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Basic MaterialsMinerals Technologies Inc. · Chemicals - Specialty · $2B
What is Minerals Technologies Inc.?
Minerals Technologies Inc. is a specialty minerals company headquartered in New York City, serving industrial customers across steel, paper, construction, and consumer markets. It operates through three distinct business segments with a global direct sales presence.
Minerals Technologies develops and markets specialty mineral products — including bentonite, precipitated calcium carbonate, quicklime, and refractory materials — to industrial customers worldwide. Revenue is generated through direct sales and regional distributors. Its three segments — Performance Materials, Specialty Minerals, and Refractories — each serve distinct industries, from metal casting and steel production to paper, coatings, and pharmaceuticals.
Founded in 1992 and headquartered in New York City, Minerals Technologies has built a portfolio of mineral-based products serving a wide range of industrial end markets.
- Bentonite and bentonite-based products for metal casting and environmental applications
- Precipitated calcium carbonate and quicklime for paper, coatings, and building materials
- Monolithic and shaped refractory materials for steel and glass industries
- Specialty minerals including limestone and talc for polymer, food, and pharmaceutical uses
Is MTX a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates MTX as Below Average overall, reflecting weakness across most of its five scored pillars.
The Valuation pillar stands out as the relative bright spot, rated Good — suggesting the market may not be pricing in a premium for this stock relative to its fundamentals.
Quality, Moat, Growth, and Risk are all rated Weak, pointing to meaningful challenges in competitive positioning, earnings durability, and financial resilience.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does MTX pay dividends?
Yes — Minerals Technologies Inc. pays a dividend.
Minerals Technologies pays a regular dividend, which may appeal to income-oriented investors in the basic materials sector. For a company with cyclical industrial exposure, a consistent dividend signals some commitment to returning capital. Investors should weigh the dividend against the company's Weak Risk and Quality pillar ratings before relying on it as a stable income source.
When does MTX report earnings?
Minerals Technologies reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for US-listed equities.
Given Weak ratings across Growth and Quality pillars, recent earnings cycles have not demonstrated the kind of consistent expansion or margin strength that higher-rated peers in the sector tend to show. Cyclical end-market demand — particularly in steel and construction — can create quarter-to-quarter variability.
For the most recent quarter's results, visit Minerals Technologies' investor relations page directly.
MTX Price History
-16.3% over 5Y
Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in Minerals Technologies Inc.?
Based on Minerals Technologies Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.
MTX Long-term Outlook
The fundamental outlook for MTX is cautious. Weak Growth and Risk pillar ratings suggest limited near-term earnings momentum and above-average sensitivity to industrial cycle downturns. The Good Valuation rating indicates the stock may already reflect these headwinds in its price. A meaningful re-rating would likely require improvement in end-market demand or a demonstrable strengthening of the company's competitive positioning.
Growth drivers
- Recovery in steel and construction activity driving refractory and bentonite demand
- Expansion into environmental and infrastructure project markets via Performance Materials
- Specialty minerals adoption in growing end markets such as pharmaceuticals and polymers
Key risks
- Cyclical exposure to steel, paper, and construction industries amplifies earnings volatility
- Weak Moat rating suggests limited pricing power against lower-cost competitors
- Risk pillar weakness points to financial or operational vulnerabilities that could pressure results
MTX vs Peers
Minerals Technologies competes in the specialty chemicals and minerals space alongside several focused industrial companies.
Quaker Chemical focuses on process fluids and chemical specialties for metalworking, giving it a different product mix but overlapping industrial customer base.
Ingevity specializes in activated carbon and specialty chemicals derived from pine-based feedstocks, serving automotive and industrial markets with a narrower but differentiated portfolio.
Ashland targets higher-value specialty chemical applications in life sciences, coatings, and personal care — markets that tend to carry stronger margins than commodity mineral processing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Minerals Technologies do?
Minerals Technologies develops and sells specialty mineral products — including bentonite, calcium carbonate, quicklime, and refractory materials — to industrial customers in steel, paper, construction, coatings, and pharmaceutical markets. It operates through three segments: Performance Materials, Specialty Minerals, and Refractories.
Does MTX pay dividends?
Yes, Minerals Technologies pays a regular dividend. Income-focused investors may find this relevant, though the company's Weak Quality and Risk pillar ratings are worth considering alongside the dividend when evaluating total return potential.
When does MTX report earnings?
Minerals Technologies reports on a quarterly cadence, as is standard for US-listed companies. For the exact schedule and most recent results, check the investor relations section of the Minerals Technologies website.
Is MTX a good stock to buy?
UQS Score rates MTX as Below Average, with Weak ratings across Quality, Moat, Growth, and Risk pillars. The Valuation pillar is rated Good, which may reflect limited downside expectations. Whether that profile fits your portfolio depends on your risk tolerance and investment goals.
Is MTX overvalued?
The UQS Valuation pillar for MTX is rated Good, suggesting the stock is not trading at an elevated premium relative to its fundamentals. That said, a favorable valuation alone does not offset the Weak ratings seen across other pillars. Pro members can view the full valuation metrics.
How does MTX compare to its competitors?
Compared to peers like Ashland and Ingevity, Minerals Technologies operates in more commodity-adjacent mineral markets with broader industrial exposure. Competitors in specialty chemicals often target higher-margin end markets. The full UQS comparison across pillars is available to Pro members.
What is MTX's market cap bracket?
Minerals Technologies is classified as a mid-cap company. This places it in a range that typically offers more liquidity than small-caps but less analyst coverage and institutional depth than large-cap peers in the basic materials sector.
Who founded Minerals Technologies?
Minerals Technologies was founded in 1992. Detailed founding history and executive background are publicly available through the company's official website and investor relations materials.
Is MTX a long-term quality investment?
From a quality indicator standpoint, MTX's UQS profile raises caution for long-term investors. Weak ratings across Quality, Moat, and Growth pillars suggest the business has not demonstrated the durable competitive advantages or consistent earnings trajectory associated with high long-term quality scores.
What sector does MTX belong to?
Minerals Technologies operates in the Basic Materials sector, specifically within specialty minerals and chemicals. This sector is sensitive to industrial demand cycles, commodity input costs, and global manufacturing activity — all of which influence MTX's revenue and earnings.
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MTX — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 10, 2026 | 40.4 | 18.5 | 27.0 | 41.9 | 43.2 | 94.4 | +0.4 |
| May 8, 2026 | 40.0 | 18.5 | 27.0 | 39.8 | 43.2 | 94.6 | -0.3 |
| May 7, 2026 | 40.3 | 33.4 | 27.0 | 39.8 | 39.9 | 74.8 | -0.2 |
| May 4, 2026 | 40.5 | 33.4 | 27.0 | 39.8 | 39.9 | 76.5 | +0.1 |
| May 3, 2026 | 40.4 | 33.4 | 27.0 | 39.1 | 39.9 | 76.5 | -0.3 |
| Apr 26, 2026 | 40.7 | 33.4 | 27.0 | 39.1 | 39.9 | 78.8 | 0.0 |
| Apr 22, 2026 | 40.7 | 33.4 | 27.0 | 39.1 | 39.9 | 78.3 | +0.1 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | 40.6 | 33.4 | 27.0 | 38.8 | 39.9 | 78.3 | 0.0 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | 40.6 | 33.4 | 27.0 | 38.8 | 39.9 | 78.4 | -1.7 |
| Apr 14, 2026 | 42.3 | 33.4 | 27.0 | 38.8 | 39.9 | 89.4 | +0.1 |
MTX — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 50.4/100 (25%)Minerals Technologies Inc. has average quality metrics, with room for improvement in margins or capital efficiency.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.
Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 41.9/100 (20%)Minerals Technologies Inc. shows steady but unspectacular growth, typical for mature companies.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.
Year-over-year earnings per share growth.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.
Risk
— 59.4/100 (15%)Minerals Technologies Inc. maintains a reasonable risk profile with manageable debt levels.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Total debt relative to shareholder equity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 85.6/100 (15%)Minerals Technologies Inc. appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.
Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.
How many years of FCF the market cap represents.
P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.
Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.
Moat
— 27/100 (25%)Minerals Technologies Inc. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for MTX.
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How is the MTX UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Minerals Technologies Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.
Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.
Moat (25%) assesses Minerals Technologies Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.
Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.
Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.
Valuation (15%) measures whether Minerals Technologies Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
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