LFRGY News Alert Lafarge Ads (LFRGY) 18.0700 09/21/2014 06:0

New Post Public Reply Private Reply Replies (0) Message Board
Stock_Tracker
Lafarge Ads (LFRGY) 18.0700 $LFRGY

Portland Cement Market for Residential, Commercial, Infrastructure and Other Applications - Global Forecasts and Opportunities, 2020
M2 - Fri Sep 12, 4:53AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/qq4qsl/portland_cement) has announced the addition of the "Portland Cement Market for Residential, Commercial, Infrastructure and Other Applications - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2014 - 2020" report to their offering. This market is expected to reach 5,165.1 million tons by 2019 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% between 2014 and 2020. Residential and infrastructure construction applications accounted for the largest share of the portland cement market in terms of both volume and revenue with over 70.0% share of total volume consumed in 2013. Portland cement used in commercial construction applications was the third largest product segment of portland cement followed by others. The portland cement industry exhibits a high degree of backward integration as majority of portland cement producers are also engaged in its upstream activities. This backward integration gives these participants a distinctive competitive advantage in terms of better raw material supply and better market dominance. The demand for portland cement mainly stems from the growing construction activities across the globe. Growing urbanization in Asia Pacific has led to increased demand for housing and infrastructure development which has led to increased demand for Portland cement in this region. Countries such as China and India are expected to be the major drivers for Portland cement in the near future. These countries are expected to invest in infrastructure development in order to build basic infrastructure facilities. These investments are anticipated to boost the demand for Portland cement in this region. Further, Brazil and Russia will host international tournaments such as Olympic Games and FIFA World Cup in 2016 and 2018 respectively. Such massive events require world-class infrastructure development in the form of stadiums and other ancillary amenities. In preparation for the FIFA World Cup in 2018, the Russian government has allocated approximately USD 16 billion to developing essential infrastructure. These factors are expected to drive the demand for cement in Russia and Brazil in the next few years. Portland cement used for residential construction was the major application of portland cement accounting for about 45% of the portland cement market. There has been as increase in demand for portland cement used for residential construction due to the growing need for new residential units in Asia Pacific region. Also, in North America the construction sector is expected to witness stable growth in the next few years, on the backdrop of recent economic revival. Key Topics Covered: - Preface - Executive Summary - Portland cement - Industry Analysis - Portland cement: Application Analysis - Portland cement market- Regional Analysis - Company Profiles - Anhui Conch Cement Co. Ltd. - Buzzi Unicem SpA - CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. - China National Building Material (CNBM) - Eurocement Group ZAO - Heidelberg Cement AG - Holcim, Ltd. - Italcementi SPA. - Lafarge SA - UltraTech Cement Limited For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/qq...and_cement

Why Anglo American (AAUKY) Stock Is Lower
at The Street - Mon Jul 07, 11:55AM CDT
Shares of Anglo American (AAUKY) are down in heavy trading volume after the miner said that it would sell its 50% stake in Lafarge Tarmac to Lafarge (LFRGY).

Global Asphalt Market 2014-2018: More Than 99% of Recycled Asphalt in US was Used for Construction Projects
M2 - Fri Mar 21, 9:41AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4wgfmc/global_asphalt) has announced the addition of the "Global Asphalt Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The analysts forecast the Global Asphalt market to grow at a CAGR of 4.05 percent over the period 2013-2018. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is increase in the use of recycled asphalt pavements. The Global Asphalt market has also been witnessing recycling activities at a rapid rate. However, unstable economic conditions could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. Key vendors dominating this market space include BP plc, ExxonMobil Corp., Imperial Oil Ltd., Shell Bitumen. Other vendors mentioned in the report are Aggregate Industries Ltd., Akzo Nobel NV, Atlas Roofing Corp., Anglo American plc, CEMEX UK Operations Ltd., CertainTeed Corp, Chevron Corp., China Petroleum & Chemical Corp., Colas Danmark A/S, CRH plc, Indian Oil Corp. Ltd., IKO Group Johns Manville, Lafarge SA, Marathon Petroleum Corp., Murphy Oil Corp., Neste Oil Oyj, Owens Corning Corp., Petroleos de Venezuela SA, RPM International Inc., Sinclair Oil Corp., Total S.A., United Refining Co., Valero Energy Corp., Ziegler Chemical & Mineral Corp. Commenting on the report, an analyst from the team said: The trend of recycling is on the rise in the Global Asphalt market. Asphalt is the most recycled product in the Americas with a recycling rate of 80 percent. The rising popularity of RAP along with the need to reduce cost and wastage of materials is resulting in the increased recycling rates. According to a survey conducted by the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), more than 99 percent of recycled asphalt in the US was used for new construction projects, pavement preservation, and other paving projects. Government projects are adopting the usage of recycled materials and warm-mix asphalt to ensure that they get high-quality, sustainable roads and save taxpayers money in the process. According to the report, one of the main drivers in this market is the growth in traffic which calls for the construction of new roads and maintenance of existing ones. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4w...al_asphalt About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.

Concise Analysis of the International Concrete and Cement Market - Forecasts to 2017
M2 - Thu Feb 13, 4:20AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/9gs99s/global_concrete) has announced the addition of the "Concise Analysis of the International Concrete and Cement Market - Forecasts to 2017" report to their offering. The global concrete and cement market valued US$449.4 billion in 2012. The Asia-Pacific region was the largest regional market and accounted for 58.1% of the global market. The Asia-Pacific concrete and cement market valued US$261.1 billion in 2012, recording a CAGR of 14.78% during the review period, outperforming all other regional markets. China constituted the largest share of the regional market, with a 71.4% share in 2012. With a value of US$193.9 billion and a 43.2% market share in 2012, Portland cement was the largest category in the global concrete and cement market. Ready-mix concrete was the second-largest category in 2012. In terms of growth, refractory cements, mortars and concretes is expected to be the fastest-growing category in the global concrete and cement market over the forecast period, with a CAGR of 9.62%. A sharp decline in the demand for Chinese products means that net exports have ceased to be the driving force behind the Chinese economy. Furthermore, debt and investment-fueled economic growth has accelerated the Chinese total debt-to-GDP ratio; development that will force the Chinese to reduce spending on infrastructure and manufacturing capacity. Key Topics Covered: 1 Executive Summary 2 Concrete and Cement Market Analysis 3 Global Concrete and Cement Market 4 North American Concrete and Cement Market 5 European Concrete and Cement Market 6 Asia-Pacific Concrete and Cement Market 7 Latin American Concrete and Cement Market 8 Middle East Concrete and Cement Market 9 Company Profile: Lafarge SA 10 Company Profile: Cemex, S.A.B. de C.V. 11 Company Profile: China National Materials Co., Ltd 12 Company Profile: Holcim Ltd 13 Company Profile: HeidelbergCement AG 14 Appendix Companies Mentioned: - Cemex - China National Materials - HeidelbergCement - Holcim - Lafarge For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/9g...l_concrete

Global Concrete and Cement Market 2013-2017: Asia-Pacific Concrete and Cement Market Valued US$261.1 Billion in 2012
M2 - Thu Sep 19, 11:16AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/3c4jn6/global_concrete) has announced the addition of the "Global Concrete and Cement Market - Key Trends and Opportunities to 2017" report to their offering. The Asia-Pacific region was the largest regional market, while Europe and North America were the second- and third-largest regional markets. A protracted economic recovery in the US and continuing uncertainty in the Eurozone are expected to reduce the market shares of these regions over the forecast period. Developing economies in Asia-Pacific, especially China, India and Indonesia, are expected to support the expansion of the concrete and cement markets, due to the rapid development of infrastructure and an increase in residential construction. Key Highlights - The global concrete and cement market valued US$449.4 billion in 2012. The Asia-Pacific region was the largest regional market and accounted for 58.1% of the global market. - The Asia-Pacific concrete and cement market valued US$261.1 billion in 2012, recording a CAGR of 14.78% during the review period, outperforming all other regional markets. China constituted the largest share of the regional market, with a 71.4% share in 2012. - With a value of US$193.9 billion and a 43.2% market share in 2012, Portland cement was the largest category in the global concrete and cement market. Ready-mix concrete was the second-largest category in 2012. - In terms of growth, refractory cements, mortars and concretes is expected to be the fastest-growing category in the global concrete and cement market over the forecast period, with a CAGR of 9.62%. - The European economies are struggling to find a balance between austerity and economic growth. While the region is expected to remain under stress for the rest of 2013, domestic investment and demand are expected to improve in 2014, strengthening GDP growth. Russia, which is Europe's second-largest construction market after France, is expected to be the main source of future growth in the region. - Activity in the US is slowly regaining pace due to a surge in private residential construction, especially multi-family housing. However, recovery is expected to be gradual due to anticipated spending cuts to be imposed by the government from 2013. Companies Mentioned: - Lafarge SA - Cemex, S.A.B. de C.V. - China National Materials Co. Ltd - Holcim Ltd - HeidelbergCement AG For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/3c...l_concrete About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.

Aegion Beats Earnings Estimates, Sales Miss - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Jul 31, 8:21AM CDT
Aegion 2Q13 earnings beat while sales missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate.

Cement Market Reviewed by Merchant Research & Consulting in Cutting-Edge Report Now Available at MarketPublishers.com
PRWeb - Mon Apr 01, 2:21PM CDT
In 2011, revenues of the world cement market overrode USD 237 billion, representing a growth at a CARG of more than 9% over 2007-2011. The Asia-Pacific is the leading regional market for cement, accounting for above 75% of the overall market. HeidelbergCement AG, CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V., Lafarge S.A. and China National Building Material Company Limited are amid the top participants in the global cement industry.

Larry Tanenbaum (OC) Inducted into the Road Building Hall of Fame
CNW Group - Fri Feb 15, 7:00AM CST
The Ontario Road Builders' Association (ORBA) would like to congratulate Mr. Larry Tanenbaum (OC) the latest inductee into the Road Building Hall of Fame. Mr. Tanenbaum was elected on February 12, 2013 by the ORBA Board of Directors, Past Presidents, and current Hall of Fame members, for his work with the Kilmer Van Nostrand Company Ltd. (KVN), having served as President and Chief Executive Officer since 1968, and as Chairman since 2000.

Gypsum and Anhydrite - Global Strategic Business Report
M2 - Fri Feb 01, 6:17AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/bcmbqg/gypsum_and) has announced the addition of the "Gypsum and Anhydrite - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Gypsum and Anhydrite in Thousand Metric Tons by the following End-Use Segments: - Prefabricated Products - Plasters - Portland Cement - Agriculture & Miscellaneous. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2009 through 2017. Also, a six-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. The report profiles 37 companies including many key and niche players. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based upon search engine sources in the public domain. Total Companies Profiled: 37 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 55) - American Electric P

Cement Industry in the United States Is Expected To Increase to a Value of $11,298.8 Million by End Of 2016
M2 - Thu Jan 03, 9:36AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/q7t8pf/cement_in_the) has announced the addition of the "Cement in the United States" report to their offering. Cement in the United States industry profile provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market size (value 2007-11, and forecast to 2016). The profile also contains descriptions of the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market. Essential resource for top-line data and analysis covering the United States cement market. Includes market size data, textual and graphical analysis of market growth trends, leading companies and macroeconomic information. Highlights - For the purposes of this Profile, cement is taken to be hydraulic cement (e.g. Portland cement) used for construction and similar purposes. Volumes are for the annual consumption of cement within the specified geography, whether produced domestically or imported. The profile focu

Global Construction Materials Industry Is Expected To Increase to a Value of $1,016 Billion by the End Of 2016
M2 - Thu Jan 03, 6:14AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/gk2cc5/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Construction Materials" report to their offering. Global Construction Materials industry profile provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market size (value 2007-11, and forecast to 2016). The profile also contains descriptions of the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market. Essential resource for top-line data and analysis covering the Global construction materials market. Includes market size data, textual and graphical analysis of market growth trends, leading companies and macroeconomic information. Highlights - The construction materials market consists of cement, aggregates, and bricks. The cement segment includes hydraulic cement (e.g. Portland cement), but excludes solid concrete. The aggregates segment includes sand, gravel, crushed rock, recycled concrete, and other aggregate




Scroll down for more posts ▼

Top 10 Most Recent News Articles

ARPwave Therapy: A Game Changer For Patient Recovery

Updated Category News Views 1

New Insights in Recovery with ARPwave Therapy Getting stuck in a rehab rut is not uncommon. That's where ARPwave therapy steps in, taking an innovative approach to healing by focusing on the nervous system's role in recovery. Props to Jeff Kessler from Maximum Health Physical Therapy for shedding light on this game-changing method during an insightful piece in...

Continue Reading
Sophont's Holon-S1: Revolutionizing Pathology and AI

Updated Category News Views 3

Pushing Boundaries in Tumor Analysis with AI In the world of medical AI, it's not every day you hear about a tool that claims to read the secrets hidden within routine pathology slides to predict tumor behavior. Yet, here we are with Sophont's latest brainchild, the Holon-S1. This thing is more than just another AI model; it's a giant leap towards pulling the veil off...

Continue Reading
AHN Opens Clinic for Severe Postpartum Tear Care

Updated Category News Views 4

A Game Changer for Postpartum Recovery When it comes to childbirth, you think you've heard it all, but here's a twist—Allegheny Health Network (AHN) just swung the doors open on a clinic laser-focused on a very raw deal: third- and fourth-degree perineal lacerations. We're diving into new territory where one network sees the gap and jumps into action, calling in the...

Continue Reading
Norwegian Bella™: A New Era in Luxury Cruising

Updated Category News Views 5

Setting Sail with Norwegian Bella™ in 2028 When you hear about another cruise ship hitting the water, eye rolls might come naturally. But Norwegian Cruise Line's latest announcement adds a few twists worth noting. Today, the big news is that the Norwegian Bella™, the freshest face in NCL's innovative Prima Class, is now open for bookings. This beauty will start its...

Continue Reading
DARPA Pumps $10.7M into RxMP's Hemorrhage Control Drug

Updated Category News Views 2

RxMP Therapeutics Lands a DARPA Deal Would you look at that—RxMP Therapeutics just got handed a load of cash thanks to some good old government backing. Up to $10.7 million from DARPA is no chump change. It's like finding a lifeboat right when you're treading water out there in the big bad sea. This award under the RAPIID program is set to move the needle for RxMP’s...

Continue Reading
FAA Greenlights Boeing’s 737-10: What’s at Stake?

Updated Category News Views 1

Breaking New Ground: Boeing 737-10 Certified Well, the folks at Boeing must be popping champagne, because the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) just handed them the golden ticket: certification for the brand spankin' new Boeing 737-10. This ain't your average paper-pushing approval. We're talking nearly 1,000 test flights and what seems like a mountain of safety...

Continue Reading
STEM Grant Boosts Outdoor Learning in Shelbyville

Updated Category News Views 0

Supporting Future Leaders in STEM Some news is like finding a hidden gem in your backyard. This one comes from the hushed fields of Shelbyville, Indiana, where Girls Inc. of Shelbyville is making waves with a $25,000 grant from the American Water Charitable Foundation. It's no surprise that Indiana American Water is celebrating this landmark move, given that they're...

Continue Reading
Florida Poly's Astro: First Flying Police Vehicle Takes Off

Updated Category News Views 3

Flying Into A New Era of Campus Safety Hold onto your hats, folks, because we're catapulting straight into the future. Florida Polytechnic University just rolled out something straight from sci-fi flicks—a flying police car. Yep, you heard right. They've dubbed it 'Astro,' after that lovable pooch from the Jetsons. Pioneering Advanced Air Mobility The Florida...

Continue Reading
BMO's Bold Leadership Shuffle: Cox Takes Helm

Updated Category News Views 0

Fresh Blood at the Helm: Tim Cox's New Role BMO's leadership is getting a shakeup worthy of any Wall Street drama. Tim Cox, a name insiders hail for his sharp legal mind and strategic chops, is stepping up as the U.S. Country Head for BMO. Come November 1st, he'll be steering BMO's massive U.S. subsidiaries like BMO Financial Corp. and BMO Bank N.A. It's a big leap from...

Continue Reading
AI Agents Race: 10M Downloads Spark Competitive Fire

Updated Category News Views 4

The AI Agent Arms Race is On Throwdown time in the AI jungle, folks. A new AI agent hit the big 10.9 million downloads in a mere six weeks. In the digital world, those kinds of numbers are the equivalent of finding a unicorn in your backyard. This data gem comes courtesy of Sensor Tower, as reported by Yahoo Finance, and it looks like the appetite for this technological...

Continue Reading

Top 5 Most Recently Viewed Articles

Veru Inc. Achieves Groundbreaking Results in Weight Loss Study

Updated Category News Views 156

Promising Outcomes from Veru's Phase 2b QUALITY Study Veru Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focusing on innovative treatments for various health issues, has revealed positive topline findings from its Phase 2b QUALITY clinical study. This research centers around the potential of enobosarm, a drug aimed at preserving lean mass in individuals utilizing...

Continue Reading
Evaluating Trade Desk Inc.'s Current Valuation Metrics

Updated Category News Views 130

A Detailed Examination of Trade Desk Inc.'s Price Metrics Right now, Trade Desk Inc. (NASDAQ: TTD) is witnessing its shares priced at $40.49, reflecting a modest increase of 0.74%. However, over the last month, the stock has seen a drop of 25.20%, and when looking at the past year, it has plummeted by 68.78%. Amidst these shifts, many shareholders may naturally wonder...

Continue Reading
Patagonia Gold Moves Forward with Calcatreu Project Development

Updated Category News Views 96

Exciting Advancements for Patagonia Gold Corp. Patagonia Gold Corp. proudly announces a major milestone in its journey. With the approval of the final permit, the company is set to embark on the construction and development of the highly anticipated Calcatreu gold and silver project. This significant development reflects Patagonia's commitment to advancing its mining...

Continue Reading
Novavax's Q2 2025 Results: Key Milestones & Future Outlook

Updated Category News Views 475

Novavax Reports Financial Results for Second Quarter 2025 Novavax, Inc. (NASDAQ: NVAX) has recently shared its financial outcomes and significant operational highlights for the second quarter ended recently. The company's total revenue reached $239 million during this quarter, a notable position as it moved through its growth strategy. Major Milestones Achieved Among the...

Continue Reading
Top Utility Stocks Offering Attractive Dividends for Investors

Updated Category News Views 185

Understanding High-Dividend Yield Utilities In the world of investing, particularly during uncertain market conditions, high-dividend yielding stocks emerge as favored options for many investors. These stocks typically belong to companies boasting robust free cash flow, thereby providing consistent returns to their shareholders. Investors looking for stability and income...

Continue Reading