Martin Marietta Materials (MLM) has been designated as a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) due to a recent earnings miss, indicating a potential top to its stock rally. The company reported a 17% EPS miss in Q4, and its 2026 guidance shows slowing aggregate shipment growth and revenue below consensus, influenced by weakness in single-family housing and nonresidential construction. Earnings estimates have subsequently been lowered across all time frames, suggesting a challenging risk/reward profile for investors.
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Bear of the Day: Martin Marietta Materials (MLM)
Martin Marietta Materials (MLM) has been designated as a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) due to a recent earnings miss, indicating a potential top to its stock rally. The company reported a 17% EPS miss in Q4, and its 2026 guidance shows slowing aggregate shipment growth and revenue below consensus, influenced by weakness in single-family housing and nonresidential construction. Earnings estimates have subsequently been lowered across all time frames, suggesting a challenging risk/reward profile for investors.