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Vulcan Materials

272.92 USD
-4.29
1.55%
At close Feb 7, 4:00 PM EST
After hours
272.92
+0.00
0.00%
1 day
-1.55%
5 days
0.96%
1 month
8.31%
3 months
-6.08%
6 months
13.14%
Year to date
6.79%
1 year
15.39%
5 years
84.75%
10 years
258.30%
 

About: Vulcan Materials is the United States' largest producer of construction aggregates (crushed stone, sand, and gravel). Its largest markets include Texas, California, Virginia, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, and Alabama. In 2023, Vulcan sold 234.3 million tons of aggregates, 13.4 million tons of asphalt mix, and 7.5 million cubic yards of ready-mix. As of Dec. 31, 2022, the company had nearly 16 billion tons of aggregates reserves.

Employees: 10,382

0
Funds holding %
of 6,831 funds
0
Analysts bullish %
of 4 analysts

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q3 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

72% more call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $115M | Put options by funds: $66.7M

64% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 118 | Existing positions closed: 72

19% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 328 | Existing positions reduced: 276

4% more funds holding

Funds holding: 835 [Q2] → 868 (+33) [Q3]

2% less capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $31.9B [Q2] → $31.3B (-$581M) [Q3]

2.29% less ownership

Funds ownership: 97.1% [Q2] → 94.81% (-2.29%) [Q3]

14% less funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 14 [Q2] → 12 (-2) [Q3]

Research analyst outlook

4 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months

Low target
$290
6%
upside
Avg. target
$303
11%
upside
High target
$325
19%
upside

4 analyst ratings

positive
75%
neutral
25%
negative
0%
Raymond James
Patrick Tyler Brown
56% 1-year accuracy
22 / 39 met price target
8%upside
$295
Outperform
Maintained
16 Jan 2025
Citigroup
Anthony Pettinari
44% 1-year accuracy
22 / 50 met price target
10%upside
$301
Buy
Maintained
6 Jan 2025
Stephens & Co.
Trey Grooms
78% 1-year accuracy
18 / 23 met price target
19%upside
$325
Overweight
Reiterated
2 Jan 2025
JP Morgan
Adrian Huerta
0% 1-year accuracy
0 / 4 met price target
6%upside
$290
Neutral
Maintained
27 Nov 2024

Financial journalist opinion

Positive
Seeking Alpha
2 weeks ago
Vulcan Materials: Expecting Construction Market Recovery In 2025; Initiating With 'Buy'
Vulcan Materials, the largest US construction aggregates supplier, is rated 'Buy' with a one-year target price of $300 per share. Strong pricing power and strategic locations enable Vulcan Materials to maintain solid pricing growth despite volume fluctuations. Anticipated high-single-digit price growth for FY25, supported by demand recovery and falling interest rates, underpins Vulcan's growth outlook.
Vulcan Materials: Expecting Construction Market Recovery In 2025; Initiating With 'Buy'
Neutral
PRNewsWire
3 weeks ago
VULCAN ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER 2024 CONFERENCE CALL
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. , Jan. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) will host its fourth quarter 2024 earnings conference call on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
VULCAN ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER 2024 CONFERENCE CALL
Neutral
Benzinga
1 month ago
This Analyst With 85% Accuracy Rate Sees Around 16% Downside In Tesla - Here Are 5 Stock Picks For Last Week From Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts
U.S. stocks settled higher on Friday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite snapping a five-day losing streak.
This Analyst With 85% Accuracy Rate Sees Around 16% Downside In Tesla - Here Are 5 Stock Picks For Last Week From Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts
Positive
Kiplinger
1 month ago
Stocks and Funds for the Infrastructure Building Boom
Investors should consider buying these stocks and funds to make the most of the U.S. industrial renaissance.
Stocks and Funds for the Infrastructure Building Boom
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
Vulcan Materials: Weathered The Storm, Rock Solid Growth Ahead
Vulcan Materials, a leading construction aggregates supplier, shows strong long-term potential due to operational efficiency, pricing power, and strategic acquisitions like Wake Stone. Despite Q3'24 weather-related disruptions and weaker shipments, Vulcan expanded margins and increased free cash flow by 36% year to date. The company's quasi-monopoly status and ability to raise prices yearly justify its premium valuation and make it a strong candidate for long-term investors.
Vulcan Materials: Weathered The Storm, Rock Solid Growth Ahead
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
How Will Vulcan's Acquisition of Superior Ready Mix Boost Its Growth?
VMC's latest acquisition strengthens its position in California's aggregates market.
How Will Vulcan's Acquisition of Superior Ready Mix Boost Its Growth?
Neutral
PRNewsWire
1 month ago
VULCAN TO ACQUIRE LEADING BUILDING MATERIALS COMPANY IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. , Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC), the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Superior Ready Mix Concrete, L.P.
VULCAN TO ACQUIRE LEADING BUILDING MATERIALS COMPANY IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 months ago
Why Is Vulcan (VMC) Up 4.6% Since Last Earnings Report?
Vulcan (VMC) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
Why Is Vulcan (VMC) Up 4.6% Since Last Earnings Report?
Positive
Investors Business Daily
2 months ago
Will Donald Trump Crush These Growth Stocks?
Infrastructure construction in the U.S. is booming and analysts expect significant growth for this industry. The post Will Donald Trump Crush These Growth Stocks?
Will Donald Trump Crush These Growth Stocks?
Positive
Schwab Network
2 months ago
The Big 3: CME, BLK, VMC
Financials and materials take focus in today's Big 3, all of which have seen significant upside growth off post-election anticipation. Jessica Inskip joins Rick Ducat to break down the technical trends in CME Group (CME), Blackrock (BLK), and Vulcan Materials (VMC).
The Big 3: CME, BLK, VMC
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