Core Insights - James Hardie (JHX) reported a revenue of $1.24 billion for the quarter ended December 2025, marking a year-over-year increase of 30.1% and exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.7% [1] - The earnings per share (EPS) for the same period was $0.24, down from $0.36 a year ago, but it surpassed the consensus EPS estimate of $0.23 by 6.67% [1] Revenue Breakdown - Siding & Trim revenues reached $788.3 million, exceeding the average estimate of $772.8 million from four analysts [4] - Deck, Rail & Accessories generated $194.1 million, compared to the estimated $189.11 million from four analysts [4] - Australia & New Zealand revenues were $126.5 million, surpassing the average estimate of $124.27 million from three analysts [4] - Europe revenues totaled $130.9 million, exceeding the two-analyst average estimate of $120.96 million [4] EBITDA Performance - Adjusted EBITDA for Deck, Rail & Accessories was $48.7 million, compared to the average estimate of $47.84 million from four analysts [4] - Adjusted EBITDA for Siding & Trim reached $268.6 million, exceeding the average estimate of $253.85 million from four analysts [4] - EBITDA for Europe was reported at $16.6 million, surpassing the three-analyst average estimate of $14.01 million [4] - Adjusted EBITDA for Australia & New Zealand was $41.2 million, slightly below the three-analyst average estimate of $41.9 million [4] Stock Performance - Shares of James Hardie have returned +0.7% over the past month, while the Zacks S&P 500 composite remained unchanged [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy), indicating potential outperformance against the broader market in the near term [3]

Third Quarter FY26 Earnings Presentation Tuesday, February 10th 1 Q3 FY26 EARNINGS PRESENTATION Q3 FY26 EARNINGS PRESENTATION Q3 FY26 EARNINGS PRESENTATION Cautionary Note and Use of Non-GAAP Measures This Earnings Presentation contains forward looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. James Hardie Industries plc (the "Company") may from time to time make forward-looking statements in its periodic reports filed with or furnished to the Securities and Exch ...

Financial Performance - The company's Q2 FY26 net sales reached $1.292 billion, a 34% increase[46] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 FY26 was $330 million, up 25%[46] - The adjusted EBITDA margin was 25.5%, a decrease of 190 basis points[46] - Year-to-date free cash flow was $58 million, a 58% decrease[46] Segment Performance - Siding & Trim (S&T) net sales were $696 million, reflecting a 3% organic decrease[55] - Deck, Rail & Accessories (DR&A) net sales were $256 million, up 6%[61] - Australia & New Zealand (ANZ) sales decreased by low-single digits (LSD%) in local currency to $148 million[63] - Europe net sales increased by low-double digits (LDD%) in local currency to $138 million[67] AZEK Integration and Synergies - The company is on track to achieve $125 million of cost synergies[37] - The company expects to exit FY26 annualizing $60 million+ of cost synergies[39] - The company anticipates over $500 million of commercial synergies through material conversion[41, 44]

Core Insights - James Hardie Industries plc reported strong preliminary second-quarter FY26 results, projecting net sales between $1.29 billion and $1.30 billion, exceeding consensus estimates of $1.19 billion [1] - The company anticipates adjusted EPS of 26 to 27 cents, significantly higher than the consensus of 16 cents [1] - Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be in the range of $326 million to $331 million, with adjusted net income projected at $151 million to $157 million [1] - As of September 30, the company's net debt was reported at $4.5 billion [1] Sales Performance - CEO Aaron Erter noted that Siding & Trim sales exceeded expectations, with only a slight year-over-year decline in organic net sales due to lower-than-anticipated inventory reductions by distributors and dealers [2] - Despite challenges in the single-family housing market, customer demand and product availability demonstrate the brand's strength and partnerships [2] Strategic Developments - The integration and synergy plans for the AZEK acquisition are progressing well, with mid-single-digit sales and sell-through growth for Deck, Rail & Accessories in the second quarter [3] - The acquisition of The AZEK Company was valued at $8.75 billion, indicating a significant strategic move for the company [3] - James Hardie is scheduled to release its detailed second-quarter results on November 18, 2025 [3] Market Reaction - Following the positive preliminary results, JHX shares increased by 14.43%, reaching $23.00 in premarket trading [4]

Core Insights - The company reported a 9% decline in total net sales to $900 million in fiscal Q1 2026, attributed to inventory normalization and softer global demand [5][53] - North American net sales fell 12%, driven by lower volumes, although there was a 3% increase in average net sales price [6][54] - Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 21% year-over-year to $226 million, with a margin of 25.1%, reflecting volume pressures and raw material inflation [3][53] Financial Performance - Adjusted EBITDA margin fell 370 basis points to 25.1% in Q1 2026, with North America adjusted EBITDA margin down 400 basis points year-over-year [3][6] - Free cash flow improved by 88% to $104 million due to better operating cash generation and reduced capital expenditures [7][53] - The company expects free cash flow of at least $200 million for fiscal 2026, with capital expenditures projected at approximately $400 million [10][63] Market Outlook - Guidance for fiscal 2026 anticipates a high single-digit decline in total market demand, influenced by homeowner affordability pressures and uncertain macro conditions [3][61] - The company expects adjusted EBITDA for fiscal 2026 to be between $1.05 billion and $1.15 billion, including a contribution of $250 million to $265 million from the AZEK acquisition [9][62] - North America fiber cement outlook predicts a low double-digit volume decline for fiscal 2026, primarily volume-driven [11] Strategic Initiatives - The completion of the AZEK acquisition has doubled the company's total addressable market and expanded its product offerings [8][19] - The company aims to achieve over $500 million in commercial synergies within five years, with benefits expected to begin in fiscal 2027 [12][50] - Management is focused on integrating operations and realizing cost synergies, with over 50% of targeted general and administrative cost synergies already actioned [8][44] Regional Performance - Asia Pacific net sales declined 10%, with a 25% volume decrease offset by a 22% rise in average selling price [7][57] - Europe experienced a 7% increase in net sales, driven by higher average selling prices, with an EBITDA margin improvement to 16% [7][59] - The company remains committed to outperforming market demand in both APAC and Europe despite challenging conditions [58][60]

Financial Performance - Q2 2025 net sales increased by 8.1% year-over-year[46] - Adjusted EBITDA Margin increased by 40 bps year-over-year to 27.5%[44, 46] - The company reaffirms FY 2025 net sales outlook between $1.52 billion and $1.55 billion, representing 5% to 8% year-over-year growth[44] - The company reaffirms Adjusted EBITDA outlook between $403 million and $418 million, representing 6% to 10% year-over-year growth[44] - Residential segment growth was at 9% year-over-year[44] Strategic Initiatives and Market Position - The company is the industry leader in outdoor living[17, 36] - The company is benefiting from long-term material conversion trends[16] - The company is targeting double-digit annual net sales growth[17] - The company is expanding Adj EBITDA margin to a target of approximately 27.5%[17] - The company estimates that wood alternative decking could reach approximately 50% of decking opportunities share over the next 10-15 years and up to 75% over time[33]