SSL
Sasol Limited · Materials · Specialty Chemicals
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$12.14
−$0.98 (−7.51%) 1:44 PM ET
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Open $12.36
Day high $12.36
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Volume 2,709,236
Avg vol 3,279,014
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$8.36B
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Sasol Limited
Sasol Limited’s ADR shows strong price appreciation over the past year, with the latest close near the top of its 52-week range and above key moving averages. Short interest as a percentage of shares outstanding is relatively low, but the elevated short volume ratio and recent news of sharp earnings pressure introduce a layer of near-term risk. Technical indicators point to upward momentum that is not yet extremely overbought while news flow and volatility metrics highlight fundamental and headline sensitivity.
AI summarized at 6:21 PM ET, 2026-02-18
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 68 SWING: 74 LONG: 55
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+46% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.46×
RSI
62.07 (Strong)
Strong (60–70)
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.00 (Weak)
MACD: 0.01 Signal: 0.01
Short-Term
-0.13 (Weak)
MACD: 0.67 Signal: 0.80
Long-Term
-0.08 (Weak)
MACD: 1.53 Signal: 1.61
Intraday trend score 66.24

Latest news

SSL 12 articles Positive: 2 Neutral: 8 Negative: 2
Neutral Benzinga • Prnewswire
SASOL FINANCING USA LLC ANNOUNCES EARLY RESULTS OF CASH TENDER OFFER FOR OUTSTANDING DEBT SECURITIES

Sasol Financing USA LLC announced early tender results for its capped tender offer to repurchase up to $333.8 million of its 8.750% notes due 2029. As of April 13, 2026, $533.3 million in principal amount was validly tendered, exceeding the cap. The company expects to accept all tendered notes up to the maximum amount and settle on April 30, 2026, funding the purchase with proceeds from a $750 million senior notes offering issued on April 10, 2026.

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Sentiment note

The tender offer represents a routine debt management and refinancing activity. While the oversubscription of the tender offer (533.3M tendered vs 333.8M cap) indicates investor interest, the overall action is a standard financial operation with no clear positive or negative implications for the company's operational performance or financial health.

Neutral Benzinga • Prnewswire
Sasol issues US dollar senior notes

Sasol Limited announced that its subsidiary Sasol Financing USA LLC has priced an offering of $750 million in US dollar-denominated senior notes due 2033 with an 8.750% coupon. The offering is expected to close on April 10, 2026, with proceeds to be used for repayment of existing indebtedness and general corporate purposes.

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Sentiment note

The company is issuing debt at an 8.750% coupon rate to refinance existing indebtedness. While debt issuance itself is neutral, the relatively high coupon rate reflects market conditions and refinancing needs. The announcement is a standard corporate financing activity with no indication of operational concerns or improvements.

Neutral Benzinga • Prnewswire
Sasol Financing USA LLC Announces the Commencement of Cash Tender Offers for Outstanding Debt Securities and New Senior Notes Offering

Sasol Financing USA LLC announced cash tender offers to purchase its outstanding 6.500% notes due 2028 and up to $750 million of 8.750% notes due 2029. The company intends to fund these purchases with proceeds from a new senior notes offering expected to close on April 10, 2026. The tender offers aim to enhance the company's debt maturity profile, with expiration dates of April 6, 2026 for the 2028 notes and April 28, 2026 for the 2029 notes.

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Sentiment note

The tender offer and debt refinancing are routine corporate financial activities aimed at optimizing the debt maturity profile. While refinancing can indicate financial management, there is no indication of distress or exceptional opportunity. The announcement is procedural in nature with no material positive or negative developments disclosed.

Negative Benzinga • Prnewswire
SHORT FORM ANNOUNCEMENT: REVIEWED FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025 AND UPDATED BUSINESS OUTLOOK

Sasol reported H1 FY26 results with flat turnover of R122.4 billion despite 3% higher sales volumes. Adjusted EBITDA declined 12% to R21.0 billion due to lower crude oil and chemicals prices, while EBIT fell 52% to R4.6 billion. However, the company achieved positive free cash flow of R0.8 billion for the first time in four years through disciplined cost management and lower capital expenditure. Net debt stood at R63.3 billion (US$3.8 billion), exceeding the dividend trigger threshold. The company revised down International Chemicals guidance and expects continued challenging operating conditions.

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Sentiment note

While the company achieved positive free cash flow for the first time in four years and showed operational improvements (10% higher Secunda production), the overall financial performance was weak with Adjusted EBITDA down 12%, EBIT down 52%, and headline earnings per share down 34%. The company also revised down International Chemicals guidance, suspended interim dividends due to high net debt levels, and faces continued macroeconomic headwinds. The positive free cash flow improvement is offset by the broader deterioration in profitability metrics.

Negative Benzinga • Prnewswire
SASOL LIMITED: TRADING STATEMENT FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

Sasol Limited reported significant earnings declines for H1 2025 driven by a 17% drop in Brent crude oil prices, 3% decrease in chemicals prices, and R7.8 billion in impairments. EPS is expected to fall 89-99% to R0.10-R0.80, while adjusted EBITDA is projected at R19-23 billion (down 4-21%). The company was partially offset by improved refining margins, 3% higher sales volumes, and cost management initiatives. Free cash flow is expected to improve despite lower earnings due to reduced capital expenditure.

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Sentiment note

Significant earnings deterioration with EPS declining 89-99%, adjusted EBITDA down 4-21%, and substantial impairments of R7.8 billion. Declines driven by lower commodity prices (17% drop in crude oil, 3% in chemicals). While some operational improvements and cost management provide partial offset, the overall financial performance is substantially weaker than prior period.

Neutral Benzinga • Prnewswire
BUSINESS PERFORMANCE METRICS FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025

Sasol reported Q2 FY26 results with fatality-free operations and progress on key initiatives. The company achieved beneficial operation of its destoning plant, improved Natref refinery performance, and secured an electricity trading license. However, challenges included lower gas supply from Mozambique, soft chemicals market conditions, and an extended outage at the Louisiana polyethylene JV. Fuel sales guidance was revised upward to 5-10% growth, while gas production guidance was revised downward due to project delays and lower demand.

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Sentiment note

Mixed results with positive operational achievements (destoning plant milestone, improved Natref performance, electricity license approval, upward fuel sales guidance revision) offset by challenges (lower gas supply, soft chemicals market, LIP JV outage, downward gas production guidance revision). The company maintains operational discipline but faces a challenging macroeconomic environment.

Positive Benzinga • Prnewswire
CHANGES TO SASOL LIMITED BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Sasol Limited announced the appointment of Rhidwaan Gasant as an independent non-executive director effective February 1, 2026. Gasant is a Chartered Accountant with over three decades of experience in financial, governance, and energy sectors, having held senior positions at KPMG, Mobil Oil, Engen Limited, and AngloGold Ashanti. The board appointment is expected to strengthen Sasol's oversight and strategic guidance.

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Sentiment note

The appointment of an experienced independent director with strong financial, governance, and energy sector credentials strengthens board oversight and demonstrates commitment to good corporate governance practices, which is generally viewed positively by investors and stakeholders.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com
South Africa Plastics and Plastic Products Manufacturing Industry Report 2025: Polymer Sales, Consumption and Demand, Capacity Utilisation, and Recycling

A comprehensive industry report on South Africa's plastics manufacturing sector reveals that Sasol and Safripol dominate polymer production, with up to 1,800 converters generating over R100bn in combined revenue in 2024. The industry faces challenges from global oversupply, feedstock insecurity, and high raw material costs, but opportunities exist in agriculture, construction, and recycled plastics. The global polymer oversupply is expected to correct by 2026-2027, with environmental regulations and increased recycled plastic adoption shaping future growth.

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Sentiment note

Sasol is identified as a dominant player meeting 80% of local polymer demand with polymer production contributing US$2bn to revenues. However, the company faces headwinds from global oversupply and feedstock insecurity, balancing its market leadership with industry-wide challenges.

Neutral Benzinga • Prnewswire
SASOL LIMITED: PRODUCTION AND SALES METRICS AND TRADING STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025

Sasol reported its annual production and sales metrics, highlighting resilience in a challenging macro environment. The company made strategic decisions in coal production, improved digital transformation, and expanded renewable energy agreements while expecting to meet most financial guidance for the fiscal year.

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Sentiment note

Mixed performance with challenges in some operations but progress on strategic priorities and expected earnings improvement

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com
Propanol Market Research and Growth Forecast 2025-2035: Emerging Markets in Asia-Pacific and Latin America Provide Lucrative Expansion Opportunities

The propanol market is expected to grow significantly due to increasing demand in paints, coatings, and personal care sectors. Asia-Pacific leads in consumption, and emerging markets in the region and Latin America offer expansion opportunities. However, the market faces challenges from raw material price volatility and stringent environmental regulations.

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Sentiment note

Sasol is mentioned as a key player in the propanol market, but the article does not provide any further details about the company's performance or strategies.

Positive Benzinga • Prnewswire
CHANGES TO SASOL LIMITED BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Sasol Limited announced changes to its board of directors, including the appointment of an independent non-executive director and the resignation of a non-executive director and chairman of the Remuneration Committee.

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Sentiment note

The article announces positive changes to Sasol Limited's board of directors, including the appointment of a new independent non-executive director and the reorganization of board committees, which suggests the company is taking steps to strengthen its governance and leadership.

Neutral Benzinga • Prnewswire
SASOL LIMITED: PRODUCTION AND SALES METRICS FOR THE NINE MONTHS ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

Sasol's production and sales metrics for the nine months ended March 2025 show continued pressure on margins due to global economic and geopolitical factors. The company is implementing self-help measures and adjusting its coal production and sourcing to mitigate the impact. Operational challenges and tariff uncertainties have also affected sales volumes across the business.

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Sentiment note

The article presents a mixed picture for Sasol, with the company facing margin pressures and operational challenges, but also implementing measures to mitigate the impact and maintain liquidity. The overall tone is neutral, as the company appears to be navigating the challenges proactively.

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