Dec 31, 2025 • Stock Titan
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Chemical maker sells Louisiana plant as it narrows its focus
Stepan Company announced the closing of the previously disclosed sale of its Lake Providence, LA manufacturing assets on December 30, 2025. This transaction is part of the company's ongoing efforts to optimize its footprint and focus on core growth opportunities, following a recent divestiture in the Philippines. The terms of the sale were not disclosed.
Dec 30, 2025 • marketscreener.com
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Stepan Company announces closing of sale of Lake Providence, LA manufacturing assets
Stepan Company has announced the closing of the sale of its manufacturing assets located in Lake Providence, Louisiana. This move follows an earlier agreement to sell these assets, as the company continues to refine its strategic focus. The Lake Providence facility's divestiture is part of Stepan's broader corporate strategy, which also includes recent sales of other non-core assets.
Dec 30, 2025 • PR Newswire
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Stepan Company Announces Closing of Sale of Lake Providence, LA Manufacturing Assets
Stepan Company has announced the successful closing of the sale of its manufacturing assets located in Lake Providence, LA. This move is part of the company's ongoing efforts toward footprint optimization and focusing on core growth opportunities, following a recent divestiture of its Philippines plant. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed, and Stepan continues its operations as a major manufacturer of specialty and intermediate chemicals.
Dec 30, 2025 • Straits Research
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Top 10 Agrochemicals Market Players 2025 | Trends, Innovations & Insights
This article outlines the top 10 players in the agrochemicals market for 2025, highlighting their history, key innovations, and strategic impact. Companies like Stepan Company, ADAMA Ltd., Croda International, Evonik Industries, Nufarm, Clariant AG, The Dow Chemical Company, Huntsman International, Bayer AG, and BASF SE are profiled for their contributions to sustainable and efficient agricultural solutions amidst evolving market demands. The agrochemicals market continues to crucial in ensuring global food supply and optimizing crop productivity through advanced, targeted solutions.
Dec 25, 2025 • Yahoo Finance UK
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Stepan (NYSE:SCL) investors are sitting on a loss of 57% if they invested five years ago
Investors in Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) who bought shares five years ago are currently facing a 57% loss on their investment, even when accounting for dividends. The company's EPS has dropped by 17% annually over this period, closely mirroring the share price decline. Despite the broader market gaining 16% in the last year, Stepan shareholders lost 28%, indicating unresolved challenges for the company.
Dec 25, 2025 • Yahoo Finance
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Stepan (NYSE:SCL) investors are sitting on a loss of 57% if they invested five years ago
Stepan Company (NYSE:SCL) investors have experienced a significant loss, with the share price down 60% over the last five years and 30% in the past year. This performance closely aligns with a 17% annual drop in earnings per share over the same five-year period. While the market generally gained, Stepan's total shareholder return, including dividends, also shows a 57% loss over five years, indicating underlying challenges.