NYSE:VMC Vulcan Materials (VMC) Stock Price, News & Analysis $231.97 -0.19 (-0.08%) (As of 09/6/2024 ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$231.56▼$236.0350-Day Range$231.94▼$274.5152-Week Range$190.51▼$278.79Volume1.16 million shsAverage Volume808,556 shsMarket Capitalization$30.63 billionP/E Ratio33.86Dividend Yield0.79%Price Target$274.73 Stock AnalysisStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSustainabilityTrendsStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSustainabilityTrends Get Vulcan Materials alerts: Email Address Vulcan Materials MarketRank™ Stock AnalysisAnalyst RatingModerate Buy2.69 Rating ScoreUpside/Downside18.4% Upside$274.73 Price TargetShort InterestHealthy1.24% of Float Sold ShortDividend StrengthStrongBased on Four FactorsSustainability-5.80Upright™ Environmental ScoreNews Sentiment0.39Based on 7 Articles This WeekInsider TradingSelling Shares$249,500 Sold Last QuarterProj. Earnings Growth19.82%From $7.82 to $9.37 Per ShareSee Full Details Hide Full Details Overall MarketRank™New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.4.77 out of 5 starsConstruction Sector5th out of 99 stocksMining & Quarrying Of Nonmetallic Minerals, Except Fuels Industry2nd out of 20 stocks 3.3 Analyst's Opinion Consensus RatingVulcan Materials has received a consensus rating of Moderate Buy. The company's average rating score is 2.69, and is based on 9 buy ratings, 4 hold ratings, and no sell ratings.Amount of Analyst CoverageVulcan Materials has been the subject of 5 research reports in the past 90 days, demonstrating strong analyst interest in this stock.Read more about Vulcan Materials' stock forecast and price target. Previous Next 5.0 Short Interest Percentage of Shares Shorted1.24% of the float of Vulcan Materials has been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverVulcan Materials has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 2, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.Change versus previous monthShort interest in Vulcan Materials has recently decreased by 9.44%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly. Previous Next 3.3 Dividend Strength Dividend YieldVulcan Materials has a dividend yield of 0.78%, which is in the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.Dividend GrowthVulcan Materials has been increasing its dividend for 11 years.Dividend CoverageThe dividend payout ratio of Vulcan Materials is 26.86%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.Dividend SustainabilityBased on earnings estimates, Vulcan Materials will have a dividend payout ratio of 19.64% next year. This indicates that Vulcan Materials will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.Read more about Vulcan Materials' dividend. Previous Next 0.4 Sustainability and ESG Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ScoreVulcan Materials has received a -78.41% net impact score from Upright. The largest negative impact of Vulcan Materials in category "GHG emissions" seems to be driven mostly by its "Construction sand", "Crushed stone", and "Asphalt" products. See details.Environmental SustainabilityThe Environmental Impact score for Vulcan Materials is -5.80. Previous Next 1.9 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentVulcan Materials has a news sentiment score of 0.39. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a lower news sentiment than the 0.72 average news sentiment score of Construction companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 7 news articles for Vulcan Materials this week, compared to 8 articles on an average week.Search InterestOnly 3 people have searched for VMC on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of 0% compared to the previous 30 days.MarketBeat Follows5 people have added Vulcan Materials to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 67% compared to the previous 30 days. Previous Next 2.5 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, Vulcan Materials insiders have sold more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $0.00 in company stock and sold $249,500.00 in company stock.Percentage Held by InsidersOnly 0.62% of the stock of Vulcan Materials is held by insiders.Percentage Held by Institutions90.39% of the stock of Vulcan Materials is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.Read more about Vulcan Materials' insider trading history. Previous Next 2.5 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for Vulcan Materials are expected to grow by 19.82% in the coming year, from $7.82 to $9.37 per share.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of Vulcan Materials is 33.86, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 128.08.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of Vulcan Materials is 33.86, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Construction sector average P/E ratio of about 21.56.Price to Earnings Growth RatioVulcan Materials has a PEG Ratio of 2.15. PEG Ratios above 1 indicate that a company could be overvalued.Price to Book Value per Share RatioVulcan Materials has a P/B Ratio of 3.96. P/B Ratios above 3 indicate that a company could be overvalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.Read more about Vulcan Materials' valuation and earnings. Previous Next See Top Rated MarketRank™ Stocks Here Ad Weiss Ratings“Fed Proof” Your Bank Account with THESE 4 Simple StepsStarting as soon as a few months from now, the United States government will make a sweeping change to bank accounts nationwide. It will give them unprecedented powers to control your bank account.Learn these 4 simple steps and protect your savings before it’s too late. About Vulcan Materials Stock (NYSE:VMC)Vulcan Materials Company, together with its subsidiaries, produces and supplies construction aggregates primarily in the United States. It operates through four segments: Aggregates, Asphalt, Concrete, and Calcium. The company provides crushed stones, sand and gravel, sand, and other aggregates; and related products and services that are applied 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. It also offers asphalt mix and asphalt construction paving services; ready-mixed concrete; and calcium products for the animal feed, plastics, and water treatment industries. 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.Read More VMC Stock Price History View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 30 days | 90 days | 365 days | Advanced Chart VMC Stock News HeadlinesSeptember 6 at 8:34 PM | marketwatch.comVulcan Materials Co. stock falls Friday, still outperforms marketSeptember 5 at 4:26 PM | finance.yahoo.comVulcan (VMC) Down 2.7% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Rebound?September 7, 2024 | Timothy Sykes (Ad)Tim Sykes’ Urgent Trade Alert: “Make this move now”WARNING: 80 Wall Street banks are gearing up for MASSIVE D.C. shock This $2 trillion D.C. shock is NOT about Trump or Biden dropping out of the race…August 30, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comQ3 2024 EPS Estimates for Vulcan Materials (NYSE:VMC) Reduced by Zacks ResearchAugust 29, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comQ1 2025 EPS Estimates for Vulcan Materials (NYSE:VMC) Lowered by AnalystAugust 28, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comVulcan Materials (NYSE:VMC) Receives $274.73 Consensus PT from AnalystsAugust 28, 2024 | bizjournals.comVulcan-owned land in Lorton pitched for new homesAugust 19, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comVulcan Materials (NYSE:VMC) Is Doing The Right Things To Multiply Its Share PriceSeptember 7, 2024 | Timothy Sykes (Ad)Tim Sykes’ Urgent Trade Alert: “Make this move now”WARNING: 80 Wall Street banks are gearing up for MASSIVE D.C. shock This $2 trillion D.C. shock is NOT about Trump or Biden dropping out of the race…August 14, 2024 | benzinga.comInsider Transaction: Thomas Hill Sells $8.70M Worth Of Vulcan Materials SharesAugust 14, 2024 | investorplace.comVIX Vixens: 7 Attractive Stock Bets as the Fear Gauge SpikesAugust 7, 2024 | markets.businessinsider.comBuy Rating on Vulcan Materials: Strong Aggregates Sector and Promising Valuation Despite Concrete Profitability DipAugust 7, 2024 | seekingalpha.comVulcan Materials Company (VMC) Q2 2024 Earnings Call TranscriptAugust 7, 2024 | seekingalpha.comVulcan Materials: Shares Dropped JustifiablyAugust 7, 2024 | msn.comVulcan Materials posts downbeat results on subdued demand for construction suppliesAugust 7, 2024 | markets.businessinsider.comVulcan Materials Co. Q2 Profit Misses EstimatesAugust 7, 2024 | msn.comVulcan Materials Non-GAAP EPS of $2.35, revenue of $2.01BAugust 6, 2024 | investorplace.comVMC Stock Earnings: Vulcan Materials Misses EPS, Misses Revenue for Q2 2024See More Headlines Receive VMC Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for Vulcan Materials and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address Company Calendar Last Earnings8/06/2024Ex-Dividend for 9/4 Dividend8/15/2024Dividend Payable9/04/2024Today9/07/2024Next Earnings (Estimated)10/24/2024Fiscal Year End12/31/2024Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNYSE SectorConstruction Industry Mining & quarrying of nonmetallic minerals, except fuels Sub-IndustryConstruction Materials Current SymbolNYSE:VMC CUSIP92916010 CIK1396009 Webwww.vulcanmaterials.com Phone(205) 298-3000Fax205-298-2960Employees10,382Year Founded1909Price Target and Rating Average Stock Price Target$274.73 High Stock Price Target$319.00 Low Stock Price Target$208.00 Potential Upside/Downside+18.4%Consensus RatingModerate Buy Rating Score (0-4)2.69 Research Coverage13 Analysts Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$6.85 Trailing P/E Ratio33.86 Forward P/E Ratio29.66 P/E Growth2.15Net Income$933.20 million Net Margins12.07% Pretax Margin16.35% Return on Equity12.19% Return on Assets6.43% Debt Debt-to-Equity Ratio0.43 Current Ratio2.48 Quick Ratio1.66 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$7.78 billion Price / Sales3.94 Cash Flow$11.76 per share Price / Cash Flow19.73 Book Value$58.54 per share Price / Book3.96Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares132,060,000Free Float131,432,000Market Cap$30.63 billion OptionableOptionable Beta0.82 Social Links Reduce the RiskMarket downturns give many investors pause, and for good reason. Wondering how to offset this risk? Click the link below to learn more about using beta to protect yourself.Get This Free Report Key ExecutivesMr. James Thomas Hill (Age 65)CEO & Chairman Comp: $5.76MMr. Thompson S. Baker II (Age 66)President Comp: $2.56MMs. Mary Andrews Carlisle (Age 43)Senior VP & CFO Comp: $1.85MMr. Ronnie A. Pruitt (Age 53)Chief Operating Officer Comp: $1.87MMr. Stanley G. Bass (Age 63)Chief Strategy Officer Comp: $2.27MMr. Randy L. Pigg (Age 51)VP, Principal Accounting Officer & Controller Krzysztof SoltanChief Information OfficerMr. Mark D. WarrenVice President of Investor RelationsMr. Denson N. Franklin III (Age 60)Senior VP, General Counsel & Secretary Comp: $1.18MMs. Janet F. KavinokyVice President of External Affairs & Corporate CommunicationsMore ExecutivesKey CompetitorsMartin Marietta MaterialsNYSE:MLMJames Hardie IndustriesNYSE:JHXFortune Brands InnovationsNYSE:FBINCEMEXNYSE:CXEagle MaterialsNYSE:EXPView All CompetitorsInsiders & InstitutionsSanctuary Advisors LLCBought 23,548 shares on 9/5/2024Ownership: 0.018%Clearbridge Investments LLCSold 6,184 shares on 8/27/2024Ownership: 1.961%Teachers Retirement System of The State of KentuckySold 296 shares on 8/26/2024Ownership: 0.008%Cetera Investment AdvisersBought 263 shares on 8/22/2024Ownership: 0.011%Truist Financial CorpSold 442 shares on 8/21/2024Ownership: 0.008%View All Insider TransactionsView All Institutional Transactions Should I Buy Vulcan Materials Stock? VMC Pros and Cons Explained Pros Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Vulcan Materials: Vulcan Materials has a strong presence in the construction materials industry, providing essential products like crushed stones, sand, and gravel that are crucial for infrastructure development. The company operates in the United States, a stable market for construction materials, which can provide consistent demand for Vulcan Materials' products. Recent investments by institutional investors like Vanguard Group Inc. and Capital World Investors indicate confidence in the company's growth potential. Vulcan Materials' diversified product portfolio, including asphalt, concrete, and calcium products, offers resilience against market fluctuations in specific product segments. With a history dating back to 1909, Vulcan Materials has established itself as a reputable and long-standing player in the industry, providing a sense of stability for investors. Cons Investors should be bearish about investing in Vulcan Materials for these reasons: The construction materials industry can be cyclical, subject to economic downturns and fluctuations in construction activity, impacting Vulcan Materials' revenue and profitability. Dependency on the U.S. market exposes Vulcan Materials to regulatory changes, economic conditions, and competition within the region, potentially affecting its financial performance. While institutional investments can signal confidence, sudden divestments or changes in investor sentiment could lead to volatility in Vulcan Materials' stock price. Market competition from other construction materials suppliers may pressure Vulcan Materials' pricing strategies and market share, affecting its competitive position. Investors should carefully monitor the company's financial health, including debt levels and cash flow, to assess its ability to weather industry challenges and maintain growth. These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Vulcan Materials pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com. VMC Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions How have VMC shares performed this year? Vulcan Materials' stock was trading at $227.01 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, VMC stock has increased by 2.2% and is now trading at $231.97. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here. How were Vulcan Materials' earnings last quarter? Vulcan Materials (NYSE:VMC) issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, August, 6th. The construction company reported $2.35 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $2.47 by $0.12. The company's revenue for the quarter was down 4.7% compared to the same quarter last year. Read the conference call transcript. What is J. Thomas Hill's approval rating as Vulcan Materials' CEO? 62 employees have rated Vulcan Materials Chief Executive Officer J. Thomas Hill on Glassdoor.com. J. Thomas Hill has an approval rating of 93% among the company's employees. This puts J. Thomas Hill in the top 30% of approval ratings compared to other CEOs of publicly-traded companies. Who are Vulcan Materials' major shareholders? Vulcan Materials' top institutional investors include Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA (5.43%), Principal Financial Group Inc. (3.35%), Clearbridge Investments LLC (1.96%) and Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC (1.36%). Insiders that own company stock include J Thomas Hill, Stanley G Bass, Jerry F Perkins Jr, Denson N Franklin III, Denson N Franklin III, Thompson S Baker II, Randy L Pigg, David P Clement, Melissa H Anderson and Jason P Teter. View institutional ownership trends. How do I buy shares of Vulcan Materials? Shares of VMC stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services. Compare Top Brokerages Here. What other stocks do shareholders of Vulcan Materials own? Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Vulcan Materials investors own include Xtrackers California Municipal Bond ETF (CA), BlackRock (BLK), Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG), Endologix (ELGX), Micron Technology (MU), NVIDIA (NVDA) and United Rentals (URI). This page (NYSE:VMC) was last updated on 9/7/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff From Our PartnersPerfect Crypto Buying Opportunity for 50 CentsWhen cryptos take a hit, the mom and pop investors run for the hills. 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