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Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (NYSE: MLM) is an American company and a member of the S&P 500 Index. It stands as one of the leading suppliers of aggregates and heavy building materials, with operations spanning 36 states, Canada, and the Caribbean. The company’s core business involves the production and supply of construction aggregates such as crushed stone, sand, and gravel. In 2023, Martin Marietta managed to sell an impressive 199 million tons of aggregate materials.
Additionally, Martin Marietta produces cement in Texas and integrates its aggregates into its asphalt and ready-mixed concrete operations. The company's significant markets include Texas, Colorado, North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida, which constitute the majority of its sales.
Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business unit produces a diverse array of products including magnesium oxide, magnesium hydroxide, and dolomitic lime. These products find applications in various industries such as environmental, industrial, agricultural, and specialty sectors worldwide.
Recently, the company has been making headlines with key strategic moves. In November 2023, Martin Marietta announced an agreement to sell its South Texas cement business and related concrete operations to CRH Americas Materials, Inc. for $2.1 billion. This sale includes the Hunter cement plant, related distribution terminals, and 20 concrete plants in the Austin and San Antonio regions. This decision aligns with the company’s SOAR (Strategic Operating Analysis and Review) 2025 objectives aiming to optimize its portfolio and maximize stakeholder value.
Furthermore, Martin Marietta has been recognized as the “Undervalued Stock” in BetterInvesting Magazine’s March 2024 issue, reflecting its potential for growth and value in the market. The company also maintains a robust financial position, boasting $1.27 billion in unrestricted cash and cash equivalents as of December 31, 2023.
In May 2024, Martin Marietta entered into an agreement with Albemarle Corporation to process and sell extracted limestone material from Albemarle's Kings Mountain Mine project. This initiative underscores Martin Marietta's commitment to sustainable resource management and environmental stewardship.
With a dedicated team and extensive network of operations, Martin Marietta continues to supply essential materials for building solid foundations on which communities thrive.
Martin Marietta Materials (NYSE: MLM) has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.79 per share on its outstanding common stock. The dividend is payable on December 31, 2024, to shareholders of record as of December 2, 2024. This represents an annualized dividend of $3.16 per share. Martin Marietta, a S&P 500 company, is a leading supplier of building materials operating across 28 states, Canada, and The Bahamas, providing aggregates, cement, ready mixed concrete, and asphalt. The company also operates Magnesia Specialties business producing magnesia and dolomitic lime products.
Martin Marietta Materials (NYSE:MLM) has announced the pricing of its dual-tranche senior notes offering totaling $1.5 billion. The offering consists of $750 million of 5.150% Senior Notes due 2034 and $750 million of 5.500% Senior Notes due 2054. The 2034 Notes will be issued at 99.266% of par value, while the 2054 Notes at 98.006%. Interest payments will be made semiannually starting June 1, 2025. The company plans to use the proceeds to repay outstanding borrowings under its revolving credit facility and trade receivables securitization facility, with remaining funds allocated for general corporate purposes, including potential acquisitions and capital needs.
Martin Marietta (MLM) reported third-quarter 2024 results with mixed performance. Despite achieving record quarterly aggregates gross profit per ton at $8.16 (up 3%), revenues declined 5% to $1.89 billion and net earnings fell 16% to $363 million. The company faced significant weather-related challenges, including multiple tropical storms, which impacted shipments and financial results. Aggregates shipments decreased 3.9% to 53.7 million tons, while average selling price increased 7.7% to $21.52 per ton. The company revised its full-year 2024 Adjusted EBITDA guidance to $2.1 billion at the midpoint and completed strategic acquisitions in South Florida and Southern California.
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (NYSE:MLM) has announced its third-quarter 2024 earnings conference call, scheduled for Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The company will release its results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, before the market opens on the same day. Investors can access a live, listen-only webcast and supplemental information on the company's website at www.martinmarietta.com.
The conference call can also be accessed by dialing +1 (646) 307-1963 and using conference ID 7309939. An on-demand replay will be available on the company's website approximately two hours after the live broadcast and will remain accessible for one year.
Martin Marietta, a member of the S&P 500 Index, is a leading supplier of building materials, including aggregates, cement, ready mixed concrete, and asphalt. The company operates across 28 states, Canada, and The Bahamas, and also has a Magnesia Specialties business producing high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products for various applications worldwide.
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (NYSE: MLM) has announced a 7% increase in its quarterly cash dividend, raising it from $0.74 to $0.79 per share on outstanding common stock. This equates to an annualized cash dividend of $3.16 per share. The dividend is payable on September 30, 2024, to shareholders of record as of September 3, 2024.
This marks the company's ninth consecutive year of dividend increases, reflecting its strong financial position and commitment to returning capital to shareholders. Martin Marietta, a member of the S&P 500 Index, is a leading supplier of building materials, including aggregates, cement, ready mixed concrete, and asphalt, operating across 28 states, Canada, and The Bahamas.
Martin Marietta (NYSE: MLM) reported Q2 2024 results on August 8, 2024. The company saw a 3% decline in revenues to $1.764 billion and an 8% decrease in gross profit to $517 million. Net earnings dropped by 16% to $294 million, while EPS fell 15% to $4.76. Adjusted EBITDA saw a slight decline of 2% to $584 million.
Aggregates shipments decreased by 3% to 53 million tons, but the average selling price rose 12% to $21.61 per ton, resulting in a 9% increase in gross profit per ton. The acquisition of Blue Water Industries in April strengthened the company's aggregates-led business model.
Guidance for full-year 2024 has been revised, projecting net earnings of $2.03-$2.165 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $2.1-$2.3 billion.
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (NYSE:MLM) has announced its second-quarter 2024 earnings conference call, scheduled for Thursday, August 8, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The company will release its results for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, before the market opens on the same day. Investors can access a live, listen-only webcast and supplemental information on the company's website.
Martin Marietta, a member of the S&P 500 Index, is a leading supplier of building materials, including aggregates, cement, ready mixed concrete, and asphalt. The company operates across 28 states, Canada, and The Bahamas. Its Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products for various applications worldwide.
Martin Marietta (NYSE: MLM) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.74 per share, equating to an annualized $2.96 per share. The dividend is payable on June 28, 2024, to shareholders of record by June 3, 2024. Martin Marietta, a key player in the S&P 500, provides essential building materials such as aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete, and asphalt across 28 states, Canada, and The Bahamas. Additionally, their Magnesia Specialties division supplies high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products for various applications. Investors can find more details on their official website.
Albemarle and Martin Marietta Materials have signed an innovative agreement to utilize limestone material from Albemarle's Kings Mountain Mine in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. The agreement aims to support local communities and reduce operational footprints while contributing to sustainable resource management. Albemarle plans to deliver limestone material to Martin Marietta's Kings Mountain Quarry for processing and sale as construction aggregate, with royalty fees benefiting local initiatives.
Martin Marietta Materials Inc. reported first-quarter 2024 results, showing an 8% decrease in total revenues but a 14% increase in aggregates gross profit per ton. The company achieved a record quarterly gross profit in its Magnesia Specialties business, completed over $4.5 billion in portfolio-enhancing transactions, and raised its full-year 2024 guidance to $2.37 billion at the midpoint. Despite challenges, the company remains optimistic due to infrastructure investments, heavy industrial activity, and strategic portfolio enhancements.
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