Sensient Technologies Corporation
SXTBasic MaterialsNASDAQSpecialty Chemicals
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the basic materials sector, Sensient Technologies Corporation focuses on Specialty Chemicals services and products. Sensient Technologies Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets colors, flavors, and other specialty ingredients worldwide. At a $5.74B market cap, Sensient Technologies Corporation ranks as a mid-cap company within basic materials. It operates in three segments: Flavors & Extracts, Color, and Asia Pacific.
Market Cap
$5.74B
Beta
0.78
P/E (TTM)
36.34
P/E (Fwd)
27.19
EPS (TTM)
$3.71
EPS (Fwd)
$4.96
ROE
13.1%
ROA
6.8%
Cash
$31.0M
Total Debt
$763.9M
Free CF
-$2.6M
52W Change
19.1%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where SXT stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 2, 2026 close, SXT finished 23.19% above its 150-day moving average ($109.45) and 27.63% above its 200-day moving average ($105.64). 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 September 2, 2026 close, SXT's RSI(14) was 60.4, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Sensient Technologies Corporation carries $763.9M in total debt against $31.0M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 24.6x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$2.6M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. 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.
Sensient Technologies Corporation carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. 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. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing SXT.