With a market cap of $39.9 billion, Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) produces and supplies construction aggregates in the United States. Founded in 1909, the Birmingham, Alabama-based company operates through Aggregates, Asphalt, and Concrete segments. The company is expected to report its Q4 earnings on Feb. 17, before the markets open. Ahead of the event, analysts expect VMC to report a profit of $2.11 per share on a diluted basis, down 2.8% from $2.17 per share in the year-ago quarter. The company beat ...

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Industry Overview - The basic materials sector includes companies involved in discovering, developing, and processing raw materials essential for other industries, closely tied to economic cycles [1] - It comprises five industries: metals and mining, chemicals, construction materials, paper and forest products, and containers and packaging [1] Recent Performance - The sector has shown mixed performance over the past year, with the S&P 500 Materials Select Sector SPDR (XLB) advancing 15.3% as of January 13 [2] - Metals and mining sectors performed well, while construction materials and chemicals lagged due to slower global growth and inflation concerns [2] - The cyclical nature of the sector makes it sensitive to global economic conditions, interest rates, and the effectiveness of China's stimulus [2] Future Outlook - The outlook for 2026 appears promising, with expected strong earnings growth for materials companies driven by pricing power from tariffs on steel and robust packaging demand [3] - Demand drivers such as electrification, infrastructure spending, and rising consumption of industrial commodities like lithium, copper, and rare earths are expected to support growth [3] Investment Opportunities - Materials funds can act as portfolio diversifiers and inflation hedges, as raw material prices often rise with inflation [4] - Well-managed materials mutual funds may capture growth while balancing risk across multiple industries within the sector [4][5] Selected Mutual Funds - **Fidelity Select Materials (FSDPX)**: Invests in companies involved in raw materials production, with a 3-year annualized return of 2.3% and a 5-year return of 7.2%, net expense ratio of 0.69%, and a Zacks Mutual Fund Rank of 2 [7][8] - **Franklin Gold and Precious Metals (FKRCX)**: Focuses on gold and precious metals operations, with a 3-year annualized return of 48.4% and a 5-year return of 21.1%, net expense ratio of 0.87%, and a Zacks Mutual Fund Rank of 2 [9][10] - **American Century Global Gold (ACGGX)**: Invests in gold-related companies, with a 3-year annualized return of 44.8% and a 5-year return of 20.1%, net expense ratio of 0.91%, and a Zacks Mutual Fund Rank of 1 [12]

Group 1 - The article emphasizes the importance of high-quality development in Ziyun Autonomous County, aligning with the national strategy for rural revitalization and the "14th Five-Year Plan" goals [2] - The county aims to enhance agricultural productivity through initiatives like "small fields to large fields" and promoting crop rotation, focusing on high-value products such as red heart sweet potatoes and blueberries [2] - The strategy includes expanding the ecological chicken production and enhancing fish farming capacity in collaboration with Guizhou Modern Fisheries Group [2] Group 2 - The county is focusing on three main industries: new energy, new building materials, and ecological food, with projects like the Datang Hongchang Agricultural Photovoltaic Power Station aiming for significant capacity integration [3] - Efforts are being made to optimize tourism experiences by developing diverse attractions and creating a 5A scenic area, enhancing local commerce and night-time economy [3] - The development of a regional tourism industry belt is underway, integrating traditional medicine and high-quality accommodations to establish a summer retreat destination [3] Group 3 - Urbanization efforts in the county include improving urban quality through a "1+4" city inspection model and enhancing residential quality to ensure better living conditions for residents [4] - Infrastructure integration between urban and rural areas is prioritized, with initiatives to improve rural road maintenance and communication services [4] - Continuous poverty alleviation monitoring and employment support systems are being implemented to enhance income through industrial development and labor cooperation [4][5]

On Dec. 5, S&P Dow Jones Indices announced the companies that would be joining and leaving the S&P 500 Index (SPY), S&P MidCap 400 Index (MDY), and S&P SmallCap 600 Index (VIOO) effective Dec. 22, 2025. Now in the first full trading week of 2026, the major S&P indexes have all been rebalanced and welcomed new members, including Carvana (CVNA), Comfort Systems USA (FIX), and CRH (CRH), among others. Why Does the S&P 500 Rebalance? It's crucial for investors to understand why the S&P 500 or any index rebal ...

Martin Marietta Materials ( MLM ) is positioned for growth acceleration over the coming years. The company is seeing strong demand across infrastructure and non-residential construction. With more than half of IIJA funding yet to beI have over 15 years of experience investing and have provided research services to mid-sized hedge funds with assets under management between $100 and $500 million. I also have had a brief stint as a sell-side analyst. I am now focusing primarily on managing my own money and my ...

Core Insights - Baupost Group's latest 13F filing reveals a highly selective and concentrated portfolio, focusing on durable businesses with long-term cash generation potential [1][2] Investment Moves - **Restaurant Brands International (QSR)**: Increased by 4,203,300 shares to 8,252,862 shares, representing a $529.3 million position (11.05% of the portfolio). This is now Baupost's largest equity holding, indicating a belief in significant mispricing relative to its stable franchise model and cash flows [3][4] - **Elevance Health (ELV)**: Increased by 703,000 shares to 1,319,000 shares, totaling a $426.2 million position (8.90%). The increase suggests confidence in the company's predictable cash flows and resilience in a politically noisy sector [5][6] - **Union Pacific (UNP)**: Newly established position with 1,496,204 shares, valued at $353.7 million (7.38%). The railroad's high barriers to entry and pricing power align with Baupost's focus on downside protection [7][8] - **Alphabet (GOOG)**: Reduced by 775,850 shares to 1,858,138 shares, now a $452.6 million position (9.45%). The reduction reflects portfolio risk management rather than a loss of conviction [9] - **CRH plc (CRH)**: Trimmed by 442,000 shares to 3,383,395 shares, valued at $405.7 million (8.47%). The trim indicates a disciplined approach to valuation, despite the long-term thesis remaining intact [10] - **Full Exits**: Baupost exited several positions entirely, including Viasat, Liberty Broadband, ICON plc, and Amcor, signaling a shift in risk-reward balance [11][12] Strategic Focus - The quarter was characterized by conviction-driven capital redeployment into high-confidence ideas, particularly in sectors like restaurants, railroads, healthcare, and materials [13][14] - Trimming positions like GOOG and CRH reflects a focus on risk management and valuation discipline rather than a bearish outlook [15] - The top 10 positions account for over 75% of disclosed assets, emphasizing Baupost's belief in concentration as a strategy against ignorance [16] - The portfolio prioritizes downside protection, with upside driven by business durability rather than macroeconomic bets [17]

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All right. So, you're looking at the IIGJA, that big infrastructure bill. You say it was about 300 billion.About 170 has been spent and under 130 to grow. And you say that's tanamount to really a big tailwind for the material sector. >> Yeah.You know, and and what I'd say, Frank, is I look at it in three buckets. So, the public, you're right. It is we've got an incredibly positive outlook.Even though the bill expires in September, only 50% of the dollars have even been spent. Another really big bucket to wa ...

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