Loma Negra Compañía Industrial Argentina Sociedad Anónima
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the basic materials sector, Loma Negra Compañía Industrial Argentina Sociedad Anónima focuses on Building Materials services and products. Loma Negra Compañía Industrial Argentina Sociedad Anónima, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells cement and its derivatives in Argentina. With a market capitalization of $1.31B, it sits in small-cap territory. It operates through Cement, Masonry Cement, and Lime; Concrete; Railroad; Aggregates; and Others segments.
Market Cap
$1.31B
Beta
0.69
P/E (TTM)
53.57
P/E (Fwd)
13.77
EPS (TTM)
$0.21
EPS (Fwd)
$0.82
ROE
3.4%
ROA
3.0%
Cash
$46.79B
Total Debt
$308.97B
Free CF
-$85.83B
52W Change
6.8%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
On the balance sheet, LOMA has $46.79B in cash with $308.97B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow is running at -$85.83B, which bears watching. Negative free cash flow can be acceptable during heavy investment periods but needs to improve over time. Return on equity stands at 3.4%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 3.0% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has pulled back from $984.19B (2022) to $848.09B (2025), a 14% decline worth watching.
LOMA's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. Loma Negra Compañía Industrial Argentina Sociedad Anónima carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. The elevated P/E ratio means the stock is priced for significant future growth. If earnings disappoint, the price correction could be sharp. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence Loma Negra Compañía Industrial Argentina Sociedad Anónima's trajectory.