Vulcan Materials Company (VMC)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin | 26.95% | 26.15% | 25.86% | 25.41% | 25.04% | 23.78% | 22.79% | 21.43% | 21.30% | 21.69% | 22.07% | 23.45% | 24.74% | 25.86% | 26.67% | 26.85% | 26.39% | 26.13% | 25.96% | 25.41% |
| Operating profit margin | 18.50% | 17.59% | 18.24% | 17.91% | 17.82% | 16.26% | 14.97% | 13.36% | 13.01% | 13.51% | 14.03% | 15.07% | 18.20% | 19.45% | 20.79% | 21.18% | 18.44% | 18.34% | 18.25% | 17.77% |
| Pretax margin | 15.80% | 15.79% | 16.35% | 16.14% | 16.00% | 13.81% | 12.60% | 10.98% | 10.77% | 11.21% | 11.70% | 12.68% | 15.74% | 16.53% | 17.82% | 18.33% | 15.31% | 15.79% | 15.71% | 15.16% |
| Net profit margin | 12.30% | 11.43% | 12.07% | 11.92% | 11.99% | 10.75% | 9.57% | 8.14% | 7.87% | 8.27% | 8.98% | 9.99% | 12.08% | 12.64% | 13.64% | 14.04% | 12.03% | 12.55% | 12.60% | 12.34% |
Vulcan Materials Company's profitability ratios have shown fluctuations over the years based on the provided data.
1. Gross Profit Margin:
The gross profit margin has shown a decreasing trend from 25.41% in March 2020 to 26.95% in December 2024. This indicates that the company's profitability from its core operations (after deducting the cost of goods sold) has been improving overall.
2. Operating Profit Margin:
The operating profit margin has varied, with a peak of 21.18% in March 2021 and a low of 13.01% in December 2022. The margins reflect the company's ability to control operating expenses to generate profit from its operating activities.
3. Pretax Margin:
The pretax margin also shows fluctuations, ranging from 10.77% in December 2022 to 18.33% in March 2021. This metric indicates the company's ability to generate profit before accounting for taxes, showing its operational efficiency and cost control.
4. Net Profit Margin:
The net profit margin has varied from 7.87% in December 2022 to 14.04% in March 2021. This ratio reflects the company's ability to generate profit after all expenses, including taxes, and is considered a key indicator of overall profitability.
In conclusion, Vulcan Materials Company's profitability ratios have shown both positive and negative trends over the years, reflecting changes in revenue, expenses, and operational efficiency. It is important for the company to focus on improving efficiency, managing costs, and enhancing revenue streams to maintain and improve profitability in the future.
Return on investment
| Dec 31, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | Mar 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Sep 30, 2023 | Jun 30, 2023 | Mar 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Sep 30, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | Mar 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Sep 30, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | Jun 30, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 | |
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| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 8.02% | 9.07% | 9.73% | 9.89% | 9.54% | 8.54% | 7.92% | 7.04% | 6.68% | 6.65% | 6.55% | 6.55% | 7.39% | 7.28% | 8.83% | 9.11% | 7.66% | 7.70% | 7.97% | 8.33% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 5.33% | 5.89% | 6.43% | 6.58% | 6.42% | 5.64% | 5.06% | 4.29% | 4.04% | 4.07% | 4.19% | 4.34% | 4.90% | 4.73% | 5.79% | 6.04% | 5.00% | 5.27% | 5.50% | 5.78% |
| Return on total capital | 16.80% | 16.82% | 18.21% | 18.76% | 19.01% | 16.79% | 15.87% | 14.24% | 13.78% | 14.02% | 13.68% | 13.88% | 15.58% | 15.44% | 16.26% | 16.74% | 14.66% | 15.27% | 15.83% | 15.89% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 11.23% | 10.75% | 11.87% | 12.22% | 12.47% | 11.09% | 10.08% | 8.65% | 8.31% | 8.67% | 8.84% | 9.16% | 10.25% | 10.07% | 10.65% | 11.16% | 9.70% | 10.31% | 10.88% | 10.99% |
The profitability ratios of Vulcan Materials Company show fluctuations over the periods analyzed.
1. Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) ranged from 6.55% to 9.89% during the period. It peaked at 9.89% on March 31, 2024, indicating the company's ability to generate profits from its operating activities.
2. Return on assets (ROA) varied between 4.04% and 6.58%. The highest ROA of 6.58% was achieved on March 31, 2024, reflecting the company's efficiency in utilizing its assets to generate profits.
3. Return on total capital fluctuated between 13.68% and 19.01%, with the highest return recorded on December 31, 2023. This metric indicates the company's ability to generate returns for both equity and debt holders.
4. Return on equity (ROE) ranged from 8.31% to 12.47%. The highest ROE of 12.47% was reported on December 31, 2023, demonstrating the company's ability to deliver returns to its shareholders.
Overall, Vulcan Materials Company's profitability ratios exhibit variability, with periods of strong performance in generating returns from its assets and capital, reflecting positively on the company's financial health.