Risks for KLX INC (KLXI)

You should carefully consider each of the following risks and uncertainties, which we believe are the principal risks that we face and of which we are currently aware, and all of the other information in this Form 10‑K. Some of the risks and uncertainties described below relate to our business, while others relate to the spin‑off. Other risks relate principally to the securities markets and ownership of our common stock.

If any of the following events actually occur, our business, financial condition or financial results could be materially adversely affected, the trading price of our common stock could decline and you could lose all or part of your investment. Additional risks and uncertainties that we do not presently know about or currently believe are not material may also adversely affect our business and operations.

We sell products to the airline industry, which is a heavily regulated industry, and the ASG business may be adversely affected if our suppliers or customers lose government approvals, if more stringent government regulations are enacted or if industry oversight is increased.

We are directly dependent upon the conditions in the airline, business jet and defense industries and an economic downturn could negatively impact our results of operations and financial condition.

Military spending, including spending on the products we sell, is dependent upon national defense budgets, and a reduction in military spending could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.