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Valhi(NYSE) VHI

Market Cap$512.05MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1987)+442%
5 Year-16%
1 Year+17%
1 Month+35%
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33/100
$18.24
+0.89%
+0.16Today
After hours$18.15-$0.09 (-0.49%)
Valhi last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 18.132026-09-02
Valhi stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-1.36%USD 18.382026-08-26
1 month+34.9%USD 13.442026-08-03
3 month+25.12%USD 14.492026-06-04
Year to date+52.22%USD 11.912025-12-31
1 year+17.23%USD 15.472025-09-02
3 year+43.37%USD 12.652023-09-01
5 year-16.11%USD 21.612021-09-03
Since inception+441.95%USD 3.341987-03-11

Valhi Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$512.05MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$2.16B

Net Income (TTM)

-$37.90M

EPS (TTM)

-$1.79

P/E Ratio

-10.08

Dividend

$0.32

Beta (Volatility)

1.04 (Average)

Price

$18.24

Volume

24,869.459

Open

$18.02

Previous Close

$18.13

Daily Range

$17.95 - $18.62

52-Week Range

$11.44 - $19.19

Estimated Earnings Date

Nov 5, 2026

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About Valhi

Valhi, Inc. makes chemicals that turn everyday items white and bright. It also manufactures locks for cabinets and parts for high-performance boats. The company develops land for homes and businesses in Nevada.

A Mix of Materials

  • Chemical Pigments: Global production of titanium dioxide (TiO2) used in paints and plastics; quarterly net sales rose 13% to $558.1 million.
  • Security Products: Mechanical and electrical locks for mailboxes and cabinets; segment net sales reached $43.6 million in the second quarter.
  • Marine Components: Stainless steel exhaust systems and wake-building hardware for recreational boats; included in the component products division.
  • Real Estate Development: Management and sale of land in Henderson, Nevada; recognized $4.4 million in net sales in the second quarter.

Shifting the Strategy

  • Implemented cost reduction initiatives in the fourth quarter of 2025 to improve chemical segment efficiency.
  • Adjusted production capacity at chemical facilities to align with new cost structures and lower production rates.
  • Sold the final commercial land parcel in Henderson, Nevada, during the first quarter of 2026.
  • Sold the operational office building within the real estate segment during the second quarter of 2026.

What Makes Valhi Unique

Valhi operates as a holding company with majority ownership in subsidiaries specializing in chemical production and component manufacturing. This structure allows the company to maintain niche industrial positions while managing a significant Nevada real estate portfolio.

Recent Financial Numbers

  • Net income reached $22.3 million in the second quarter of 2026 compared to $0.9 million in the prior year.
  • Chemicals Segment operating income reached $40.4 million in the second quarter of 2026 compared to $10.3 million in 2025.
  • Component Products Segment net sales were $84.2 million for the first six months of 2026 compared to $80.6 million.
  • Total cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities reached $231.6 million as of June 30, 2026.

The Big Picture

Valhi has transitioned toward operational efficiency in its chemical business while winding down land development activities in Nevada. Its diverse mix of industrial and real estate assets provides multiple revenue streams across global markets.

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Industry

Chemicals

Sector

Materials

Employees

2,826

CEO

Michael S. Simmons

Headquarters

Dallas, TX 75240-2620, US

VHI Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

14.69%

Operating Margin

-0.33%

Net Income Margin

-1.75%

Return on Equity

-3.66%

Return on Capital

-1.03%

Return on Assets

-1.47%

Earnings Yield

-9.92%

Dividend Yield

1.77%

Payout Ratio

-24.01%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$512.05MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

28.32M

Volume

24.87K

Avg. Volume

14.26K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$317.90M

Operating Income

-$7.20M

EBITDA

$83.00M

Operating Cash Flow

$111.70M

Capital Expenditure

-$49.00M

Free Cash Flow

$62.70M

Cash & ST Invst.

$212.40M

Total Debt

$603.50M

Valhi Performance Analysis

Valhi annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 2,222,500,000-3.2%
20232023-12-31USD 1,921,700,000-13.5%
20242024-12-31USD 2,104,800,0009.5%
20252025-12-31USD 2,077,000,000-1.3%
Valhi sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-30-6.8%
Q42025-12-31-1.8%
Q12026-03-3113.3%
Q22026-06-308.2%
Valhi annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 3.16-29.1%
20232023-12-31USD -0.35N/A
20242024-12-31USD 3.79N/A
20252025-12-31USD -2.02N/A
Valhi sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-30-2568.4%
Q42025-12-31-139.7%
Q12026-03-31103.7%
Q22026-06-301014.3%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$606.10M

+12.2%

Gross Profit

$120.10M

+53.8%

Gross Margin

19.82%

N/A

Market Cap

$512.05MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$181.19K

N/A

Employees

2,826

N/A

Net Income

$35.50M

+3844.4%

EBITDA

$62.00M

+35.4%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$212.40M

+11.3%

Total Debt

$603.50M

-7.8%

Accounts Receivable

$434.20M

+14.5%

Inventory

$530.90M

-26.0%

Long Term Debt

$602.70M

+7.3%

Short Term Debt

$800.00K

-99.1%

Return on Assets

-1.47%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

-0.33%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$41.90M

+360.4%

Operating Cash Flow

$59.10M

+172.4%

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Questions About VHI

What is the current price of Valhi?

Valhi is trading at $18.13 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Valhi?

Over the past 52 weeks, Valhi has traded between $11.44 and $19.19.

How much debt does Valhi have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Valhi reported total debt of $607.40M.

How much cash does Valhi have on hand?

Valhi reported $216.30M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Valhi’s dividend yield?

Valhi currently has a dividend yield of 1.77%.

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