ESI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ESI - Element Solutions Inc.
$34.62
0.48 (1.41%)
▲
5d:
-1.79%
30d:
+2.91%
90d:
+37.0%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Apr 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 22, 2026
19d
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: ESI shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly high pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: ESI shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly high pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$50.06
Based on 9.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$31.08
Trading above fair value
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 16.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ESI is currently trading at $34.62, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $31.57 to $35.06. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.3) is in line with its historical norms (16.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.0% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ESI is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $35.48. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: ESI has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $39.00 (+12.7%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ESI is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $35.48. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: ESI has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $39.00 (+12.7%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Fair Price Range
$31.57 -
$35.06
Company Quality Score
60/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
77.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($39.00)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 2.0% growth with 8.3% revenue growth
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$31.57 -
$35.06
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$30.52
Resistance Level
$35.48
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Apr 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.34
Wall Street Target
$39.00
(+12.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-88.8%
Profit Margin
7.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.0% premium
PE vs Historical
17.3 vs 16.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$35.31
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$36.02
(+4%)
3-Year Target
$36.74
(+6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17→16)
PE COMPRESSION
$34.54
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 14.1%)
$66.36
(+92%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.3, Growth: 14.1%)
$51.47
(+49%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.7, Growth: 14.1%)
$43.75
(+26%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (39x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (17x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 39.29 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.79
Bull Case
$68.29
(+106%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 43.2
Base Case
$62.08
(+88%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 39.3
Bear Case
$21.11
(-36%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 33.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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