SXT Sensient Technologies PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The PE ratio for Sensient Technologies stock stands at 34.92 as of Dec 20, 2024. This results from the current EPS of $2.1 and stock price of $73.34. An increase of 2.7% 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 28.31. The current 34.92 PE ratio is 23% above the historical average. Over the past ten years, SXT's PE ratio was at its highest in the Dec 2014 quarter at 39.7, with a price of $60.34 and an EPS of $1.52. 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 | 6.97 | $615.69M |
| KRO Kronos Worldwide Inc | 12.11 | $1.13B |
| EMN Eastman Chemical Co | 12.19 | $10.64B |
| SXT Sensient Technologies Corp | 34.92 | $3.11B |
| IFF International Flavors & Fragrances Inc | N/A | $21.92B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Sensient Technologies's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for SXT stock is 34.92 as of Dec 20, 2024.
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 27.67.
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 29.12.
What is the highest PE ratio for SXT?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 39.7 and it was in the Dec 2014 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for SXT compare to its historical average?
SXT's price to earnings ratio is currently 23% 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 (Dec 20, 2024), Sensient Technologies's stock price is $73.34. 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 34.92. PE RATIO(34.92) = STOCK PRICE($73.34) / TTM EPS($2.1)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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