VHI vs AVNS Comparison

Valhi Inc is a holding company that provides chemicals, security products, waste management systems, and real estate development and management services through its subsidiaries. It operates its business in three segments, which are Chemicals, Component Products, and Real Estate Management and Development. The company derives maximum revenue from the Chemicals segment, which produces and markets value-added titanium dioxide pigments (TiO2). TiO2 is used to impart whiteness, brightness, opacity, and durability to various products, including paints, plastics, paper, fibers, and ceramics. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from the United States and also has a presence in Germany, Canada, Norway, and Belgium.

Avanos Medical Inc is a United States-based company that develops and sells medical devices and related services globally. Its operating and reportable segment provides medical device products to healthcare providers and patients. The company has now changed two franchises: has combined Chronic Care and Pain Management franchises into a single commercial organization focused on the Digestive Health and Pain Management and Recovery product categories that generate its revenue from its Chronic Care franchise and in North America.