Celanese Corp

Celanese Corp (CE) faces a challenging outlook despite a recent 17.1% stock price increase to $43.90 due to a tariff pause [1], [2]. The company's Q1 2025 EPS estimate has decreased by 4.4% to $0.40, an 80.8% year-over-year decline [1], [2], and UBS lowered their price target to $46 [3]. While the company is implementing restructuring efforts, including cost-cutting measures and portfolio optimization [5], and insiders purchased shares in March [4], negative sentiment persists, including a "Strong Sell" Zacks ranking [1], [2] and Jim Cramer's dissatisfaction with the company's performance [8]. Upcoming Q1 2025 earnings will be crucial for assessing the company's progress [7].