Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT)

NYSE: SXT · Real-Time Price · USD
118.20
+0.35 (0.30%)
May 8, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT - Market closed
Market Cap5.03B +48.1%
Revenue (ttm)1.66B +5.8%
Net Income144.20M +12.5%
EPS3.39 +12.3%
Shares Out 42.57M
PE Ratio34.86
Forward PE28.97
Dividend$1.64 (1.39%)
Ex-Dividend DateMay 11, 2026
Volume358,449
Open118.57
Previous Close117.85
Day's Range117.50 - 119.66
52-Week Range82.60 - 129.35
Beta0.79
AnalystsBuy
Price Target121.00 (+2.37%)
Earnings DateApr 24, 2026

About SXT

Sensient Technologies Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets colors, flavors, and other specialty ingredients worldwide. It operates in three segments: Flavors & Extracts, Color, and Asia Pacific. The Flavors & Extracts segment develops, manufactures, and supplies flavor systems for the food, beverage, and personal care industries under the Sensient Flavors and Sensient Agricultural Ingredients brands. This segment produces flavor, extract, and essential oil products; Agricultural Ingredients, such as dehydrated g... [Read more]

Sector Materials
Founded 1882
Employees 4,070
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol SXT
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Sensient Technologies's revenue was $1.61 billion, an increase of 3.52% compared to the previous year's $1.56 billion. Earnings were $134.49 million, an increase of 7.88%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 3 analysts, the average rating for SXT stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $121.0, which is an increase of 2.37% from the latest price.

Price Target
$121.0
(2.37% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Sensient price target raised to $143 from $115 at UBS

UBS raised the firm’s price target on Sensient (SXT) to $143 from $115 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.

12 days ago - TheFly

Sensient Technologies Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

Q1 2026 delivered strong growth with revenue up 7%, adjusted EBITDA up 10%, and adjusted EPS up 14% year-over-year, led by robust Color Group performance and momentum in natural color conversions. Guidance for 2026 was raised, with continued investment in capacity and supply chain resilience.

16 days ago - Transcripts

Sensient reports Q1 EPS $1.04, consensus 84c

Reports Q1 revenue $435.8M, consensus $409.71M. “Sensient (SXT) delivered strong results to start off the year. We executed on our strategy and continue to strengthen our position for the opportunitie...

16 days ago - TheFly

Sensient Technologies Corporation Reports Results for the Quarter Ended March 31, 2026

MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sensient Technologies Corporation (NYSE: SXT), a leading provider of flavors and colors for the food, pharmaceutical, and personal care markets, today reported financial re...

16 days ago - Business Wire

Sensient Declares Dividend

MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Sensient Technologies Corporation (NYSE: SXT) has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend on its common stock of $0.41 per share. The cash divi...

16 days ago - Business Wire

Sensient Announces Conference Call

MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sensient Technologies Corporation (NYSE: SXT) will hold its earnings call and webcast to discuss 2026 first quarter results at 8:30 a.m. CDT on Friday, April 24, 2026. Inve...

4 weeks ago - Business Wire

Sensient initiated with a Buy at UBS

UBS initiated coverage of Sensient (SXT) with a Buy rating and $115 price target The firm believes grocers and food producers are “on the verge of a large shift” from

5 weeks ago - TheFly

Sensient Scales Up Natural Color Production to Fuel U.S. Shift from Synthetic Dyes

Unprecedented demand for natural colors spurs significant capital investment in Sensient's Natural Color Manufacturing Capacity, including expansion of largest production site in St. Louis, Missouri S...

6 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Sensient Technologies Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025

2025 saw solid revenue and profit growth, with all segments improving margins despite Q4 disruptions. Major investments in natural color technologies are expected to drive double-digit Color Group growth and strong company-wide gains in 2026, though profit leverage will be challenged in H1.

3 months ago - Transcripts

Sensient reports Q4 adjusted EPS 72c vs. 65c last year

Reports Q4 revenue $393.4M vs. $376.4M last year. “Sensient (SXT) delivered strong results in 2025 driven by exceptional new sales wins. We executed on our strategy, delivered meaningful value to

3 months ago - TheFly

Sensient Technologies Corporation Reports Results for the Quarter Ended December 31, 2025

MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sensient Technologies Corporation (NYSE: SXT), a leading provider of flavors and colors for the food, pharmaceutical, and personal care markets, today reported financial re...

3 months ago - Business Wire

Sensient's Certasure™ Program Delivers Critical Safeguard During the U.S. Transition to Natural Food Colors

Industry-wide conversion to natural colors (exempt from certification) intensifies critical need for safety and quality protocols like those of Sensient's Certasure™ program. ST. LOUIS, Jan. 28, 2026 ...

3 months ago - PRNewsWire

Sensient Technologies Earnings Call Transcript: Q3 2025

Q3 2025 saw strong double-digit growth in adjusted EBITDA and EPS, led by the Color Group and robust new business wins, despite flat consumer markets. Full-year guidance was raised, with significant capital investments planned to support the U.S. shift to natural colors and regulatory-driven opportunities.

6 months ago - Transcripts

Sensient reports Q3 EPS 87c vs. 77c last year

Reports Q3 revenue $412.1M vs. 392.6M last year. “Sensient’s (SXT) dedication to customer service while continuing to innovate and drive new sales wins has resulted in strong results. I remain

6 months ago - TheFly

Sensient Technologies Corporation Reports Results for the Quarter Ended September 30, 2025

MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sensient Technologies Corporation (NYSE: SXT), a leading provider of flavors and colors for the food, pharmaceutical, and personal care markets, today reported financial re...

6 months ago - Business Wire

Sensient Technologies Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2025

Q2 2025 delivered strong adjusted EBITDA and EPS growth, led by Color and Asia Pacific segments, with raised guidance for EBITDA and capital expenditures to support natural color demand. Major revenue inflection is expected in 2027 as regulatory deadlines drive synthetic-to-natural color conversion.

10 months ago - Transcripts

Sensient reports Q2 EPS 88c vs. 73c last year

Reports Q2 revenue $414.2M vs. $403.5M last year. “Sensient (SXT) continued to build on a strong first quarter. Our results are a testament to our relentless focus on customer service

10 months ago - TheFly

Sensient Technologies Corporation Reports Results for the Quarter Ended June 30, 2025

MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sensient Technologies Corporation (NYSE: SXT), a leading provider of flavors and colors for the food, pharmaceutical, and personal care markets, today reported financial re...

10 months ago - Business Wire

Sensient price target raised to $125 from $93 at Baird

Baird raised the firm’s price target on Sensient (SXT) to $125 from $93 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares.

11 months ago - TheFly

Sensient initiated with a Market Perform at CJS Securities

CJS Securities analyst Lawrence Solow initiated coverage of Sensient (SXT) with a Market Perform rating and $95 price target

11 months ago - TheFly

Sensient price target raised to $93 from $85 at Baird

Baird raised the firm’s price target on Sensient (SXT) to $93 from $85 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares. Th firm said the shif tot natural colors is

1 year ago - TheFly

Sensient Technologies Stock (SXT) Surges 21% as Natural Food Coloring Demand Accelerates

Sensient Technologies Corporation ($SXT) shares jumped more than 21% this week, closing Friday at $90.99, up from $74.56 the previous week. The stock reached a 52-week high amid unusually high

1 year ago - TipRanks

Sensient Technologies Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2025

Q1 2025 saw 4% local currency revenue growth and double-digit adjusted EBITDA and EPS gains, driven by strong execution and regulatory shifts favoring natural colors. Full-year guidance is reaffirmed, with increased CapEx to support natural color demand and tariff impacts being offset by pricing.

1 year ago - Transcripts

Sensient reports Q1 EPS 81c vs. 73c last year

Reports Q1 revenue $392.3M vs. 384.7M last year. “As expected, Sensient (SXT) got off to a strong start in the Q1, building on the momentum from the previous year. Our

1 year ago - TheFly

Sensient Technologies Corporation Reports Results for the Quarter Ended March 31, 2025

MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sensient Technologies Corporation (NYSE: SXT), a leading provider of flavors and colors for the food, pharmaceutical, and personal care markets, today reported financial re...

1 year ago - Business Wire