NewMarket Posts Higher Q2 Profit on Strong Margins and Specialty Materials Growth
NewMarket Corporation (NYSE: NEU) reported higher second-quarter and first-half 2026 earnings, driven by improved profitability in its petroleum additives business and continued growth in its specialty materials segment. Despite modest revenue growth, the company benefited from pricing actions, operational efficiency, and contributions from recent acquisitions, while continuing to navigate supply chain challenges linked to the…