James Hardie(US:JHX) TMX Newsfile·2025-12-21 14:06Core 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 claims that James Hardie overstated demand in its North American Fiber Cement segment and minimized the impact of distributor destocking that had started months prior [3] - Following the company's report of a 12% decline in segment sales on August 19, 2025, its stock price fell by over 34%, leading to significant losses for investors [3] Company Overview - James Hardie is a global building materials company that specializes in fiber cement products and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland [2] Legal Context - Investors who purchased James Hardie securities during the specified Class Period have until December 23, 2025, to seek appointment as lead plaintiff representatives [2]