Is MLM a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC (MLM) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 49.7/100. It is ranked #2,168 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 54/100, Momentum 51/100. The timing signal is "Bearish". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for MLM?

MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC (MLM) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 49.7 ranks it #2,168 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

Does MLM pay a dividend?

Yes, MLM pays a dividend with a current yield of 0.51%. The Materials sector average yield is 0.49%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $5.10 in annual dividend income.

What is MLM's P/E ratio?

MLM has a trailing P/E ratio of 29.36x. The Materials sector average is 26.5x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is MLM?

MLM's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 30.7%. ROE: 12.2% vs sector average 3.3%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is MLM valued compared to peers?

MLM's value factor score is 54/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 29.4x, EV/EBITDA 25.0x. Valuation is roughly in line with peers.

What is MLM's debt level?

MLM's debt-to-equity ratio is 53%. Sector average: 41%. Moderate leverage is normal for established companies.

MLM has a beta of 0.70, meaning it is less volatile than the market. Stability score: 82/100.

Does MLM have high short interest?

MLM's short interest factor score is 24/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

MLM Stock Analysis: Reduce (Score 49.7/100) | Blank Capital Research

Q: What sector is MLM in?

MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC operates in the Materials sector (Non-Metallic And Industrial Metal Mining industry) with a market cap of $36.12 billion. It is classified as a large-cap stock.

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
MLM	+0.96%	+5.75%	+3.95%	+1.42%	+32.88%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLB	+0.56%	+3.07%	+4.17%	+14.58%	-33.54%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+1.03%	+2.15%	+3.61%	+1.79%	+3.35%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+0.40%	+2.68%	-0.22%	-13.15%	+66.42%	-	-	-

Metric	MLM	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	29.4x	+11%
EV/EBITDA	25.0x	+316%
Price / Book	3.6x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
CF CF Industries Holdings, Inc.	57	50	72	66	11.8x	21.1%	36.2%	24.9%	5.5%	41.0x	$19.7B	VS
NTR Nutrien Ltd.	57	37	70	64	54.2x	11.5%	29.0%	2.7%	-	52.0x	$35.9B	VS
UAN CVR PARTNERS, LP	56	50	71	67	12.0x	42.4%	28.5%	17.8%	23.1%	265.0x	$1.3B	VS
LXU LSB INDUSTRIES, INC.	54	50	54	73	41.2x	-3.3%	8.6%	-4.5%	11.0%	85.0x	$1.1B	VS
AA Alcoa Corp	54	50	61	71	18.7x	16.6%	10.0%	8.0%	3.1%	40.0x	$19.0B	VS
MEOH METHANEX CORP	53	34	76	72	24.6x	47.8%	19.1%	6.7%	-	149.0x	$4.6B	VS
NGVT Ingevity Corp	53	50	68	66	53.4x	-638.7%	38.1%	-12.1%	-14.7%	5,459.0x	$2.5B	VS
SEE SEALED AIR CORP/DE	52	50	67	59	11.2x	44.7%	30.2%	10.4%	0.5%	318.0x	$6.2B	VS
ACU ACME UNITED CORP	51	50	71	51	16.4x	9.0%	39.4%	5.2%	-11.5%	45.0x	$171M	VS
APD Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.	51	50	49	50	179.2x	2.4%	31.6%	2.2%	3.9%	114.0x	$64.4B	VS
MLM MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC	50	50	54	51	29.4x	12.2%	30.7%	18.0%	4.7%	53.0x	$36.1B

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Gross Margin %	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%	0.2%	0.3%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
Operating Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.4%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
EBITDA Margin %	0.3%	0.2%	0.4%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%	0.3%	0.3%
Net Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.3%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%
FCF Margin %	-7.3%	-	-	-	-	-	14.6%	12.1%	7.8%	6.2%	7.6%
ROE %	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%
ROA %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	0.1%	7.4%	14.4%	10.2%	7.8%	6.6%	9.6%	8.6%	6.8%	8.8%	9.3%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

Gross Margin %

0.3%

0.2%

0.3%

0.2%

Operating Margin %

0.2%

0.4%

0.2%

EBITDA Margin %

0.3%

0.2%

0.4%

0.2%

0.3%

0.2%

0.3%

Net Margin %

0.2%

0.3%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

FCF Margin %

-7.3%

14.6%

12.1%

7.8%

6.2%

7.6%

ROE %

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

ROA %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

0.1%

7.4%

14.4%

10.2%

7.8%

6.6%

9.6%

8.6%

6.8%

8.8%

9.3%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$6.5B	$6.2B	$6.5B	$6.8B	$6.2B	$5.4B	$4.7B	$4.7B	$4.2B	$4.0B	$3.8B	$3.5B
	—	$4.3B	$4.7B	$4.8B	$4.7B	$4.1B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$2.0B	$1.9B	$1.9B	$2.0B	$1.4B	$1.3B	$1.3B	$1.2B	$967M	$972M	$912M	$727M
Gross Margin	30.7%	30.7%	28.7%	29.8%	23.1%	24.9%	26.5%	24.9%	22.8%	24.5%	23.9%	20.5%
	—	$443M	$447M	$443M	$397M	$351M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	—	—	—	—	—	$394M	$372M	$344M	$297M	$285M	$264M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$452M	-$829M	$427M	$217M	$375M	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$1.6B	$1.4B	$2.7B	$1.6B	$1.2B	$974M	$1.0B	$885M	$691M	$700M	$677M	$494M
EBIT	$1.6B	$1.4B	$2.7B	$1.6B	$1.2B	$974M	$1.0B	$885M	$691M	$700M	$677M	$494M
EBITDA	$1.6B	$1.4B	$2.7B	$1.6B	$1.2B	$974M	$1.4B	$1.2B	$1.1B	$1.0B	$974M	$754M
Operating Margin	24.6%	23.4%	41.4%	23.5%	19.6%	18.0%	21.3%	18.7%	16.3%	17.7%	17.7%	14.0%
EBITDA Margin	25.3%	23.4%	41.4%	23.5%	19.6%	18.0%	29.6%	26.4%	24.9%	25.4%	25.5%	21.3%
	—	$230M	$169M	$165M	$169M	$143M	$118M	$129M	$137M	$91M	$82M	$76M
	—	$1.2B	$2.6B	$1.5B	$1.1B	$856M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$236M	$600M	$293M	$235M	$153M	$168M	$136M	$106M	-$94M	$182M	$125M
	$1.2B	$1.1B	$2.0B	$1.2B	$867M	$703M	$721M	$612M	$470M	$713M	$425M	$289M
Net Margin	18.0%	18.5%	30.5%	17.3%	14.1%	13.0%	15.3%	12.9%	11.1%	18.0%	11.1%	8.2%
	$18.81	$18.81	$32.50	$18.88	$13.91	$11.26	$11.56	$9.77	$7.46	$11.30	$6.66	$4.31
Diluted EPS	$18.81	$18.77	$32.41	$18.82	$13.87	$11.22	$11.56	$9.77	$7.46	$11.30	$6.66	$4.31
Weighted Avg Basic	—	61M	61M	62M	62M	62M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	61M	62M	62M	63M	63M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$6.5B

$6.2B

$6.5B

$6.8B

$6.2B

$5.4B

$4.7B

$4.2B

$4.0B

$3.8B

$3.5B

—

$4.3B

$4.7B

$4.8B

$4.7B

$4.1B

—

$2.0B

$1.9B

$2.0B

$1.4B

$1.3B

$1.2B

$967M

$972M

$912M

$727M

Gross Margin

30.7%

28.7%

29.8%

23.1%

24.9%

26.5%

24.9%

22.8%

24.5%

23.9%

20.5%

—

$443M

$447M

$443M

$397M

$351M

—

Depreciation

—

$394M

$372M

$344M

$297M

$285M

$264M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$452M

-$829M

$427M

$217M

$375M

—

$1.6B

$1.4B

$2.7B

$1.6B

$1.2B

$974M

$1.0B

$885M

$691M

$700M

$677M

$494M

EBIT

$1.6B

$1.4B

$2.7B

$1.6B

$1.2B

$974M

$1.0B

$885M

$691M

$700M

$677M

$494M

EBITDA

$1.6B

$1.4B

$2.7B

$1.6B

$1.2B

$974M

$1.4B

$1.2B

$1.1B

$1.0B

$974M

$754M

Operating Margin

24.6%

23.4%

41.4%

23.5%

19.6%

18.0%

21.3%

18.7%

16.3%

17.7%

14.0%

EBITDA Margin

25.3%

23.4%

41.4%

23.5%

19.6%

18.0%

29.6%

26.4%

24.9%

25.4%

25.5%

21.3%

—

$230M

$169M

$165M

$169M

$143M

$118M

$129M

$137M

$91M

$82M

$76M

—

$1.2B

$2.6B

$1.5B

$1.1B

$856M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$236M

$600M

$293M

$235M

$153M

$168M

$136M

$106M

-$94M

$182M

$125M

$1.2B

$1.1B

$2.0B

$1.2B

$867M

$703M

$721M

$612M

$470M

$713M

$425M

$289M

Net Margin

18.0%

18.5%

30.5%

17.3%

14.1%

13.0%

15.3%

12.9%

11.1%

18.0%

11.1%

8.2%

$18.81

$32.50

$18.88

$13.91

$11.26

$11.56

$9.77

$7.46

$11.30

$6.66

$4.31

Diluted EPS

$18.81

$18.77

$32.41

$18.82

$13.87

$11.22

$11.56

$9.77

$7.46

$11.30

$6.66

$4.31

Weighted Avg Basic

—

61M

62M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

61M

62M

63M

—

MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC (MLM) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC Do?

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc., a natural resource-based building materials company, supplies aggregates and heavy-side building materials to the construction industry in the United States and internationally. It offers crushed stone, sand, and gravel products; ready mixed concrete and asphalt; paving products and services; and Portland and specialty cement for use in the infrastructure projects, and nonresidential and residential construction markets, as well as in the railroad, agricultural, utility, and environmental industries. The company also produces magnesia-based chemicals products that are used in industrial, agricultural, and environmental applications; and dolomitic lime primarily to customers for steel production and soil stabilization. Its chemical products are used in flame retardants, wastewater treatment, pulp and paper production, and other environmental applications. The company was founded in 1939 and is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC (MLM) is classified as a large-cap stock in the Materials sector, specifically within the Non-Metallic And Industrial Metal Mining industry. The company is led by CEO C. Howard Nye and employs approximately 9,400 people, headquartered in RALEIGH, North Carolina. With a market capitalization of $36.1B, MLM is one of the prominent companies in the Materials sector.

MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC (MLM) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 49.7/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.MLM ranks #2,168 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Materials sector, MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC ranks #153 of 284 stocks, placing it in the lower half of its Materials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

MLM Stock Price and 52-Week Range

MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC (MLM) currently trades at $631.53. The stock gained $6.03 (1.0%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for MLM is $710.97, which means the stock is currently trading -11.2% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $441.94, putting the stock 42.9% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 304K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is MLM Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC (MLM) carries a value factor score of 54/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 29.36x, compared to the Materials sector average of 26.50x — a premium of 11%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 3.57x, versus the sector average of 2.83x. The price-to-sales ratio is 5.51x, compared to 0.74x for the average Materials stock. On an enterprise value basis, MLM trades at 25.01x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.01x for the sector.

Overall, MLM's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC (MLM) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 12.2%, compared to the Materials sector average of 3.3%, which is within a healthy range. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 6.5% versus the sector average of 0.6%.

On a margin basis, MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC reports gross margins of 30.7%, compared to 29.8% for the sector. The operating margin is 24.6% (sector: 6.0%). Net profit margin stands at 18.0%, versus 3.0% for the average Materials stock. Revenue growth is running at 4.7% on a trailing basis, compared to 1.8% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

MLM Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC has a debt-to-equity ratio of 53.0%, compared to the Materials sector average of 41.0%. Leverage is within a manageable range for the industry, though investors should monitor debt trends over time. The current ratio is 3.57x, indicating strong short-term liquidity. Total debt on the balance sheet is $5.32B. Cash and equivalents stand at $57M.

MLM has a beta of 0.70, meaning it is less volatile than the S&P 500, making it a relatively defensive holding. The stability factor score for MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC is 82/100, indicating low-volatility characteristics and consistent price behavior that appeals to risk-averse investors.

MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC reported revenue of $6.50B and earnings per share (EPS) of $18.81. Net income for the quarter was $1.22B. Gross margin was 30.7%. Operating income came in at $1.65B.

In FY 2025, MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC reported revenue of $6.15B and earnings per share (EPS) of $18.81. Net income for the quarter was $1.14B. Gross margin was 30.7%. Revenue grew -5.9% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $1.44B.

In Q3 2025, MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC reported revenue of $1.85B and earnings per share (EPS) of $6.86. Net income for the quarter was $414M. Gross margin was 33.1%. Revenue grew -2.3% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $505M.

In Q2 2025, MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC reported revenue of $1.61B and earnings per share (EPS) of $5.44. Net income for the quarter was $328M. Gross margin was 30.8%. Revenue grew -8.8% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $458M.

Over the past 8 quarters, MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $1.76B to $6.50B. Investors analyzing MLM stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

MLM Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC (MLM) currently pays a dividend yield of 0.5%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in MLM stock would generate approximately $$51.00 in annual dividend income. This compares to the Materials sector average dividend yield of 0.5%, meaning MLM offers above-average income for its sector. With a net margin of 18.0%, the dividend appears well-covered by earnings, suggesting sustainable payouts going forward.

MLM Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC (MLM) has a momentum factor score of 51/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 31/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 24/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

MLM vs Competitors — Materials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Materials sector, MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC (MLM) ranks #153 out of 284 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places MLM in the lower half of all Materials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (CF) with a score of 56.6/100, Nutrien Ltd. (NTR) with a score of 56.6/100, CVR PARTNERS, LP (UAN) with a score of 55.6/100, LSB INDUSTRIES, INC. (LXU) with a score of 53.6/100, and ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) with a score of 51.2/100.

Comparing MLM against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full MLM vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

MLM Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC (MLM) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy MLM? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC suggests caution. Low volatility (stability score 82/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC (MLM) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 49.7/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on MLM stock.

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