NEWMARKET CORP (NEU) NewMarket Corporation, through its various subsidiaries, operates primarily in the specialty chemicals sector, specializing in the creation and supply of petroleum additives. The company furnishes an extensive selection of lubricant additives that are vital for optimizing performance across a wide array of automotive and industrial machinery. These formulations cater to diverse applications, including engine oils (used in passenger cars, motorcycles, heavy-duty commercial vehicles, locomotives, and marine engines), driveline systems (such as transmission and axle fluids, and lubricants for off-road powertrains), and a variety of industrial fluids (like hydraulic fluids, greases, industrial gear lubricants, and specialized turbine oils). Essentially, these additives are engineered to enhance components wherever metal surfaces engage in motion. Additionally, NewMarket engineers fuel additives that contribute to the efficiency of the oil refining process and notably improve the properties and performance of different fuels, including gasoline, diesel, and biofuels. These essential products are distributed to a broad spectrum of clients, encompassing industrial enterprises, governmental entities, original equipment manufacturers, and individual end-users. Beyond its core additive offerings, the corporation is also involved in producing antiknock compounds, delivering contract manufacturing services, and owns and oversees a real estate holding located in Virginia. Founded in 1887, NewMarket Corporation is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, and maintains a significant global footprint with operations spanning North America, Latin America, the Asia Pacific region, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India.
Sector: Industrial Organic Chemicals
Industry: Chemicals - Specialty
NewMarket Corporation NYSE:NEU Basic Materials · Chemicals - Specialty
Mkt Cap $6.39B
Div Yield 1.73%
Pre Pre-market $690.20 Close $694.31 0.00% AH $694.31 Now $690.20
Close $694.31 +0.18% AH $694.31 -0.59% since
Mkt Cap $6.39B
Div Yield 1.73%
Press Release
NewMarket Corporation Increases Quarterly Dividend
NewMarket's board raised the quarterly dividend to $3.25 per share, an increase of $0.25 or roughly 8% from $3.00.
The dividend is payable January 1, 2027, to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 15, 2026.
NewMarket operates through Afton Chemical, Ethyl, AMPAC, and Calca, spanning petroleum additives and aerospace/defense specialty materials.
• 10d ago AI analysis › Press Release ● Major ⚠ 2
NewMarket Corporation Reports Third Quarter and First Nine Months 2026 Results
NewMarket reported Q3 2026 net income of $124.1 million, or $13.50 per share, up from $100.3 million, or $10.67, a year earlier, on higher operating profit and a reduced effective tax rate.
Q3 net sales rose to $716.5 million from $690.3 million, led by specialty materials sales jumping to $62.0 million from $38.2 million, while petroleum additives sales were roughly flat at $651.0 million despite an 8% shipment decline offset by cost-recovery surcharges.
The company funded nearly $300 million in the first nine months across capex ($88.5M), dividends ($83.1M), and buybacks ($126.4M), cutting Net Debt to EBITDA to 1.0x.
Management flagged Middle East supply-chain disruptions, macro uncertainty, and tariffs as continuing risks but said pricing and operational actions position it for solid results.
• 11d ago AI analysis › Press Release
NewMarket Corporation Schedules Conference Call and Webcast to Review Third Quarter 2026 Results
NewMarket Corporation (NYSE: NEU) will release third quarter 2026 earnings after the close on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
A conference call and webcast to review the results is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, October 29, 2026, with a replay available through November 12.
NewMarket is a holding company operating through Afton Chemical, Ethyl, AMPAC, and Calca Solutions, spanning petroleum additives and aerospace/defense specialty materials.
• 1mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
NewMarket Corporation Announces Quarterly Dividend
NewMarket Corporation's Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $3.00 per share on the company's common stock.
The dividend is payable on October 1, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 15, 2026.
NewMarket operates through its subsidiaries, including Afton Chemical and Ethyl Corporation, which focus on petroleum additives and specialty materials.
• 2mo ago AI analysis › Press Release ● Major
NewMarket Corporation Reports Second Quarter and First Half 2026 Results
NewMarket Corporation reported Q2 2026 net income of $133.8 million, or $14.54 per share, a significant increase from $111.2 million, or $11.84 per share, in the prior year. First half net income reached $251.8 million with segment operating profit climbing to $319 million, driven by strong performance in petroleum additives and growth in specialty materials following the Calca acquisition.
The company generated solid cash flow, funding $51.7 million in capital expenditures while returning substantial capital to shareholders through $55.6 million in dividends and $126.4 million in share repurchases. These actions reduced the Net Debt to EBITDA ratio to 1.0x.
Management highlighted the strength of the Specialty Materials segment and announced plans to expand production capacity for ammonium perchlorates and high-purity hydrazine by the end of 2026 to support aerospace and defense markets.
• 3mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
NewMarket Corporation Schedules Conference Call and Webcast to Review Second Quarter 2026 Results
NewMarket Corporation announced it will release its second quarter 2026 financial results after the market closes on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
The company scheduled a conference call and webcast for 3:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, July 30, 2026, to review the quarterly performance.
This is a standard logistical announcement containing no preliminary financial figures or updated guidance.
• 3mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
NewMarket Corporation Announces Quarterly Dividend
NewMarket Corporation's Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $3.00 per share on the company's common stock.
The dividend is payable on July 1, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 15, 2026.
NewMarket operates as a holding company through subsidiaries including Afton Chemical and Ethyl Corporation, focusing on petroleum additives and aerospace propellants.
• 6mo ago AI analysis › Press Release ⚠ 3
NewMarket Corporation Reports First Quarter 2026 Results
NewMarket reported Q1 2026 net income of $118.1 million, or $12.62 per share, down from $125.9 million, or $13.26 per share, in the prior year, as sales declined across its petroleum additives segment.
Despite the earnings decline, the company aggressively returned capital to shareholders, repurchasing over 200,000 shares for $125.6 million and paying $28.0 million in dividends during the quarter.
Management attributed the sales softness to a strategic reduction in low-margin business and market conditions but noted positive shipment trends at the end of the quarter, anticipating continued solid results.
• 6mo ago AI analysis › 
