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JHX Stock Chart & Stats
AU$36.92
-AU$0.49(-1.27%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
AU$36.92
-AU$0.49(-1.27%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$24.41 - AU$45.98
Previous CloseN/A
Volume530.54K
Average Volume (3M)6.99M
Market Cap
AU$21.70B
Enterprise ValueAU$21.46K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$269.20M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$4.79B
Price to Earnings (P/E)118.2
Beta1.49
Next Earnings
Nov 09, 2026EPS Estimate
0.49Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.22
Shares Outstanding580,336,800
10 Day Avg. Volume4,605,424
30 Day Avg. Volume6,992,535
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.17
Price to Book (P/B)1.52
Price to Sales (P/S)2.02
P/FCF Ratio48.83
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$41.40Price Target Upside12.13% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering11
EPS Forecast (FY)1.25
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$5.54B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Multi-year Revenue Growth & MarginsSustained multi-year revenue expansion and historically healthy gross and operating margins indicate enduring product demand and pricing power across cycles. Consistent positive operating cash flow supports reinvestment and resilience, underpinning the business over a 2–6 month horizon and beyond.
Strong Brand And DistributionThe Hardie brand and broad distribution to builders, contractors and distributors create durable specification advantages and channel reach. Brand recognition and non‑installation distribution reduce revenue volatility and support durable replacement/renovation demand across core markets.
Operating Cash Flow DurabilityRegularly positive operating cash flow provides a structural buffer to fund capex, working capital and strategic initiatives without immediate reliance on external financing. Even if FCF is variable, operating cash generation supports medium‑term financial flexibility.
Bears Say
Earnings Quality Deterioration In 2026A large net income drop while revenue rose signals weakening earnings quality and suggests structural cost, tax, interest or one‑off charges that can persist. This undermines ROE and the reliability of profits to fund dividends, buybacks or reinvestment over coming quarters.
Volatile Free Cash FlowWide swings in free cash flow reduce confidence in cash conversion and make longer‑term planning harder. Inconsistent FCF constrains the company’s ability to sustain capex, pay down debt, or pursue M&A without increasing leverage or raising external capital.
Step-up In Leverage In 2026An increased debt burden and more leveraged capital structure reduce financial flexibility and increase sensitivity to interest costs and cyclical demand. Higher leverage limits room for strategic moves and raises downside risk if construction activity cools.
James Hardie News
JHX FAQ
What was James Hardie’s price range in the past 12 months?
James Hardie lowest share price was AU$24.41 and its highest was AU$45.98 in the past 12 months.
What is James Hardie’s market cap?
James Hardie’s market cap is AU$21.70B.
When is James Hardie’s upcoming earnings report date?
James Hardie’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 09, 2026 which is in 93 days.
How were James Hardie’s earnings last quarter?
James Hardie released its earnings results on Aug 06, 2026. The company reported AU$0.509 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of AU$0.46 by AU$0.05.
Is James Hardie overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts James Hardie’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does James Hardie pay dividends?
James Hardie pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.468 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on James Hardie dividends here
What is James Hardie’s EPS estimate?
James Hardie’s EPS estimate is 0.49.
How many shares outstanding does James Hardie have?
James Hardie has 580,336,800 shares outstanding.
What happened to James Hardie’s price movement after its last earnings report?
James Hardie reported an EPS of AU$0.509 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of AU$0.46. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 5.781%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of James Hardie?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:JHX
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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James Hardie Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
AU$41.40 (12.13% Upside)
AU$41.40 (12.13% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bearish
AU:JHX Sentiment 60%
Sector Average 67%
Sector Average 67%
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth AU$174.8K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-26.89%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
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Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
161.74%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
James Hardie
James Hardie Industries plc engages in the manufacture and sale of fiber cement, fiber gypsum, and cement bonded boards in the United States, Australia, Europe, and New Zealand. It operates in three segments: North America Fiber Cement, Asia Pacific Fiber Cement, and Europe Building Products. The company offers fiber cement interior linings, exterior siding products, and related accessories. Its fiber cement products are used for a range of external applications, including siding, cladding, trim, soffit, as well as internal applications such as walls, floors, and ceilings. The company also provides fiber gypsum and cement-bonded boards for interior applications, such as dry lining walls, walls in timber frame buildings, and flooring solutions. Its cement-bonded boards are used in exterior and industrial applications, as well as for fire protection. The company offers its products under the HardieTM brand, such as Hardie Plank, Hardie Panel, Hardie Trim, Hardie Backer, Hardie Artisan Siding, and HardieTM Architectural Collection brands, as well as the fermacell and AESTUVER brands. James Hardie Industries plc was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
JHX Company Deck
JHX Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call conveyed a mixed but constructive picture: strong reported results driven by the AZEK acquisition (total net sales +30%, adjusted EBITDA $330M) and clear progress on cost and commercial synergies, TimberTech outperformance, and targeted actions (plant optimization, salesforce reorganization, product/installation innovation). Offsetting this were continued organic softness in core fiber cement volumes (single-family and interiors declines), regionally weak new construction, modest input inflation, integration-related cash/seasonal timing headwinds, and elevated pro-forma leverage (~3x). Management expressed confidence in achieving $125M cost and $125M revenue synergies and returning to organic growth in FY27, but near-term execution, market demand normalization, and deleveraging remain material risks.View all AU:JHX earnings summariesJHX Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$41.40
▲(12.13% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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