VMC
Vulcan Materials Company · Materials · Building Materials
Last
$310.07
+$1.08 (+0.35%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $309.80 −$0.27 (−0.09%) 6:53 AM ET
Prev close $308.99
Open $309.86
Day high $311.61
Day low $305.18
Volume 1,574,109
Avg vol 1,148,678
Mkt cap
$40.96B
P/E ratio
38.23
FY Revenue
$7.94B
EPS
8.11
Gross Margin
27.38%
Sector
Materials
AI report sections
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
Vulcan Materials combines steady price appreciation near its 52-week high with bullish short-term technical signals, while maintaining solid profitability and free cash flow generation. At the same time, valuation multiples are elevated relative to underlying growth rates, and short interest and intraday volume metrics point to non-trivial positioning risk.
AI summarized at 7:28 PM ET, 2026-02-04
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 68 SWING: 74 LONG: 63
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+41% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.41×
RSI
50.15 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.00 (Strong)
MACD: -0.11 Signal: -0.11
Short-Term
-1.31 (Weak)
MACD: 1.47 Signal: 2.78
Long-Term
-1.04 (Weak)
MACD: 4.77 Signal: 5.81
Intraday trend score 68.20

Latest news

VMC 12 articles Positive: 7 Neutral: 4 Negative: 1
Negative Investing.com • Dan Schmidt
Don’t Try to Catch These 3 Falling Knives

The article warns investors against buying three struggling stocks: PayPal Holdings faces market share losses and missed earnings with an 85% five-year drawdown; Genuine Parts Company reported massive earnings misses and significant charges; and Vulcan Materials Company missed earnings expectations due to a weak housing market. All three stocks show bearish technical indicators suggesting further downside.

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Sentiment note

Missed Q4 2025 earnings significantly with EPS of $1.70 vs expected $2.11 (20% miss) and revenue miss. Weak single-family housing market and dependence on lower-margin data center construction. Stock fell 10% post-earnings and faces resistance at 50-day SMA with bearish MACD crossover confirming further downside.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Sns Insider
Aggregates Market to Reach USD 771.51 Billion by 2033, Owing to Infrastructure Development and Urbanization | Research by SNS Insider

The global aggregates market is projected to grow from USD 548.12 billion in 2025 to USD 771.51 billion by 2033 at a CAGR of 4.40%, driven by infrastructure development, urbanization, and increased adoption of recycled materials. The U.S. market is expected to grow from USD 90.65 billion to USD 121.62 billion over the same period. Crushed stone dominates by type, while concrete leads by application, with Asia-Pacific holding the largest regional market share at 38.27%.

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Sentiment note

Major player in the aggregates market well-positioned to capitalize on infrastructure investments and residential construction growth, particularly in North America.

Positive Benzinga • Prnewswire
VULCAN INCREASES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND ON COMMON STOCK

Vulcan Materials Company announced a 6% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.52 per share, marking the ninth consecutive year of dividend increases. CEO Ronnie Pruitt attributed the increase to strong operational and financial performance and confidence in the company's ability to deliver long-term shareholder value.

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Sentiment note

The company announced its ninth consecutive year of dividend increases (6% raise from $0.49 to $0.52 per share), demonstrating strong financial performance, operational resilience, and management confidence in sustainable long-term growth. Dividend increases are typically viewed as positive signals of company health and shareholder-friendly capital allocation.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Adam Palasciano
Fenimore Sells Off All 244K WAT Shares Valued At $85.1 Million

Fenimore Asset Management completely sold its entire 243,780 shares of Waters Corporation, valued at $85.09 million, representing a full exit from the position during Q3 2025. The sale reflects a strategic portfolio shift amid challenging market conditions for laboratory instrumentation stocks.

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Sentiment note

Listed as a top holding with $204.8 million allocation, no specific performance details provided

Positive Benzinga • Prnewswire
VULCAN DECLARES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND ON COMMON STOCK

Vulcan Materials Company announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.49 per share, payable on November 25, 2025, to shareholders of record as of November 10, 2025.

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Sentiment note

Company is declaring a consistent dividend, indicating financial stability and commitment to shareholder returns. As the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates, the announcement suggests ongoing business strength.

Positive Investing.com • Chris Markoch
3 Infrastructure Stocks Riding the US Building Boom

The article highlights three infrastructure stocks benefiting from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, discussing their potential growth, earnings, and market positioning in the ongoing US infrastructure development.

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Sentiment note

Strong market position in construction aggregates, 86% total return in three years, expected 11% earnings growth, and strategic positioning in states receiving highway formula dollars

Positive Benzinga • Prnewswire
VULCAN INCREASES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND ON COMMON STOCK

Vulcan Materials Company has increased its quarterly cash dividend on common stock by 7%, from $0.46 to $0.49 per share, reflecting the company's favorable outlook, strong cash generation, and commitment to delivering shareholder value.

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Sentiment note

The company has increased its quarterly dividend for the eighth consecutive year, indicating a favorable outlook, strong financial performance, and commitment to shareholder value.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Allied Market Research
Construction Sustainable Materials Market to Reach $687.8 billion, Globally, by 2033 at 7.4% CAGR: Allied Market Research

The construction sustainable materials market is expected to grow significantly due to increasing consumer awareness, government regulations, and advancements in material technology. The structural and insulation segments are expected to lead the market, driven by the demand for eco-friendly and energy-efficient materials.

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Sentiment note

The article mentions Vulcan Materials Company as a leading market player, but does not provide any further information about the company.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Global Market Insights Inc.
Sustainable Construction Materials Market to record $734.9 Bn by 2032, Says Global Market Insights Inc.

The sustainable construction materials market is predicted to reach $734.9 billion by 2032, driven by the growing adoption of green certifications and standards. Companies are focusing on team training and understanding green benchmarks to strengthen their position in the evolving market. However, the adoption of sustainable materials faces challenges, including higher initial costs and varying standards across countries.

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Sentiment note

The article mentions Vulcan Materials as a major participant in the sustainable construction materials market, but does not provide any additional information about the company's performance or outlook.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • N/A
Aggregate in Road Construction Industry Report 2024-2033, Featuring Major Players - Holcim, CRH, CEMEX, Vulcan Materials Company, and Terex

The aggregate in road construction market is expected to grow rapidly from $735.36 billion in 2023 to $1.33 trillion in 2028, driven by factors such as increased urbanization, smart city initiatives, and the rise in road transportation. Leading companies in the market are focusing on developing innovative products like carbon-neutral asphalt to align with sustainability goals.

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Sentiment note

Vulcan Materials Company is mentioned as one of the major players in the aggregate in road construction market, highlighting their importance and influence in the industry.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com
Construction Aggregate Industry Report 2024: Global Market to Reach $524.38 Billion by 2028 - Long-term Forecasts to 2033, Infrastructure Boom and Urbanization Trends Propel Growth

The global construction aggregate market is expected to grow from $380.75 billion in 2023 to $524.38 billion by 2028, driven by infrastructure development and urbanization trends. Key factors include rising construction activities, increased use of recycled aggregates, and growing government spending on public infrastructure.

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Sentiment note

The article mentions Vulcan Materials Company as one of the leading companies in the construction aggregate market, indicating their strong position in the industry.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com
Global Metal Products Market Poised for Growth, Projected to Reach $4.66 Trillion by 2033 | 2024 Research Report

The global metal products market is expected to grow significantly, reaching $4.66 trillion by 2033, driven by advancements in various sectors and increased metal recycling initiatives. However, rising raw material prices and trade barriers pose challenges to the market's growth.

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Sentiment note

The article does not provide any specific information about Illinois Tool Works Inc., so a neutral sentiment is assigned.

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