Is ESI a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, Element Solutions Inc (ESI) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 49.0/100. It is ranked #811 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 53/100, Momentum 63/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for ESI?

Element Solutions Inc (ESI) has a "Hold" rating and 3-star score. The composite score of 49.0 ranks it #811 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is ESI in?

Element Solutions Inc operates in the Materials sector (Chemicals industry) with a market cap of $8.43 billion. It is classified as a mid-cap stock.

Does ESI pay a dividend?

Yes, ESI pays a dividend with a current yield of 1.27%. The Materials sector average yield is 0.49%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $12.70 in annual dividend income.

What is ESI's P/E ratio?

ESI has a trailing P/E ratio of 39.91x. The Materials sector average is 26.5x. This above-average P/E reflects growth expectations or premium valuation.

How profitable is ESI?

ESI's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 42.1%. ROE: 8.4% vs sector average 3.3%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is ESI valued compared to peers?

ESI's value factor score is 53/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 39.9x, EV/EBITDA 28.4x. Valuation is roughly in line with peers.

What is ESI's debt level?

ESI's debt-to-equity ratio is 61%. Sector average: 41%. Moderate leverage is normal for established companies.

ESI has a beta of 1.30, meaning it amplifies market moves. Stability score: 50/100.

Does ESI have high short interest?

ESI's short interest factor score is 22/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

ESI Stock Analysis: Top Mid-Cap Hold (Score 49.0/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
ESI	+1.16%	+10.30%	+15.34%	+50.42%	+108.72%	-	-	-
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	+1.22%	+6.70%	+15.01%	+50.78%	+79.19%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+0.60%	+7.22%	+11.17%	+35.84%	+142.26%	-	-	-

Metric	ESI	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	39.9x	+51%
EV/EBITDA	28.4x	+373%
Price / Book	3.3x

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
ESI Element Solutions Inc	49	50	53	63	39.9x	8.4%	42.1%	9.1%	7.1%	61.0x	$8.4B

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Gross Margin %	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	-0.2%	-0.2%	-0.0%
FCF Margin %	5.9%	-	12.0%	-	-	-	13.3%	7.7%	-1.5%	3.2%	3.6%
ROE %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	-0.2%	-0.1%	-0.0%
ROA %	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	-0.0%	-0.0%	-0.0%
ROIC %	0.1%	6.2%	7.1%	3.2%	6.0%	5.3%	5.2%	5.5%	2.7%	2.2%	2.7%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

Gross Margin %

0.4%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

Net Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

-0.2%

-0.0%

FCF Margin %

5.9%

12.0%

13.3%

7.7%

-1.5%

3.2%

3.6%

ROE %

0.1%

0.0%

-0.2%

-0.1%

-0.0%

ROA %

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

-0.0%

ROIC %

0.1%

6.2%

7.1%

3.2%

6.0%

5.3%

5.2%

5.5%

2.7%

2.2%

2.7%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$2.5B	$2.6B	$2.5B	$2.3B	$2.5B	$2.4B	$1.9B	$1.8B	$2.0B	$3.8B	$3.6B	$2.5B
	—	$1.5B	—	$1.4B	$1.6B	$1.4B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$1.1B	$1.1B	$1.0B	$919M	$953M	$961M	$786M	$788M	$838M	$1.6B	$1.5B	$992M
Gross Margin	42.1%	42.0%	42.1%	39.4%	37.4%	40.0%	42.4%	42.9%	42.7%	43.3%	43.9%	39.0%
	—	$661M	—	$597M	$579M	$611M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Research & Development	—	$68M	$63M	$68M	$49M	$50M	$49M	$42M	$44M	$98M	$84M	$63M
Depreciation	—	—	$158M	—	—	—	$161M	$155M	$157M	$354M	$342M	$0
Total Operating Expenses	—	$728M	—	$745M	$627M	$661M	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$368M	$342M	$344M	$174M	$325M	$300M	$233M	$249M	$249M	$221M	$253M	$72M
EBIT	$349M	$342M	$344M	$174M	$325M	$300M	$233M	$249M	$249M	$221M	$253M	$72M
EBITDA	$374M	$342M	$502M	$174M	$325M	$300M	$306M	$386M	$415M	$233M	$296M	$236M
Operating Margin	14.6%	13.4%	14.0%	7.4%	12.8%	12.5%	12.6%	13.6%	12.7%	10.7%	5.1%	2.8%
EBITDA Margin	14.8%	13.4%	20.4%	7.4%	12.8%	12.5%	16.5%	21.0%	21.1%	6.2%	8.3%	9.3%
	—	$266M	—	$129M	$272M	$252M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$75M	$45M	$13M	$86M	$48M	$4M	$61M	$24M	$7M	$29M	$75M
	$225M	$191M	$245M	$118M	$188M	$204M	$76M	$93M	-$320M	-$296M	-$77M	-$304M
Net Margin	9.1%	7.5%	10.0%	5.1%	7.4%	8.5%	4.1%	5.1%	-16.3%	-15.7%	-4.3%	-12.0%
	$0.79	$0.79	$1.01	$0.49	$0.76	$0.82	$0.30	$0.36	$-1.13	$-1.04	$-0.17	$-1.52
Diluted EPS	$0.79	$0.79	$1.01	$0.49	$0.76	$0.82	$0.30	$0.36	$-1.13	$-1.04	$-0.17	$-1.52
Weighted Avg Basic	—	242M	—	241M	245M	247M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	242M	—	242M	246M	248M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$2.5B

$2.6B

$2.5B

$2.3B

$2.5B

$2.4B

$1.9B

$1.8B

$2.0B

$3.8B

$3.6B

$2.5B

—

$1.5B

—

$1.4B

$1.6B

$1.4B

—

$1.1B

$1.0B

$919M

$953M

$961M

$786M

$788M

$838M

$1.6B

$1.5B

$992M

Gross Margin

42.1%

42.0%

42.1%

39.4%

37.4%

40.0%

42.4%

42.9%

42.7%

43.3%

43.9%

39.0%

—

$661M

—

$597M

$579M

$611M

—

Research & Development

—

$68M

$63M

$68M

$49M

$50M

$49M

$42M

$44M

$98M

$84M

$63M

Depreciation

—

$158M

—

$161M

$155M

$157M

$354M

$342M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$728M

—

$745M

$627M

$661M

—

$368M

$342M

$344M

$174M

$325M

$300M

$233M

$249M

$221M

$253M

$72M

EBIT

$349M

$342M

$344M

$174M

$325M

$300M

$233M

$249M

$221M

$253M

$72M

EBITDA

$374M

$342M

$502M

$174M

$325M

$300M

$306M

$386M

$415M

$233M

$296M

$236M

Operating Margin

14.6%

13.4%

14.0%

7.4%

12.8%

12.5%

12.6%

13.6%

12.7%

10.7%

5.1%

2.8%

EBITDA Margin

14.8%

13.4%

20.4%

7.4%

12.8%

12.5%

16.5%

21.0%

21.1%

6.2%

8.3%

9.3%

—

$266M

—

$129M

$272M

$252M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$75M

$45M

$13M

$86M

$48M

$4M

$61M

$24M

$7M

$29M

$75M

$225M

$191M

$245M

$118M

$188M

$204M

$76M

$93M

-$320M

-$296M

-$77M

-$304M

Net Margin

9.1%

7.5%

10.0%

5.1%

7.4%

8.5%

4.1%

5.1%

-16.3%

-15.7%

-4.3%

-12.0%

$0.79

$1.01

$0.49

$0.76

$0.82

$0.30

$0.36

$-1.13

$-1.04

$-0.17

$-1.52

Diluted EPS

$0.79

$1.01

$0.49

$0.76

$0.82

$0.30

$0.36

$-1.13

$-1.04

$-0.17

$-1.52

Weighted Avg Basic

—

242M

—

241M

245M

247M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

242M

—

242M

246M

248M

—

Element Solutions Inc (ESI) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does Element Solutions Inc Do?

Element Solutions Inc operates as a specialty chemicals company in the United States, China, and internationally. The company operates in two segments, Electronics, and Industrial & Specialty. The Electronics segment researches, formulates, and sells specialty chemicals and materials for various types of electronics hardware products. This segment also supplies solder technologies, fluxes, cleaners, and other attachment materials for the electronics assembly industry; proprietary liquid chemical processes to manufacture printed circuit boards; and advanced copper interconnects, die attachment, wafer bump processes, and photomask technologies for integrated circuit fabrication and semiconductor packaging. It primarily serves mobile communications, computers, automobiles, and aerospace equipment industries. The Industrial & Specialty segment provides industrial solutions, which include chemical systems that protect and decorate metal and plastic surfaces; consumable chemicals that enable printing image transfer on flexible packaging materials; and chemistries used in water-based hydraulic control fluids for offshore energy production applications. It serves aerospace, automotive, construction, consumer electronics, consumer packaged goods, and oil and gas production end markets. The company was formerly known as Platform Specialty Products Corporation and changed its name to Element Solutions Inc in January 2019. Element Solutions Inc was founded in 1785 and is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Element Solutions Inc (ESI) is classified as a mid-cap stock in the Materials sector, specifically within the Chemicals industry. The company is led by CEO Benjamin H. Gliklich and employs approximately 5,300 people, headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. With a market capitalization of $8.4B, ESI is one of the notable companies in the Materials sector.

Element Solutions Inc (ESI) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, Element Solutions Inc receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 49.0/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.ESI ranks #811 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Materials sector, Element Solutions Inc ranks #48 of 284 stocks, placing it in the top quartile 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%).

ESI Stock Price and 52-Week Range

Element Solutions Inc (ESI) currently trades at $37.45. The stock gained $0.29 (0.8%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for ESI is $37.74, which means the stock is currently trading -0.8% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $16.77, putting the stock 123.3% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 1.9M shares, reflecting moderate market activity.

Is ESI Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

Element Solutions Inc (ESI) carries a value factor score of 53/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 39.91x, compared to the Materials sector average of 26.50x — a premium of 51%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 3.34x, versus the sector average of 2.83x. The price-to-sales ratio is 3.57x, compared to 0.74x for the average Materials stock. On an enterprise value basis, ESI trades at 28.40x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.01x for the sector. The EV/EBIT multiple is 30.45x.

Overall, ESI's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

Element Solutions Inc Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

Element Solutions Inc (ESI) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 8.4%, 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 4.4% versus the sector average of 0.6%.

On a margin basis, Element Solutions Inc reports gross margins of 42.1%, compared to 29.8% for the sector. The operating margin is 14.6% (sector: 6.0%). Net profit margin stands at 9.1%, versus 3.0% for the average Materials stock. Revenue growth is running at 7.1% 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.

ESI Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

Element Solutions Inc has a debt-to-equity ratio of 61.0%, 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 3.68x, indicating strong short-term liquidity. Total debt on the balance sheet is $1.64B. Cash and equivalents stand at $594M.

ESI has a beta of 1.30, meaning it is more volatile than the broader market — a $10,000 investment in ESI would be expected to move 30.3% more than the S&P 500 on any given day. The stability factor score for Element Solutions Inc is 50/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

Element Solutions Inc Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, Element Solutions Inc reported revenue of $2.52B and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.79. Net income for the quarter was $225M. Gross margin was 42.1%. Operating income came in at $368M.

In FY 2025, Element Solutions Inc reported revenue of $2.55B and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.79. Net income for the quarter was $191M. Gross margin was 42.0%. Revenue grew 3.8% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $342M.

In Q3 2025, Element Solutions Inc reported revenue of $656M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.16. Net income for the quarter was $39M. Gross margin was 42.2%. Revenue grew 1.7% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $101M.

In Q2 2025, Element Solutions Inc reported revenue of $625M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.20. Net income for the quarter was $48M. Gross margin was 42.6%. Revenue grew 2.0% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $94M.

Over the past 8 quarters, Element Solutions Inc has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $613M to $2.52B. Investors analyzing ESI stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

ESI Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

Element Solutions Inc (ESI) currently pays a dividend yield of 1.3%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in ESI stock would generate approximately $$127.00 in annual dividend income. This compares to the Materials sector average dividend yield of 0.5%, meaning ESI offers above-average income for its sector. The net margin of 9.1% provides reasonable coverage for the dividend, though investors should monitor payout sustainability.

ESI Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

Element Solutions Inc (ESI) has a momentum factor score of 63/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 30/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 22/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

ESI vs Competitors — Materials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Materials sector, Element Solutions Inc (ESI) ranks #48 out of 284 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places ESI in the top quartile 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 ESI against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full ESI vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how Element Solutions Inc stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

ESI Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for Element Solutions Inc (ESI) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy ESI? — Investment Thesis Summary

Element Solutions Inc presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides. Price momentum is positive at 63/100, suggesting the trend favors buyers.

In summary, Element Solutions Inc (ESI) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 49.0/100 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 ESI stock.

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