The struggling housing industry will not recover this year.
James Hardie Industries NYSE: JHX reported higher fiscal fourth-quarter revenue and adjusted EBITDA as the building products company benefited from the addition of AZEK, cost controls and early progress on integration initiatives, while management cautioned that construction markets remain challenging heading into fiscal 2027.
While the top- and bottom-line numbers for James Hardie (JHX) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended March 2026, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.
| Construction Materials Industry | Materials Sector | Aaron Erter CEO | XFRA Exchange | IE000R94NGM2 ISIN |
| IE Country | 5,679 Employees | 29 Jul 2022 Last Dividend | 22 Sep 2015 Last Split | 3 Jan 2000 IPO Date |
James Hardie Industries plc is a global leader in the manufacture and distribution of fiber cement, fiber gypsum, and cement-bonded building products, catering to the needs of the construction industry. With a significant presence in the United States, Australia, Europe, New Zealand, and the Philippines, the company serves a diverse market, including residential repair and remodel, commercial construction, and new residential building projects. Founded in 1888 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, James Hardie Industries operates through its strategic business segments: North America Fiber Cement, Asia Pacific Fiber Cement, and Europe Building Products. The company's legacy of innovation and quality has established it as a trusted partner in providing durable and aesthetic building solutions worldwide.
James Hardie Industries offers a comprehensive portfolio of products that cater to both interior and exterior construction needs: