NewMarket Corporation (NEU) has a MoatMap StockRank of 66/100 based on Quality (76/100), Value (45/100), and Momentum (26/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY. NewMarket, a leader in specialized petroleum additives, is a direct and potent beneficiary of the 'Energy Security Resurgence' macro theme. With geopolitical conflicts and the Strait of Hormuz disruption pushing oil prices above $100, and a global re-evaluation of traditional energy supplies, demand for essential petroleum products and their corresponding additives will experience a powerful and sustained tailwind. The market likely underprices the duration and magnitude of this structural shift, offering an asymmetric opportunity in a specialized sector with established R&D moats and switching costs, fitting aspects of 'Durable Quality'.
NewMarket Corporation specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of petroleum additive packages that enhance the performance of lubricants and fuels for various applications globally. The company operates in a highly specialized, technology-intensive niche, maintaining its competitive edge through significant R&D investment, proprietary formulations, and deep customer relationships in the engine oil, driveline, and industrial lubricant markets. Its focused expertise makes it a key supplier in a critical component of the global energy and transportation sectors.
| Price | $682.84 |
| Market Cap | $6.4B |
| P/E (TTM) | 15.67 |
| P/E (Forward) | 26.58 |
| Price/Book | 3.64 |
| Return on Equity | 25.3% |
| Return on Invested Capital | 19.5% |
| Debt/Equity | 58.86 |
| Gross Margin | 31.3% |
| Operating Margin | 23.6% |
| Revenue Growth | -4.5% |
| Dividend Yield | 1.7% |
| Free Cash Flow | $414M |
NewMarket Corporation operates in the Specialty Chemicals industry, part of the Basic Materials sector (United States).