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Cemex's Buildup Last week, the cement and concrete giant reported that cement volumes in its main market, Mexico, are projected to grow 3% in the fourth quarter versus the same period last year, thanks to an increase in public works and housing developments. |
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Bargain Stocks for Black Friday: Cemex Expect big things from Mexican cement company Cemex, despite its being down some 80% off its high right now. |
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