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Industrials - Security & Protection Services - NYSE - US
$ 7.29
0.413 %
$ 356 M
Market Cap
5.28
P/E
1. INTRINSIC VALUE

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Apr, 8, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one NL stock under the worst case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 7.29 USD, NL Industries, Inc. is HIDDEN

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Apr, 8, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one NL stock under the base case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 7.29 USD, NL Industries, Inc. is HIDDEN

This DCF valuation model was last updated on Apr, 8, 2025.

The intrinsic value of one NL stock under the best case scenario is HIDDEN Compared to the current market price of 7.29 USD, NL Industries, Inc. is HIDDEN

2. FUNDAMENTAL ANALYSIS

Price Chart NL

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FINANCIALS
146 M REVENUE
-9.51%
37.9 M OPERATING INCOME
168.07%
69.3 M NET INCOME
3100.91%
25.6 M OPERATING CASH FLOW
-30.89%
58.9 M INVESTING CASH FLOW
166.32%
-41.6 M FINANCING CASH FLOW
-173.42%
38.4 M REVENUE
14.11%
33.7 M OPERATING INCOME
1554.86%
17.1 M NET INCOME
-52.46%
8.98 M OPERATING CASH FLOW
257.98%
3.36 M INVESTING CASH FLOW
-73.81%
-4.38 M FINANCING CASH FLOW
84.65%
Balance Sheet NL Industries, Inc.
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Current Assets 238 M
Cash & Short-Term Investments 163 M
Receivables 23.7 M
Other Current Assets 51.1 M
Non-Current Assets 340 M
Long-Term Investments 278 M
PP&E 24 M
Other Non-Current Assets 38 M
28.21 %4.11 %8.83 %48.13 %4.15 %6.57 %Total Assets$578.3m
Current Liabilities 91.1 M
Accounts Payable 3.76 M
Short-Term Debt 0
Other Current Liabilities 87.3 M
Non-Current Liabilities 71.3 M
Long-Term Debt 0
Other Non-Current Liabilities 71.3 M
53.77 %43.91 %Total Liabilities$162.4m
EFFICIENCY
Earnings Waterfall NL Industries, Inc.
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Revenue 146 M
Cost Of Revenue 105 M
Gross Profit 41.4 M
Operating Expenses 3.49 M
Operating Income 37.9 M
Other Expenses -31.4 M
Net Income 69.3 M
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RATIOS
28.34% GROSS MARGIN
28.34%
25.95% OPERATING MARGIN
25.95%
46.07% NET MARGIN
46.07%
16.94% ROE
16.94%
11.63% ROA
11.63%
6.46% ROIC
6.46%
FREE CASH FLOW ANALYSIS
Free Cash Flow Analysis NL Industries, Inc.
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Net Income 69.3 M
Depreciation & Amortization 3.69 M
Capital Expenditures -1.43 M
Stock-Based Compensation 0
Change in Working Capital -42.1 M
Others -43.3 M
Free Cash Flow 24.1 M
3. WALL STREET ANALYSTS ESTIMATES
Wall Street Analysts Price Targets NL Industries, Inc.
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Wall Street analysts predict an average 1-year price target for NL of $6 , with forecasts ranging from a low of $6 to a high of $6 .
NL Lowest Price Target Wall Street Target
6 USD -17.70%
NL Average Price Target Wall Street Target
6 USD -17.70%
NL Highest Price Target Wall Street Target
6 USD -17.70%
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4. DIVIDEND ANALYSIS
1.03% DIVIDEND YIELD
0.09 USD DIVIDEND PER SHARE
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5. COMPETITION
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6. Ownership
Insider Ownership NL Industries, Inc.
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7. News
NL REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER 2024 RESULTS Dallas, Texas, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --          NL Industries, Inc. (NYSE: NL) today reported net income attributable to NL stockholders of $16.5 million, or $.34 per share, in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to net income attributable to NL stockholders of $7.6 million, or $.16 per share, in the fourth quarter of 2023. NL's results include an unrealized loss of $12.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to a $2.4 million unrealized gain in the fourth quarter of 2023 related to the change in value of marketable equity securities. For the full year of 2024, NL reported net income attributable to NL stockholders of $67.2 million, or $1.38 per share, compared to a net loss attributable to NL stockholders of $2.3 million, or $.05 per share for the full year of 2023. NL's full year results include an unrealized gain of $9.8 million in 2024 compared to an unrealized loss of $8.1 million in 2023 related to the change in value of marketable equity securities. Net income per share attributable to NL stockholders for the fourth quarter and for the full year of 2024 includes aggregate income of $31.4 million ($24.8 million, $.51 per share, net of tax) related to an environmental remediation settlement, including income of $21.8 million related to the adjustment of an associated environmental accrual and $9.6 million received from former customers. globenewswire.com - 1 month ago
NL INDUSTRIES ANNOUNCES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND FOR THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2025 AT $.09 PER SHARE Dallas, Texas, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NL Industries, Inc. (NYSE: NL) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of nine cents ($0.09) per share on its common stock, payable on March 27, 2025 to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 11, 2025.  NL Industries, Inc. is engaged in the component products (security products and recreational marine components) and chemicals (TiO2) businesses. globenewswire.com - 1 month ago
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NL Industries: Lucrative Stock For Dividend Investors NL Industries, with a diversified portfolio in minerals and engineering products, has shown resilience with a recent EPS recovery and consistent dividend payouts. The stock is undervalued with a forward P/E of 11.2x, presenting a significant upside potential of 44.7% based on DCF analysis. Favorable economic conditions and potential rate cuts in 2025 could boost manufacturing levels, positively impacting NL Industries' revenue and EPS growth. seekingalpha.com - 4 months ago
NL REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2024 RESULTS Dallas, Texas, Nov. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NL Industries, Inc. (NYSE: NL) today reported net income attributable to NL stockholders of $36.0 million, or .74 per share, in the third quarter of 2024 compared to a net loss attributable to NL stockholders of $.1 million, or nil per share, in the third quarter of 2023. NL results include an unrealized gain of $18.6 million in the third quarter of 2024 related to the change in value of marketable equity securities compared to $.4 million in the third quarter of 2023. For the first nine months of 2024, NL reported net income attributable to NL stockholders of $50.7 million, or $1.04 per share, compared to a net loss attributable to NL stockholders of $9.9 million, or $.20 per share, for the first nine months of 2023. NL results include an unrealized gain of $21.8 million in the first nine months of 2024 related to the change in value of marketable equity securities compared to a $10.5 million unrealized loss in the first nine months of 2023. globenewswire.com - 5 months ago
NL INDUSTRIES ANNOUNCES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND FOR THE FOURTH QUARTER OF 2024 AT $.08 PER SHARE Dallas, Texas, Oct. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NL Industries, Inc. (NYSE: NL) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of eight cents ($0.08) per share on its common stock, payable on December 17, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 29, 2024. globenewswire.com - 5 months ago
NL INDUSTRIES ANNOUNCES A SPECIAL DIVIDEND OF 43 CENTS PER SHARE PAYABLE IN AUGUST 2024, AND A QUARTERLY DIVIDEND FOR THE THIRD QUARTER OF 2024 AT 8 CENTS PER SHARE Dallas, Texas, Aug. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NL Industries, Inc. (NYSE: NL) today announced that its board of directors has declared a special cash dividend of forty-three cents ($0.43) per share and a quarterly dividend of eight cents ($0.08) per share, in each case on its common stock.  The special dividend, which is being funded from excess cash flows, is payable on August 29, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 19, 2024.  The quarterly dividend of $.08 per share is payable on September 24, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 6, 2024. globenewswire.com - 8 months ago
NL REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2024 RESULTS Dallas, Texas, Aug. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NL Industries, Inc. (NYSE: NL) today reported net income attributable to NL stockholders of $7.9 million, or $.16 per share, in the second quarter of 2024 compared to a net loss attributable to NL stockholders of $3.1 million, or $.06 per share, in the second quarter of 2023. NL results include an unrealized gain of $.8 million in the second quarter of 2024 related to the change in value of marketable equity securities compared to an unrealized loss of $5.4 million in the second quarter of 2023. For the first six months of 2024, NL reported net income attributable to NL stockholders of $14.7 million, or $.30 per share, compared to a net loss attributable to NL stockholders of $9.8 million, or $.20 per share for the first six months of 2023. NL results include an unrealized gain of $3.2 million in the first six months of 2024 related to the change in value of marketable equity securities compared to a $10.9 million unrealized loss in the first six months of 2023. globenewswire.com - 8 months ago
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NL INDUSTRIES, INC. ANNOUNCES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND AND RESULTS OF ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING Dallas, Texas, May 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NL Industries, Inc. (NYSE:  NL) announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of eight cents ($0.08) per share on its common stock, payable on June 25, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 10, 2024. globenewswire.com - 11 months ago
NL REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2024 RESULTS Dallas, Texas, May 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NL Industries, Inc. (NYSE: NL) today reported net income attributable to NL stockholders of $6.8 million, or $.14 per share, in the first quarter of 2024 compared to a net loss attributable to NL stockholders of $6.7 million, or $.14 per share, in the first quarter of 2023. NL results include an unrealized gain of $2.4 million in the first quarter of 2024 related to the change in value of marketable equity securities compared to an unrealized loss of $5.5 million in the first quarter of 2023. globenewswire.com - 11 months ago
8. Profile Summary

NL Industries, Inc. NL

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COUNTRY US
INDUSTRY Security & Protection Services
MARKET CAP $ 356 M
Dividend Yield 1.03%
Description 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.
Contact Three Lincoln Center, Dallas, TX, 75240-2620 https://nl-ind.com
IPO Date March 17, 1980
Employees 3034
Officers Ms. Amy Allbach Samford Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Ms. Jane R. Grimm Company Secretary Mr. Andrew B. Nace Executive Vice President Ms. Amy E. Ruf Vice President & Controller Ms. Courtney J. Riley President, Chief Executive Officer & Director