Martin Marietta Beats Q2, Lifts Outlook, and Advances $13.5B Lhoist Deal
MLM is trading near its 52-week low of $525.38 (2.1% above the low).
Summary
Martin Marietta reported Q2 revenue of $1.95B (+21% YoY) and adjusted EPS of $5.00, beating estimates and raising full-year guidance. The 10-Q also details the $13.5B Lhoist North America acquisition, expected to close in H2 2026.
Key Events · Earnings and Guidance · MLM
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Q2 Earnings Beat
Revenue of $1.95B (+21% YoY) and adjusted EPS of $5.00 exceeded consensus. Aggregates shipments rose 17%, with organic ASP up 2.1%.
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Full-Year Guidance Raised
Management raised 2026 guidance, citing strong infrastructure demand and pricing momentum.
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$13.5B Lhoist Acquisition Update
The definitive agreement to acquire Lhoist North America for $7B cash and 10.95M shares (valued at $6.5B) was signed June 27, 2026. The deal is expected to close in H2 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.
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Financing Progress
A $1.5B three-year term loan was secured July 15, 2026. The revolving credit facility covenant was amended to allow up to 4.75x leverage post-close, stepping down to 3.75x.
Analysis · MLM · Energy & Transportation
A strong second quarter saw revenue climb 21% to $1.95 billion and adjusted EPS reach $5.00, topping consensus. Bolstered by infrastructure demand, management raised full-year guidance. The quarter also offered the first detailed look at the transformative $13.5 billion acquisition of Lhoist North America — a deal that will establish Martin Marietta as the leading U.S. lime producer and is expected to close in the second half of 2026. Financing is underway with a $1.5 billion term loan and amended credit facility covenants. With the stock trading near its 52-week low, the earnings beat and raised outlook carry extra weight.
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