Vulcan Materials (VMC)

Currency in USD
272.55
-11.37(-4.00%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
271.93288.08
52 wk Range
252.35331.09
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
283.92
Open
288.08
Day's Range
271.93-288.08
52 wk Range
252.35-331.09
Volume
954.63K
Average Volume (3m)
1.15M
1-Year Change
-0.187%
Book Value / Share
65.24
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
325.55
Upside
+19.44%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Has raised its dividend for 12 consecutive years

Vulcan Materials Company News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Analyst Ratings

15 Buy
7 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
23 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 325.55
(+19.44% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
RBC Capital
Hold300.00+10.25%293.00Maintain30/07/2026
UBS
Buy349.00+28.26%350.00Maintain08/07/2026
Wells Fargo
Hold305.00+12.09%310.00Maintain08/07/2026
RBC Capital
Hold293.00+7.68%298.00Maintain30/06/2026
Berenberg
Hold283.00+4.00%-New Coverage02/06/2026

Vulcan Materials Company SWOT Analysis


Market Dominance
Explore Vulcan Materials' strengthened position in the U.S. construction materials industry, with a focus on its strategic acquisitions and market share growth
Financial Resilience
Discover how Vulcan's pricing power and operational efficiency drive profitability, with analysts projecting EPS of $8.53 for FY1 and $9.57 for FY2
Growth Strategies
Learn about Vulcan's acquisition-driven expansion and the Vulcan Way of Operating (VWO) initiative, enhancing cost efficiency and market presence
Industry Outlook
Delve into Vulcan's navigation of weather-related challenges and cyclical market dynamics, with analyst price targets ranging from $259 to $286
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Vulcan Materials Company Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • Vulcan Materials Q2 adjusted EPS of $2.59 beat estimates by $0.04; revenue of $2.16B slightly exceeded forecasts despite $40M diesel headwind.
  • Aggregates pricing rose 5% YoY, helping offset inflation; adjusted EBITDA held flat at $654M with cash gross profit per ton up to $12.00.
  • Company reaffirmed full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance of $2.4B-$2.6B; lowered SG&A guidance to $565M-$575M from $580M-$590M.
  • Management expects pricing at upper end of 4%-6% range by year-end; active M&A pipeline with several deals expected to close in H2 2026.
  • Key risks include persistent diesel inflation, weather disruptions, residential weakness, and near-term margin pressure expected in Q3.
Last Updated: 29/07/2026, 16:04
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Earnings

Latest Release
29/07/2026
EPS / Forecast
2.59 / 2.55
Revenue / Forecast
2.16B / 2.15B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 8.52%
Dividend Yield
0.73%
Industry Median 1.76%
Annualised payout
2.08
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+7.44%
Growth Streak

Compare VMC to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
VMC
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
31.8x19.4x3.7x
PEG Ratio
1.791.590.00
Price/Book
4.2x3.8x1.6x
Price / LTM Sales
4.4x1.0x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
18.9%24.3%45.4%
Fair Value Upside
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Vulcan Materials Company produces and supplies construction aggregates in the United States. It operates through three segments: Aggregates, Asphalt, and Concrete. The company provides crushed stone, sand and gravel, sand, and other aggregates for use in construction and maintenance of highways, streets, and other public works, as well as in the construction of housing and commercial, industrial, and other nonresidential facilities; aggregates that are used as ballast for construction and maintenance of railroad tracks; riprap and jetty stones for use in erosion control along roads and waterways; asphalt mix; asphalt construction paving services; and ready-mixed concrete products. The company was formerly known as Virginia Holdco, Inc. and changed its name to Vulcan Materials Company. Vulcan Materials Company was founded in 1909 and is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.

Employees
11548

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
67.71M52.18%19.22B
Other Institutional Investors
59.36M45.75%16.85B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
2.69M2.07%763.49M
Total
129.75M100.00%36.84B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.7.68%9,962,8022,828,639
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company7.34%9,521,7302,703,410

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FAQ

What Is the Vulcan Materials (NYSE: VMC) Share Price Today?

The Vulcan Materials stock price today is 272.55 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Vulcan Materials (VMC) Trade On?

Vulcan Materials is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Ticker (Stock Symbol) for Vulcan Materials?

The stock symbol (also called a 'ticker') for Vulcan Materials is "VMC."

Does Vulcan Materials Pay Dividends? What’s The Current VMC Dividend Yield?

Yes, VMC Pays Dividends to its Shareholders. The current Vulcan Materials dividend yield is 0.73%.

What Is the Current Vulcan Materials Market Capitalisation?

As of today, Vulcan Materials (NYSE: VMC) market cap is 35.32B USD.

What Is Vulcan Materials's (VMC) Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Vulcan Materials EPS is currently 8.52 (Trailing Twelve Months).

When Is the Next Vulcan Materials Earnings Date?

Vulcan Materials's next earnings report will be released on 29/10/2026.

Is VMC a Buy or Sell From a Technical Analyst Perspective?

Based on today's Vulcan Materials moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal for VMC stock is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Vulcan Materials Stock Split?

Vulcan Materials has split 3 times. (See the VMC stock split history page for full effective split date and price information.)

How Many Employees Does Vulcan Materials Have?

Vulcan Materials has 11548 employees, based on their latest Companies House report.

What is the current trading status of Vulcan Materials (NYSE: VMC)?

As of 30/07/2026, Vulcan Materials (VMC) is trading at a share price of 272.55 USD, with a previous close of 283.92 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 271.93 USD to 288.08 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 252.35 USD to 331.09 USD.

What Is Vulcan Materials (VMC) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Vulcan Materials is 325.55 USD, with a high estimate of 365 USD and a low estimate of 198 USD. 15 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +19.44% Upside potential.

What Is the VMC Premarket Price?

VMC's last pre-market stock price is 284.88 USD. The pre-market share volume is 350.00, and the stock has decreased by 0.96, or 0.34%.
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