Based on the Stepan Company stock forecast from 0 analysts, the average analyst target price for Stepan Company is not available over the next 12 months. Stepan Company’s average analyst rating is not available. Stock Target Advisor’s own stock analysis of Stepan Company is Bearish, which is based on 4 positive signals and 13 negative signals. At the last closing, Stepan Company’s stock price was USD 76.85. Stepan Company’s stock price has changed by +2.82% over the past week, +5.66% over the past month and -5.88% over the last year.
No recent analyst target price found for Stepan Company
No recent average analyst rating found for Stepan Company
Company Overview Stepan Company
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, and lubricating ingredients. Its surfactants are also used in various applications, including 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, including liquid and powdered products, which are used in CASE applications; 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. Read Less
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 off...Read More
Frequently Asked Questions About Stepan Company (SCL) Stock
Stock Target Advisor's fundamental analysis for Stepan Company's stock is Bearish.
SCL stock's dividend yield is 1.95%.
Our analysis grades SCL stock's dividend yield at F. This means that SCL stock's dividend yield is above 50% of the stocks in the Specialty Chemicals sector in the NYE exchange.
Based on this SCL may be a average dividend stock for its sector.
Unfortunately we do not have enough data on SCL's stock to indicate what its average analyst target is.
SCL stock's Price/Earning ratio is 39.53.
Our analysis grades SCL stock's Price / Earning ratio at F. This means that SCL stock's Price/Earning ratio is above 96% of the stocks in the Specialty Chemicals sector in the NYE exchange.
Based on this SCL may be a overvalued for its sector.
The last closing price of SCL's stock was USD 76.85.
The most recent market capitalization for SCL is USD 1.78B.
Unfortunately we do not have enough analyst data on SCL's stock to indicate whether its price will go up or not.
We can't find any ETFs which contains Stepan Company's stock.
As per our most recent records Stepan Company has 2,389 Employees.
Stepan Company's registered address is 1101 Skokie Boulevard, Northbrook, IL, United States, 60062.
You can get more information about it from Stepan Company's website at https://www.stepan.com.
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Stock Target Advisor's Analysis
This is a composite scorecard based on the application of evaluation criteria deemed most important by analysts. This is not a buy or sell recommendation.
What to like
Low debt
The company is less leveraged than its peers ,, and is among the top quartile, which makes it more flexible. However, do check the news and look at its sector. Sometimes this is low because the company is not growing and has no growth potential.
Low volatility
The stock’s annual returns have been stable and consistent compared to its sector peers(for a hold period of at least 12 months) and is in the top quartile. Although stability is good, also keep in mind it can limit returns.
Positive cash flow
The company had positive total cash flow in the most recent four quarters.
Positive free cash flow
The company had positive total free cash flow in the most recent four quarters.
What not to like
Poor capital utilization
The company management has delivered below median return on invested capital in the most recent 4 quarters compared to its peers.
Poor return on assets
The company management has delivered below median return on assets in the most recent 4 quarters compared to its peers.
Overpriced compared to earnings
The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to earning basis and is above the sector median.
Below median dividend returns
The company’s average income yield over the past 5 years has been low compared to its peers. However, it is not a problem if you are not looking for income.
Below median total returns
The company has under performed its peers on annual average total returns in the past 5 years.
Poor risk adjusted returns
This company is delivering below median risk adjusted returns in its peers. Even if it is outperforming on returns , the returns are unpredictable. Proceed with caution.
Low market capitalization
This is among the smaller entities in its sectors with below median market capitalization. That may make it less stable in the long run unless it has a unique technology or market which can help it grow or get acquired in future.
Overpriced on cashflow basis
The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to cash flow basis. It is priced above the median for its sectors. Proceed with caution if you are considering to buy.
Poor return on equity
The company management has delivered below median return on equity in the most recent 4 quarters compared to its peers.
Low Dividend Growth
This stock has shown below median dividend growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector.
Low Revenue Growth
This stock has shown below median revenue growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector
Low Earnings Growth
This stock has shown below median earnings growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector
Overpriced on free cash flow basis
The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to free cash flow basis. It is priced above the median for its sectors. Proceed with caution if you are considering to buy.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stepan Company (SCL) Stock
Stock Target Advisor's fundamental analysis for Stepan Company's stock is Bearish.
SCL stock's dividend yield is 1.95%.
Our analysis grades SCL stock's dividend yield at F. This means that SCL stock's dividend yield is above 50% of the stocks in the Specialty Chemicals sector in the NYE exchange.
Based on this SCL may be a average dividend stock for its sector.
Unfortunately we do not have enough data on SCL's stock to indicate what its average analyst target is.
SCL stock's Price/Earning ratio is 39.53.
Our analysis grades SCL stock's Price / Earning ratio at F. This means that SCL stock's Price/Earning ratio is above 96% of the stocks in the Specialty Chemicals sector in the NYE exchange.
Based on this SCL may be a overvalued for its sector.
The last closing price of SCL's stock was USD 76.85.
The most recent market capitalization for SCL is USD 1.78B.
Unfortunately we do not have enough analyst data on SCL's stock to indicate whether its price will go up or not.
We can't find any ETFs which contains Stepan Company's stock.
As per our most recent records Stepan Company has 2,389 Employees.
Stepan Company's registered address is 1101 Skokie Boulevard, Northbrook, IL, United States, 60062.
You can get more information about it from Stepan Company's website at https://www.stepan.com.
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