NYSE:DOW

Dow Inc. (Formerly Dow Chemical) (DOW-N) (DOW)

33.97
-0.82 (2.36%)
as of Jun 5, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 3 opinions in the last 12 months.

Dow Inc. has experienced a significant rise of 78% in Q1, establishing itself as one of the best performers on the S&P, primarily due to expectations of multiple interest rate cuts and petrochemical shortages linked to the Iranian government. Despite this upward trend, experts express caution as the company may need a resurgence in Chinese demand to maintain its momentum. With a notable 43% increase over the past three months fueled by interest in cyclicals, some analysts recommend taking profits at this juncture. Although some views suggest optimism for potential recovery akin to past performers like AT&T, the consensus is mixed; uncertainties loom regarding a sustained rally. Analysts have set a price target of $32.00, which raises concerns about the stock's current performance potential given its present valuation.

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COMMENT
There is going to start to be a recovery in chemicals. Global demand is probably stronger than people realize. Feels that getting squeezed on the input costs right now. Should do alright.
TOP PICK
Play on the global expansion. 2/3rd of their revenue comes for exports. Well valued company which should do well as the world grows.
BUY
Bouncing off the 200 day moving average, which looks encouraging. Based on some of the fundamentals, it doesn't look bad. Beat its earnings in the last quarter.
BUY
Big beneficiaries of higher oil prices. N.A. Chemical companies are doing quite well. They are a play on an expanding economy.
COMMENT
Well managed company. Valuation is a little high for him.
HOLD
Chart shows a series of higher highs and higher lows. Made $.18 last quarter versus $.10 estimated. Likes the materials space. Good growth metrics with some momentum behind it.
BUY
Looks interesting. In the materials sector, which he likes. Recently beat earnings.
DON'T BUY
(Market Call Minute.) Probably still a little premature. We will see the chemical business come back but probably not for another year.
SELL
Had a beautiful run but has outrun its FMV numbers. Trading at book value, which historically would be cheap but has outrun itself and he would take money off the table and let it settle before stepping back in. Earnings forecasts do not support the current price.
DON'T BUY
Too much risk. Will be strained financially over the short-term.
DON'T BUY
Made a terrible acquisition and it is unclear that they will be able to close it. Stock market thinks they bet the company on it. Lots of bad things will happen if they don't close and they don't have the money for it. Also, their products are not in demand. Would wait and see.
COMMENT
Being tied to oil, growth and the overall view of the commodity cycle, it is a real challenge to see it moving up.
HOLD
Pullout by Kuwait on the expected takeover of Rohm & Haas Co. mucked up some of their growth outlook. Market will be taking a little bit of time to digest this.
DON'T BUY
(Market Call Minute.) Short term, the company is challenged based on the fact that their sale of assets didn't go through and they are going to have to raise capital to buy Rohm & Haas Co.
WATCH
Pullout by Kuwait on the expected takeover of Rohm & Haas Co. Some clarity is needed as to whether they pay the full $78 financing, selling some assets there will be some volatility in the short-term. Longer-term an excellent company. 10.6% dividend.
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