Kronos Worldwide, Inc.

KRO

$8.45

-2.76%

2026-09-03 16:00:02 EDT-$0.24

Basic Materials

Chemicals - Specialty

NYSE

Active Trading

Kronos Worldwide, Inc. stands as a prominent global producer and supplier of titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigments, with operations spanning Europe, North America, ...

Price Action of KRO

$8.45

-2.76%-$0.24

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52W High-7.3%

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Range5.6h

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Kronos Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: KRO) is a prominent global producer and supplier of titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigments, a key industrial product used to impart whiteness, brightness, and opacity in various goods. Incorporated in Delaware in 1989 but tracing its roots to 1916, the company is a subsidiary of Valhi, Inc. ...Kronos Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: KRO) is a prominent global producer and supplier of titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigments, a key industrial product used to impart whiteness, brightness, and opacity in various goods. Incorporated in Delaware in 1989 but tracing its roots to 1916, the company is a subsidiary of Valhi, Inc. and maintains its corporate headquarters in Dallas, Texas. As of the latest data, Kronos employs approximately 2,524 full-time employees and operates across multiple regions including Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific. Business and Products: The company manufactures TiO2 in both rutile and anatase crystalline structures, which are essential for everyday items such as paints, coatings, plastics, paper, fibers, and ceramics, as well as specialized applications in inks, food, and cosmetics. Beyond TiO2, Kronos processes ilmenite, a critical raw material for sulfate-process TiO2 production, and offers a portfolio of iron-based chemicals used for wastewater treatment, cement production, and agricultural solutions. The company also develops specialized chemicals for pearlescent pigments, electroceramic capacitors, and other industrial uses. Services and Distribution: Kronos provides technical support and services for its entire product range. Its KRONOS-branded products are distributed to manufacturers of paints, plastics, decorative laminates, and paper through an extensive network of agents and distributors. The company serves over 3,000 customers in approximately 100 countries, with a strong presence in Europe and North America. Financial Overview: As of the latest trailing twelve months (TTM) data, Kronos reported a market capitalization of approximately $988 million. The company's financial indicators show some challenges: it has a negative net profit margin (-5.6%), negative return on equity (-14.3%), and a negative price-to-earnings ratio (-9.03), indicating losses. However, it maintains sufficient liquidity with a current ratio of 3.30 and a quick ratio of 1.56. The company's gross profit margin is 11.8%, and its revenue per share stands at $16.88. Debt levels are moderate, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.78. Kronos pays dividends, with a dividend yield of 2.3%. Key People and Leadership: The company is led by CEO Brian W. Christian, along with a functional leadership team comprising senior leaders across all areas of operations. The company emphasizes a culture of training, development, and succession planning. Strategic and Historical Context: Founded in 1916, Kronos has a long history of over 100 years in the chemical industry. The company has grown through expansions and acquisitions, with milestones including a partnership in Norway in 1902. Today, Kronos continues to be a significant player in the TiO2 market, though it faces economic pressures and market fluctuations.ExpandCollapse

Founded

1916

Employees

2263

CEO

Brian W. Christian

Full Name

Kronos Worldwide, Inc.

Sector

Basic Materials

Industry

Chemicals - Specialty

ROE

-14.34%

Market Cap

$0.97B

Current Ratio

3.30

WACC

8.36%

ROIC

-3.22%

Contact Information

https://www.kronosww.com

972 233 1700

5430 LBJ Freeway, Dallas, TX 75240-2620

Key Metrics of KRO

Snapshot

Latest / TTM · 6 periods

Market Cap

$972.20M

ROCE

-1.9%

EV / EBITDA

139.47x

+1.0% YoY

FCF Yield

7.0%

+14.9% YoY

Cash Conversion Cycle

119.9d

Current Ratio

3.30

Quick take

TTM —

Positive CCC

Financial Highlights of KRO

Profitability trend

Latest / TTM · 6 periods

Gross Margin

11.8%

Net Margin

-5.6%

P/E Ratio

-8.88x

n/a

Debt / Equity

0.78

n/a

Current Ratio

3.30

Dividend Yield

2.4%

Understanding

TTM —

Interest coverage is weak

Calendar of KRO

Upcoming

Sep 17, 2026In 13 days
Dividend payment
$0.20 per share
Sep 30, 2026In 26 days
Q3 FY2026 · Estimated results
Est. EPS $0.19 · Revenue $537.40M · 1 analysts
Dec 30, 2026
Q4 FY2026 · Estimated results
Est. EPS $0.12 · Revenue $460.02M · 1 analysts
Dec 31, 2026
FY2026 · Estimated annual results
Est. EPS $0.40 · Revenue $2.06B · 1 analysts

Recent history

Sep 3, 2026
Ex-dividend date
$0.20 per share
Aug 5, 2026
Q2 FY2026 · Results reported
EPS $0.13 · Revenue $558.10M
View filing
May 6, 2026
Q1 FY2026 · Results reported
EPS $-0.04 · Revenue $509.80M
View filing
Mar 9, 2026
FY2025 · Annual results
EPS $-0.96 · Revenue $1.86B
View filing
Nov 6, 2025
Q3 FY2025 · Results reported
EPS $-0.32 · Revenue $456.90M
View filing
Aug 6, 2025
Q2 FY2025 · Results reported
EPS $-0.08 · Revenue $494.40M
View filing

Financial Statements of KRO

5Y Trend (Revenue, Earnings, FCF)

Metric	Latest	YoYYoY means Year-over-Year. It compares the latest annual value with the previous annual value to show long-term trend strength.	QoQQoQ means Quarter-over-Quarter. It compares the latest quarter with the immediately previous quarter to show short-term momentum changes.
RevenueThe total money that came through the front door from selling things, before paying a single bill. Think of it as the grand total of every credit card swipe from customers. (YoY compares this year to last year's performance, while QoQ compares the current three months to the previous three).	$1.9B	-1.5%	+9.5%
Net IncomeThe absolute bottom line. If the company paid every single supplier, employee, banker, and tax collector, this is the actual money left in their pocket at the end of the day.	$-110.9M	-228.7%	+416.7%
Gross MarginThe basic markup. If they sell a $100 pair of sneakers, this percentage tells you how much of that price tag is profit right after paying for the rubber and shoelaces, but before paying for things like store rent or TV commercials.	+11.5%	-39.8%	+12.7%
Operating MarginThe 'day job' efficiency score. Out of every dollar a customer spends, this shows how many cents the company keeps after making the product AND paying for all the everyday corporate overhead (like salaries, marketing, and keeping the lights on).	-2.3%	-134.6%	+90.8%
Net MarginThe final take-home percentage. When you strip away every conceivable cost, tax, and interest payment, this is the exact number of cents the company truly gets to keep from every dollar in sales.	-6.0%	-230.6%	+389.3%
Free Cash FlowThe holy grail of corporate cash. It's the spendable, physical money left over after the business pays for its daily operations AND buys the big, expensive upgrades (like new factories or servers) it needs to survive. This is the 'free' money they can use to pay dividends or buy back stock.	$-40.4M	-194.0%	+203.3%
FCF MarginThe ultimate cash conversion rate. It shows how good the company is at turning regular sales directly into cold, hard, spendable cash. A high percentage means the business is an absolute cash-printing machine.	-2.2%	-195.4%	+194.3%
Debt / EquityThe financial risk gauge. It compares how much of the company's empire was built using borrowed money (loans) versus the owners' own money (shareholders). A high number means they are heavily leveraged and playing a riskier game; a low number means they are playing it safe.	76.9%	+18.9%	-6.1%
Current RatioThe 12-month survival check. It simply compares the cash they have right now (plus things they can quickly turn into cash) against the immediate bills they absolutely must pay this year. A score above 1 means they have enough in the wallet to cover the upcoming bills without panicking.	2.70x	+16.3%	+3.8%
Total AssetsThe absolute size of the company's empire. It bundles together absolutely everything of value they own—from the cash in the register and the inventory in the warehouse, to the software patents in the vault and the factories on the ground.	$1.8B	-5.1%	-3.0%

Actual vs Estimate

A Dec 31Q Jun 30

Metric	Annual (A vs E)	Annual Surprise	Quarter (A vs E)	Quarter Surprise
EPS Surprise	-0.96 vs -0.41	-131.3%	0.13 vs 0.07	+85.7%
Revenue Surprise	$1.9B vs $1.8B	+2.5%	$558.1M vs $484.5M	+15.2%

Insider Transactions of KRO

Acquisitions (A)

Since May 13, 2026

Disposals (D)

Since May 13, 2026

Monthly shares of acquisitions/disposals with close price trend (shared daily price source)

Insider Trading Snapshot

Date	Executive	Title	Security	Side	Shares	Price
May 18, 2026	Kramer Kevin B	director	Common Stock $0.01 par value per share	A	6,800	$6.77
May 18, 2026	Kramer Kevin B	director	Common Stock $0.01 par value per share	A	335	$6.76
May 18, 2026	Kramer Kevin B	director	Common Stock $0.01 par value per share	A	3,735	$6.75
May 18, 2026	Kramer Kevin B	director	Common Stock $0.01 par value per share	A	3,731	$6.70
May 13, 2026	CHRISTIAN BRIAN W.	director, officer: President and CEO	Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share	A	5,550	$7.22

Leadership Team of KRO

10 executives

Name	Title	Compensation	Gender	Year Born	Status
Brian W. Christian	President, CEO & Director	USD 2,063,000	Male	1979	Active
John A. Sunny	Executive Vice President & Chief Information Officer	USD 1,013,000	Male	1963	Active
Andrew Nace	Executive Vice President	USD 876,000	Male	1965	Active
Courtney J. Riley	Executive Vice President	USD 876,000	Female	1966	Active
Benjiman R. Corona	President of Americas	USD 831,756	Male	1961	Active
Bradley E. Troutman	SVP & CFO	USD 420,000	Male	1975	Active
Bryan S. Bell	Principal Accounting Officer, Vice President & Controller of Global Finance	—	Male	1974	Active
Rainer Gruber	Executive Vice President and Chief Manufacturing & Technology Officer	—	Male	1969	Active
Alexis A. Thomason	Senior Vp & General Counsel	—	Female	1982	Active
Erica A. Austin	Senior Vice President of Human Resources	—	Female	1991	Active

Recent News of KRO

Zacks Investment Research4 days agoNeutral

Kronos Worldwide (KRO) Is Up 7.32% in One Week: What You Should Know

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Zacks Investment Research8/28/2026Neutral

Here's Why Kronos Worldwide (KRO) is a Strong Momentum Stock

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Zacks Investment Research8/26/2026Neutral

KRO Stock Hits 52-Week High: What's Driving Its Performance?

Kronos Worldwide hit a 52-week high as strong TiO2 volumes, market share gains and improving margins fuel its growth outlook.

Zacks Investment Research8/24/2026Neutral

Will Weaker TiO2 Prices Weigh on Kronos Worldwide's Performance?

TiO2 price pressure remains a headwind for Kronos Worldwide as lower selling prices offset volume gains and cost savings.

Zacks Investment Research8/18/2026Neutral

KRO vs. TROX: Which TiO2 Stock Deserves a Spot in Your Portfolio?

KRO and TROX are seeing stronger TiO2 volumes and pricing, but weak demand, costs, leverage and market dynamics shape the outlook.

Historical Employee Count of KRO

Current

2,263

Change

-10.34%

Minimum

2,196

Maximum

2,524

Recent Filings

Report Date	Employees	Form Type	Filing Date	SEC Filing
Dec 31, 2025	2,263	10-K	Mar 9, 2026	View
Dec 31, 2024	2,524	10-K	Mar 6, 2025	View
Dec 31, 2023	2,196	10-K	Mar 6, 2024	View
Dec 31, 2022	2,266	10-K	Mar 8, 2023	View
Dec 31, 2021	2,248	10-K	Mar 9, 2022	View

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