February 2, 2017

Cemex, S.A.B. de C.V. (“CEMEX”) (NYSE: CX) announced today the company’s inclusion in the RobecoSAM Sustainability Yearbook 2017, as one of the top-scoring companies in the industry. CEMEX received the RobecoSAM Bronze Class ranking and the RobecoSAM Industry Mover Sustainability Award 2017 for its sustainability efforts.

As an Industry Mover, CEMEX achieved the largest proportional improvement in its sustainability performance compared with the previous year. Additionally, the Bronze Class ranking positions CEMEX within the range of 5% to 10% of the industry’s top performers.

“We are honored to receive this recognition from RobecoSAM, which underscores the key role that sustainability plays in our business strategy,” said Vicente Saiso, CEMEX Corporate Sustainability Director. “Year over year, we aim to improve our delivery of responsible and sustainable solutions to our stakeholders. The Industry Mover distinction further reaffirms our commitment to build a better future.”

Founded in 1995, RobecoSAM is an investment specialist focused exclusively on Sustainability Investing. It offers asset management, indices, impact analysis and investing, sustainability assessments, and benchmarking services. RobecoSAM has compiled its Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) since 1999, making it one of the longest running annual evaluations of companies’ sustainability practices in the world.

CEMEX is a global building materials company that provides high-quality products and reliable services to customers and communities in more than 50 countries. CEMEX has a rich history of improving the well-being of those it serves through innovative building solutions, efficiency advancements, and efforts to promote a sustainable future.

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