Sensient Technologies Corporation
SXTBasic MaterialsNASDAQSpecialty Chemicals
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Daily timeframePart of the basic materials sector, Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) is listed under Specialty Chemicals. With a market capitalization of $5.65B, it sits in mid-cap territory. It operates in three segments: Flavors & Extracts, Color, and Asia Pacific.
Market Cap
$5.65B
Beta
0.83
P/E (TTM)
35.28
P/E (Fwd)
26.56
EPS (TTM)
$3.76
EPS (Fwd)
$4.99
ROE
13.1%
ROA
6.8%
Cash
$31.0M
Total Debt
$763.9M
Free CF
-$2.6M
52W Change
37.1%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where SXT stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 9, 2026 close, SXT finished 14.24% above its 150-day moving average ($115.57) and 19.55% above its 200-day moving average ($110.44). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is SXT overbought or oversold?
At the October 9, 2026 close, SXT's RSI(14) was 58.1, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
On the balance sheet, SXT has $31.0M in cash with $763.9M in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow is running at -$2.6M, which bears watching. Negative free cash flow can be acceptable during heavy investment periods but needs to improve over time. ROE of 13.1% points to decent capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. An ROA of 6.8% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $1.44B to $1.61B.
The debt-to-cash ratio suggests meaningful leverage on the balance sheet, a factor worth monitoring if credit conditions tighten. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence Sensient Technologies Corporation's trajectory.