Valhi, Inc. declared an $0.08 quarterly dividend and updated its board of directors at the annual meeting.
Quiver AI Summary
Valhi, Inc. announced a quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share on its common stock, set to be paid on June 25, 2026, to shareholders of record by June 4, 2026. At the annual stockholder meeting on May 21, 2026, shareholders elected six directors for a one-year term and approved a nonbinding advisory resolution regarding executive compensation. Additionally, Randy L. Hill was appointed to fill a board vacancy due to the death of W. Hayden McIlroy and will also serve on the audit committee. Valhi operates in the chemicals, component products, and real estate management and development sectors.
Potential Positives
- Valhi, Inc. has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share, signaling financial stability and commitment to returning value to its shareholders.
- The election of a full slate of directors indicates strong support from stockholders, reflecting confidence in the company's leadership and governance.
- The appointment of Randy L. Hill to the board and audit committee ensures continuity and fills a crucial vacancy, demonstrating proactive governance by the board.
Potential Negatives
- The announcement of a regular quarterly dividend of only eight cents ($0.08) per share may indicate that the company is experiencing financial constraints or does not have sufficient profits to increase the dividend, potentially disappointing shareholders looking for higher returns.
- The nonbinding advisory approval of executive compensation may reveal shareholder dissatisfaction or concerns regarding executive pay, especially in the context of company performance.
- The appointment of a new board member to fill a vacancy due to the death of a former board member could raise concerns about leadership stability and potential issues in succession planning within the company's governance structure.
FAQ
What is the recent dividend declared by Valhi, Inc.?
Valhi, Inc. has declared a quarterly dividend of eight cents ($0.08) per share on its common stock.
When will the dividend be paid?
The dividend will be payable on June 25, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on June 4, 2026.
Who were elected to the Valhi board of directors?
The elected directors include Thomas E. Barry, Loretta J. Feehan, Terri L. Herrington, Gina A. Norris, Michael S. Simmons, and Mary A. Tidlund.
What happened at Valhi's annual stockholder meeting?
At the annual meeting, stockholders approved the compensation of named executive officers and elected board members for a one-year term.
Who has been appointed to Valhi's board of directors?
Randy L. Hill has been appointed to fill the vacancy on the board following the death of W. Hayden McIlroy.
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$VHI Revenue
$VHI had revenues of $560.1M in Q1 2026. This is an increase of 3.99% from the same period in the prior year.
You can track VHI financials on Quiver Quantitative's VHI stock page.
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$VHI Hedge Fund Activity
We have seen 28 institutional investors add shares of $VHI stock to their portfolio, and 29 decrease their positions in their most recent quarter.
Here are some of the largest recent moves:
- SEGALL BRYANT & HAMILL, LLC removed 57,502 shares (-100.0%) from their portfolio in Q1 2026, for an estimated $822,278
- O'SHAUGHNESSY ASSET MANAGEMENT, LLC removed 16,275 shares (-100.0%) from their portfolio in Q4 2025, for an estimated $196,113
- JANE STREET GROUP, LLC removed 15,219 shares (-100.0%) from their portfolio in Q1 2026, for an estimated $217,631
- MISSION WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LP removed 14,446 shares (-100.0%) from their portfolio in Q4 2025, for an estimated $174,074
- JACOBS LEVY EQUITY MANAGEMENT, INC added 12,269 shares (+55.3%) to their portfolio in Q1 2026, for an estimated $175,446
- GEODE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC added 11,204 shares (+18.9%) to their portfolio in Q1 2026, for an estimated $160,217
- RENAISSANCE TECHNOLOGIES LLC removed 8,500 shares (-6.2%) from their portfolio in Q1 2026, for an estimated $121,550
To track hedge funds' stock portfolios, check out Quiver Quantitative's institutional holdings dashboard. You can access data on hedge funds moves and 13F filings through the Quiver Quantitative API 13F endpoint.
$VHI Price Targets
Multiple analysts have issued price targets for $VHI recently. We have seen 2 analysts offer price targets for $VHI in the last 6 months, with a median target of $11.5.
Here are some recent targets:
- Paul Treiber from RBC Capital set a target price of $11.0 on 03/20/2026
- Kevin Krishnaratne from Scotiabank set a target price of $12.0 on 02/04/2026
Full Release
Dallas, Texas, May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Valhi, Inc. (NYSE: VHI) announced today that its board of directors has declared a regular quarterly dividend of eight cents ($0.08) per share on its common stock, payable on June 25, 2026 to stockholders of record at the close of business on June 4, 2026.
Valhi also announced that at its annual stockholder meeting held on May 21, 2026, its stockholders:
- elected each of Thomas E. Barry, Loretta J. Feehan, Terri L. Herrington, Gina A. Norris, Michael S. Simmons and Mary A. Tidlund as a director for a one-year term; and
- adopted a resolution that approved, on a nonbinding advisory basis, the compensation of its named executive officers as disclosed in the proxy statement for the 2026 annual stockholder meeting.
Following the annual meeting of stockholders, today the Valhi board of directors appointed Randy L. Hill to fill the vacancy on the board resulting from the death of W. Hayden McIlroy on April 19, 2026. The board of directors also appointed Mr. Hill to serve on its audit committee.
Valhi, Inc. is engaged in the chemicals (TiO 2 ), component products (security products and recreational marine components) and real estate management and development industries.
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