Valhi, Inc.
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Daily timeframeValhi, Inc. engages in the chemicals, component products, and real estate management and development businesses in Europe, North America, the Asia Pacific, and internationally. The company carries a $528.5M market cap, placing it firmly in the small-cap category. The Chemicals segment produces and markets titanium dioxide pigments (TiO2), which are white inorganic pigments used in various applications by paint, plastics, paper, fibers and ceramics, decorative laminate, and paper manufacturers.
Market Cap
$528.5M
Beta
1.02
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
5.76
EPS (TTM)
$-1.79
EPS (Fwd)
$3.24
ROE
-3.0%
ROA
0.4%
Cash
$212.4M
Total Debt
$607.4M
Free CF
$132.3M
52W Change
11.3%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where VHI stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 1, 2026 close, VHI finished 29.79% above its 150-day moving average ($14.40) and 33.98% above its 200-day moving average ($13.95). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is VHI overbought or oversold?
At the September 1, 2026 close, VHI's RSI(14) was 71.6, in overbought territory (above 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Valhi, Inc. carries $607.4M in total debt against $212.4M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 2.9x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Annual free cash flow of $132.3M supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. ROE of -3.0% points to negative capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 0.4% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $2.22B (2022) to $2.08B (2025).
Investors considering Valhi, Inc. should weigh the typical risks associated with VHI's sector, size, and financial profile against their own risk tolerance and investment objectives. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Valhi, Inc. and its sector.