Thomas Fanning Buys Shares of Vulcan Materials Company

Thomas Fanning, an insider, purchased 301 shares of Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) on June 12, 2026. The transaction was valued at approximately $82,383.70, with each share bought at an average price of $273.70. This purchase was not part of a pre-arranged trading plan.

Insider Buying and Selling at Vulcan Materials Company

On June 12, 2026, insider trades at Vulcan Materials Company included buys by several individuals. Thomas Fanning acquired 301 shares at $273.70 per share. David Steiner and Kathleen Quirk each bought 301 and 320 shares, respectively, at the same price. Grayson Hall bought 655 shares, although the price was not disclosed. Lydia Kennard and Grayson Hall also sold 655 shares each with no price disclosed.

Other Institutional Activity in Vulcan Materials Company

Several institutional investors were active in Vulcan Materials Company. BlackRock, Inc. added 589,664 shares to its holdings, ending with 9,962,802 shares valued at about $2.71 billion. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. slightly reduced its stake by 32,930 shares, holding 9,521,730 shares worth approximately $2.59 billion. Vanguard Capital Management LLC and Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC both significantly increased their positions, with holdings of 8,532,407 and 7,030,649 shares, respectively. Principal Financial Group Inc. trimmed its stake by 594,920 shares, now holding 6,642,386 shares valued at around $1.81 billion.

Vulcan Materials Company Stock Snapshot

Shares of Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) traded near $286.47. The company boasts a market cap of $37.17 billion and a P/E ratio of 33.90, with a forward P/E of 26.53. The stock has a 52-week low of $252.35 and a high of $331.09. Its 50-day moving average is $283.32, and the 200-day moving average is $291.31. Vulcan has a current ratio of 2.59 and a quick ratio of 1.11, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 61.25.

Recent Earnings

Vulcan Materials Company reported revenue of $8.06 billion with a growth rate of 7.4%. The company achieved a net margin of 13.8% and a return on equity of 13.5%. Earnings per share stood at $8.45. The next earnings report is anticipated on July 30, 2026.

Dividend

Vulcan Materials Company offers an annual dividend rate of $2.08, yielding 0.73%. The dividend payout ratio is 23.58%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On May 1, 2026, Citigroup maintained its buy rating for Vulcan Materials with a price target of $355. Wells Fargo maintained a hold rating with a $310 target. Barclays also kept a buy rating, setting a target of $340. The consensus among analysts suggests a buy, with a mean target price of $326.73 based on 22 analyst opinions.

About Vulcan Materials Company

Vulcan Materials Company, headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, is a leading supplier of construction aggregates in the U.S. The company operates through segments like Aggregates, Asphalt, and Concrete, offering products such as crushed stone, sand, and gravel. These materials are essential for building highways, streets, and other public works. Led by CEO Ronnie A. Pruitt, Vulcan employs over 11,500 people.

Bottom Line

Thomas Fanning's recent purchase of Vulcan Materials shares highlights ongoing insider interest in the company. Vulcan, a major player in the building materials sector, continues to attract attention from institutional investors and analysts alike. With a strong market position and consistent earnings growth, Vulcan remains a company to watch. Keep in mind that insider transactions are reported after the fact and may not reflect future actions.