Sensient Technologies Corporation (NYSE:SXT) recently reported first quarter 2012 earnings of 58 cents per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny and surging 9.4% from the year-ago level of 53 cents. The better-than-expected results were attributable to top-line growth.
Total revenue perked up 4.6% year over year to $365.7 million during the quarter. In local currency revenue climbed 6.3%.
Quarter Highlights
During the quarter, sales of the Color Group segment increased 4.5% year … [visit site to read more] or compare Credit Card Rewards and Best Credit Cards