Martin Marietta Q1 revenue up 17% to $1.36 billion; continuing-ops earnings down 24%
Martin Marietta reported first-quarter 2026 revenues of $1.362 billion, up 17%, but net earnings from continuing operations fell 24% to $79 million, with diluted EPS of $1.31 versus $1.70. The company reaffirmed full-year 2026 guidance and agreed on April 19, 2026 to acquire New Frontier Materials, while reported net earnings of $1.513 billion included a $1.4 billion after-tax gain on the QUIKRETE asset exchange.
Key points
- Revenues rose 17% to $1.362 billion; adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations rose 14% to $364 million.
- Adjusted earnings per diluted share from continuing operations were $1.93, up 14%, excluding charges totaling $0.62 per share.
- Full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance of $2.43 billion at the midpoint was reaffirmed.
- The New Frontier Materials acquisition is expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.
The filing
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