Valhi, Inc. Stock Plummets to New 52-Week Low of $13.70

Valhi, Inc., a microcap company in the specialty chemicals industry, has reached a new 52-week low of USD 13.70 on October 10, 2025. This decline marks a significant downturn for the stock, which has experienced a 29.72% decrease over the past year, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's performance of 13.36% during the same period. The company's market capitalization stands at USD 481 million, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 2.00, indicating a low valuation relative to earnings. Valhi's dividend yield is notably high at 95.04%, which may attract attention despite the stock's recent struggles. The debt-to-equity ratio is 0.39, suggesting a manageable level of debt. Recent financial results have shown a shift, with the company reporting negative outcomes in March 2025 after four consecutive quarters of positive performance. Additionally, the interest expense has increased by 33.89%, and raw material costs have risen by 34.93% year-over-year. These factors contribute to Valhi's underperformance, as it has generated -43.31% returns over the last year and has lagged behind the S&P 500 in both the short and long term.