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NL Industries ( (NL) ) has issued an update.
NL Industries announced a special dividend of 21 cents per share and a quarterly dividend of 9 cents per share for the third quarter of 2025. The company reported a significant decline in net income for the second quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, primarily due to unrealized losses in marketable equity securities and decreased earnings from its Kronos subsidiary. CompX, a segment of NL Industries, showed increased sales and profits due to higher demand in government and marine markets. Kronos faced challenges with lower TiO2 selling prices and reduced operating rates, impacting its income from operations.
The most recent analyst rating on (NL) stock is a Sell with a $6.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on NL Industries stock, see the NL Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on NL Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, NL is a Neutral.
NL Industries’ overall stock score is primarily driven by its solid financial performance and attractive valuation, suggesting it is undervalued with significant income potential. However, technical indicators highlight a bearish trend and weak momentum, which might pose short-term challenges despite the positive long-term outlook.
To see Spark’s full report on NL stock, click here.
More about NL Industries
NL Industries, Inc. operates in the manufacturing sector, primarily focusing on security products and marine components. The company serves markets including government security and towboat industries.
Average Trading Volume: 47,359
Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold
Current Market Cap: $291.1M
See more insights into NL stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

