$5.99
+1.4%NL Industries, Inc., through its subsidiary, CompX International Inc., operates in the component products industry in the United States and internationally. The company manufactures and sells mechanical and electronic cabinet locks, and other locking mechanisms, including disc tumbler locks, pin tumbler locking mechanisms, and CompX eLock and StealthLock electronic locks for use in various applications, such as ignition systems, mailboxes, file cabinets, desk drawers, tool storage cabinets, integrated inventory and access control secured narcotics boxes, vending and cash containment machines, medical cabinetry, electronic circuit panels, storage compartments, and gas station security. It also offers original equipment and aftermarket stainless steel exhaust headers, exhaust pipes, mufflers, and other exhaust components; gauges, such as GPS speedometers and tachometers; mechanical and electronic controls and throttles; wake enhancement devices, trim tabs, steering wheels, and other billet aluminum accessories; grab handles, pin cleats, and other accessories; and dash panels, LED indicators, wire harnesses, and other accessories primarily for performance and ski/wakeboard boats. In addition, the company offers insurance brokerage and risk management services. It sells its component products directly to original equipment manufacturers, as well as through distributors. NL Industries, Inc. was founded in 1891 and is based in Dallas, Texas. NL Industries, Inc. is a subsidiary of Valhi, Inc.
Total Payments
50
Latest Dividend
$0.1000
Annual Amount
$0.6800
Frequency
Quarterly
| Declaration | Ex-Date | Payment Date | Dividend | Adjusted | Frequency | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
May 14, 2026 | Jun 4, 2026 | Jun 23, 2026 | $0.1000 | $0.1000 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Feb 26, 2026 | Mar 10, 2026 | Mar 26, 2026 | $0.1000 | $0.1000 | Quarterly | +11.11% |
Oct 30, 2025 | Nov 21, 2025 | Dec 16, 2025 | $0.0900 | $0.0900 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Aug 6, 2025 | Sep 5, 2025 | Sep 23, 2025 | $0.0900 | $0.0900 | Quarterly | -57.14% |
Aug 6, 2025 | Aug 18, 2025 | Aug 28, 2025 | $0.2100 | $0.2100 | Quarterly | +133.33% |
May 15, 2025 | Jun 9, 2025 | Jun 24, 2025 | $0.0900 | $0.0900 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Feb 27, 2025 | Mar 11, 2025 | Mar 27, 2025 | $0.0900 | $0.0900 | Quarterly | +12.50% |
Oct 31, 2024 | Nov 29, 2024 | Dec 17, 2024 | $0.0800 | $0.0800 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Aug 7, 2024 | Sep 6, 2024 | Sep 24, 2024 | $0.0800 | $0.0800 | Quarterly | -81.40% |
Aug 7, 2024 | Aug 19, 2024 | Aug 29, 2024 | $0.4300 | $0.4300 | Quarterly | +437.50% |
May 16, 2024 | Jun 10, 2024 | Jun 25, 2024 | $0.0800 | $0.0800 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Feb 28, 2024 | Mar 11, 2024 | Mar 21, 2024 | $0.0800 | $0.0800 | Quarterly | +14.29% |
Oct 26, 2023 | Dec 1, 2023 | Dec 19, 2023 | $0.0700 | $0.0700 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Aug 2, 2023 | Sep 1, 2023 | Sep 19, 2023 | $0.0700 | $0.0700 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
May 18, 2023 | Jun 5, 2023 | Jun 20, 2023 | $0.0700 | $0.0700 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Feb 23, 2023 | Mar 7, 2023 | Mar 23, 2023 | $0.0700 | $0.0700 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Oct 27, 2022 | Dec 1, 2022 | Dec 20, 2022 | $0.0700 | $0.0700 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Aug 3, 2022 | Sep 1, 2022 | Sep 20, 2022 | $0.0700 | $0.0700 | Quarterly | -80.00% |
Aug 10, 2022 | Aug 22, 2022 | Aug 31, 2022 | $0.3500 | $0.3500 | Quarterly | +400.00% |
May 19, 2022 | Jun 6, 2022 | Jun 21, 2022 | $0.0700 | $0.0700 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Mar 2, 2022 | Mar 14, 2022 | Mar 24, 2022 | $0.0700 | $0.0700 | Quarterly | +16.67% |
Oct 28, 2021 | Dec 2, 2021 | Dec 21, 2021 | $0.0600 | $0.0600 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Aug 4, 2021 | Sep 2, 2021 | Sep 21, 2021 | $0.0600 | $0.0600 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
May 20, 2021 | Jun 7, 2021 | Jun 22, 2021 | $0.0600 | $0.0600 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Mar 3, 2021 | Mar 15, 2021 | Mar 25, 2021 | $0.0600 | $0.0600 | Quarterly | +50.00% |
Oct 29, 2020 | Dec 1, 2020 | Dec 15, 2020 | $0.0400 | $0.0400 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Aug 5, 2020 | Sep 1, 2020 | Sep 15, 2020 | $0.0400 | $0.0400 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
May 21, 2020 | Jun 9, 2020 | Jun 23, 2020 | $0.0400 | $0.0400 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Feb 19, 2020 | Mar 3, 2020 | Mar 17, 2020 | $0.0400 | $0.0400 | Quarterly | -68.00% |
Oct 24, 2013 | Dec 5, 2013 | Dec 24, 2013 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Aug 7, 2013 | Sep 5, 2013 | Sep 24, 2013 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
May 15, 2013 | Jun 10, 2013 | Jun 25, 2013 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Feb 27, 2013 | Mar 11, 2013 | Mar 26, 2013 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Oct 24, 2012 | Dec 7, 2012 | Dec 26, 2012 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Aug 9, 2012 | Sep 7, 2012 | Sep 26, 2012 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
May 17, 2012 | Jun 11, 2012 | Jun 26, 2012 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Feb 16, 2012 | Mar 8, 2012 | Mar 27, 2012 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Oct 27, 2011 | Dec 9, 2011 | Dec 28, 2011 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Aug 3, 2011 | Sep 9, 2011 | Sep 28, 2011 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
May 19, 2011 | Jun 10, 2011 | Jun 28, 2011 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Feb 17, 2011 | Mar 10, 2011 | Mar 29, 2011 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Oct 28, 2010 | Dec 10, 2010 | Dec 29, 2010 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Aug 4, 2010 | Sep 10, 2010 | Sep 28, 2010 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
May 20, 2010 | Jun 10, 2010 | Jun 24, 2010 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Feb 18, 2010 | Mar 10, 2010 | Mar 25, 2010 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Oct 29, 2009 | Dec 10, 2009 | Dec 24, 2009 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Aug 5, 2009 | Sep 10, 2009 | Sep 24, 2009 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
May 13, 2009 | Jun 10, 2009 | Jun 25, 2009 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Feb 20, 2009 | Mar 10, 2009 | Mar 26, 2009 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | 0.00% |
Oct 29, 2008 | Dec 10, 2008 | Dec 30, 2008 | $0.1250 | $0.1250 | Quarterly | - |
Negative payout ratio indicates the company is either not paying dividends or has negative earnings. Not a dividend-paying stock currently.
Negative free cash flow while paying dividends is a major red flag. Company burning cash and cannot sustain dividend without external financing.
Strong dividend growth demonstrates management confidence and business strength. Excellent signal for long-term dividend investors.
Sustainable dividend with adequate coverage. Some areas for improvement but overall appears safe for dividend investors.
Dividend aristocrat potential: Conservative payout ratios combined with consistent growth suggest management prioritizes sustainable, long-term shareholder returns. Excellent foundation for dividend compounding.
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