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NL Industries, Inc. is projected to rise to $10.55 by 2027, a +24% move from its current price of $8.52. NL is currently trading above its 50-day average (a bullish sign). Technical indicators currently lean strong buy.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 5/28/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 29 | $8.19 | $8.52 | $8.87 | +0.04% |
| May 30 | $8.06 | $8.53 | $9.02 | +0.09% |
| May 31 | $7.97 | $8.53 | $9.14 | +0.13% |
| Jun 1 | $7.89 | $8.53 | $9.24 | +0.17% |
| Jun 2 | $7.82 | $8.54 | $9.33 | +0.22% |
| Jun 3 | $7.75 | $8.54 | $9.41 | +0.26% |
| Jun 4 | $7.70 | $8.55 | $9.49 | +0.30% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $7.70 | $8.55 | $9.49 | +0.30% |
| Week 2 | $7.39 | $8.57 | $9.94 | +0.60% |
| Week 3 | $7.17 | $8.60 | $10.31 | +0.91% |
| Week 4 | $6.99 | $8.62 | $10.63 | +1.21% |
| Week 5 | $6.84 | $8.65 | $10.93 | +1.52% |
| Week 6 | $6.71 | $8.68 | $11.21 | +1.83% |
| Week 7 | $6.60 | $8.70 | $11.48 | +2.13% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
NL Industries, Inc. operates in the component products industry in Europe, North America, the Asia Pacific, and internationally. The company manufactures and sells mechanical and electronic cabinet locks and other locking mechanisms, including disc tumbler locks; pin tumbler locking mechanisms under KeSet, System 64, TuBar, and Turbine brands; and electronic locks under CompX eLock and StealthLock brands for use in various applications, such as mailboxes, ignition systems, file cabinets, desk drawers, tool storage cabinets, high security medical cabinetry, integrated inventory and access control secured narcotics boxes, electronic circuit panels, storage compartments, gas station security, vending, and cash containment machines.
It also provides original equipment and aftermarket stainless steel exhaust headers, exhaust pipes, mufflers, and other exhaust components; gauges, such as GPS speedometers and tachometers; mechanical, electronic controls, and throttles; wake enhancement devices, trim tabs, steering wheels, and billet aluminum accessories; dash panels, LED indicators, wire harnesses; and grab handles, pin cleats, and other accessories for performance and ski/wakeboard and performance boats. In addition, the company produces and markets value-added titanium dioxide pigments, a base industrial product used in imparting whiteness, brightness, opacity, and durability to a diverse range of customer applications and end-use markets, including coatings, plastics, paper, inks, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and other industrial and consumer products. The company sells its component products directly to original equipment manufacturers, as well as through distributors.
NL Industries, Inc. was founded in 1891 and is based in Dallas, Texas. NL Industries, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Valhi, Inc.
NL Industries, Inc. (NL) is an Industrials company with a current price of $8.52 and a market cap of $416.62M. It is ranked 3154 by market capitalization. The technical picture is bullish with RSI14 at 80 and moving averages showing a positive crossover: SMA50 at $6.11 and SMA200 at $6.01.
The 30-day range spans $6.56 to $11.06, with a support level at $5.75 and a resistance at $8.52. The stock’s annualized volatility sits at 80%. Forecasts indicate a path of rising averages and upside over the coming years, starting from a 2026 avg of $8.52 and extending to higher targets in 2027–2050 (e.g., 2027 avg $10.55, 2028 avg $12.45, 2030 avg $13.11, 2040 avg $47.82, 2050 avg $77.18).
The outlook is bullish overall, though near-term movement is bounded by a defined range and volatility.
A major floor 43.3% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
The nearest floor, 32.5% below — buyers have tended to step in here.
Price is pressing into resistance (0.0% away) — a breakout level to watch.
A major ceiling 21.7% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key NL support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of NL market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $7.50 | Buy | $7.67 | Buy |
| MA 10 | $7.19 | Buy | $7.26 | Buy |
| MA 20 | $6.57 | Buy | $6.80 | Buy |
| MA 50 | $6.11 | Buy | $6.34 | Buy |
| MA 100 | $6.10 | Buy | $6.16 | Buy |
| MA 200 | $6.01 | Buy | $6.20 | Buy |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 76.95 | Sell |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 88.32 | Sell |
| CCI (20) | 187.47 | Buy |
| Williams %R (14) | 0.00 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | 0.18 | Buy |
| ROC (12) | 42.71 | Buy |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 1.12 | Sell |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 100.00 | Sell |
| TRIX (15) | 0.71 | Buy |
| Awesome (5,34) | 1.23 | Buy |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 71.60 | Sell |
| Momentum (10) | 2.66 | Buy |
| Aroon Osc (25) | 100.00 | Buy |
| Hull MA (9) | 7.74 | Buy |
| ADX (14) | 22.53 | Buy |
| ATR (14) | 0.27 | Info |
The 30-day technical picture shows bullish sentiment supported by a very high RSI of 80, with a bullish price framework evidenced by SMA50 at $6.11 and SMA200 at $6.01. The current trading range for the past 30 days is $6.56 to $11.06, framing near-term upside and downside. Support sits at $5.75 while resistance stands at $8.52, suggesting a cap near current levels unless momentum pushes through the resistance.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5.45 | $8.52 | $12.03 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $8.01 | $10.55 | $14.93 | +24% | Bullish | |
| $9.06 | $12.45 | $18.49 | +46% | Bullish | |
| $8.45 | $12.02 | $18.54 | +41% | Bullish | |
| $8.93 | $13.11 | $20.88 | +54% | Bullish | |
| $10.71 | $16.20 | $26.51 | +90% | Bullish | |
| $13.24 | $20.58 | $34.53 | +142% | Bullish | |
| $15.32 | $24.43 | $41.92 | +187% | Bullish | |
| $15.51 | $25.37 | $44.43 | +198% | Bullish | |
| $16.27 | $27.27 | $48.67 | +220% | Bullish | |
| $25.49 | $47.82 | $92.31 | +461% | Bullish | |
| $34.73 | $77.18 | $166.71 | +806% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | $5.45 | $8.52 | $10.03 | +0.00% |
| June 2026 | $7.14 | $8.47 | $10.34 | -0.59% |
| July 2026 | $7.38 | $8.86 | $11.03 | +4.63% |
| August 2026 | $7.44 | $9.02 | $11.39 | +1.78% |
| September 2026 | $7.12 | $8.71 | $11.13 | -3.48% |
| October 2026 | $7.08 | $8.72 | $11.26 | +0.14% |
| November 2026 | $7.35 | $9.10 | $11.87 | +4.44% |
| December 2026 | $7.33 | $9.14 | $12.03 | +0.41% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month NL forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
NL Industries, Inc.'s 2026 outlook centres on $8.52, within a $5.45 to $12.03 range. That marks a 0% change versus current levels. A consolidation phase looks the most probable path here.
By 2027, NL could reach as high as $14.93, with a base case around $10.55 and support toward $8.01 — roughly +24% from $8.52. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect NL to range from $9.06 to $18.49 through 2028. The $12.45 average target implies a +46% move from current prices. That is up +18% on the projected 2027 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The NL price prediction for 2029 points to an average of $12.02 (low $8.45, high $18.54) — a potential gain of +41% on today's $8.52. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2030, NL is projected to trade between $8.93 and $20.88, averaging $13.11 — a potential gain of +54% from today's $8.52. That is up +9% on the projected 2029 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
NL Industries, Inc.'s 2031 outlook centres on $16.20, within a $10.71 to $26.51 range. That is up +24% on the projected 2030 average. That marks a +90% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
By 2032, NL could reach as high as $34.53, with a base case around $20.58 and support toward $13.24 — roughly +142% from $8.52. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect NL to range from $15.32 to $41.92 through 2033. The $24.43 average target implies a +187% move from current prices. That is up +19% on the projected 2032 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The NL price prediction for 2034 points to an average of $25.37 (low $15.51, high $44.43) — a potential gain of +198% on today's $8.52. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2035, NL is projected to trade between $16.27 and $48.67, averaging $27.27 — a potential gain of +220% from today's $8.52. That is up +7% on the projected 2034 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
NL Industries, Inc.'s 2040 outlook centres on $47.82, within a $25.49 to $92.31 range. That is up +75% on the projected 2035 average. That marks a +461% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2050, NL could reach as high as $166.71, with a base case around $77.18 and support toward $34.73 — roughly +806% from $8.52. Momentum favours further upside here.
Investing $1,000 in NL today (≈ 117.370892 NL) could be worth
$9,058.96
+$8,058.96 (+806%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected NL price of $77.18 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in NLwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in NL on May 27, 2025 (≈ 134.048257 NL) would be worth
$1,142.09
+$142.09 (+14.2%) today · 1.14× · US Dollar
Based on a NL entry price of $7.46 vs. today's $8.52.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $7.26 | $1,173.55 | +17.4% |
| 1 month ago | $5.85 | $1,456.41 | +45.6% |
| 3 months ago | $6.15 | $1,385.37 | +38.5% |
| 6 months ago | $5.65 | $1,507.96 | +50.8% |
| 1 year ago | $7.46 | $1,142.09 | +14.2% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $7.44 | $1,145.16 | +14.5% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
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Our base-case forecast reaches $17.00 around 2032.
Implied market cap at $17.00: $831.28M
The multi-year forecast points to meaningful upside, with 2030 averaging $13.11 and delivering a 53.9% ROI, signaling strong long-run appreciation. The 2040 forecast shows an average of $47.82 with a 461.3% ROI, and the 2050 forecast projects an average of $77.18 with an 805.9% ROI, all indicating substantial long-term upside and bullish sentiment. Additional years show a progressive rise in averages (e.g., 2027 $10.55, 2028 $12.45, 2031 $16.20, 2032 $20.58, 2033 $24.43, 2034 $25.37, 2035 $27.27), reinforcing a bullish trajectory across the mid-to-late decade horizon.
These are estimates, not guarantees, and rely on the stated inputs; real-world outcomes may differ. The asset’s high annualized volatility (80%) underscores the inherent risk and potential for wide swings despite the favorable long-run outlook.
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The 2030 forecast shows an avg price of $13.11 with a max of $20.88 and a min of $8.93, delivering a ROI of 53.9% and a bullish sentiment.
The long-term forecast is bullish, with rising averages and upside through 2030, 2040, and 2050 (e.g., 2040 avg $47.82 with ROI 461.3% and 2050 avg $77.18 with ROI 805.9%). Near term includes neutral in 2026, followed by bullish momentum in subsequent years.
Yes. The 2030 max is $20.88, indicating it can surpass $20 in the forecast window.
$6.56 to $11.06.
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