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Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) Stock

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Stock Details

Vulcan Materials Company (VMC), a prominent company in the energy & transportation sector within the mining & quarrying of nonmetallic minerals (no fuels) industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $269.93. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $214.69 and $297.11. This places the current price at 90.9% of its 52-week high and 25.7% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 208,887. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US9291601097.

Market Cap

$34.46B

52-Week High

$297.11

-9.15% from high

52-Week Low

$214.69

+25.73% from low

Avg Daily Volume

208,887

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

36.68

Above market average

Forward P/E

31.65

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

2.31

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

4.26

EV/EBITDA

19.31

EPS (TTM)

$7.11

Price to Sales

4.59

Beta

0.84

Less volatile than market

How is VMC valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Vulcan Materials Company trades at a P/E ratio of 36.68, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 31.65 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.31 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is VMC's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.84, Vulcan Materials Company is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 4.26 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

12.50%

Operating Margin

13.30%

Return on Equity

12.10%

Return on Assets

5.98%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

5.80%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

26.90%

How profitable and efficient is VMC's business model?
Vulcan Materials Company achieves a profit margin of 12.50%, meaning it retains $12.50 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 13.30% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 12.10% and ROA at 5.98%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
What are VMC's recent growth trends?
Vulcan Materials Company's revenue grew by 5.80% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 26.90% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against MINING & QUARRYING OF NONMETALLIC MINERALS (NO FUELS) industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$1.87

Dividend Yield

0.75%

Ex-Dividend Date

5/23/2025

Dividend Date

6/6/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from VMC?
Vulcan Materials Company offers a dividend yield of 0.75%, paying $1.87 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 5/23/2025.
How reliable is VMC's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Vulcan Materials Company pays $1.87 per share in dividends against earnings of $7.11 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 26.30%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 6/6/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

132.10M

Book Value/Share

$61.58

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is VMC's market capitalization and position?
Vulcan Materials Company has a market capitalization of $34.46B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 132.10M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the MINING & QUARRYING OF NONMETALLIC MINERALS (NO FUELS) industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does VMC's price compare to its book value?
Vulcan Materials Company's book value per share is $61.58, while the current stock price is $269.93, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 4.38. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$295.68

9.54% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

4

Buy

14

Hold

5

Sell

1

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for VMC?
24 analysts cover VMC with 75% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The strong bullish consensus may already be priced in. The consensus target of $295.68 implies 9.5% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on VMC?
Current analyst recommendations:4 Strong Buy, 14 Buy, 5 Hold, 1 Sell, 0The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 03:33 AM

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