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NPK International Inc. scores 7/10 on the AskCyborg Cyborg Score (Solid). Well-capitalized specialty chemical distributor with strong recent momentum, but valuation warrants caution for new positions. NPK International demonstrates solid execution with Q4 beats, strong 14% net margins, and improving returns. However, a 32x P/E ratio suggests elevated valuation risk, and analyst consensus shows mixed conviction ("Moderate Buy") with execution.

What is NPK International Inc.'s industry? NPK International Inc. operates in Specialty Chemical Distribution. AskCyborg classifies NPK International Inc. under Specialty Chemical Distribution in its company registry.

NPK International is a specialty chemical distributor supplying industrial and performance materials including acetic acid derivatives, alcohols, ketones, esters, glycol ethers, and specialty solvents to coatings, adh...

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Well-capitalized specialty chemical distributor with strong recent momentum, but valuation warrants caution for new...

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Industry Specialty Chemical Distribution
3 named competitors
3 recent developments
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NPK International is a specialty chemical distributor supplying industrial and performance materials including acetic acid derivatives, alcohols, ketones, esters, glycol ethers, and specialty solvents to coatings, adhesives, oil and gas, personal care, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemical industries. The company emphasizes supply-chain security and technical service through regional distribution centers with warehousing and laboratory capabilities.

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The company delivered strong Q4 2025 results beating EPS and revenue estimates, demonstrating improved operating income and margins that support investor confidence in organic demand recovery and pricing leverage. FY-2026 guidance of $305M-$325M revenue is near consensus expectations at the midpoint.

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NPK International operates in specialty chemical distribution alongside larger players like Univar Solutions and Avantor. The company differentiates through regional logistics, technical service capabilities, and supply-chain security focus. Small-cap positioning ($1.2B market cap) provides growth potential but less brand recognition than tier-1 distributors.

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NPK International Inc. operates in Specialty Chemical Distribution.

Key facts

Revenue: $75.2M (Q4 2025) · Market cap: $1.22B

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  • Q4 2025 quarterly revenue of $75.20M exceeded analyst estimates of $69.02M by 9%.
  • Institutional investors own 80.81% of company stock, indicating strong institutional backing.
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  • Feb 2026Q4 2025 earnings beat: $0.13 EPS vs. $0.11 expected, $75.2M revenue vs. $69.0M consensus
  • Feb 2026Stock reached 52-week high of $15.73 following earnings report
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General Chemical DistributionLarger integrated chemical distributor with broader product portfolio→Life Sciences DistributionSpecialty materials distributor serving pharma and biotech→Industrial DistributionBroad-based industrial and electrical distributor→

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Frequently asked questions

What does NPK International Inc. do?+
NPK International is a specialty chemical distributor supplying industrial and performance materials including acetic acid derivatives, alcohols, ketones, esters, glycol ethers, and specialty solvents to coatings, adh...
What is NPK International Inc.'s Cyborg Score?+
NPK International Inc. has a Cyborg Score of 7/10 (Solid). The score synthesizes business model, financials, leadership, competitive position, technology, marketing, and ESG dimensions across hundreds of data points.
Who are NPK International Inc.'s main competitors?+
Named competitors include General Chemical Distribution, Life Sciences Distribution, Industrial Distribution. The full competitive landscape is in the AskCyborg report.
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