Valhi, Inc. (VHI, Financial) saw a significant stock price increase of 5.92%. The stock is currently priced at $35.78 with a trading volume of 10,362 shares, resulting in a turnover rate of 0.04% and a price volatility of 5.25%.
The latest financial reports indicate that VHI generated $560 million in revenue, with a net profit of $19.9 million. Earnings per share are reported at $0.70, gross profit at $121 million, and a price-to-earnings ratio of 41.22. Despite the recent rise, all participating institutions have given a sell recommendation, with no buy or hold suggestions.
The chemical products sector, where VHI operates, has experienced an overall increase of 1.21%. Within this sector, stocks such as Origin Materials Inc., Asp Isotopes Inc., and VHI have shown notable gains. Asp Isotopes Inc. and LSB Industries, Inc. also displayed significant activity with turnover rates of 0.60% and 0.47% respectively. Asp Isotopes Inc. stands out with a high price volatility of 9.32%.
Valhi, Inc. primarily operates through three divisions: Chemicals, Component Products, and Real Estate Management and Development, with the Chemicals division driving the most revenue. They are a leading producer and seller of titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigments, essential for imparting whiteness, brightness, opacity, and durability in products like paints, plastics, and paper. Valhi’s primary revenue comes from its operations in the U.S., Germany, Canada, Norway, and Belgium.
