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Avient Corporation

Fundamental data last updated:September 8, 2026

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company profile

SECTOR

Basic Materials

industry

Chemicals - Specialty

Exchange

NYSE

County of HQ

US

Next Earnings Date

Pending Announcement

Business Summary

Avient Corporation provides specialized formulator, services, and sustainable material solutions in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, South America, and Asia. It operates through three segments: Color, Additives and Inks; Specialty Engineered Materials; and Distribution. The Color, Additives and Inks segment offers specialized color and additive concentrates in solid and liquid form for thermoplastics; dispersions for thermosets; and specialty inks. This segment products are used in various markets include medical, pharmaceutical devices, food packaging, personal care, cosmetics, transportation, building products, recreational, athletic apparel, construction, filtration, outdoor furniture, healthcare, wire, and cable. The Specialty Engineered Materials segment provides specialty polymer formulations, services, and solutions for designers, assemblers, and processors of thermoplastic materials; and long glass and carbon fiber technology to thermoset and thermoplastic composites. The Distribution segment distributes approximately 4,000 grades of engineering and commodity grade resins to custom injection molders and extruders. The company sells its products through direct sales personnel, distributors, and commissioned sales agents. The company was formerly known as PolyOne Corporation and changed its name to Avient Corporation in June 2020. Avient Corporation was founded in 1885 and is headquartered in Avon Lake, Ohio.

 


VALUATION

P/E

21.02

Market Cap ($M USD)

$3.32B

Forward P/E

9.64

PEG

0.08

PRICE TO SALES

1.01

PRICE TO BOOK

1.38

EV / EBITDA

9.05

5-Year Average P/E

Free Cash Flow Yield

6.18%

DCF Value

$98.90

Graham Number

$31.87

Price to FCF

16.18

EV to FCF

23.48

Earnings Yield

4.76%

FCF Yield

6.18%

DIVIDEND

Yield

3.01%

Annual Payout

$1.09

Payout Ratio

62.93%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

$1.72

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$3.75

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

$3.65B

Return on Equity (ROE)

6.64%

FREE CASH FLOW

Operating Margin

9.35%

Debt-to-Equity

0.81

Piotroski F-Score

6

Altman Z-Score

1.88

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

5.97%

Current Ratio

1.77

Quick Ratio

1.29

Net Debt to EBITDA

2.81

Interest Coverage

4.53

Gross Profit margin

31.74%

FCF PER SHARE

$2.24

REVENUE PER SHARE

$35.78

Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

The market appears to be significantly undervaluing Avient Corporation. Recent pricing indicated it traded well below its DCF value of $100.30 and its Graham Number of $31.87, suggesting a potential deep value opportunity. With a Forward P/E of 9.74 and an Earnings Yield of 4.66%, the stock presents a compelling case for growth at a reasonable price. However, the Altman Z-score of 1.89 raises concerns about financial stability, indicating potential distress. Overall, the valuation metrics suggest a mispricing relative to its intrinsic value, but caution is warranted due to financial health indicators.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

Operating in the Chemicals - Specialty industry, Avient is positioned to leverage AI for optimizing production processes and enhancing product innovation. The sector's reliance on advanced materials and specialty formulations aligns well with AI-driven efficiencies. However, the company must remain vigilant in integrating these technologies to maintain its competitive edge.

The Bull Case

For the value or GARP investor, Avient offers a tantalizing proposition. With a robust ROIC of 6.09% and a Piotroski F-Score of 6, the company demonstrates solid capital efficiency and financial health. Its Free Cash Flow Yield of 6.06% underscores its ability to generate cash, while an operating margin of 9.54% highlights effective cost management. These metrics suggest strong pricing power and operational resilience, making it an attractive buy for those seeking undervalued growth opportunities.

The Bear Case

Despite its strengths, Avient faces significant structural risks. The Altman Z-score of 1.89 signals potential financial distress, while the Price to Free Cash Flow ratio of 16.50 suggests the stock may not be as cheap as it appears. Additionally, the EV to FCF of 23.79 indicates a premium valuation, raising concerns about future cash flow generation. The stock's proximity to its 52-week high further suggests it might be technically overextended, posing a risk for new investors.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

Analyst Consensus

Buy

Average Analyst Price Target

$47.80

Institutional Ownership %

1-Year Beta

1.32

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

Distance to 52-Week High

23.96%

Distance to 52-Week Low

24.05%

EARNINGS SURPRISE %

2.47%

50-DAY SMA

$35.89

200-DAY SMA

$34.74

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