Avient Advances Circularity by Launching Nymax FR REC Flame Retardant
Avient Corporation has launched Nymax FR REC flame-retardant recycled polyamide grades to meet the increasing demand for sustainable materials in electrification and circularity initiatives. These new grades offer non-halogenated fire safety performance with 42-77% post-industrial recycled content and are designed for various applications including power distribution systems and EV charging infrastructure. The company also raised its full-year 2026 adjusted earnings guidance, indicating strong performance and strategic growth.
Avient Advances Circularity by Launching Nymax FR REC Flame Retardant
Avient has launched Nymax FR REC flame-retardant recycled polyamide grades to meet the demand for sustainable materials in electrification and circularity initiatives. These new grades offer non-halogenated fire safety performance with 42-77% post-industrial recycled content, aligning with global electrical safety standards and regulatory requirements. The company also raised its full-year 2026 adjusted earnings and EBITDA guidance, reflecting strong performance and a focus on growth and debt reduction.
A 958-share award leaves Avient (AVNT) director William R. Jellison holding 28,132 shares directly.
Avient Corporation director William R. Jellison was awarded 958 shares of common stock on September 30, 2026. Following this transaction, he directly holds 28,132 shares and indirectly holds 44,462 shares through the Deferred Compensation Plan for Non-Employee Directors. This information comes from a Form 4 SEC filing, indicating a neutral filing impact and sentiment.
Avient to Hold Third Quarter 2026 Conference Call
Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT) announced it will release its third-quarter 2026 earnings before market open on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. Following the earnings release, the company will host a webcast and conference call at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day. Investors can view the webcast live or pre-register for the Q&A session through the company's investor relations website.
Form 4 Avient Corp For: 2 October By Investing.com
This article from Investing.com reports on a Form 4 filing for Avient Corp, dated October 2nd. It provides market data, including various indices, commodity prices, and bond yields, alongside trending stock information. The content primarily serves as a financial market update and news brief.
Form 4 Avient Corp For: 2 October By Investing.com
This article from Investing.com reports on a Form 4 filing for Avient Corp on October 2nd. Form 4 filings are regulatory documents that must be filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) by company insiders (officers, directors, or beneficial owners of more than 10% of a company's stock) whenever they trade shares of their own company's stock. The article provides the title and date but no specific details about the transactions within the Form 4.
Dividend reinvestment adds 958 shares to director Kerry J. Preete’s Avient (AVNT) holdings.
Avient director Kerry J. Preete acquired 958 shares of common stock on September 30, 2026, through a dividend reinvestment feature in Avient Corporation’s Deferred Compensation Plan for Non-Employee Directors. This transaction increased his indirect holdings in the plan to 52,986 shares, in addition to his 6,688 direct shares. The filing, categorized as neutral in sentiment and impact, details the changes in beneficial ownership.
Dividend reinvestment adds 958 shares to Avient (AVNT) director Kim Ann Mink's holdings.
Avient Corp. (AVNT) director Kim Ann Mink acquired 958 common shares on September 30, 2026, through the company's dividend reinvestment program for non-employee directors. This transaction, reported via a Form 4 SEC filing, increased her indirect holdings in Avient to a total of 40,065 shares. The acquisition was part of the Deferred Compensation Plan, reflecting standard participation in the company's dividend reinvestment feature.
Avient Corporation Director William R. Jellison Reports Acquisition of 958 Shares in September 2026
Avient Corporation Director William R. Jellison acquired 958 shares of Avient common stock on September 30, 2026, as disclosed in a Form 4 filed with the SEC. Post-transaction, Jellison directly owns 28,132 shares and indirectly holds 44,462.326 shares through a deferred compensation plan, which includes dividend reinvestments. The acquisition was reported at a price of $0 per share.
Dividend reinvestment adds 958 shares to Avient (AVNT) director Nicolas Ernest’s holdings.
Avient Corporation director Nicolas Ernest acquired 958 shares of common stock on September 30, 2026, through the company's Deferred Compensation Plan for Non-Employee Directors' dividend reinvestment feature. This transaction increased his indirect holdings to 28,063 shares. The filing was reported on October 2, 2026, and is considered neutral in sentiment and impact.
Avient to release Q3FY26 earnings on Nov 4, webcast at 8 am ET
Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT) is scheduled to release its Q3FY26 earnings before the market opens on November 4, 2026. The company will host a webcast and slide presentation at 8:00 am ET on the same day, accessible via their investor relations website. A recording of the webcast and presentation will be available for one year following the event.
Avient to Hold Third Quarter 2026 Conference Call
Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT) announced it will release its third quarter 2026 earnings before market open on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. Following the release, the company will host a webcast and conference call at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day to discuss the results. Investors can access the webcast and pre-register for the Q&A session via the company's investor relations website.
Avient Corporation Revenue Breakdown – SWB:PY9
Avient Corporation (SWB:PY9) generated €2.78 billion in revenue last year. Its top-performing segment, Color, Additives and Inks, contributed €1.73 billion, while the United States and Canada were the largest regional contributors at €1.11 billion. This article provides a breakdown of the company's revenue by segment and geographic region.
Is Avient (AVNT) Stock Outpacing Its Basic Materials Peers This Year?
Avient (AVNT) stock has significantly outperformed its Basic Materials peers and its specific industry (Chemical - Diversified) year-to-date. The stock, currently holding a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), has seen its full-year earnings estimates increase by 3.9% in the last 90 days. Stepan Co. (SCL), another stock in the same industry, also shows strong performance, indicating that both companies warrant continued investor attention.
Is Avient (AVNT) Stock Outpacing Its Basic Materials Peers This Year?
Avient (AVNT) has shown strong performance this year, with its stock gaining 30.5% compared to the Basic Materials group's average of 11.5%. The company holds a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy) and its earnings outlook has improved. Another strong performer in the sector is Stepan Co. (SCL), which has seen a 31.3% return year-to-date and also holds a Zacks Rank of #1.
Avient stock gains as quarterly earnings beat estimates
Avient stock rose by 1.44 percent to USD 41.02 on September 23, 2026, after its second-quarter earnings beat analyst estimates. The company reported adjusted EPS of USD 0.96 and revenue of USD 917 million, surpassing consensus expectations. Despite the gains, the stock remains below its 52-week high, and future performance will be measured against its fiscal 2026 guidance and analyst price targets.
Bank of America Corp DE Makes New Investment in Avient Corporation $AVNT
Bank of America Corp DE has made a new investment in Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT), purchasing over 1 million shares valued at approximately $37.5 million, representing about 1.11% of the company. Institutional investors now own 95.48% of Avient, and analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with a consensus price target of $46.71. The company recently exceeded quarterly earnings expectations and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share.
Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT) Receives Average Rating of "Moderate Buy" from Analysts
Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT) has received a "Moderate Buy" rating from analysts, with three rating firms issuing a buy and three a hold. The average 12-month price target is $46.71, exceeding the current price of $40.66. The company recently surpassed earnings expectations with quarterly EPS of $0.96 and revenue of $917 million, and maintains a quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share.
Avient Corporation Common Stock (NYSE:AVNT) Price Chart
This page provides a stock quote and financial information for Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT). As of September 22, 2026, the stock closed at $41.24, up 1.98%. The article details how to access further financial data, news, and historical prices for the company.
VIRGINIA RETIREMENT SYSTEMS ET Al Makes New Investment in Avient Corporation $AVNT
Virginia Retirement Systems purchased 24,473 shares of Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT) worth approximately $905,000 in the second quarter. Avient reported strong quarterly earnings, exceeding analyst estimates, and announced a quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 95.48% of the company, and analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with an average price target of $46.71.
IMCD taps Avient veteran Walter Ripple to drive US commercial growth
IMCD Group has appointed Walter Ripple as Executive Vice President, Commercial, US, to enhance its commercial growth in the United States. Ripple, an Avient Corporation veteran with over 27 years of experience, will focus on strengthening customer and supplier relationships, improving portfolio performance, and accelerating organic growth. His expertise in commercial strategy and the specialty chemicals sector is expected to significantly contribute to IMCD's expansion goals in the region.
Jupiter Topco LLC Makes New $1.35 Million Investment in Avient Corporation $AVNT
Jupiter Topco LLC recently invested $1.35 million in Avient Corporation by acquiring 36,574 shares during the second quarter. Avient exceeded Q2 earnings expectations, reporting $0.96 EPS and $917 million in revenue, leading analysts to maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with a $46.71 average price target. The company also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share, representing a 2.5% annual yield.
Man Group plc Purchases Shares of 33,089 Avient Corporation $AVNT
Man Group plc acquired 33,089 shares of Avient Corporation, valued at approximately $1.22 million, during the second quarter. Avient (NYSE:AVNT) has a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts with an average price target of $46.71 and recently reported strong quarterly earnings, beating expectations. The company also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share, resulting in an annualized yield of 2.5%.
1,002,115 Shares in Avient Corporation $AVNT Purchased by Bank of New York Mellon Corp
Bank of New York Mellon Corp has acquired a new stake of 1,002,115 shares in Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT) during the second quarter, valued at approximately $37.04 million. This purchase gives Bank of New York Mellon Corp a 1.09% ownership in Avient, contributing to the 95.48% of the stock owned by institutional investors. Avient recently exceeded quarterly earnings expectations, reporting $0.96 EPS and $917 million in revenue, and also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share.
Earnings call transcript: Avient beats Q2 2026 estimates and lifts outlook
Avient (AVNT) reported stronger-than-expected Q2 2026 results, surpassing earnings and revenue estimates. The company saw adjusted EPS of $0.96 and revenue of $917 million, driven by better-than-expected volume growth and record margins. Avient raised its full-year 2026 guidance for adjusted EPS, EBITDA, and free cash flow, indicating confidence in continued growth and operational execution despite macroeconomic uncertainties.
The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company Purchases New Holdings in Avient Corporation $AVNT
The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company has acquired a new stake in Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT), purchasing 1.24 million shares valued at approximately $45.9 million, representing a 1.35% ownership. This move comes as Avient reported strong quarterly earnings, beating consensus estimates with $0.96 EPS and $917 million in revenue, and maintained its fiscal 2026 EPS guidance. Institutional investors now collectively own 95.48% of the company, and analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with an average price target of $46.71.
Bamco Inc. NY Makes New $25.87 Million Investment in Avient Corporation $AVNT
Bamco Inc. NY has made a new $25.87 million investment in Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT) by purchasing 700,000 shares, giving it a 0.76% stake in the company. This comes as Avient exceeded its quarterly earnings and revenue expectations and declared a quarterly dividend. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus for Avient, with an average price target of $46.71.
Palisade Capital Management LP Makes New $15.42 Million Investment in Avient Corporation $AVNT
Palisade Capital Management LP has made a new $15.42 million investment in Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT), acquiring 417,224 shares, representing a 0.45% stake. Avient reported strong quarterly results, exceeding EPS and revenue expectations, and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with an average price target of $46.71 for the specialized polymer materials provider.
Deutsche Bank AG Takes Position in Avient Corporation $AVNT
Deutsche Bank AG has acquired a new position in Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT) during the second quarter, purchasing 107,769 shares valued at approximately $3.98 million. This investment makes Deutsche Bank AG an owner of 0.12% of Avient's stock. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their holdings in Avient, which recently reported strong quarterly earnings, announced a dividend, and received several analyst upgrades.
11,823,646 Shares in Avient Corporation $AVNT Bought by BlackRock Inc.
BlackRock Inc. recently acquired a new stake of 11,823,646 shares in Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT) during the second quarter, valued at approximately $437,002,000, representing 12.89% of the company's outstanding shares. Other institutional investors also adjusted their positions in Avient. The company reported strong Q2 earnings, beating analyst estimates, and announced a quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share.
Cullen Capital Management LLC Takes $1.01 Million Position in Avient Corporation $AVNT
Cullen Capital Management LLC has acquired a new position in Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT) worth approximately $1.01 million, purchasing 27,416 shares. Institutional investors collectively own 95.48% of Avient, and analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with an average price target of $46.71. Avient recently exceeded earnings and revenue expectations, reporting $0.96 EPS and $917 million in revenue, and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share.
Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT) Receives Average Recommendation of "Moderate Buy" from Brokerages
Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT) has received a "Moderate Buy" consensus from six brokerages, with an average 12-month price target of $46.71. The company recently surpassed quarterly earnings expectations, reporting $0.96 EPS against an $0.89 estimate and revenue of $917 million. Avient also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.275, translating to a 2.5% annual yield, and institutional investors hold a significant 95.5% stake in the company.
B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. AG Acquires New Position in Avient Corporation $AVNT
B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. AG recently acquired a new position in Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT), purchasing 70,260 shares valued at approximately $2.597 million. This move is part of broader institutional investment activity, with other firms like Vanguard Group Inc. and Fiera Capital Corp also increasing their stakes in Avient. Analysts have set an average target price of $46.71 for Avient, with a "Moderate Buy" rating, and the company recently announced a quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share.
Great Lakes Advisors LLC Acquires Shares of 129,365 Avient Corporation $AVNT
Great Lakes Advisors LLC recently acquired 129,365 shares of Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT) worth approximately $4.78 million, establishing a 0.14% stake in the company. Institutional investors and hedge funds collectively own 95.48% of Avient. The company surpassed its Q2 earnings expectations, reporting $0.96 EPS and $917 million in revenue, and analysts currently rate the stock as a "Moderate Buy" with an average price target of $46.71.
Bank of America Corp DE Purchases 124,831 Shares of Avient Corporation $AVNT
Bank of America Corp DE has increased its stake in Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT) by 13.3%, purchasing an additional 124,831 shares to now own over 1.07 million shares valued at approximately $38.7 million. This comes as Avient reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates with EPS of $0.96 and revenue up 5.8% year-over-year, alongside declaring a quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with an average price target of $46.71 for the specialized polymer materials provider.
Why Avient (AVNT) Is Up 8.1% After Raising 2026 Earnings and Cash Flow Guidance – And What's Next
Avient Corporation (AVNT) saw its stock rise 8.1% after reporting strong Q2 2026 results, including increased sales and net income, and subsequently raising its full-year adjusted earnings, EBITDA, and free cash flow guidance. This positive performance was driven by better-than-expected organic volume growth and margin expansion in its specialty material segments. The article discusses how this improved outlook supports the company's investment thesis of shifting towards higher-value materials and disciplined cost control, projecting $3.8 billion revenue and $338.9 million earnings by 2029.
AVNT Q2 Earnings Top Estimates on Organic Growth, Guidance Up
Avient Corporation (AVNT) reported strong Q2 2026 earnings, surpassing analyst estimates due to robust organic volume growth. The company also raised its full-year 2026 adjusted earnings and EBITDA guidance, anticipating continued growth and improved balance sheet performance. This positive outlook led to a significant increase in the company's stock price over the past year.
Avient Corporation $AVNT Shares Sold by Pacer Advisors Inc.
Pacer Advisors Inc. significantly reduced its stake in Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT) by 93.4% in Q1 2026, selling over 150,000 shares. Despite this, institutional investors collectively own 95.48% of Avient, which recently exceeded quarterly earnings and revenue expectations. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating for Avient, with the stock trading near its 52-week high.
Assenagon Asset Management S.A. Takes Position in Avient Corporation $AVNT
Assenagon Asset Management S.A. has acquired a new position in Avient Corporation (NYSE:AVNT), purchasing 254,716 shares valued at approximately $9.4 million. This acquisition makes Assenagon Asset Management S.A. the owner of about 0.28% of Avient, a company that has recently beaten earnings expectations and announced a quarterly dividend. Avient maintains a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts, with an average price target of $46.71.
Avient (AVNT) is a Great Momentum Stock: Should You Buy?
Avient (AVNT) is identified as a strong momentum stock with a Zacks Momentum Style Score of 'A' and a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy). The article highlights Avient's significant short-term price performance, outperforming its industry, and positive earnings estimate revisions as key drivers for its strong momentum. Investors are encouraged to consider AVNT for its potential near-term growth.
Avient’s Earnings Call Highlights Margin Highs, Debt Wins
Avient Corporation (AVNT) reported strong Q2 earnings, exceeding expectations with adjusted EPS of $0.96 and a 20% year-over-year increase. The company highlighted record profitability, robust cash generation, and significant debt reduction, despite facing mixed demand in some sectors. Growth was particularly strong in Asia and electronics, leading to raised full-year financial guidance.
Avient (AVNT) Is Up 25.8% After Raising 2026 Earnings Guidance And Posting Record Margins – Has The Bull Case Changed?
Avient (AVNT) recently reported strong Q2 2026 results, with increased sales, record adjusted EBITDA margins, and raised full-year 2026 guidance, leading to a 25.8% stock increase. The company's investment narrative is strengthened by earnings growth, balance sheet improvements through debt repayment, and an above-industry dividend yield. Despite these positives, investors should consider the modest revenue growth, low return on equity, and ongoing execution risks if demand softens or margins decline.
Avient (NYSE: AVNT) insider prepares Rule 144 stock sale via Fidelity
An insider at Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT) is preparing a Rule 144 stock sale through Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC. The filing details the acquisition of the shares, which include an open market purchase on August 24, 2023, and several restricted stock vesting and SAR allocations between 2024 and 2026. The total number of shares to be sold amounts to 41,442 with an aggregate market value of $1,882,519.49.
Packaging paces Avient in second quarter
Avient Corp. experienced sales growth in the packaging industry during its second quarter. The article notes this growth and briefly mentions other related articles concerning resin markets and pricing.
Avient Corp (AVNT) (Q2 2026) Earnings Call Highlights: Record Margins and Raised Guidance ...
Avient Corp (AVNT) reported strong Q2 2026 earnings, beating EPS expectations, achieving record adjusted EBITDA margins of 18.3%, and demonstrating 4.3% organic sales growth. The company raised its full-year guidance for adjusted EBITDA, EPS, and free cash flow, reflecting robust performance, particularly in Asia. Key drivers included volume growth and strategic pricing, with a focus on high-growth sectors like electronics and defense.
Avient Corp stock hits 52-week high at 44.98 USD
Avient Corp (AVNT) stock has reached a new 52-week high of $44.98, reflecting a 31.25% increase over the past year and a 39% year-to-date return. This surge follows strong Q2 2026 financial results where the company surpassed analyst expectations for earnings and revenue. InvestingPro analysis indicates the stock remains undervalued with a PEG ratio of 0.42, signaling positive investor sentiment and growth potential.
Avient Corp 2026: Revenue $917M, EPS $0.7— 10-Q Summary
Avient Corp reported its quarterly results for 2026, showing sales of $917 million and diluted EPS of $0.7, indicating year-over-year revenue and earnings growth. The company saw strength in packaging, building & construction, and consumer markets, contributing to a 5.8% increase in revenue and a 22.8% rise in diluted EPS compared to the prior-year quarter. Gross margin expansion was attributed to productivity, restructuring savings, and the absence of previous planned maintenance costs.
Is Avient (AVNT) Outperforming Other Basic Materials Stocks This Year?
Avient (AVNT) is outperforming its Basic Materials peers this year, with a 21.4% year-to-date gain compared to the sector's 14.5% average. The company holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), driven by improving analyst sentiment and a 0.9% rise in its full-year earnings estimate over the past three months. Another strong performer in the sector is Materion (MTRN), up 139% year-to-date, also holding a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
Avient Corporation Stock 12‑Month Price Target Raised to $48.12, Implies 27% Upside
Avient Corporation's average stock price target has increased to $48.12 from $47.5, based on estimates from 8 analysts, with forecasts ranging from $42 to $54 per share. This updated target suggests a potential upside of approximately 27% from the August 5 closing price. The consensus rating for AVNT remains a "Buy" from 9 covering analysts.
Avient Corp (AVNT) (Q2 2026) Earnings Call Highlights: Record Margins and Raised Guidance ...
Avient Corp (AVNT) reported strong Q2 2026 earnings, surpassing expectations with an adjusted EPS of $0.96 and achieving a record adjusted EBITDA margin of 18.3%. The company saw significant organic sales growth, particularly in Asia, and successfully repaid $50 million in debt. Consequently, Avient raised its full-year guidance for adjusted EBITDA, EPS, and free cash flow, although it acknowledges ongoing challenges in transportation demand and macroeconomic uncertainty.
