NL Industries Profit Margin

NL Industries (NL) currently reports a profit margin of -2.98% as of September 2026. That compares with 6.1% in the prior-year period — down 148.8% year over year. That is below the Industrials sector average of 8.37%. Use the charts on this page to explore NL Industries's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

NL Industries's profit margin decreased from 6.1% to -2.98% — a 148.8% year-over-year decrease (period ending September 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

NL Industries's profit margin of -2.98% is lower than the Industrials sector average of 8.37%. That is roughly 135.5% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but NL Industries's current -2.98% should be judged against Industrials norms (sector average: 8.37%) and against NL's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of -2.98%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Industrials average is 8.37%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for NL Industries, and consider following NL for alerts when major investors trade the stock.