- ISIN
- US50105F1057
- CUSIP
- 50105F105
- Sector
- Basic Materials
- Industry
- Specialty Chemicals
- IPO Date
- Dec 9, 2003
Highlights
- Market Cap
- $782.00M
- Enterprise Value
- $1.40B
- EPS (TTM)
- -$1.16
- Total Revenue (TTM)
- $1.88B
- Gross Profit (TTM)
- $189.50M
- EBITDA (TTM)
- -$1.60M
- Year Range
- $4.08 - $7.89
- Target Price
- $5.00
- ROE (TTM)
- -17.96%
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Performance
KRO Performance Chart
Kronos Worldwide, Inc. (KRO) is up 56.4% since the beginning of the year. At $7 per share, KRO is trading 13.8% below its 52-week high of $8. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of KRO shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $607.
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Returns By Period
Kronos Worldwide, Inc. (KRO) has returned 56.38% so far this year and 17.51% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, KRO has returned 6.98% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 13.88% annually.
Kronos Worldwide, Inc.
- 1D
- -0.58%
- 1M
- 1.61%
- YTD
- 56.38%
- 6M
- 50.27%
- 1Y
- 17.51%
- 3Y*
- -3.22%
- 5Y*
- -9.49%
- 10Y*
- 6.98%
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- -0.37%
- 1M
- -0.01%
- YTD
- 9.16%
- 6M
- 8.64%
- 1Y
- 25.22%
- 3Y*
- 19.78%
- 5Y*
- 11.99%
- 10Y*
- 13.88%
KRO Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Dec 9, 2003, KRO's average daily return is +0.07%, while the average monthly return is +1.34%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 4.3 years.
Historically, 49% of months were positive and 51% were negative. The best month was Nov 2016 with a return of +62.3%, while the worst month was Feb 2009 at -63.2%. The longest winning streak lasted 11 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 10 months.
On a daily basis, KRO closed higher 50% of trading days. The best single day was Sep 16, 2008 with a return of +24.3%, while the worst single day was Feb 26, 2009 at -36.5%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 18.78% | 10.67% | 14.13% | 13.24% | -3.36% | -4.75% | 56.38% | ||||||
| 2025 | -1.64% | -8.76% | -13.93% | 3.07% | -17.90% | -1.31% | -13.71% | 19.25% | -9.29% | -14.29% | 4.25% | -12.82% | -53.09% |
| 2024 | -6.34% | -2.36% | 32.55% | -2.97% | 24.10% | -10.41% | -4.70% | -3.34% | 8.18% | -7.31% | -1.56% | -13.79% | 2.51% |
| 2023 | 23.94% | -3.09% | -17.08% | 0.98% | -11.29% | 8.26% | 7.10% | -8.13% | -7.74% | -10.97% | 29.33% | 13.86% | 14.94% |
| 2022 | -4.40% | 2.65% | 6.74% | -1.93% | 25.16% | -2.47% | -4.51% | -25.66% | -27.48% | 1.71% | -1.10% | 2.06% | -33.72% |
| 2021 | -5.03% | 2.05% | 7.13% | 11.11% | -4.47% | -10.85% | -2.86% | -4.82% | -4.98% | 5.00% | 7.44% | 8.61% | 5.76% |
Benchmark Metrics
Kronos Worldwide, Inc. has an annualized alpha of 4.41%, beta of 1.17, and R2 of 0.18 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since December 09, 2003.
- This stock participated in 145.58% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 125.48% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- R2 of 0.18 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index - capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.
- Alpha
- 4.41%
- Beta
- 1.17
- R²
- 0.18
- Upside Capture
- 125.48%
- Downside Capture
- 145.58%
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
KRO ranks 52 for risk / return — on par with similar stocks. You're getting a typical balance of risk and reward. Not a standout, but not a red flag either — a reasonable choice if other factors align with your goals.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Kronos Worldwide, Inc. (KRO) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| KRO | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | -1.69 | ||
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | -1.89 | ||
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.09 | 1.37 | -0.27 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 0.51 | 2.78 | -2.27 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 1.03 | 12.44 | -11.41 |
Dividends
Dividend History
Kronos Worldwide, Inc. provided a 2.94% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.20 per share.
| Period | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $0.20 | $0.20 | $0.48 | $0.76 | $0.76 | $0.72 | $0.72 | $0.72 | $0.68 | $0.60 | $0.60 | $0.60 |
Dividend yield | 2.94% | 4.52% | 4.92% | 7.65% | 8.09% | 4.80% | 4.83% | 5.37% | 5.90% | 2.33% | 5.03% | 10.64% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Kronos Worldwide, Inc.. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.05 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.05 | $0.10 | ||||||
| 2025 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.05 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.05 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.05 | $0.00 | $0.05 | $0.00 | $0.20 |
| 2024 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.19 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.19 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.05 | $0.00 | $0.05 | $0.00 | $0.48 |
| 2023 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.19 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.19 | $0.00 | $0.19 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.19 | $0.00 | $0.76 |
| 2022 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.19 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.19 | $0.00 | $0.19 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.19 | $0.00 | $0.76 |
| 2021 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.18 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.18 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.18 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.18 | $0.72 |
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Kronos Worldwide, Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the Kronos Worldwide, Inc. was 87.14%, occurring on Feb 27, 2009. Recovery took 426 trading sessions.
The current Kronos Worldwide, Inc. drawdown is 63.76%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Financial crisis2007–2009 | -87.14%Feb 2009 | 4y 25d | 1y 8mo | 5y 9moFeb 2005 - Nov 2010 |
2016 bear market2016 | -85.64%Jan 2016 | 4y 6mo | 1y 8mo | 6y 3moJul 2011 - Oct 2017 |
2025 bear market2025 | -77.56%Nov 2025 | 7y 12mo | — | 8y 7moNov 2017 - now |
2011 bear market2011 | -20.90%Jun 2011 | 1mo 15d | 13d | 1mo 28dMay 2011 - Jun 2011 |
2005 correction2005 | -16.43%Jan 2005 | 1mo 2d | 1mo | 2mo 2dDec 2004 - Feb 2005 |
Drawdown Indicators
| KRO | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -87.14% | -56.78% | -30.36% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -34.45% | -9.10% | -25.35% |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | -68.73% | -18.90% | -49.83% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -73.20% | -25.43% | -47.77% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -77.56% | -33.92% | -43.64% |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -63.76% | -1.80% | -61.96% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -45.35% | -10.71% | -34.64% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 17.08% | 2.03% | +15.05% |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
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Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Kronos Worldwide, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how Kronos Worldwide, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Specialty Chemicals industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for KRO relative to other companies in the Specialty Chemicals industry. Currently, KRO has a P/S ratio of 0.4. This P/S ratio is low compared to the industry average. It may indicate that the stock is undervalued relative to its revenue, or that the market expects slower growth or lower margins.
PB Ratio
The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for KRO in comparison with other companies in the Specialty Chemicals industry. Currently, KRO has a P/B value of 1.0. This P/B ratio is low compared to industry peers. It might indicate the stock is undervalued or that the company’s assets are not expected to generate strong returns.
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