Based in Birmingham, Alabama, Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) stands as the leading U.S. producer of construction aggregates, boasting a market cap of $37.6 billion. With expertise in producing crushed stone, sand, and gravel, the company is integral to infrastructure development and construction efforts across the nation.
Shares of the building material company have outperformed the broader market considerably over the past year. VMC has gained 36.2% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has rallied nearly 32.1%. Also, in 2024, the stock is up 27%, compared to SPX’s 26.2% rise on a YTD basis.
