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NewMarket Corporation (NEU)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/14/2025: NEU (3-star) is a REGULAR-BUY. BUY since 168 days. Simulated Profits (45.40%). Updated daily EoD!
Upturn Star Rating
Moderate Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 114.14% | Avg. Invested days 116 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 6.48B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 13.66 | 1Y Target Price 450 |
Price to earnings Ratio 13.66 | 1Y Target Price 450 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.42 | 52 Weeks Range 475.46 - 690.73 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 475.46 - 690.73 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.60% | Basic EPS (TTM) 50.25 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 17.22% | Operating Margin (TTM) 24.66% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 12.81% | Return on Equity (TTM) 35.98% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 13.66 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 7422927298 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.32 |
Enterprise Value 7422927298 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.32 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.66 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.48 | Shares Outstanding 9434510 | Shares Floating 7822715 |
Shares Outstanding 9434510 | Shares Floating 7822715 | ||
Percent Insiders 26.74 | Percent Institutions 65.19 |
Upturn AI SWOT
NewMarket Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
NewMarket Corporation, formerly known as Ethyl Corporation, was founded in 1887. It evolved from producing antiknock compounds for gasoline to becoming a specialty chemicals company. It spun off its energy business in 2004 to focus on petroleum additives.
Core Business Areas
- Petroleum Additives: Develops, manufactures, blends, and delivers petroleum additives used to improve the performance of transportation and industrial equipment and fuels.
Leadership and Structure
Thomas E. Gottwald serves as the Chairman and CEO. The company operates with a corporate structure focused on its petroleum additives business segment.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Driveline Additives: Additives for automatic transmission fluids, gear oils, and axle lubricants. Competitors include Lubrizol and Afton Chemical. Market share information is not publicly broken down at this product level.
- Engine Oil Additives: Additives used to improve engine performance and durability. Competitors include Lubrizol and Afton Chemical. Market share information is not publicly broken down at this product level.
- Fuel Additives: Additives for gasoline and diesel fuels to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. Competitors include Lubrizol and Afton Chemical. Market share information is not publicly broken down at this product level.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The petroleum additives industry is driven by factors like increasing vehicle parc, stricter emission regulations, and the need for improved fuel efficiency. It's a relatively consolidated market with a few major players.
Positioning
NewMarket Corporation is a key player in the petroleum additives market, known for its technology and customer relationships. It competes primarily with Lubrizol and Afton Chemical.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global lubricant additives market is projected to reach approximately $21 billion by 2027. NewMarket is a major player in this space and has a strong position to capture a fair share of this TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong customer relationships
- Extensive product portfolio
- Global presence
- Technological expertise
Weaknesses
- Reliance on the petroleum industry
- Exposure to raw material price fluctuations
- Limited diversification beyond petroleum additives
Opportunities
- Expansion into emerging markets
- Development of sustainable additives
- Acquisition of complementary businesses
- Increased demand for high-performance lubricants
Threats
- Increased competition
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Economic downturns
- Shift towards electric vehicles reducing demand for traditional petroleum additives
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- The Lubrizol Corporation (private)
- Afton Chemical Corporation (private)
- Chevron Oronite Company LLC (CVX)
Competitive Landscape
NewMarket competes with larger, diversified chemical companies. Its strengths lie in its focus on petroleum additives and its strong customer relationships. Competitors may have greater resources and broader product portfolios.
Major Acquisitions
AM Stabilisierungsgesellschaft mbH
- Year: 2018
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 75
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded NewMarket's portfolio of lubricant additives.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates for future growth are available from financial news providers.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in research and development and expansion into new markets.
Summary
NewMarket Corporation is a prominent player in the petroleum additives market, benefiting from strong customer relationships and technological expertise. Its reliance on the traditional petroleum industry poses a risk as the world transitions towards electric vehicles. While NewMarket is looking into new avenues to expand, it has to be nimble and aggressive. The company's growth is supported by strategic initiatives and an established global presence but must diversify and consider long term impact.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- NewMarket Corporation Investor Relations
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Providers
- Company Filings
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data and analyst estimates are subject to change. Investment decisions should be made based on individual research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About NewMarket Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Richmond, VA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1985-08-06 | Chairman, President & CEO Mr. Thomas E. Gottwald | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Specialty Chemicals | Full time employees 2060 | Website https://www.newmarket.com |
Full time employees 2060 | Website https://www.newmarket.com | ||
NewMarket Corporation, through its subsidiaries, primarily engages in the manufacture and sale of petroleum additives. The company offers lubricant additives for use in various vehicle and industrial applications, including engine oils, transmission fluids, off-road powertrain and hydraulic systems, gear oils, hydraulic oils, turbine oils, and other applications where metal-to-metal moving parts are utilized; engine oil additives designed for passenger cars, motorcycles, on and off-road heavy duty commercial equipment, locomotives, and engines in ocean-going vessels; driveline additives designed for products, such as transmission fluids, axle fluids, and off-road powertrain fluids; and industrial additives designed for products for industrial applications consisting of hydraulic fluids, greases, industrial gear fluids, and industrial specialty applications comprising turbine oils. It also provides fuel additives that are used to enhance the oil refining process and the performance of gasoline, diesel, biofuels, and other fuels to industry, government, original equipment manufacturers, and individual customers. In addition, the company engages in the marketing of antiknock compounds, as well as contracted manufacturing and related services; and owns and manages a real property in Virginia. It operates in North America, Latin America, the Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, India, and internationally. NewMarket Corporation was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
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