VULCAN INCREASES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND ON COMMON STOCK

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Vulcan Materials (NYSE: VMC) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.52 per share, payable March 23, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 9, 2026. This is a 6% increase from $0.49 and marks the ninth consecutive annual dividend increase.

Management cited strong operational and financial performance and confidence in long-term shareholder value. Vulcan is the largest U.S. producer of construction aggregates and a member of the S&P 500.

Positive

• Dividend raised 6% from $0.49 to $0.52 per share
• Payable March 23, 2026 with record date March 9, 2026
• Ninth consecutive year of dividend increases

Negative

• Modest increase of 6% may be below investor income-growth expectations

News Market Reaction – VMC

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --The Board of Directors of Vulcan Materials Company (NYSE: VMC) today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.52 per share on its common stock. The dividend will be payable on March 23, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 9, 2026. The new quarterly dividend represents an increase of six percent from $0.49 to $0.52 per share.

Chief Executive Officer, Ronnie Pruitt, said, "I am pleased to announce a dividend increase for the ninth consecutive year. This increase reflects the Company's strong operational and financial performance, our confidence in the resilience of our business and our ability to deliver sustainable, long-term value to our shareholders."

Vulcan Materials Company, a member of the S&P 500 Index with headquarters in Birmingham, Alabama, is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates—primarily crushed stone, sand and gravel—and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials, including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. For additional information about Vulcan, go to www.vulcanmaterials.com.

Investor Contact: Mark Warren (205) 298-3220
Media Contact: Jack Bonnikson (205) 298-3220

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SOURCE Vulcan Materials Company

FAQ

What dividend did Vulcan Materials (VMC) announce on February 13, 2026?

Vulcan announced a $0.52 quarterly cash dividend, up from $0.49. According to the company, this represents a 6% increase and continues nine consecutive years of hikes.

When is the Vulcan Materials (VMC) dividend payable and what is the record date?

The dividend is payable on March 23, 2026 to shareholders of record on March 9, 2026. According to the company, shareholders must hold shares by the record date to qualify.

How significant is the Vulcan Materials (VMC) dividend increase for shareholders?

The increase is a 6% raise from $0.49 to $0.52 per share. According to the company, it reflects operational strength and long-term shareholder-value confidence.

Does Vulcan Materials (VMC) belong to any major index relevant to investors?

Yes. Vulcan Materials is a member of the S&P 500. According to the company, it is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates, including crushed stone, sand and gravel.

Who can investors contact for more information about Vulcan Materials (VMC) dividend?

Investor contact is listed as Mark Warren (205) 298-3220. According to the company, media inquiries go to Jack Bonnikson at the same number.