JHX INVESTORS: James Hardie Industries plc Hit with Securities Class Action after 20% Stock Drop – Contact BFA Law by December 23 Court Deadline

Core Viewpoint - A class action lawsuit has been filed against James Hardie Industries plc and certain senior executives for securities fraud following a significant stock drop due to potential violations of federal securities laws [1][3]. Company Overview - James Hardie Industries is a producer and marketer of high-performance fiber cement building solutions, primarily used in external siding for the residential building industry in the U.S. and Canada [4]. Allegations and Misrepresentation - During the relevant period, James Hardie claimed that its North American fiber cement segment showed "inherent strength" and "underlying momentum," while in reality, sales were inflated due to inventory loading by channel partners, indicating fraudulent channel stuffing rather than genuine customer demand [5]. Stock Performance and Impact - On August 19, 2025, James Hardie reported a 12% decline in North American fiber cement sales, attributed to destocking efforts by customers. Following this announcement, the stock price plummeted by $9.79 per share, a decrease of over 34%, from $28.43 to $18.64 [6].