VALHI Reports FY2022 Q4 Earnings Results as of December 31 2022.
March 21, 2023

Earnings Overview
VALHI ($NYSE:VHI) released their financial report for the fourth quarter of their 2022 fiscal year on March 9 2023, with results as of December 31 2022. The company reported total revenue of -USD 9.4 million, a decrease of 118.1% from the same period in the prior year. Additionally, their net income was USD 402.6 million, a decrease of 41.1% from the same quarter of the previous year.
Price History
The stock opened at $23.3 and closed at $21.8, a drop of 6.3% from its prior closing price of $23.2 the day before. This marks a significant decrease in the stock’s value, although the company had seen a steady climb over the past few weeks of trading. Despite this positive performance, analysts have been cautious in their predictions regarding the stock’s future performance.
Many investors are now looking to see how the company performs in the following quarter, as it is possible that the stock will continue to experience a slump in value given the current market conditions. With VALHI’s current outlook, investors should keep an eye on the stock’s performance in the coming months in order to make informed decisions regarding their investments. Live Quote…
About the Company
Income Snapshot
Below shows the total revenue, net income and net margin for Valhi. More…
| Total Revenues | Net Income | Net Margin |
| 2.22k | 90.2 | 4.2% |
Cash Flow Snapshot
Below shows the cash from operations, investing and financing for Valhi. More…
| Operations | Investing | Financing |
| 34.9 | -146.7 | -114 |
Balance Sheet Snapshot
Below shows the total assets, liabilities and book value per share for Valhi. More…
| Total Assets | Total Liabilities | Book Value Per Share |
| 2.84k | 1.53k | 33.64 |
Key Ratios Snapshot
Some of the financial key ratios for Valhi are shown below. More…
| 3Y Rev Growth | 3Y Operating Profit Growth | Operating Margin |
| 5.4% | 11.7% | 8.9% |
| FCF Margin | ROE | ROA |
| -1.5% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
Analysis
GoodWhale recently conducted an examination of VALHI‘s wellbeing, as shown on our Star Chart. VALHI’s health score is 8/10; its cash flows and debt are healthy, and it is capable of paying off debt and funding future operations. Further analysis reveals that VALHI is strong in dividend and medium in other areas, such as asset, profitability and growth. As such, VALHI is classified as a ‘cow’, a type of company that has the track record of paying out consistent and sustainable dividends. Given the consistent dividend income and strong cash flows, VALHI may be an attractive investment option for investors looking for stable income. This includes income-seeking investors such as retirees, who are likely to benefit from the regular income stream, as well as value investors seeking undervalued companies with good cash flow prospects. More…

Peers
The company operates in four segments: Titanium Dioxide, Fluorides, Performance Materials, and Energy. Valhi Inc has a market capitalization of $2.6 billion and its shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange. Valhi Inc’s main competitors are PT Unggul Indah Cahaya Tbk, Brenntag SE, Diamines & Chemicals Ltd. Valhi Inc is the largest producer of titanium dioxide in the world with a market share of about 25%. PT Unggul Indah Cahaya Tbk is the second largest producer of titanium dioxide with a market share of about 15%. Brenntag SE is a leading chemical distributor with a global network of over 400 locations in 74 countries. Diamines & Chemicals Ltd is a leading manufacturer of specialty chemicals with operations in over 30 countries.
– PT Unggul Indah Cahaya Tbk ($IDX:UNIC)
PT Unggul Indah Cahaya Tbk is one of the largest companies in Indonesia with a market capitalization of 4.28 trillion as of 2022. The company has a strong focus on the mining and energy sectors and has a return on equity of 18.4%.
– Brenntag SE ($OTCPK:BNTGF)
Brenntag SE is a global chemical distribution company with a market cap of 9.51B as of 2022. The company has a return on equity of 16.33%. Brenntag SE operates in over 30 countries and serves more than 25,000 customers. The company offers a wide range of services such as sourcing, logistics, and distribution of chemicals and related products.
– Diamines & Chemicals Ltd ($BSE:500120)
Diamines & Chemicals Ltd is a publicly traded company with a market capitalization of 4.31 billion as of 2022. The company has a return on equity of 20.25%. Diamines & Chemicals Ltd is engaged in the manufacture and sale of chemicals. The company’s products are used in a variety of industries, including the textile, leather, plastics, and food industries.
Summary
VALHI reported their FY2022 Q4 earnings results on March 9 2023, with a total revenue of USD 9.4 million and net income of USD 402.6 million. Compared to the same period the previous year, this represented a 118.1% and 41.1% decrease in revenue and net income, respectively. This news had a negative impact on the stock price, suggesting that investors may need to reconsider their outlook of the company. Investors should consider the current financial situation of VALHI and analyze their expected performance in the future before making any investment decisions.
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