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Minerals Technologies

Minerals Technologies Inc mines, produces, and sells mineral-based products. The firm organizes itself into two segments: The Consumer & Specialties segment that derives maximum revenue, serves consumer end markets directly with mineral-to-market finished products and also provides specialty mineral-based solutions and technologies that are an essential component of its customers' finished products. The Engineered Solutions segment serves industrial end markets with engineered systems, mineral blends, and technologies that are designed to improve its customers' manufacturing processes and projects. The majority of revenue comes from the United States.

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Truist Securities analyst Peter Osterland maintains Minerals Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTX#NYSE">MTX</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $80 to $84.

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Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Minerals Technologies, Raises Price Target to $84

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Minerals Technologies shares are trading higher after the company reported a Q2 adjusted EPS beat.

Minerals Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTX#NYSE">MTX</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.55 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.41 by 10.16 percent. This is a 6.06 percent decrease over earnings of $1.65 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $528.900 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $529.133 million by 0.04 percent. This is a 2.27 percent decrease over sales of $541.200 million the same period last year.

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Minerals Technologies Q2 Adj. EPS $1.55 Beats $1.41 Estimate, Sales $528.900M Miss $529.133M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For July 24, 2025

Minerals Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTX#NYSE">MTX</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2025-07-24. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect Minerals Technologies to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.42.
Minerals Technologies bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
<h3>Overview of Past Earnings</h3>
The company's EPS missed by $0.04 in the last quarter, leading to a 9.9% drop in the share price on the following day.
Here's a look at Minerals Technologies's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Q1 2025</th>
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<th>Q3 2024</th>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.18</td>
<td>1.39</td>
<td>1.50</td>
<td>1.60</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.14</td>
<td>1.50</td>
<td>1.51</td>
<td>1.65</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-10.0%</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
<td>-9.0%</td>
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<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1753304509_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Tracking Minerals Technologies's Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Minerals Technologies were trading at $59.94 as of July 22. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 31.88%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analysts' Take on Minerals Technologies</h3>
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Minerals Technologies.
A total of 1 analyst ratings have been received for Minerals Technologies, with the consensus rating being Buy. The average one-year price target stands at $80.0, suggesting a potential 33.47% upside.
<h3>Comparing Ratings with Peers</h3>
The below comparison of the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Ingevity, Quaker Houghton and Ashland, three prominent players in the industry, gives insights for their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
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<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Ingevity, with an average 1-year price target of $43.0, suggesting a potential 28.26% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Quaker Houghton, with an average 1-year price target of $146.0, suggesting a potential 143.58% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Ashland, with an average 1-year price target of $71.33, suggesting a potential 19.0% upside.</li>
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<h3>Analysis Summary for Peers</h3>
The peer analysis summary presents essential metrics for Ingevity, Quaker Houghton and Ashland, unveiling their respective standings within the industry and providing valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<td>Minerals Technologies</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>-7.99%</td>
<td>$119.60M</td>
<td>-8.61%</td>
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<td>Ingevity</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-16.50%</td>
<td>$113.40M</td>
<td>9.54%</td>
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<td>Quaker Houghton</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>-5.71%</td>
<td>$161.26M</td>
<td>0.94%</td>
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<td>Ashland</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>-16.70%</td>
<td>$147M</td>
<td>1.20%</td>
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Key Takeaway:
Minerals Technologies ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth among its peers. It is also at the bottom for Gross Profit. However, it is at the top for Return on Equity. Overall, Minerals Technologies is positioned in the middle compared to its peers based on the provided metrics.
<h3>Discovering Minerals Technologies: A Closer Look</h3>
Minerals Technologies Inc mines, produces, and sells mineral-based products. The firm organizes itself into two segments: The Consumer &amp; Specialties segment that derives maximum revenue, serves consumer end markets directly with mineral-to-market finished products and also provides specialty mineral-based solutions and technologies that are an essential component of its customers' finished products. The Engineered Solutions segment serves industrial end markets with engineered systems, mineral blends, and technologies that are designed to improve its customers' manufacturing processes and projects. The majority of revenue comes from the United States.
<h3>Key Indicators: Minerals Technologies's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Minerals Technologies faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -7.99% in revenue growth as of 31 March, 2025. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Materials sector.
Net Margin: Minerals Technologies's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -29.28%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Minerals Technologies's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of -8.61%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Minerals Technologies's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -4.24%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.62, Minerals Technologies adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MTX/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Minerals Technologies visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Earnings Outlook For Minerals Technologies

Truist Securities analyst Peter Osterland maintains Minerals Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTX#NYSE">MTX</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $92 to $80.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Minerals Technologies, Lowers Price Target to $80

Minerals Technologies shares are trading lower after the company reported worse-than-expected Q1 financial results.

Minerals Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTX#NYSE">MTX</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.14 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $1.19 by 4.2 percent. This is a 23.49 percent decrease over earnings of $1.49 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $492.00 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $492.75 million by 0.15 percent. This is a 7.95 percent decrease over sales of $534.50 million the same period last year.

Minerals Technologies Q1 Adj. EPS $1.14 Misses $1.19 Estimate, Sales $492.00M Miss $492.75M Estimate

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Seaport Global analyst Michael Harrison maintains Minerals Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTX#NYSE">MTX</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $92 to $80.

Seaport Global Maintains Buy on Minerals Technologies, Lowers Price Target to $80

U.S. stock futures fell on Monday, following a holiday-shortened week that ended with a mixed performance on Thursday. Major benchmark indices were trading lower in the premarket session.
Chinese Ministry of Commerce <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44891949/chinese-commerce-ministry-pledges-retaliation-against-countries-isolating-beijing-with-us-at-the-expense-of-china">warned its trading partners</a> of retaliation in case of Beijing&#8217;s isolation by the U.S. "It should be pointed out in particular that China firmly opposes any party reaching a deal at the expense of China's interests," said the Ministry spokesperson, according to a translated version of the statement.
If the trading partners try to isolate Beijing, "China will never accept it and will resolutely take countermeasures in a reciprocal manner."
Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.36% while the two-year bond was at 3.75%. The CME Group's FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool</a>&#8216;s projections show markets pricing an 89% likelihood of the Federal Reserve keeping the current interest rates unchanged in its May meeting.
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The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, fell in premarket on Monday. The SPY was down 1.07% to $520.79, while the QQQ declined 1.17% to $438.87, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
Cues From Last Session:
While several S&amp;P 500 sectors posted gains on Thursday, led by energy, consumer staples, and real estate, the broader U.S. market mostly closed lower.
The Dow Jones marked its third consecutive day of losses. All major indices finished the shortened week in the red, pressured by steep declines in technology and health care.
The downturn was largely influenced by declines in information technology stocks like Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), down around 3%, and health care stocks like UnitedHealth Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>), which plummeted over 22% after <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care/25/04/44869920/unitedhealth-ceo-says-high-cost-of-us-health-care-simply-not-sustainable">disappointing earnings</a> and guidance.
Meanwhile, Eli Lilly And Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>) soared over 14% on positive weight-loss drug trial data.
Economic data from Thursday showed a decline in housing starts, a drop in jobless claims, and a sharp contraction in the Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index.
By Thursday&#8217;s market close, the S&amp;P 500 had fallen 14.1% from its record high of 6,147.43. The Dow Jones was down 13.15% from its 52-week peak, and the Nasdaq 100 had dropped 17.84% from its high.
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Insights From Analysts:
According to the data shared by Ryan Detrick from Carson Research, &#8220;the best and worst days tend to occur near the same time.&#8221;
He cautioned the investors with a graph of best and worst days and said, &#8220;So once again, if you sell after the worst days, odds are the best days are right around the corner.&#8221;
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&mdash; Ryan Detrick, CMT (@RyanDetrick) <a href="https://twitter.com/RyanDetrick/status/1914151166998462480?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 21, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Detrick also highlighted that after recent corrections, the S&amp;P 500&#8217;s advance/decline line has held in surprisingly well. He highlighted that the ratio was well above its January lows.
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&mdash; Ryan Detrick, CMT (@RyanDetrick) <a href="https://twitter.com/RyanDetrick/status/1914147677635326079?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 21, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Meanwhile, Katusa Research underscored in an X post that the market is &#8220;approaching bubble territory,&#8221; as the S&amp;P 500 Shiller CAPE ratio, or the cyclically adjusted price-to-earnings ratio, was nearly twice its historical average of 17.58.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Shiller CAPE: Approaching Bubble Territory The Cyclically Adjusted Price-to-Earnings ratio (made by Robert Shiller) smooths out short-term earnings fluctuations By using 10 years of inflation-adjusted earnings. The current CAPE ratio stands at 34.97, more than double its… <a href="https://t.co/qgmkFxkP09">pic.twitter.com/qgmkFxkP09</a>
&mdash; Katusa Research (@KatusaResearch) <a href="https://twitter.com/KatusaResearch/status/1912948966070894869?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 17, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/04/44892375/dean-of-valuation-aswath-damodaran-warns-buying-the-dip-akin-to-catching-a-falling-">&#8216;Dean Of Valuation,&#8217; Aswath Damodaran</a>, also cautioned investors against the simplistic interpretation of "buying the dip" in his latest blog post.
Damodaran warned that &#8220;buying the dip&#8221; can be like &#8220;catching a falling knife,&#8221; as an initial decline might precede a much steeper and prolonged sell-off. Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, Damodaran outlines several distinct paths for contrarian investors:
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<li>The Value Contrarian: This investor seeks out fundamentally undervalued companies that have been unfairly punished by the market. Their focus is on intrinsic value, patiently waiting for the market to recognize the discrepancy between price and worth. Buying the dip for a value contrarian involves identifying fundamentally sound companies whose temporary price decline offers an even more attractive entry point.</li>
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<li>The Sentiment Contrarian: This investor bets against prevailing market sentiment, often buying when fear and pessimism are rampant. They believe that markets tend to overreact, creating opportunities to profit from the eventual correction. For this type, buying the dip is about capitalizing on widespread panic, assuming the underlying fundamentals are not severely compromised.</li>
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<li>The Catalyst-Driven Contrarian: This investor looks for companies facing temporary setbacks or negative news that they believe will eventually be resolved. They buy in anticipation of a specific catalyst that will trigger a positive re-evaluation by the market. Buying the dip here is a calculated bet on a turnaround or the dissipation of current concerns.</li>
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Upcoming Economic Data
Here&#8217;s what investors will keep an eye on this week:
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<li>On Monday, March&#8217;s data on the U.S. leading economic indicators will be released by 10:00 a.m. ET.</li>
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<li>On Tuesday, Philadelphia Fed President Patrick Harker will speak at 9:30 a.m., Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari will speak at 2:00 p.m., and Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin will speak at 2:30 p.m. ET.</li>
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<li>On Wednesday, Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee will speak at 9:00 a.m., whereas St. Louis Fed President Alberton Musalem and Fed Governor Christopher Waller speak after that at 9:30 a.m. ET.</li>
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<li>April&#8217;s S&amp;P flash U.S. services and manufacturing PMI will be announced by 9:45 a.m., and new home sales data for March will be out by 10:00 a.m. ET.</li>
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<li>Fed Beige Book will be out by 2:00 p.m., and Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack will speak at 6:30 p.m. ET.</li>
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<li>Minerals Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTX#NYSE">MTX</a>) issued preliminary results for the first quarter, expecting revenue of $492 million for the quarter. Minerals Technologies shares fell 1.8% to $55.71 in the after-hours trading session.</li>
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Minerals Technologies Preliminary Q1 Results; Expects $492M Sales Results

During the last three months, 4 analysts shared their evaluations of Minerals Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTX#NYSE">MTX</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Minerals Technologies, revealing an average target of $97.0, a high estimate of $103.00, and a low estimate of $92.00. Highlighting a 3.32% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $100.33. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744639238_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
A clear picture of Minerals Technologies's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Peter Osterland &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $92.00&#x7C;$101.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Harrison &#x7C;Seaport Global &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $92.00&#x7C;$97.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Peter Osterland &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $101.00&#x7C;$103.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Peter Osterland &#x7C;Truist Securities &#x7C;Announces &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $103.00&#x7C;- &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Minerals Technologies. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Minerals Technologies compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Minerals Technologies's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Minerals Technologies's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Minerals Technologies</h2>
Minerals Technologies Inc mines, produces, and sells mineral-based products. The firm organizes itself into two segments: The Consumer &amp; Specialties segment that derives maximum revenue, serves consumer end markets directly with mineral-to-market finished products and also provides specialty mineral-based solutions and technologies that are an essential component of our customers' finished products. The Engineered Solutions segment serves industrial end markets with engineered systems, mineral blends, and technologies that are designed to improve our customers' manufacturing processes and projects. The majority of revenue comes from the United States.
<h3>Financial Insights: Minerals Technologies</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3M period, Minerals Technologies faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -1.22% in revenue growth as of 31 December, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Materials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Minerals Technologies's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 10.42%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Minerals Technologies's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 3.13%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Minerals Technologies's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.59%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Minerals Technologies's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.56, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Deep Dive Into Minerals Technologies Stock: Analyst Perspectives (4 Ratings)

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Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Minerals Technologies, Lowers Price Target to $92

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<li>RSI Value: 25</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Minerals Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTX#NYSE">MTX</a>)</h3>
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<li>On March 5, Seaport Global analyst Michael Harrison maintained Minerals Technologies with a Buy rating and lowered the price target from $97 to $92. The company's stock fell around 7% over the past month and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MTX">has a 52-week low </a> of $62.80.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 27</li>
<li>MTX Price Action: Shares of Minerals Technologies fell 2% to close at $63.61 on Friday.</li>
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<li>RSI Value: 28.9</li>
<li>SCL Price Action: Shares of Stepan fell 3.3% to close at $55.33 on Friday.</li>
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