Sensient Technologies (SXT)
NYSEMaterialsChemicals - SpecialtySnapshot 2026-09-04
$134.84-1.07%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NYSEMaterialsChemicals - SpecialtySnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · SXT
What must go right, what could break, what the price assumes, and what evidence comes next.
The current health of the standing investment case.
Recent financial performance is holding in the top half of its industry — the reason to own it looks intact.
One-year growth currently built into the price, compared with our model's estimate.
| Measure | Marker shape | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Growth built into the price | circle | 50.2% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | 14.6% |
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 35.7 percentage points more one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
For each item: what to watch, what would become a concern, and what would make it less concerning.
A reporting-risk estimate, not a forecast of the stock-price response.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 40 industry peers
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Why it matters: Better EBITDA growth means improved efficiency. This helps management reach its growth goals.
Watch forQ2 EBITDA growth reported at 8% or higher year over year.
Also watch forQ2 EBITDA growth reported below 5% year over year.
Why it matters: Strong EBITDA growth backs management's growth plan. It shows confidence in future results.
Watch forLocal currency adjusted EBITDA growth of 10% or more in Q2.
Also watch forEBITDA growth, adjusted for local currency, was less than 5% in Q2.
Why it matters: EPS guidance above $4.10 shows strong earnings potential. It also shows management's confidence.
Supportive ifQ3 diluted EPS guidance reported between $4.10 and $4.20.
Worry ifQ3 diluted EPS guidance is below $4.10.
Why it matters: EPS guidance above $4.10 shows confidence in making money. This helps investors feel secure.
Supportive ifManagement says EPS guidance is between $4.10 and $4.20.
Worry ifEPS guidance is lowered below $4.10.
Why it matters: A drop would show ongoing problems in this area. It could hurt overall performance.
Worry ifFlavors & Extracts revenue declines year over year in Q2.
Less concerning ifFlavors & Extracts revenue grows year over year in Q2.
Why it matters: Better sector performance could support Sensient's stock as it faces headwinds.
Supportive ifSector performance is getting better. It shows a positive trend for the next 30 days.
Worry ifSector performance continues to decline over the next 30 days.
Why it matters: A positive change in sector revenue growth may show a recovery in demand for Sensient's products.
Watch forSector revenue growth turns positive after being negative for three years.
Also watch forSector revenue growth stays negative for another quarter.
Why it matters: Mid-teen growth in adjusted EBITDA shows better operations and profit. It backs management's plans.
Supportive ifAdjusted EBITDA growth is reported at 15% or higher in Q3.
Worry ifAdjusted EBITDA growth is reported below 15% in Q3.
Why it matters: This guidance shows if the company can keep its growth momentum. Consistent growth is key for investor confidence.
Supportive ifManagement says Q3 revenue growth will be in the high single digits to low double digits.
Worry ifManagement cuts Q3 revenue growth guidance to below high single digits.
Why it matters: Growth over 10% shows Sensient is strong in the market. It backs management's plan for high single-digit to low double-digit growth.
Supportive ifQ3 revenue growth exceeds 10% year over year.
Worry ifQ3 revenue growth falls below 10% year over year.
Why it matters: Growth in the Color segment shows strong demand. It means the strategy is working and helps overall revenue.
Supportive ifColor segment revenue growth exceeds 20% year over year.
Worry ifColor segment revenue growth falls below 20% year over year.
Why it matters: Stable mid-teen EBITDA growth shows the company runs well. It shows good cost management and financial health.
Watch forAdjusted EBITDA growth stays around 15% to 18%.
Also watch forAdjusted EBITDA growth drops below 15%.
Historical relationships that met the evidence threshold. They do not prove cause or forecast a move.
Usually moved in the same direction.
Price observations: 365 days
Most sensitive to the broad stock market.
Based on historical daily prices through 2026-09-04.
Past price behavior in dollars on a $10,000 position. This does not measure permanent business risk.
How much price usually moves either way.
A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$108 on $10,000 · ±1.1% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $318 loss on $10,000 · 3.2% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $2,607 loss on $10,000 · 26.1% | Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year. |
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement; 1.20 means about 20% more.
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement to the sector. This is secondary context.
Latest 30 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
Latest 252 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
20-trading-day average in US dollars.
Trading days used by the source risk snapshot.
Past results, not a forecast. Not investment advice.
Use the underlying financial and sector pages to investigate the cause.
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.