News Sentiment

VMC sentiment intelligence

Vulcan Materials Company news scored across direct company coverage, industry context, sector read-through, source quality, and freshness.

Chart Weekly report Factors RSS feed
Weighted score 51 Balanced news tone 83 relevant articles
Exchange NYSE United States
Sector Basic Materials Market context
Industry Building Materials Read-through group
Latest close 295.25 Week of 10 Jul 2026
Weighted tone 51/100

Balanced news tone

Market reaction Balanced read

News tone and price action are not far from neutral.

Primary event Market update

81/100 classification confidence.

Company focus 83

directly relevant articles

Source quality 7

high-authority source matches

Trend context Trend inactive

-2.6% over one week, +3.1% over four weeks, trend inactive, and near fair-value range.

Latest direct headline Neutral

Raymond James Adjusts Price Target on Vulcan Materials to $320 From $325, Maintains Outperform Rating

Market Reaction

Balanced read

60/100 confidence

News tone and price action are not far from neutral.

Primary event Market update 81/100 classification
One-week reaction -2.6% Price reacting lower
Trend fit Trend inactive 3.1% over four weeks
Fair value 14.1% Near fair-value range

Sentiment Mix

Positive, neutral, negative

Weighted by relevance
Positive 11
Neutral 61
Negative 11

Relevance

Why the article matched

Direct first
Direct company coverage 83
Industry context 0
Sector context 0

Sources

Coverage mix

Publishers
Market source 18
Ad Hoc News 4
PR Newswire 3
Stock Titan 3
MarketWatch 3
The Globe and Mail 3
simplywall.st 3
marketscreener.com 2

Event Lens

What the news is about

Classified themes
Market update 47
Earnings 21
Capital return 8
Analyst action 4
Regulatory and legal 2
Macro sensitivity 1

Sentiment Trail

Score over time

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News Tape

Relevant headlines

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marketscreener.com Direct company coverage

Raymond James Adjusts Price Target on Vulcan Materials to $320 From $325, Maintains Outperform Rating

Raymond James has adjusted its price target for Vulcan Materials (NYSE: VMC) to $320, down from $325, while maintaining an "Outperform" rating on the stock. This adjustment comes amidst a recent announcement by Vulcan Materials to keep its quarterly dividend at $0.52 per share. T

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
15 Jul 2026 15:13
Source
marketscreener.com
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

Vulcan Materials’ Q2 Results Arrive Before July 29 Call

Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) announced it will host its second quarter 2026 earnings conference call on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. CT (10:00 a.m. ET). Financial results will be released earlier that morning before the NYSE market opens. Investors can access th

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Earnings
Published
15 Jul 2026 11:59
Source
Stock Titan
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

Vulcan Materials (NYSE: VMC) awards 5,243 RSUs to its SVP and CFO

Vulcan Materials (NYSE: VMC) has granted 5,243 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) to its SVP and CFO, Mary Andrews Carlisle. These RSUs cliff vest on July 13, 2029, and will be settled in common shares within 75 days of vesting, representing a compensation award rather than a stock pu

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
14 Jul 2026 21:08
Source
Stock Titan
MSN Direct company coverage

Vulcan Materials declares $0.52 dividend

This article states that Vulcan Materials has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.52 per share. Further financial details and implications are not available in the provided content.

Tone
Positive 70/100
Event
Capital return
Published
14 Jul 2026 09:39
Source
MSN
TradingView Direct company coverage

ETFs Investing in Vulcan Materials Company Stocks

This article lists various ETFs that invest in Vulcan Materials Company (0LRK) stocks, providing financial data such as market value, weight in the ETF, issuer, management style, expense ratio, AUM, price, change percentage, and 3-year NAV total return for each fund. The funds ar

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
13 Jul 2026 21:09
Source
TradingView
Simply Wall Street Direct company coverage

How Investors Are Reacting To Vulcan Materials (VMC) Dividend Amid Russell Index Exit And Cost Pressures

Vulcan Materials (VMC) recently declared a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.52 per share, while simultaneously being removed from the Russell 1000 Dynamic Index. This situation presents a contrast for investors, highlighting the company's commitment to regular cash returns against

Tone
Negative 36/100
Event
Capital return
Published
12 Jul 2026 00:36
Source
Simply Wall Street
Sahm Direct company coverage

Is Eagle Materials (EXP) Below Fair Value As Russell Index Removals Pressure The Stock?

Eagle Materials (EXP) has been removed from several Russell equity indices, causing short-term share price declines. Despite this, the stock is considered undervalued at $205.62 compared to a narrative fair value of $223.56, driven by long-term earnings and cash flow expectations

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Earnings
Published
11 Jul 2026 15:10
Source
Sahm
Investing.com Direct company coverage

Vulcan Materials declares $0.52 quarterly dividend

Vulcan Materials Company announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.52 per share, payable on September 2, 2026, to shareholders of record as of August 13, 2026. This marks 56 consecutive years of dividend payments and 12 years of dividend increases for the construction aggregates

Tone
Positive 67/100
Event
Capital return
Published
10 Jul 2026 21:03
Source
Investing.com
www.marketscreener.com Direct company coverage

Vulcan Materials Company Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend, Payable on September 2, 2026

Vulcan Materials Company announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.52 per share on its common stock. This dividend is scheduled to be paid on September 2, 2026. Shareholders of record at the close of business on August 13, 2026, will be el

Tone
Positive 60/100
Event
Capital return
Published
10 Jul 2026 20:39
Source
www.marketscreener.com
Investing.com Canada Direct company coverage

Vulcan Materials declares $0.52 quarterly dividend By Investing.com

Vulcan Materials Company announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.52 per share, payable on September 2, 2026, marking 56 consecutive years of dividend payments and 12 consecutive years of increases. The company, which produces construction aggregates, reported strong Q1 2026 fin

Tone
Positive 74/100
Event
Capital return
Published
10 Jul 2026 20:38
Source
Investing.com Canada
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

$0.52-a-share dividend set by Vulcan Materials for Sept. 2

Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.52 per share on its common stock. This dividend is scheduled to be paid on September 2, 2026, to shareholders registered as of August 13, 2026. The company, a leading producer of construction aggreg

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Capital return
Published
10 Jul 2026 20:29
Source
Stock Titan
MarketWatch Direct company coverage

Vulcan Materials Co. stock outperforms competitors on strong trading day

Shares of Vulcan Materials Co. (VMC) rose 2.26% on Friday, closing at $295.25. This performance outpaced the broader market, with the S&P 500 Index gaining 0.42% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average advancing 0.29%. This marks the second consecutive day of gains for the stock.

Tone
Positive 76/100
Event
Market update
Published
10 Jul 2026 16:54
Source
MarketWatch
Simply Wall Street Direct company coverage

Vulcan Materials (VMC) After Iran Tension Selloff Is The Bull Case Still Priced In

Vulcan Materials (VMC) experienced a market selloff due to geopolitical tensions, yet analysts believe it is 12.2% undervalued with a fair value of $328.81 based on revenue growth and margin expansion. Despite this, an earnings-based view suggests the stock is expensive, with its

Tone
Positive 63/100
Event
Earnings
Published
10 Jul 2026 16:00
Source
Simply Wall Street
Market source Direct company coverage

Vulcan Materials (VMC) Stock Loses Russell 1000 Index Spot

Vulcan Materials (NYSE:VMC) has been removed from the Russell 1000 Dynamic Index, an adjustment that could impact trading activity and index-linked ownership of the stock. While the removal does not affect the company's core operations in construction aggregates, it may influence

Tone
Negative 38/100
Event
Market update
Published
10 Jul 2026 09:13
Source
Market source
inkl Direct company coverage

Vulcan Materials Earnings Preview: What to Expect

Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) is set to release its Q2 2026 earnings, with analysts expecting an EPS of $2.59, a 5.7% increase year-over-year. The company has a market cap of $37.2 billion and produces construction aggregates. Despite lagging behind the S&P 500 and XLB in stock

Tone
Positive 67/100
Event
Earnings
Published
09 Jul 2026 16:09
Source
inkl
The Globe and Mail Direct company coverage

UFP Industries, Sherwin-Williams, and Vulcan Materials Stocks Trade Down, What You Need To Know

Shares of UFP Industries, Sherwin-Williams, and Vulcan Materials fell after President Trump's declaration on the Iran ceasefire led to a surge in crude oil prices and bond yields. This broad inflation-driven selloff impacted building materials producers due to their exposure to c

Tone
Negative 38/100
Event
Market update
Published
09 Jul 2026 10:41
Source
The Globe and Mail
Ad-hoc-news.de Direct company coverage

Vulcan Materials stock stays tied to construction demand. The scale story matters

Vulcan Materials, a large U.S. materials company, fundamentally relies on construction activity and infrastructure spending. Its primary profit driver is aggregates, supported by asphalt and ready-mix concrete, making its performance closely tied to domestic construction conditio

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Earnings
Published
09 Jul 2026 09:24
Source
Ad-hoc-news.de
WRNJ Radio Direct company coverage

Vulcan Materials sues Glen Gardner Planning Board over denied quarry application

Vulcan Materials Co. has filed a lawsuit against the Glen Gardner Joint Planning Board and Board of Adjustment after its application to relocate rock-processing equipment at its quarry was denied. The company argues that the denial was arbitrary, capricious, and showed bias, as t

Tone
Negative 33/100
Event
Regulatory and legal
Published
09 Jul 2026 08:35
Source
WRNJ Radio
GuruFocus Direct company coverage

Vulcan Materials Co (VMC) Stock Down 4.4% but Still Overvalued -- GF Score: 94/100

Vulcan Materials Co (VMC) shares dropped 4.4% to $286.59 on July 08, 2026, yet the stock is considered overvalued with a GF Value™ of $277.48. Despite this, VMC boasts a strong GF Score™ of 94/100 due to excellent growth and profitability, though insiders have been selling shares

Tone
Negative 36/100
Event
Market update
Published
08 Jul 2026 22:22
Source
GuruFocus
The Globe and Mail Direct company coverage

Analysts Are Neutral on These Materials Stocks: Vulcan Materials (VMC), FRESNILLO (FNLPF)

Analysts have issued neutral ratings for Vulcan Materials (VMC) and FRESNILLO (FNLPF), indicating that they are neither bullish nor bearish on these materials stocks. Wells Fargo maintained a Hold rating on Vulcan Materials, while the overall Street consensus suggests a Moderate

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
08 Jul 2026 21:57
Source
The Globe and Mail
marketscreener.com Direct company coverage

Wells Fargo Adjusts Price Target on Vulcan Materials to $305 From $310

Wells Fargo has revised its price target for Vulcan Materials (NYSE: VMC) to $305, down from the previous $310. This adjustment was announced on July 8, 2026, at 9:39 AM EDT, according to MT Newswires. Vulcan Materials Company specializes in producing and marketing construction m

Tone
Negative 36/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
08 Jul 2026 13:40
Source
marketscreener.com
Central New Jersey News Direct company coverage

8B company takes small NJ borough to court over quarry plan

Vulcan Materials Co., an $8 billion company, has filed a lawsuit against the Glen Gardner Joint Planning Board and Board of Adjustment after its proposal to relocate quarry equipment was denied. The company argues the denial was "arbitrary, capricious and unreasonable," while res

Tone
Negative 38/100
Event
Regulatory and legal
Published
08 Jul 2026 09:04
Source
Central New Jersey News
MarketWatch Direct company coverage

Vulcan Materials Co. stock underperforms Wednesday when compared to competitors

Shares of Vulcan Materials Co. (VMC) fell on Wednesday, underperforming the broader market. The stock dropped 4.44% to $286.59, marking its second consecutive day of losses. This occurred during an overall poor trading session where the S&P 500 Index (SPX) and Dow Jones Industria

Tone
Negative 29/100
Event
Market update
Published
08 Jul 2026 04:51
Source
MarketWatch