(SSL) Sasol - Ratings and Ratios
Exchange: NYSE • Country: South Africa • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US8038663006
SSL: Chemicals, Fuels, Lubricants, Plastics, Fertilizers
Sasol Limited (NYSE:SSL) is a global chemical and energy company headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa. Founded in 1950, it specializes in the production of a wide range of chemical and energy products, operating across 30 countries. Sasol is a key player in the global chemicals industry, with a strong focus on innovation and sustainability. The company is known for its expertise in coal-to-liquids (CTL) and gas-to-liquids (GTL) technologies, which convert natural resources into high-value chemicals and fuels.
The companys product portfolio includes alumina-based materials for industrial applications, cobalt Fischer-Tropsch catalysts for GTL processes, carbon-based products for metallurgical applications, and graphite electrodes for the steel industry. It also manufactures mono-ethylene glycol, chlor-alkali products, and a variety of specialty chemicals for the agriculture, mining, and manufacturing sectors. Sasols offerings extend to surfactants, solvents, and additives used in personal care, pharmaceuticals, and industrial cleaning products. Additionally, the company produces alcohols, esters, ethers, and carboxylic acids for multiple industrial and consumer applications.
Beyond chemicals, Sasol is involved in the exploration, production, and marketing of natural oil and gas. It operates coal mines, trades petrochemicals, and provides engineering, R&D, and technology transfer services. Sasol also markets fuels and lubricants, further diversifying its energy portfolio. The company has a strong commitment to research and development, focusing on advanced technologies to reduce carbon emissions and improve resource efficiency.
Sasols global presence is supported by its strategic ventures and partnerships, enabling it to expand its market reach and enhance its operational capabilities. With a focus on long-term sustainability, the company is actively transitioning toward greener energy solutions and circular economy practices.
3-Month Forecast:
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Technically, if SSL fails to break above its SMA 50 (4.00), it may test lower support levels, potentially reaching 3.20 by the end of the third month. Fundamentally, the companys negative return on equity (RoE: -48.50) raises concerns about profitability, but its diversified product portfolio and strategic initiatives in sustainable energy could offset risks in the medium term. Overall, the stock is expected to remain under pressure but with potential for modest recovery if macroeconomic conditions improve.
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SSL Stock Overview
Market Cap in USD | 2,243m |
Sector | Basic Materials |
Industry | Specialty Chemicals |
GiC Sub-Industry | Diversified Chemicals |
IPO / Inception | 1982-04-26 |
SSL Stock Ratings
Growth Rating | -32.9 |
Fundamental | 25.2 |
Dividend Rating | 1.0 |
Rel. Strength | -48.6 |
Analysts | 3/5 |
Fair Price Momentum | 2.94 USD |
Fair Price DCF | 452.91 USD |
SSL Dividends
Dividend Yield 12m | 0.00% |
Yield on Cost 5y | % |
Annual Growth 5y | -100.00% |
Payout Consistency | 82.8% |
SSL Growth Ratios
Growth Correlation 3m | -84.9% |
Growth Correlation 12m | -91.4% |
Growth Correlation 5y | -33.3% |
CAGR 5y | -2.01% |
CAGR/Max DD 5y | -0.02 |
Sharpe Ratio 12m | -1.35 |
Alpha | -63.02 |
Beta | 1.165 |
Volatility | 57.39% |
Current Volume | 567.4k |
Average Volume 20d | 693k |
As of May 09, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 3.52 with a total of 567,352 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +2.03%, over one month by +20.14%, over three months by -19.63% and over the past year by -51.31%.
Neither. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Sasol is currently (May 2025) neither a good nor a bad stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 25.17 and therefor a neutral outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of SSL as of May 2025 is 2.94. This means that SSL is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -16.48%.
Sasol has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.00. Therefor, it is recommend to hold SSL.
- Strong Buy: 0
- Buy: 0
- Hold: 1
- Sell: 0
- Strong Sell: 0
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, SSL Sasol will be worth about 3.2 in May 2026. The stock is currently trading at 3.52. This means that the stock has a potential downside of -9.94%.
Issuer | Forecast | Upside |
---|---|---|
Wallstreet Target Price | 4.6 | 30.4% |
Analysts Target Price | 4.6 | 30.4% |
ValueRay Target Price | 3.2 | -9.9% |