Valhi Q2 net income surges on Chemicals segment growth

• Chemicals segment gains - Higher Chemicals segment sales were driven by market share gains and favorable currency exchange rates, partially offset by lower TiO2 prices and weaker complementary business performance.
• Cost reduction and efficiency - Chemicals segment operating income rose on higher sales volumes, lower production and raw material costs, and cost-reduction initiatives implemented in late 2025.
• Component Products growth - Higher sales and operating income in the Component Products segment came from increased security products and marine components sales and improved gross margins.

Valhi did not provide specific guidance for future quarters or the full year.

The stock recently traded at 4 times the next 12-month earnings, versus a P/E of 5 three months ago.

Valhi said second-quarter net income rose sharply on higher Chemicals segment results.

• Q2 revenue grew 12% year over year, led by a 13% rise in Chemicals segment sales.
• The Component Products segment posted higher sales and operating income, while real estate sales declined on slower development.

The company reported Q2 sales of $606.1 million, total operating income of and pretax profit of .