If you are looking for stocks that have gained strong momentum recently but are still trading at reasonable prices, Cemex (CX) could be a great choice. It is one of the several stocks that passed through our 'Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain' screen.
Does Cemex (CX) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.
Cemex (CX) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. delivered strong Q3 '25 results with record margins, driven by robust pricing despite weak volumes in key markets, Mexico, and the U.S. CX's profitability gains stem from effective pricing, cost controls, and fuel tailwinds, but volume weakness remains a concern, especially in North America. Valuation appears elevated at 15x earnings and 20x FCF, with current pricing power considered potentially unsustainable in a cyclical downturn.
Cemex is building a global, low-carbon platform with strong pricing power and operational discipline. Margins remained solid in Q2 2025 despite weather impacts, weaker demand, and tough comps. Valuation remains disconnected from fundamentals, trading below 6x EV/EBITDA and under book value.
CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V.'s Q2 '25 results reveal worsening volume declines in Mexico and the US, signaling a negative turn in the cement cycle. Despite resilient EBITDA margins, aggregate operating EBITDA fell 11% due to falling sales in core geographies. Management remains conservative on capital allocation, prioritizing ROIC and shareholder returns, with no aggressive growth or acquisitions planned.
CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:CX ) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call July 24, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Jaime Muguiro Domínguez - Chief Executive Officer Louisa Page Rodriguez - Executive Vice President of Investor Relations, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs Maher Al-Haffar - CFO and Executive VP of Finance & Administration Conference Call Participants Adrian Eugenio Huerta - JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division Alejandra Obregon Martinez - Morgan Stanley, Research Division Anne Jean Milne - BofA Securities, Research Division Benjamin M.
CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. presents a value investment opportunity with a strong balance sheet, undervalued valuation multiples, and a favorable debt-to-equity ratio of 0.51. Despite a long-term bearish trend, technical indicators like RSI, stochastics, and MACD suggest a potential rally to $8.50–$9 in the coming months. Intermediate technicals show bullish divergences and an ascending triangle formation, indicating buyer accumulation and a potential breakout.
CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:CX ) Q1 2025 Results Conference Call April 28, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Lucy Rodriguez - Chief Communications Officer Jaime Muguiro - Chief Executive Officer Maher Al-Haffar - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Adrian Huerta - JPMorgan Francisco Suarez - Scotiabank Gordon Lee - BTG Pactual Anne Milne - Bank of America Yassine Touahri - On field Alejandra Obregon - Morgan Stanley Ben Theurer - Barclays Carlos Peyrelongue - Bank of America Jorel Guilloty - Goldman Sachs Operator Good morning.
CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V.'s Q4 2024 results show declining sales in key markets, indicating a potential cyclical downturn and a challenging future for maintaining high margins and revenue growth. Despite offsetting lower volumes with higher prices, Cemex's operating margins are declining due to high overhead costs and competitive pressures. Valuation remains fair but not opportunistic; potential market challenges in FY25 and FY26 could present better buying opportunities for CX stock.
CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:CX ) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 6, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Lucy Rodriguez - Chief Communications Officer Fernando Gonzalez - CEO Maher Al-Haffar - CFO Conference Call Participants Ben Theurer - Barclays Carlos Peyrelongue - Bank of America Alejandra Martinez - Morgan Stanley Gordon Lee - BTG Pactual Adrian Huerta - JPMorgan Jorel Guilloty - Goldman Sachs Yassine Touahri - Onfield Operator Good morning.
HSBC says emerging markets could prove to be relatively “less vulnerable” as President-elect Donald Trump proceeds with raising tariffs on foreign goods in 2025. EMs typically have better growth dynamics than the developed markets which justifies a “small overweight” in their stocks.