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Sasol Ltd (SSL)
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Sasol (SSL) Price & Analysis

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SSL Stock Chart & Stats

$6.52
-$0.03(-0.67%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$6.52
-$0.03(-0.67%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Improved Free Cash FlowSustained positive free cash flow reversal shows the company can convert operations into cash, reducing reliance on external financing. Over the next 2-6 months this supports deleveraging, funds targeted capex and transformation projects, and increases resilience versus cyclical revenue swings.
Stronger Liquidity And DeleveragingA meaningful liquidity buffer and falling gross debt improve financial flexibility to withstand commodity cycles and fund strategic initiatives. This durable balance sheet progress lowers refinancing risk, enables hedging and capex discipline, and supports execution of medium-term net-debt targets.
Operational Recovery At SecundaImproved reliability at a core conversion asset restores feedstock quality and throughput, lifting production predictability. Over months this enhances gross margins, reduces unplanned outages, and stabilizes supply to chemicals and fuels businesses, strengthening integrated value-chain economics.
Bears Say
Large ImpairmentsSignificant non‑cash write‑downs signal deterioration in long‑term asset economics and lower recoverable values. This reduces future earnings power and return on capital, tightens reinvestment headroom and may constrain the pace of growth or dividends until asset performance is restored.
Weak Chemicals Market StructureStructural industry headwinds—persistent overcapacity and weak demand—compress pricing and utilization for commodity chemicals. This lasting pressure undermines margin durability and makes earnings more sensitive to cyclical troughs, requiring sustained self-help and product mix shifts to restore profitability.
Deferred Gas Monetization And Project DelaysDelays in monetizing gas projects postpone a strategic feedstock and earnings driver. This deferral reduces expected future cash flows, increases project execution risk and weakens the company’s ability to pivot away from coal reliance, slowing planned structural improvements to margins and growth.

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SSL FAQ

What was Sasol Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Sasol Ltd lowest stock price was $4.77 and its highest was $14.37 in the past 12 months.
    What is Sasol Ltd’s market cap?
    Sasol Ltd’s market cap is $6.31B.
      When is Sasol Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Sasol Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 31, 2026 which is in 60 days.
        How were Sasol Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
        Sasol Ltd released its earnings results on Feb 23, 2026. The company reported $0.579 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.576 by $0.003.
          Is Sasol Ltd overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Sasol Ltd’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Sasol Ltd pay dividends?
            Sasol Ltd pays a Semiannually dividend of $0.104 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Sasol Ltd dividends here
              What is Sasol Ltd’s EPS estimate?
              Sasol Ltd’s EPS estimate is 1.53.
                How many shares outstanding does Sasol Ltd have?
                Sasol Ltd has 647,761,660 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to Sasol Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  Sasol Ltd reported an EPS of $0.579 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.576. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.343%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Sasol Ltd?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in SSL
                    What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                    Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                      Company Description

                      Sasol Ltd

                      Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, Sasol Limited functions as an integrated chemical and energy enterprise with a global footprint, organized into six primary segments: Mining, Gas, Fuels, and its Chemicals operations spanning Africa, America, and Eurasia. The company delivers a diverse range of chemical products, encompassing various monomers, ammonia, carbon compounds, chlor alkali, explosives, fertilizers, glycols, polymers, and waxes, in addition to specialty chemicals like lacquer thinners and phenolics. Its offerings also include industrial and household cleaning agents, degreasers, and a comprehensive suite of fuels such as bitumen, motor fuels, gas-to-liquid fuels, and other refined petroleum products like illuminating paraffin and synthetic kerosene. Beyond manufacturing, Sasol wholesales diesel and petrol, operates coal mines, provides engineering expertise, and actively invests in developing lower-carbon energy solutions. The company is also involved in the exploration, development, production, and distribution of natural gas through pipeline networks. Serving an extensive array of sectors, from automotive, agriculture, and aviation to healthcare, packaging, and textiles, Sasol was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in Johannesburg.

                      Sasol (SSL) Earnings & Revenues

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                      SSL Earnings Call

                      Q2 2026
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                      Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
                      The call balanced clear operational and financial progress against meaningful macro and asset-specific headwinds. Management reported tangible delivery on controllable levers (positive free cash flow, lower cash fixed costs, CapEx discipline, Secunda production improvement, successful destoning plant start-up, hedging and liquidity) and meaningful progress on the Grow & Transform agenda (renewables, offsets, SAF grant). Offsetting these positives are sizable impairments, a large reduction in EBIT driven by non-cash remeasurements, deferred gas monetization and continued weak chemical market conditions. Overall, the company is demonstrating disciplined execution and improving resilience, but significant near-term challenges and impairments temper the outlook.View all SSL earnings summaries
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