Eastman Chemical (NYSE: EMN)
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Eastman Chemical Company Info
Eastman Chemical Co. engages in the provision of specialty chemicals. It operates through the following segments: Advanced Material (AM), Additives and Functional Products (AFP), Chemical Intermediates (CI), and Fibers. The AM segment produces and markets its polymers, films, and plastics with differentiated performance properties for value-added end uses in transportation, consumables, building and construction, durable goods, and health and wellness markets. The AFP segment includes chemicals for products in the transportation, consumables, building and construction, animal nutrition, crop protection, energy, personal and home care, and other markets. The CI segment consists of large scale and vertical integration from the cellulose and acetyl, olefins, and alkylamines streams to support operating segments with advantaged cost positions. The Fibers segment offers cellulose acetate tow for use in filtration media, primarily cigarette filters. The company was founded by George Eastman in 1920 and is headquartered in Kingsport, TN.
News & Analysis
Eastman Chemical Is Becoming a Cash-Flow Machine
In five years, free cash flow has grown by nearly 500%. Management still has plenty of room left to boost shareholder value.
Eastman Chemical: With the Hedge Funds Out of the Way, Will Share Performance Improve?
Eastman Chemical has been treated roughly by hedge funds, and estimates for 2016 are very conservative. Its current valuation and yield suggest that this gloom is excessive.
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