SXT Sensient Technologies PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The PE ratio for Sensient Technologies stock stands at 35.86 as of Jan 21, 2025. This results from the current EPS of $2.1 and stock price of $75.31. An increase of 6% has been seen in the P/E ratio compared to the average of 34.0 of the last 4 quarters.
SXT PE ratio history
Over the last ten years, the average PE ratio of Sensient Technologies has been 28.02. The current 35.86 PE ratio is 28% above the historical average. Over the past ten years, SXT's PE ratio was at its highest in the Sep 2024 quarter at 38.2, with a price of $80.22 and an EPS of $2.1. The Dec 2018 quarter recorded the bottom point at 15.05, with a price of $55.85 and an EPS of $3.71.
Sensient Technologies PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 126.38% in 2019
Maximum annual decrease: -57.82% in 2018
| Year | PE ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 29.73 | 37% |
| 2022 | 21.7 | -38.84% |
| 2021 | 35.48 | 24.58% |
| 2020 | 28.48 | -16.41% |
| 2019 | 34.07 | 126.38% |
| 2018 | 15.05 | -57.82% |
| 2017 | 35.68 | 28.95% |
| 2016 | 27.67 | 2.63% |
| 2015 | 26.96 | -32.09% |
| 2014 | 39.7 | 86.56% |
SXT average PE ratio chart
Currently, SXT's PE ratio is greater than its 3, 5 and 10-year historical averages.
SXT PE vs peers
SXT's PE ratio is higher than its peer stocks EMN and KRO.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| VHI Valhi Inc | 7.5 | $662.1M |
| KRO Kronos Worldwide Inc | 12.04 | $1.12B |
| EMN Eastman Chemical Co | 12.53 | $10.94B |
| SXT Sensient Technologies Corp | 35.82 | $3.19B |
| IFF International Flavors & Fragrances Inc | N/A | $21.88B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Sensient Technologies's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for SXT stock is 35.86 as of Jan 21, 2025.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Sensient Technologies (SXT)?
As an average over the last 3 years, SXT stock has a PE ratio of 26.96.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Sensient Technologies (SXT)?
As an average over the last 5 years, SXT stock has a PE ratio of 28.85.
What is the highest PE ratio for SXT?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 38.2 and it was in the Sep 2024 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for SXT compare to its historical average?
SXT's price to earnings ratio is currently 28% above its 10-year historical average.
How is SXT's PE ratio calculated (Sensient Technologies PE ratio formula)?
To determine the PE ratio, divide the most recent stock price by the TTM earnings per share (EPS). As of today (Jan 21, 2025), Sensient Technologies's stock price is $75.31. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Sep 2024 is $2.1. Therefore, Sensient Technologies's P/E ratio for today is 35.86. PE RATIO(35.86) = STOCK PRICE($75.31) / TTM EPS($2.1)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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