Stepan Co (SCL) Earnings History
Net Loss35 years of earnings data (1991–2025) · Currently unprofitable on a TTM basis
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Stepan Co (SCL) Earnings Overview
As of October 3, 2026, Stepan Co (SCL) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$3M, reflecting -6.8% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-0.12 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 2.0%.
Looking at the long-term picture, SCL's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -17.8%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $147M in fiscal 2022.
Stepan Co is currently reporting a net loss, though operating performance should be evaluated in the context of growth investments and industry dynamics View revenue history →
Compared to peers including IOSP ($122M net income, 6.6% margin), BCPC ($164M net income, 14.9% margin), HWKN ($81M net income, 7.5% margin), SCL has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare SCL vs IOSP →
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SCL Historical Earnings Data (1991–2025)
35 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $47M | -6.9% | $69M | $2.05 | 2.0% | 3.0% |
| 2024 | $50M | +25.3% | $70M | $2.20 | 2.3% | 3.2% |
| 2023 | $40M | -72.7% | $59M | $1.75 | 1.7% | 2.5% |
| 2022 | $147M | +6.8% | $207M | $6.38 | 5.3% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | $138M | +8.7% | $171M | $5.92 | 5.9% | 7.3% |
| 2020 | $127M | +22.9% | $172M | $5.45 | 6.8% | 9.2% |
| 2019 | $103M | -8.5% | $127M | $4.42 | 5.5% | 6.8% |
| 2018 | $113M | +23.1% | $151M | $4.83 | 5.7% | 7.6% |
| 2017 | $92M | +6.3% | $155M | $4.31 | 4.8% | 8.0% |
| 2016 | $86M | +13.5% | $126M | $3.73 | 4.9% | 7.1% |
| 2015 | $76M | +33.0% | $123M | $3.32 | 4.3% | 6.9% |
| 2014 | $57M | -21.6% | $91M | $2.49 | 3.0% | 4.7% |
| 2013 | $73M | -8.3% | $109M | $3.18 | 3.9% | 5.8% |
| 2012 | $79M | +10.3% | $129M | $3.49 | 4.4% | 7.1% |
| 2011 | $72M | +10.0% | $118M | $3.21 | 3.9% | 6.4% |
| 2010 | $65M | +3.8% | $108M | $2.95 | 4.6% | 7.5% |
| 2009 | $63M | +69.6% | $105M | $2.92 | 4.9% | 8.2% |
| 2008 | $37M | +145.9% | $71M | $1.76 | 2.3% | 4.4% |
| 2007 | $15M | +126.7% | $35M | $0.75 | 1.1% | 2.6% |
| 2006 | $7M | -49.3% | $16M | $0.32 | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| 2005 | $13M | +27.5% | $25M | $0.68 | 1.2% | 2.4% |
| 2004 | $10M | +110.2% | $19M | $0.53 | 1.1% | 2.0% |
| 2003 | $5M | -75.6% | $10M | $0.23 | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| 2002 | $20M | +25.2% | $34M | $1.02 | 2.7% | 4.5% |
| 2001 | $16M | +7.1% | $31M | $0.83 | 2.3% | 4.3% |
| 2000 | $15M | -32.1% | $32M | $0.77 | 2.1% | 4.6% |
| 1999 | $22M | -6.0% | $42M | $1.11 | 3.3% | 6.3% |
| 1998 | $24M | +15.2% | $45M | $1.11 | 3.8% | 7.4% |
| 1997 | $20M | +6.8% | $44M | $0.93 | 3.5% | 7.6% |
| 1996 | $19M | +18.6% | $40M | $0.86 | 3.6% | 7.5% |
| 1995 | $16M | +16.7% | $33M | $0.73 | 3.0% | 6.2% |
| 1994 | $14M | +27.8% | $30M | $0.63 | 3.1% | 6.7% |
| 1993 | $11M | -31.6% | $27M | $0.48 | 2.5% | 6.2% |
| 1992 | $16M | +26.4% | $31M | $0.72 | 3.6% | 7.0% |
| 1991 | $13M | - | $25M | $0.57 | 3.0% | 6.1% |
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SCL — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SCL stock.
What is SCL earnings per share (EPS)?
SCL trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $-0.12, reflecting -6.8% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is -17.8%. Complete EPS history from 1991 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Stepan Co's net income?
Stepan Co (SCL) trailing twelve-month net income is $-3M as of 2025. Earnings declined -6.8% year-over-year. Stepan Co has been profitable for 35 consecutive years.
Is SCL profitable?
SCL is not currently profitable on a TTM basis, reporting a net loss of $-3M. Net margin is +2.0%. Investors should monitor for a return to profitability.
What is SCL's earnings growth rate?
SCL compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -6.8%, 3-Year: -31.5%, 5-Year: -17.8%, 10-Year: -4.7%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1991 to 2025.
What are SCL's profit margins?
Stepan Co net profit margin is +2.0%, operating margin is +3.0%, and gross margin is +11.6%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is +3.9%.
Is SCL growing earnings?
SCL earnings are declining — EPS fell -6.8% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $-3M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of -17.8%.
What was SCL's best earnings year?
Stepan Co's highest annual net income on record is $147M, achieved in fiscal year 2022. Earnings history on this page spans 1991 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were SCL's earnings last quarter?
SCL's most recent reported quarter was Q2 2026. Net income was $23M with diluted EPS of $1.00. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.