(DOW) Dow - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US2605571031

DOW: Plastics, Polymers, Chemicals, Coatings, Adhesives

Dow Inc. (NYSE:DOW) is a global materials science leader delivering innovative solutions across packaging, infrastructure, mobility, and consumer sectors. Operating in over 200 countries, the companys footprint spans the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, India, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. Its three core segments—Packaging & Specialty Plastics, Industrial Intermediates & Infrastructure, and Performance Materials & Coatings—drive its diversified portfolio.

The Packaging & Specialty Plastics segment produces ethylene, propylene, polyethylene, and aromatics, alongside specialty derivatives like polyolefin elastomers, ethylene vinyl acetate, and ethylene propylene diene monomer rubber. These materials are integral to flexible packaging, automotive parts, and consumer goods.

The Industrial Intermediates & Infrastructure segment offers polyurethanes, aromatic isocyanates, and chlor-alkali products such as chlorine and caustic soda. This segment also includes construction chemicals like cellulose ethers and acrylic emulsions, which are essential for the production of insulation, adhesives, and durable building materials.

The Performance Materials & Coatings segment provides architectural and industrial coatings, along with acrylics-based intermediates, silicones, and siloxanes. These products are vital for paints, sealants, and a wide range of industrial applications.

Dow Inc. also operates in property and casualty insurance and reinsurance. Founded in 1897 and headquartered in Midland, Michigan, the company has a long history of innovation in the chemical industry.

Ticker Symbol: DOW Exchange: NYSE Type: common stock Country Origin: United States GICS Sub Industry: Commodity Chemicals Resistance: 40.7 Resistance: 38.0 Resistance: 35.6 Resistance: 29.9 Support: 27.6 Average Volume 20d: 8,574,775 Last Price: 28.12 SMA 20: 31.01 SMA 50: 34.90 SMA 200: 43.60 ATR: 1.54 Market Cap: 19,867.25M USD P/E: 17.93 P/E Forward: 14.08 P/B: 1.14 P/S: 0.46 RoE: 6.25 3 Month Forecast: Based on the technical and fundamental data, Dow Inc. is expected to experience continued downward pressure due to the bearish trend indicated by the decline in SMA 20, SMA 50, and SMA 200. The stock is currently trading below all major moving averages, suggesting weak momentum. The ATR of 1.54 indicates moderate volatility, and the stock is approaching the lower end of its support level at 27.6. Fundamentally, the forward P/E of 14.08 suggests potential undervaluation, but the current P/E of 17.93 and low RoE of 6.25 indicate margin compression and operational inefficiencies. The stock may find resistance at 29.9 and 35.6, with limited upside potential in the near term.

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DOW Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 21,503m
Sector Basic Materials
Industry Chemicals
GiC Sub-Industry Commodity Chemicals
IPO / Inception 2019-03-20

DOW Stock Ratings

Growth Rating -11.8
Fundamental -36.2
Dividend Rating 70.3
Rel. Strength -44.2
Analysts 3.32/5
Fair Price Momentum 27.76 USD
Fair Price DCF -

DOW Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 9.21%
Yield on Cost 5y 13.45%
Annual Growth 5y 0.00%
Payout Consistency 97.1%

DOW Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m -87.4%
Growth Correlation 12m -94.2%
Growth Correlation 5y 10.4%
CAGR 5y 2.35%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.04
Sharpe Ratio 12m -0.91
Alpha -57.23
Beta 0.924
Volatility 53.16%
Current Volume 6561.4k
Average Volume 20d 9204.5k
What is the price of DOW stocks?
As of May 09, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 29.24 with a total of 6,561,379 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -4.23%, over one month by +13.29%, over three months by -22.78% and over the past year by -47.08%.
Is Dow a good stock to buy?
Probably not. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Dow (NYSE:DOW) is currently (May 2025) not a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of -36.16 and therefor a somewhat negative outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of DOW as of May 2025 is 27.76. This means that DOW is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -5.06%.
Is DOW a buy, sell or hold?
Dow has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.32. Therefor, it is recommend to hold DOW.
  • Strong Buy: 4
  • Buy: 0
  • Hold: 17
  • Sell: 1
  • Strong Sell: 0
What are the forecast for DOW stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, DOW Dow will be worth about 30.2 in May 2026. The stock is currently trading at 29.24. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +3.28%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 37.3 27.5%
Analysts Target Price 37.3 27.5%
ValueRay Target Price 30.2 3.3%