Holcim Limited is a publicly traded company

The transnational Holcim Group, formerly known as LafargeHolcim, specializes in the production of building materials. The company was formed in 2015 through the merger of Lafarge and Holcim. Now the company is a world leader in its industry. It is among the top 300 largest companies in the world according to Forbes. In 2020, the company took 280th place in this ranking.

The main activity of Holcim Group is the production and distribution of building materials:

• Cement;
• Crushed stone, gravel and sand;
• Asphalt;
• Ready-mixed concrete.

These products are needed for construction projects ranging from the construction of residential buildings to the creation of large infrastructure facilities. The company works with many infrastructure projects, including roads, mines, ports, dams, data centers, stadiums and power plants. 

As mentioned above, the company was formed by the merger of Lafarge and Holcim. Both companies had a long history of work in the building materials market. Lafarge is a French company, founded in 1833. By the early 1980s the company had become the leading cement manufacturer in the world.

The Swiss company Holcim was founded in 1912. In the 1920s the company entered the French market, then the European market and the Middle East. In the 1950s, Holcim entered the North American market, and in 1958 it went public. By the late 1980s the company had gained a presence in the South American and Asian markets. By 2014 Holcim had become one of the leading players in the building materials market.

Holcim is headquartered in Yona, Switzerland. From this center, the company operates in more than 70 countries around the world. This makes it a truly global enterprise. It has a strong presence in Europe, North and South America, Africa, the Middle East and Southeast Asia. 

Business lines of Holcim Limited

Holcim is the world's leading manufacturer of cement. Cement is a key component of concrete. It is widely used in construction projects. Holcim produces various types of cement, including ordinary Portland cement, blended cement and special task cement. 

Holcim produces ready-mix concrete. It is a convenient and efficient solution for construction projects. Ready-mix concrete is prepared in factories and delivered to construction sites. This ensures consistent quality and reduces the need for on-site mixing.

The company is also engaged in the extraction, processing and marketing of aggregates. Fillers such as crushed stone, gravel and sand are the main components of concrete. They are used in the construction of roads, building foundations and other infrastructure facilities. 

In addition to concrete and cement, Holcim offers asphalt solutions for road construction and maintenance. Asphalt is used to cover roads, parking lots and other surfaces, providing durability and a smooth ride.

The company invests in research and development to create new products. Research also focuses on improving existing materials and studying sustainable construction technologies. The company's innovative activities help meet the growing needs of the industry and promote sustainable building practices.

Holcim's diverse range of activities allows it to serve different sectors of the construction industry. The company contributes to the development of infrastructure, residential buildings, commercial structures and sustainable construction projects.

Is it worth investing in Holcim?

Holcim Limited is a public company. Its shares are listed on several stock exchanges. For example, the SIX Swiss Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange. Interested investors can purchase shares through a licensed brokerage firm or an online trading platform.

The company's stock plummeted in value in 2020, due to the pandemic. By today, the stock has come back and surpassed its pre-pandemic performance. Compared to 2019, the stock is up 17-20%. The company's financials show that for 2022 the company increased its revenue, net income, equity and total assets. 

All this makes Holcim Limited an attractive investment target. However, it is worth weighing up all the risks and consulting with experts before deciding to invest.