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Vulcan Materials Co (VMC) Earnings: 4Q Adjusted EPS Surpasses Estimates with Strong Performance

By February 18, 2025 No Comments
  • Vulcan Materials reported an adjusted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations of $2.17, surpassing the estimate of $1.75.
  • The company’s revenue for the fourth quarter was $1.85 billion, marking a 1.1% increase year-over-year and exceeding the estimated revenue of $1.82 billion.
  • Adjusted EBITDA came in at $550 million, a 16% increase from the previous year, and above the estimation of $496.1 million.
  • Analyst recommendations for Vulcan Materials include 18 buy ratings, 7 hold ratings, and 1 sell rating.

Vulcan Materials Co on Smartkarma

Analyst coverage of Vulcan Materials Co on Smartkarma highlights key insights from Baptista Research. In their report titled “Vulcan Materials Company: Strong Focus on Infrastructure & Private Sector Demand Is A Potential Growth Catalyst! – Major Drivers,” the research firm notes the company’s third-quarter earnings and the impact of challenges faced during the period. Despite facing significant disruptions from four hurricanes and high rainfall affecting critical markets, Vulcan Materials Co displayed resilience. Aggregate shipments decreased by 10% primarily due to adverse weather conditions affecting operations in multiple states.

Baptista Research‘s analysis underscores both the challenges and achievements experienced by Vulcan Materials Co, shedding light on the company’s performance in the face of external challenges. The research report showcases the potential growth catalysts of a strong focus on infrastructure and private sector demand. By providing in-depth analysis and insights, independent analysts on Smartkarma, like Baptista Research, offer valuable perspectives for investors evaluating Vulcan Materials Co‘s prospects.


A look at Vulcan Materials Co Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value3
Dividend2
Growth4
Resilience3
Momentum4
OVERALL SMART SCORE3.2

Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma

Analysts have noted that Vulcan Materials Co, a company specializing in producing construction aggregates, has received mixed ratings based on the Smartkarma Smart Scores. While the company scores well in Growth and Momentum, with ratings of 4 each, it falls slightly short in the areas of Value and Resilience, with scores of 3 for both. In terms of Dividend, Vulcan Materials Co received a score of 2. This suggests a positive long-term outlook with strong potential for growth and market momentum.

Vulcan Materials Co‘s diversified product lines, including aggregates, asphalt mix, concrete, and cement, position the company well for future expansion. With a focus on growth and maintaining market momentum, coupled with efforts to enhance value and resilience, Vulcan Materials Co appears to be strategically positioned to capitalize on opportunities in the construction materials industry.


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