Cemex Receives MSCI ESG Rating Upgrade to AAA
Cemex announced today that it has been upgraded to AAA from A in the MSCI ESG Ratings assessment, achieving the highest possible rating.
Green Cement Market Size to Grow at 7.1% CAGR Through 2031, Amid Rising Carbon Regulations and Surge in Sustainable Construction ProjectsThe "Green Cement Market" Insights report offers an in-depth and thorough analysis of the market, covering aspects such as size, shares, revenues, segments, drivers, trends, growth, and development.
Cemex to Divest a Part of Its Operations in Colombia
Cemex announced today that it is in the process of divesting certain operations in Colombia. The divestment is expected to take place through several separate transactions with different parties, for a combined purchase price of approximately US$555 million, at an approximate 10x multiple of 2025 EBITDA.
Cemex to Acquire Omega Products International, a Leading Stucco Manufacturer in the Western U.S.
Cemex announced today that it has reached an agreement to acquire all assets of Omega Products International (“Omega”), a leading manufacturer of stucco in the western United States. Omega generates approximately US$23 million in EBITDA per year.
Trade War 2.0: Bombardier Plummets as Trump Escalates North American Tariff OffensiveAs the final trading day of January 2026 draws to a close, North American markets are grappling with a renewed surge in trade-related volatility. On January 30, 2026, shares of Bombardier Inc. (TSX: BBD.B) plunged by over 7% following a direct broadside from the White House, marking a sharp
Cemex Earns Place on CDP 2025 “A List” for Climate Disclosure Leadership
Cemex has been named to CDP’s 2025 “A List” for climate action, the highest score awarded by the global environmental disclosure platform for corporate transparency and performance on climate issues.
Cemex US Appoints Will Price as Senior Vice President of Mergers & Acquisitions
Cemex US (
NYSE: CX) is pleased to announce the appointment of Will Price as Senior Vice President of Mergers & Acquisitions. In this role, Price will lead strategic growth initiatives through targeted acquisitions, divestitures and corporate development activities across the U.S. business.
Mexico's Inflation Surprise: A Glimmer of Hope Amidst Economic HeadwindsMexico City, Mexico – October 23, 2025 – Mexico's financial landscape is buzzing with cautious optimism following an unexpected ease in the country's mid-month core inflation rate for the first half of October 2025. Registering at 0.18%, this figure came in lower than both the previous period and market consensus, signaling
Q2 Earnings Highs And Lows: MSA Safety (NYSE:MSA) Vs The Rest Of The Safety & Security Services StocksAs the craze of earnings season draws to a close, here’s a look back at some of the most exciting (and some less so) results from Q2. Today, we are looking at safety & security services stocks, starting with MSA Safety (
NYSE:MSA).
Emerging Markets Brace for Potential Headwinds: A Hypothetical Look at Mexico's Q3 2025 Economic ContractionAs October 2025 unfolds, financial markets are keenly awaiting the official economic data for the third quarter, with particular attention on key emerging economies. While specific figures for Mexico's Q3 2025 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) are yet to be released, a hypothetical scenario of economic contraction in the Latin American
Mexico on Edge: Analyzing the Potential Impact of a Hypothetical 0.6% Economic Contraction in SeptemberMexico City, Mexico – October 21, 2025 – The financial markets are bracing for upcoming economic data from Mexico, with particular attention on the National Institute of Statistics and Geography's (INEGI) forthcoming report for September 2025. While official figures have yet to be released, a hypothetical scenario of a 0.6% contraction
Global Commodity Markets Brace for Impact Amidst Surging Volatility on October 10, 2025Financial markets are on high alert as global commodity prices exhibit extreme volatility on October 10, 2025, with investors and traders keenly awaiting crucial reports such as the OPEC Monthly Oil Market Report and the latest U.S. construction spending data. A complex web of geopolitical tensions, strategic resource competition,
Mexico's Industrial Output Misses Estimates, Raising Economic Alarms and Challenging Nearshoring NarrativeMexico's industrial output has delivered a significant blow to economic optimism, consistently falling short of analyst expectations in recent months. The latest data for August 2025, released on October 10, 2025, revealed a sharper-than-anticipated year-on-year contraction of 3.6%, deepening concerns about the nation's economic resilience and prompting a wave
Mexico's Industrial Engine Stalls: Output Misses Mark, Raising Economic AlarmsMexico's industrial output has delivered a significant blow to economic optimism, consistently falling short of analyst estimates and signaling a broader slowdown that has sent ripples through financial markets. The latest data, revealing sharper-than-expected contractions in July and August 2025, has intensified concerns about the nation's economic resilience and its
Mexico's Industrial Engine Sputters: Output Contraction Rocks MarketsMexico's industrial sector is facing a challenging period, with recent data revealing a significant and unexpected contraction in output that has sent ripples through financial markets and prompted economists to revise growth forecasts downwards. The sustained decline, particularly noticeable through the summer of 2025, signals a broader economic slowdown that
KB Home Grapples with Downgrades as Housing Sector Volatility IntensifiesLos Angeles, CA – October 7, 2025 – KB Home (
NYSE: KBH), a prominent player in the U.S. homebuilding industry, is currently facing significant investor scrutiny following a series of stock downgrades from leading analyst firms. The latest adjustment occurred today, October 7, 2025, when Evercore ISI Group moved KB Home's
Mortgage Rate Hike Threatens Housing Market Cool-Down, Sparks Commodity ConcernsWashington D.C. – October 2, 2025 – The United States housing market is bracing for a potential cool-down as average long-term mortgage rates have ticked up for the second consecutive week, reaching 6.34%. This latest increase, announced by Freddie Mac, signals a tightening lending environment that could further exacerbate affordability
Bank of Mexico Cuts Benchmark Rate to 7.50% Amidst Sluggish Growth and Persistent InflationMexico City, Mexico – September 25, 2025 – The Bank of Mexico (Banxico) today announced a 25-basis point reduction in its benchmark interest rate, bringing it down to 7.50%. This widely anticipated move marks the tenth consecutive rate cut since early 2024, signaling the central bank's continued efforts to stimulate a
Economic Barometers: FOMC Minutes and Housing Data Send Mixed Signals to MarketsThe financial markets are currently navigating a complex landscape, shaped by the latest releases of crucial economic indicators. The recently unveiled Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting minutes, coupled with the most recent figures on Building Permits and Housing Starts, have provided investors with a nuanced, and at times contradictory,
