Should you buy Celanese stock now?
No, the technical signal for Celanese is currently SELL. Celanese trades at $45.19 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Sell. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -1.400 with rising momentum (signal: -1.418); RSI is at 38.3 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $67.50 points to 49.4% upside. The stock is in a broader downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200). Buying in a downtrend is generally not recommended. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Celanese stock?
The average analyst price target for Celanese is $67.50. The current price is $45.19, which gives an upside of 49.4%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $60.75 and $74.25.
Is Celanese a dividend stock?
Yes, Celanese is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 0.13%. The latest dividend was $0.03 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 7/28/2026. The payout ratio is 2.3%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 8/10/2026.
When does Celanese pay a dividend in 2026?
Celanese pays its next dividend on 8/10/2026. The latest dividend was $0.03 per share with an ex-dividend date of 7/28/2026. The dividend yield is 0.13%. The payout ratio of 2.3% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Celanese stock?
Celanese is rated as a stock with high risk. the annual standard deviation is 55.9%, which classifies the stock as high risk.
Is Celanese overvalued?
No, Celanese is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (49.4% upside). Celanese has the following valuation ratios: a P/S ratio of 0.5, a P/B ratio of 1.2. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 49.4%.
Is Celanese overbought?
No, Celanese is not overbought. RSI is at 38.3 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 38.3 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 1.2% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next Celanese earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Celanese has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Celanese shorted?
Yes, Celanese is shorted with 11.3% of the free float sold short. This is a very high level of short selling, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Celanese stock?
No, insiders are not buying Celanese shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 1 sales. On a net basis, 58,258 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 12 purchases and 8 sales, with a net 968,878 $ bought. Active sellers include Koenig Michael, Richardson Scott A, Murray Mark Christopher and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Celanese a good stock?
Based on our total score, Celanese is rated as a poor stock with a total score of 36 out of 100. The stock scores below average on value, quality and momentum – it sits at the lower end of the market. The score is made up of Value: 51/100, Quality: 35/100, Momentum: 22/100. In addition: analysts see 49.4% upside to the price target; a dividend of 0.13%; technical signal: Strong Sell. Whether Celanese is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Celanese stock?
The outlook for Celanese based on current data: the average analyst price target is $67.50 (+49.4%); the stock is in a downtrend (below SMA50 and SMA200). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Celanese stock moving?
Celanese is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; short interest is 11.3% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Celanese go?
The average analyst price target for Celanese is $67.50, which corresponds to a potential gain of 49.4% from the current price of $45.19. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Celanese fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Celanese. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Celanese do?
Celanese Corporation produces and sells engineered polymers worldwide. It operates through Engineered Materials and Acetyl Chain segments. The company offers ethylene acrylic elastomers, ethylene vinyl acetate pharmaceutical grade copolymers, liquid crystal polymers, long-fibe... The company belongs to the Materialer sector, more specifically the Kemikalier industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Celanese as an investment.
Did Celanese raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Celanese. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Celanese making money or losing money?
No, Celanese is currently not making money — the company is losing money with a negative profit margin of -12.0%, a noticeable loss. That means the business loses money on every dollar of revenue. The operating margin, however, is positive at 9.9% — the core business makes money; the loss comes from financing costs, taxes or one-off items. For growth stocks investing in expansion this is normal — but it raises the risk if the company does not reach break-even before its capital runs out.
Can Celanese go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Celanese is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 1.98 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 6 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 308% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Celanese have a lot of debt?
Yes, Celanese has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 308%. For the materialer sector, anything above 150% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Celanese service its debt? Could struggle to service its debt — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 1.3x, and net debt equals 6.9 years of earnings (EBITDA).
