Axalta Coating Systems AXTA
United StatesBasic Materials · Specialty ChemicalsUSD
39.13 USD (+19.3%)
15 analysts
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Axalta Coating Systems is a global manufacturer of liquid and powder coatings for the transportation (automotive, commercial vehicles) and industrial (architecture, appliances, machinery) sectors, with a business model based on formulation technology, recognized brands, and long-term customer relationships.
Key points
from its scores- ✓Good share-price trend7.5
- ✓Attractive valuation7.0
- ✕Little or no dividend1.5
- ✕Weak growth3.5
- !Risks to watch5.0
AI analysis
bottom line, main risk, context and newsThe reasonable valuation and solid balance sheet provide support, but the lack of growth and dividend does not justify a new position until an improvement in industrial demand is confirmed.
Axalta shows acceptable financial health (ND/EBITDA 2.46, operating margin 15.16%) and an attractive valuation (forward P/E 11.47, FCF yield 7.69%), but growth is weak (revenue +3.10%, earnings -18.00%) and it pays no dividend, limiting its appeal for income-oriented investors.
The main risk is the weakness in earnings growth (-18.00%), which could reflect weak industrial demand or cost pressures compressing the 15.16% operating margin.
Context and risks
Axalta has no recent relevant news or regulatory, geopolitical, or business model exposure that would justify an additional risk adjustment. Its industrial and transportation coatings business is geographically diversified and does not depend on critical shipping routes or government subsidies.
Is Axalta Coating Systems stock cheap or expensive?
at the analysis dateOn P/E and EV / EBITDA, it trades in line with the Basic Materials median (within 15%).
| Multiple | Company | Sector | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E | 20.1 | 19.2 | +5% |
| EV / EBITDA | 9.6 | 10.0 | −4% |
| Price / book | 2.8 | 2.3 | +23% |
| Price / sales | 1.4 | 2.2 | −38% |
Sector: median of the 141 Basic Materials companies analysed. In bold, the multiples used for the comparison.
Valuation score: 7.0 out of 10 (median for Basic Materials: 5.8).
Average analyst target: 39.13 USD, +19.3% versus the price.
Classic formulas with standard assumptions (10.0% growth, 8-9% discount rate). Indicative only: they change a lot with the assumptions and are not a recommendation.
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Score by category
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at the analysis date · compared with the Basic Materials medianValuation
- P/E
- 20.1
- Forward P/E
- 11.5
- EV / EBITDA
- 9.6
- Price / book
- 2.8
- Price / sales
- 1.4
- PEG
- 2.04
- Market cap
- 7.0B USD
- Enterprise value
- 9.5B USD
Profitability
- ROE
- 14.3%
- ROA
- 6.1%
- ROIC (approx.)
- 14.0%
- Gross margin
- 34.0%
- Operating margin
- 15.2%
- Net margin
- 6.8%
- Free cash flow
- 539.5M USD
- FCF yield
- 7.7%
- Cash conversion
- 54%
Solvency
- Total debt
- 3.1B USD
- Net debt
- 2.4B USD
- Cash
- 634.0M USD
- EBITDA
- 991.0M USD
- Net debt / EBITDA
- 2.46
- Debt / equity
- 119.42
- Current ratio
- 1.53
- Quick ratio
- 1.01
Growth
- Revenue growth
- +3.1%
- Earnings growth
- −18.0%
- EPS (TTM)
- 1.63 USD
- EPS (forward)
- 2.86 USD
Dividend
- Dividend yield
- 0.0%
- Payout
- 0.0%
Risk and market
- Beta
- 1.26
- Analyst consensus
- Buy (15)
- Target price
- 39.13 USD
- 52-week range
- 24.94 – 38.61
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Is Axalta Coating Systems stock cheap or expensive?
On P/E and EV / EBITDA, it trades in line with the Basic Materials median (within 15%). Valuation score: 7.0 out of 10 (median for Basic Materials: 5.8). Average analyst target: 39.13 USD, +19.3% versus the price. This is not investment advice.
What score does Axalta Coating Systems get on MeridIAn Screener?
It scores 5.5 out of 10, rank 1,384 of 2,130 (better than 32% of the companies analysed). Its strongest category is Momentum (7.5) and its weakest, Dividend (1.5). Analysis of 08/10/2026.
What is Axalta Coating Systems's P/E ratio?
Its P/E is 20.1: the share price equals 20.1 times earnings per share over the last 12 months. The Basic Materials median is 19.2. Based on the earnings analysts expect, the forward P/E is 11.5.
How much is Axalta Coating Systems worth on the stock market?
Its market capitalisation is 7.0B USD and its enterprise value, debt included, is 9.5B USD.
How much debt does Axalta Coating Systems have?
Its net debt (debt minus cash) is 2.4B USD. That is 2.46 times its EBITDA; the Basic Materials median is 1.41.
Does Axalta Coating Systems pay a dividend?
It pays no dividend, or almost none.
How has Axalta Coating Systems stock performed over the last year?
It has risen 24.3% over the last year, excluding dividends. Over the last 52 weeks it has traded between 24.94 and 38.61 USD. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
What do analysts think of Axalta Coating Systems?
15 analysts cover it; their average recommendation is “Buy” and their average target is 39.13 USD (+19.3% versus the price). It is an estimate, not market data.