Sensata Technologies Holding plc (ST) — Stock Score Summary

Sensata Technologies Holding plc (ST) has a MoatMap StockRank of 89/100 based on Quality (49/100), Value (48/100), and Momentum (78/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG BUY. Sensata is a leading provider of sensors for automotive and industrial applications. While it benefits from the secular trend of increased sensor content and industrial automation, its heavy exposure to the cyclical automotive sector limits its near-term upside.

Sensata Technologies Holding plc is a global industrial technology company that develops and manufactures a broad portfolio of mission-critical sensors and controls for automotive, aerospace, industrial, and heavy vehicle applications. The company holds a strong leadership position in its specialized markets due to its extensive intellectual property, deep engineering expertise, and the indispensable nature of its products for safety, efficiency, and performance. This niche focus on essential sensing solutions creates significant barriers to entry and strong customer relationships.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$49.65
Market Cap$7.3B
P/E (TTM)159.52
P/E (Forward)13.01
Price/Book2.67
Return on Equity1.7%
Return on Invested Capital4.6%
Debt/Equity99.82
Gross Margin29.5%
Operating Margin15.4%
Revenue Growth2.6%
Dividend Yield0.9%
Free Cash Flow$414M

Sensata Technologies Holding plc operates in the Scientific & Technical Instruments industry, part of the Technology sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sensata Technologies Holding plc’s (ST) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Sensata Technologies Holding plc (ST) is 89/100, with a Strong Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (49), Value (48), and Momentum (78) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Sensata Technologies Holding plc have an economic moat?
Sensata Technologies Holding plc (ST) has a Quality factor score of 49/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Sensata Technologies Holding plc a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Sensata Technologies Holding plc (ST) is Strong Buy, based on a StockRank of 89/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Sensata Technologies Holding plc in?
Sensata Technologies Holding plc (ST) operates in the Technology sector, specifically the Scientific & Technical Instruments industry (United States).