SOLVAY Stock: Significant Weekly Decline Amid Sharp Drop in European Sector
The past week marked a notable correction for Solvay's stock, which fell more sharply than the main French indices. Market data indicates an intensification of selling activity as the sector remains volatile. This decline follows a difficult year for the stock, which is again under pressure at the end of October.
Solvay ended the week at €26.66, showing a negative change of 5.19%. This decline occurred while the CAC 40 only lost 1.27% over the same period, and the SBF 120 dropped by 1.30%. The difference in intensity highlights underperformance relative to major French indices. Looking at the annual performance, the trend remains unfavorable: over twelve months, Solvay has declined by 28%. The downward momentum is thus confirmed, extending a correction phase that contrasts with the less marked evolution of the sector. Over the week, the stock fell below several key technical thresholds, increasing the pressure on the stock as monthly volatility reached a high level at 9.16.
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Technical Indicators Analysis
The analysis of technical indicators shows that the stock is trading below its medium and long-term moving averages. The weekly closing price is below the 50-day moving average, which is at €27.39, and even more significantly below the 200-day moving average, at €29.79. This configuration indicates a persistent bearish trend, with the stock now moving between the lower Bollinger band at €25.93 and the upper band at €28.97. The technical support threshold is at €26.24, reinforcing the idea of a potential short-term consolidation zone, while resistance is identified at €28.68. The RSI is at 45, with no marked overbought or oversold signals, illustrating a phase of technical wait-and-see. Finally, the MACD, slightly negative at -0.05, remains consistent with a moderate correction movement. In this context, all indicators outline a scenario of the stock being in a consolidation phase, marked by persistent tensions in capital rotation and notable volatility.
Challenging market environment, excluding potential recovery measures from Sadara, updated guidance reflects Middle East impact
Risks mentioned
Middle East conflict impact of approximately €-25 million on underlying EBITDA in Q3 2026
Continued shutdown of the Peroxide plant at the Sadara complex in Jubail, Saudi Arabia accounted for €-15 million in Q3 2026
Challenging market environment affecting Group performance in Q3 2026
Opportunities identified
Joint venture contractual framework includes mechanisms designed to recover lost profitability from Sadara shutdown
Group exploring all available avenues to mitigate financial impact of shutdown
Transformation program and focus on cash generation and cost savings targets
Outlook / guidance
Expected EBITDA: 730 millions d'euros
Management commentary: In light of these developments, Solvay has reviewed its full-year 2026 guidance. Excluding potential revenue or recovery measures from Sadara for the remainder of 2026, the updated guidance is: Underlying EBITDA between €720 and €740 million
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