James Hardie Industries plc
JHXBasic MaterialsNASDAQBuilding Materials
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the basic materials sector, James Hardie Industries plc focuses on Building Materials services and products. James Hardie Industries plc engages in the manufacture and sale of fiber cement, fiber gypsum, and cement bonded boards in the United States, Australia, Europe, and New Zealand. At a $15.18B market cap, James Hardie Industries plc ranks as a large-cap company within basic materials. It operates through four segments: Siding & Trim, Deck, Rail & Accessories, Australia & New Zealand, and Europe.
Market Cap
$15.18B
Beta
1.06
P/E (TTM)
104.60
P/E (Fwd)
16.59
EPS (TTM)
$0.25
EPS (Fwd)
$1.58
ROE
3.3%
ROA
5.2%
Cash
$289.9M
Total Debt
$4.52B
Free CF
$2.16B
52W Change
19.0%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where JHX stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 15, 2026 close, JHX finished 1.03% above its 150-day moving average ($24.33) and 2.12% above its 200-day moving average ($24.07). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is JHX overbought or oversold?
At the October 15, 2026 close, JHX's RSI(14) was 31.5, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
On the balance sheet, JHX has $289.9M in cash with $4.52B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. The company generates $2.16B in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. Return on equity stands at 3.3%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. An ROA of 5.2% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has grown from $3.78B (2023) to $4.84B (2026), reflecting a 28% increase over the period.
James Hardie Industries plc carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. At over 50x earnings, JHX carries valuation risk — any slowdown in growth expectations could lead to meaningful price adjustments. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for James Hardie Industries plc and its sector.