Valhi (VHI) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
VHI - Valhi, Inc.
$15.21
-0.20 (-1.30%)
▼
5d:
-5.23%
30d:
-15.87%
90d:
+5.63%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: VHI is fairly valued with market pricing in 1.7% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
📊 HOLD: VHI is fairly valued with market pricing in 1.7% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$20.42
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$12.68
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 4.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: VHI is currently trading at $15.21, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $16.21 to $18.35. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 4.4) is in line with its historical norms (4.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.7% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VHI is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $14.93. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: VHI scores 38/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $12.00. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VHI is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $14.93. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: VHI scores 38/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $12.00. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$16.21 -
$18.35
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
48.6%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (38/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading 21.1% above Wall St target ($12.00)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.7% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-5.2%) - monitor closely
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$16.21 -
$18.35
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$14.93
Resistance Level
$17.50
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
4.38
Wall Street Target
$12.00
(-21.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
2500.0%
Profit Margin
-2.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.7% premium
PE vs Historical
4.4 vs 4.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$15.47
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$15.73
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$16.00
(+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 4→4)
PE COMPRESSION
$15.33
(+1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
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