Stepan Company
Stepan Company (SCL) is a US-based speciality chemicals manufacturer known for surfactants and polymer products used in household and industrial cleaners, agrochemicals, personal care and industrial applications. With a market capitalisation around $1.05 billion, it combines stable, recurring end-markets with exposure to commodity feedstock prices and global industrial activity. Key things for investors to note include sensitivity to raw material costs (many feedstocks are petrochemical-derived), the importance of product mix and innovation in higher-margin speciality lines, and exposure to currency and regional demand cycles. Environmental regulation and sustainability trends (biodegradability, green formulations) are shaping product development and market access. As with any stock, values can rise or fall; this is general educational information, not personalised investment advice. Consider suitability for your goals and consult a financial adviser before acting.
Stock Performance Snapshot
Analyst Rating
Analysts recommend buying Stepan Company's stock with a target price of $104, indicating significant growth potential.
Financial Health
Stepan Company is performing well with steady revenue, profit margins, and cash flow generation.
Dividend
Stepan Company's dividend yield of 3.03% is decent for investors looking for regular income. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $30.30 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
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Surfactants and Polymers
Core product lines serve cleaning, personal care and industrial markets; attractive speciality segments can lift margins, though performance varies with raw material costs.
Global Customer Base
Sales span North America and international markets, offering growth opportunities but exposing revenue to currency swings and regional cycles.
Input Cost Sensitivity
Feedstock price swings and evolving regulation can affect margins and earnings; investors should expect some cyclical variability.
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