Stepan Company manufactures specialty and intermediate chemicals sold to other manufacturers for incorporation into consumer and industrial end products. The company operates across three primary business segments serving distinct markets and applications.
The Surfactants segment produces surfactants used in cleaning and disinfection products, including laundry detergents, dish soaps, carpet cleaners, and personal care items such as shampoos and body washes. This segment also supplies ingredients for fabric softeners, germicidal compounds, and industrial applications including latex systems, plastics, and composites. The Polymers segment manufactures polyurethane polyols for rigid foam insulation in construction and polyol-based coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers, along with polyester resins and phthalic anhydride for use in construction materials and automotive components. The Specialty Products segment provides flavors, emulsifiers, and solubilizers for food, beverage, nutritional supplement, and pharmaceutical manufacturers.
Incorporated in Delaware and headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois, Stepan Company operates globally and sells its products to manufacturers across multiple industries. The company was founded in 1932 and maintains a market capitalization of approximately $1.2 billion.
Fiscal years are as reported by the company and may not align with the calendar year. For example, Apple's FY 2024 ends in September 2024.
| Fiscal Year | EPS Diluted | EPS Basic | YoY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2.05 | $2.05 | -6.8% | |
| 2024 | $2.20 | $2.21 | +25.7% | |
| 2023 | $1.75 | $1.77 | -72.6% | |
| 2022 | $6.38 | $6.46 | +7.8% | |
| 2021 | $5.92 | $6.01 | +8.6% | |
| 2020 | $5.45 | $5.52 | +473.7% | |
| 2019 | $0.95 | $4.47 | -18.1% | |
| 2018 | $1.16 | $4.90 | +176.2% | |
| 2017 | $0.42 | $3.99 | +16.7% | |
| 2016 | $0.36 | $3.78 | -35.7% | |
| 2015 | $0.56 | $3.34 | +107.4% | |
| 2014 | $0.27 | $2.51 | -41.3% | |
| 2013 | $0.46 | $3.22 | -32.4% | |
| 2012 | $0.68 | $3.71 | -89.4% | |
| 2011 | $6.42 | $6.88 | — |
| Report Date | Filed | Accession Number | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-02-26 | 0001193125-26-074976 | SEC ↗ |
| 2024-12-31 | 2025-02-27 | 0000950170-25-029079 | SEC ↗ |
| 2023-12-31 | 2024-02-29 | 0000950170-24-022778 | SEC ↗ |
| 2022-12-31 | 2023-02-28 | 0000950170-23-004933 | SEC ↗ |
| 2021-12-31 | 2022-02-25 | 0001564590-22-006982 | SEC ↗ |
| 2020-12-31 | 2021-02-26 | 0001564590-21-009289 | SEC ↗ |
| 2019-12-31 | 2020-02-27 | 0001564590-20-007326 | SEC ↗ |
| 2018-12-31 | 2019-02-27 | 0001564590-19-004767 | SEC ↗ |
| 2017-12-31 | 2018-02-27 | 0001564590-18-003442 | SEC ↗ |
| 2016-12-31 | 2017-02-24 | 0001564590-17-002324 | SEC ↗ |
| 2015-12-31 | 2016-02-24 | 0001564590-16-013219 | SEC ↗ |