Stepan Company (SCL)

NYSE: SCL · Real-Time Price · USD
49.20
-3.46 (-6.57%)
Apr 28, 2026, 2:38 PM EDT - Market open
-6.57%
Market Cap 1.12B
Revenue (ttm) 2.34B
Net Income (ttm) -14.22M
Shares Out 22.69M
EPS (ttm) -0.62
PE Ratio n/a
Forward PE 14.28
Dividend $1.58 (3.21%)
Ex-Dividend Date Mar 2, 2026
Volume 86,340
Open 50.67
Previous Close 52.66
Day's Range 48.86 - 51.99
52-Week Range 41.82 - 68.00
Beta 1.01
Analysts Strong Buy
Price Target 75.00 (+52.44%)
Earnings Date Apr 28, 2026

About SCL

Stepan Company, together with its subsidiaries, produces and sells specialty and intermediate chemicals to other manufacturers for use in various end products in the United States, France, Poland, the United Kingdom, Brazil, Mexico, and internationally. It operates through three segments: Surfactants, Polymers, and Specialty Products. The Surfactants segment offers surfactants that are used in consumer and industrial cleaning and disinfection products, including detergents for washing clothes, dishes, carpets, and floors and walls, as well as s... [Read more]

Sector Materials
Founded 1932
Employees 2,328
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol SCL
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Stepan Company's revenue was $2.33 billion, an increase of 6.96% compared to the previous year's $2.18 billion. Earnings were $46.90 million, a decrease of -6.90%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Forecast

According to one analyst, the rating for SCL stock is "Strong Buy" and the 12-month stock price target is $75.0.

Price Target
$75.0
(52.44% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Stepan Company Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

Q1 2026 saw 4% organic net sales growth and record safety, but adjusted EBITDA fell 14% year-over-year due to surfactant headwinds and a major restructuring charge. Project Catalyst is on track, with most savings expected to ramp up in Q2.

6 hours ago - Transcripts

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

NORTHBROOK, Ill., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) today reported: The Board of Directors of Stepan Company has declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company's common stock...

7 hours ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan Reports First Quarter 2026 Results

NORTHBROOK, Ill., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: First Quarter 2026 Highlights Reported net income was a $41.4 million loss versus $19.7 million of income in...

7 hours ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan to Announce First Quarter 2026 Results on April 28, 2026

NORTHBROOK, Ill., April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) will issue its first quarter 2026 earnings results on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at approximately 7:00 a.m.

21 days ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan Company Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025

2025 saw EBITDA growth, improved leverage, and strategic asset optimization despite macro headwinds. Project Catalyst targets $100M in savings over two years, with most benefits and margin recovery expected in H2 2026. Dividend increased for the 58th year.

2 months ago - Transcripts

Top 3 Materials Stocks That May Plunge This Month

As of Feb. 23, 2026, three stocks in the materials sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.

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2 months ago - Benzinga

Stepan Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results

NORTHBROOK, Ill., Feb. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Fourth Quarter 2025 Highlights Reported net income was $5.0 million, up 49% versus the prior year.

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan Declares Quarterly Dividend

NORTHBROOK, Ill., Feb. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: The Board of Directors of Stepan Company has declared a quarterly cash dividend on the Company's common stock...

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan Company Announces $100 Million Pre-Tax Cost Out and Efficiency Plan to Support Global Operations Optimization

NORTHBROOK, Ill., Feb. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today announced Project Catalyst, a comprehensive operational and efficiency plan with the objective to deliver approximately...

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan to Announce Fourth Quarter 2025 Results on February 23, 2026

NORTHBROOK, Ill., Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) will issue its fourth quarter 2025 earnings results on Monday, February 23, 2026 at approximately 7:00 a.m.

2 months ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan Company Announces Closing of Sale of Lake Providence, LA Manufacturing Assets

NORTHBROOK, Ill., Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today announced that it has successfully closed the previously disclosed sale of its manufacturing assets located in Lake Pro...

4 months ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan Announces Agreement to Sell Lake Providence, LA Assets

NORTHBROOK, Ill. , Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE:  SCL) today announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its manufacturing assets located in Lake Providence, LA to an...

5 months ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan Company Completes Sale of Philippine Assets, Advancing Strategic Focus on Core Growth

NORTHBROOK, Ill. , Nov. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE:  SCL) today announced the successful closing, on November 14, 2025, of the sale of its subsidiary, Stepan Philippines Quaternari...

5 months ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan Company Earnings Call Transcript: Q3 2025

Q3 2025 saw 6% adjusted EBITDA growth, led by specialty products, while net income fell 54% due to higher tax and depreciation. Surfactants faced margin pressure from raw material costs, but polymers and specialty products showed volume gains. Free cash flow was strong at $40.2 million.

6 months ago - Transcripts

Stepan Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results

NORTHBROOK, Ill. , Oct. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Third Quarter 2025 Highlights Reported net income was $10.8 million, down 54% versus the prior year.

6 months ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend, Marking the 58th Consecutive Year of Increases

NORTHBROOK, Ill. , Oct. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: The Board of Directors of Stepan Company has approved an increase of $0.01 per share, or 2.6%, on the quarte...

6 months ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan to Announce Third Quarter 2025 Results on October 29, 2025

NORTHBROOK, Ill. , Oct. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) will issue its third quarter 2025 earnings results on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at approximately 7:00 a.m.

7 months ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan Company Transcript: 16th Annual Midwest Ideas Conference

The presentation highlighted strategic investments, global expansion, and a focus on high-growth markets such as agriculture and insulation. Despite recent sales declines due to raw material fluctuations, key segments returned to growth in 2024. Management remains committed to innovation, customer expansion, and shareholder returns.

8 months ago - Transcripts

Stepan Company Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2025

Q2 2025 saw 8% adjusted EBITDA growth and a 27% rise in adjusted net income, led by Polymers and Crop Productivity, despite raw material inflation and one-time costs. The Pasadena plant ramp-up and asset optimization are expected to drive further gains.

9 months ago - Transcripts

Stepan Reports Second Quarter 2025 Results

NORTHBROOK, Ill. , July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Second Quarter 2025 Highlights Reported net income was $11.3 million, up 19% versus the prior year.

9 months ago - PRNewsWire

Reminder: Stepan to Announce Second Quarter 2025 Results on July 30, 2025

NORTHBROOK, Ill. , July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) will issue its second quarter 2025 earnings results on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at approximately 7:00 a.m.

9 months ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan to Announce Second Quarter 2025 Results on July 30, 2025

NORTHBROOK, Ill. , July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) will issue its second quarter 2025 earnings results on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at approximately 7:00 a.m.

10 months ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan Announces Appointment of New Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

NORTHBROOK, Ill. , July 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) announced today the appointment of Ruben Velasquez as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Stepan, effective as of ...

10 months ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan Company Announces Appointment of New Director

NORTHBROOK, Ill. , June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) announced today the appointment of Corning Painter as a Director of Stepan, effective immediately.

11 months ago - PRNewsWire

Stepan Company Boosts Alpha Olefin Sulfonates (AOS) Production Capacity by 25% Pounds Annually

NORTHBROOK, Ill. , June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) today reported: Stepan Company a global leader in specialty and intermediate chemicals, announced a significant increase in i...

11 months ago - PRNewsWire