ECVT trades 35.5% below Wall Street's consensus target of $14.00.
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
The base valuation assumes ECVT achieves its forward estimates and maintains a stable P/E multiple of 14.9x. This scenario reflects the blended consensus of 7 Wall Street analysts, balancing both positive catalysts and macroeconomic headwinds over the next 12 months.
As of September 24, 2026, Ecovyst Inc. (ECVT) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $14.00, based on estimates from 7 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $10.33, this represents a potential upside of +35.5%. The company has a market capitalization of $1.13B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $14.00 to a high of $14.00, representing a 0% spread in expectations. The median target of $14.00 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 5 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,2 rating it Hold, and 0 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. This overwhelmingly bullish sentiment suggests analysts see significant catalysts for upside ahead.
From a valuation perspective, ECVT trades at a trailing P/E of -16.9x and forward P/E of 14.9x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +225.3% over the next year.
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ECVT stock.
The consensus Wall Street price target for ECVT is $14, representing 35.5% upside from the current price of $10.33. With 7 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
ECVT has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 7 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 5 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $14 implies 35.5% upside from current levels.
With a forward P/E of 14.9062x, ECVT trades at a relatively low valuation. The consensus target of $14 implies 35.5% appreciation, suggesting meaningful undervaluation.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $14 for ECVT, while the most conservative target is $14. The consensus of $14 represents the median expectation. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
ECVT is moderately covered, with 7 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 5 have Buy ratings, 2 recommend Hold, and 0 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month ECVT stock forecast based on 7 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $14, with estimates ranging from $14 (bear case) to $14 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy".
ECVT trades at a forward P/E ratio of 14.9x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates. The higher forward P/E suggests near-term earnings pressure. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on ECVT, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $14 price target (35.5% upside). 5 of 7 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
ECVT analyst price targets range from $14 to $14, a 0% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $14 consensus represents the middle ground.
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