James Hardie(US:JHX) Globenewswire·2025-12-12 13:37Core Points - A class action lawsuit has been filed against James Hardie Industries plc on behalf of investors who purchased its common stock and American Depositary Shares between May 20, 2025, and August 18, 2025 [1][2] - The lawsuit alleges that James Hardie made false and misleading statements regarding product demand and inventory levels during the Class Period [3] - Following a disclosure of a 12% decline in segment sales on August 19, 2025, the company's stock price fell over 34% in a single trading day [3] Company Overview - James Hardie Industries plc is a multinational building materials company based in Dublin, Ireland, specializing in fiber cement and related construction products [2] Legal Context - Investors who purchased James Hardie securities during the Class Period have until December 23, 2025, to seek appointment as lead plaintiff representative of the class [2]