Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) has net assets worth $1.26 Billion USD as of June 2026. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets ($2.37 Billion) and total liabilities ($1.11 Billion). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off. Check Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) strategic investment index to assess the company's strategic physical and investment asset allocation.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | $1.26 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 53.14% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 5.73% |
| 5-Year Change | 27.18% |
| 10-Year Change | 42.81% |
| Growth Volatility | 8.99 |
Sensient Technologies Corporation - Net Assets Trend (1985–2025)
This chart illustrates how Sensient Technologies Corporation's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. For live market cap and overall valuation, see market cap of Sensient Technologies Corporation.
Annual Net Assets for Sensient Technologies Corporation (1985–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Sensient Technologies Corporation from 1985 to 2025. Also explore Sensient Technologies Corporation equity growth rate to track the company's year-over-year net asset growth rate.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | $1.19 Billion | +12.49% |
| 2024-12-31 | $1.06 Billion | +0.73% |
| 2023-12-31 | $1.05 Billion | +5.37% |
| 2022-12-31 | $999.60 Million | +6.52% |
| 2021-12-31 | $938.42 Million | +0.44% |
| 2020-12-31 | $934.34 Million | +5.98% |
| 2019-12-31 | $881.59 Million | +2.52% |
| 2018-12-31 | $859.95 Million | +0.90% |
| 2017-12-31 | $852.30 Million | +1.98% |
| 2016-12-31 | $835.74 Million | -1.11% |
| 2015-12-31 | $845.13 Million | -19.28% |
| 2014-12-31 | $1.05 Billion | -15.75% |
| 2013-12-31 | $1.24 Billion | +7.69% |
| 2012-12-31 | $1.15 Billion | +9.98% |
| 2011-12-31 | $1.05 Billion | +6.65% |
| 2010-12-31 | $983.78 Million | +8.26% |
| 2009-12-31 | $908.70 Million | +11.01% |
| 2008-12-31 | $818.60 Million | +0.51% |
| 2007-12-31 | $814.42 Million | +15.67% |
| 2006-12-31 | $704.10 Million | +13.16% |
| 2005-12-31 | $622.23 Million | -5.54% |
| 2004-12-31 | $658.70 Million | +13.55% |
| 2003-12-31 | $580.12 Million | +16.17% |
| 2002-12-31 | $499.36 Million | +15.91% |
| 2001-12-31 | $430.82 Million | +3.30% |
| 2000-12-31 | $417.06 Million | -3.21% |
| 1999-12-31 | $430.90 Million | +6.24% |
| 1998-12-31 | $405.60 Million | +6.60% |
| 1997-12-31 | $380.50 Million | +8.40% |
| 1996-12-31 | $351.00 Million | -2.99% |
| 1995-12-31 | $361.80 Million | +10.51% |
| 1994-12-31 | $327.40 Million | +7.31% |
| 1993-12-31 | $305.10 Million | +0.63% |
| 1992-12-31 | $303.20 Million | +3.84% |
| 1991-12-31 | $292.00 Million | +19.97% |
| 1990-12-31 | $243.40 Million | +19.67% |
| 1989-12-31 | $203.40 Million | +14.46% |
| 1988-12-31 | $177.70 Million | -2.90% |
| 1987-12-31 | $183.00 Million | +10.77% |
| 1986-12-31 | $165.20 Million | +28.56% |
| 1985-12-31 | $128.50 Million | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Sensient Technologies Corporation's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 1824.0% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | $1.85 Billion | 154.75% |
| Common Stock | $5.40 Million | 0.45% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | $-170.25 Million | -14.26% |
| Total Equity | $1.19 Billion | 100.00% |
Sensient Technologies Corporation Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Sensient Technologies Corporation ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Mercury General Corporation
NYSE:MCY
|
$5.52 Billion |
|
Shenghe Resources Holding Co Ltd
SHG:600392
|
$5.52 Billion |
|
Huali Industrial Group Company Limited
SHE:300979
|
$5.53 Billion |
|
Shanghai Electric Power Co Ltd
SHG:600021
|
$5.53 Billion |
|
Valmet Oyj
HE:VALMT
|
$5.51 Billion |
|
GUANGDONG INV.UNSP.ADR/50
F:GUG0
|
$5.51 Billion |
|
Godrej Properties Limited
NSE:GODREJPROP
|
$5.51 Billion |
|
Youngor Group Co Ltd
SHG:600177
|
$5.51 Billion |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Sensient Technologies Corporation's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 1,060,986,000 to 1,193,514,000, a change of 132,528,000 (12.5%).
- Net income of 134,489,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 69,614,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Other comprehensive income increased equity by 56,586,000.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | $134.49 Million | +11.27% |
| Dividends Paid | $69.61 Million | -5.83% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | $56.59 Million | +4.74% |
| Other Changes | $11.07 Million | +0.93% |
| Total Change | $- | 12.49% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Sensient Technologies Corporation's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 4.63x
- The company is trading at a significant premium to its book value, suggesting the market values its earnings potential, brand, or other intangibles highly.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 47.43x to 4.63x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-12-31 | $2.73 | $129.60 | x |
| 1986-12-31 | $3.43 | $129.60 | x |
| 1987-12-31 | $3.47 | $129.60 | x |
| 1988-12-31 | $3.61 | $129.60 | x |
| 1989-12-31 | $4.07 | $129.60 | x |
| 1990-12-31 | $4.83 | $129.60 | x |
| 1991-12-31 | $5.51 | $129.60 | x |
| 1992-12-31 | $5.74 | $129.60 | x |
| 1993-12-31 | $5.82 | $129.60 | x |
| 1994-12-31 | $6.26 | $129.60 | x |
| 1995-12-31 | $6.94 | $129.60 | x |
| 1996-12-31 | $6.75 | $129.60 | x |
| 1997-12-31 | $7.41 | $129.60 | x |
| 1998-12-31 | $7.81 | $129.60 | x |
| 1999-12-31 | $8.49 | $129.60 | x |
| 2000-12-31 | $8.48 | $129.60 | x |
| 2001-12-31 | $8.99 | $129.60 | x |
| 2002-12-31 | $10.45 | $129.60 | x |
| 2003-12-31 | $12.33 | $129.60 | x |
| 2004-12-31 | $14.05 | $129.60 | x |
| 2005-12-31 | $13.22 | $129.60 | x |
| 2006-12-31 | $15.24 | $129.60 | x |
| 2007-12-31 | $17.23 | $129.60 | x |
| 2008-12-31 | $17.01 | $129.60 | x |
| 2009-12-31 | $18.68 | $129.60 | x |
| 2010-12-31 | $19.91 | $129.60 | x |
| 2011-12-31 | $21.01 | $129.60 | x |
| 2012-12-31 | $23.16 | $129.60 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | $24.89 | $129.60 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | $21.45 | $129.60 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | $18.29 | $129.60 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | $18.64 | $129.60 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | $19.36 | $129.60 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | $20.23 | $129.60 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | $20.84 | $129.60 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | $22.06 | $129.60 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | $22.21 | $129.60 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | $23.68 | $129.60 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | $24.94 | $129.60 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | $25.03 | $129.60 | x |
| 2025-12-31 | $28.02 | $129.60 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Sensient Technologies Corporation utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 11.27%
- The company shows good efficiency in utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 8.34%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.72x
- • Equity Multiplier: 1.88x
- Recent ROE (11.27%) is below the historical average (13.20%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 13.54% | 3.54% | 1.68x | 2.27x | $4.55 Million |
| 1986 | 9.32% | 2.56% | 1.51x | 2.42x | $-1.12 Million |
| 1987 | 13.55% | 3.49% | 1.81x | 2.14x | $6.50 Million |
| 1988 | 15.53% | 3.83% | 1.78x | 2.27x | $9.83 Million |
| 1989 | 19.67% | 4.78% | 1.71x | 2.40x | $19.66 Million |
| 1990 | 20.30% | 5.89% | 1.53x | 2.25x | $25.06 Million |
| 1991 | 19.79% | 6.93% | 1.28x | 2.24x | $28.60 Million |
| 1992 | 13.75% | 4.72% | 1.26x | 2.32x | $11.38 Million |
| 1993 | 10.82% | 3.70% | 1.22x | 2.39x | $2.49 Million |
| 1994 | 15.55% | 5.47% | 1.22x | 2.33x | $18.16 Million |
| 1995 | 18.27% | 8.34% | 1.02x | 2.15x | $29.92 Million |
| 1996 | 12.59% | 5.48% | 1.03x | 2.22x | $9.10 Million |
| 1997 | 17.00% | 7.84% | 0.93x | 2.33x | $26.65 Million |
| 1998 | 17.90% | 8.47% | 0.86x | 2.44x | $32.04 Million |
| 1999 | 18.59% | 8.70% | 0.81x | 2.63x | $37.01 Million |
| 2000 | 14.29% | 7.37% | 0.70x | 2.79x | $17.91 Million |
| 2001 | 17.08% | 9.01% | 0.74x | 2.56x | $30.52 Million |
| 2002 | 16.16% | 8.59% | 0.73x | 2.58x | $30.75 Million |
| 2003 | 14.04% | 8.25% | 0.68x | 2.51x | $23.42 Million |
| 2004 | 11.22% | 7.06% | 0.70x | 2.26x | $8.05 Million |
| 2005 | 7.10% | 4.32% | 0.73x | 2.25x | $-18.03 Million |
| 2006 | 9.43% | 6.05% | 0.76x | 2.07x | $-3.99 Million |
| 2007 | 9.55% | 6.57% | 0.76x | 1.92x | $-3.66 Million |
| 2008 | 11.10% | 7.25% | 0.82x | 1.86x | $9.00 Million |
| 2009 | 9.53% | 7.20% | 0.75x | 1.75x | $-4.31 Million |
| 2010 | 10.89% | 8.07% | 0.83x | 1.63x | $8.77 Million |
| 2011 | 11.48% | 8.42% | 0.86x | 1.58x | $15.56 Million |
| 2012 | 10.74% | 8.49% | 0.82x | 1.54x | $8.52 Million |
| 2013 | 9.12% | 7.72% | 0.78x | 1.51x | $-10.97 Million |
| 2014 | 7.03% | 5.09% | 0.82x | 1.69x | $-31.05 Million |
| 2015 | 12.64% | 7.76% | 0.80x | 2.03x | $22.27 Million |
| 2016 | 15.11% | 9.13% | 0.83x | 2.00x | $42.68 Million |
| 2017 | 10.51% | 6.58% | 0.79x | 2.02x | $4.37 Million |
| 2018 | 18.30% | 11.35% | 0.76x | 2.12x | $71.37 Million |
| 2019 | 9.31% | 6.20% | 0.76x | 1.97x | $-6.11 Million |
| 2020 | 11.72% | 8.22% | 0.77x | 1.86x | $16.04 Million |
| 2021 | 12.65% | 8.60% | 0.79x | 1.86x | $24.90 Million |
| 2022 | 14.09% | 9.80% | 0.73x | 1.98x | $40.93 Million |
| 2023 | 8.87% | 6.41% | 0.72x | 1.91x | $-11.94 Million |
| 2024 | 11.75% | 8.01% | 0.77x | 1.91x | $18.57 Million |
| 2025 | 11.27% | 8.34% | 0.72x | 1.88x | $15.14 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Sensient Technologies Corporation's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Specialty Chemicals industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Specialty Chemicals
- Average net assets among peers: $994,571,103
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: -6.14%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensient Technologies Corporation (SXT) | $1.26 Billion | 13.54% | 0.88x | $5.52 Billion |
| Albemarle Corp (ALB) | $505.20 Million | 30.90% | 0.68x | $13.08 Billion |
| Alto Ingredients Inc (ALTO) | $217.98 Million | 9.77% | 0.37x | $310.27 Million |
| Aemetis Inc (AMTX) | $9.59K | -100.99% | 0.13x | $145.06 Million |
| Air Products and Chemicals Inc (APD) | $1.44 Billion | 15.37% | 1.33x | $62.29 Billion |
| Ashland Global Holdings Inc (ASH) | $3.04 Billion | 10.17% | 2.31x | $3.16 Billion |
| ASP Isotopes Inc. Common Stock (ASPI) | $51.17 Million | -63.19% | 0.84x | $466.06 Million |
| Aspen Aerogels Inc (ASPN) | $488.06 Million | -9.39% | 0.44x | $407.47 Million |
| Avient Corp (AVNT) | $1.79 Billion | 12.89% | 1.79x | $3.38 Billion |
| Axalta Coating Systems Ltd (AXTA) | $2.39 Billion | 15.80% | 2.18x | $6.23 Billion |
| Balchem Corporation (BCPC) | $17.90 Million | 17.32% | 0.23x | $5.17 Billion |
About Sensient Technologies Corporation
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 Sens… Read more