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The Motley Fool September 18, 2008 David Lee Smith	Cemex: Still Solid South of the Border Cemex is one of the soundest companies around, and yet largely because of the U.S. housing debacle, this Mexican-based cement and related products company has watched its share price decline more than 45% in less than a year.
The Motley Fool October 5, 2004 Lawrence Meyers	Florida Rock Is Steady There's a worldwide cement shortage. Everybody needs it, and this company has it. With ample free cash flow, a forward P/E of 15, and better gross and operating margins than its competitor, Florida Rock is a solid candidate for further exploration.
The Motley Fool October 19, 2009 David Lee Smith	Does Cemex Still Have Room to Run? Cemex has been a three bagger since March, but there could be a lot left.
The Motley Fool March 1, 2007 David Lee Smith	Time for a Hard Look at Cement With environmental regulations making the construction of new cement plants problematic, these companies possess progressively more attractive assets and should be watched closely by investors.
The Motley Fool January 30, 2008 David Lee Smith	Cemex: Cementing Global Growth Mexico-based cement giant Cemex announces a solid quarter, clearly aided by its last year's purchase of Australia's Rinker Materials.
The Motley Fool January 3, 2007 Rich Duprey	Foolish Forecast: Texas Industries Sets Up The cement and aggregate supplier will file second-quarter 2007 earnings shortly. Investors, here's how things will set.
The Motley Fool March 28, 2008 David Lee Smith	This Texan's Getting Bigger Dallas based cement manufacturer Texas Industries is already growing earnings in front of its added capacity.
The Motley Fool March 10, 2009 David Lee Smith	Cemex: Cracked, But Still Sturdy Bond and debt woes aside, this beaten-down cement player may be a good value.
Registered Rep. December 1, 2005 Bob Hirschfeld	Bulking Up on Bulk Shipping Stocks Dry bulk shipping represents a beguiling convergence of value and growth. Of the recent IPOs, two standouts include dry bulk specialists DryShips, which did an offering in February, and Eagle Bulk Shipping, in June. Both issues appear reasonably cheap.
The Motley Fool January 6, 2006 Stephen D. Simpson	Cracks in the Pavement for Texas Industries? The coincidence of high energy prices and routine maintenance hurt results this quarter, but the cement/concrete/aggregate story is still solid.
The Motley Fool January 5, 2007 David Lee Smith	Texas Industries Cements a Quarter The cement and buildings material maker turned in a fine second quarter. Smart investors are urged to keep an eye on this company.
The Motley Fool September 19, 2007 Rich Duprey	Write Your Profits in Cemex While the immediate effects of the housing slump are nibbling at the cement maker's numbers, the company has positioned itself for an eventual recovery. Investors, take note.
The Motley Fool June 3, 2004 Bill Mann	No Cement? Call Mexico Cement prices are skyrocketing, supplies are dwindling. Good thing we've got those tariffs on Mexico.
The Motley Fool September 22, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson	A Concrete Rose in Texas Having spun off Chaparral Steel to shareholders, Texas Industries is now a cement and aggregate company. While these are good days for the company, it's not going to last forever. Investors, take note.
The Motley Fool February 9, 2005 Lawrence Meyers	Solid Sales for Florida Rock The company, which provides cement, concrete, and other aggregates for building and construction, continues to benefit from the worldwide cement shortage. The stock has been on a tear lately, leaving investors to wonder how long the good times will last.
Inc. October 2005 Darren Dahl	Cement Shortage Has Builders in a Bind Governors of five states say a tariff on cement exacerbates the problem of shortages.
The Motley Fool May 10, 2010 Christopher Barker	Dry Bulk Strikes an Iceberg Dry bulk shipping stocks hit another patch of rough weather.
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The Motley Fool July 11, 2007 Rich Duprey	Cemex, Rinker Cement a Deal The Mexican cement giant reaches a crucial 90% stake in an Australian rival. Investors, take note.
The Motley Fool August 11, 2008 Christopher Barker	This Eagle Crosses Oceans Eagle Bulk Shipping pursues aggressive fleet expansion.
The Motley Fool April 4, 2008 David Lee Smith	Now Hugo's Taking On Cemex Hugo Chavez is at it again. Last year, it was a group of major oil companies that were pushed aside by his nationalization program for Venezuela. Now, it looks like a trio of big international cement producers will be treated similarly.
The Motley Fool March 5, 2008 David Lee Smith	Low Demand Sinks U.S. Concrete A lingering housing cataclysm has weighed heavily on the results of U.S. Concrete.
The Motley Fool December 11, 2006 David Lee Smith	Cemex's Next Round With nary a private equity firm in sight, Mexican cement manufacturing behemoth Cemex won approval from its shareholders late last week to persist in its hostile offer for Australian building materials producer Rinker Group.
The Motley Fool November 24, 2006 Selena Maranjian	The Best International Stock for 2007: Cemex Investors, this modest cement company based in Mexico is poised to be best international stock for 2007. Here's why.
The Motley Fool November 30, 2007 Ryan Fuhrmann	Fool on the Street: Is Eagle Materials Built to Last? Despite significant near-term challenges, Eagle Materials has a solid, long-term game plan.
The Motley Fool July 25, 2006 Will Frankenhoff	A Rock-Solid Investing Idea Unwarranted fears have made Mexico's Cemex a bargain. Patient, long-term investors have the opportunity to pick up shares of a blue-chip company at a rock-bottom valuation because of misplaced fears in the marketplace. Why not build a position?
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The Motley Fool November 30, 2007 David Lee Smith	Eagle's Perched to Fly Higher Eagle Materials has been hit by housing's woes, but the cement and gypsum wallboard manufacturer is prepared to soar.
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The Motley Fool November 29, 2006 Ryan Fuhrmann	Eagle Materials Hovers Until Homebuilding Recovers The company has posted impressive growth, but the industry is struggling. If your investment time frame runs past the next 12 to 18 months, this is a stock to keep your eye on.
The Motley Fool December 17, 2008 David Lee Smith	The Best Infrastructure Companies for 2009 The President-elect's infrastructure proposal has some stocks running with the bulls.
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The Motley Fool July 13, 2007 David Lee Smith	Could Texas Industries Be Next? The day after releasing soft quarterly results, Texas Industries share price rose 7%. Was it because of the market's 300 point climb that day or is there some solid long-term optimism for the cement company?
The Motley Fool December 21, 2005 Philip Durell	A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats? A buoyant shipping market may only lengthen the boom-bust cycle. That's why drybulk vessel operator Excel Maritime Carriers may not be as good as it looks for investors.
The Motley Fool May 24, 2004 Rich Smith	Cement Flows Slow According to several news outlets, from local television stations in Florida to the venerable Wall Street Journal in NYC, America is in the midst of a shortage in an essential commodity -- cement. What stocks could benefit?
Chemistry World May 26, 2009 Hayley Birch	A concrete solution to climate change? A better understanding of how carbon dioxide is absorbed by concrete could help scientists accelerate absorption processes and offset a greater proportion of the emissions from cement production
The Motley Fool July 24, 2008 David Lee Smith	Cemex: Still Solid? Despite being hit by housing, cement producer Cemex could be a big winner.
The Motley Fool December 20, 2004 Brian Gorman	Cemex's Buildup Last week, the cement and concrete giant reported that cement volumes in its main market, Mexico, are projected to grow 3% in the fourth quarter versus the same period last year, thanks to an increase in public works and housing developments.
National Real Estate Investor February 1, 2007 Matt Hudgins	Construction Prices Headed Up in 2007 Commercial construction costs will increase on average by 6% to 8% in 2007 -- two to four times faster than inflation -- despite a slowing economy.
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The Motley Fool May 1, 2009 David Lee Smith	Cemex's Financial Bungee Jumping Cemex, the world's third-largest cement manufacturer, is also the biggest player in the U.S. -- a status that, given our housing dilemma, has put it in a pinch. Earnings plunged 99% in the most recent quarter.
The Motley Fool November 25, 2008 David Lee Smith	Constructing a Case for a Beaten-Down Group Washington's push for infrastructure work could benefit the big builders.
The Motley Fool November 28, 2008 Selena Maranjian	Bargain Stocks for Black Friday: Cemex Expect big things from Mexican cement company Cemex, despite its being down some 80% off its high right now.
The Motley Fool February 4, 2008 Anand Chokkavelu	Best International Stock: Cemex A quick summary of Mexican cement maker Cemex, a downturn-resistant, globally diversified proven grower.
The Motley Fool December 4, 2006 David Lee Smith	Hard Bargaining for Cemex While the mating dance is probably not finished for Mexico's Cemex and Australia's Rinker, Cemex, with its size, geographic diversity, and strong management, is as solid a company as wise investors are apt to find in the international sector.
The Motley Fool July 23, 2007 David Lee Smith	Cemex Flexes Its International Muscle Despite a drop in U.S. revenues, Mexican cement manufacturer Cemex rode international strength to a solid quarter.
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