What is Sensient Technologies Corporation's (SXT) StockRank?

MoatMap's StockRank for Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) is 68/100, with a Buy signal. This is a composite score combining Quality (64), Value (25), and Momentum (72) factor ranks across MoatMap's 20,000+ stock universe.

Does Sensient Technologies Corporation have an economic moat?

Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) has a Quality factor score of 64/100. 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 financial characteristics of a moated business.

Is Sensient Technologies Corporation a buy, hold, or sell?

MoatMap's current signal for Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 68/100. 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 Sensient Technologies Corporation in?

Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) operates in the Basic Materials sector, specifically the Specialty Chemicals industry (United States).

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Sensient Technologies Corporation · Basic Materials · United States · $5.4B · Avg Vol: $83M/d

StockRank

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P/E (TTM)

32.4x

ROE

12.5%

D/E

0.6x

Dividend %

1.5%

Dir. Trades · 180d

−$69K →

Subst. holders: −$233.4M

Buybacks · 180d

None →

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a global manufacturer and marketer of specialized natural and synthetic ingredients, including colors, flavors, and fragrances, for the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. The company distinguishes itself through deep application expertise, advanced R&D, and a commitment to regulatory compliance, providing crucial components that enhance product appeal and functionality. It holds a leading market position as a key supplier of high-performance, tailored ingredient solutions.

FINANCIAL SUMMARY (USD)

Year	2022	2023	2024	2025	CAGR	TTM	2026E	2027E	Fwd CAGR
Revenue	1.4B	1.5B	1.6B	1.6B	3.9%	1.7B	1.8B	2.0B	10.9%
EPS	3.36	2.22	2.96	3.18	-1.8%	3.39	3.60	4.31	16.4%
Shares	41.9M	42.1M	42.2M	42.3M	+0.9%	42.6M	—	—	—
Debt	650.7M	658.5M	633.4M	709.6M	2.9%	767.8M	—	—	—
Equity	999.6M	1.1B	1.1B	1.2B	6.1%	—	—	—	—
Op CF	12.1M	169.7M	157.2M	127.8M	119.6%	123.2M	—	—	—
Inv CF	-98.4M	-87.6M	-59.2M	-92.7M	—	—	—	—	—
Fin CF	86.2M	-82.0M	-81.5M	-35.0M	—	—	—	—	—

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PRICE (1Y)+0.7%

SMA 50SMA 200

$124.93

RSI (14)

52.2

52W High

$131.04

From 52W High

1.0%

SCORE BREAKDOWN

Quality

ROIC

10.5%76.7

ROE

12.5%79.1

GP/Assets

25.2%82.7

Op. Margin

15.3%76.8

FCF/Assets

1.7%56.6

Piotroski

430.8

Int. Cover

7.0x55.1

D/E Ratio

0.63x23.6

Current Ratio

5.01x79.3

Value

P/E (TTM)

32.4x29.7

EV/EBITDA

18.3x24.5

P/FCF

140.5x10.4

P/B

3.8x23.7

P/S

2.8x35.4

Div Yield

1.5%38.3

Momentum

52W High %

95%96.8

RS 6M

23%89.4

SMA 50/200

1.16x81.2

EPS Rev 4W

-0.8%46.2

EPS Rev 12W

+3.9%76.7

EPS Improve

+39%36.2

Q Growth

28%49.8

FUNDAMENTALS

Market Cap

$5.4B

P/E (Forward)

23.3x

Gross Margin

34.2%

SECTOR PEERS

Closest peers in Basic Materials, ranked by industry match, size, and score similarity. Cross-listings of SXT are excluded.

Ticker	Company	Mkt Cap	StockRank	Signal
SXT	Sensient Technologies Corporation(you)	$5.4B	68	BUY
BCPC	Balchem Corporation	$5.2B	74	BUY
PRM	Perimeter Solutions, Inc.	$5.5B	53	HOLD
EMN	Eastman Chemical Company	$7.8B	76	BUY
HWKN	Hawkins, Inc.	$2.9B	64	HOLD
KWR	Quaker Chemical Corporation	$2.6B	66	BUY
ASH	Ashland Inc.	$3.0B	56	HOLD
WDFC	WD-40 Company	$3.1B	81	STRONG BUY
RPM	RPM International Inc.	$13.7B	73	BUY
NEU	NewMarket Corporation	$7.2B	87	STRONG BUY

Peer medians: ROE 5.1% · P/E 21.0x · Gross margin 25.1%

Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) — Stock Score Summary

Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) has a MoatMap StockRank of 68/100 based on Quality (64/100), Value (25/100), and Momentum (72/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY.

Key Financial Metrics

Price	$124.93
Market Cap	$5.4B
P/E (TTM)	32.36
P/E (Forward)	23.33
Price/Book	3.81
Return on Equity	12.5%
Return on Invested Capital	10.5%
Debt/Equity	0.63x
Gross Margin	34.2%
Operating Margin	15.3%
Revenue Growth	11.1%
Dividend Yield	1.5%
Free Cash Flow	$38M

Sensient Technologies Corporation operates in the Specialty Chemicals industry, part of the Basic Materials sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sensient Technologies Corporation’s (SXT) StockRank?: MoatMap’s StockRank for Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) is 68/100, with a Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (64), Value (25), and Momentum (72) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 20,000+ stock universe.
Does Sensient Technologies Corporation have an economic moat?: Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) has a Quality factor score of 64/100. 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 Sensient Technologies Corporation a buy, hold, or sell?: MoatMap’s current signal for Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 68/100. 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 Sensient Technologies Corporation in?: Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) operates in the Basic Materials sector, specifically the Specialty Chemicals industry (United States).