Values as of: 2024-09-26
COMMON STOCK | Specialty Chemicals |
Last Closing
USD 77.78Change
+1.87 (+2.46)%Market Cap
USD 1.74BVolume
0.09MAnalyst Target
USD 123.50Verdict
Verdict
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.
Company Website : https://www.stepan.com
Currency: USD
Country : USA
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| EUDIV:PA | Lyxor S&P Eurozone ESG Di.. | 4.03 % | 0.00 % |
+0.86 (+0.44%) |
N/A |
| EDIV:LSE | Lyxor S&P Eurozone ESG Di.. | 3.88 % | 0.00 % |
+0.04 (+0.44%) |
USD 0.13B |
| FEUZ | First Trust Eurozone Alph.. | 1.27 % | 0.80 % |
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| FEUZ:LSE | First Trust Eurozone Alph.. | 1.24 % | 0.00 % |
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USD 0.06B |
| FEUD:LSE | First Trust Eurozone Alph.. | 1.24 % | 0.00 % |
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| FTGE:XETRA | First Trust Eurozone Alph.. | 1.23 % | 0.00 % |
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| Market Performance vs. Industry/Classification (Specialty Chemicals) | Market Performance vs. Exchange | ||||||
| Value | Sector Median | Percentile Rank | Grade | Market Median | Percentile Rank | Grade | |
| YTD | |||||||
| Capital Gain | -17.74% | 26% | F | 10% | F | ||
| Dividend Return | 0.79% | 28% | F | 16% | F | ||
| Total Return | -16.94% | 26% | F | 10% | F | ||
| Trailing 12 Months | |||||||
| Capital Gain | 4.29% | 41% | F | 25% | F | ||
| Dividend Return | 1.51% | 39% | F | 22% | F | ||
| Total Return | 5.80% | 36% | F | 23% | F | ||
| Trailing 5 Years | |||||||
| Capital Gain | -18.91% | 19% | F | 23% | F | ||
| Dividend Return | 6.51% | 23% | F | 21% | F | ||
| Total Return | -12.40% | 16% | F | 17% | F | ||
| Average Annual (5 Year Horizon) | |||||||
| Capital Gain | -2.34% | 27% | F | 26% | F | ||
| Dividend Return | -1.12% | 23% | F | 19% | F | ||
| Total Return | 1.23% | 37% | F | 28% | F | ||
| Risk Return Profile | |||||||
| Volatility (Standard Deviation) | 19.21% | 84% | B | 53% | F | ||
| Risk Adjusted Return | -5.81% | 20% | F | 21% | F | ||
| Market Capitalization | 1.74B | 50% | F | 65% | D | ||
| Target Price Action | Rating Action | Analyst | Rating | Price | Date |
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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.
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.
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.
The company had positive total cash flow in the most recent four quarters.
The company had positive total free cash flow in the most recent four quarters.
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.
The company management has delivered below median return on assets in the most recent 4 quarters compared to its peers.
The company management has delivered below median return on invested capital in the most recent 4 quarters compared to its peers.
The company management has delivered below median return on equity in the most recent 4 quarters compared to its peers.
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.
The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to earning basis and is above the sector median.
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.
The company has under performed its peers on annual average total returns in the past 5 years.
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.
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.
This stock has shown below median earnings growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector
This stock has shown below median revenue growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector
This stock has shown below median dividend growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector.
