AVNT

Avient (AVNT), a maker of resins for plastic products, is highlighted as a stock likely to beat upcoming earnings estimates. The company has a track record of beating earnings in recent quarters with an average surprise of 5.17%, a positive Earnings ESP of +0.58%, and a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating, suggesting strong potential for another earnings beat in its November 4, 2026 report.

Avient (AVNT) and Innospec (IOSP), both Basic Materials stocks with Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), are outperforming their sector peers year-to-date. AVNT has returned 24.8% versus the sector average of 9.5%, while IOSP has gained 26.2%. Both stocks have seen improving analyst sentiment with consensus EPS estimates increasing 4% over the past three months.

Avient (AVNT) has been upgraded to Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) due to upward trends in earnings estimates. The company, which makes resins for plastic pipes and other products, is expected to earn $3.20 per share for fiscal year 2026.

Analysts have steadily raised estimates over the past three months, with the Zacks Consensus Estimate increasing 3.9%. The upgrade positions Avient in the top 20% of Zacks-covered stocks, suggesting potential near-term stock price appreciation.