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CEMENT

History & properties:
The cement industry is literally the building block of the nation's construction industry. Very little new construction activity can be undertaken without the use of cement and concrete. Annual cement industry shipments are estimated at $13 billion for 2005. U.S. cement production is widely dispersed with the operation of 115 cement plants in 36 states. The largest company produces just over 13% of the industry total, and the top five companies collectively produce around 56%. Foreign companies now own approximately 81% of U.S. cement capacity.

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The cement industry is also regional in nature. Because the cost of shipping cement quickly overtakes its value, customers traditionally purchase cement from local sources. Nearly 98% of U.S. cement is shipped to consumers by truck. Barge and rail modes account for the remaining distribution modes.

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In 2005, the United States consumed a record 121.3 million metric tons of Portland cement, reflecting a 5.6% increase over 2004 levels. Cement consumption was supported by favorable economic conditions that led to strong construction activity during 2005. Low mortgage rates propelled housing starts to a record level. Sustained economic growth lowered vacancy rates and increased leasing rates - improving the fundamentals for nonresidential construction.

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Employment gains increased taxpayer payrolls, resulting in improved fiscal conditions at the state level and improved public construction activity. All totaled, inflation-adjusted construction spending was $755 billion in 2005, a 4.2% increase from 2004 levels and accounted for a 9.2% share of the national economy.

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