US Lime & Minerals Q1 2026 earnings slip modestly
United States Lime & Minerals reported lower first‑quarter 2026 results, but maintained strong profitability and a debt‑free balance sheet.
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Rhea-AI Filing Summary
United States Lime & Minerals reported lower first‑quarter 2026 results, but maintained strong profitability and a debt‑free balance sheet. Revenues were $87.8 million, down 3.7% from $91.3 million, as softer demand from construction, oil and gas, and roof shingle customers more than offset stronger steel demand. Net income declined to $30.6 million, or $1.06 per diluted share, from $34.1 million, or $1.19 per diluted share, mainly due to lower volumes and higher fuel and transportation costs.
Operating cash flow was $32.1 million, compared with $39.4 million a year earlier, while capital expenditures rose to $18.3 million, including $10.0 million for a new vertical kiln at the Texas Lime Company plant. The kiln project is expected to cost about $65 million in total and start up in summer 2026. Cash and cash equivalents increased to $383.2 million, and the company had no debt outstanding, with only $4.6 million in letters of credit drawn on a $75 million revolving credit facility. The company paid a $0.06 per‑share dividend in March and its board declared another $0.06 quarterly dividend payable in June 2026.
Insights
Q1 2026 shows modest volume-driven earnings pressure amid heavy kiln investment.
United States Lime & Minerals saw Q1 2026 revenue slip to $87.8M, down 3.7% year over year, as lime and limestone volumes fell 3.4% on weaker construction, oil and gas, and roof shingle demand, partially offset by stronger steel demand. Gross profit declined 9.5% to $41.8M, reflecting both lower volumes and higher fuel and transportation costs.
Net income fell 10.4% to $30.6M, with diluted EPS at $1.06 versus $1.19 a year earlier. Operating cash flow eased to $32.1M from $39.4M, while capital spending increased to $18.3M, including $10.0M for the Texas kiln project, which is expected to total about $65M and start up in summer 2026.
Despite softer earnings, the company’s financial position remained strong: cash and cash equivalents rose to $383.2M, with no debt and only $4.6M in letters of credit against a $75M revolving facility. The board maintained a regular dividend of $0.06 per share, and management expressed optimism about full‑year construction demand. Future filings may clarify kiln ramp‑up effects on volumes, margins, and capital outlays.
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