Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (MLM)

In the past six months, Martin Marietta Materials' stock has experienced several notable events. As of October 23, 2025, the share price was $619.35. On August 7, 2025, Martin Marietta Materials reported its Q2 2025 earnings, with an EPS of $5.43. Quarterly revenue for Q2 2025 increased by 2.7% year-over-year to $1.81 billion. Martin Marietta Materials also increased its quarterly dividend to $0.83 per share. Analysts have reiterated "buy" ratings and lifted price targets for MLM.

The demand for Martin Marietta Materials' products and services experiences some cyclicality, with construction activity generally higher during warmer months. The aggregates and concrete market benefits from approximately 50% of its sales coming from the public sector, which provides better visibility through multi-year contracts. The first quarter is typically a softer quarter for earnings.

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. is an American natural resource-based building materials company operating primarily in the Construction Materials sector. It is a leading supplier of aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, and paving services. The company's Magnesia Specialties business produces magnesia-based chemical products and dolomitic lime for various industries.

Martin Marietta Materials has a significant geographic footprint, with operations spanning 28 to 30 states across the United States, as well as Canada and the Caribbean. The United States accounts for approximately 98.9% of its net sales. The company strategically focuses on high-growth areas, particularly in the southern and western U.S., and maintains over 500 locations, including quarries and distribution yards, to serve its customers.

Martin Marietta Materials is recognized as a leading supplier of construction aggregates and heavy building materials. It is listed on Forbes' "Global 2000" and "America's Best Companies" lists in 2025, suggesting a generally positive standing within the business community. The company emphasizes its commitment to sustainable practices and investing in technologies to reduce its environmental footprint.

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. has a diverse ownership structure, with institutional investors holding a significant majority at 85.23%. Major institutional owners include Vanguard Group Inc, BlackRock, Inc., and Fmr Llc. Individual ownership accounts for 0.74%, with Southeastern Asset Management Inc identified as the largest individual shareholder.