Why did Wall Street Zen downgrade Element Solutions (ESI) to 'Hold' despite its strong Q2 earnings?

Wall Street Zen downgraded Element Solutions (NYSE:ESI) from 'buy' to 'hold' due to a significant insider sale by Director E. Stanley Oneal, who sold shares worth approximately $5.1 million and reduced his stake by nearly 49%, even though the company had reported strong Q2 earnings—including an 8.3% year-over-year revenue increase and EPS that beat expectations.

What is the current analyst consensus and average target price for Element Solutions (ESI)?

The broader analyst consensus for Element Solutions (NYSE:ESI) remains a 'Buy', with an average target price of $35.75, despite Wall Street Zen's recent downgrade to 'Hold'.

Wall Street Zen Downgrades Element Solutions (NYSE:ESI) to Hold

Apr 12, 2026

Wall Street Zen downgraded Element Solutions to Hold despite Q2 earnings beating EPS expectations and an 8.3% revenue increase. The action coincides with a significant insider sale by Director E. Stanley Oneal, reducing his stake by nearly 49%.

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