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Ecovyst Inc (ECVT)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: ECVT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -77.05% | Avg. Invested days 21 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 04/01/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 739.41M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 9.79 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 9.79 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1114952 | Beta 1 | 52 Weeks Range 6.02 - 11.21 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 6.02 - 11.21 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.06 |
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 -0.94% | Operating Margin (TTM) 16.63% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.62% | Return on Equity (TTM) -0.95% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 8.8 | Enterprise Value 1480830084 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.05 |
Enterprise Value 1480830084 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.05 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.1 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.07 | Shares Outstanding 117367000 | Shares Floating 105593132 |
Shares Outstanding 117367000 | Shares Floating 105593132 | ||
Percent Insiders 9.46 | Percent Institutions 90.3 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4.57 | Target Price 10.14 | Buy 3 | Strong Buy 4 |
Buy 3 | Strong Buy 4 | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Ecovyst Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Ecovyst Inc., formerly PQ Group Holdings Inc., has a history dating back to the 1830s with the founding of Philadelphia Quartz Company. It has evolved through various mergers and acquisitions to become a leading global provider of specialty catalysts and services.
Core Business Areas
- Ecoservices: Provides sulfuric acid recycling services, regenerating spent sulfuric acid from refineries and chemical plants. It also provides virgin sulfuric acid for various industrial processes.
- Catalysts: Manufactures and supplies specialty catalysts used in polyethylene production (PE), refining, and specialty chemical applications. The products include fluid cracking catalysts (FCC) and additives.
Leadership and Structure
Kurt J. Bitting is the CEO of Ecovyst Inc. The organizational structure includes executive leadership overseeing the two main business segments and corporate functions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Ecoservices - Sulfuric Acid Recycling: Regeneration of spent sulfuric acid for refineries and chemical plants. Competitors include other regional acid recycling service providers. No definitive worldwide market share data readily available. The revenue for 2023 for Ecoservices was $368.1 million.
- Catalysts - FCC Catalysts: Fluid cracking catalysts (FCC) for the refining industry. Competitors include W.R. Grace (now part of Standard Industries), Albemarle Corporation (ALB) and BASF. No definitive worldwide market share data readily available. The revenue for 2023 for Catalysts was $307.1 million.
- Catalysts - Polyethylene (PE) Catalysts: Catalysts used in the production of polyethylene. Competitors include Dow, LyondellBasell, INEOS. No definitive worldwide market share data readily available.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The specialty catalysts and services market is driven by demand from the refining, chemical, and plastics industries. Environmental regulations regarding emissions and waste disposal also play a significant role, particularly in the sulfuric acid recycling market.
Positioning
Ecovyst Inc. is positioned as a leading provider of specialty catalysts and services, with a strong emphasis on sustainability through its Ecoservices segment. Its competitive advantages include its established customer base and technological expertise.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The combined TAM for its segments is estimated in the billions of dollars. Ecovyst is positioned to capitalize on the increased focus on environmental regulations and demand for recycling and specialty catalysts.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Leading market position in sulfuric acid recycling
- Strong customer relationships
- Specialized technical expertise
- Focus on sustainability
Weaknesses
- Dependence on the cyclical refining and chemical industries
- Exposure to raw material price volatility
- Relatively high debt level
Opportunities
- Expanding into new geographic markets
- Developing new catalyst technologies
- Increasing demand for sustainable solutions
- Acquisitions to consolidate its market position
Threats
- Economic downturns affecting demand
- Increasing competition
- Changes in environmental regulations
- Technological obsolescence
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ALB
- GRACE
- BASF
Competitive Landscape
Ecovyst competes with other major chemical and catalyst companies. Its competitive advantages include its specialized product offerings and its sustainability-focused approach. While Albemarle and BASF have a bigger portfolio, Ecovyst is focused on Sulfuric Acid Recycling and PE production catalysts.
Major Acquisitions
Eurecat
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 55
- Strategic Rationale: Expand FCC catalyst recycling and regeneration capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Ecovyst's growth has been driven by both organic expansion and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts project revenue growth based on demand for its products and services. Growth will come from catalysts used in PE production due to continued growth of plastic use.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include operational efficiency improvements, new product development and capacity expansions. And bolt on acquisitions.
Summary
Ecovyst Inc. holds a strong position in its niche markets, particularly in sulfuric acid recycling and FCC catalysts. Its focus on sustainability provides a competitive advantage. However, the company is exposed to cyclical industries and raw material price volatility and must ensure cost management. Future growth depends on effective new product development and strategic expansion.
Similar Companies
- ALB
- LYB
- DOW
- GRACE
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Ecovyst Inc. Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share and TAM data are estimates based on available information and may not be precise. Financial data is based on publicly available information and may be subject to change.
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 Ecovyst Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Malvern, PA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-08-03 | CEO & Director Mr. Kurt J. Bitting | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Specialty Chemicals | Full time employees 920 | Website https://www.ecovyst.com |
Full time employees 920 | Website https://www.ecovyst.com | ||
Ecovyst Inc. offers specialty catalysts and services in the United States and internationally. The company operates through two segments, Ecoservices and Advanced Materials & Catalysts. The Ecoservices segment provides sulfuric acid recycling services and end-to-end logistics for production of alkylate for refineries; and virgin sulfuric acid for mining, water treatment, and industrial applications. The Advanced Materials & Catalysts segment offers advanced materials and specialty catalyst products and process solutions to producers and licensors of polyethylene. This segment also offers advanced silicas and zeolite catalysts; and supplies specialty zeolites and zeolite-based catalysts to customers for refining of oil primarily hydrocracking catalyst and dewaxing, sustainable fuels, and emission control systems for both on-road and non-road diesel engines. The company was formerly known as PQ Group Holdings Inc. and changed its name to Ecovyst Inc. in August 2021. Ecovyst Inc. was founded in 1831 and is headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania.
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