Analyst Vanessa Jeffriess of Jefferies maintained a Buy rating on Elementis, retaining the price target of p200.00.
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Vanessa Jeffriess’s rating is based on several strategic factors that highlight Elementis’s potential for growth. The acquisition of Alchemy Ingredients is seen as a positive move, enhancing Elementis’s capabilities in innovative areas such as emulsification and cleansing, and expanding its reach into new markets like haircare. This acquisition is expected to provide an inorganic boost to the Personal Care segment, particularly in skincare and cosmetics, which is crucial given the current subdued market conditions.
Alchemy Ingredients has demonstrated strong organic growth, with its recent performance surpassing the overall Personal Care division. The acquisition is anticipated to contribute significantly to Elementis’s growth, with management expecting future revenues to exceed previous forecasts and maintain attractive margins. These factors collectively support Vanessa Jeffriess’s Buy rating for Elementis, positioning it as a key pick in the market.
According to TipRanks, Jeffriess is a 4-star analyst with an average return of 8.0% and a 62.11% success rate. Jeffriess covers the Consumer Cyclical sector, focusing on stocks such as Aumovio SE, AB Dynamics, and Dowlais Group PLC.