Synthomer plc (LON:SYNT) Sees Modest Gain Amid Lower Trading Volume

December 10, 2024 11:00 AM AEDT | By Team Kalkine Media

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Highlights

Synthomer (SYNT) shares rise by 0.6% on Monday, reaching a high of GBX 175.63.

Trading volume falls 68%, with 163,101 shares changing hands compared to the average of 513,549.

Recent analyst adjustments include lowered price targets from Berenberg Bank and Canaccord Genuity Group.

Synthomer plc (LON:SYNT), a prominent specialty chemicals company, saw a modest 0.6% increase in its share price on Monday, reaching a high of GBX 175.63 before closing at GBX 171. Despite the price gain, trading volume was notably lower than usual, with only 163,101 shares changing hands, representing a 68% decrease from its average session volume of 513,549 shares. The stock had closed the previous trading day at GBX 170. This performance occurs within the broader context of the LON mining stocks sector, which has been experiencing varied trends as market participants navigate fluctuating commodity prices and geopolitical factors.

Analysts have recently adjusted their outlook on Synthomer, including Berenberg Bank, which reduced its price target from GBX 375 to GBX 340. Similarly, Canaccord Genuity Group lowered its price target from GBX 300 to GBX 275. These adjustments reflect the current market sentiment, as analysts remain cautious despite the company’s strong market presence.

In terms of financials, Synthomer has a market capitalization of £279.70 million. The company faces significant volatility, as indicated by its negative price-to-earnings ratio of -280.33. Additionally, Synthomer has a relatively high debt-to-equity ratio of 77.42, with a current ratio of 1.90 and a quick ratio of 0.97, reflecting some financial challenges.

Synthomer operates across several key segments, including Performance Elastomers, Functional Solutions, Industrial Specialities, Acrylate Monomers, and Adhesive Technologies. The company is involved in producing a wide range of products such as adhesives, coatings, and special chemicals for various industrial applications. These offerings are crucial to industries like packaging, construction, automotive, and consumer goods.

As the company navigates market fluctuations, it will be important to monitor how its product offerings and financial health impact its overall performance. The low trading volume and recent analyst changes indicate that market sentiment remains cautious for the time being.

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