United States Lime & Minerals reported a strong fourth quarter with increased revenues and net income. Revenue increased by 12.7% to $65.7 million, and net income rose by 57.5% to $17.0 million. The results were driven by increased average selling prices, although sales volumes decreased due to lower demand from industrial and construction customers.
Q4 revenue increased by 12.7% to $65.7 million compared to Q4 2022.
Lime and limestone revenues increased by 13.1% to $65.4 million compared to Q4 2022.
Net income increased by 57.5% to $17.0 million ($2.98 per share diluted) compared to Q4 2022.
Gross profit increased by 40.4% to $23.6 million compared to Q4 2022.
The company anticipates soft construction demand, particularly from commercial building, will continue through at least the first half 2024.
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