Q1 FY27 Results Pack

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Stock James Hardie Industries Plc (JHX.ASX)
Release Time 7 Aug 2026, 7:30 a.m.
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 James Hardie Reports Q1 FY27 Results and Raises Outlook
Key Points
  • Net Sales of $1.475 billion, a 64% increase year over year
  • Net Income of $104 million, up 67% from the previous year
  • Adjusted EBITDA of $422 million, exceeding original guidance
  • Raised FY27 outlook with pro forma sales growth of 5.9% to 9.0%
  • Free cash flow target of at least $500 million
Full Summary

James Hardie Industries plc announced its first quarter FY27 results, showing net sales of $1.475 billion, a 64% increase year over year. Net income rose to $104 million, up 67% from the previous year. Adjusted EBITDA was $422 million, exceeding original guidance. The company raised its full-year outlook, targeting pro forma sales growth of 5.9% to 9.0% and pro forma Adjusted EBITDA growth of 7.4% to 13.7%. Free cash flow is targeted at at least $500 million. The company expects organic growth in Siding & Trim for the remainder of the year. Market conditions in Europe remain challenging, but the company is focused on improving profitability through product innovation and cost savings.

Guidance

FY27: Pro forma sales growth of 5.9% to 9.0%, Adjusted EBITDA growth of 7.4% to 13.7%, Free Cash Flow of at least $500 million

Outlook

James Hardie expects continued earnings growth driven by synergy realization, manufacturing cost improvements, and disciplined execution. The company is focused on improving profitability through product innovation and cost savings.