James Hardie Industries plc

James Hardie Industries plc announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, James Hardie International Finance Designated Activity Company, redeemed US$400 million aggregate principal amount of its 5.00% Senior Unsecured Notes due 2028. The redemption took place on June 25, 2026, at a price equal to 100% of the principal amount plus accrued and unpaid interest. Following the redemption, these notes are no longer outstanding, and interest will cease to accrue.

James Hardie Industries plc furnished its fiscal year 2026 Irish Statutory Accounts, which include the Directors' Report and Consolidated Financial Statements. The balance transferred to reserves for the year ended March 31, 2026, was US$161.4 million, a decrease from US$436.3 million in the prior year. JHI plc reported a net current asset position of US$1,511.1 million, significantly up from US$516.3 million in 2025, and the Group maintained strong liquidity with US$269.2 million in cash reserves and US$994.1 million in available unused external loan facilities. The report also highlighted the acquisition of The AZEK Company Inc. on July 1, 2025, expanding the company's exterior home and outdoor living solutions portfolio.

James Hardie Industries plc, a leading provider of exterior home and outdoor living solutions, announced the completion of its acquisition of The AZEK Company Inc. on July 1, 2025. This strategic move expands James Hardie's product portfolio to include low-maintenance and environmentally sustainable outdoor living products. The company continues to focus on material conversion, channel expansion, and product innovation across its global markets, including the US, Australia, and Europe.

James Hardie Industries plc reported Q4 FY26 Adjusted EBITDA of $381 million, a 42% increase year-over-year, and full-year FY26 Adjusted EBITDA of $1.27 billion, up 17%, both exceeding guidance. Despite a challenging operating environment and unfavorable weather, the company provided an optimistic FY27 outlook, targeting 4% to 8% Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA growth and over $500 million in Free Cash Flow. This growth is expected to be driven by synergy realization from the AZEK acquisition and ongoing cost actions, with cost synergies ahead of schedule.

James Hardie Industries plc announced the appointment of Rob Sindel as an independent, Class II director, effective June 1, 2026. Mr. Sindel, who has extensive experience in the global building products and construction materials sector, will also join the Nominating and Governance Committee. Concurrently, Persio Lisboa resigned from the Board, effective May 14, 2026, after eight years of service, with his departure not resulting from any dispute.