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04/11/2025: DOW (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
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Below Average Performance
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Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -7.95% | Avg. Invested days 42 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 04/11/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 20.06B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 18.11 | 1Y Target Price 41.45 |
Price to earnings Ratio 18.11 | 1Y Target Price 41.45 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9659444 | Beta 1.04 | 52 Weeks Range 25.06 - 56.71 | Updated Date 04/13/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 25.06 - 56.71 | Updated Date 04/13/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 9.85% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.57 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 2.6% | Operating Margin (TTM) 4.42% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.43% | Return on Equity (TTM) 6.5% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 18.11 | Forward PE 14.22 | Enterprise Value 35520883484 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.47 |
Enterprise Value 35520883484 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.47 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.83 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.7 | Shares Outstanding 705763968 | Shares Floating 702016045 |
Shares Outstanding 705763968 | Shares Floating 702016045 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.17 | Percent Institutions 67.97 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3.43 | Target Price 49.89 | Buy 3 | Strong Buy 3 |
Buy 3 | Strong Buy 3 | ||
Hold 15 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Dow Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Dow Inc. was formed in 2019 as a spin-off from DowDuPont. The original Dow Chemical Company was founded in 1897 by Herbert Dow. It has grown into a global materials science leader through innovation and strategic acquisitions.
Core Business Areas
- Packaging & Specialty Plastics: This segment focuses on polyethylene, specialty plastics, and packaging solutions. It serves various industries including food packaging, industrial, and consumer products.
- Industrial Intermediates & Infrastructure: This segment produces a range of chemicals and materials used in infrastructure, industrial, and energy applications. Key products include polyurethanes, silicones, and chlor-alkali.
- Performance Materials & Coatings: This segment develops and manufactures a wide range of specialty materials and coatings for diverse applications, including architectural paints, industrial coatings, and adhesives.
Leadership and Structure
Jim Fitterling is the current Chairman and CEO. Dow Inc. operates with a decentralized organizational structure, empowering individual business units while maintaining central oversight for strategy and financial performance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Polyethylene Resins: Polyethylene resins are used in a wide array of packaging applications. Dow is a leading global producer. Competitors include LyondellBasell, ExxonMobil, and SABIC. Dow is a leading producer of Polyethylene globally. Market share in 2023 was approximately 12%.
- Polyurethane Systems: Dow offers polyurethane systems for insulation, automotive, and other industrial applications. Competitors include BASF, Covestro, and Huntsman. Dow is a major player in polyurethane systems globally. Market Share is hard to pin point as Dow is more a system provider
- Silicones: Dow silicones are used in construction, healthcare, and personal care products. Competitors include Wacker Chemie, Momentive, and Shin-Etsu Chemical. Market Share in 2023 approximately 15%.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The chemical industry is cyclical and highly competitive, influenced by raw material costs, global economic conditions, and regulatory changes. Sustainability and circular economy initiatives are increasingly important.
Positioning
Dow Inc. is a leading global materials science company with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. It holds leading positions in several key markets.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global chemical market is estimated to be worth over $5 trillion. Dow is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this market through its diverse product portfolio and global reach.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global scale and reach
- Diverse product portfolio
- Strong innovation capabilities
- Focus on sustainability
- Operational excellence initiatives
Weaknesses
- Exposure to cyclical industries
- High raw material costs
- Environmental liabilities
- Debt levels
- Dependence on fossil fuels
Opportunities
- Growing demand for sustainable materials
- Expansion in emerging markets
- Development of new applications for existing products
- Strategic acquisitions
- Increasing demand from construction and consumer demand for plastic products.
Threats
- Economic slowdown
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Increasing competition
- Regulatory changes
- Environmental regulations and liability
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- LYB
- BASF
- XOM
- CC
- HUN
Competitive Landscape
Dow Inc. has a strong competitive position due to its scale, diverse product portfolio, and innovation capabilities. It faces competition from other global chemical companies and regional players.
Major Acquisitions
Rohm and Haas
- Year: 2009
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 16200
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Dow's specialty chemicals portfolio and increased its presence in high-growth markets.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by acquisitions, new product development, and expansion in emerging markets.
Future Projections: Analysts project modest revenue growth in the coming years, driven by increased demand for chemical products and sustainable materials.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in sustainability, capacity expansions in key markets, and digital transformation projects.
Summary
Dow Inc. is a strong materials science company that has a leading global market presence. Its strength lies in its diverse product portfolio, and commitment to sustainability, but it is susceptible to cyclical market changes and high material costs. Future success relies on innovations that have positive ESG impacts. To maintain its strong position, Dow will need to proactively address its environmental liabilities and efficiently manage its debt.
Similar Companies
CC
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CC
Chemours Co
EMN
Eastman Chemical Company
EMN
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HUN
Huntsman Corporation
HUN
Huntsman Corporation
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
- Market research reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is subject to change. Investment decisions should be based on thorough due diligence and consultation with a financial professional.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Dow Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Midland, MI, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2019-03-20 | Chairman & CEO Mr. James R. Fitterling | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Chemicals | Full time employees 36000 | Website https://www.dow.com |
Full time employees 36000 | Website https://www.dow.com | ||
Dow Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides various materials science solutions for packaging, infrastructure, mobility, and consumer applications in the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, India, the Asia Pacific, and Latin America. The company operates through Packaging & Specialty Plastics, Industrial Intermediates & Infrastructure, and Performance Materials & Coatings segments. The Packaging & Specialty Plastics segment provides ethylene, propylene, polyethylene, and aromatics products; and other ethylene derivatives, such as polyolefin elastomers, ethylene vinyl acetate, and ethylene propylene diene monomer rubber. The Industrial Intermediates & Infrastructure segment offers polyurethanes, including propylene oxide, propylene glycol, and polyether polyols; aromatic isocyanates and fully formulated polyurethane systems; and chlor-alkali and vinyl comprising chlorine and caustic soda, ethylene dichloride, and vinyl chloride monomer; and construction chemicals consisting of cellulose ethers, redispersible latex powders, and acrylic emulsions, as well as coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers, and composites. The Performance Materials & Coatings segment provides architectural paints and coatings, and industrial coatings; and acrylics-based building blocks, silicon metals, siloxanes, and intermediates. The company also engages in the property and casualty insurance, as well as reinsurance business. Dow Inc. was founded in 1897 and is headquartered in Midland, Michigan.
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