Methanex Stock Forecast - Naive Prediction

MEOH Stock  USD 46.88  0.36  0.77%   
The Naive Prediction forecasted value of Methanex on the next trading day is expected to be 45.36 with a mean absolute deviation of 0.62 and the sum of the absolute errors of 37.80. Methanex Stock Forecast is based on your current time horizon. We recommend always using this module together with an analysis of Methanex's historical fundamentals, such as revenue growth or operating cash flow patterns.
  
As of now, Methanex's Inventory Turnover is decreasing as compared to previous years. The Methanex's current Payables Turnover is estimated to increase to 5.63, while Receivables Turnover is projected to decrease to 4.85. . The Methanex's current Common Stock Shares Outstanding is estimated to increase to about 94.1 M, while Net Income Applicable To Common Shares is projected to decrease to under 230.6 M.

Methanex Cash Forecast

Predicting cash flow or other financial metrics requires analysts to utilize a variety of statistical methods, techniques, and algorithms. These tools help uncover hidden patterns in the Methanex's financial statements, enabling forecasts of their impact on future stock prices.
 
Cash  
First Reported
1992-12-31
Previous Quarter
426.1 M
Current Value
511.1 M
Quarterly Volatility
238.7 M
 
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A naive forecasting model for Methanex is a special case of the moving average forecasting where the number of periods used for smoothing is one. Therefore, the forecast of Methanex value for a given trading day is simply the observed value for the previous period. Due to the simplistic nature of the naive forecasting model, it can only be used to forecast up to one period.

Methanex Naive Prediction Price Forecast For the 2nd of December

Given 90 days horizon, the Naive Prediction forecasted value of Methanex on the next trading day is expected to be 45.36 with a mean absolute deviation of 0.62, mean absolute percentage error of 0.65, and the sum of the absolute errors of 37.80.
Please note that although there have been many attempts to predict Methanex Stock prices using its time series forecasting, we generally do not recommend using it to place bets in the real market. The most commonly used models for forecasting predictions are the autoregressive models, which specify that Methanex's next future price depends linearly on its previous prices and some stochastic term (i.e., imperfectly predictable multiplier).

Methanex Stock Forecast Pattern

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Methanex Forecasted Value

In the context of forecasting Methanex's Stock value on the next trading day, we examine the predictive performance of the model to find good statistically significant boundaries of downside and upside scenarios. Methanex's downside and upside margins for the forecasting period are 43.09 and 47.62, respectively. We have considered Methanex's daily market price to evaluate the above model's predictive performance. Remember, however, there is no scientific proof or empirical evidence that traditional linear or nonlinear forecasting models outperform artificial intelligence and frequency domain models to provide accurate forecasts consistently.
Market Value
46.88
45.36
Expected Value
47.62
Upside

Model Predictive Factors

The below table displays some essential indicators generated by the model showing the Naive Prediction forecasting method's relative quality and the estimations of the prediction error of Methanex stock data series using in forecasting. Note that when a statistical model is used to represent Methanex stock, the representation will rarely be exact; so some information will be lost using the model to explain the process. AIC estimates the relative amount of information lost by a given model: the less information a model loses, the higher its quality.
AICAkaike Information Criteria117.6781
BiasArithmetic mean of the errors None
MADMean absolute deviation0.6196
MAPEMean absolute percentage error0.015
SAESum of the absolute errors37.7975
This model is not at all useful as a medium-long range forecasting tool of Methanex. This model is simplistic and is included partly for completeness and partly because of its simplicity. It is unlikely that you'll want to use this model directly to predict Methanex. Instead, consider using either the moving average model or the more general weighted moving average model with a higher (i.e., greater than 1) number of periods, and possibly a different set of weights.

Predictive Modules for Methanex

There are currently many different techniques concerning forecasting the market as a whole, as well as predicting future values of individual securities such as Methanex. Regardless of method or technology, however, to accurately forecast the stock market is more a matter of luck rather than a particular technique. Nevertheless, trying to predict the stock market accurately is still an essential part of the overall investment decision process. Using different forecasting techniques and comparing the results might improve your chances of accuracy even though unexpected events may often change the market sentiment and impact your forecasting results.
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
44.6646.9249.18
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Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
41.9344.1951.57
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Bollinger
Band Projection (param)
LowMiddleHigh
43.6845.7947.90
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10 Analysts
Consensus
LowTargetHigh
46.5751.1856.81
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Other Forecasting Options for Methanex

For every potential investor in Methanex, whether a beginner or expert, Methanex's price movement is the inherent factor that sparks whether it is viable to invest in it or hold it better. Methanex Stock price charts are filled with many 'noises.' These noises can hugely alter the decision one can make regarding investing in Methanex. Basic forecasting techniques help filter out the noise by identifying Methanex's price trends.

Methanex Related Equities

One of the popular trading techniques among algorithmic traders is to use market-neutral strategies where every trade hedges away some risk. Because there are two separate transactions required, even if one position performs unexpectedly, the other equity can make up some of the losses. Below are some of the equities that can be combined with Methanex stock to make a market-neutral strategy. Peer analysis of Methanex could also be used in its relative valuation, which is a method of valuing Methanex by comparing valuation metrics with similar companies.
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Methanex Technical and Predictive Analytics

The stock market is financially volatile. Despite the volatility, there exist limitless possibilities of gaining profits and building passive income portfolios. With the complexity of Methanex's price movements, a comprehensive understanding of forecasting methods that an investor can rely on to make the right move is invaluable. These methods predict trends that assist an investor in predicting the movement of Methanex's current price.

Methanex Market Strength Events

Market strength indicators help investors to evaluate how Methanex stock reacts to ongoing and evolving market conditions. The investors can use it to make informed decisions about market timing, and determine when trading Methanex shares will generate the highest return on investment. By undertsting and applying Methanex stock market strength indicators, traders can identify Methanex entry and exit signals to maximize returns.

Methanex Risk Indicators

The analysis of Methanex's basic risk indicators is one of the essential steps in accurately forecasting its future price. The process involves identifying the amount of risk involved in Methanex's investment and either accepting that risk or mitigating it. Along with some essential techniques for forecasting methanex stock prices, we also provide a set of basic risk indicators that can assist in the individual investment decision or help in hedging the risk of your existing portfolios.
Please note, the risk measures we provide can be used independently or collectively to perform a risk assessment. When comparing two potential investments, we recommend comparing similar equities with homogenous growth potential and valuation from related markets to determine which investment holds the most risk.

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When determining whether Methanex offers a strong return on investment in its stock, a comprehensive analysis is essential. The process typically begins with a thorough review of Methanex's financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to assess its financial health. Key financial ratios are used to gauge profitability, efficiency, and growth potential of Methanex Stock. Outlined below are crucial reports that will aid in making a well-informed decision on Methanex Stock:
Check out Historical Fundamental Analysis of Methanex to cross-verify your projections.
For more detail on how to invest in Methanex Stock please use our How to Invest in Methanex guide.
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Is Commodity Chemicals space expected to grow? Or is there an opportunity to expand the business' product line in the future? Factors like these will boost the valuation of Methanex. If investors know Methanex will grow in the future, the company's valuation will be higher. The financial industry is built on trying to define current growth potential and future valuation accurately. All the valuation information about Methanex listed above have to be considered, but the key to understanding future value is determining which factors weigh more heavily than others.
Quarterly Earnings Growth
(0.02)
Dividend Share
0.74
Earnings Share
2.12
Revenue Per Share
54.81
Quarterly Revenue Growth
0.135
The market value of Methanex is measured differently than its book value, which is the value of Methanex that is recorded on the company's balance sheet. Investors also form their own opinion of Methanex's value that differs from its market value or its book value, called intrinsic value, which is Methanex's true underlying value. Investors use various methods to calculate intrinsic value and buy a stock when its market value falls below its intrinsic value. Because Methanex's market value can be influenced by many factors that don't directly affect Methanex's underlying business (such as a pandemic or basic market pessimism), market value can vary widely from intrinsic value.
Please note, there is a significant difference between Methanex's value and its price as these two are different measures arrived at by different means. Investors typically determine if Methanex is a good investment by looking at such factors as earnings, sales, fundamental and technical indicators, competition as well as analyst projections. However, Methanex's price is the amount at which it trades on the open market and represents the number that a seller and buyer find agreeable to each party.