Stepan Co (NYSE: SCL) has reported earnings for its third fiscal quarter (ending September 30) of $1.03 versus $0.55 for the same period a year ago — an increase of 87%. For the latest four quarters through September 30, E.P.S. were $2.01 compared to $2.30 a year ago — a decline of -13%.
Recent Price Action
Stepan Co (NYSE: SCL) stock enjoyed a large increase of 2.0% on 10/30/24. The stock closed at $74.45. Moreover, this advance was accompanied by above average trading volume at 141% of normal. The stock has risen 2.9% during the last week but has been weak relative to the market over the last nine months.
Current PriceTarget Research Rating
SCL is expected to continue to be a Value Builder reflecting capital returns that are forecasted to exceed the cost of capital.
Stepan has a current Value Trend Rating of D (Negative). This rating combines consistent signals from two proprietary PTR measures of a stock’s attractiveness. Stepan has a neutral Appreciation Score of 50 and a slightly negative Power Rating of 31, and the Negative Value Trend Rating results.
Rating Review
In light of this new information we are reviewing our current Overall Rating of D. This review will be completed in the next several days.
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