Dow에 대한 매도 수량은 투자자에게 Dow의 주식 하락에 베팅하는 정도를 알려줍니다. 매도 수량 데이터는 2주마다 업데이트됩니다.

Dow (NYSE:DOW) 주식, 공매도 수량 보고

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Dow Chemical is a diversified global chemicals producer, formed in 2019 as a result of the DowDuPont merger and subsequent separations. The firm is a leading producer of several chemicals, including polyethylene, ethylene oxide, and silicone rubber. Its products have numerous applications in both consumer and industrial end markets.

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아마존(NASDAQ:AMZN), 알파벳(NASDAQ:GOOGL)(NASDAQ:GOOG) 구글, 메타 플랫폼스(NASDAQ:META), 다우(NYSE:DOW)는 2050년까지 전 세계 원자력 발전 용량을 3배로 늘리겠다는 약속을 하는 기업 연합에 합류했다. 이는 기술 기업들이 에너지 집약적 운영을 강화하려는 계획에 큰 변화를 가져올 것이다.

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&#34;파마 브로&#34;로 알려진 논란이 많은 전 헤지펀드 매니저 마틴 슈크렐리는 수요일(12일) 팔란티어 테크놀로지스(NYSE:PLTR)의 고객당 평균 매출(ARPC) 400만 달러에 대한 분석에 ‘결함이 있다&#39;며 의문을 제기했다. 하지만 궁극적으로 팔란티어의 성장 전망을 옹호했다.

마틴 슈크렐리, 팔란티어의 400만 달러 ARPC 평가에 &#34;결함 있지만 하락 베팅은 안 해&#34;

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S&amp;P 다우존스 인디시즈(S&amp;P Dow Jones Indices)는 금요일(7일)에 팔란티어 테크놀로지스(NASDAQ:PLTR)가 S&amp;P 100 지수에 합류한다고 발표했다. 데이터 분석 회사인 팔란티어의 주가는 선거 후 놀라운 상승세를 이어가고 있다.

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Turns out, when it comes to share repurchases, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-basic-materials-stocks">most materials companies</a> may have been better off buying the S&amp;P 500.
JPMorgan analyst Jeffrey Zekauskas just gave the sector a reality check: Of 31 major Materials firms tracked since 2019, nearly two-thirds saw negative absolute returns on their buyback programs. Even worse, 24 of them underperformed a simple S&amp;P 500 ETF investment, even after accounting for taxes.
The conclusion? These repurchases weren't just disappointing but financially destructive.
Across the group, billions were poured into buybacks that cratered in value. Celanese Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CE#NYSE">CE</a>) sank over $1.47 billion into repurchases, only to underperform a hypothetical S&amp;P 500 investment by more than $2.5 billion. Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) fared even worse, erasing $3.5 billion in relative value. And Huntsman Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUN#NYSE">HUN</a>) torched $1.6 billion with an eye-watering 61.5% drop in buyback value.
But it wasn't all gloom.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Linde, Corteva, CF Prove Buybacks Can Work &#8211; If You Pick Your Spots</h2>
Among the few bright spots, Linde Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LIN#NASDAQ">LIN</a>) stands tall. With a 58.7% return on buybacks &#8211; and a nearly $8.8 billion edge over the S&amp;P 500 &#8211; the industrial gas giant proved that timing, valuation, and execution still matter. 
Corteva Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTVA#NYSE">CTVA</a>), up 47.9% on its buybacks, outperformed by $1.36 billion. CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CF#NYSE">CF</a>) delivered a 40.1% gain and a $1.16 billion upside vs. the index.
What makes these companies different? For one, they've all posted significant share price gains over the six-year period — Corteva is up nearly 56%, and CF has surged 54%, easily outpacing the S&amp;P 500's 40.5% gain. Contrast that with firms like Tronox Holdings PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TROX#NYSE">TROX</a>), where the stock collapsed over 60%, and the case for more disciplined capital return becomes clear.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Time For A New Materials Playbook?</h2>
Zekauskas' note makes a clear case: most Materials firms engage in buybacks without publishing any assessment of the value generated. Instead of accountability, there&#8217;s a blind faith in EPS boosts &#8211; which also conveniently pad executive comp packages.
Investors would be wise to scrutinize buyback programs in this sector, especially when management remains mum on returns. Until there's more transparency &#8211; and better timing &#8211; the Materials sector might want to trade in its buyback habit for one that&#8217;s a bit more… constructive.
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Looking into the current session, Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) shares are trading at $30.48, after a 1.96% increase. Moreover, over the past month, the stock increased by 2.33%, but in the past year, decreased by 45.01%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is undervalued, even if the company is performing up to par in the current session. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750096835_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>A Look at Dow P/E Relative to Its Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of 20.13 in the Chemicals industry, Dow Inc. has a higher P/E ratio of 74.75. Shareholders might be inclined to think that Dow Inc. might perform better than its industry group. It's also possible that the stock is overvalued. 

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In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

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Dow's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) short percent of float has risen 17.66% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 34.48 million shares sold short, which is 5.53% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.26 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Dow Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
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As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Dow has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Dow's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Dow's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.55%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Dividend investing is gaining traction in 2025 as tariffs and macroeconomic uncertainties continue to weigh on market sentiment. Research from <a href="https://www.spglobal.com/spdji/en/documents/research/research-sp500-dividend-aristocrats.pdf">S&amp;P Global </a>shows that dividend stocks with a strong history of growth have historically delivered higher returns with lower volatility compared to the S&amp;P 500.
Last month, someone <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/dividends/comments/1ksb79m/anyone_already_living_the_dream_and_living_off/">asked</a> investors on r/Dividends — a Reddit community with over 730,000 followers — whether anyone was living off dividend income. The question drew an overwhelming response, with many investors sharing their advice and experience.&nbsp;
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An investor said that he was living off dividends from a diversified portfolio of stocks and funds. He advised Redditors to first pay off all debts and avoid being a "slave" to banks.
&nbsp;"Life is great and we are blessed with dividends!" he wrote. "Invest in quality dividend stocks in all sectors and don&#8217;t waste money on material things you don&#8217;t need but enjoy life!"
The investor, 62, said in a separate comment that he and his wife are retired and their portfolio includes a lot of "qualified" dividend stocks with an average yield of 9%.
"Retired and enjoying dividends without depleting my initial investment. I am diversified across all sectors," he said.
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Let's take a look at some of the top dividend stocks and funds in his portfolio.
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Energy Transfer LP Unit (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ET#NYSE">ET</a>) was among the top high-yield energy dividend stocks in the Redditor's portfolio. The Texas-based company has a dividend yield of about 7.4%. The stock is down 12% so far this year.
Enterprise Products Partners&nbsp;
Texas-based Enterprise Products Partners LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EPD#NYSE">EPD</a>) is a midstream energy company with a dividend yield of about 6.8%. The stock recently fell after the company <a href="https://seekingalpha.com/news/4453939-enterprise-products-slips-as-license-requirement-could-lead-to-lower-china-exports">warned</a> that its ethane and butane exports could be impacted due to a new US government licensing requirement for exports to China.
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Chemicals giant Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) was among the top holdings of the investor living off dividends. The stock has a dividend yield of about 10%. In April, Bank of America <a href="https://seekingalpha.com/news/4431475-dow-downgraded-2-levels-by-bank-of-america-amid-risk-to-dividend">downgraded </a>the stock to Underperform from Buy, citing weakening global demand, rising trade barriers and elevated feedstock costs. The stock has lost about 29% so far this year.
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Westlake Chemical Partners
Westlake Chemical Partners LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLKP#NYSE">WLKP</a>) is a Texas-based chemicals company with a dividend yield of about 8.5%. In the fiscal first quarter, the company's net income <a href="https://investors.westlake.com/news/news-details/2025/Westlake-Chemical-Partners-LP-Announces-First-Quarter-2025-Results/default.aspx">fell</a> by $10 million amid lower production and sales volume and higher maintenance capital expenditures.
Kurv Yield Premium Strategy Tesla ETF
The Kurv Yield Premium Strategy Tesla ETF (CBOE: TSLP) provides investors with monthly payouts and exposure to Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) shares. The fund has a distribution rate of about 34%. TSLP is down 22% so far this year.
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The Roundhill S&amp;P 500 Target 20 Managed Distribution ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPAY#NYSE">XPAY</a>) pays a return at an annualized rate of 20% and provides investors exposure to the S&amp;P 500.
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Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) disclosed the signing of a sale and purchase agreement to divest its 50% stake in DowAksa Advanced Composites Holdings BV to its joint venture partner, Aksa Akrilik Kimya Sanayii A.Ş, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/n45717940/dow-announces-agreement-to-sell-its-50-ownership-in-dowaksa-joint-venture" rel="noreferrer noopener">for about $125 million</a>.
The proceeds imply an enterprise value of around 10 times the projected operating EBITDA for 2025 after factoring in debt.
With this transaction, Aksa will become the sole owner of DowAksa.
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Dow's decision to exit the joint venture, established in 2012, aligns with its "best-owner mindset" strategy, which emphasizes concentrating on core, high-value downstream operations.
The proceeds from the sale will contribute to the company's balanced approach to capital allocation.
The transaction is anticipated to close in the third quarter of 2025, pending standard regulatory approvals and closing conditions.
In April, the company reported that first-quarter 2025 sales declined 3% year over year to $10.431 billion. It beat the consensus of $10.24 billion, and adjusted EPS came in at 2 cents, beating the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44978321/dow-posts-surprise-profit-as-volumes-rise-in-q1-but-cash-flow-and-capex-outlook-signal-market-caution" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus estimate of a 1 cent loss</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Amplify ETF Trust Amplify Natural Resources Dividend Income ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDIV#NYSE">NDIV</a>) and Invesco S&amp;P 500 High Dividend Low Volatility ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPHD#NYSE">SPHD</a>).
Price Action: DOW shares are down 0.14% at $27.70 premarket at the last check on Monday.
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Despite a powerful 22% surge in the S&amp;P 500 since the April lows—driven by easing U.S.-China trade tensions and a 90-day pause on new tariffs—only half of the index&#8217;s stocks have managed to rise above their 200-day moving average, indicating a market rally <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers">that remains potentially incomplete.</a>
This technical indicator, often used to gauge long-term trends and market breadth, currently shows that just 49.9% of S&amp;P 500 components are in what traders would consider a bullish trend. 
That figure remains below both the five- and 10-year averages of 60%, suggesting a wide swath of the market has yet to participate in the rebound.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Breadth Gauge Shows Room To Run</h3>
Over the past four years, the percentage of stocks above their 200-day moving average has moved within a wide 10% to 92% range. The extreme lows—seen in June and September 2022 at just 10%—came during periods of heightened recession fears and monetary tightening. 
The recent cycle bottom occurred just last month, when the figure dipped to 15% following April's sharp, tariff-driven selloff.
The highest reading in the last four years came in May 2021, at 92%, during a time of peak post-pandemic optimism. More recently, a high of 82% was recorded in September 2024, following the start of Federal Reserve policy easing. 
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What Analysts Say About The Tariff Pause and Market Reaction</h3>
Analysts say that the 90-day tariff truce announced in April and this week&#8217;s truce between the U.S. and China helped revive risk appetite, but they remain cautious about its long-term effects.
In a note on Wednesday, Peter Oppenheimer, strategist at Goldman Sachs, said the outcome was "much better than we had expected," noting that the tariff levies of 30 percentage points by the U.S. and +5 points by China were significantly lower than prior worst-case estimates.
Oppenheimer also highlighted that the new U.S.-UK trade agreement contributes to a more constructive global growth outlook and has mitigated fears of long-term economic damage from the April drawdown.
He added that the market has begun to price out recession risks. 
"Certainly, recent news has been supportive for risk in three respects: it has shown the U.S. Administration to be pragmatic and keen to de-escalate&#8230; it suggests a lower likely outcome for the average effective tariff rate&#8230; and it has led to a number of growth upgrades," he said.
Rick Gardner, chief investment officer at RGA Investments, said markets are already "pricing in an environment where the U.S. and China are able to trade with each other," even if some economic weakness persists.
"Even if we see a continued economic slowdown, the stock market may have already priced that in during the April selloff," Gardner said.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">S&amp;P 500&#8217;s Top 20 Laggards – Price vs. 200-Day Moving Average</h3>
More than 20 S&amp;P 500 stocks are still trading over 20% below their 200-day moving averages, highlighting substantial technical room for recovery among the index's biggest underperformers during the tariff-relief rally. 
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<td>UnitedHealth Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>)</td>
<td>-42.20%</td>
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<td>Enphase Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>)</td>
<td>-41.52%</td>
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<td>Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/REGN#NASDAQ">REGN</a>)</td>
<td>-30.14%</td>
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<td>Alexandria Real Estate Equities Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARE#NYSE">ARE</a>)</td>
<td>-29.88%</td>
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<td>Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>)</td>
<td>-28.40%</td>
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<td>Albemarle Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALB#NYSE">ALB</a>)</td>
<td>-27.11%</td>
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<td>IQVIA Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IQV#NYSE">IQV</a>)</td>
<td>-26.14%</td>
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<td>Bio-Techne Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TECH#NASDAQ">TECH</a>)</td>
<td>-24.95%</td>
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<td>Target Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>)</td>
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<td>LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LYB#NYSE">LYB</a>)</td>
<td>-24.88%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lennar Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEN#NYSE">LEN</a>)</td>
<td>-24.48%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Teradyne Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TER#NASDAQ">TER</a>)</td>
<td>-24.35%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>West Pharmaceutical Services Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WST#NYSE">WST</a>)</td>
<td>-24.06%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Biogen Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BIIB#NASDAQ">BIIB</a>)</td>
<td>-23.67%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Merck &amp; Co. Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRK#NYSE">MRK</a>)</td>
<td>-23.18%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ON Semiconductor Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ON#NASDAQ">ON</a>)</td>
<td>-23.06%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Becton, Dickinson and Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BDX#NYSE">BDX</a>)</td>
<td>-22.80%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Halliburton Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAL#NYSE">HAL</a>)</td>
<td>-22.30%</td>
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<tr>
<td>Edison International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>)</td>
<td>-21.76%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Data as of May 13, 2025</figcaption></figure>
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High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bullish on Dow (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>), and it's important for retail traders to take note. 
\This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga's tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in DOW often signals that someone has privileged information.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for Dow. This is not a typical pattern.
The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 62% bullish and 25% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $29,680, and 7 calls, totaling $215,265.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $27.5 to $32.5 for Dow over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Dow options trades today is 4565.0 with a total volume of 2,013.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Dow's big money trades within a strike price range of $27.5 to $32.5 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Dow Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746464495_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>DOW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$4.35</td>
<td>$4.25</td>
<td>$4.35</td>
<td>$27.50</td>
<td>$44.8K</td>
<td>4.3K</td>
<td align="right">105</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DOW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$1.3</td>
<td>$1.3</td>
<td>$1.3</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$32.5K</td>
<td>4.9K</td>
<td align="right">250</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DOW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$3.75</td>
<td>$4.32</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$30.2K</td>
<td>557</td>
<td align="right">81</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DOW</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$2.15</td>
<td>$2.12</td>
<td>$2.12</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$29.6K</td>
<td>11.8K</td>
<td align="right">160</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DOW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$0.45</td>
<td>$32.50</td>
<td>$28.4K</td>
<td>4.9K</td>
<td align="right">789</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Dow</h3>
Dow Chemical is a diversified global chemicals producer, formed in 2019 as a result of the DowDuPont merger and subsequent separations. The firm is a leading producer of several chemicals, including polyethylene, ethylene oxide, and silicone rubber. Its products have numerous applications in both consumer and industrial end markets.
In light of the recent options history for Dow, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Dow</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 3,898,100, the price of DOW is down by -3.47%, reaching $29.36.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 80 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Dow</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $33.6.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Dow, which currently sits at a price target of $35. 
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Dow, which currently sits at a price target of $29. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Barclays persists with their Equal-Weight rating on Dow, maintaining a target price of $32. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Piper Sandler has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Dow, which currently sits at a price target of $37. 
&#x2A; Showing optimism, an analyst from Fermium Research upgrades its rating to Buy with a revised price target of $35. 
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Options

This Is What Whales Are Betting On Dow

Dow's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) short percent of float has risen 13.49% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 29.38 million shares sold short, which is 4.71% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.1 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Dow Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746216019_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Dow has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Dow's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Dow's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.18%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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What's Driving the Market Sentiment Around Dow?

<ul>
<li>Dow sold an initial 40% equity stake in Diamond Infrastructure Solutions, a dedicated infrastructure company with assets across the U.S. Gulf Coast, to a fund managed by&nbsp;Macquarie Asset Management</li>
<li>Macquarie Asset Management has an option to increase its equity stake to 49% within six months of closing</li>
<li>Dow received initial cash proceeds of approximately $2.4 billion, with potential to receive up to approximately $3.0 billion in total if the option is exercised</li>
<li>Proceeds will be used to support Dow's balanced capital allocation approach&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4418489-1&amp;h=3891913936&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.dow.com%2Fen-us%2F&amp;a=Dow">Dow</a>&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) today announced the completion of the sale of a 40% equity stake in Diamond Infrastructure Solutions, a dedicated infrastructure company with select U.S. Gulf Coast infrastructure assets, to a fund managed by Macquarie Asset Management, a leading global infrastructure and energy asset manager.
"This growth-focused transaction to create a new infrastructure business entity represents a strategic partnership between Dow and Macquarie Asset Management that has been several years in the making," said&nbsp;<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4418489-1&amp;h=1700979997&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.dow.com%2Fen-us%2Fabout-dow%2Fleadership%2Fjim-fitterling.html&amp;a=Jim+Fitterling">Jim Fitterling</a>, chair and chief executive officer of Dow. "With key assets strategically placed across the U.S. Gulf Coast, Diamond Infrastructure Solutions will provide safe and reliable operations for its existing customers while focusing on customer growth."&nbsp;
Dow has received initial cash proceeds of approximately $2.4&nbsp;billion from the sale of a 40% minority equity stake. Macquarie Asset Management has the option to increase its equity share to 49% within six months of closing for an additional approximately $600&nbsp;million – which would increase total cash proceeds to approximately $3&nbsp;billion for Dow in 2025 if exercised.
<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4418489-1&amp;h=4150333880&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.diamondinfra.com%2Fen-us.html%23xd_co_f%3DMmE2ZDdjM2MtOGUyMC00ODE0LWIyNTMtZmJhZmEwN2RlYWI2%7E&amp;a=Diamond+Infrastructure+Solutions">Diamond Infrastructure Solutions</a>&nbsp;("Diamond") was stood up by Dow in 2023 and <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4418489-1&amp;h=1098686265&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.dow.com%2Fen-us%2Fnews%2Fpress-releases%2Fdow-announces-partnership-with-macquarie-asset-management-to-lau.html&amp;a=announced">announced</a>&nbsp;in December 2024 as a dedicated infrastructure company to focus on operational efficiencies and new customer acquisition. Over the last several months, the Diamond leadership team has progressed a comprehensive growth strategy, focusing on several key areas to ensure Diamond's success including a strong focus on safety, employee alignment, and proactive engagement with new customers.
Dow will maintain control as the majority owner of Diamond to ensure the safety and reliability of its U.S. Gulf Coast operations. Profitable growth for Diamond is expected to benefit both Dow and Macquarie Asset Management's future bottom-line results.
This transaction is another step in Dow's continued actions to unlock value from non-product producing assets and improve balance sheet effectiveness across its global portfolio.
Citi and Goldman Sachs acted as financial advisors to Dow, and Linklaters provided legal support.

Contracts

Dow Enters Strategic Partnership With Macquarie Asset Management As An Investor In Diamond Infrastructure Solutions, Its Dedicated Infrastructure Company

Goldman Sachs analyst Duffy Fischer maintains Dow (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $45 to $34.

Price Target

Goldman Sachs Maintains Neutral on Dow, Lowers Price Target to $34

Fermium Research analyst Frank J. Mitsch upgraded Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) from Hold to Buy <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DOW/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">at a price forecast of $35</a>.
On Thursday, the company reported better-than-expected&nbsp;first-quarter 2025 sales of $10.431 billion, beating the consensus of $10.24 billion, and adjusted EPS of $0.02, beating the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44978321/dow-posts-surprise-profit-as-volumes-rise-in-q1-but-cash-flow-and-capex-outlook-signal-market-caution" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus estimate of a $0.01 loss</a>.
The analyst views Dow&#8217;s decision to postpone the Ft. Saskatchewan Path2Zero project, which is expected to yield an additional $600 million in capex savings in 2025, as a significant positive.
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Mitsch believes that this, coupled with the Macquarie infrastructure sale(s) and anticipated NOVA litigation proceeds, should ease dividend concerns for 2025 and 2026.
Nevertheless, the anticipated negative free cash flow of up to $1 billion in the first half of 2025 is a point of concern, adds the analyst.
The analyst anticipates a reversal in the second half, driven by working capital inflows, reduced maintenance spending, and increased EBITDA from new projects and cost reductions.
Amid the continued weak macroeconomics, the analyst lowered 2025 EPS estimates from $1.61 to $0.29 (consensus $1.40) and EBITDA estimates from $5.20 billion to $4.05 billion (consensus $4.82 billion).
Also, Mitsch cuts second-quarter EPS and EBITDA estimates from $0.48 and $1.39 billion to $0.00 and $960 million (vs. consensus of $0.33 and $1.25 billion), respectively.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Materials Select Sector SPDR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLB#NYSE">XLB</a>) and Invesco S&amp;P 500 High Dividend Low Volatility ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPHD#NYSE">SPHD</a>).
Price Action: DOW shares are up 0.37% at $29.87 at the last check Friday.
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Upgrades

Analyst Upgrades Dow, Calls Capex Cut And Asset Sales Positive

Ratings for Dow (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) were provided by 16 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $37.31, with a high estimate of $50.00 and a low estimate of $28.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 15.57%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745582454_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The standing of Dow among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Frank Mitsch &#x7C;Fermium Research &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $35.00&#x7C;$35.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Leithead &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $32.00&#x7C;$38.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Steve Byrne &#x7C;B of A Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Underperform &#x7C; $28.00&#x7C;$44.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Sison &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $35.00&#x7C;$40.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Joshua Spector &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $29.00&#x7C;$41.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Charles Neivert &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $37.00&#x7C;$46.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Sison &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $40.00&#x7C;$50.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Patrick Cunningham &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $31.00&#x7C;$39.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jeffrey Zekauskas &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $31.00&#x7C;$40.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Leithead &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $38.00&#x7C;$44.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Charles Neivert &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $46.00&#x7C;$53.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jeffrey Zekauskas &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $40.00&#x7C;$47.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Arun Viswanathan &#x7C;RBC Capital &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Sector Perform &#x7C; $38.00&#x7C;$41.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Sison &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $50.00&#x7C;$55.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Vincent Andrews &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $43.00&#x7C;$46.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Leithead &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $44.00&#x7C;$48.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Dow. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Dow compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Dow's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Dow's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into Dow's Background</h2>
Dow Inc is a diversified chemicals producer, formed in 2019 as a result of the DowDuPont merger and subsequent separations. The firm is a key producer of several chemicals, including polyethylene, ethylene oxide, and silicone rubber. Its products have numerous applications in both consumer and industrial end markets. The Company conducts its operations through six businesses, which are organized into segments, such as Packaging &amp; Specialty Plastics, Industrial Intermediates &amp;and Infrastructure and Performance Materials and Coatings. Packaging and Specialty.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Dow's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Dow's revenue growth over a period of 3M has faced challenges. As of 31 December, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -2.03%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Materials sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Dow's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching -0.54%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Dow's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -0.31%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Dow's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of -0.1%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 1.02, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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The Analyst Verdict: Dow In The Eyes Of 16 Experts

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Fermium Research analyst Frank Mitsch upgraded the rating for Dow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) from Hold to Buy and maintained the price target of $35. Dow shares closed at $29.76 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DOW/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Keybanc analyst Bradley Thomas upgraded Lowe&#8217;s Companies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOW#NYSE">LOW</a>) from Sector Weight to Overweight and maintained the price target of $266. Lowe&#8217;s shares closed at $222.05 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LOW/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Citigroup analyst James Hardiman upgraded the rating for Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAS#NASDAQ">HAS</a>) from Neutral to Buy and announced a $72 price target. Hasbro shares closed at $60.37 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HAS/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Keybanc analyst Bradley Thomas upgraded the rating for Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WSM#NYSE">WSM</a>) from Sector Weight to Overweight and maintained the price target of $181. Williams-Sonoma shares closed at $151.40 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WSM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>UBS analyst Faham Baig upgraded Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PM#NYSE">PM</a>) from Sell to Neutral and raised the price target from $130 to $170. Philip Morris shares closed at $170.07 on Thursday.  <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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Considering buying LOW stock? Here&#8217;s what analysts think: 
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Pre-Market Outlook

This Lowe's Analyst Turns Bullish; Here Are Top 5 Upgrades For Friday

Fermium Research analyst Frank Mitsch upgrades Dow (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) from Hold to Buy and maintains the price target from $35 to $35.

Fermium Research Upgrades Dow to Buy, Maintains Price Target to $35

Barclays analyst Michael Leithead maintains Dow (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOW#NYSE">DOW</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $38 to $32.

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Dow, Lowers Price Target to $32

Press Releases

Dow to participate in J.P. Morgan 2025 Industrials Conference

Dow Announces the Pricing of its Cash Tender Offer

Dow and X-energy Submit Construction Permit Application to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission for Proposed Advanced Nuclear Project in Texas

Dividends

Dow announces results from 2025 Annual Stockholder Meeting

Earnings

Dow Reports First Quarter 2025 Results

Dow finalizes strategic partnership with Macquarie Asset Management as an investor in Diamond Infrastructure Solutions, its dedicated infrastructure company

Dow completes $121MM sale of Telone™ soil fumigation product line

Dow Announces Agreement to Sell its 50% Ownership in DowAksa Joint Venture

Dow to participate in Deutsche Bank Global Industrials & Materials Conference

Canadian court orders NOVA Chemicals to pay Dow an additional CAD$1.6 billion judgment

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