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United States Lime & Minerals Inc (USLM)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
12/09/2025: USLM (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $125
1 Year Target Price $125
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 309.46% | Avg. Invested days 92 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 12/09/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.40B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 26.08 | 1Y Target Price 125 |
Price to earnings Ratio 26.08 | 1Y Target Price 125 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.96 | 52 Weeks Range 80.34 - 150.83 | Updated Date 11/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 80.34 - 150.83 | Updated Date 11/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.20% | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.55 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 35.83% | Operating Margin (TTM) 45.35% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 16.27% | Return on Equity (TTM) 24.29% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 26.08 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 3111005671 | Price to Sales(TTM) 9.55 |
Enterprise Value 3111005671 | Price to Sales(TTM) 9.55 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.53 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 17.53 | Shares Outstanding 28639399 | Shares Floating 10653026 |
Shares Outstanding 28639399 | Shares Floating 10653026 | ||
Percent Insiders 62.5 | Percent Institutions 31.23 |
Upturn AI SWOT
United States Lime & Minerals Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
United States Lime & Minerals, Inc. was founded in 1950. It has grown through acquisitions and expansions to become a leading producer of lime and limestone products.
Core Business Areas
- Lime and Limestone: Production and sale of lime and limestone products for various applications, including construction, agriculture, environmental, and industrial uses.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by its executive management team and operates under a traditional corporate structure with a board of directors.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Lime: Lime is used in a variety of applications including steel production, water treatment, and flue gas desulfurization. USLM holds a significant, though unspecified, market share in the North American lime market. Competitors include Lhoist, Graymont, and Mississippi Lime Company. Market share is difficult to calculate without detailed market data, but the lime market is heavily fragmented.
- Limestone: Limestone is primarily used in construction aggregates, road building, and cement production. USLM holds a significant, though unspecified, market share in the Southwest US. Competitors include Vulcan Materials (VMC), Martin Marietta Materials (MLM), and CRH plc (CRH).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The lime and limestone industry is driven by infrastructure development, environmental regulations, and industrial activity. It is a mature industry with moderate growth potential.
Positioning
USLM focuses on high-quality lime and limestone production, primarily serving markets in the Southwest and Gulf Coast regions. They are known for their strategically located reserves and efficient operations.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for lime and limestone in North America is estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually. USLM's positioning in key geographic markets allows it to capture a portion of this TAM, dependent on economic conditions and competitor activity.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strategic Location of Reserves
- High-Quality Products
- Efficient Operations
- Established Customer Relationships
- Strong Financial Position
Weaknesses
- Limited Geographic Diversification
- Dependence on Cyclical Industries
- Exposure to Environmental Regulations
- Potential for high transportation costs
Opportunities
- Expansion into New Geographic Markets
- Increased Demand from Environmental Applications
- Acquisitions of Smaller Competitors
- Infrastructure spending increase
Threats
- Economic Downturns
- Increased Environmental Regulations
- Competition from Larger Players
- Fluctuations in raw material and energy prices
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- VMC
- MLM
- CRH
Competitive Landscape
USLM competes with larger, more diversified players in the lime and limestone industry. Its strengths lie in its strategic locations, high-quality products, and efficient operations. However, it faces challenges from larger competitors with greater resources and broader geographic reach.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: USLM has experienced moderate growth over the past few years, driven by organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on economic conditions, infrastructure spending, and environmental regulations. Analyst estimates can be found on financial websites.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in plant upgrades and expansions to increase production capacity.
Summary
United States Lime & Minerals is a well-established company with strategically located reserves and efficient operations. Its reliance on cyclical industries and limited geographic diversification pose potential risks. Recent initiatives focusing on plant upgrades should bolster future growth. Continued focus on high-quality products and strategic acquisitions will be key to navigating the competitive landscape.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Industry Reports
- Financial News Websites
Disclaimers:
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About United States Lime & Minerals Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Dallas, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Timothy W. Byrne CPA | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Building Materials | Full time employees 345 | Website https://www.uslm.com |
Full time employees 345 | Website https://www.uslm.com | ||
United States Lime & Minerals, Inc. manufactures and supplies lime and limestone products in the United States. It extracts limestone from open-pit quarries and an underground mine, and processes it as pulverized limestone, quicklime, hydrated lime, and lime slurry. The company supplies its products primarily to the construction customers, including highway, road, and building contractors; industrial customers, such as paper and glass manufacturers; environmental customers comprising municipal sanitation and water treatment facilities, and flue gas treatment processes; oil and gas services companies; roof shingle manufacturers; and poultry producers. In addition, the company has various royalty interests with respect to oil and gas rights in natural gas wells located in Johnson County, Texas in the Barnett Shale Formation. The company was incorporated in 1950 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. United States Lime & Minerals, Inc. is a subsidiary of Inberdon Enterprises Ltd.
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