Valhi Reports Sharp Decline in Q1 Net Income and EPS Year-Over-Year

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Valhi, Inc. reported a significant drop in Q1 2026 net income and EPS compared to the prior year, primarily due to lower operating results in its Chemicals Segment, despite an increase in total net sales.

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• Net Income and EPS Decline Significantly

  Net income attributable to Valhi stockholders decreased to $2.0 million ($0.07 per share) in Q1 2026, down from $16.9 million ($0.59 per share) in Q1 2025.

• Chemicals Segment Operating Income Falls

  The Chemicals Segment's operating income dropped to $14.5 million in Q1 2026 from $41.2 million in Q1 2025, primarily due to lower average TiO2 selling prices, partially offset by higher sales volumes and lower production costs.

• Total Net Sales Show Modest Increase

  Total net sales increased to $560.1 million in Q1 2026 from $538.6 million in Q1 2025, driven by higher sales in the Chemicals Segment and Real Estate Management and Development Segment.

• Real Estate Segment Boosts Operating Income

  The Real Estate Management and Development Segment's operating income increased to $11.3 million from $3.0 million, benefiting from the sale of a commercial parcel and tax increment infrastructure reimbursement.

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Valhi, Inc. reported a significant year-over-year decline in first-quarter profitability, with net income attributable to stockholders plummeting from $16.9 million to $2.0 million and EPS dropping from $0.59 to $0.07. While total net sales saw a modest increase, this was overshadowed by a substantial decrease in operating income, primarily driven by the Chemicals Segment. The Chemicals Segment's operating income fell sharply due to lower average TiO2 selling prices, despite higher sales volumes in some markets. The Real Estate Management and Development Segment provided a partial offset with increased operating income from a commercial land sale and tax reimbursement. The company also recognized an income tax expense related to a German tax audit. This report indicates ongoing challenges in the core chemicals business, impacting overall profitability.