Martin Marietta Materials (MLM) Stock Overview
A natural resource-based building materials company, supplies aggregates and heavy-side building materials to the construction industry in the United States and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 1/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 3/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$577.33 |
| 52 Week High | US$710.97 |
| 52 Week Low | US$525.38 |
| Beta | 1.1 |
| 1 Month Change | 3.34% |
| 3 Month Change | -0.89% |
| 1 Year Change | 6.36% |
| 3 Year Change | 35.35% |
| 5 Year Change | 68.70% |
| Change since IPO | 2,244.49% |
Recent News & Updates
Seeking Alpha • Jun 14
Martin Marietta: Strong Aggregates Focus, But Not At This Valuation
Summary Martin Marietta Materials is executing a strategic shift to a pure aggregates model, enhancing its economic moat and operational leverage. Temporary accounting impacts from recent acquisitions have masked underlying margin strength, with true profitability expected to emerge in H2 as inventory step-up costs subside. MLM's valuation is estimated at $604 per share, with a hold rating. Key risks include energy cost volatility, integration of recent acquisitions, and a higher effective tax rate, but a robust cash position and infrastructure demand underpin the investment case. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jun 02
MLM: Fair Outlook Balances Infrastructure Tailwinds With Housing And Execution Risks
Analysts have trimmed the Martin Marietta Materials fair value estimate by about $13 to $548, citing more conservative assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins, as well as a slightly higher discount rate, even as they continue to highlight the company's competitive moat and pricing power in recent research. Analyst Commentary Street research on Martin Marietta Materials has been active, with several firms adjusting their stance and targets as they reassess assumptions for growth, margins, and valuation.Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • Jun 14
Martin Marietta: Strong Aggregates Focus, But Not At This Valuation
Summary Martin Marietta Materials is executing a strategic shift to a pure aggregates model, enhancing its economic moat and operational leverage. Temporary accounting impacts from recent acquisitions have masked underlying margin strength, with true profitability expected to emerge in H2 as inventory step-up costs subside. MLM's valuation is estimated at $604 per share, with a hold rating. Key risks include energy cost volatility, integration of recent acquisitions, and a higher effective tax rate, but a robust cash position and infrastructure demand underpin the investment case. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Jun 02
MLM: Fair Outlook Balances Infrastructure Tailwinds With Housing And Execution Risks
Analysts have trimmed the Martin Marietta Materials fair value estimate by about $13 to $548, citing more conservative assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins, as well as a slightly higher discount rate, even as they continue to highlight the company's competitive moat and pricing power in recent research. Analyst Commentary Street research on Martin Marietta Materials has been active, with several firms adjusting their stance and targets as they reassess assumptions for growth, margins, and valuation.
Narrative Update • May 05
MLM: Asset Reshaping And 2026 Guidance Will Support Long-Term Upside
Analysts have trimmed the blended fair value estimate for Martin Marietta Materials to $800 from $804. This reflects a mix of recent price target cuts and increases as they update models for adjusted revenue growth, slightly lower profit margins, and revised sector expectations.Narrative Update • Apr 20
MLM: Quikrete Asset Exchange And M&A Pipeline Will Support Long-Term Upside
Analysts now see Martin Marietta Materials' fair value holding at $804, with recent price target tweaks reflecting updated views on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Martin Marietta Materials shows a mix of target trims and upgrades, with several bullish analysts emphasizing execution on portfolio moves and refreshed modeling rather than broad shifts in stance.
Narrative Update • Apr 06
MLM: Infrastructure Spending And Portfolio Simplification Will Support A Constructive Long Term Outlook
Analysts have nudged their blended price target for Martin Marietta Materials higher to about $700, with the change tied to refreshed models that reflect updated revenue growth and margin assumptions following recent target moves both up and down across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Martin Marietta Materials reflects an active debate around valuation, execution on recent transactions, and the durability of growth expectations.Narrative Update • Mar 23
MLM: Quikrete Asset Exchange Will Support Constructive Long Term Expectations
Analysts have nudged the fair value estimate for Martin Marietta Materials up from $780 to $804, reflecting updated price targets that factor in recent model revisions, the completed Quikrete asset exchange, and ongoing sector level adjustments across the machinery and construction group. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Martin Marietta Materials has centered on refreshed price targets and updated models following the completed Quikrete asset exchange and the company's latest guidance.Narrative Update • Mar 09
MLM: Fair Outlook Balances SOAR 2030 Ambitions With Post Transaction Execution Risks
Our analyst price target for Martin Marietta Materials has been raised to $561.92 from $546.02, as analysts factor in updated post Quikrete transaction modeling, revised guidance, and refreshed assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate, and future P/E following a series of recent Street price target changes. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Martin Marietta Materials has centered on the completed asset swap with Quikrete, refreshed guidance, and updated modeling around the company’s long term SOAR 2030 framework.Narrative Update • Feb 23
MLM: Higher Revenue And Margin Assumptions Will Support Constructive Future Expectations
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Martin Marietta Materials up to $780 from $758, reflecting refreshed models after recent price target moves across the Street and updated views on revenue growth, margins, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Street research on Martin Marietta Materials has been active, with a mix of higher and lower price targets that feed into the refreshed fair value estimate.Narrative Update • Feb 08
MLM: Broad Volume Recovery And Infrastructure Demand Will Support Mixed Future Expectations
Analysts nudged their fair value estimate for Martin Marietta Materials up by $4 to $758, citing updated assumptions that include a slightly lower discount rate, adjusted revenue growth and margin expectations, and a higher future P/E multiple, in line with recent mixed but generally supportive price target actions on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Martin Marietta Materials has been mixed, but there is a clear group of bullish analysts highlighting upside drivers tied to execution, pricing power, and capital deployment.Narrative Update • Jan 25
MLM: Normalized Weather And Infrastructure Spending Will Guide A Balanced Outlook
Analysts have nudged their price target for Martin Marietta Materials slightly higher to about US$681. This reflects modestly higher fair value estimates, a small adjustment to discount and growth assumptions, and recent mixed but generally constructive updates on pricing and volume trends from several research firms.Narrative Update • Jan 11
MLM: Weather Normalization And Infrastructure Spending Will Shape Fairly Valued Outlook
Analysts have raised their price targets on Martin Marietta Materials into the mid to high US$600s, citing updated EBITDA estimates and indications of a broad volume recovery supported by more normal weather conditions and steady infrastructure spending. Analyst Commentary Bullish and cautious voices are both weighing in on Martin Marietta Materials, and their latest price target moves give you a sense of how they see the risk and reward trade off after the recent Q3 update.Narrative Update • Dec 27
MLM Limited Upside Expected As Construction Demand And Pricing Power Face Headwinds
Analysts have lifted their price target on Martin Marietta Materials by about $40, to the mid $600s per share, citing higher EBITDA expectations from broad volume recovery, weather normalization in key regions, and sustained infrastructure strength, even as they temper long term growth and valuation assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a mixed but generally constructive stance on Martin Marietta, with upward revisions to price targets balanced by more tempered views on the pace and durability of growth.Narrative Update • Dec 12
MLM Broad Volume Recovery And Infrastructure Demand Will Support Stronger Future Performance
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Martin Marietta Materials to $754 from $700, citing higher EBITDA expectations driven by signs of a broad volume recovery, improved weather driven activity in key regions, and still robust infrastructure spending despite a somewhat more conservative long term growth outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent research commentary on Martin Marietta Materials has turned increasingly constructive, as bullish analysts lift price targets and emphasize the company’s leverage to an improving demand backdrop.Narrative Update • Nov 28
MLM: Sector Recovery And Infrastructure Trends Will Influence Performance Through 2026
Analysts have modestly increased their price targets for Martin Marietta Materials. The average target has risen from $670 to $700, citing a robust recovery in construction volumes and improving sector fundamentals as key factors behind the revision.Narrative Update • Nov 14
MLM: Future Volume Trends And Infrastructure Spending Will Shape Share Performance
The consensus analyst price target for Martin Marietta Materials has been increased by $2.64 to $666.29, as analysts cite an improving outlook for volumes and continued infrastructure spending. Analyst Commentary Analysts have recently updated their assessments of Martin Marietta Materials, reflecting a mix of optimism and caution as the company navigates changes in industry dynamics and macroeconomic factors.Narrative Update • Oct 31
MLM: Improving Inventory And Sector Demand Trends Will Balance Near-Term Uncertainty
Analysts have modestly increased their price target for Martin Marietta Materials to approximately $664 from $658. They cite improved inventory trends, constructive sector outlooks, and recent strategic initiatives as supportive factors for the company's valuation.Narrative Update • Oct 16
US Infrastructure And Sunbelt Trends Will Sustain Aggregate Demand
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Martin Marietta Materials to $658 from $648, citing improving industry demand, recent strategic transactions, and better-than-expected earnings results. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts have raised price targets for Martin Marietta, reflecting expectations for improved demand trends and a positive earnings outlook, especially following a strong Q2 performance.Analysis Article • Sep 12
Should You Investigate Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (NYSE:MLM) At US$631?
Let's talk about the popular Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. ( NYSE:MLM ). The company's shares saw a double-digit...Narrative Update • Sep 05
US Infrastructure And Sunbelt Trends Will Sustain Aggregate Demand
Analysts have raised their price target for Martin Marietta Materials on improving demand outlook, strong Q2 execution, and strategic benefits from the Quikrete deal, resulting in a modest target increase from $646.18 to $647.32. Analyst Commentary Improving demand trends anticipated for construction materials industry in H2 2025 and 2026, with Q2 likely marking the trough of softer demand.Analysis Article • Jul 09
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.'s (NYSE:MLM) Price In Tune With Earnings
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.'s ( NYSE:MLM ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 31.6x might make it look like a...Seeking Alpha • Apr 26
Martin Marietta Materials: Shares Haven't Dropped Enough
Summary I maintain a 'hold' rating on Martin Marietta Materials due to high share prices and mixed financial performance. Recent financials show revenue growth in aggregates but declines in cement and ready mixed concrete due to asset sales and market softness. Management's optimistic 2025 outlook is tempered by economic uncertainties and a higher valuation compared to similar firms. Significant exposure to vulnerable industries like public infrastructure, non-residential, and residential markets justifies the continued 'hold' rating. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 24
Martin Marietta Materials: Impressive Fundamentals, But Overvalued
Summary Martin Marietta Materials has impressive fundamentals but is currently overvalued, with declining sales and earnings, and weather-related impacts affecting performance. Despite solid cash flow and market dominance in key areas, MLM's valuation is inflated, trading at a P/E of almost 29x, well above historical averages. Risks include declining sales volumes, insider selling trends, and insufficient upside to justify the high valuation, leading to a "Hold" rating. I recommend MLM as a "Hold" with a price target of $360-$400/share, based on qualitative strengths but insufficient valuation indicators. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 31
Martin Marietta Materials: A Spike In Shares After Q3 Results Is A Great Time For A Downgrade
Summary Martin Marietta Materials saw its shares rise nicely, even after reporting disappointing revenue and earnings for the third quarter of the company's 2024 fiscal year. Although MLM has had a great run, shares are getting rather pricey, but recent guidance for 2024 is encouraging. Shares look pricey, and investors should consider seeing the firm in a more neutral light than a bullish one. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Aug 20
Martin Marietta: Headwinds, High Valuation Ratios, And Lack Of Insider Buying Activity
Summary Martin Marietta Materials reported challenging Q2 2024 results with lower-than-expected revenue and EPS due to inventory adjustments, weather disruptions, and high-interest rates. The acquisition of Blue Water Industries led to a $20 million gross profit decline due to markup in their inventories, artificially increasing costs and reducing profit margins. The company appears overvalued compared to its sector, and the lack of insider buying activity, coupled with significant insider selling, raises some concerns. Therefore, my rating for this stock is a Hold until some of the headwinds ease, the share price recovers from the pullback, and (ideally) insiders begin buying shares in their company. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Aug 19
Decisive Acquisitions And Solid Market Fundamentals Set The Stage For Robust Growth
Acquisition of operations from Blue Water Industries and the synergy from integrating recent acquisitions significantly enhance Martin Marietta Materials' market share and operational efficiency.Shareholder Returns
| MLM | US Basic Materials | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 4.2% | 5.2% | 0.5% |
| 1Y | 6.4% | 12.5% | 23.5% |
Return vs Industry: MLM underperformed the US Basic Materials industry which returned 12.5% over the past year.
Return vs Market: MLM underperformed the US Market which returned 23.5% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| MLM volatility | |
|---|---|
| MLM Average Weekly Movement | 4.2% |
| Basic Materials Industry Average Movement | 5.7% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.7% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: MLM has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: MLM's weekly volatility (4%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | 9,600 | Ward Nye | www.martinmarietta.com |
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc., a natural resource-based building materials company, supplies aggregates and heavy-side building materials to the construction industry in the United States and internationally. It operates through East Group and West Group segments. The company offers crushed stone, sand, and gravel products; ready mixed concrete and asphalt; and paving products and services for use in the infrastructure projects, and nonresidential and residential construction projects, as well as in the railroad, agricultural, utility, and environmental industries.
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| MLM fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$34.67b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$965.00m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$6.35b |
35.9x
P/E Ratio5.5x
P/S RatioIs MLM overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| MLM income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$6.35b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$4.46b |
| Gross Profit | US$1.89b |
| Other Expenses | US$924.00m |
| Earnings | US$965.00m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 16.07 |
| Gross Margin | 29.75% |
| Net Profit Margin | 15.20% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 46.9% |
How did MLM perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
0.6%
Current Dividend Yield21%
Payout RatioDoes MLM pay a reliable dividends?
See MLM dividend history and benchmarks| Martin Marietta Materials dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | Jun 01 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Jun 30 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 15 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 14 days |
Does MLM pay a reliable dividends?
See MLM dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/15 14:49 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/12 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
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Analyst Sources
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. is covered by 36 analysts. 21 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Adam Seiden | Barclays |
| Harry Goad | Berenberg |
| Paul Roger | BNP Paribas |