Fitch Ratings Upgrades GCC’s Credit Rating to ‘BBB’

CHIHUAHUA, Mexico, Dec. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GCC, S.A.B. de C.V. (BMV: GCC* or “the Company”), a leading producer of cement and concrete in the United States and Mexico, announces that Fitch Ratings has upgraded the Company’s local and foreign currency long-term Issuer Default Ratings (IDRs) and US$500 million senior notes due 2032 to ‘BBB’ from ‘BBB-‘, both with a stable outlook.

The upgrade reflects GCC’s strong operating performance, solid organic growth and financial position.

Fitch’s report highlights five key drivers behind GCC’s rating upgrade:

• Solid operating performance, supported by resilient demand and the Odessa plant expansion.
• Disciplined financial management, prioritizing a strong balance sheet and financial flexibility.
• Strategic expansion driven by targeted investments.
• Strong leadership positions in the United States and Mexico.
• Vertical integration and an efficient distribution network, mitigating competitive pressures and sustaining cost efficiency.

Fitch Ratings also highlights that GCC’s rating reflects its solid business position in the cement, concrete and aggregates segments; diversified asset base; as well as a strong free cash flow generation through different economic cycles.

This document is submitted in compliance with Article 50 of the Mexican Issuers’ Regulation (Circular Única de Emisoras).

About GCC

GCC is a leading supplier and producer of cement, concrete, aggregates, and construction‐related services in the United States and Mexico, with an annual cement production capacity of 6 million metric tons. Founded in 1941, the Company’s shares are listed on the Mexican Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol GCC*.

Forward-Looking Statements

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For further information, contact:

GCC Investor Relations
Sahory Ogushi
+52 (614) 442 3176
+ 1 (303) 739 5943
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