
Sensient Technologies Corporation
NYSE•SXT
CEO: Mr. Paul Manning
Sector: Basic Materials
Industry: Chemicals - Specialty
Listing Date: 1980-03-17
Sensient Technologies Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, develops, manufactures, and markets colors, flavors, and other specialty ingredients in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, South America, and Africa. The company offers flavor-delivery systems, and compounded and blended products; ingredient products, such as essential oils, natural and synthetic flavors, and natural extracts; and chili powder, paprika, and chili pepper, as well as dehydrated vegetables comprising parsley, celery, and spinach to the food, beverage, and personal care industries. It also provides natural and synthetic color systems for use in foods, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and nutraceuticals; colors and other ingredients for personal care, such as active ingredients, solubilizers, and surface treated pigments; pharmaceutical and nutraceutical excipients, including colors, flavors, coatings, and nutraceutical ingredients; and technical colors for industrial applications under the Sensient Food Colors, Sensient Pharmaceutical Coating Systems, Sensient Cosmetic Technologies, and Sensient Specialty Markets trade names. Sensient Technologies Corporation was incorporated in 1882 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Contact Information
777 East Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1100, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-5304, United States
414-271-6755
Market Cap
$4.09B
P/E (TTM)
29.5
18.8
Dividend Yield
1.7%
52W High
$121.54
52W Low
$66.15
52W Range
Rank26Top 9.6%
5.9
F-Score
Modified Piotroski Analysis
Based on 10-year fundamentals
Average • 5.9 / 9 points
Scoring Range (0-9)
8-9: Excellent Value
6-7: Strong Fundamentals
4-5: Average Quality
0-3: Weak Performance
Data Period: 2015-2024
Financial Dashboard
Q3 2025 Data
Revenue
$412.11M+4.97%
4-Quarter Trend
EPS
$0.87+11.54%
4-Quarter Trend
FCF
$24.21M-61.93%
4-Quarter Trend
2025 Q3 Earnings Highlights
Key Highlights
Revenue Growth Driven By Pricing Nine month revenue reached $1.22B, growing 3.2% adjusted local currency, primarily due to higher selling prices across segments.
Net Earnings Increased 15.3% GAAP Net Earnings for nine months totaled $109.0M, showing strong 15.3% growth compared to the prior year period.
Color Segment Operating Income Rises Color segment operating income increased 20% to $111.5M for nine months, driven by volume and pricing gains in key product lines.
Improved GAAP Operating Margin GAAP Operating Margin improved to 13.9% (9M 2025) from 12.7% (9M 2024), reflecting better cost management relative to sales.
Risk Factors
Operating Cash Flow Significantly Decreased Net cash provided by operating activities fell to $83.3M (9M 2025) from $135.8M (9M 2024), impacted by inventory and compensation.
Portfolio Optimization Plan Costs POP costs totaled $9.5M YTD 2025; $44M incurred through September 30, 2025, impacting current period results.
Inflationary Input Cost Pressures Management notes increased costs for raw materials, shipping, and labor, posing a risk if pricing actions are insufficient.
Uncertainty from Global Tariffs Potential for increased US tariffs and retaliatory actions creates uncertainty regarding raw material costs and future demand.
Outlook
Future Cost Savings Expected Portfolio Optimization Plan is anticipated to reduce annual operating costs by $8M to $10M, with full benefit realized after 2025.
Debt Structure Enhanced Flexibility Issued $60M senior notes and extended revolving credit facility maturity to June 2030, ensuring strong liquidity through 2030.
Segment Reporting Change Made Natural Ingredients line renamed Agricultural Ingredients within Flavors & Extracts segment to better distinguish color activities.
Strong Financial Position Maintained Company remains in compliance with loan covenants, expecting cash flow and debt capacity to meet future capital requirements.
Peer Comparison
Revenue (TTM)
SSL$28.48B
$9.71B
$3.71B
Gross Margin (Latest Quarter)
58.3%
BCPC35.7%
SXT34.3%
Key Metrics
Symbol | Market Cap | P/E (TTM) | ROE (TTM) | Debt to Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCPC | $5.07B | 34.4 | 12.1% | 9.4% |
| CE | $4.59B | -1.5 | -63.2% | 6.7% |
| PRM | $4.11B | 52.6 | 6.7% | 1.3% |
Long-Term Trends
Last 4 Quarters
Revenue
Net Income
Operating Cash Flow
4Q Revenue CAGR
3.1%
Moderate Growth
4Q Net Income CAGR
7.1%
Profitability Improving
Cash Flow Stability
75%
Volatile Cash Flow
Research & Insights
Next earnings:Feb 13, 2026
EPS:$0.78
|Revenue:-
Reports
All Years
Form 10-Q - Q3 2025
Period End: Sep 30, 2025|Filed: Nov 4, 2025|Revenue: $412.11M+5.0%|EPS: $0.87+11.5%MissForm 10-Q - Q2 2025
Period End: Jun 30, 2025|Filed: Aug 5, 2025|Revenue: $414.23M+2.7%|EPS: $0.89+21.9%MeetForm 10-Q - Q1 2025
Period End: Mar 31, 2025|Filed: May 6, 2025|Revenue: $392.33M+2.0%|EPS: $0.82+12.3%MeetForm 10-K - FY 2024
Period End: Dec 31, 2024|Filed: Feb 19, 2025|Revenue: $1.56B+6.9%|EPS: $2.96+33.3%BeatForm 10-Q - Q3 2024
Period End: Sep 30, 2024|Filed: Nov 5, 2024|Revenue: $392.61M+7.9%|EPS: $0.78+4.0%MeetForm 10-Q - Q2 2024
Period End: Jun 30, 2024|Filed: Aug 7, 2024|Revenue: $403.53M+7.8%|EPS: $0.73-9.9%MissForm 10-Q - Q1 2024
Period End: Mar 31, 2024|Filed: May 7, 2024|Revenue: $384.67M+4.2%|EPS: $0.73-8.8%BeatForm 10-K - FY 2023
Period End: Dec 31, 2023|Filed: Feb 22, 2024|Revenue: $1.46B+1.4%|EPS: $2.22-33.9%Beat