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Martin Marietta reported record profitability in the second quarter of 2020, with consolidated gross margin improving by 200 basis points. Product demand remained strong, and the company saw increased pricing in aggregates, cement, and ready-mixed concrete.
Consolidated gross margin improved by 200 basis points.
All Building Materials business product lines contributed to expansion.
Product demand remains strong.
Increased Aggregates, Cement and Ready Mixed Concrete Pricing.
Martin Marietta will reinstate full-year earnings guidance when it has sufficient visibility. The Company believes its industry will likely experience lower overall product demand over the next few quarters due to the COVID-19 pandemic.