Ashland Inc.
ASHBasic MaterialsNASDAQSpecialty Chemicals · Last scanned Oct 26, 2026
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Daily timeframeAshland Inc. provides additives and specialty ingredients in the North and Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and internationally. With a market capitalization of $3.34B, it sits in mid-cap territory. It operates through Life Sciences, Personal Care, Specialty Additives, and Intermediates segments.
Market Cap
$3.34B
Beta
0.40
P/E (TTM)
46.79
P/E (Fwd)
16.90
EPS (TTM)
$1.56
EPS (Fwd)
$4.32
ROE
4.0%
ROA
2.4%
Cash
$440.0M
Total Debt
$1.48B
Free CF
$269.1M
52W Change
44.0%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where ASH stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 14, 2026 close, ASH finished 15.17% above its 150-day moving average ($63.08) and 16.46% above its 200-day moving average ($62.38). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is ASH overbought or oversold?
At the October 14, 2026 close, ASH's RSI(14) was 70.1, in overbought territory (above 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Ashland Inc. carries $1.48B in total debt against $440.0M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 3.4x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Free cash flow comes in at $269.1M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 4.0%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 2.4% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has pulled back from $2.39B (2022) to $1.82B (2025), a 24% decline worth watching.
ASH's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing ASH's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.