Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) Earnings History
Steady Earner37 years of earnings data (1989–2025) · Positive but moderate multi-year EPS trajectory
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Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) Earnings Overview
As of June 28, 2026, Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $144M, reflecting +7.5% year-over-year growth. The company earned $3.38 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 8.3%.
Looking at the long-term picture, SXT's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +4.1%, reflecting modest earnings expansion. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $157M in fiscal 2018.
Sensient Technologies Corporation maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 33.5%, operating margin of 12.8%, and net margin of 8.3%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including IFF ($839M net income, -3.4% margin), BCPC ($158M net income, 14.9% margin), AVNT ($158M net income, 2.5% margin), SXT has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare SXT vs IFF →
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SXT Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $134M | +7.9% | $207M | $3.16 | 8.3% | 12.8% |
| 2024 | $125M | +33.5% | $192M | $2.94 | 8.0% | 12.3% |
| 2023 | $93M | -33.7% | $155M | $2.21 | 6.4% | 10.6% |
| 2022 | $141M | +18.6% | $197M | $3.34 | 9.8% | 13.7% |
| 2021 | $119M | +8.5% | $170M | $2.81 | 8.6% | 12.3% |
| 2020 | $109M | +33.4% | $167M | $2.59 | 8.2% | 12.6% |
| 2019 | $82M | -47.9% | $169M | $1.94 | 6.2% | 12.8% |
| 2018 | $157M | +75.6% | $202M | $3.70 | 11.3% | 14.6% |
| 2017 | $90M | -29.0% | $216M | $2.03 | 6.6% | 15.9% |
| 2016 | $126M | +18.2% | $213M | $2.82 | 9.1% | 15.4% |
| 2015 | $107M | +45.0% | $211M | $2.31 | 7.8% | 15.3% |
| 2014 | $74M | -35.0% | $221M | $1.51 | 5.1% | 15.3% |
| 2013 | $113M | -8.6% | $204M | $2.27 | 7.7% | 13.9% |
| 2012 | $124M | +2.8% | $191M | $2.49 | 8.5% | 13.1% |
| 2011 | $120M | +12.5% | $192M | $2.41 | 8.4% | 13.4% |
| 2010 | $107M | +23.8% | $175M | $2.17 | 8.1% | 13.1% |
| 2009 | $87M | -4.7% | $147M | $1.78 | 7.2% | 12.2% |
| 2008 | $91M | +16.8% | $162M | $1.89 | 7.3% | 12.9% |
| 2007 | $78M | +17.1% | $147M | $1.65 | 6.6% | 12.4% |
| 2006 | $66M | +50.3% | $129M | $1.44 | 6.0% | 11.8% |
| 2005 | $44M | -40.2% | $112M | $0.94 | 4.3% | 10.9% |
| 2004 | $74M | -9.2% | $129M | $1.58 | 7.1% | 12.3% |
| 2003 | $81M | +0.9% | $137M | $1.73 | 8.2% | 13.9% |
| 2002 | $81M | +9.6% | $146M | $1.69 | 8.6% | 15.6% |
| 2001 | $74M | +23.5% | $121M | $1.54 | 9.0% | 14.9% |
| 2000 | $60M | -25.6% | $131M | $1.26 | 7.4% | 16.2% |
| 1999 | $80M | +10.3% | $145M | $1.61 | 8.7% | 15.8% |
| 1998 | $73M | +12.2% | $129M | $1.43 | 8.5% | 15.0% |
| 1997 | $65M | +46.4% | $107M | $1.26 | 7.8% | 13.0% |
| 1996 | $44M | -33.1% | $109M | $0.85 | 5.5% | 13.5% |
| 1995 | $66M | +29.9% | $103M | $1.27 | 8.3% | 13.0% |
| 1994 | $51M | +54.2% | $109M | $0.98 | 5.5% | 11.7% |
| 1993 | $33M | -20.9% | $106M | $0.63 | 3.7% | 11.9% |
| 1992 | $42M | -27.9% | $103M | $0.79 | 4.7% | 11.6% |
| 1991 | $58M | +17.0% | $106M | $1.09 | 6.9% | 12.7% |
| 1990 | $49M | +23.5% | $91M | $0.98 | 5.9% | 10.9% |
| 1989 | $40M | - | $77M | $0.80 | 4.8% | 9.2% |
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SXT — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SXT stock.
What is SXT earnings per share (EPS)?
SXT trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $3.38, reflecting +7.5% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +4.1%. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Sensient Technologies Corporation's net income?
Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) trailing twelve-month net income is $144M as of 2025. Earnings grew +7.5% year-over-year. Sensient Technologies Corporation has been profitable for 37 consecutive years.
Is SXT profitable?
Yes, SXT is profitable with a TTM net income of $144M and a net profit margin of +8.3%. Sensient Technologies Corporation has generated profits for 37 consecutive years.
What is SXT's earnings growth rate?
SXT compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +7.5%, 3-Year: -1.8%, 5-Year: +4.1%, 10-Year: +3.2%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2025.
What are SXT's profit margins?
Sensient Technologies Corporation net profit margin is +8.3%, operating margin is +12.8%, and gross margin is +33.5%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +11.9%.
Is SXT growing earnings?
SXT is growing earnings steadily. YoY EPS growth of +7.5% is consistent with the 5-year CAGR of +4.1%. TTM net income is $144M.
What was SXT's best earnings year?
Sensient Technologies Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $157M, achieved in fiscal year 2018. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were SXT's earnings last quarter?
SXT's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $44M with diluted EPS of $1.04. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.