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U.S. Basic Materials Industry Analysis

UpdatedJul 02, 2026
DataAggregated Company Financials
Companies15
  • 7D-5.3%
  • 3M2.3%
  • 1Y9.5%
  • YTD-8.7%

Over the last 7 days, the Basic Materials industry has dropped 2.5%, driven by a pullback from CRH of 6.1%. Meanwhile, Suncrete actually outperformed within the industry, gaining 7.9% in the last week. Over the past 12 months, the industry was up 11%. As for the next few years, earnings are expected to grow by 12% per annum.

Industry Valuation and Performance

Has the U.S. Basic Materials Industry valuation changed over the past few years?

DateMarket CapRevenueEarningsPEAbsolute PEPS
Thu, 02 Jul 2026US$167.1bUS$61.1bUS$6.7b21.2x24.9x2.7x
Sat, 30 May 2026US$163.4bUS$61.2bUS$6.7b22.4x24.4x2.7x
Mon, 27 Apr 2026US$176.3bUS$60.2bUS$6.8b24.6x26x2.9x
Wed, 25 Mar 2026US$158.3bUS$60.0bUS$6.8b22.7x23.3x2.6x
Fri, 20 Feb 2026US$184.3bUS$59.8bUS$6.8b22.6x27.1x3.1x
Sun, 18 Jan 2026US$183.9bUS$59.8bUS$6.7b26.5x27.5x3.1x
Tue, 16 Dec 2025US$182.9bUS$59.8bUS$6.7b26.2x27.4x3.1x
Thu, 13 Nov 2025US$171.4bUS$59.9bUS$6.7b24.5x25.5x2.9x
Sat, 11 Oct 2025US$176.9bUS$58.7bUS$6.3b24.3x28x3x
Mon, 08 Sep 2025US$173.1bUS$58.7bUS$6.3b25.4x27.4x3x
Wed, 06 Aug 2025US$159.9bUS$58.1bUS$6.3b20.1x25.4x2.8x
Fri, 04 Jul 2025US$152.2bUS$58.0bUS$6.3b21.9x24.1x2.6x
Sun, 01 Jun 2025US$149.7bUS$58.0bUS$6.3b19.9x23.7x2.6x
Tue, 29 Apr 2025US$145.8bUS$57.6bUS$7.5b16.9x19.4x2.5x
Thu, 27 Mar 2025US$149.2bUS$57.6bUS$7.5b17.3x19.8x2.6x
Sat, 22 Feb 2025US$152.0bUS$57.1bUS$7.5b19.5x20.3x2.7x
Mon, 20 Jan 2025US$164.8bUS$59.1bUS$7.4b24.5x22.4x2.8x
Wed, 18 Dec 2024US$167.4bUS$59.1bUS$7.4b25.5x22.7x2.8x
Fri, 15 Nov 2024US$173.0bUS$59.1bUS$7.4b24.1x23.5x2.9x
Sun, 13 Oct 2024US$154.9bUS$58.7bUS$7.6b22.4x20.5x2.6x
Tue, 10 Sep 2024US$141.7bUS$58.7bUS$7.6b19.2x18.8x2.4x
Thu, 08 Aug 2024US$142.3bUS$58.9bUS$7.5b18.2x19x2.4x
Sat, 06 Jul 2024US$136.7bUS$58.5bUS$7.4b20.3x18.4x2.3x
Mon, 03 Jun 2024US$147.6bUS$58.5bUS$7.4b20.9x19.8x2.5x
Wed, 01 May 2024US$146.7bUS$58.3bUS$6.4b24x22.8x2.5x
Fri, 29 Mar 2024US$157.8bUS$58.3bUS$6.4b26.1x24.6x2.7x
Sun, 25 Feb 2024US$145.7bUS$56.9bUS$6.2b21.3x23.5x2.6x
Tue, 23 Jan 2024US$128.6bUS$55.9bUS$6.0b19.8x21.5x2.3x
Thu, 21 Dec 2023US$125.9bUS$56.0bUS$6.0b19.3x21.1x2.3x
Sat, 18 Nov 2023US$113.8bUS$56.2bUS$6.0b16x18.9x2x
Mon, 16 Oct 2023US$69.6bUS$21.9bUS$2.6b22.3x26.9x3.2x
Wed, 13 Sep 2023US$71.9bUS$21.9bUS$2.6b22.4x27.8x3.3x
Fri, 11 Aug 2023US$74.8bUS$21.9bUS$2.6b24.1x29.1x3.4x
Sun, 09 Jul 2023US$71.9bUS$21.5bUS$2.5b21.1x28.4x3.3x
Price to Earnings Ratio

28.4x


Total Market Cap: US$71.9bTotal Earnings: US$2.5bTotal Revenue: US$21.5bTotal Market Cap vs Earnings and Revenue0%0%0%
U.S. Basic Materials Industry Price to Earnings3Y Average 23.5x202420252026
Current Industry PE
  • Investors are relatively neutral on the American Basic Materials industry at the moment, indicating that they anticipate long term growth rates to remain steady.
  • The industry is trading close to its 3-year average PE ratio of 23.5x.
  • The industry is trading close to its 3-year average PS ratio of 2.7x.
Past Earnings Growth
  • The earnings for companies in the Basic Materials industry have grown 38% per year over the last three years.
  • Revenues for these companies have grown 42% per year.
  • This means that more sales are being generated by these companies overall, and subsequently their profits are increasing too.

Industry Trends

Which industries have driven the changes within the U.S. Materials industry?

US Market1.64%
Materials-0.52%
Basic Materials-5.32%
Construction Materials-5.32%
Industry PEThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.
Forecasted GrowthThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.

Top Stock Gainers and Losers

Which companies have driven the market over the last 7 days?

CompanyLast Price7D1YValuation
RMIX SuncreteUS$21.935.0%
+US$89.9m		97.9%PS9.6x
SMID Smith-MidlandUS$30.593.0%
+US$4.7m		-11.3%PE15.4x
RETO ReTo Eco-SolutionsUS$2.527.9%
+US$1.5m		-94.4%PS6.1x

Latest News

KNF
US$82.87
Knife River
7D
-8.7%
1Y
2.0%
Narrative Update • Jun 30

KNF: Public Infrastructure And Profitability Efforts Will Shape Execution Risk Balancing

Analysts have lifted Knife River's fair value estimate from $75.00 to $80.00. This reflects updated models around public infrastructure exposure, corporate profitability initiatives, and refreshed price targets that now cluster in the mid to upper $90s and low $100s per share.
MLM
US$579.24
Martin Marietta Materials
7D
-6.1%
1Y
3.7%
Narrative Update • Jun 30

MLM: Lhoist Deal And Infrastructure Demand Will Support Long Term Upside

Analysts have modestly reduced their fair value estimate for Martin Marietta Materials by about $17 to roughly $683, reflecting slightly lower assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins while still acknowledging the company’s strong aggregates position and competitive moat highlighted in recent research coverage. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Martin Marietta Materials shows a mix of optimism about the company’s core aggregates business and caution around valuation and macro sensitivities, which together help explain the modest trim to fair value estimates.
EXP
US$219.15
Eagle Materials
7D
-6.2%
1Y
2.5%
VMC
US$295.03
Vulcan Materials
7D
-4.0%
1Y
11.0%
TTAM
US$18.40
Titan America
7D
-2.0%
1Y
44.7%
Narrative Update • Jun 26

TTAM: I Expect 3D Concrete Ambitions Will Not Justify Current Pricing

Analysts have lifted their price target for Titan America from $14.00 to $15.00, reflecting updated assumptions on fair value, discount rate, revenue, profit margins and future P/E expectations. What’s in the News for Titan America Titan America introduced xForm3D, a U.S. patented 3D printable concrete product family aimed at digital and automated construction across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and coastal projects, addressing labor constraints and affordable housing needs.
CRH
US$105.19
CRH
7D
-6.1%
1Y
11.3%
Narrative Update • Jun 25

CRH: Arcosa Acquisition Will Support Stronger Future Shareholder Returns

Analysts have made a small upward adjustment to the CRH price target, moving it from $142.66 to $142.95. This reflects slightly different assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E.
RMIX
US$21.93
Suncrete
7D
5.0%
1Y
97.9%
Seeking Alpha • Jun 24

Suncrete: Local Scale Can Make Ready-Mix More Valuable Than It Looks

Summary Suncrete Inc. earns a buy rating due to its local scale advantage in ready-mix concrete, driving growth and margin potential. RMIX’s roll-up strategy—acquiring and integrating local operators—should enhance operational efficiency, margin expansion, and earnings compounding over time. Despite mixed residential demand, RMIX’s Sunbelt focus and exposure to public infrastructure provide a robust demand backdrop and opportunity for share gains. Valuation appears attractive; if RMIX achieves its EBITDA ramp, upside of ~40% is possible, though integration and construction cyclicality remain key risks. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
USLM
US$106.03
United States Lime & Minerals
7D
-1.1%
1Y
3.5%
Seeking Alpha • Jun 16

United States Lime & Minerals' Plunge Doesn't Offer A Chance To Buy In Cheap

Summary United States Lime & Minerals remains robust, but recent Q1 2026 results showed revenue and profitability declines amid weaker end-market demand. USLM's valuation remains elevated, trading at 4.60x book value, limiting upside despite a debt-free balance sheet and $383.2 million in cash. Management is optimistic for the remainder of 2026, citing ongoing investments like a $65 million kiln project expected to start this summer. I maintain a 'Hold' rating on USLM, as current pricing does not sufficiently discount recent weakness or justify a more bullish stance. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
SMID
US$30.59
Smith-Midland
7D
3.0%
1Y
-11.3%
LOMA
US$11.32
Loma Negra Compañía Industrial Argentina Sociedad Anónima
7D
-1.0%
1Y
1.2%
RETO
US$2.52
ReTo Eco-Solutions
7D
7.9%
1Y
-94.4%