VMC Trading Volume Surges 43.72% to $390M Ranks 328th in Market Activity

Vulcan Materials (VMC) closed July 30 with a 0.42% decline, trading at $272.00. Daily trading volume surged 43.72% to $390 million, ranking it 328th in market activity. The stock’s 52-week range remains between $215.08 and $298.31.

Analysts anticipate Q2 2025 earnings of $2.58 per share on July 31, a 7.3% year-over-year increase. Historical data shows mixed outcomes: while Q1 2025 exceeded estimates by $0.22, driving a 0.5% price rise, other recent quarters saw declines. The company’s 5.75% revenue growth outpaces peers but lags in profitability metrics like net margin (7.89%) and return on equity (1.59%).

Analysts maintain a “Buy” consensus for VMC, with a $303.75 average price target implying a 10.89% upside. Institutional ownership has grown, including a 21.2% stake increase by Allianz Asset Management in Q1 2025. However, VMC’s debt-to-equity ratio (0.67) and lower ROE compared to industry averages highlight leverage and efficiency concerns.

Peer analysis underscores VMC’s revenue growth leadership but reveals challenges. Martin Marietta Materials, with a 114.59% upside, and Eagle Materials, facing an 11.8% downside, reflect divergent market expectations. VMC’s market cap ($36.19 billion) exceeds industry norms, signaling robust investor confidence despite operational headwinds.

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