January Cement Shipments Slightly Up

Total shipments of portland and blended cement in the United States and Puerto Rico in January 2014 were 4.9 million metric tons (Mt), up slightly from the level in January 2013, according to the most recent USGS Mineral Industry Survey. The leading portland cement-producing states in January were Texas, California, Florida, Missouri and Alabama, in descending order. The leading consuming…

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TXI Reports Third Quarter Results

Texas Industries Inc. reported financial results for the quarter ended Feb. 28 – a net loss of $21.8 million or $.76 per share. Several non-recurring and timing items impacted net income for the quarter by $12.2 million or $.43 per share. Results for the quarter ended year prior were a net loss of $5.8 million or $.21 per share inclusive…

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