United States Lime & Minerals Inc (USLM)vsVulcan Materials Company (VMC)
USLM
United States Lime & Minerals Inc
$104.61
-2.37%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.11B
VMC
Vulcan Materials Company
$281.38
-0.59%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $37.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vulcan Materials Company generates 2083% more annual revenue ($8.06B vs $369.31M). USLM leads profitability with a 35.4% profit margin vs 13.8%. USLM trades at a lower P/E of 23.9x. VMC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
USLM
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
VMC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+5.3%
Fair Value
$113.82
Current Price
$104.61
$9.21 discount
Margin of Safety
-89.4%
Fair Value
$168.84
Current Price
$281.38
$112.54 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.7%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 29.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 3.7%
Earnings declined 10.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : USLM
The strongest argument for USLM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.4% and operating margin at 40.7%.
Bull Case : VMC
The strongest argument for VMC centers on EPS Growth.
Bear Case : USLM
The primary concerns for USLM are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : VMC
The primary concerns for VMC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
USLM profiles as a declining stock while VMC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VMC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
VMC is growing revenue faster at 7.4% — sustainability is the question.
VMC generates stronger free cash flow (65M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VMC scores higher overall (57/100 vs 46/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
United States Lime & Minerals Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
United States Lime & Minerals, Inc. manufactures and supplies lime and limestone products in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Vulcan Materials Company
BASIC MATERIALS · BUILDING MATERIALS · USA
Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) is an American company based in Birmingham, Alabama. It is principally engaged in the production, distribution and sale of construction materials.
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