Mizuho Upgrades Huntsman Corporation to Hold

Mizuho raised its rating on Huntsman Corporation to hold, setting a $14 price target.

Written by EarningsIQ · Published Jun 18, 2026, 3:02 AM EDT · Updated Jun 18, 2026, 6:01 AM EDT

Key Points

Mizuho upgraded Huntsman Corporation to a hold rating with a $14 price target on June 17, 2026.
Huntsman Corporation, trading at $13.18, has a market cap of $2.23 billion and a forward P/E of 59.7.
Insiders like Division President Hansen Steen Weien sold shares recently, while analysts maintain a hold consensus.

On June 17, 2026, Mizuho upgraded Huntsman Corporation (NYSE:HUN) to a hold rating, setting a price target of $14. The stock is currently trading at $13.18.

Other Institutional Activity in Huntsman Corporation

Several institutional investors have adjusted their positions in Huntsman Corporation. BlackRock, Inc. trimmed its holdings by 5,395,046 shares, ending with 12,649,969 shares valued at approximately $168.4 million. AQR Capital Management LLC increased its position by 186,626 shares, bringing its total to 11,590,666 shares worth about $150.8 million. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC established a new position, holding 9,811,176 shares valued at $130.6 million. Price T Rowe Associates Inc /MD/ significantly boosted its stake by 7,490,190 shares, reaching a total of 7,614,731 shares valued at $101.4 million. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP also increased its holdings by 1,003,187 shares, ending with 6,950,777 shares worth approximately $92.5 million.

Huntsman Corporation Stock Snapshot

Shares of Huntsman Corporation (NYSE:HUN) are trading around $13.18. The company has a market cap of about $2.23 billion and a forward P/E ratio of 59.7. Huntsman's stock has traded between $7.30 and $16.09 over the past 52 weeks, with a 50-day moving average of $14.24 and a 200-day moving average of $11.52. The company has a current ratio of 1.27 and a quick ratio of 0.67, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 85.7.

Recent Earnings

For its most recent earnings report, Huntsman Corporation posted revenue of $5.69 billion, reflecting a slight growth of 0.7%. However, the company reported a net margin of -5.83% and a return on equity of -8.89%, indicating some financial challenges. The next earnings report is expected on July 30, 2026.

Dividend

Huntsman Corporation offers a dividend with an annual rate of $0.51, yielding 3.89%. The dividend payout ratio stands at 1.8.

Insider Buying and Selling at Huntsman Corporation

Recent insider transactions at Huntsman Corporation show that Division President Hansen Steen Weien sold 883 shares at an average price of $14.99 on June 2, 2026. Earlier in the year, on February 13, 2026, several insiders, including Scott Wright, Robert Wade Rogers, and Philip Lister, sold shares at an average price of $13.21.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 17, 2026, Mizuho upgraded Huntsman Corporation to a hold rating, setting a price target of $14. Morgan Stanley and Wells Fargo both maintained their hold ratings with targets of $15 and $14, respectively, earlier in May. The consensus among analysts is a hold, with an average target price of $14.58 based on 12 analyst opinions.

About Huntsman Corporation

Huntsman Corporation is a global manufacturer of chemical products, headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas. The company operates through three main segments: Polyurethanes, Performance Products, and Advanced Materials. Its diverse product range serves various industries, including automotive, construction, and packaging. Founded in 1970, Huntsman has approximately 6,000 employees and is led by CEO Peter R. Huntsman.

Bottom Line

Mizuho's recent upgrade of Huntsman Corporation to a hold rating reflects a cautious optimism, with a new price target of $14. Investors often track these ratings to gauge analyst sentiment. With the stock trading below the target, some may see potential for upside. However, it's important to remember that analyst ratings are just one piece of the puzzle.