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Anindya Barman

3 Diversified Chemical Stocks to Watch Amid Demand Headwinds

Soft demand in specific markets and the sluggishness in China and Europe pose headwinds for the Zacks Chemicals Diversified industry. DD, ALB and KRO are poised to navigate the industry challenges.

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Bryan Hayes

Bear of the Day: Sociedad Quimica y Minera (SQM)

SQM has experienced considerable volatility in 2025, touching a 52-week low earlier in June.

SQMPositive Net Change

Anindya Barman

DOW vs. DD: Which Chemical Giant Deserves a Spot in Your Portfolio?

Dow tackles weak demand with cost cuts and cash actions, while DuPont gains from acquisitions in healthcare and innovation.

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Bryan Hayes

Bear of the Day: Westlake Corp. (WLK)

The company faces challenges from elevated interest rates and inflation.

WLKPositive Net Change

Anindya Barman

3 Chemical Specialty Stocks to Escape Industry Headwinds

FUL, HWKN and PRM lean on cost cuts and expansion moves to navigate weak demand and margin pressure.

FULPositive Net Change HWKNPositive Net Change PRMPositive Net Change

Mark Vickery

Pre-Markets Down Another -2% on Good Jobs Report

China has fire a retaliatory shot in the tariff war begun on the White House lawn Wednesday.

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Bryan Hayes

Is RPM International (RPM) a 'Buy' Heading into Q3 Earnings Announcement?

Tepid sales projections and a high level of customer concentration are major concerns.

RPMPositive Net Change

Bryan Hayes

Bear of the Day: PPG Industries (PPG)

Weaker industrial production is weighing on sales and volumes.

PPGPositive Net Change

Mark Vickery

Pre-Markets Take Some Froth Off the Top; Powell to Speak, Q4 Results Continue

For now, we're seeing major indexes pointed lower to start the new trading day.

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Bryan Hayes

Bear of the Day: Dow Inc. (DOW)

The company faces challenges from soft demand due to weak global economic activities.

DOWPositive Net Change

Anindya Barman

DOW Trading Cheaper Than Industry: Should You Buy the Stock?

While DOW benefits from investment in high-return projects and cost actions, weak end-market demand and declining estimates cast a pall on its prospects.

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Brian Bolan

Bear of the Day: Ashland Inc (ASH)

This stock does not have the best looking chart and has seen estimates continue to fall.

ASHNo Net Change

Bryan Hayes

Bear of the Day: Olin (OLN)

Soft global economic conditions are adversely affecting the company's chemical business.

OLNNegative Net Change

Brian Bolan

Bear Of The Day: Celanese (CE)

Folliwng a recent earnings miss, earnings estimates have dropped for this stock

CEPositive Net Change

Anindya Barman

AdvanSix Stock Dirt Cheap: Should You Buy Now?

With favorable demand and pricing fundamentals, solid financial health and rising earnings estimates, ASIX presents a compelling investment case.

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Bryan Hayes

Bear of the Day: The Mosaic Company (MOS)

The company faces significant headwinds from lower fertilizer prices.

MOSPositive Net Change

Nilanjan Choudhury

Sasol (SSL) Stock Loses 26% in 2024: Wish to Buy the Drop?

Sasol Limited's (SSL) focus on free cash flow generation, decarbonization, and operational enhancements positions it well for long-term growth.

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Derek Lewis

Insiders Are Buying These 3 Stocks

Many investors closely monitor insider buys, as they can provide a high level of confidence and conviction. And recently, insiders of these three companies have scooped up shares.

CATPositive Net Change PPGPositive Net Change HUBBPositive Net Change

Derek Lewis

Bear of the Day: Albemarle (ALB)

Falling lithium prices have weighed heavily on the company's outlook, with analysts slashing expectations.

ALBPositive Net Change

Shaun Pruitt

Bear of the Day: Huntsman (HUN)

With Huntsman's (HUN) stock now down a grizzly -23% over the last year it's still too soon to bite on the dip as the frustrating start to 2024 may continue.

HUNPositive Net Change

Shaun Pruitt

3 Intriguing Stocks to Consider as Earrings Approach

With optimism springing in markets today on the back of the Fed leaving rates unchanged, several intriguing companies are set to report third quarter results on Friday, November 3 with now looking like a good time to buy their stocks.

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Derek Lewis

3 Top-Ranked Stocks Delivering Long-Term Outperformance

Market-beating returns appeal to any investor. And for those seeking long-term outperformers, all three of these stocks precisely fit the criteria.

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Bryan Hayes

Bear of the Day: Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile (SQM)

The company is witnessing negative earnings estimate revisions as its stock hovers near 52-week lows.

SQMPositive Net Change

Derek Lewis

These 3 Companies Have Seen Recent Insider Activity

It's easy to understand why investors closely follow insider activity, as it can provide a snapshot of current sentiment surrounding a company's future.

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Derek Lewis

These 3 Companies Recently Lifted Guidance

A company can raise guidance for various reasons, including increased demand, successful cost-saving measures, or favorable market conditions.

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