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
Industry Industrial inorganic chemicals
Sub-IndustryN/A
SectorBasic Materials
SymbolNYSE:VHI
CUSIPN/A
Phone972-233-1700
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio5.10
Current Ratio4.26
Quick Ratio2.88
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio5.60
Forward P/E RatioN/A
P/E GrowthN/A
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$1.88 billion
Price / Sales0.96
Cash Flow$0.8058 per share
Price / Cash6.59
Book Value$0.29 per share
Price / Book18.31
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)N/A
Net Income$207.50 million
Net Margins14.36%
Return on Equity1,210.67%
Return on Assets11.61%
Miscellaneous
Employees2,245
Outstanding Shares339,170,000
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 announced a quarterly dividend on Thursday, May 24th. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, June 5th will be given a dividend of $0.02 per share on Thursday, June 21st. This represents a $0.08 annualized dividend and a yield of 1.51%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, June 4th. View Valhi's Dividend History.
How were Valhi's earnings last quarter?
Valhi, Inc. (NYSE:VHI) released its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, May, 9th. The basic materials company reported $0.15 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter. The basic materials company earned $466 million during the quarter. Valhi had a return on equity of 1,210.67% and a net margin of 14.36%. 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 target prices for Valhi's shares. Their predictions range from $5.00 to $5.00. On average, they anticipate Valhi's stock price to reach $5.00 in the next year. 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 stories about VHI stock have trended somewhat positive on Saturday, Accern Sentiment reports. The research group ranks the sentiment of media coverage by analyzing more than 20 million blog and news sources. Accern ranks coverage of public companies on a scale of negative one to positive one, with scores closest to one being the most favorable. Valhi earned a coverage optimism score of 0.14 on Accern's scale. They also gave media stories about the basic materials company an impact score of 45.89 out of 100, meaning that recent media coverage is somewhat unlikely to have an impact on the company's share price in the next several days.
Who are Valhi's major shareholders?
Valhi's stock is owned by many different of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include BlackRock Inc. (0.41%), Millennium Management LLC (0.08%), Alambic Investment Management L.P. (0.08%), Hillsdale Investment Management Inc. (0.06%), Schwab Charles Investment Management Inc. (0.04%) and O Shaughnessy Asset Management LLC (0.02%). 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 Millennium Management LLC, BlackRock Inc. and Hillsdale Investment Management Inc.. View Insider Buying and Selling for Valhi.
Which major investors are buying Valhi stock?
VHI stock was bought by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Alambic Investment Management L.P., Citadel Advisors LLC, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Schwab Charles Investment Management Inc., Element Capital Management LLC, O Shaughnessy Asset Management LLC, Trexquant Investment LP and Mackay Shields 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 $5.31.
How big of a company is Valhi?
Valhi has a market capitalization of $1.80 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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