Vulcan Materials Co (LTS:0LRK) EV-to-FCF: 37.96 (As of Jul. 20, 2026) — 26% Below Median

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LTS:0LRK Vulcan Materials Co LTS:0LRK
95 GF Score
Price $289.31
GF Value $277.10
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Vulcan Materials Co EV-to-FCF?

Vulcan Materials Co LTS:0LRK -0.80% 95 EV-to-FCF is 37.96 as of Jul. 20, 2026, which is 26% below its 10-year median of 51.21. GuruFocus rates LTS:0LRK with a GF Score™ of 95/100 and a GF Value™ of $277.10 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 274 Building Materials companies, Vulcan Materials Co ranks worse than 76.28% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Vulcan Materials Co's Enterprise Value is $42,382 Mil. Vulcan Materials Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,116 Mil. Therefore, Vulcan Materials Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 37.96.

The historical rank and industry rank for Vulcan Materials Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

LTS:0LRK' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 23.71   Med: 51.21   Max: 117.53
Current: 37.96

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Vulcan Materials Co was 117.53. The lowest was 23.71. And the median was 51.21.

LTS:0LRK's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
76.28% of 274 companies
in the Building Materials industry
Industry Median: 18.23 vs LTS:0LRK: 37.96

EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-07-20), Vulcan Materials Co's stock price is $289.31. Vulcan Materials Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $8.410. Therefore, Vulcan Materials Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 34.40.


Vulcan Materials Co  (LTS:0LRK) EV-to-FCF Explanation

EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Vulcan Materials Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=289.31/8.410
=34.40

Vulcan Materials Co's share price for today is $289.31.
Vulcan Materials Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $8.410.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Vulcan Materials Co EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Vulcan Materials Co EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Vulcan Materials Co's EV-to-FCF can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Vulcan Materials Co EV-to-FCF Chart

Vulcan Materials Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Vulcan Materials Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 41.57 36.02 42.95 36.97 36.23

LTS:0LRK vs MLM, JHX, EXP: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Building Materials subindustry, Vulcan Materials Co's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Vulcan Materials Co EV-to-FCF vs Building Materials Industry

For the Building Materials industry and Basic Materials sector, Vulcan Materials Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Vulcan Materials Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Vulcan Materials Co EV-to-FCF Calculation

Vulcan Materials Co's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=42382.226/1116.4
=37.96

Vulcan Materials Co's current Enterprise Value is $42,382 Mil.
Vulcan Materials Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1,116 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 37.96 mean?
Vulcan Materials Co (LTS:0LRK) has a EV-to-FCF of 37.96 as of Jul. 20, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Vulcan Materials Co and its competitors. This is 26% below median its historical median of 51.21. Over the past decade, Vulcan Materials Co's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 23.71 to 117.53. According to the industry distribution chart, Vulcan Materials Co ranks #209 out of 274 companies in the Building Materials industry, placing it in the top 76.3%.
Is Vulcan Materials Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Vulcan Materials Co's current EV-to-FCF of 37.96 is 26% below median its 10-year median of 51.21. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 23.71 to a high of 117.53. The Building Materials industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.23. Vulcan Materials Co's value of 37.96 is 108.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Vulcan Materials Co ranks #209 out of 274 companies in the Building Materials industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Vulcan Materials Co has a GF Score™ of 95/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Vulcan Materials Co's EV-to-FCF compare to MLM and JHX?
According to the Building Materials industry distribution chart, Vulcan Materials Co ranks #209 out of 274 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Vulcan Materials Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.23. Vulcan Materials Co's value of 37.96 is 108.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Vulcan Materials Co's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 23.71 to 117.53 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 51.21 vs. the industry median of 18.23, Vulcan Materials Co has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for a Building Materials company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Building Materials companies is 18.23, based on 274 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Vulcan Materials Co's current EV-to-FCF of 37.96 is 108.2% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Vulcan Materials Co and its competitors. For the Building Materials industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.23 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Vulcan Materials Co's current EV-to-FCF is 37.96, which is 26% below median its own 10-year median of 51.21. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Vulcan Materials Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vulcan Materials Co (LTS:0LRK) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $277.10, compared to a current price of $289.31 — trading 4.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 37.96, which is 26% below median its 10-year median of 51.21 and 108.2% above the Building Materials industry median of 18.23. Vulcan Materials Co's overall GF Score™ is 95/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Vulcan Materials Co (LTS:0LRK), the current EV-to-FCF is 37.96 as of Jul. 20, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Vulcan Materials Co (LTS:0LRK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Vulcan Materials Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $289.31 is trading 4.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $277.10. GuruFocus considers Vulcan Materials Co to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0LRK:

  • EV-to-FCF: 37.96 (26% below median its 10-year median of 51.21)
  • GF Value™: $277.10 vs. price of $289.31 (4.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 95/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 108.2% above the Building Materials median (#209 of 274)

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0LRK stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Vulcan Materials Co Business Description

Address 1200 Urban Center Drive, Birmingham, AL, USA, 35242
Vulcan Materials is the United States' largest producer of construction aggregates (crushed stone, sand, and gravel). Its largest markets include Texas, California, Virginia, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, and Alabama. In 2024, Vulcan sold 219.9 million tons of aggregates, 13.6 million tons of asphalt mix, and 3.6 million cubic yards of ready-mix. As of Dec. 31, 2024, the company had 16.5 billion tons of aggregate reserves.
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