CE.N Hits 5-Day Low Amid Upcoming CEO Fireside Chat
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 17 Nov 25
Source: Globenewswire
Shares of Celanese Corporation (CE.N) declined today, reaching a 5-day low as investors reacted to broader market trends. The stock's recent performance indicates a bearish sentiment, potentially influenced by the upcoming fireside chat featuring CEO Scott Richardson with J.P. Morgan on November 18, 2025. This event may have prompted some investors to reassess their positions ahead of the discussion, which will focus on the company's strategic direction and commitment to sustainability. With net sales reported at $10.3 billion for 2024, Celanese continues to emphasize its role as a leader in specialty materials, but the current price action suggests caution among market participants.
Analyst Views on CE
Wall Street analysts forecast CE stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for CE is 54.78 USD with a low forecast of 43.00 USD and a high forecast of 75.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
10 Analyst Rating
4 Buy
6 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 45.440
Low
43.00
Averages
54.78
High
75.00
Current: 45.440
Low
43.00
Averages
54.78
High
75.00
About CE
Celanese Corporation is a global chemical and specialty materials company. The Company is a global producer of engineered polymers that are used in a variety of applications. Its segments include Engineered Materials and the Acetyl Chain. The Company's Engineered Materials segment includes the engineered materials business and certain strategic affiliates. The Engineered Materials business develops, produces and supplies a broad portfolio of high-performance specialty polymers for automotive and medical applications, as well as industrial products and consumer electronics. The Company's Acetyl Chain segment includes the integrated chain of acetic acid, vinyl acetate monomer (VAM), acetic anhydride, acetate esters, emulsion polymers, ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) polymers, redispersible powders (RDP), and acetate tow businesses. The Acetyl Chain business produces and supplies acetyl products, including acetic acid, VAM, acetic anhydride and acetate esters.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
