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Dow shares are trading lower after the company announced it will shut down three European plants, which may result in up to $790 million worth of asset write-downs.

Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) is moving forward with a series of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/07/n46269864/dow-will-shut-down-three-upstream-european-assets-in-response-to-structural-challenges-in-the-regi" rel="noreferrer noopener">strategic asset closures</a> across Europe as part of a broader restructuring plan to boost long-term profitability and streamline global operations.
The decision, approved by the board, involves winding down operations at an ethylene cracker in Böhlen and chlor-alkali and vinyl units in Schkopau, Germany, and a siloxanes facility in Barry, U.K. The closures will begin in mid-2026 and are expected to conclude by late 2027, with decommissioning continuing through 2029.
The restructuring, first <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44978321/dow-posts-surprise-profit-as-volumes-rise-in-q1-but-cash-flow-and-capex-outlook-signal-market-caution" rel="noreferrer noopener">outlined</a> in April, is expected to boost operating EBITDA by approximately $200 million annually by 2029. Dow will spend about $500 million over four years to carry out the changes and expects to take charges of $630 million to $790 million, including severance, asset disposal, and write-downs.
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Chair and CEO Jim Fitterling said the actions reflect ongoing efforts to respond to weak market conditions and high costs in Europe. &#8220;We&#8217;re committed to unlocking value from targeted growth projects and strengthening our cash flow with over $6 billion in near-term support,&#8221; he said.
Approximately 800 Dow roles will be impacted as a result of these actions. These roles are in addition to the $1&nbsp;billion cost savings actions&nbsp;announced in January&nbsp;that included a workforce reduction of approximately 1,500 Dow roles globally.
Dow said it will coordinate with local stakeholders and follow legal requirements in each country throughout the process.
The company said the restructuring will reduce its reliance on higher-cost, energy-intensive operations and allow it to focus on more profitable downstream demand.
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Price Action: DOW shares are trading lower by 2.04% to $27.88 at last check Monday.
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Dow Cuts 800 Jobs, Shuts Major European Facilities To Boost Profit

<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4462893-1&amp;h=1300208705&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.dow.com%2Fen-us%2F&amp;a=Dow">Dow</a>&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) announced today that, as a follow-up to the European asset actions first announced in April 2025, its Board of Directors has approved the shutdown of three upstream assets in Europe, in addition to certain corporate and other assets across the Company's global asset footprint:
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<ul>
<li>Packaging &amp; Specialty Plastics: Ethylene cracker in Böhlen, Germany; shutdown expected in 4Q27</li>
<li>Industrial Intermediates &amp; Infrastructure: Chlor-alkali &amp; vinyl (CAV) assets in Schkopau, Germany; shutdown expected in 4Q27</li>
<li>Performance Materials &amp; Coatings: Basics siloxanes plant in Barry, U.K.; shutdown expected mid-year 2026</li>
</ul>
The shutdown of upstream assets in Europe will right-size regional capacity, reduce merchant sale exposure, and remove higher-cost, energy-intensive portions of Dow's portfolio in the region. This will improve our ability to supply profitable derivative demand and optimize margins.
"Our industry in Europe continues to face difficult market dynamics, as well as an ongoing challenging cost and demand landscape," said <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4462893-1&amp;h=1264473883&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4365669-1%26h%3D928999966%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fcorporate.dow.com%252Fen-us%252Fabout%252Fcompany%252Fleadership%252Fjim-fitterling.html%26a%3DJim%2BFitterling%23xd_co_f%3DNWU5MTc3MGItMzc0Ni00OGE5LTk4YzAtOTk2NGNjMmJhYjNl%7E&amp;a=Jim%C2%A0Fitterling">Jim&nbsp;Fitterling</a>, Dow chair and CEO. "Over the past decade, we have demonstrated Dow's commitment to operating with a best-owner mindset by taking proactive actions across higher-cost or non-strategic assets. Looking ahead, we remain committed to realizing the value of our incremental growth investments and enhancing profitability and cash flow through more than $6&nbsp;billion in near-term cash support."
In April 2025, the Company <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4462893-1&amp;h=1608642756&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fs23.q4cdn.com%2F981382065%2Ffiles%2Fdoc_financials%2F2025%2Fq1%2FDow-1Q25-Earnings-News-Release.pdf&amp;a=announced">announced</a>&nbsp;it had identified three assets in Europe for action across all of its operating segments. On June 30, 2025, Dow's Board of Directors approved restructuring actions to rationalize the Company's global asset footprint, including these three assets as part of its European review, and certain corporate and other assets.
Dow's actions to shut down these assets will result in an Operating EBITDA uplift beginning in 2026, ramping to 50% of the approximate $200&nbsp;million target by year-end 2027 with full delivery by 2029, with a cash outlay of approximately $500&nbsp;million over four years.
As a result of these actions, the Company will record charges ranging from $630&nbsp;million to $790&nbsp;million, for both non-cash items—such as asset write-downs and write-offs—and cash items, such as exit and disposal of assets, as well as severance and related benefit costs.
The shutdown of the assets is expected to begin in mid-2026 and is estimated to be complete by the end of 2027, with potential decommissioning and demolition to continue into 2029 as needed.
Approximately 800 Dow roles will be impacted as a result of these actions. These roles are in addition to the $1&nbsp;billion cost savings actions <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4462893-1&amp;h=4038991573&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.dow.com%2Fen-us%2Fnews%2Fpress-releases%2Fdow-announces-targeted-actions-to-deliver--1b-in-cost-savings.html&amp;a=announced+in+January">announced in January</a>&nbsp;that included a workforce reduction of approximately 1,500 Dow roles globally.

Dow to Shut European Plants, Will Take Up to $790M Hit as It Eyes $200M Profit Boost by 2029, To Impact 800 Jobs

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Analysts' ratings for Dow (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 15 analysts.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $32.47, a high estimate of $40.00, and a low estimate of $22.00. A decline of 19.41% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750687254_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Dow. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>John McNulty</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Frank Mitsch</td>
<td>Fermium Research</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Duffy Fischer</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arun Viswanathan</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Frank Mitsch</td>
<td>Fermium Research</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Leithead</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Byrne</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arun Viswanathan</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Sison</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joshua Spector</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Charles Neivert</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Sison</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Cunningham</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Zekauskas</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Leithead</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
<td>$44.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Dow. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Dow compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Dow's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Dow's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Discovering Dow: A Closer Look</h2>
Dow Chemical is a diversified global chemicals producer, formed in 2019 as a result of the DowDuPont merger and subsequent separations. The firm is a leading producer of several chemicals, including polyethylene, ethylene oxide, and silicone rubber. Its products have numerous applications in both consumer and industrial end markets.
<h3>Breaking Down Dow's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3M period, Dow faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -3.1% in revenue growth as of 31 March, 2025. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Materials sector.
Net Margin: Dow's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive -2.97% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Dow's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of -1.82%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Dow's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching -0.54%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Dow's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.07.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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<li>BMO Capital slashed the price target for Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) from $29 to $22. BMO Capital analyst John McNulty downgraded the stock from Market Perform to Underperform. Dow shares closed at $27.76 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DOW/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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<li>Telsey Advisory Group raised The Kroger Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KR#NYSE">KR</a>) price target from $73 to $82. Telsey Advisory Group analyst Joseph Feldman maintained an Outperform rating. Kroger shares closed at $71.97 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Deutsche Bank increased Compass Minerals International, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMP#NYSE">CMP</a>) price target from $14 to $22. Deutsche Bank analyst David Begleiter maintained a Buy rating. Compass Minerals shares closed at $19.38 on Friday.  <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CMP/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Wells Fargo raised the price target for Corteva, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTVA#NYSE">CTVA</a>) from $79 to $82. Wells Fargo analyst Richard Garchitorena maintained an Overweight rating. Corteva shares settled at $73.72 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CTVA/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Melius Research increased Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) price target from $110 to $175. Melius Research analyst Ben Reitzes upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy. AMD shares closed at $128.24 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AMD/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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AMD To Rally More Than 36%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Monday

BMO Capital analyst John McNulty downgrades Dow (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) from Market Perform to Underperform and lowers the price target from $29 to $22.

Downgrades

BMO Capital Downgrades Dow to Underperform, Lowers Price Target to $22

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Jefferies analyst Hamzah Mazari downgraded Bright Horizons Family Solutions Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BFAM#NYSE">BFAM</a>) from Buy to Hold and lowered the price target from $146 to $135. Bright Horizons Family shares closed at $122.33 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/bfam/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst Anthony Paolone downgraded the rating for Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HHH#NYSE">HHH</a>) from Overweight to Neutral and lowered the price target from $82 to $76. Howard Hughes shares closed at $69.26 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/hhh/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Fermium Research analyst Frank Mitsch downgraded Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) from Buy to Hold and announced a $30 price target. Dow shares closed at $27.76 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/dow/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Keybanc analyst Sangita Jain downgraded the rating for KBR, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBR#NYSE">KBR</a>) from Overweight to Sector Weight. KBR shares closed at $48.93 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/kbr/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst Michael Mueller downgraded Lineage, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LINE#NASDAQ">LINE</a>) from Neutral to Underweight and slashed the price target from $55 to $50. Lineage shares closed at $44.76 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/line/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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Considering buying DOW stock? Here&#8217;s what analysts think: 
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This Dow Analyst Is No Longer Bullish; Here Are Top 5 Downgrades For Monday

Fermium Research analyst Frank Mitsch downgrades Dow (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) from Buy to Hold and announces $30 price target.

Fermium Research Downgrades Dow to Hold, Announces $30 Price Target

Turns out, when it comes to share repurchases, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-basic-materials-stocks">most materials companies</a> may have been better off buying the S&amp;P 500.
JPMorgan analyst Jeffrey Zekauskas just gave the sector a reality check: Of 31 major Materials firms tracked since 2019, nearly two-thirds saw negative absolute returns on their buyback programs. Even worse, 24 of them underperformed a simple S&amp;P 500 ETF investment, even after accounting for taxes.
The conclusion? These repurchases weren't just disappointing but financially destructive.
Across the group, billions were poured into buybacks that cratered in value. Celanese Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CE#NYSE">CE</a>) sank over $1.47 billion into repurchases, only to underperform a hypothetical S&amp;P 500 investment by more than $2.5 billion. Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) fared even worse, erasing $3.5 billion in relative value. And Huntsman Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUN#NYSE">HUN</a>) torched $1.6 billion with an eye-watering 61.5% drop in buyback value.
But it wasn't all gloom.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Linde, Corteva, CF Prove Buybacks Can Work &#8211; If You Pick Your Spots</h2>
Among the few bright spots, Linde Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LIN#NASDAQ">LIN</a>) stands tall. With a 58.7% return on buybacks &#8211; and a nearly $8.8 billion edge over the S&amp;P 500 &#8211; the industrial gas giant proved that timing, valuation, and execution still matter. 
Corteva Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTVA#NYSE">CTVA</a>), up 47.9% on its buybacks, outperformed by $1.36 billion. CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CF#NYSE">CF</a>) delivered a 40.1% gain and a $1.16 billion upside vs. the index.
What makes these companies different? For one, they've all posted significant share price gains over the six-year period — Corteva is up nearly 56%, and CF has surged 54%, easily outpacing the S&amp;P 500's 40.5% gain. Contrast that with firms like Tronox Holdings PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TROX#NYSE">TROX</a>), where the stock collapsed over 60%, and the case for more disciplined capital return becomes clear.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Time For A New Materials Playbook?</h2>
Zekauskas' note makes a clear case: most Materials firms engage in buybacks without publishing any assessment of the value generated. Instead of accountability, there&#8217;s a blind faith in EPS boosts &#8211; which also conveniently pad executive comp packages.
Investors would be wise to scrutinize buyback programs in this sector, especially when management remains mum on returns. Until there's more transparency &#8211; and better timing &#8211; the Materials sector might want to trade in its buyback habit for one that&#8217;s a bit more… constructive.
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Looking into the current session, Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) shares are trading at $30.48, after a 1.96% increase. Moreover, over the past month, the stock increased by 2.33%, but in the past year, decreased by 45.01%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is undervalued, even if the company is performing up to par in the current session. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750096835_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>A Look at Dow P/E Relative to Its Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of 20.13 in the Chemicals industry, Dow Inc. has a higher P/E ratio of 74.75. Shareholders might be inclined to think that Dow Inc. might perform better than its industry group. It's also possible that the stock is overvalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750096835_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

Intraday Update

A Look Into Dow Inc's Price Over Earnings

Offerings

Dow Files For Mixed Shelf; Size Not Disclosed

Dow's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) short percent of float has risen 17.66% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 34.48 million shares sold short, which is 5.53% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.26 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Dow Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
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As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Dow has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Dow's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Dow's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.55%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Dividend investing is gaining traction in 2025 as tariffs and macroeconomic uncertainties continue to weigh on market sentiment. Research from <a href="https://www.spglobal.com/spdji/en/documents/research/research-sp500-dividend-aristocrats.pdf">S&amp;P Global </a>shows that dividend stocks with a strong history of growth have historically delivered higher returns with lower volatility compared to the S&amp;P 500.
Last month, someone <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/dividends/comments/1ksb79m/anyone_already_living_the_dream_and_living_off/">asked</a> investors on r/Dividends — a Reddit community with over 730,000 followers — whether anyone was living off dividend income. The question drew an overwhelming response, with many investors sharing their advice and experience.&nbsp;
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An investor said that he was living off dividends from a diversified portfolio of stocks and funds. He advised Redditors to first pay off all debts and avoid being a "slave" to banks.
&nbsp;"Life is great and we are blessed with dividends!" he wrote. "Invest in quality dividend stocks in all sectors and don&#8217;t waste money on material things you don&#8217;t need but enjoy life!"
The investor, 62, said in a separate comment that he and his wife are retired and their portfolio includes a lot of "qualified" dividend stocks with an average yield of 9%.
"Retired and enjoying dividends without depleting my initial investment. I am diversified across all sectors," he said.
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Let's take a look at some of the top dividend stocks and funds in his portfolio.
Energy Transfer LP Unit
Energy Transfer LP Unit (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ET#NYSE">ET</a>) was among the top high-yield energy dividend stocks in the Redditor's portfolio. The Texas-based company has a dividend yield of about 7.4%. The stock is down 12% so far this year.
Enterprise Products Partners&nbsp;
Texas-based Enterprise Products Partners LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EPD#NYSE">EPD</a>) is a midstream energy company with a dividend yield of about 6.8%. The stock recently fell after the company <a href="https://seekingalpha.com/news/4453939-enterprise-products-slips-as-license-requirement-could-lead-to-lower-china-exports">warned</a> that its ethane and butane exports could be impacted due to a new US government licensing requirement for exports to China.
Dow Inc.
Chemicals giant Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) was among the top holdings of the investor living off dividends. The stock has a dividend yield of about 10%. In April, Bank of America <a href="https://seekingalpha.com/news/4431475-dow-downgraded-2-levels-by-bank-of-america-amid-risk-to-dividend">downgraded </a>the stock to Underperform from Buy, citing weakening global demand, rising trade barriers and elevated feedstock costs. The stock has lost about 29% so far this year.
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Westlake Chemical Partners
Westlake Chemical Partners LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLKP#NYSE">WLKP</a>) is a Texas-based chemicals company with a dividend yield of about 8.5%. In the fiscal first quarter, the company's net income <a href="https://investors.westlake.com/news/news-details/2025/Westlake-Chemical-Partners-LP-Announces-First-Quarter-2025-Results/default.aspx">fell</a> by $10 million amid lower production and sales volume and higher maintenance capital expenditures.
Kurv Yield Premium Strategy Tesla ETF
The Kurv Yield Premium Strategy Tesla ETF (CBOE: TSLP) provides investors with monthly payouts and exposure to Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) shares. The fund has a distribution rate of about 34%. TSLP is down 22% so far this year.
Roundhill S&amp;P 500 Target 20 Managed Distribution ETF
The Roundhill S&amp;P 500 Target 20 Managed Distribution ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPAY#NYSE">XPAY</a>) pays a return at an annualized rate of 20% and provides investors exposure to the S&amp;P 500.
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Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) disclosed the signing of a sale and purchase agreement to divest its 50% stake in DowAksa Advanced Composites Holdings BV to its joint venture partner, Aksa Akrilik Kimya Sanayii A.Ş, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/n45717940/dow-announces-agreement-to-sell-its-50-ownership-in-dowaksa-joint-venture" rel="noreferrer noopener">for about $125 million</a>.
The proceeds imply an enterprise value of around 10 times the projected operating EBITDA for 2025 after factoring in debt.
With this transaction, Aksa will become the sole owner of DowAksa.
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Dow's decision to exit the joint venture, established in 2012, aligns with its "best-owner mindset" strategy, which emphasizes concentrating on core, high-value downstream operations.
The proceeds from the sale will contribute to the company's balanced approach to capital allocation.
The transaction is anticipated to close in the third quarter of 2025, pending standard regulatory approvals and closing conditions.
In April, the company reported that first-quarter 2025 sales declined 3% year over year to $10.431 billion. It beat the consensus of $10.24 billion, and adjusted EPS came in at 2 cents, beating the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44978321/dow-posts-surprise-profit-as-volumes-rise-in-q1-but-cash-flow-and-capex-outlook-signal-market-caution" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus estimate of a 1 cent loss</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Amplify ETF Trust Amplify Natural Resources Dividend Income ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDIV#NYSE">NDIV</a>) and Invesco S&amp;P 500 High Dividend Low Volatility ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPHD#NYSE">SPHD</a>).
Price Action: DOW shares are down 0.14% at $27.70 premarket at the last check on Monday.
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Dow Exits DowAksa JV, Stays Course On 'Best-Owner' Strategy

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Despite a powerful 22% surge in the S&amp;P 500 since the April lows—driven by easing U.S.-China trade tensions and a 90-day pause on new tariffs—only half of the index&#8217;s stocks have managed to rise above their 200-day moving average, indicating a market rally <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">that remains potentially incomplete.</a>
This technical indicator, often used to gauge long-term trends and market breadth, currently shows that just 49.9% of S&amp;P 500 components are in what traders would consider a bullish trend. 
That figure remains below both the five- and 10-year averages of 60%, suggesting a wide swath of the market has yet to participate in the rebound.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Breadth Gauge Shows Room To Run</h3>
Over the past four years, the percentage of stocks above their 200-day moving average has moved within a wide 10% to 92% range. The extreme lows—seen in June and September 2022 at just 10%—came during periods of heightened recession fears and monetary tightening. 
The recent cycle bottom occurred just last month, when the figure dipped to 15% following April's sharp, tariff-driven selloff.
The highest reading in the last four years came in May 2021, at 92%, during a time of peak post-pandemic optimism. More recently, a high of 82% was recorded in September 2024, following the start of Federal Reserve policy easing. 
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What Analysts Say About The Tariff Pause and Market Reaction</h3>
Analysts say that the 90-day tariff truce announced in April and this week&#8217;s truce between the U.S. and China helped revive risk appetite, but they remain cautious about its long-term effects.
In a note on Wednesday, Peter Oppenheimer, strategist at Goldman Sachs, said the outcome was "much better than we had expected," noting that the tariff levies of 30 percentage points by the U.S. and +5 points by China were significantly lower than prior worst-case estimates.
Oppenheimer also highlighted that the new U.S.-UK trade agreement contributes to a more constructive global growth outlook and has mitigated fears of long-term economic damage from the April drawdown.
He added that the market has begun to price out recession risks. 
"Certainly, recent news has been supportive for risk in three respects: it has shown the U.S. Administration to be pragmatic and keen to de-escalate&#8230; it suggests a lower likely outcome for the average effective tariff rate&#8230; and it has led to a number of growth upgrades," he said.
Rick Gardner, chief investment officer at RGA Investments, said markets are already "pricing in an environment where the U.S. and China are able to trade with each other," even if some economic weakness persists.
"Even if we see a continued economic slowdown, the stock market may have already priced that in during the April selloff," Gardner said.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">S&amp;P 500&#8217;s Top 20 Laggards – Price vs. 200-Day Moving Average</h3>
More than 20 S&amp;P 500 stocks are still trading over 20% below their 200-day moving averages, highlighting substantial technical room for recovery among the index's biggest underperformers during the tariff-relief rally. 
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>% Below 200-Day Moving Average</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>UnitedHealth Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>)</td>
<td>-42.20%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Enphase Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>)</td>
<td>-41.52%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/REGN#NASDAQ">REGN</a>)</td>
<td>-30.14%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexandria Real Estate Equities Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARE#NYSE">ARE</a>)</td>
<td>-29.88%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>)</td>
<td>-28.40%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Albemarle Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALB#NYSE">ALB</a>)</td>
<td>-27.11%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IQVIA Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IQV#NYSE">IQV</a>)</td>
<td>-26.14%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bio-Techne Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TECH#NASDAQ">TECH</a>)</td>
<td>-24.95%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Target Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>)</td>
<td>-24.89%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LYB#NYSE">LYB</a>)</td>
<td>-24.88%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lennar Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEN#NYSE">LEN</a>)</td>
<td>-24.48%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Teradyne Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TER#NASDAQ">TER</a>)</td>
<td>-24.35%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>West Pharmaceutical Services Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>)</td>
<td>-24.06%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Biogen Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BIIB#NASDAQ">BIIB</a>)</td>
<td>-23.67%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Merck &amp; Co. Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRK#NYSE">MRK</a>)</td>
<td>-23.18%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ON Semiconductor Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ON#NASDAQ">ON</a>)</td>
<td>-23.06%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Becton, Dickinson and Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BDX#NYSE">BDX</a>)</td>
<td>-22.80%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Halliburton Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAL#NYSE">HAL</a>)</td>
<td>-22.30%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edison International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>)</td>
<td>-21.76%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Data as of May 13, 2025</figcaption></figure>
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