This time, we're focusing on one of the world's largest building materials companies, which has undergone fascinating growth since its inception in 1970 in Ireland. Originally starting out as a producer of cement and aggregates, through a series of strategic acquisitions its portfolio has grown into a wide range of building products that are now key to the construction of roads, bridges, residential and commercial buildings. The company operates in more than 30 countries and has annual revenues in excess of $10 billion in 2024.

With more than 89,000 employees worldwide and a presence in high growth potential areas, the company continues its strategy of providing quality building materials for demanding markets. In 2024, for example, the company invested $4.6 billion in acquisitions while continuing to buy back its own shares. Even in a turbulent construction sector, the company has shown strong profit and margin growth, confirming its stable position in the global construction industry.

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