.41x, versus the sector average of 2.83x. The price-to-sales ratio is 0.92x, compared to 0.74x for the average Materials stock. On an enterprise value basis, EMN trades at 5.97x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.01x for the sector.

Based on these multiples, EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO appears attractively valued relative to both its sector peers and the broader market. Value-oriented investors may find the current entry point compelling, particularly if the company's fundamental quality metrics also score well.

EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO (EMN) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 9.1%, compared to the Materials sector average of 3.3%, which is below typical expectations for high-quality companies. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 3.7% versus the sector average of 0.6%.

On a margin basis, EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO reports gross margins of 22.8%, compared to 29.8% for the sector. The operating margin is 11.2% (sector: 6.0%). Net profit margin stands at 5.9%, versus 3.0% for the average Materials stock. Revenue growth is running at -6.8% on a trailing basis, compared to 1.8% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

EMN Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO has a debt-to-equity ratio of 146.0%, compared to the Materials sector average of 41.0%. Leverage is within a manageable range for the industry, though investors should monitor debt trends over time. The current ratio is 1.37x, suggesting adequate working capital coverage. Total debt on the balance sheet is $5.08B. Cash and equivalents stand at $489M.

EMN has a beta of 1.27, meaning it is more volatile than the broader market — a $10,000 investment in EMN would be expected to move 26.6% more than the S&P 500 on any given day. The stability factor score for EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO is 54/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO reported revenue of $9.24B and earnings per share (EPS) of $4.14. Net income for the quarter was $551M. Gross margin was 22.8%. Operating income came in at $1.04B.

In FY 2025, EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO reported revenue of $8.75B and earnings per share (EPS) of $4.14. Net income for the quarter was $475M. Gross margin was 21.1%. Revenue grew -6.7% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $776M.

In Q3 2025, EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO reported revenue of $2.20B and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.41. Net income for the quarter was $47M. Gross margin was 19.7%. Revenue grew -10.6% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $188M.

In Q2 2025, EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO reported revenue of $2.29B and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.22. Net income for the quarter was $140M. Gross margin was 22.1%. Revenue grew -3.2% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $222M.

Over the past 8 quarters, EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $2.36B to $9.24B. Investors analyzing EMN stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

EMN Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO (EMN) currently pays a dividend yield of 5.3%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in EMN stock would generate approximately $$527.00 in annual dividend income. This compares to the Materials sector average dividend yield of 0.5%, meaning EMN offers above-average income for its sector. The net margin of 5.9% provides reasonable coverage for the dividend, though investors should monitor payout sustainability.

EMN Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO (EMN) has a momentum factor score of 44/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 35/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 25/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

EMN vs Competitors — Materials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Materials sector, EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO (EMN) ranks #23 out of 284 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places EMN in the top decile of all Materials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (CF) with a score of 56.6/100, Nutrien Ltd. (NTR) with a score of 56.6/100, CVR PARTNERS, LP (UAN) with a score of 55.6/100, LSB INDUSTRIES, INC. (LXU) with a score of 53.6/100, and ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) with a score of 51.2/100.

Comparing EMN against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full EMN vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

EMN Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO (EMN) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy EMN? — Investment Thesis Summary

EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides. The value score of 72/100 suggests attractive pricing relative to fundamentals.

In summary, EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO (EMN) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 48.2/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on EMN stock.

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