JHX INVESTMENT: James Hardie Industries plc Investors with Losses may have Rights in Securities Class Action – Contact BFA Law by December 23 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 plc is a producer and marketer of high-performance fiber cement building solutions, primarily used in external siding for the residential building industry in the United States and Canada [4]. Allegations and Stock Performance - The lawsuit claims that James Hardie misled investors by stating that its North American fiber cement segment showed "inherent strength" and "underlying momentum," while in reality, sales were driven by inventory loading rather than sustainable customer demand [5]. - On August 19, 2025, James Hardie reported a 12% decline in North American fiber cement sales, attributing this to destocking efforts by customers, which led to a stock price drop of over 34%, from $28.43 to $18.64 per share [6]. Legal Proceedings - Investors have until December 23, 2025, to request to lead the case in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, where the class action is pending [3].