Apr. 27 at 8:35 PM
$VMC Heads up alert! Upcoming earnings on Wednesday, 4/30/2025 for
$VMC Bearish (2.5)
In recent evaluations of Vulcan Materials Company (VMC), the stock has experienced significant volatility, leading to a bearish consensus among analysts.
The company's trailing P/E ratio stands at approximately 34.75, while the forward P/E is projected at 28.74, indicating a premium valuation relative to industry peers.
Key financial metrics reveal a troubling contrast, with recent earnings reports showcasing a sales increase despite an overall drop in full-year net income.
Analysts noted a 10% stock price drop following a report that included a 7% dividend increase but failed to address market concerns surrounding external pressures and a lack of share repurchases.
This mixed performance has resulted in a projected fair value of approximately US
$177, which is significantly below its current trading price of around US
$224.51.
Moreover, consensus estimates suggest potential EPS growth stagnation and a cautious outlook on revenue forecasts, further solidifying a bearish sentiment towards the stock.
Looking ahead, Vulcan Materials is scheduled to announce its first quarter 2025 earnings on April 30, 2025.
Analysts are approaching this upcoming report with skepticism, given the company's recent performance trends and the macroeconomic environment.
Historical performance indicates that Vulcan has struggled to meet or exceed earnings expectations, which could lead to further downward pressure on the stock if similar results occur.
The consensus among analysts leans towards a cautious outlook, reflecting concerns over rising costs and potential pressures on profitability.
Analyst estimates suggest that without significant improvements in operational efficiency or market conditions, the stock may continue to face headwinds in the near term.
- Funds were net buyers of
$VMC during the previous reporting quarter.
- Top 5 funds with large holdings in
$VMC:
* Alkeon Capital Management LLC
$330MM. CGMFundRank: 86%, Fund Website: www.alkeoncapital.com
* Skye Global Management LP
$110MM. CGMFundRank: 53%, Fund Website: www.edgr.io
* Adage Capital P
$84MM. CGMFundRank: 73%, Fund Website: www.adagecapital.com
* Westfield Capital Management Company LP
$72MM. CGMFundRank: 62%, Fund Website: www.westfieldcapital.com
* Palestra Capita
$55MM. CGMFundRank: 79%
- Last 10 days performance: 0%
- Last 30 days performance: 1%
- Last 90 days performance: -12%
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