Valhi, Inc. engages in the chemicals, component products, and real estate management and development businesses worldwide. The company's Chemicals segment produces and markets titanium dioxide pigments (TiO2), which are white inorganic pigments used in various applications by paint, plastics, decorative laminate, and paper manufacturers. It offers TiO2 under the Kronos name through agents and distributors. This segment also offers iron-based chemicals, titanium oxychlorides, and titanyl sulfates. The company's Component Products segment manufactures mechanical and electrical cabinet locks, and other locking mechanisms for use in ignition systems, mailboxes, file cabinets, desk drawers, tool storage cabinets, vending and gaming machines, medical cabinetry security, electronic circuit panels, storage compartments, and gas station security applications. This segment also provides stainless steel exhaust components, gauges, throttle controls, trim tabs, hardware, and accessories primarily for performance and ski/wakeboard boats. The company's Real Estate Management and Development segment provides utility services to industrial and municipal customers; owns real properties; and develops land holdings for commercial, industrial, and residential purposes. Valhi, Inc. also offers insurance brokerage and risk management services; and holds marketable securities and other investments. The company was founded in 1932 and is based in Dallas, Texas. Valhi, Inc. is a subsidiary of Contran Corporation.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange NYSE
Industry Industrial inorganic chemicals
Sub-IndustryN/A
SectorBasic Materials
SymbolNYSE:VHI
CUSIPN/A
Phone972-233-1700
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio5.23
Current Ratio3.76
Quick Ratio2.88
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio6.53
Forward P/E RatioN/A
P/E GrowthN/A
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$1.88 billion
Price / Sales0.90
Cash Flow$0.8026 per share
Price / Cash6.23
Book Value$0.60 per share
Price / Book8.33
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)N/A
Net Income$207.50 million
Net Margins14.44%
Return on Equity235.99%
Return on Assets9.16%
Miscellaneous
Employees2,245
Outstanding Shares339,180,000
Market Cap$1.71 billion
Valhi (NYSE:VHI) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valhi's stock symbol?
Valhi trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "VHI."
How often does Valhi pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Valhi?
Valhi declared a quarterly dividend on Thursday, August 9th. Stockholders of record on Tuesday, September 4th will be paid a dividend of $0.02 per share on Thursday, September 20th. This represents a $0.08 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.60%. The ex-dividend date is Friday, August 31st. View Valhi's Dividend History.
How were Valhi's earnings last quarter?
Valhi, Inc. (NYSE:VHI) released its earnings results on Wednesday, August, 8th. The basic materials company reported $0.35 EPS for the quarter, topping the Thomson Reuters' consensus estimate of $0.26 by $0.09. The basic materials company had revenue of $510.20 million for the quarter. Valhi had a net margin of 14.44% and a return on equity of 235.99%. View Valhi's Earnings History.
When is Valhi's next earnings date?
What price target have analysts set for VHI?
1 Wall Street analysts have issued twelve-month price objectives for Valhi's stock. Their forecasts range from $5.00 to $5.00. On average, they expect Valhi's share price to reach $5.00 in the next twelve months. View Analyst Price Targets for Valhi.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Valhi?
1 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Valhi in the last year. There are currently 1 sell rating for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Sell." View Analyst Ratings for Valhi.
Who are some of Valhi's key competitors?
Who are Valhi's key executives?
Valhi's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Robert D. Graham, Vice Chairman, Pres & CEO (Age 62)
- Mr. Gregory M. Swalwell, Exec. VP, CFO & Chief Accounting Officer (Age 61)
- Mr. Andrew B. Nace, Exec. VP, Gen. Counsel & Sec. (Age 53)
- Ms. Kelly D. Luttmer, Exec. VP & Chief Tax Officer (Age 54)
- Ms. Courtney J. Riley, Exec. VP of Environmental Affairs (Age 52)
Has Valhi been receiving favorable news coverage?
News coverage about VHI stock has been trending somewhat positive this week, according to Accern Sentiment. The research group ranks the sentiment of news coverage by reviewing more than twenty million blog and news sources in real time. Accern ranks coverage of companies on a scale of negative one to positive one, with scores nearest to one being the most favorable. Valhi earned a media and rumor sentiment score of 0.03 on Accern's scale. They also gave press coverage about the basic materials company an impact score of 46.91 out of 100, meaning that recent news coverage is somewhat unlikely to have an impact on the company's share price in the next few days. View Recent Headlines for Valhi.
Who are Valhi's major shareholders?
Valhi's stock is owned by a number of of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include Renaissance Technologies LLC (0.45%), BlackRock Inc. (0.44%), Bank of New York Mellon Corp (0.25%), James Investment Research Inc. (0.08%), Martingale Asset Management L P (0.07%) and Chicago Equity Partners LLC (0.06%). View Institutional Ownership Trends for Valhi.
Which major investors are selling Valhi stock?
VHI stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including James Investment Research Inc., Dimensional Fund Advisors LP, Citadel Advisors LLC and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc.. View Insider Buying and Selling for Valhi.
Which major investors are buying Valhi stock?
VHI stock was purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Renaissance Technologies LLC, Bowling Portfolio Management LLC, Chicago Equity Partners LLC, Hussman Strategic Advisors Inc., BlackRock Inc., Los Angeles Capital Management & Equity Research Inc., Engineers Gate Manager LP and SG Americas Securities LLC. View Insider Buying and Selling for Valhi.
How do I buy shares of Valhi?
Shares of VHI can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Valhi's stock price today?
One share of VHI stock can currently be purchased for approximately $5.00.
How big of a company is Valhi?
Valhi has a market capitalization of $1.71 billion and generates $1.88 billion in revenue each year. Valhi employs 2,245 workers across the globe.
How can I contact Valhi?
Valhi's mailing address is 5430 LBJ FREEWAY SUITE 1700, DALLAS TX, 75240. The basic materials company can be reached via phone at 972-233-1700 or via email at [email protected]
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