Jefferies Starts Coverage on Element Solutions (ESI) with Positive Outlook

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On September 2, 2026, Jefferies initiated coverage of Element Solutions (NYSE: ESI) with a Buy recommendation, forecasting a 33.31% upside from its latest closing price of $34.98 per share. The average one-year price target for Element Solutions is set at $46.63, ranging from a low of $35.23 to a high of $52.50.

As for the company’s financial outlook, the projected annual revenue is $2.66 billion, reflecting a 15.56% decrease, with non-GAAP EPS expected at $1.86. There has been a significant increase in institutional interest, with 997 funds reporting positions in Element Solutions, marking a 117.69% increase from the previous quarter. Total institutional shares owned rose by 29.22% to 357.37 million shares.

The put/call ratio stands at 0.35, indicating a bullish sentiment among investors. Key shareholders include iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF with 5.61% ownership, Vanguard Portfolio Management holding 5.46%, and Invesco at 5.18% ownership.

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