Stepan Company (SCL)

Currency in USD
49.86
-0.91(-1.79%)
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49.86+0.04(+0.08%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
49.5250.92
52 wk Range
44.2382.08
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
50.77
Open
50.16
Day's Range
49.52-50.92
52 wk Range
44.23-82.08
Volume
168.49K
Average Volume (3m)
111.74K
1-Year Change
-37.79%
Book Value / Share
55
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Price Target
0.00
Downside
-100.00%
Members' Sentiments
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Has raised its dividend for 54 consecutive years

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
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Strong Buy
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Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Stepan Company Company Profile

Stepan Company, together with its subsidiaries, produces and sells specialty and intermediate chemicals to other manufacturers for use in various end products worldwide. It operates through three segments: Surfactants, Polymers, and Specialty Products. The Surfactants segment offers surfactants that are used in consumer and industrial cleaning and disinfection products, including detergents for washing clothes, dishes, carpets, and floors and walls, as well as shampoos and body washes; and other applications, such as fabric softeners, germicidal quaternary compounds, disinfectants, lubricating ingredients; emulsifiers for spreading agricultural products; and industrial applications comprising latex systems, plastics, and composites. The Polymers segment provides polyurethane polyols that are used in the manufacture of rigid foam for thermal insulation in the construction industry, as well as a base raw material for coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers (CASE); polyester resins used in coating applications; specialty polyols, such as CASE and powdered polyester resins; and phthalic anhydride that is used in unsaturated polyester resins, alkyd resins, and plasticizers for applications in construction materials, as well as components of automotive, boating, and other consumer products. The Specialty Products segment offers flavors, emulsifiers, and solubilizers for use in food, flavoring, nutritional supplement, and pharmaceutical applications. Stepan Company was founded in 1932 and is headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois.

Industry
Chemicals
Employees
2396

Stepan Company Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2025

  • Q2 2025 EPS of $0.52 missed $0.90 forecast; revenue of $594.69M slightly below expectations; shares dropped 8.8% to $55.24
  • Adjusted net income up 27% YoY to $12M; adjusted EBITDA rose 8% to $51.4M despite challenging macroeconomic environment
  • Company expects full-year growth in adjusted EBITDA and net income; aims for positive free cash flow in 2025
  • Strategic initiatives include expanding product lines and optimizing assets to counteract raw material cost inflation
  • CEO Luis Rojo emphasized gradual margin recovery and optimism for full-year growth despite market uncertainties
Last Updated: 30/07/2025, 15:52
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P/E Ratio
19.4x14.6x2.4x
PEG Ratio
0.290.090.00
Price/Book
0.9x1.0x1.6x
Price / LTM Sales
0.5x0.5x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
70.5%27.3%22.6%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

0 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
1 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

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Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 2.54%
Dividend Yield
3.09%
Industry Median 2.35%
Annualised payout
1.54
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+7.21%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Jul 30, 2025
EPS / Forecast
0.52 / 0.90
Revenue / Forecast
594.69M / 598.25M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

SCL Income Statement

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FAQ

What Stock Exchange Does Stepan Trade On?

Stepan is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Stepan?

The stock symbol for Stepan is "SCL."

What Is the Stepan Market Cap?

As of today, Stepan market cap is 1.13B.

What Is Stepan's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Stepan EPS (TTM) is 2.54.

When Is the Next Stepan Earnings Date?

Stepan will release its next earnings report on 14 Oct 2025.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is SCL a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Stepan Stock Split?

Stepan has split 6 times.

How Many Employees Does Stepan Have?

Stepan has 2396 employees.

What is the current trading status of Stepan (SCL)?

As of 02 Aug 2025, Stepan (SCL) is trading at a price of 49.86, with a previous close of 50.77. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 49.52 to 50.92, while its 52-week range spans from 44.23 to 82.08.
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