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VHI Stock Forecast: Valhi, Inc. Price Predictions for 2026-2027

Last close, 14 Aug 2026

$16

−1.52% on the day

Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 48 of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026 — in the lower half.

Market cap

$458.8M

Ticker Nerd rank

48 / 100

Median analyst target

—

Analysts covering

Total return, dividends reinvested

+2.0%

+15.5%

YTD

+36.1%

−2.2%

From 52W high

−5.5%

From 52W low

+42.0%

$11

$17

52-week range, adjusted closes · the dot is the last close

Ticker Nerd rank

VHI stock analysis: one number for the whole business

Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Valhi, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.

Where the model ranks itAs at 15 Aug 2026

48 / 100

Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested

Issuance

Accruals

Value

Size

Quality

Volatility

Momentum

Revisions

Growth

Issuance (86): The share count has been shrinking and the company is not leaning on new borrowing.

Growth (19): Sales and profits are flat, shrinking, or growing more slowly than they were.

Built and run by Aslam Ghouse, an ex-Goldman Sachs quant trader with fourteen years in markets.

Wall Street

VHI stock forecast 2026-2027: analyst price targets & predictions

The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on VHI, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.

Share price and the analyst range, 12 monthsAdjusted close, US dollars

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

What Wall Street says1 analysts

0 Buy0 Hold1 Sell

Recent analyst actionsNewest first

Date	Firm	Action	Rating	Target
28 May 2025	Barclays	Maintains	Underweight	$20 → $12
28 May 2025	Barclays	Maintains	Underweight	—
25 Sept 2024	Barclays	Maintains	Underweight	$11 → $20
25 Nov 2020	Barclays	Maintains	Underweight	—
15 Nov 2017	Barclays	Maintains	Underweight	—
28 Aug 2015	Barclays	Maintains	Underweight	—
19 Aug 2014	Barclays	Maintains	Underweight	—
3 Feb 2014	Barclays	Initiates	Underweight	—

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Market Radar

This page is one stock. Monday covers all of them.

Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.

Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. VHI appears on the weeks it earns a place.

Estimates

VHI analyst estimate revisions

Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.

Fundamentals

Valhi, Inc. (VHI) financial data

A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.

Valuation

Trailing P/E: 21.0×
Price / sales: 0.2×
Price / book: 0.5×
EV / EBITDA: 13.9×

Growth & margins

Revenue growth (YoY): 12.2%
Earnings growth (YoY): 2377.8%
Gross margin: 19.8%
Operating margin: 6.7%
Net margin: −2.4%

Returns & dividend

Return on equity: −3.0%
Return on assets: 0.4%
Dividend yield: 2.0%

Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.

Peers

VHI vs competitors

The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.

Its peer group, ranked by the same modelChemicals

Company	Market cap	TKN rank
VHIValhi, Inc.	$458.8M	48
ASIXAdvansix, Inc.	$459.4M	34
ASPIASP Isotopes, Inc.	$534.2M	14
RYAMRayonier Advanced Materials, Inc.	$569.6M	55
LXULSB Industries, Inc.	$736.0M	96
TROXTronox Holdings plc	$950.7M	26
GPREGreen Plains, Inc.	$1.1B	99

Look up any of the roughly 4,600 stocks we score.

The rank is the raw material. Whether the rules would actually own Valhi, Inc. — and when they’d sell — is the membership. See the Ticker Nerd 20 →

News

Latest VHI news & analysis

Valhi Q2 Earnings Surge Y/Y as Chemical Volumes, Margins Improve

Zacks Investment Research · 13 Aug 2026positive

Valhi, Inc. reported second-quarter earnings that jumped year-over-year, driven by higher TiO2 volumes, lower costs, and wider margins. The improved results support a stronger 2026 operating outlook for the company.

Why it matters — Higher chemical volumes, lower costs, and wider margins point to improved near-term profitability and a more favorable 2026 operating outlook for the company.

VALHI DECLARES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND

GlobeNewsWire · 6 Aug 2026positive

Valhi, Inc. announced that its board of directors has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share on its common stock. The dividend is payable on September 24, 2026 to stockholders of record at the close of business on September 3, 2026.

Why it matters — The declaration confirms continued quarterly cash distributions to Valhi shareholders, providing clarity on the upcoming payment schedule and record date.

VALHI REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2026 RESULTS

GlobeNewsWire · 6 Aug 2026positive

Valhi, Inc. reported second-quarter 2026 net income attributable to stockholders of $22.3 million, or $0.78 per share, up from $0.9 million, or $0.03 per share, in the same period of 2025. For the first six months of 2026, net income was $24.3 million, or $0.85 per share, compared with $17.8 million, or $0.62 per share, a year earlier.

Why it matters — The earnings release shows a substantial year-over-year improvement in Valhi's profitability, driven by higher Chemicals Segment results in the quarter and improved operating results across all business segments in the first half.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about VHI stock

Is VHI stock a buy right now?

Of the 1 analysts covering Valhi, Inc., 0 rate it a Buy, 0 a Hold and 1 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Valhi, Inc. 48 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 15 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.

How does Ticker Nerd's model rank VHI?

As at 15 Aug 2026, Valhi, Inc. ranks 48 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Issuance (86 of 100).

What is the VHI stock forecast for 2030?

No analyst covering Valhi, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for VHI are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business.

How has VHI stock performed over the past year?

Valhi, Inc. returned -2.2% over the 12 months to 14 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.

What does Valhi, Inc. do?

Valhi Inc. is a diversified holding company engaged in various industries, primarily focusing on the production of chemicals, component products, and waste management solutions.

What is the latest news on VHI?

The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 13 Aug 2026): "Valhi Q2 Earnings Surge Y/Y as Chemical Volumes, Margins Improve". Valhi, Inc. reported second-quarter earnings that jumped year-over-year, driven by higher TiO2 volumes, lower costs, and wider margins. The improved results support a stronger 2026 operating outlook for the company.

Company

About Valhi, Inc.

Valhi Inc. is a diversified holding company engaged in various industries, primarily focusing on the production of chemicals, component products, and waste management solutions. The company's chemical segment is dominated by its titanium dioxide pigment operations, which are vital for manufacturing a range of everyday products such as paints, plastics, paper, and food. This pigment is renowned for its brightness and durability, making it a crucial element in enhancing product performance and sustainability. Additionally, Valhi Inc. has a significant presence in the component products sector, producing precision-engineered items for demanding applications in industries like automotive and construction. This diversification helps it remain resilient to market fluctuations. In the waste management realm, Valhi engages in treating, gathering, and processing waste materials, offering environmentally conscious solutions that align with modern sustainability goals. Valhi's strategic expansions and investments across these diverse areas underscore its importance in facilitating industrial processes and contributing to eco-friendly advancements. By leveraging its cross-industry expertise, Valhi Inc. upholds a vital role in various supply chains, demonstrating its influence and adaptability in the broader financial market landscape.

CEO Mr. Michael S. Simmons · 2,826 employees · United States · https://www.valhi.net