Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) — Stock Score Summary

Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) has a MoatMap StockRank of 78/100 based on Quality (67/100), Value (29/100), and Momentum (66/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY. Sensient is a steady producer of flavors and colors with decent switching costs, but it lacks a powerful 18-month macro tailwind to drive asymmetric earnings growth. It is a slow-growing business trading at a full valuation.

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.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$119.47
Market Cap$5.0B
P/E (TTM)33.27
P/E (Forward)23.80
Price/Book3.92
Return on Equity12.5%
Return on Invested Capital10.5%
Debt/Equity62.99
Gross Margin34.2%
Operating Margin15.3%
Revenue Growth11.1%
Dividend Yield1.4%
Free Cash Flow$-2M

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 78/100, with a Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (67), Value (29), and Momentum (66) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Sensient Technologies Corporation have an economic moat?
Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) has a Quality factor score of 67/100. 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 78/100. 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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