NL Industries Reports Q4 Loss of $31 Million

The chemical and components holding company saw a decline in revenue for the full year.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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NL Industries Inc., a Dallas-based chemical and components holding company, reported a loss of $31 million in the fourth quarter. The company said it had a loss of 63 cents per share, and posted revenue of $37.7 million in the period. For the full year, the company reported a loss of $37.8 million, or 77 cents per share, on revenue of $158.3 million.

Why it matters

NL Industries is a major player in the chemical and industrial components sectors, so its financial performance is closely watched as an indicator of broader economic trends in those industries. The company's Q4 loss and full-year revenue decline suggest ongoing challenges in its core markets.

The details

NL Industries reported a $31 million loss in Q4, driven by a 63 cents per share loss. The company's full-year results were also negative, with a $37.8 million loss and 77 cents per share loss on $158.3 million in revenue.

  • NL Industries reported its Q4 and full-year 2025 financial results on March 9, 2026.

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NL Industries Inc.

A Dallas-based chemical and components holding company.

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The takeaway

NL Industries' Q4 and full-year 2025 financial results point to ongoing challenges in its core chemical and industrial components markets, underscoring the need for the company to adapt its strategy to changing industry dynamics.