Vulcan Materials Company (VMC)

Currency in USD
291.25
-5.61(-1.89%)
Closed·
291.250.00(0.00%)
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Earnings results expected in 14 days
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Fair Value
Day's Range
290.59296.29
52 wk Range
231.76331.09
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
296.86
Open
296
Day's Range
290.59-296.29
52 wk Range
231.76-331.09
Volume
737.17K
Average Vol. (3m)
1.28M
1-Year Change
19.106%
Book Value / Share
64.52
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
324.23
Upside
+11.32%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Management has been aggressively buying back shares

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
Sell

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

Vulcan Materials Company SWOT Analysis


Strategic Crossroads
Substantial cash reserves position Vulcan for potential 2026 strategic initiatives—including acquisitions or share buybacks—despite challenges from moderating volumes and weather disruptions.
Explore Profit Dynamics
Nine consecutive quarters of unit profitability expansion highlight Vulcan's operational efficiency, with gross profit per ton emerging as the critical driver for long-term stock performance.
Financial Resilience
Analysts project EPS growth from $8.49 to $10.30 in the coming fiscal year, with price targets ranging from $285 to $320, reflecting confidence in Vulcan's robust market position.
Cash Harvest Era
Vulcan Materials enters its "cash harvest season" following strong Q3 2025 performance, marking the culmination of a decade-long evolution through volume, margin, and price growth phases.
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Vulcan Materials Company Earnings Call Summary for Q4/2025

  • Vulcan Materials missed Q4 2025 forecasts with EPS of $1.70 (vs. $2.13 expected) and revenue of $1.91B (vs. $1.95B expected), causing shares to drop 8.24% to $300.66 in pre-market trading.
  • Despite the earnings miss, the company achieved 13% year-over-year growth in Adjusted EBITDA to $2.3B, expanded EBITDA margin by 160 basis points to 29.3%, and increased operating cash flow by 29% to over $1.8B.
  • Vulcan returned $698M to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases while increasing free cash flow by over 40% during the fiscal year.
  • For 2026, management projects modest growth with aggregate shipments increasing 1-3%, freight-adjusted selling prices rising 4-6%, and Adjusted EBITDA between $2.4B-$2.6B.
  • Seven analysts have recently revised earnings estimates downward, signaling potential concerns about the company's near-term performance despite CEO Ronnie Pruitt's expressed confidence.
Last Updated: 02/17/2026, 10:58 AM
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Vulcan Materials investor slides for Q4/2025
Vulcan Materials Q4 2025 slides
Last Update: Feb 17, 2026
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Peers
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P/E Ratio
35.2x17.8x3.4x
PEG Ratio
1.944.260.00
Price / Book
4.5x1.8x1.6x
Price / LTM Sales
4.8x1.1x1.4x
Upside (Analyst Target)
10.5%0.0%24.3%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

16 Buy
5 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
22 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 324.23
(+11.32% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Wells Fargo
Hold305.00+4.72%315.00MaintainApr 15, 2026
Morgan Stanley
Hold321.00+10.21%322.00MaintainApr 06, 2026
Barclays
Buy296.00+1.63%320.00MaintainApr 01, 2026
Morgan Stanley
Hold322.00+10.56%321.00MaintainMar 09, 2026
JPMorgan
Hold320.00+9.87%335.00DowngradeMar 04, 2026

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 8.16%
Dividend Yield
0.70%
Industry Median 1.73%
Annualized Payout
2.08
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+7.58%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Feb 17, 2026
EPS / Forecast
1.70 / 2.13
Revenue / Forecast
1.91B / 1.95B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

VMC Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the Vulcan Materials (VMC) Stock Price Today?

The Vulcan Materials stock price today is 291.25 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Vulcan Materials Trade On?

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

What Is the Stock Symbol for Vulcan Materials?

The stock symbol for Vulcan Materials is "VMC."

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

The Vulcan Materials dividend yield is 0.7%.

What Is the Vulcan Materials Market Cap?

As of today, Vulcan Materials market cap is 38.73B USD.

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

The Vulcan Materials EPS (TTM) is 8.16.

When Is the Next Vulcan Materials Earnings Date?

Vulcan Materials will release its next earnings report on Apr 29, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is VMC a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Vulcan Materials Stock Split?

Vulcan Materials has split 3 times.

How Many Employees Does Vulcan Materials Have?

Vulcan Materials has 11548 employees.

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

As of Apr 15, 2026, Vulcan Materials (VMC) is trading at a price of 291.25 USD, with a previous close of 296.86 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 290.59 USD to 296.29 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 231.76 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 324.23 USD, with a high estimate of 365 USD and a low estimate of 198 USD. 16 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +11.32% Upside potential.

What Is the VMC Premarket Price?

VMC's last pre-market stock price is 297.00 USD. The pre-market share volume is 71.00, and the stock has decreased by 0.14, or 0.05%.
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