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Avient (AVNT)


Market Price (12/27/2025): $31.78 | Market Cap: $2.9 Bil
Sector: Materials | Industry: Specialty Chemicals

Avient (AVNT)


Market Price (12/27/2025): $31.78
Market Cap: $2.9 Bil
Sector: Materials
Industry: Specialty Chemicals

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.


0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 7.2%, Dividend Yield is 3.4%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 3.1%, FCF Yield is 5.2%
Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -63%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -78%
Debt is significant
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 52%
1 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 39%
  Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -1.6%, Rev Chg QQuarterly Revenue Change % is -1.1%
2 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Advanced Materials, and Circular Economy & Recycling. Themes include Lightweight Composites, Specialty Chemicals for Performance, Show more.
  Key risks
AVNT key risks include [1] declining organic sales resulting from significant exposure to weak consumer and packaging demand, Show more.
0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 7.2%, Dividend Yield is 3.4%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 3.1%, FCF Yield is 5.2%
1 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 39%
2 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Advanced Materials, and Circular Economy & Recycling. Themes include Lightweight Composites, Specialty Chemicals for Performance, Show more.
3 Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -63%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -78%
4 Debt is significant
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 52%
5 Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -1.6%, Rev Chg QQuarterly Revenue Change % is -1.1%
6 Key risks
AVNT key risks include [1] declining organic sales resulting from significant exposure to weak consumer and packaging demand, Show more.

Valuation, Metrics & Events

AVNT Stock


Why The Stock Moved


Qualitative Assessment

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Here are five key points explaining Avient's (AVNT) stock movement between August 31, 2025, and December 27, 2025:

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<b>1. Avient reported mixed third-quarter 2025 results on November 5, 2025, with revenue falling short of analyst expectations.</b> While the company's adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.70 slightly surpassed the consensus estimate of $0.69, its quarterly sales of $807 million missed the anticipated $822.57 million.

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<b>2. The stock reacted negatively to the Q3 2025 earnings announcement.</b> Following the release of its third-quarter results, Avient's stock experienced a decline, falling 1.79% in regular trading and 2.46% in pre-market activity due to investor concerns over the revenue miss.

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<b>3. Subdued market demand in key sectors impacted revenue growth.</b> Avient's CEO highlighted "subdued market demand in several of our key markets" as a challenge affecting revenue growth, particularly when compared to a strong performance in the same quarter of the previous year. The company specifically faced difficulties in the consumer and packaging markets.

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<b>4. Avient slightly lowered its full-year 2025 adjusted EBITDA guidance.</b> In response to challenging market conditions and the third-quarter results, Avient adjusted its full-year 2025 guidance for adjusted EBITDA to a range of $540 million to $550 million, a modest reduction from its previous outlook.

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<b>5. The company's stock reached a new 52-week low in mid-November.</b> On November 18, 2025, Avient Corporation's stock hit a new 52-week low, closing at $27.8 USD, reflecting a significant downturn over the preceding year.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The -2.4% change in AVNT stock from 9/26/2025 to 12/26/2025 was primarily driven by a -4.5% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
926202512262025Change
Stock Price ($)32.5531.77-2.41%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)3254.803246.10-0.27%
Net Income Margin (%)3.65%3.49%-4.45%
P/E Multiple25.0525.692.53%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)91.5091.60-0.11%
Cumulative Contribution-2.41%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

9/26/2025 to 12/26/2025
ReturnCorrelation
AVNT-2.4% 
Market (SPY)4.3%51.0%
Sector (XLB)3.8%72.3%

Fundamental Drivers

The -1.7% change in AVNT stock from 6/27/2025 to 12/26/2025 was primarily driven by a -13.2% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
627202512262025Change
Stock Price ($)32.3231.77-1.70%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)3238.003246.100.25%
Net Income Margin (%)3.09%3.49%13.13%
P/E Multiple29.6025.69-13.23%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)91.5091.60-0.11%
Cumulative Contribution-1.70%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

6/27/2025 to 12/26/2025
ReturnCorrelation
AVNT-1.7% 
Market (SPY)12.6%35.7%
Sector (XLB)5.4%68.6%

Fundamental Drivers

The -20.8% change in AVNT stock from 12/26/2024 to 12/26/2025 was primarily driven by a -25.1% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
1226202412262025Change
Stock Price ($)40.1231.77-20.82%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)3212.903246.101.03%
Net Income Margin (%)4.66%3.49%-25.14%
P/E Multiple24.4525.695.03%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)91.3091.60-0.33%
Cumulative Contribution-20.82%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

12/26/2024 to 12/26/2025
ReturnCorrelation
AVNT-20.8% 
Market (SPY)15.8%67.9%
Sector (XLB)9.6%79.9%

Fundamental Drivers

The 1.9% change in AVNT stock from 12/27/2022 to 12/26/2025 was primarily driven by a 70.7% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
1227202212262025Change
Stock Price ($)31.1931.771.85%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)3413.503246.10-4.90%
Net Income Margin (%)5.52%3.49%-36.76%
P/E Multiple15.0525.6970.67%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)90.9091.60-0.77%
Cumulative Contribution1.85%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

12/27/2023 to 12/26/2025
ReturnCorrelation
AVNT-20.8% 
Market (SPY)48.0%64.7%
Sector (XLB)10.5%77.0%

Return vs. Risk


Price Returns Compared

 202020212022202320242025Total [1]
Returns
AVNT Return13%41%-38%26%1%-21%-1%
Peers Return16%38%-12%21%26%16%150%
S&P 500 Return16%27%-19%24%23%18%114%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
AVNT Win Rate67%67%50%42%58%33% 
Peers Win Rate52%65%42%68%57%52% 
S&P 500 Win Rate58%75%42%67%75%73% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
AVNT Max Drawdown-72%-5%-49%-6%-14%-31% 
Peers Max Drawdown-34%-5%-26%-7%-9%-23% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-31%-1%-25%-1%-2%-15% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2020
[2] Peers: HPQ, HPE, IBM, CSCO, AAPL.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2025 data is for the year up to 12/26/2025 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

Unique KeyEventAVNTS&P 500
2022 Inflation Shock2022 Inflation Shock  
2022 Inflation Shock% Loss% Loss-53.9%-25.4%
2022 Inflation Shock% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven117.0%34.1%
2022 Inflation ShockTime to BreakevenTime to BreakevenNot Fully Recovered days464 days
2020 Covid Pandemic2020 Covid Pandemic  
2020 Covid Pandemic% Loss% Loss-72.5%-33.9%
2020 Covid Pandemic% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven263.2%51.3%
2020 Covid PandemicTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven251 days148 days
2018 Correction2018 Correction  
2018 Correction% Loss% Loss-46.4%-19.8%
2018 Correction% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven86.6%24.7%
2018 CorrectionTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven645 days120 days
2008 Global Financial Crisis2008 Global Financial Crisis  
2008 Global Financial Crisis% Loss% Loss-85.3%-56.8%
2008 Global Financial Crisis% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven579.9%131.3%
2008 Global Financial CrisisTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven375 days1,480 days

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In The Past

Avient's stock fell -53.9% during the 2022 Inflation Shock from a high on 11/17/2021. A -53.9% loss requires a 117.0% gain to breakeven.

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About Avient (AVNT)

Avient Corporation provides specialized formulator, services, and sustainable material solutions in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, South America, and Asia. It operates through three segments: Color, Additives and Inks; Specialty Engineered Materials; and Distribution. The Color, Additives and Inks segment offers specialized color and additive concentrates in solid and liquid form for thermoplastics; dispersions for thermosets; and specialty inks. This segment products are used in various markets include medical, pharmaceutical devices, food packaging, personal care, cosmetics, transportation, building products, recreational, athletic apparel, construction, filtration, outdoor furniture, healthcare, wire, and cable. The Specialty Engineered Materials segment provides specialty polymer formulations, services, and solutions for designers, assemblers, and processors of thermoplastic materials; and long glass and carbon fiber technology to thermoset and thermoplastic composites. The Distribution segment distributes approximately 4,000 grades of engineering and commodity grade resins to custom injection molders and extruders. The company sells its products through direct sales personnel, distributors, and commissioned sales agents. The company was formerly known as PolyOne Corporation and changed its name to Avient Corporation in June 2020. Avient Corporation was founded in 1885 and is headquartered in Avon Lake, Ohio.

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Here are 1-2 brief analogies for Avient (AVNT):

  • The 3M of specialized polymer solutions. (Like 3M, Avient innovates in materials science to provide diverse, specialized solutions across industries, but with a focus on polymers.)
  • A modern DuPont focused on high-performance plastics. (Similar to DuPont's legacy in creating groundbreaking materials, Avient specializes in developing and supplying advanced, custom-engineered plastic and composite materials.)

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  • Specialty Engineered Materials: Custom-formulated polymer solutions, composites, and advanced materials designed for specific performance requirements.
  • Color & Additive Concentrates: Masterbatches and compounds that provide color, enhance performance, or add functionality to plastic products.
  • Thermoplastic Distribution: Distribution of a wide range of prime thermoplastic resins from leading producers to various industrial processors.

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Avient (symbol: AVNT) primarily sells its specialized polymer materials, composites, and colorants to other companies (B2B) across a wide range of industries.

Due to its highly diversified customer base, Avient does not publicly disclose specific major customer companies. According to its SEC filings, no single customer accounts for 10% or more of its net sales, and its top 10 customers collectively represent a relatively small portion of total revenue. Therefore, instead of naming specific companies, the major customers of Avient can be categorized by the industries whose manufacturers utilize Avient's products as key components or materials. These industries include, but are not limited to:

  • Automotive manufacturers: Companies producing vehicles and vehicle components that use Avient's materials for various interior, exterior, and under-the-hood applications.
  • Consumer Goods manufacturers: Producers of appliances, personal care products, sports and leisure items, and various packaging solutions for consumer products.
  • Building & Construction companies: Manufacturers creating materials for infrastructure, such as piping systems, window profiles, flooring, and insulation.
  • Healthcare and Medical Device companies: Enterprises developing medical devices, pharmaceutical packaging, and diagnostic equipment.
  • Electrical & Electronics manufacturers: Companies that produce wire & cable, connectors, and housings for electronic devices and components.

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Ashish K. Khandpur, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Ashish K. Khandpur was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Avient in December 2023, and Chairman of the Board in May 2025. He joined Avient after a nearly three-decade career at 3M, where he held various R&D and technology roles, eventually becoming Chief Technology Officer. He also led several of 3M's businesses, most recently serving as Group President of 3M's Transportation and Electronics Business, which generated approximately $8.9 billion in revenue in 2022. Dr. Khandpur holds undergraduate and doctorate degrees in chemical engineering.

Jamie A. Beggs, Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Jamie A. Beggs joined Avient in August 2020 as Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer. She has over 20 years of experience in financial leadership within both public and private organizations, with a focus on specialty materials and diverse end markets. Prior to Avient, Ms. Beggs served as Chief Financial Officer of Hunt Consolidated, Inc., a diversified holding company. Before that, she spent 10 years at Celanese Corporation in various finance and business leadership positions, including Corporate Vice President and Treasurer, and Chief Financial Officer of the Materials Solutions business. She began her career at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP and holds Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin. Ms. Beggs also serves on the Board of Directors of International Paper (NYSE: IP).

Philip G. Clark, Ph.D., Senior Vice President, Chief Technology Officer

Dr. Philip G. Clark is Senior Vice President, Chief Technology Officer, for Avient Corporation. He is responsible for developing and executing Avient's long-term innovation strategy. Dr. Clark joined Avient in 2024 from Nouryon, a global specialty chemicals organization, where he served as Chief Technology Officer. Before Nouryon, he spent 17 years at 3M, leading R&D efforts in corporate innovation and business segments, including an international assignment in South Korea. He served as 3M's Vice President for Research and Development for the Automotive and Aerospace Solutions division. Dr. Clark holds a Ph.D. and Master's degree in Physical Chemistry from Harvard University and a Bachelor's degree with a dual major in Chemistry and Biology from Bates College.

Kristen Gajewski, Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer

Kristen Gajewski is Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer at Avient Corporation, a role she has held since 2023. She has global responsibility for the Human Resources function. Ms. Gajewski joined Avient in July 2013 from AkzoNobel/PPG and has held multiple roles with increasing responsibility within Human Resources, including HR Director for Avient's Color, Additives & Inks business segment and an international assignment with responsibility for the EMEA and India regions. She also led Avient's learning and organizational development programs, talent management, and acquisition. Ms. Gajewski holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Psychology from Bowling Green State University.

David Schneider, Senior Vice President, President of Specialty Engineered Materials

David Schneider is Senior Vice President and President, Specialty Engineered Materials, for Avient Corporation. He joined Avient in 2025 and has over three decades of experience in specialty materials and businesses, including semiconductors, automotive aftermarket, electronics, healthcare, and industrial markets. Mr. Schneider previously served as Global Vice President for the Electronics Materials Solutions Division at 3M, where he led strategic growth and operational performance across a complex global portfolio. He began his career in 1993 at 3M in process engineering and manufacturing roles, progressing into product management, business development, and acquisition integration positions. Mr. Schneider holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from North Dakota State University and is a certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt.

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The key risks to Avient's business include:

  1. Macroeconomic Headwinds and Weak Demand: Avient is significantly exposed to the cyclical nature of the global economy and faces challenges from subdued consumer and packaging demand, as well as general slowdowns in the various industries it serves. This has led to declining organic sales and puts pressure on the company's revenue generation, even with effective cost management.
  2. Intense Competition and Innovation Pressures: Avient operates in a highly competitive specialty materials industry, where it faces significant risks from rivals on pricing, product innovation, and customer service. The development and introduction of superior products by competitors could erode Avient's market acceptance, reduce sales and earnings, and lead to intensified price competition that negatively impacts cash flow. Delays or failures in Avient's research and development efforts could further diminish its competitive edge.
  3. Raw Material Price Volatility and Supply Chain Disruptions: As a company in the chemicals industry, Avient is vulnerable to fluctuations in the prices of raw materials, as well as potential supply disruptions, shortages, and logistical inefficiencies. These factors can directly increase production costs and negatively affect profit margins if the company is unable to pass on higher costs to its customers through increased pricing.

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Avient (AVNT) operates primarily in two main product segments: Specialty Engineered Materials and Color, Additives, and Inks.

Specialty Engineered Materials

The addressable market for specialty engineered materials, which encompass specialty polymers, is substantial and global. The global specialty polymers market size was estimated at USD 185.10 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 362.31 billion by 2033. Another estimate places the global market at USD 199.5 billion in 2025, with an expected growth to USD 422.9 billion by 2035. Avient itself has stated its addressable market within Global Specialty Engineered Materials to be greater than $15 billion.

Color, Additives, and Inks

This segment's addressable market can be broadly covered by the global masterbatch market. The global masterbatch market was valued at USD 6.88 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 11.03 billion by 2032. Other sources estimate the global masterbatch market at USD 12.41 billion in 2025, projected to reach USD 15.49 billion by 2030. A specific component of this segment, the additive masterbatch market, is projected to grow from USD 2.15 billion in 2025 to USD 2.87 billion by 2030 globally.

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Avient (AVNT) is expected to drive future revenue growth over the next 2-3 years through a combination of strategic initiatives and market-specific opportunities:

  1. Innovation and Growth in Healthcare and Defense Portfolios: Avient anticipates continued strong performance and growth in its healthcare and defense sectors, driven by innovative product offerings in areas such as medical devices and telecommunications.
  2. Productivity Initiatives and Margin Expansion: The company's strategic focus on enhanced productivity, cost control, and portfolio prioritization is expected to continue driving margin expansion and earnings growth. These efficiencies enable Avient to remain competitive and support sustainable investments in growth areas.
  3. Growth in Key Geographic Markets and End Markets: Avient has experienced strong organic growth in regions such as Latin America and Asia, particularly within the packaging and consumer markets. Additionally, the demand for composite materials in the building and construction market is contributing to revenue growth in the US and Canada.
  4. Launch and Adoption of New Products: The successful launch and adoption of recently introduced innovative products, especially within the healthcare and defense markets, are expected to fuel future revenue.

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Share Repurchases

  • Avient's Board of Directors authorized a common share repurchase program, which was increased by an additional 5.0 million shares on December 9, 2020.
  • As of December 31, 2024, approximately 5.0 million shares remained available for purchase under these authorizations with no expiration.
  • Share repurchases have been on hold as the company focuses on deleveraging, with potential resumption expected once the net debt-to-EBITDA ratio reaches approximately 2.5x, possibly in the latter half of 2026.

Share Issuance

  • Avient used $496.1 million in net proceeds from the issuance of common shares to help finance the acquisition of the Clariant Masterbatches business in 2020.
  • The 2020 Equity and Incentive Compensation Plan initially reserved 2.5 million common shares for various share-based awards, with an additional 2.5 million common shares approved in May 2023.
  • The number of outstanding common shares was 91,563,628 as of September 30, 2025.

Outbound Investments

  • Avient acquired the Clariant Color business on July 1, 2020, for $1.4 billion, net of cash.
  • The company acquired DSM Protective Materials in 2022 for $1.485 billion, financed through debt and cash on hand.

Capital Expenditures

  • Capital expenditures are forecast to be approximately $110 million for 2025.
  • In 2023, estimated capital expenditures were approximately $150 million, primarily to support sales growth, continued investment in recent acquisitions, and other strategic investments.
  • Capital expenditures were estimated at $90 million in 2022, excluding amounts for IT system upgrades and synergy capture.

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Financials

AVNTHPQHPEIBMCSCOAAPLMedian
NameAvient HP Hewlett .Internat.Cisco Sy.Apple  
Mkt Price31.7723.2624.49305.0978.16273.4054.96
Mkt Cap2.921.932.6284.9309.24,074.4158.8
Rev LTM3,24655,29534,29665,40257,696408,62556,496
Op Inc LTM2503,6241,64411,54412,991130,2147,584
FCF LTM1512,80062711,85412,73396,1847,327
FCF 3Y Avg1372,9781,40011,75313,879100,5037,366
CFO LTM2563,6972,91913,48313,744108,5658,590
CFO 3Y Avg2563,6723,89613,49814,736111,5598,697

Growth & Margins

AVNTHPQHPEIBMCSCOAAPLMedian
NameAvient HP Hewlett .Internat.Cisco Sy.Apple  
Rev Chg LTM1.0%3.2%13.8%4.5%8.9%6.0%5.2%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg-1.6%-3.9%6.5%2.6%3.7%1.8%2.2%
Rev Chg Q-1.1%4.2%14.4%9.1%7.5%9.6%8.3%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM-0.3%1.1%3.7%2.1%1.8%2.1%2.0%
Op Mgn LTM7.7%6.6%4.8%17.7%22.5%31.9%12.7%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg7.1%7.4%7.2%16.4%24.2%30.8%11.9%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM-0.3%-0.2%-1.4%0.6%0.4%0.1%-0.1%
CFO/Rev LTM7.9%6.7%8.5%20.6%23.8%26.6%14.6%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg7.9%6.8%12.7%21.4%26.1%28.4%17.1%
FCF/Rev LTM4.7%5.1%1.8%18.1%22.1%23.5%11.6%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg4.2%5.5%4.6%18.6%24.6%25.6%12.1%

Valuation

AVNTHPQHPEIBMCSCOAAPLMedian
NameAvient HP Hewlett .Internat.Cisco Sy.Apple  
Mkt Cap2.921.932.6284.9309.24,074.4158.8
P/S0.90.41.04.45.410.02.7
P/EBIT11.66.819.925.122.531.321.2
P/E25.78.6572.736.029.941.033.0
P/CFO11.35.911.221.122.537.516.2
Total Yield7.2%14.1%2.3%5.0%5.4%2.8%5.2%
Dividend Yield3.4%2.5%2.1%2.2%2.1%0.4%2.1%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg3.9%10.6%5.5%6.4%6.0%3.1%5.7%
D/E0.70.50.70.20.10.00.4
Net D/E0.50.30.60.20.00.00.3

Returns

AVNTHPQHPEIBMCSCOAAPLMedian
NameAvient HP Hewlett .Internat.Cisco Sy.Apple  
1M Rtn5.5%-1.8%14.4%0.6%2.7%-1.5%1.7%
3M Rtn-2.4%-11.9%2.7%7.9%17.0%7.1%4.9%
6M Rtn-1.7%-4.0%34.5%6.6%15.2%36.3%10.9%
12M Rtn-20.8%-27.3%14.2%39.2%33.7%6.0%10.1%
3Y Rtn1.9%-3.8%67.7%139.0%79.5%113.4%73.6%
1M Excs Rtn3.4%-5.6%12.9%-2.2%-0.0%-3.7%-1.1%
3M Excs Rtn-6.7%-16.2%-1.7%3.6%12.7%2.8%0.6%
6M Excs Rtn-14.0%-16.3%22.3%-5.7%3.0%24.0%-1.3%
12M Excs Rtn-36.1%-42.9%-0.7%25.0%19.9%-8.4%-4.6%
3Y Excs Rtn-77.8%-83.5%-11.2%59.6%-1.2%28.4%-6.2%

Financials

Segment Financials

Assets by Segment
$ Mil20242023202220212020
Color, Additives and Inks2,6572,7032,9653,0191,216
Specialty Engineered Materials2,5332,526771728774
Corporate7798558768791,048
Distribution  385245236
Total5,9686,0854,9974,8703,273


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$31.77 
Market Cap ($ Bil)2.9 
First Trading Date09/13/1999 
Distance from 52W High-25.9% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$30.54$33.31
DMA Trenddowndown
Distance from DMA4.0%-4.6%
 3M1YR
Volatility29.4%39.1%
Downside Capture137.00148.92
Upside Capture97.65104.49
Correlation (SPY)51.5%67.9%
AVNT Betas & Captures as of 11/30/2025

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta1.181.201.281.221.381.43
Up Beta1.441.632.132.071.481.49
Down Beta-1.710.870.770.361.361.34
Up Capture123%79%48%78%89%223%
Bmk +ve Days12253873141426
Stock +ve Days8192759104367
Down Capture168%149%181%168%130%109%
Bmk -ve Days7162452107323
Stock -ve Days9203364142378

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
 Comparison of AVNT With Other Asset Classes (Last 1Y)
 AVNTSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return-21.1%9.9%17.8%72.1%8.6%4.4%-8.3%
Annualized Volatility38.9%19.9%19.4%19.3%15.2%17.0%35.0%
Sharpe Ratio-0.520.360.722.700.340.09-0.08
Correlation With Other Assets 79.9%67.8%5.3%25.4%60.2%33.2%

ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLB, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Based On 5-Year Data
 Comparison of AVNT With Other Asset Classes (Last 5Y)
 AVNTSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return-2.2%7.2%14.7%18.7%11.5%4.6%30.8%
Annualized Volatility37.2%18.9%17.1%15.5%18.7%18.9%48.7%
Sharpe Ratio0.040.290.700.970.500.160.57
Correlation With Other Assets 76.4%65.2%12.9%18.2%57.7%31.9%

ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLB, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Based On 10-Year Data
 Comparison of AVNT With Other Asset Classes (Last 10Y)
 AVNTSector ETFEquityGoldCommoditiesReal EstateBitcoin
Annualized Return2.5%10.1%14.8%15.3%7.0%5.3%69.2%
Annualized Volatility39.8%20.7%18.0%14.7%17.6%20.8%55.8%
Sharpe Ratio0.200.440.710.860.320.220.90
Correlation With Other Assets 72.2%63.5%4.3%26.3%54.8%22.7%

ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLB, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date12152025
Short Interest: Shares Quantity2,296,925
Short Interest: % Change Since 1130202555.5%
Average Daily Volume779,521
Days-to-Cover Short Interest2.95
Basic Shares Quantity91,600,000
Short % of Basic Shares2.5%

Earnings Returns History

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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
11/5/20250.0%-4.7%-1.1%
8/1/20257.0%5.1%18.5%
5/6/20254.3%14.7%7.3%
2/13/20252.9%5.4%-3.5%
10/31/2024-3.9%5.0%5.6%
8/6/20249.8%9.7%14.7%
5/7/20244.2%2.4%1.1%
2/14/20247.7%7.9%12.8%
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SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive181818
# Negative666
Median Positive3.6%5.2%7.3%
Median Negative-4.2%-4.4%-3.5%
Max Positive12.3%14.7%18.5%
Max Negative-18.9%-16.2%-23.9%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
93020251105202510-Q 9/30/2025
6302025801202510-Q 6/30/2025
3312025506202510-Q 3/31/2025
12312024218202510-K 12/31/2024
93020241105202410-Q 9/30/2024
6302024806202410-Q 6/30/2024
3312024507202410-Q 3/31/2024
12312023220202410-K 12/31/2023
93020231102202310-Q 9/30/2023
6302023727202310-Q 6/30/2023
3312023503202310-Q 3/31/2023
12312022222202310-K 12/31/2022
93020221102202210-Q 9/30/2022
6302022726202210-Q 6/30/2022
3312022427202210-Q 3/31/2022
12312021222202210-K 12/31/2021