KRO
Kronos Worldwide, Inc. · Materials · Specialty Chemicals
Last
$6.99
−$0.21 (−2.85%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $6.99 +$0.00 (+0.07%) 4:53 AM ET
Prev close $7.19
Open $7.06
Day high $7.21
Day low $6.90
Volume 195,059
Avg vol 334,357
Mkt cap
$827.23M
P/E ratio
-6.02
FY Revenue
$1.88B
EPS
-1.16
Gross Margin
10.08%
Sector
Materials
AI report sections
KRO
Kronos Worldwide, Inc.
Kronos Worldwide shows firm short- to medium-term price momentum with the stock trading above key moving averages and multiple bullish technical signals, even as the 12‑month return remains slightly negative. Fundamentally, profitability, free cash flow, and returns on capital are under pressure despite relatively stable revenue, while the balance sheet displays ample current liquidity but meaningful leverage. Valuation appears constrained by weak earnings and cash generation even with a modest sales-based multiple and ongoing dividend, and short-interest metrics suggest only moderate directional positioning but elevated intraday short activity.
AI summarized at 6:27 PM ET, 2026-04-22
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 72 SWING: 68 LONG: 38
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−23% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.77×
RSI
53.65 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.01 (Weak)
MACD: -0.00 Signal: 0.00
Short-Term
-0.01 (Weak)
MACD: 0.08 Signal: 0.09
Long-Term
-0.03 (Weak)
MACD: 0.29 Signal: 0.32
Intraday trend score 50.30

Latest news

KRO 12 articles Positive: 7 Neutral: 5 Negative: 0
Neutral Benzinga • Globe Newswire
KRONOS WORLDWIDE, INC. ANNOUNCES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND AND RESULTS OF ANNUAL STOCKHOLDER MEETING

Kronos Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: KRO) announced a regular quarterly dividend of $0.05 per share payable on June 18, 2026. At its 2026 annual stockholder meeting, shareholders elected eight directors for one-year terms and approved executive compensation on a nonbinding advisory basis.

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Sentiment note

The announcement of a regular quarterly dividend continuation and successful stockholder meeting with routine board elections and compensation approval are standard corporate governance activities. While dividend maintenance is positive, there are no significant operational developments, growth announcements, or material changes that would warrant a stronger sentiment rating.

Positive Benzinga • Globe Newswire
KRONOS WORLDWIDE, INC. ANNOUNCES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND

Kronos Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:KRO), a major international producer of titanium dioxide products, announced a regular quarterly dividend of $0.05 per share, payable on March 19, 2026 to stockholders of record as of March 10, 2026.

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Sentiment note

The company's announcement of a regular quarterly dividend demonstrates financial stability and commitment to returning capital to shareholders. Consistent dividend payments are typically viewed positively by investors as they indicate healthy cash flow and management confidence in the company's financial position.

Neutral Benzinga • Globe Newswire
KRONOS WORLDWIDE, INC. ANNOUNCES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND

Kronos Worldwide, Inc. has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.05 per share, payable on December 11, 2025, to stockholders of record as of November 21, 2025.

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Sentiment note

The announcement of a consistent quarterly dividend suggests stable financial performance, with no strongly positive or negative indicators in the press release

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Bryan A. Hanley
Kronos Worldwide, Inc. Announces Private Offering of an Additional €75 Million of 9.50% Senior Secured Notes Due 2029

Kronos Worldwide is seeking to raise €75 million through a private offering of additional 9.50% Senior Secured Notes due 2029, intending to use proceeds to repay existing notes and for general corporate purposes.

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Sentiment note

The company is refinancing existing debt and raising additional capital, which suggests financial management but does not indicate significant positive or negative performance

Neutral Benzinga • Globe Newswire
Kronos Worldwide, Inc. Announces Quarterly Dividend

Kronos Worldwide, Inc. has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.05 per share, payable on September 18, 2025, to stockholders of record as of September 5, 2025.

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Sentiment note

Standard quarterly dividend announcement with no significant positive or negative indicators; routine financial communication

Positive Benzinga • Globe Newswire
Kronos Worldwide, Inc. Announces Quarterly Dividend and Results of Annual Stockholder Meeting

Kronos Worldwide, Inc. announced a regular quarterly dividend and the results of its annual stockholder meeting, including the re-election of its board of directors and the approval of its executive compensation.

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Sentiment note

The company announced a regular quarterly dividend and the successful re-election of its board of directors, indicating financial stability and shareholder confidence.

Positive Benzinga • Globe Newswire
KRONOS WORLDWIDE, INC. ANNOUNCES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND

Kronos Worldwide, Inc. announced that its board of directors has declared a regular quarterly dividend of five cents ($0.05) per share on its common stock, payable on March 20, 2025 to stockholders of record at the close of business on March 11, 2025.

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Sentiment note

The company announced a regular quarterly dividend, which is generally seen as a positive sign for shareholders.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Sns Insider
White Inorganic Pigments Market to USD 39.14 Billion by 2032, Owing to Increasing Demand for Durable, High-Performance Coatings in Key Industries

The white inorganic pigments market is expected to grow to $39.14 billion by 2032, driven by increasing demand for durable and high-performance coatings in various industries, as well as a shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly manufacturing practices.

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Sentiment note

The company is listed as a key player in the titanium dioxide pigments and Kronos TiO2 product segments, indicating its strong presence and expertise in the white inorganic pigments market.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Skyquest
Dyes and Pigment Market to Augment Growth at USD 57.8 Billion by 2031 |SkyQuest Technology

The global dyes and pigment market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.3% from 2024 to 2031, driven by increasing demand from various application industries such as textiles, paints & coatings, construction, and plastics. The Asia Pacific region is dominating the market due to the growing textile and plastic sectors.

HUN CBT KRO CC dyes pigments textiles paints and coatings
Sentiment note

Kronos Worldwide, Inc. is mentioned as one of the key players in the dyes and pigment market, indicating its strong presence and potential to benefit from the market growth.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Custom Market Insights
[Latest] Global Trimethylhydroquinone Market Size/Share Worth USD 998.6 Million by 2033 at a 4.7% CAGR: Custom Market Insights (Analysis, Outlook, Leaders, Report, Trends, Forecast, Segmentation, Growth, Growth Rate, Value)

The global trimethylhydroquinone market is expected to grow from $711.1 million in 2023 to $998.6 million by 2033, at a CAGR of 4.7%. The market is driven by the increasing demand for vitamin E and its applications in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and other industries.

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Sentiment note

The company is listed as one of the key players in the trimethylhydroquinone market, but no specific information about its performance or outlook is provided.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Verified Market Research®
Titanium Dioxide Market is expected to generate a revenue of USD 25.39 Billion by 2031, Globally, at 6.40% CAGR: Verified Market Research®

The global Titanium Dioxide market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.40% from 2024 to 2031, reaching a value of USD 25.39 Billion. The market is driven by increasing demand from the paints and coatings industry, as well as the transition to sustainable manufacturing practices.

CC VNTRF KRO HUN Titanium Dioxide Paints and Coatings Sustainable Manufacturing
Sentiment note

The company is mentioned as one of the key players in the Titanium Dioxide market, indicating its strong presence and potential for growth.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • N/A
KRONOS WORLDWIDE, INC. ANNOUNCES PRIVATE OFFERING OF AN - GlobeNewswire

Kronos Worldwide, Inc. is seeking to raise €75 million through a private offering of additional 9.50% Senior Secured Notes due 2029. The proceeds will be used to repay a portion of its global revolving credit facility related to the acquisition of the remaining equity interest in Louisiana Pigment Company, L.P.

KRO Kronos Worldwide private offering senior secured notes acquisition Louisiana Pigment Company
Sentiment note

The company is seeking to raise additional capital through a private offering, which suggests it is in a strong financial position and is expanding its operations through the acquisition of Louisiana Pigment Company.

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