Quaker Chemical Corporation (KWR) Research

Quaker Chemical Corporation is a global provider of specialized chemical formulations, which it develops, produces, and markets for a broad spectrum of heavy industrial and manufacturing applications. Its global operations are strategically divided into four segments: the Americas; Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA); Asia/Pacific; and dedicated Global Specialty Businesses. The company's extensive product portfolio encompasses a wide array of offerings, including fluids for metal removal, drawing, forming, finishing, and forging, as well as cleaning solutions, corrosion inhibitors, die cast mold release agents, heat treatment and quenching compounds, hydraulic fluids, specialized greases, offshore sub-sea energy control fluids, rolling lubricants, rod and wire drawing fluids, and various surface treatment chemicals. Beyond its products, the company also delivers comprehensive chemical management services. It serves major industries such as steel, aluminum, automotive, aerospace, offshore, can manufacturing, mining, and the broader metalworking sector. Established in 1918, and formerly known as Quaker Chemical Products Corporation until its rebranding in August 1962, Quaker Chemical Corporation is headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.

Market snapshot

Symbol
KWR
Price
$150.18
Day change
+1.40%
Market cap
$2.6B
P/E ratio
610.74x
52-week range
111.32-183.01
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Chemicals - Specialty
Next earnings
in 1 month
Analyst price target
$176.75

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Recent insider activity

  • Coler Thomas — M-Exempt (68 shares) on 2026-06-15
  • Coler Thomas — M-Exempt (2352 shares) on 2026-06-15
  • Coler Thomas — F-InKind (741 shares) on 2026-06-15
  • Coler Thomas — M-Exempt (2352 shares) on 2026-06-15
  • Coler Thomas — M-Exempt (68 shares) on 2026-06-15

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