Vulcan Materials Profit Margin

Vulcan Materials (VMC) currently reports a profit margin of 13.88% as of March 2026. That compares with 12.5% in the prior-year period — up 11.0% year over year. That is above the Materials sector average of 11.08%. Use the charts on this page to explore Vulcan Materials's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Vulcan Materials's profit margin increased from 12.5% to 13.88% — a 11.0% year-over-year increase (period ending March 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Vulcan Materials's profit margin of 13.88% is higher than the Materials sector average of 11.08%. That is roughly 25.3% above the sector mean. A reading higher peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Vulcan Materials's current 13.88% should be judged against Materials norms (sector average: 11.08%) and against VMC's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of 13.88%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Materials average is 11.08%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Vulcan Materials, and consider following VMC for alerts when major investors trade the stock.