SXT
Sensient Technologies
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
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- PEG Ratio
As of Nov 11, 2026, SXT's PEG ratio of 1.42 reflects its valuation relative to its growth rate. This result reflects a P/E ratio of 29.78 measured against EPS growth of 20.9%. When benchmarked against the trailing 4-quarter average of 2.46, SXT's PEG ratio reflects a 42% decrease.
SXT PEG ratio history
Sensient Technologies's ten years historical PEG ratio averages out to 2.24. Compared to historical data, SXT's 1.42 PEG ratio represents a decrease of 37%. SXT hit its maximum PEG ratio of 15.47 during the Mar 2017 quarter over the last ten years. The Dec 2018 quarter marked the lowest reading at 0.19, indicating the most attractive growth-adjusted valuation.
Sensient Technologies PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3.99 | 29.54 | 7.4% |
| 2024 | 0.72 | 24.07 | 33.3% |
| 2023 | N/A | 29.73 | -33.9% |
| 2022 | 1.14 | 21.7 | 19.1% |
| 2021 | 3.99 | 35.48 | 8.9% |
| 2020 | 0.85 | 28.48 | 33.5% |
| 2019 | N/A | 34.07 | -47.7% |
| 2018 | 0.19 | 15.05 | 81% |
| 2017 | N/A | 35.68 | -27.8% |
| 2016 | 1.26 | 27.67 | 21.9% |
| 2015 | 0.51 | 26.96 | 53.3% |
| 2014 | N/A | 39.7 | -33.3% |
| 2013 | N/A | 21.28 | -8.8% |
| 2012 | 4.31 | 14.22 | 3.3% |
| 2011 | 1.42 | 15.66 | 11% |
Sensient Technologies PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | 1.57 | 32.76 | 20.9% |
| Jun 2026 | 2.08 | 33.14 | 15.9% |
| Mar 2026 | 2.21 | 25.42 | 11.5% |
| Dec 2025 | 3.99 | 29.54 | 7.4% |
| Sep 2025 | 0.5 | 28.44 | 57.1% |
| Jun 2025 | 0.56 | 30.69 | 55.1% |
| Mar 2025 | 0.58 | 24.4 | 41.9% |
| Dec 2024 | 0.72 | 24.07 | 33.3% |
| Sep 2024 | N/A | 38.2 | -31.1% |
| Jun 2024 | N/A | 35.84 | -34.5% |
| Mar 2024 | N/A | 32.18 | -34.3% |
| Dec 2023 | N/A | 29.73 | -33.9% |
| Sep 2023 | N/A | 19.17 | -8.1% |
| Jun 2023 | N/A | 22.51 | -3.4% |
| Mar 2023 | 2.32 | 23.41 | 10.1% |
SXT average PEG ratio chart
Measured against past performance, SXT's PEG ratio comes in under the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PEG comparison
With a PEG of 1.42, SXT ranks higher than the Basic Materials sector and the industry average.
SXT EPS growth
SXT Price vs fair value
SXT PEG vs peers
SXT carries a PEG ratio higher than that of peer stock IFF.
Frequently asked questions
What is Sensient Technologies's PEG ratio?
Based on Nov 11, 2026 data, SXT shows a PEG ratio of 1.42.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for Sensient Technologies (SXT)?
SXT's 3-year PEG ratio average comes in at 1.53.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for Sensient Technologies (SXT)?
SXT's 5-year PEG ratio average comes in at 2.06.
What is the highest PEG ratio for SXT?
In the last ten years, SXT's peak PEG ratio of 15.47 occurred in the Mar 2017 quarter.
How does the current PEG ratio for SXT compare to its historical average?
At present, SXT's PEG ratio runs 37% lower than its 10-year historical average.
How is SXT's PEG ratio calculated (Sensient Technologies PEG ratio formula)?
PEG equals PE divided by EPS growth rate (YoY TTM). As of Nov 11, 2026, Sensient Technologies carries a PE ratio of 29.78. Earnings grew at 20.9% over the TTM period ending Sep 2026. Applying the formula, this yields a PEG ratio of 1.42. PEG RATIO(1.42) = PE RATIO(29.78) / EPS GROWTH(20.9%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.