Investors looking for stocks in the Chemical - Diversified sector might want to consider either Eastman Chemical (EMN) or Innospec (IOSP). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
while the balance sheet is now debt-free, the current P/E of 17.25 and the negative free cash flow margin of 11.0% in 2026Q1 suggest significant operational risks remain.
Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | Apr 30, 2026 | $1.09vs $1.06+2.8% | $2.2Bvs $2.2B+0.2% |
| Q1 2026 | Jan 29, 2026 | $0.75vs $0.76-1.3% | $2.0Bvs $2.0B-2.3% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 3, 2025 | $1.14vs $1.16-1.7% | $2.2Bvs $2.3B-2.5% |
| Q3 2025 | Jul 31, 2025 | $1.60vs $1.72-7.0% | $2.3Bvs $2.4B-2.8% |
Recent stock market news and headlines for Eastman Chemical Company (EMN)
Investors looking for stocks in the Chemical - Diversified sector might want to consider either Eastman Chemical (EMN) or Innospec (IOSP). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

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Eastman Chemical (NYSE: EMN | EMN Price Prediction) is a Kingsport, Tennessee specialty materials company whose molecular recycling (methanolysis) facility is reshaping its cash flow profile.

EMN expands in dielectric fluids with Jarylec acquisition, adding assets from Arkema and strengthening its power grid applications portfolio.

Key metrics vs top competitors for Eastman Chemical Company (EMN)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $69.62 | $7.96B | 16.98 | -6.71% | 5.42% | 7.97% | 4.73% | |
| $54.61 | $17.59B | -23.24 | -25.18% | -3.44% | -7.2% | — | |
| $48.68 | $5.45B | -4.58 | -7.16% | -10.79% | -21.51% | — | |
| $10.97 | $1.91B | -6.90 | -5.85% | -5.69% | -8.14% | — | |
| $38.10 | $3.49B | 42.81 | 0.61% | 4.81% | 6.6% | — | |
| $65.73 | $3.01B | -3.58 | -13.68% | -39.03% | -37.54% | — |
Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Apr 30, 2026·SEC
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Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) reported $8.64B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 81% increase from $4.78B in 1996.
Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) saw revenue decline by 6.7% over the past year.
Yes, Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) is profitable, generating $399.0M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (5.4% net margin).
Yes, Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) pays a dividend with a yield of 4.73%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) has a return on equity (ROE) of 8.0%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
Eastman Chemical Company (EMN) generated $498.0M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.