James Hardie Industries plc (JHX) Stock Analysis
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James Hardie Industries plc (JHX) posted $4.84B in revenue for fiscal 2026 (up 24.7% year over year), at a 2.2% net margin, and has compounded revenue about 8.6%/yr over five years, per its SEC filings.
Data last refreshed August 2, 2026 from SEC filings · how we compute this
The analyst's take on James Hardie Industries plc
James Hardie Industries plc has grown revenue from $3.78B to $4.84B over the last 4 fiscal years, compounding about 8.6% a year. The most recent year was up 24.7%, so growth is actually accelerating.
Net margin sits at 2.2%, down 8.7 points year over year on a 35.8% gross margin. It carries about $4.54B of total debt.
At today's valuation the market is pricing in roughly 23.9% annual free-cash-flow growth. The one thing worth a second look in the filings is inventory building faster than sales.
Synthesised from James Hardie Industries plc's SEC filings — descriptive, not advice. Ask the analyst your own question →
James Hardie Industries plc revenue & earnings — last 4 fiscal years
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $3.78B | $3.94B | $3.88B | $4.84B |
| Gross profit | $1.31B | $1.59B | $1.50B | $1.73B |
| Net income | $512.00M | $510.20M | $424.00M | $104.00M |
| Net margin | 13.6% | 13.0% | 10.9% | 2.2% |
Source: James Hardie Industries plc SEC filings (10-K).
James Hardie Industries plc: 4 potential red flags in the filings
Patterns in the filed statements worth a second look — computed and cited, not AI guesswork, and not a signal to sell. The kind of thing that hides in a 10-K.
- Inventory building faster than salesInventory rose 83.1% versus revenue 24.7% — possible overproduction or softening demand.
- Share count rising (dilution)Shares outstanding grew 31.2% over 3 years (442.1M → 580.2M) — existing holders' stakes are being diluted.
- Heavy debt loadTotal debt of $4578.8M is 7.8× last year's operating cash flow — it would take years of cash flow to clear.
- Net margin shrinkingNet margin fell from 13.6% to 2.2% over ~3 years — profitability is compressing.
What growth is priced into JHX stock?
At today's market cap of $13.07B, James Hardie Industries plc is priced for free-cash-flow growth of about 23.9% per year for 10 years (assuming a 10% discount rate and 2.5% terminal growth, base FCF $199.80M from the FY ending 2026-03-31). This is a reverse DCF — a translation of the price into a growth assumption you can judge, not a fair value and not advice. Change the assumptions yourself in the interactive view →
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About James Hardie Industries plc
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 through four segments: Siding & Trim, Deck, Rail & Accessories, Australia & New Zealand, and Europe. The Siding & Trim segment manufactures fiber cement and PVC siding and trim products, mouldings, interior linings, and accessories under brands such as Hardie, AZEK Exteriors, and Versatex are used in both residential new construction and repair and remodel applications. The Deck, Rail & Accessories segment produces decking, railing, cladding, pergolas, cabanas, and related accessories, including wood-alternative decking and railing solutions offered under the TimberTech, ULTRALOX, and INTEX brands, as well as functional and decorative outdoor accessories, including drink rails, structural mounting posts, lighting systems and gate kits; and adjustable louvered pergola systems through StruXure. The Australia & New Zealand segment manufactures and sells fiber cement products for residential and commercial applications, including exterior cladding, interior wall linings, flooring, eaves and soffits, and façade systems, primarily under the Hardie brand. The Europe segment produces fiber gypsum products and cement-bonded boards under the fermacell brand, and fiber cement products under the Hardie brand, serving residential and commercial repair, remodel, and new construction markets. The company offers its products through a network of specialty building products distributors, lumberyards, and home improvement retailers to builder's merchants, remodelers, DIY stores, and professional contractors. James Hardie Industries plc was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
James Hardie Industries plc — frequently asked questions
What is James Hardie Industries plc's revenue?
James Hardie Industries plc (JHX) reported revenue of $4.84B for fiscal year 2026, up 24.7% from the prior year, according to its SEC filings.
Is James Hardie Industries plc profitable?
Yes. JHX earned net income of $104.00M in fiscal 2026, a net margin of 2.2%.
What is JHX's P/E ratio?
James Hardie Industries plc trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of about 118.6 based on the latest data in our nightly-refreshed cache.
How fast is James Hardie Industries plc growing?
JHX's revenue grew at roughly 8.6% per year over the last five fiscal years (compound annual growth rate), computed from SEC-filed statements.
How much debt does James Hardie Industries plc have?
As of fiscal year 2026, JHX carried roughly $4.54B in total debt (short- plus long-term borrowings), per its filed balance sheet.
What is James Hardie Industries plc's gross margin?
JHX's gross margin was 35.8% in fiscal 2026 — gross profit of $1.73B on revenue of $4.84B.
What is James Hardie Industries plc's market cap?
James Hardie Industries plc (JHX) has a market capitalization of about $13.07B, based on the latest data in our nightly-refreshed cache.
When does James Hardie Industries plc's fiscal year end?
JHX's fiscal year ends in March. Its most recent annual filing covers the fiscal year ending 2026-03-31.
What growth is priced into JHX stock?
At today's market cap of $13.07B, James Hardie Industries plc is priced for free-cash-flow growth of about 23.9% per year for 10 years (assuming a 10% discount rate and 2.5% terminal growth, base FCF $199.80M from the FY ending 2026-03-31).
Where does this data come from?
All figures are computed from James Hardie Industries plc's official SEC filings (10-K and 10-Q), covering 4 years of history, refreshed nightly. stockportfolio.pro does not provide investment advice.