Update shared on04 Sep 2025
Analysts maintained a bullish outlook on Vulcan Materials, citing strong profit growth, sustained margin improvement, and robust revenue performance following a positive Q2 earnings report, with the consensus price target remaining unchanged at $304.05.
Analyst Commentary
- Upward revision in price target reflects confidence in Vulcan Materials' profit growth without reliance on operating leverage.
- Positive reaction to the company's recent Q2 earnings report.
- Sustained margin improvement anticipated despite potential cost headwinds.
- Strong revenue performance supports long-term growth prospects.
- Ongoing Overweight rating indicates continued bullish sentiment on future share appreciation.
What's in the News
- Vulcan Materials has completed the repurchase of 11,596,125 shares (10.42%) for $1,225.32 million under its buyback program, with no shares repurchased in the most recent quarter.
- Vulcan Materials was dropped from multiple Russell growth benchmarks and indices, including the Russell 1000 Growth, 1000 Growth-Defensive, 3000 Growth, 3000E Growth, and Midcap Growth indices.
- Vulcan Materials was added to the Russell 1000 Dynamic Index.
Valuation Changes
Summary of Valuation Changes for Vulcan Materials
- The Consensus Analyst Price Target remained effectively unchanged, at $304.05.
- The Discount Rate for Vulcan Materials remained effectively unchanged, at 7.65%.
- The Consensus Revenue Growth forecasts for Vulcan Materials remained effectively unchanged, at 8.1% per annum.
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