SCL Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SCL - Stepan Co.
$63.63
-0.04 (-0.06%)
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5d:
-2.36%
30d:
+10.47%
90d:
+23.79%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: SCL is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 7.3% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: SCL is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 7.3% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$100.60
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$62.47
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 14.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SCL is currently trading at $63.63, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $59.19 to $65.33. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 17.3) compared to its historical average (14.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 7.3% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SCL is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $62.89. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: SCL scores 34/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $85.00 (+33.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SCL is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $62.89. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: SCL scores 34/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $85.00 (+33.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$59.19 -
$65.33
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
50.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (34/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 33.1% below Wall St target ($85.00)
- NEUTRAL: PE elevated vs history but 7.3% growth expectation is conservative given 102% recent growth
- WARNING: Composite score 50/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$59.19 -
$65.33
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$62.89
Resistance Level
$65.91
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.31
Wall Street Target
$85.00
(+33.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
15.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
101.6%
Profit Margin
-0.1%
Valuation Premium vs History
+7.3% premium
PE vs Historical
17.3 vs 14.0
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+7.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$68.54
(+7%)
2-Year Target
$73.55
(+15%)
3-Year Target
$78.92
(+24%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17â14)
PE COMPRESSION
$63.82
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 37.2%)
$191.16
(+199%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.3, Growth: 37.2%)
$164.89
(+158%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.0, Growth: 37.2%)
$133.34
(+109%)
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