NEWMARKET CORP NEU 65.77
Materials · NYSE · Data as of 2026-10-29
NEWMARKET CORP (NEU) has delivered +3.6% annualized revenue growth, +8.6% earnings growth, and +2.7% dividend growth over 10 years of data. Ranked #378 of 1968 stocks overall and #24 of 153 in the Materials sector by Steady Score.
About NEWMARKET CORP
Company Overview
NewMarket Corporation develops petroleum additives used in lubricants and fuels. Its Afton Chemical business formulates additives that improve engine cleanliness, wear, efficiency and fuel performance, while Ethyl supplies selected fuel additives. Oil companies, lubricant manufacturers and industrial customers blend these products into finished fuels and engine oils for passenger vehicles, heavy equipment and machinery worldwide.
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Business Model & Revenue
Revenue comes from specialty chemical sales under customer formulations and performance requirements. Additive packages combine multiple components and require testing against engine and industry standards. Vehicle miles, lubricant demand, product specifications, pricing and customer inventory drive volume. Petroleum-based raw materials, manufacturing utilization and research spending affect margins, while long qualification cycles shape customer relationships.
Key Facts & Market Position
Additives represent a small portion of fuel or lubricant cost but materially affect engine durability and regulatory compliance. Technical collaboration and proprietary chemistry support durable supply positions. The industry has relatively few global suppliers and customers, creating concentration, while evolving emissions rules and powertrain technology change formulation needs.