Valhi Inc

Valhi posted a steep net loss in the fourth quarter of 2025, with earnings attributable to shareholders of $53.2 million, compared with a profit of $22.8 million a year earlier. The underperformance was mainly driven by weakness in its chemical business, which weighed on margins and hurt the group’s profitability. The deterioration in the accounts is a negative signal for the stock, as it raises concerns about Valhi’s ability to stabilize results in the near term. On the market, the share price could remain under pressure until there is a clear recovery in the chemical business or in cash generation.