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Stepan Company (SCL) provides specialty chemical solutions for consumer, industrial, and food applications through its global manufacturing network. This news hub offers investors and industry professionals direct access to verified corporate announcements and market developments.

Track official updates across all business segments including surfactants for cleaning products, polymer innovations for construction materials, and specialty ingredients for food processing. Our curated collection features earnings disclosures, operational expansions, sustainability initiatives, and leadership updates from this NYSE-listed chemical manufacturer.

Key resources include quarterly financial results, R&D breakthroughs in biodegradable formulations, and strategic partnerships across the supply chain. Bookmark this page for real-time access to SCL's regulatory filings, product launch details, and manufacturing capacity updates from facilities worldwide.

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Stepan (NYSE: SCL) will release third quarter 2025 results on October 29, 2025 at approximately 7:00 a.m. ET (6:00 a.m. CT). Supporting slides will be posted at about the same time on the company's Investors/Presentations page.

A conference call to discuss results will be held the same day at 9:00 a.m. ET (8:00 a.m. CT), hosted by President & CEO Luis E. Rojo and VP & CFO Ruben D. Velasquez. The call is accessible by phone (registration required) and webcast, with a replay available on the Investors/Conference Calls page.

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Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) has announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.385 per share, payable on September 15, 2025, to stockholders of record as of August 29, 2025. This represents a $0.010 increase from the previous quarter, marking the company's 57th consecutive year of dividend increases.

Stepan Company is a leading manufacturer of specialty and intermediate chemicals, specializing in surfactants for cleaning and agricultural products, and polyurethane polyols for thermal insulation and CASE industries. The company operates through a global network of production facilities across North and South America, Europe, and Asia.

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Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) reported strong Q2 2025 results with net income of $11.3 million, up 19% year-over-year. Adjusted net income increased 27% to $12.0 million, while Adjusted EBITDA grew 8% to $51.4 million.

The company saw a 7% increase in net sales to $594.7 million, driven by higher selling prices and improved product mix. Global sales volume grew 1% year-over-year, with Polymers segment showing strong 7% volume growth. However, free cash flow was negative $14.4 million due to increased working capital needs.

Notable developments include the operational status of their new alkoxylation site in Pasadena, Texas, despite $6.1 million in pre-tax earnings impact from start-up costs and environmental remediation. The company maintains a positive outlook for H2 2025, expecting continued growth in strategic markets and raw material cost recovery.

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Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings release for July 30, 2025 at approximately 7:00 a.m. ET. The company will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m. ET the same day, led by CEO Luis E. Rojo and CFO Ruben Velasquez.

Stepan is a leading manufacturer of specialty and intermediate chemicals, specializing in surfactants for cleaning and agricultural products, and polyurethane polyols for thermal insulation and CASE industries. The company operates production facilities across North and South America, Europe, and Asia.

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Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings release for July 30, 2025 at approximately 7:00 a.m. ET. The company will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m. ET the same day, led by CEO Luis E. Rojo and CFO Ruben Velasquez.

Stepan is a major manufacturer of specialty and intermediate chemicals, specializing in surfactants for cleaning and agricultural products, and polyurethane polyols for thermal insulation and CASE industries. The company operates production facilities across North and South America, Europe, and Asia.

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Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) has appointed Ruben Velasquez as its new Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective July 15, 2025. Velasquez joins from 3M Company, where he served as Vice President Global Finance Transformation, bringing over two decades of global finance leadership experience.

Velasquez succeeds Samuel Hinrichsen, who will continue as Vice President of Finance after serving as Interim CFO. The new CFO's experience includes senior finance roles at 3M and Ecopetrol, complemented by an MBA from Northwestern University and a BS in Industrial Engineering from Universidad de Los Andes.

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Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) has appointed Corning Painter as a new Director, effective immediately. Painter currently serves as CEO of Orion S.A., a global chemical manufacturer, since 2018. His extensive background includes serving as Executive Vice President for Industrial Gases at Air Products and Chemicals, where he worked from 1984. A Certified Professional Engineer with a chemical engineering degree from Carnegie Mellon University, Painter brings significant leadership and chemical industry expertise to Stepan's Board. Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of specialty and intermediate chemicals, specializing in surfactants for cleaning and agricultural solutions, and polyurethane polyols for thermal insulation and CASE industries. The company operates production facilities across North and South America, Europe, and Asia.
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Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) has announced a 25% expansion in its Alpha Olefin Sulfonates (AOS) production capacity through strategic capital investments and process improvements across its North American facilities in Millsdale, Illinois; Anaheim, California; and Winder, Georgia. AOS, a versatile surfactant used in detergents, personal care products, and industrial applications, is particularly valued for its fat-dissolving power, foam stability, and environmentally friendly properties. The expansion enhances operational efficiency, flexibility, and reliability for customers. The company continues to explore additional improvements to expand capacity, develop specialty AOS products, and enhance product quality, positioning itself to meet growing market demands for sulfate-free products in various industries including personal care, cleaning, oilfield, agriculture, and construction sectors.
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Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) has announced that its subsidiary, Stepan Philippines Quaternaries (SPQI), will sell its manufacturing assets in Bauan, Batangas, Philippines to Masurf, a subsidiary of Musim Mas Holdings. As part of the deal, SPQI will establish a tolling agreement with Masurf to maintain customer service continuity in Southeast Asia. The transaction, whose terms remain undisclosed, aligns with Stepan's strategy to focus on core growth areas. Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of specialty chemicals, particularly surfactants used in cleaning compounds and agricultural solutions, as well as polyurethane polyols for thermal insulation and CASE industries. The company operates through a global network of production facilities across North and South America, Europe, and Asia.
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Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) has announced its quarterly cash dividend of $0.385 per share, payable on June 13, 2025, to stockholders of record as of May 30, 2025. This represents a $0.010 per share increase from the previous quarter, marking the company's 57th consecutive year of dividend increases.

Stepan is a leading manufacturer of specialty and intermediate chemicals, with key operations in:

  • Surfactants for cleaning, disinfection, agricultural, and oilfield products
  • Polyurethane polyols for thermal insulation
  • CASE (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, and Elastomers) industries

The company operates through a network of modern production facilities across North and South America, Europe, and Asia. Stepan's common stock trades on the NYSE under the symbol SCL.

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FAQ

What is the current stock price of Stepan (SCL)?

The current stock price of Stepan (SCL) is $47.2 as of October 10, 2025.

What is the market cap of Stepan (SCL)?

The market cap of Stepan (SCL) is approximately 1.1B.
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