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CRH (NYSE:CRH – Get Free Report) and Grafton Group (OTCMKTS:GROUF – Get Free Report) are both construction companies, but which is the better stock? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their analyst recommendations, profitability, earnings, dividends, valuation, risk and institutional ownership.

Profitability This table compares CRH and Grafton Group’s net margins, return on equity and return on assets.

Net Margins Return on Equity Return on Assets CRH 10.02% 15.98% 6.78% Grafton Group N/A N/A N/A Earnings and Valuation This table compares CRH and Grafton Group”s gross revenue, earnings per share and valuation.

Gross Revenue Price/Sales Ratio Net Income Earnings Per Share Price/Earnings Ratio CRH $37.45 billion 2.11 $3.73 billion $5.52 21.37 Grafton Group $3.32 billion 0.73 $180.09 million N/A N/A CRH has higher revenue and earnings than Grafton Group.

Risk & Volatility CRH has a beta of 1.35, indicating that its share price is 35% more volatile than the S&P 500. Comparatively, Grafton Group has a beta of 0.37, indicating that its share price is 63% less volatile than the S&P 500.

Institutional and Insider Ownership 62.5% of CRH shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 8.2% of Grafton Group shares are held by institutional investors. 0.1% of CRH shares are held by insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that large money managers, hedge funds and endowments believe a company is poised for long-term growth.

Analyst Recommendations This is a breakdown of recent ratings and target prices for CRH and Grafton Group, as reported by MarketBeat.

Sell Ratings Hold Ratings Buy Ratings Strong Buy Ratings Rating Score CRH 0 3 13 2 2.94 Grafton Group 0 0 1 0 3.00 CRH presently has a consensus target price of $139.54, suggesting a potential upside of 18.27%. Given CRH’s higher probable upside, research analysts clearly believe CRH is more favorable than Grafton Group.

Summary CRH beats Grafton Group on 12 of the 13 factors compared between the two stocks.

About CRH (Get Free Report)

CRH plc, together with its subsidiaries, provides building materials solutions in Ireland and internationally. It operates through four segments: Americas Materials Solutions, Americas Building Solutions, Europe Materials Solutions, and Europe Building Solutions. The company provides solutions for the construction and maintenance of public infrastructure and commercial and residential buildings; and produces and sells aggregates, cement, readymixed concrete, and asphalt, as well as provides paving and construction services. It also manufactures, supplies, and delivers solutions for the built environment in communities across North America; and offers building and infrastructure solutions serving complex critical utility infrastructure, such as water, energy, transportation, and telecommunications projects, and outdoor living solutions for enhancing private and public spaces. In addition, the company combines materials, products, and services to produce a wide range of architectural and infrastructural solutions for use in the building and renovation of critical utility infrastructure, commercial and residential buildings, and outdoor living spaces for the built environment. Further, it produces and supplies precast and pre-stressed concrete products comprising floor and wall elements, beams, vaults, pipes, and manholes; granite, limestone, and sandstone; concrete and polymer-based products, such as underground vaults, drainage systems, utility enclosures, and modular precast structures; engineered steel, polymer-based anchoring, fixing, and connecting solutions; concrete masonry, hardscape and related products, including pavers, blocks and curbs, retaining walls, and slabs; and fencing and railing systems, composite decking, lawn and garden products, and packaged concrete mixes. The company was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.

About Grafton Group (Get Free Report)

Grafton Group plc engages in the distribution, retailing, and manufacturing businesses in Ireland, the Netherlands, Finland, and the United Kingdom. Its Distribution segment distributes building materials, paint, tools, ironmongery, fixings, and accessories, workwear and PPE, and spare parts; materials and plant for mechanical services, heating, plumbing, and air movement; and trade, DIY, and self-build markets with building materials, timber, doors and floors, plumbing and heating, bathrooms, and landscaping products under the Selco, Leyland SDM, Chadwicks, MacBlair, Isero, Polvo, Gunters en Meuser, TG Lynes, and IKH brands. The company’s Retailing segment retails home and garden products through stores, including DIY products, paints, lighting products, homestyle products, housewares, bathroom products, and kitchens, as well as gardening and Christmas products under the Woodie’s brand. Its Manufacturing segment manufactures dry mortars and wooden staircases; and drainage, ducting and roofline systems under the CPI Mortar, StairBox, and MFP brand names. Grafton Group plc was founded in 1902 and is based in Dublin, Ireland.

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CRH (NYSE: CRH), the leading provider of building materials, today reported first quarter 2026 financial results. Total revenues of $7.4 billion (Q1 2025: $6.8 billion) were 9% ahead of the prior year driven by positive underlying demand, disciplined commercial execution, and contributions from acquisitions. Net loss of ($0.2) billion (Q1 2025: ($0.1) billion) was higher than the prior year, driven by higher depreciation and impairment charges as well as increased interest expense, net. Adjusted EBITDA* of $0.6 billion (Q1 2025: $0.5 billion) increased by 18% over the prior year, reflecting strong operational discipline and contributions from acquisitions. CRH’s net loss margin of (2.4%) was below the prior year net loss margin of (1.5%), while Adjusted EBITDA margin* of 8.0% (Q1 2025: 7.3%) was ahead of the prior year.

Jim Mintern, Chief Executive Officer, stated “We delivered a strong start to 2026, reflecting good momentum from early-season project activity, disciplined commercial execution and positive contributions from acquisitions. During the quarter, we continued our active portfolio management, reallocating capital into higher-growth, more connected businesses. Notwithstanding the current geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainty, we are encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand across our key markets. The outlook for our business remains positive and backed by our superior strategy and connected portfolio we are pleased to reaffirm our financial guidance for 2026, leaving us well positioned for another year of growth and value creation ahead.”

Summary Financials

Q1 2026

YoY Change

Total revenues

$7.4bn

+9%

Net loss

($0.2bn)

(84%)

Net loss margin

(2.4%)

(90bps)

Adjusted EBITDA*

$0.6bn

+18%

Adjusted EBITDA margin*

8.0%

+70bps

Diluted Loss Per Share

($0.27)

(80%)

Diluted Loss Per Share pre-impairment*

($0.20)

(33%)

Three months ended March 31, 2026

Americas Materials Solutions' Total revenues were 21% ahead of the first quarter of 2025, driven by strong underlying demand and contributions from acquisitions. Adjusted EBITDA increased by 75% year-over-year, reflecting good commercial execution, disciplined cost management and contributions from acquisitions.

Americas Building Solutions' Total revenues were 1% behind the first quarter of 2025, driven by subdued new-build residential demand and adverse weather conditions, partly offset by contributions from acquisitions. Adjusted EBITDA was in line with the prior year, supported by strong cost control, performance improvement initiatives and contributions from acquisitions.

International Solutions' Total revenues were 5% ahead of the first quarter of 2025, as contributions from acquisitions, positive pricing momentum, and currency tailwinds more than offset weather-impacted volumes and the impact of divestitures. Adjusted EBITDA was 32% ahead of the prior year, driven by operational efficiencies and portfolio optimization.

Please refer to Appendix 1 on pages 5 to 6 for detailed business segment information for the three months ended March 31, 2026.

Acquisitions and Divestitures

CRH has a proven track record of allocating capital into high-growth connected opportunities that maximize value for shareholders. In the first quarter of 2026, CRH completed five value-accretive acquisitions for total consideration of $0.1 billion, compared with $0.6 billion in the same period of 2025. A further three acquisitions were completed in April for total consideration of $0.1 billion. Cash proceeds from divestitures and disposals of long-lived assets were $34 million, compared with $107 million in the first quarter of 2025.

The Company has entered into an agreement to acquire Axius Water, a leading provider of specialized water quality solutions in North America, for a consideration of $0.7 billion, with the transaction expected to close in the second quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. This acquisition is expected to strengthen CRH’s position as a leading water infrastructure player in the United States.

CRH has also agreed to divest of three non-core businesses: its construction accessories operations for a consideration of $0.7 billion, its lawn and garden operations for a consideration of $1.1 billion, and MoistureShield, a manufacturer of composite decking for a consideration of $0.1 billion. The MoistureShield transaction closed on April 6, while the construction accessories and lawn and garden transactions are expected to close in the second quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

Other Financial Items

Depreciation, depletion and amortization charges of $0.6 billion were $0.1 billion higher than the prior year (Q1 2025: $0.5 billion), primarily due to the impact of acquisitions and higher growth capital expenditure.

Loss on impairments was $48 million (Q1 2025: $nil million), related to the agreed divestiture of the construction accessories operations.

Interest income of $21 million was lower than the comparable period (Q1 2025: $37 million), primarily due to lower interest rates and principal on deposit. Interest expense of $203 million was higher than the comparable period (Q1 2025: $181 million), primarily due to an increase in gross debt balances.

Income tax benefit of $55 million (Q1 2025: $58 million) was lower than the prior year.

Other nonoperating expense, net, was $4 million, a decrease from the comparable period (Q1 2025: $20 million), primarily due to the non‑recurrence of the prior year loss on divestitures.

Diluted Loss Per Share of ($0.27) was behind the prior year (Q1 2025: ($0.15)), primarily due to higher depreciation and impairment charges as well as higher interest expense, net. Diluted Loss Per Share pre-impairment* of ($0.20) was lower than the prior year (Q1 2025: ($0.15)).

Balance Sheet and Liquidity

Total short and long-term debt was $18.5 billion at March 31, 2026, compared with $17.7 billion at December 31, 2025.

Net Debt* at March 31, 2026, was $15.8 billion, compared to $14.2 billion at December 31, 2025. The increase in Net Debt* is driven by the seasonal net cash outflow from operating activities, as well as acquisitions, cash returns to shareholders through continued share buybacks and the purchase of property, plant and equipment in the quarter. CRH ended Q1 2026 with $3.3 billion of cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash on hand (Q1 2025: $3.4 billion) as well as $4.5 billion of undrawn committed facilities available until May 2030. CRH remains committed to maintaining its robust balance sheet and expects to maintain a strong investment-grade credit rating.

Dividends and Share Buybacks

In line with its policy of consistent long-term dividend growth, on April 30, 2026, CRH announced a quarterly dividend of $0.39 per share, representing a 5% increase on the prior year. The dividend will be paid on June 17, 2026, to shareholders registered at the close of business on May 15, 2026.

CRH continued its ongoing share buyback program in the first three months of 2026 repurchasing approximately 2.9 million Ordinary Shares for total consideration of $0.3 billion, compared to 3.2 million Ordinary Shares repurchased for total consideration of $0.3 billion in the first three months of 2025. The Company is pleased to announce that it is commencing an additional $0.3 billion tranche to be completed no later than July 28, 2026.

2026 Full Year Outlook

We are reaffirming our financial guidance reflecting a strong start to the year as well as the net impact of divestitures and acquisitions agreed in the year to date. We continue to expect favorable underlying demand across our key end-markets, underpinned by significant public investment in infrastructure and continued reindustrialization activity. Within the residential sector we anticipate resilient repair and remodel activity while the new-build segment is expected to remain subdued. Assuming normal seasonal weather patterns and absent any further major dislocations in the geopolitical or macroeconomic environment, CRH's superior strategy, connected portfolio and leading positions of scale in attractive high-growth markets, together with our strong and flexible balance sheet, are expected to underpin another year of growth and value creation in 2026.

2026 Guidance (i)

(in $ billions, except per share data)

Low

High

Net income (ii)

3.9

4.1

Adjusted EBITDA*

8.1

8.5

Diluted EPS (ii)

$5.60

$6.05

Capital expenditure

2.8

3.0

(i) The 2026 guidance does not assume any significant one-off or non-recurring items, including the impact of further potential changes to global trade policies, impairments or other unforeseen events.

(ii) 2026 Net income and diluted EPS are based on approximately $0.7 billion of interest expense, net, an effective tax rate of approximately 24% and a year-to-date average of approximately 675 million diluted common shares outstanding.

Q1 2026 Conference Call

CRH will host a conference call and webcast presentation at 8:00 a.m. (EDT) on Thursday, April 30, 2026, to discuss its Q1 2026 results and outlook. Registration details are available on www.crh.com/investors. Upon registration, a link to join the call and dial-in details will be made available. The accompanying investor presentation will be available on the investor section of the CRH website in advance of the conference call, and a recording of the conference call will be made available afterwards.

About CRH

CRH is the leading provider of building materials critical to modernizing infrastructure. With our team of 83,000 people across 4,000 locations, our unmatched scale, connected portfolio, and deep local relationships make us the partner of choice for transportation, water, and reindustrialization projects, shaping communities for a better tomorrow. CRH (NYSE: CRH) is a member of the S&P 500 Index. For more information, visit www.crh.com.

Appendices

Appendix 1 - Results Of Operations

Three months ended March 31, 2026

Americas Materials Solutions

Analysis of Change

in $ millions

Q1 2025

Currency

Acquisitions

Divestitures

Organic

Q1 2026

% change

Total revenues

2,243

+6

+269

(5)

+211

2,724

+21%

Adjusted EBITDA

59

(1)

+35

+5

+5

103

+75%

Adjusted EBITDA margin

2.6%

3.8%

Americas Materials Solutions’ Total revenues were 21% ahead of the first quarter of 2025, driven by favorable underlying demand and contributions from acquisitions.

In Essential Materials, Total revenues increased by 31%, reflecting strong underlying demand across most regions as well as contributions from acquisitions. Aggregates volumes increased by 14% year-over-year, while pricing declined by 1%, reflecting geographic and project mix-effects. Cement volumes were 10% ahead of the prior year, while pricing was 1% behind.

In Road Solutions, Total revenues were 16% ahead of the prior year, driven by a strong start to the year due to robust project activity. Asphalt volumes increased by 13%, while pricing was in line with the prior year. Readymixed concrete volumes increased by 12%, with pricing up 4% over the same period. Paving and construction revenues increased by 16%, supported by strong project execution, backlog conversion, and contributions from acquisitions.

Adjusted EBITDA for Americas Materials Solutions was 75% ahead of the prior year, driven by strong underlying demand, disciplined cost management, and contributions from acquisitions. Adjusted EBITDA margin was 120bps ahead of the first quarter of 2025.

Americas Building Solutions

Analysis of Change

in $ millions

Q1 2025

Currency

Acquisitions

Divestitures

Organic

Q1 2026

% change

Total revenues

1,682

+3

+18

–

(35)

1,668

(1%)

Adjusted EBITDA

287

–

+2

–

(2)

287

—

Adjusted EBITDA margin

17.1%

17.2%

Americas Building Solutions' Total revenues were 1% behind the first quarter of 2025, due to subdued new-build residential demand and adverse weather conditions in certain markets, partly offset by contributions from acquisitions.

In Building & Infrastructure Solutions, Total revenues were 4% ahead of the first quarter of 2025, driven by strong demand in our utility infrastructure markets.

In Outdoor Living Solutions, Total revenues were 3% behind the prior year period, as subdued new-build residential demand and adverse weather impacted activity levels.

Adjusted EBITDA for Americas Building Solutions was in line with the first quarter of 2025, as strong cost control and operational efficiencies offset cost inflation and subdued new-build residential demand. Adjusted EBITDA margin was 10bps ahead of the prior year period.

International Solutions

Analysis of Change

in $ millions

Q1 2025

Currency

Acquisitions

Divestitures

Organic

Q1 2026

% change

Total revenues

2,831

+257

+161

(176)

(95)

2,978

+5%

Adjusted EBITDA

149

+7

+19

+19

+2

196

+32%

Adjusted EBITDA margin

5.3%

6.6%

International Solutions' Total revenues were 5% ahead of the first quarter of 2025, as contributions from acquisitions, positive pricing momentum, and currency tailwinds more than offset weather-impacted volumes and the impact of divestitures.

In Essential Materials, Total revenues were 12% ahead of the comparable period in 2025. Aggregates volumes were 8% ahead of the prior year period, supported by acquisitions, while cement volumes were in line with the prior year. Aggregates pricing was in line with the prior year period, while cement pricing was 3% ahead.

In Road Solutions, Total revenues were in line with the comparable period in 2025, impacted by divestitures. Readymixed concrete volumes were 2% ahead of the prior year period, supported by acquisitions, while pricing increased by 3% year-over-year. Asphalt volumes and prices were 8% and 5% ahead of the comparable period in 2025, respectively, supported by higher activity levels in Western Europe.

Within Building & Infrastructure Solutions and Outdoor Living Solutions, Total revenues were 4% ahead of the comparable period in 2025, with currency tailwinds more than offsetting the impact of divestitures.

Adjusted EBITDA in International Solutions was 32% ahead of the first quarter of 2025, benefiting from positive pricing momentum, improved operational efficiencies and contributions from acquisitions. Adjusted EBITDA margin increased by 130bps compared to the prior year period.

Appendix 2 - Financial Statements

The following financial statements are an extract of the Company’s Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP for the three months ended March 31, 2026, and do not present all necessary information for a complete understanding of the Company's financial condition as of March 31, 2026. The full Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP for the three months ended March 31, 2026, including notes thereto, will be included as a part of the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income (Unaudited)

(in $ millions, except share and per share data)

  Three months ended

March 31

2026

2025

Product revenues

6,234

5,612

Service revenues

1,136

1,144

Total revenues

7,370

6,756

Cost of product revenues

(4,251)

(3,826)

Cost of service revenues

(1,074)

(1,093)

Total cost of revenues

(5,325)

(4,919)

Gross profit

2,045

1,837

Selling, general and administrative expenses

(2,057)

(1,833)

Gain on disposal of long-lived assets

22

14

Loss on impairments

(48)

–

Operating (loss) income

(38)

18

Interest income

21

37

Interest expense

(203)

(181)

Other nonoperating expense, net

(4)

(20)

Loss from operations before income tax benefit and loss from equity method investments

(224)

(146)

Income tax benefit

55

58

Loss from equity method investments

(11)

(10)

Net loss

(180)

(98)

Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests

4

4

Net loss attributable to CRH

(176)

(94)

Loss per share attributable to CRH

Basic

($0.27)

($0.15)

Diluted

($0.27)

($0.15)

Weighted average common shares outstanding

Basic

668.5

676.7

Diluted

668.5

676.7

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited)

(in $ millions, except share data)

  March 31

December 31

March 31

2026

2025

2025

Assets

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

3,240

4,096

3,352

Restricted cash

40

51

–

Accounts receivable, net

5,213

5,178

5,141

Inventories

5,058

5,251

4,960

Assets held for sale

1,811

–

–

Other current assets

877

678

789

Total current assets

16,239

15,254

14,242

Property, plant and equipment, net

24,657

24,937

22,179

Equity method investments

487

502

732

Goodwill

12,592

13,099

11,475

Intangible assets, net

1,956

2,048

1,208

Operating lease right-of-use assets, net

1,274

1,471

1,272

Other noncurrent assets

962

1,018

813

Total assets

58,167

58,329

51,921

Liabilities, redeemable noncontrolling interests and shareholders’ equity

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

2,947

3,263

2,777

Accrued expenses

2,143

2,196

2,270

Current portion of long-term debt

2,478

1,175

1,458

Operating lease liabilities

247

286

247

Liabilities held for sale

428

–

–

Other current liabilities

1,968

1,834

1,960

Total current liabilities

10,211

8,754

8,712

Long-term debt

16,071

16,478

14,213

Deferred income tax liabilities

3,301

3,511

3,141

Noncurrent operating lease liabilities

1,066

1,232

1,075

Other noncurrent liabilities

2,973

2,876

2,423

Total liabilities

33,622

32,851

29,564

Commitments and contingencies

Redeemable noncontrolling interests

422

430

379

Shareholders’ equity

Preferred stock, €1.27 par value, 150,000 shares authorized and 50,000 shares issued and outstanding for 5% preferred stock and 872,000 shares authorized, issued and outstanding for 7% 'A' preferred stock, as of March 31, 2026, December 31, 2025, and March 31, 2025

1

1

1

Common stock, €0.32 par value, 1,250,000,000 shares authorized; 704,021,684, 706,946,142 and 715,487,343 issued and outstanding, as of March 31, 2026, December 31, 2025, and March 31, 2025 respectively

285

286

289

Treasury stock, at cost (35,793,257, 38,315,792 and 38,850,691 shares as of March 31, 2026, December 31, 2025 and March 31, 2025 respectively)

(1,905)

(2,016)

(2,038)

Additional paid-in capital

250

397

298

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(353)

(257)

(806)

Retained earnings

24,793

25,593

23,375

Total shareholders’ equity attributable to CRH shareholders

23,071

24,004

21,119

Noncontrolling interests

1,052

1,044

859

Total equity

24,123

25,048

21,978

Total liabilities, redeemable noncontrolling interests and equity

58,167

58,329

51,921

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited)

(in $ millions)

  Three months ended

March 31

2026

2025

Cash Flows from Operating Activities:

Net loss

(180)

(98)

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation, depletion, and amortization

576

477

Loss on impairments

48

–

Share-based compensation

29

32

(Gain) loss on disposals from businesses and long-lived assets, net

(16)

1

Deferred tax (benefit) expense

(160)

4

Loss from equity method investments

11

10

Pension and other postretirement benefits net periodic benefit cost

4

6

Non-cash operating lease costs

83

59

Other items, net

9

(14)

Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisitions and divestitures:

Accounts receivable, net

(478)

(268)

Inventories

(156)

(139)

Accounts payable

(287)

(503)

Operating lease liabilities

(86)

(78)

Other assets

(131)

(210)

Other liabilities

128

72

Pension and other postretirement benefits contributions

(10)

(10)

Net cash used in operating activities

(616)

(659)

Cash Flows from Investing Activities:

Purchases of property, plant and equipment, and intangibles

(601)

(645)

Acquisitions, net of cash acquired

(126)

(585)

Proceeds from divestitures

6

36

Proceeds from disposal of long-lived assets

28

35

Distributions received from equity method investments

–

9

Settlements of derivatives

(24)

20

Deferred divestiture consideration received

–

36

Other investing activities, net

(5)

130

Net cash used in investing activities

(722)

(964)

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited)

(in $ millions)

  Three months ended

March 31

2026

2025

Cash Flows from Financing Activities:

Proceeds from debt issuances

1,212

3,017

Payments on debt

(207)

(1,533)

Settlements of derivatives

(15)

15

Payments of finance lease obligations

(37)

(21)

Deferred and contingent acquisition consideration paid

(12)

(11)

Distributions to noncontrolling and redeemable noncontrolling interests

(15)

(17)

Transactions involving noncontrolling interests

(24)

–

Repurchases of common stock

(332)

(310)

Amounts related to employee share plans

2

1

Net cash provided by financing activities

572

1,141

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents, including restricted cash

(48)

75

Decrease in cash and cash equivalents, including restricted cash

(814)

(407)

Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash at the beginning of period

4,147

3,759

Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash at the end of period

3,333

3,352

Supplemental cash flow information:

Cash paid for interest (including finance leases)

160

63

Cash paid for income taxes

39

134

Reconciliation of cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash

Cash and cash equivalents presented in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

3,240

3,352

Cash and cash equivalents included in Assets held for sale

53

–

Restricted cash presented in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

40

–

Total cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash presented in the Condensed Consolidated
Statements of Cash Flows

3,333

3,352

Appendix 3 - Non-GAAP Reconciliation and Supplementary Information

CRH uses a number of non-GAAP financial measures to monitor financial performance. These measures are referred to throughout the discussion of our reported financial position and operating performance on a continuing operations basis unless otherwise defined and are measures which are regularly reviewed by CRH management. These financial measures may not be uniformly defined by all companies and accordingly may not be directly comparable with similarly titled measures and disclosures by other companies.

Certain information presented is derived from amounts calculated in accordance with U.S. GAAP but is not itself an expressly permitted GAAP measure. The non-GAAP financial measures as summarized below should not be viewed in isolation or as an alternative to the most directly comparable GAAP measure.

Adjusted EBITDA: Adjusted EBITDA is defined as earnings from continuing operations before interest, taxes, depreciation, depletion, amortization, Loss on impairments, gain/loss on divestitures and investments, Income/loss from equity method investments, substantial acquisition-related costs and pension expense/income excluding current service cost component. It is quoted by management in conjunction with other GAAP and non-GAAP financial measures to aid investors in their analysis of the performance of the Company. Adjusted EBITDA by segment is monitored by management in order to allocate resources between segments and to assess performance.

Adjusted EBITDA margin is calculated by expressing Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of Total revenues.

Reconciliation to its most directly comparable GAAP measure is presented below:

Three months ended

March 31

in $ millions

2026

2025

Net loss

(180)

(98)

Loss from equity method investments

11

10

Income tax benefit

(55)

(58)

Loss on divestitures and investments (i)

6

26

Pension income excluding current service cost component (i)

(5)

(4)

Other interest, net (i)

3

(2)

Interest expense

203

181

Interest income

(21)

(37)

Depreciation, depletion and amortization

576

477

Loss on impairments (ii)

48

–

Adjusted EBITDA

586

495

Total revenues

7,370

6,756

Net loss margin

(2.4%)

(1.5%)

Adjusted EBITDA margin

8.0%

7.3%

(i) Loss on divestitures and investments, pension income excluding current service cost component and other interest, net have been included in Other nonoperating expense, net in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income.

(ii) For the three months ended March 31, 2026, Loss on impairments totaled $48 million, related to the International Solutions segment.

Reconciliation to the most directly comparable GAAP measure for the mid-point of the 2026 Adjusted EBITDA guidance is presented below:

in $ billions

2026

Mid-Point

Net income

4.0

Income tax expense

1.3

Interest expense, net

0.7

Depreciation, depletion and amortization

2.3

Adjusted EBITDA

8.3

Net Debt: Net Debt is used by management as it gives additional insight into the Company’s current debt position less available cash. Net Debt is provided to enable investors to see the economic effect of gross debt, related hedges and cash and cash equivalents in total. Net Debt comprises short and long-term debt, finance lease liabilities, cash and cash equivalents and current and noncurrent derivative financial instruments (net).

Reconciliation to its most directly comparable GAAP measure is presented below:

March 31

December 31

March 31

in $ millions

2026

2025

2025

Short and long-term debt

(18,549)

(17,653)

(15,671)

Cash and cash equivalents (i)

3,293

4,096

3,352

Finance lease liabilities (i)

(592)

(534)

(336)

Derivative financial instruments (net)

20

(60)

(31)

Net Debt

(15,828)

(14,151)

(12,686)

  (i) Cash and cash equivalents and Finance lease liabilities as of March 31, 2026, include $53 million and $26 million, respectively, that have been reclassified as held for sale.

Organic Revenue and Organic Adjusted EBITDA: Because of the impact of acquisitions, divestitures, currency exchange translation and other non-recurring items on reported results each reporting period, CRH uses organic revenue and organic Adjusted EBITDA as additional performance indicators to assess performance of pre-existing (also referred to as underlying, like-for-like or ongoing) operations each reporting period.

Organic revenue and organic Adjusted EBITDA are arrived at by excluding the incremental revenue and Adjusted EBITDA contributions from current and prior year acquisitions and divestitures, the impact of exchange translation, and the impact of any one-off items. Changes in organic revenue and organic Adjusted EBITDA are presented as additional measures of revenue and Adjusted EBITDA to provide a greater understanding of the performance of the Company. Organic change % is calculated by expressing the organic movement as a percentage of the prior year (adjusted for currency exchange effects). A reconciliation of the changes in organic revenue and organic Adjusted EBITDA to the changes in Total revenues and Adjusted EBITDA by segment, is presented in Appendix 1.

Diluted EPS pre‑impairment: Diluted EPS pre‑impairment is a measure of the Company's profitability per share from continuing operations excluding any Loss on impairments (which is non-cash) and the related tax impact of such impairments. It is used by management to evaluate the Company's underlying profit performance and its own past performance. Diluted EPS information presented on a pre‑impairment basis is useful to investors as it provides an insight into the Company's underlying performance and profitability. Diluted EPS pre‑impairment is calculated as Net income (loss) adjusted for (i) Net (income) loss attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests (ii) Net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests (iii) adjustment of redeemable noncontrolling interests to redemption value and excluding any Loss on impairments (and the related tax impact of such impairments) divided by the diluted weighted average number of common shares outstanding for the year.

Reconciliation to its most directly comparable GAAP measure is presented below:

Three months ended

March 31

in $ millions, except share and per share data

2026

Per Share

- diluted

2025

Per Share

- diluted

Weighted average common shares outstanding – diluted

668.5

676.7

Net loss

(180)

($0.27)

(98)

($0.15)

Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests

4

$0.01

4

$0.01

Adjustment of redeemable noncontrolling interests to redemption value

(7)

($0.01)

(7)

($0.01)

Net loss attributable to CRH for EPS

(183)

($0.27)

(101)

($0.15)

Impairment of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets

48

$0.07

—

—

Net loss attributable to CRH for EPS – pre-impairment (i)

(135)

($0.20)

(101)

($0.15)

(i) Reflective of CRH’s share of impairment of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets ($48 million and $nil million, respectively, for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and March 31, 2025).

Appendix 4 - Disclaimer/Forward-Looking Statements

In reliance upon the “Safe Harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, CRH is providing the following cautionary statement.

This document contains statements that are, or may be deemed to be, forward-looking statements with respect to the financial condition, results of operations, business, viability and future performance of CRH and certain of the plans and objectives of CRH. These forward-looking statements may generally, but not always, be identified by the use of words such as “will”, “anticipates”, “should”, “could”, “would”, “targets”, “aims”, “may”, “continues”, “expects”, “is expected to”, “estimates”, “believes”, “intends” or similar expressions. These forward-looking statements include all matters that are not historical facts or matters of fact at the date of this document.

In particular, the following, among other statements, are all forward-looking in nature: plans and expectations regarding outlook for 2026, including market dynamics and demand among CRH's platforms; plans and expectations regarding public investment in infrastructure and reindustrialization activity; plans and expectations regarding pricing momentum, costs, demand, and trends in residential and non-residential markets and macroeconomic and other market trends and dynamics in key end-markets and other regions where CRH operates; expectations with respect to the impact of further potential changes to global trade policies; plans and expectations regarding acquisitions, including the Axius Water acquisition, and divestitures, including the construction accessories and lawn and garden operations, and the timing and resulting synergies, benefits and contributions, respectively, thereof; statements regarding the M&A pipeline and other value-accretive opportunities; statements regarding the reallocation of capital, including the expected benefits of the related growth capital expenditure projects; plans and expectations regarding return of cash to shareholders, including the timing, consistency and amount of share buybacks and dividends; expectations regarding CRH's credit rating with each of the three main ratings agencies; and plans and expectations regarding CRH's 2026 full year performance, including net income, Adjusted EBITDA, diluted EPS, capital expenditures, assumed interest expense and assumed effective tax rate.

By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risk and uncertainty because they relate to events and depend on circumstances that may or may not occur in the future and reflect the Company’s current expectations and assumptions as to such future events and circumstances that may not prove accurate. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this document. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to publicly update or revise these forward-looking statements other than as required by applicable law.

A number of material factors could cause actual results and developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements, certain of which are beyond our control, and which include, but are not limited to: economic and financial conditions, including changes in interest rates, inflation, price volatility and/or labor and materials shortages; demand for infrastructure, residential and non-residential construction and our products in geographic markets in which we operate; increased competition and its impact on prices and market position; increases in energy, labor and/or other raw materials costs; adverse changes to laws and regulations, including in relation to climate change; the impact of unfavorable weather; investor and/or consumer sentiment regarding the importance of sustainable practices and products; availability of public sector funding for infrastructure programs; political uncertainty, including as a result of political and social conditions in the jurisdictions CRH operates in, or adverse political developments, including the ongoing geopolitical conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East; failure to complete or successfully integrate acquisitions or make timely divestitures; cyber-attacks and exposure of associates, contractors, customers, suppliers and other individuals to health and safety risks, including due to product failures. Additional factors, risks and uncertainties that could cause actual outcomes and results to be materially different from those expressed by the forward-looking statements in this report including, but not limited to, the risks and uncertainties described herein and in “Risk Factors” in our 2025 Form 10-K and in our other filings with the SEC.

CRH plc (CRH) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

I am retaining a 'Buy' rating for CRH following my evaluation of its recent quarterly results and full-year outlook. CRH's topline grew strongly by 18.4% YoY in 1Q2026, with its Americas Materials Solutions unit being the standout performer. I see upside to management's FY26 EBITDA guidance, considering untapped government funding and the company's active portfolio reshaping activities.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CRH (NYSE: CRH), the leading provider of building materials, announced the appointment of Aylwyn Bryan as its Chief Financial Officer, effective May 12, 2026. Bryan has over 25 years of financial leadership experience, including the past 14 years with CRH. Most recently he served as CFO of CRH's Americas Division and previously as Head of Group Finance and Group Tax Director. As CFO, Bryan will continue to play a critical role in advancing CRH's strategy and operation.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CRH (NYSE: CRH), the leading provider of building materials, announced the appointment of Danilo Juvane as Head of Investor Relations, effective May 26, 2026. Juvane brings 25 years of capital markets experience to the role, having most recently served as Vice President of Corporate Development, Investor Relations & ESG for The Williams Companies. He has also served as an analyst with BMO Capital Markets, Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors, and Entergy Services Inc.

Greatland Resources Ltd (AIM:GGP, OTC:GRLGF, FRA:G8G, ASX:GGP) has outlined a substantial new critical minerals asset within its Paterson Province portfolio, delivering a maiden mineral resource estimate for the O’Callaghans tungsten-copper-zinc-lead deposit in Western Australia.

The resource totals 70 million tonnes (Mt) at 0.35% tungsten trioxide (WO₃), alongside 0.30% copper, 0.57% zinc and 0.28% lead, positioning O’Callaghans as one of the largest high-grade tungsten deposits globally.

2025 O’Callaghans Mineral Resource Statement.

The update forms part of Greatland’s broader December 2025 Group Mineral Resource release, which also delivered a major uplift at the Telfer gold-copper operation and reinforced the scale of its Paterson Province footprint.

Strategic tungsten exposure emerges O’Callaghans introduces a new commodity stream to Greatland’s predominantly gold-copper portfolio, with tungsten increasingly recognised as a critical mineral across major economies.

Satellite image showing Telfer mine and infrastructure and O’Callaghans deposit location.

Tungsten’s unique physical properties — including extreme hardness and heat resistance — make it difficult to substitute in applications spanning mining, construction, aerospace and defence. According to the company, aerospace and defence sectors account for roughly a quarter of global demand.

Supply dynamics have also tightened. China, which produces around 80% of global tungsten, imposed export controls in early 2025 and has since shifted from a net exporter to a significant importer, contributing to a sharp increase in benchmark prices.

Against this backdrop, Greatland’s maiden resource positions O’Callaghans as a potentially strategic asset with exposure to both base metals and critical minerals markets.

Benchmarking of O’Callaghans MRE against global (ex-China, Russia and North Korea) tungsten deposits.

Large, high-confidence resource base The O’Callaghans resource is notable not only for its scale but also for its level of geological confidence.

Of the 70Mt total resource, more than 95% sits within the higher-confidence Indicated category, supported by about 71,000 metres of drilling across 184 holes at around 100-metre spacing.

Contained metal estimates include:

246,000 tonnes of WO₃ (tungsten trioxide) 207,000 tonnes of copper 371,000 tonnes of zinc 182,000 tonnes of lead The polymetallic nature of the deposit provides multiple potential revenue streams, with mineralisation hosted in a skarn system located about 300 metres below surface.

Schematic geological section of O’Callaghans deposit.

Leveraging proximity to Telfer A key advantage of the project is its location just 10 kilometres south of the Telfer processing hub, creating potential synergies with existing infrastructure.

While O’Callaghans is not currently the company’s primary focus, its proximity to Telfer could support development pathways that leverage established logistics, workforce and site infrastructure.

Historical work on the project includes a pre-feasibility study completed by a previous owner, which outlined a long-life underground mining operation with a dedicated processing plant and downstream tungsten refining capability.

Comparison with previous Mineral Resource estimates.

Portfolio diversification alongside gold-copper growth The O’Callaghans resource adds a new dimension to Greatland’s asset base at a time when the company is rapidly expanding its gold-copper inventory.

As outlined in the group update, Telfer’s resource has grown to 8.0Moz of gold, while the combined Telfer and Havieron inventory now stands at 14.9Moz of gold and 645,000 tonnes of copper, reinforcing the region’s potential as a long-life mining hub.

Within that broader context, O’Callaghans represents a complementary asset — one that provides optionality to diversify into critical minerals while maintaining a primary focus on gold and copper development.

Managing director Shaun Day said the deposit “presents latent value and optionality within Greatland’s portfolio, particularly in the strong prevailing tungsten market conditions”.

Next steps and optionality Greatland said its immediate priority remains advancing Telfer and the Havieron development, but the scale and quality of the O’Callaghans resource provide a clear basis for future evaluation.

The company is assessing pathways to demonstrate and enhance the project’s value, which could include further technical studies, partnerships or staged development options.

With strong underlying demand for critical minerals and tightening global supply, O’Callaghans adds a strategic lever to Greatland’s broader growth strategy in the Paterson Province.

Sona Nanotech Inc (CSE:SONA, OTCQB:SNANF) has announced the appointment of two oncologists, Michael Smylie and Jonathan Trites, to its scientific advisory board to support its ongoing clinical and research initiatives.

Dr Smylie is a medical oncologist at the Cross Cancer Institute in Edmonton and a clinical professor at the University of Alberta.

He is known for his work in melanoma research, including his involvement in the CheckMate 067 clinical trial. The study examined the effects of combination immunotherapy treatments for advanced melanoma and contributed to evolving standards of care, particularly in improving long-term survival outcomes.

Dr Trites is a head and neck oncologic and reconstructive surgeon based at the Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre in Halifax and serves as an associate professor at Dalhousie University.

His research has focused on surgical approaches for head and neck cancers, including the use of minimally invasive techniques. His published work includes findings on transoral laser microsurgery as a treatment option for certain advanced-stage cancers, as well as studies on various forms of squamous cell carcinoma.

Sona’s chief medical officer, Dr Carman Giacomantonio, said the two physicians bring significant clinical and research experience that will inform the company’s future clinical direction.

“The clinical course we are embarking upon is truly pioneering. Both Dr Trites and Dr Smylie have been pioneers throughout their careers in their respective fields, giving me and my team a tremendous amount confidence as we plan and begin to execute our clinical course going forward,” Giacomantonio said.

Active Energy Group PLC (AIM:AEG, OTCID:AEUSF) told investors that its digital infrastructure push in the UAE has moved a step forward after its subsidiary signed an agreement aimed at supporting licensing, power access and site development for crypto mining operations.

The AIM-listed company said Active Mining Group has entered into a services and facilitation agreement with the Private Office of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Ahmed bin Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, with Black Road Investment Group and affiliated companies acting as liaison partner.

The agreement supports the addition of a dedicated Abu Dhabi cryptocurrency mining licence, adding to Active Mining Group’s existing licences across the UAE.

It is also structured to help develop and aggregate an initial 50 MVA of capacity across multiple sites in the country, including sites owned or controlled by Black Road and its affiliates.

Active Energy said the framework will support engagement with federal and emirate-level authorities, utilities and infrastructure providers, alongside work to secure ultra-low-cost power capacity, land access and required approvals.

Chief executive Paul Elliott said the agreement strengthens the company’s ability to access and secure infrastructure at scale, adding that it provides “a clear pathway” toward Active Energy’s targeted 100 MVA deployment.

In London, Active Energy shares climbed 12.15%, changing hands at 0.12p each.

Shares in Flutter Entertainment PLC (LSE:FLTR, NYSE:FLUT), the world's largest online sports betting and gaming operator, fell 4% to 7,404p after the company reported a sharp drop in profits and trimmed its full-year guidance, overshadowing a stronger-than-expected revenue performance.

Net income fell 38% to $209 million in the first quarter, with earnings per share down 22% to $1.23, as costs from recent acquisitions and investment in its US prediction markets business weighed on the bottom line. Adjusted EBITDA rose just 2% to $631 million on revenues up 17% to $4.3 billion.

Full-year guidance was cut, with group revenue now expected at $18.3 billion and adjusted EBITDA at $2.865 billion, down from prior targets of $18.4 billion and $2.97 billion, respectively, reflecting unfavourable sports results and the costs of a new launch in Arkansas.

US revenues grew 6% to $1.76 billion, but sportsbook grew just 1% as Flutter continued to absorb the effects of customer losses that began in the fourth quarter of 2024. FanDuel's active player base was 6% lower year-on-year, though underlying trends improved through the quarter and returned to growth in March.

Flutter announced management changes alongside the results, with Dan Taylor appointed president of Flutter Entertainment with oversight of FanDuel, while Christian Genetski assumes day-to-day leadership of the US business following the departure of Amy Howe.

International revenues rose 27% to $2.54 billion, boosted by the Snai and Betnacional acquisitions, though organic revenue was flat year-on-year.

Chief executive Peter Jackson said the core fundamentals of the business remained strong and that Flutter had the right strategy and portfolio of brands to capitalise on long-term growth opportunities.

Flutter said it had commenced a review of its London Stock Exchange listing.

ArrowMark Colorado Holdings LLC boosted its position in shares of Eagle Materials Inc (NYSE: EXP) by 30.3% in the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 121,599 shares of the construction company's stock after buying an additional 28,262

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Cambiar Investors LLC bought a new position in shares of Eagle Materials Inc (NYSE:EXP – Free Report) during the 4th quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor bought 6,393 shares of the construction company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,321,000.

Several other institutional investors and hedge funds have also bought and sold shares of EXP. Baupost Group LLC MA boosted its stake in Eagle Materials by 39.0% during the third quarter. Baupost Group LLC MA now owns 939,660 shares of the construction company’s stock worth $218,978,000 after acquiring an additional 263,403 shares in the last quarter. MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. bought a new position in Eagle Materials during the third quarter worth $51,812,000. Bank of New York Mellon Corp boosted its stake in Eagle Materials by 61.1% during the third quarter. Bank of New York Mellon Corp now owns 500,474 shares of the construction company’s stock worth $116,630,000 after acquiring an additional 189,725 shares in the last quarter. Cartenna Capital LP bought a new position in Eagle Materials during the third quarter worth $29,480,000. Finally, Ameriprise Financial Inc. boosted its stake in Eagle Materials by 56.9% during the second quarter. Ameriprise Financial Inc. now owns 227,869 shares of the construction company’s stock worth $46,047,000 after acquiring an additional 82,679 shares in the last quarter. 96.07% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Several research analysts recently issued reports on EXP shares. Citigroup cut their target price on shares of Eagle Materials from $232.00 to $224.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research note on Tuesday, February 3rd. Truist Financial reissued a “hold” rating and set a $210.00 target price (down from $280.00) on shares of Eagle Materials in a research note on Friday, December 19th. Zacks Research raised shares of Eagle Materials from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Monday, March 23rd. Wall Street Zen raised shares of Eagle Materials from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Saturday, March 7th. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company cut their target price on shares of Eagle Materials from $251.00 to $241.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research note on Thursday, January 29th. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, ten have given a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the stock has an average rating of “Hold” and an average target price of $228.36.

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Eagle Materials Stock Up 0.1% Eagle Materials stock opened at $199.73 on Monday. Eagle Materials Inc has a 1-year low of $171.99 and a 1-year high of $243.64. The firm has a market capitalization of $6.28 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.12 and a beta of 1.39. The firm’s fifty day moving average price is $205.78 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $216.01. The company has a current ratio of 4.27, a quick ratio of 2.68 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.17.

Eagle Materials (NYSE:EXP – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, January 29th. The construction company reported $3.22 earnings per share for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $3.32 by ($0.10). Eagle Materials had a net margin of 18.70% and a return on equity of 28.96%. The business had revenue of $555.96 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $556.41 million. During the same period last year, the business posted $3.59 earnings per share. The firm’s quarterly revenue was down .4% on a year-over-year basis. On average, equities research analysts predict that Eagle Materials Inc will post 14.39 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Eagle Materials Dividend Announcement The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, April 13th. Shareholders of record on Monday, March 16th will be paid a $0.25 dividend. This represents a $1.00 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.5%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, March 16th. Eagle Materials’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 7.57%.

Eagle Materials Profile (Free Report)

Eagle Materials Inc (NYSE:EXP) is a Dallas, Texas–based manufacturer of building materials serving construction and heavy industry markets across the United States. The company’s primary products include portland and masonry cements, gypsum wallboard, lightweight aggregate, paperboard packaging, and roofing granules. These product lines support a wide range of end uses—from residential and commercial buildings to infrastructure projects and industrial applications.

Since its spin-off from a major homebuilding company in 2004, Eagle Materials has grown through targeted facility expansions and strategic acquisitions.

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Cwm LLC boosted its stake in shares of Eagle Materials Inc (NYSE:EXP – Free Report) by 533.1% during the 4th quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm owned 7,230 shares of the construction company’s stock after purchasing an additional 6,088 shares during the period. Cwm LLC’s holdings in Eagle Materials were worth $1,494,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.

Other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Versant Capital Management Inc grew its position in Eagle Materials by 130.9% during the 3rd quarter. Versant Capital Management Inc now owns 127 shares of the construction company’s stock worth $30,000 after purchasing an additional 72 shares during the period. Aster Capital Management DIFC Ltd acquired a new stake in shares of Eagle Materials during the 3rd quarter valued at about $30,000. Measured Wealth Private Client Group LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Eagle Materials during the 3rd quarter valued at about $34,000. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC grew its position in shares of Eagle Materials by 102.4% during the 2nd quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 172 shares of the construction company’s stock valued at $35,000 after acquiring an additional 87 shares during the period. Finally, Eastern Bank acquired a new stake in shares of Eagle Materials during the 3rd quarter valued at about $49,000. 96.07% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Analyst Ratings Changes A number of equities research analysts have recently commented on the company. JPMorgan Chase & Co. restated an “underweight” rating and set a $215.00 target price (down from $230.00) on shares of Eagle Materials in a research report on Monday, February 16th. Zacks Research upgraded Eagle Materials from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Monday, March 23rd. Stephens reaffirmed an “equal weight” rating and issued a $245.00 price target on shares of Eagle Materials in a research note on Tuesday, January 20th. DA Davidson decreased their price target on shares of Eagle Materials from $225.00 to $210.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research note on Monday, February 2nd. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company raised their price target on shares of Eagle Materials from $240.00 to $246.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Wednesday, April 15th. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, ten have assigned a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $228.82.

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Eagle Materials Stock Up 0.1% Shares of NYSE EXP opened at $208.91 on Monday. The company has a 50 day simple moving average of $201.19 and a 200-day simple moving average of $213.89. The company has a market capitalization of $6.57 billion, a P/E ratio of 15.81 and a beta of 1.39. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.17, a current ratio of 4.27 and a quick ratio of 2.68. Eagle Materials Inc has a 1 year low of $171.99 and a 1 year high of $243.64.

Eagle Materials (NYSE:EXP – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, January 29th. The construction company reported $3.22 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $3.32 by ($0.10). The firm had revenue of $555.96 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $556.41 million. Eagle Materials had a return on equity of 28.96% and a net margin of 18.70%.The firm’s quarterly revenue was down .4% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business earned $3.59 EPS. On average, equities research analysts predict that Eagle Materials Inc will post 12.74 earnings per share for the current year.

Eagle Materials Dividend Announcement The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, April 13th. Stockholders of record on Monday, March 16th were issued a dividend of $0.25 per share. The ex-dividend date was Monday, March 16th. This represents a $1.00 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.5%. Eagle Materials’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 7.57%.

About Eagle Materials (Free Report)

Eagle Materials Inc (NYSE:EXP) is a Dallas, Texas–based manufacturer of building materials serving construction and heavy industry markets across the United States. The company’s primary products include portland and masonry cements, gypsum wallboard, lightweight aggregate, paperboard packaging, and roofing granules. These product lines support a wide range of end uses—from residential and commercial buildings to infrastructure projects and industrial applications.

Since its spin-off from a major homebuilding company in 2004, Eagle Materials has grown through targeted facility expansions and strategic acquisitions.

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Wall Street expects a year-over-year decline in earnings on lower revenues when Eagle Materials (EXP - Free Report) reports results for the quarter ended March 2026. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.

The earnings report, which is expected to be released on May 19, might help the stock move higher if these key numbers are better than expectations. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call, it's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis maker of gypsum wallboard and cement is expected to post quarterly earnings of $1.47 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -29.3%.

Revenues are expected to be $456.22 million, down 3% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.95% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core.

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Eagle Materials?For Eagle Materials, the Most Accurate Estimate is higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bullish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of +1.71%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #4.

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Eagle Materials will beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?While calculating estimates for a company's future earnings, analysts often consider to what extent it has been able to match past consensus estimates. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Eagle Materials would post earnings of $3.32 per share when it actually produced earnings of $3.22, delivering a surprise of -3.01%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates just once.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

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Eagle Materials doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

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Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE:EXP) will release earnings for its fourth quarter before the opening bell on Tuesday, May 19.

Analysts expect the Dallas, Texas-based company to report quarterly earnings of $1.54 per share, down from $2.00 per share in the year-ago period. The consensus estimate for Eagle Materials' quarterly revenue is $451.98 million (it reported $470.18 million last year), according to Benzinga Pro.

On Feb. 10, Eagle Materials declared a quarterly cash dividend of 25 cents per share.

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Eagle Materials (EXP - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.91 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.47 per share. This compares to earnings of $2.08 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.

This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +30.38%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this maker of gypsum wallboard and cement would post earnings of $3.32 per share when it actually produced earnings of $3.22, delivering a surprise of -3.01%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates two times.

Eagle Materials, which belongs to the Zacks Building Products - Concrete and Aggregates industry, posted revenues of $479.11 million for the quarter ended March 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 5.02%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $470.17 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates four times over the last four quarters.

The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.

Eagle Materials shares have lost about 4.9% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 8.1%.

What's Next for Eagle Materials?While Eagle Materials has underperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?

There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.

Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.

Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Eagle Materials was unfavorable. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to underperform the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $3.19 on $613.32 million in revenues for the coming quarter and $12.45 on $2.33 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.

Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Building Products - Concrete and Aggregates is currently in the bottom 37% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.

Another stock from the broader Zacks Construction sector, Argan (AGX - Free Report) , has yet to report results for the quarter ended April 2026.

This builder of energy plants is expected to post quarterly earnings of $2.27 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +41.9%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.

Argan's revenues are expected to be $252.51 million, up 30.4% from the year-ago quarter.

Eagle Materials Inc. (EXP) Q4 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Willing and Abel: Berkshire's New CEO Makes Huge Portfolio Changes in Q1Eagle Materials NYSE: EXP reported record revenue for fiscal 2026 as strength in cement and aggregates offset continued softness in wallboard tied to residential construction headwinds.

President and Chief Executive Officer Michael Haack told investors that the company delivered “another year of solid execution” despite “unusually high uncertainty in the economic environment.” Annual revenue rose to $2.3 billion, marking the company’s fifth consecutive year of record revenue, while earnings per share totaled $13.16. Eagle also returned more than $400 million to shareholders during the year.

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3 Sectors to Buy While They're Down and 1 to Walk Away FromChief Financial Officer Craig Kesler said fiscal 2026 revenue increased 2% from the prior year, while fourth-quarter revenue also rose 2% to a record $479 million. The gains were driven by higher cement sales volume and contributions from two acquired aggregates businesses, partially offset by lower wallboard sales volume and pricing.

Annual earnings per share declined 4%, reflecting lower net earnings, primarily from reduced wallboard sales volume and pricing. That impact was partially offset by a 5% reduction in fully diluted shares due to the company’s share repurchase program, Kesler said.

Heavy Materials Benefited From Infrastructure and Data Centers Eagle Materials Stock is Dipping, Results Say Not for LongEagle’s Heavy Materials sector, which includes Cement and Concrete and Aggregates, posted a 10% revenue increase for the year. Kesler said the increase was driven primarily by an 8% rise in cement sales volume and a 19% increase in Concrete and Aggregates revenue.

Aggregates sales volume reached a record 6.6 million tons, up 70% year over year, reflecting contributions from acquired operations. Organic aggregates volume increased 24%, which Kesler said underscored “healthy underlying demand.”

Management attributed volume strength to public infrastructure spending and certain private non-residential construction categories, particularly data centers. Kesler said data centers were “certainly a large contributor” to improvement and added that in many Eagle markets, development is still in early stages, including soil stabilization work.

Haack said infrastructure and cement-intensive non-residential construction are tightening several regional markets. He cited federal infrastructure spending still to come under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, strong state infrastructure budgets and data center projects across the company’s footprint as factors supporting a favorable Heavy Materials volume outlook.

In response to analyst questions about cement pricing, Kesler said Eagle implemented April 1 price increases in most cement markets, though some Western and Southern markets did not have increases. He noted that higher freight costs would offset some pricing benefits on a net basis.

Wallboard Remained Pressured by Housing Softness In Eagle’s Light Materials sector, annual revenue fell 9% to $881 million. Kesler said the decline reflected lower wallboard and recycled paperboard sales volume and a 4% decrease in wallboard sales prices, tied to continued softness in residential construction. Operating earnings in the sector declined 15% to $331 million.

Haack said the near-term housing outlook continues to face affordability headwinds, particularly the need for mortgage rate relief to encourage home inventory turnover and normalize new home construction activity. However, he said wallboard sales volumes have remained steady from a historical perspective, and management has seen “relative price stability” given broader industry supply constraints and raw material challenges.

Kesler said Eagle has a June 1 wallboard price increase in the market, driven in part by rising transportation costs. He explained that Eagle prices wallboard on a delivered basis, meaning the company is responsible for the freight bill. Sequentially, he said freight costs increased by roughly $2 to $3, affecting the company’s net sales price.

Asked about current wallboard trends, Kesler said the near-term housing outlook remains unclear, but that over a longer period, the U.S. needs to build significantly more homes. He said management sees long-term upside in wallboard volume, pricing and margins.

Major Plant Modernizations Continue Haack highlighted two major modernization projects as central to Eagle’s long-term strategy. The Mountain Cement plant modernization in Laramie, Wyoming, is approximately 60% complete, with commissioning of the new kiln line expected to begin in late calendar 2026. Construction on the Duke, Oklahoma, wallboard plant is approximately 30% complete, with commissioning of the new wallboard line expected in the second half of calendar 2027.

Management said the projects are expected to lower cost structures, improve reliability, expand plant capacity and increase production flexibility across Eagle’s network. Kesler said the Mountain Cement project should reduce operating costs primarily through energy savings and a more fuel-efficient facility, while Duke is expected to provide similar benefits.

Kesler said capital expenditures totaled $417 million in fiscal 2026, driven mainly by the Mountain Cement and Duke projects. For fiscal 2027, Eagle expects capital expenditures of $490 million to $525 million, with spending expected to peak during the year. He said sustaining capital needs are roughly $150 million annually after the major projects are completed, though fiscal 2028 spending is expected to remain higher, around $250 million, as Duke is finished.

When asked about expected returns from the Mountain Cement and Duke projects, Kesler said Eagle targets a “double-digit type of return” on investments of this nature, with benefits becoming more visible by fiscal 2029 after both projects are completed and available to run.

Cash Flow, Buybacks and Balance Sheet Eagle generated operating cash flow of $614 million in fiscal 2026, up 12% from the prior year. The company returned $414 million to shareholders through quarterly dividends and the repurchase of approximately 1.7 million shares for $382 million. Eagle ended the year with approximately 2.9 million shares remaining under its current repurchase authorization.

Kesler said the company strengthened its balance sheet during the year by issuing $750 million of 10-year senior notes at a 5% interest rate. Proceeds were used in part to repay borrowings under Eagle’s bank credit facility. As of March 31, 2026, the company’s net debt-to-capital ratio was 50%, and net debt-to-EBITDA leverage was 1.9 times.

Eagle ended the quarter with $298 million of cash on hand and approximately $1 billion of total committed liquidity. Kesler said the company has no significant near-term debt maturities, which he said positions it to continue investing while maintaining financial flexibility.

Management Emphasizes Long-Term Demand Drivers Haack said Eagle remains focused on a “through-the-cycle view” rather than near-term volatility. He said the company’s products are essential to infrastructure, schools, hospitals and homes, and that demand for core products remains below prior peak levels even as the U.S. population has grown and existing housing and infrastructure have aged.

He also emphasized the importance of raw material reserves, saying Eagle maintains more than 50 years on average of quarried reserves at each plant through land investments. Haack said controlling limestone, gypsum and rock near company plants provides a cost and supply advantage, particularly during cost spikes and supply chain disruptions.

On capital allocation, Haack said Eagle will continue to prioritize growth investments that meet return criteria, maintaining assets in “like-new condition” and returning cash to shareholders. He said that approach has been the company’s hallmark for the past decade and will remain central to its strategy.

About Eagle Materials NYSE: EXPEagle Materials Inc NYSE: EXP is a Dallas, Texas–based manufacturer of building materials serving construction and heavy industry markets across the United States. The company's primary products include portland and masonry cements, gypsum wallboard, lightweight aggregate, paperboard packaging, and roofing granules. These product lines support a wide range of end uses—from residential and commercial buildings to infrastructure projects and industrial applications.

Since its spin-off from a major homebuilding company in 2004, Eagle Materials has grown through targeted facility expansions and strategic acquisitions.

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Eagle Materials (EXP - Free Report) could be a solid addition to your portfolio given its recent upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). This rating change essentially reflects an upward trend in earnings estimates -- one of the most powerful forces impacting stock prices.

The sole determinant of the Zacks rating is a company's changing earnings picture. The Zacks Consensus Estimate -- the consensus of EPS estimates from the sell-side analysts covering the stock -- for the current and following years is tracked by the system.

Since a changing earnings picture is a powerful factor influencing near-term stock price movements, the Zacks rating system is very useful for individual investors. They may find it difficult to make decisions based on rating upgrades by Wall Street analysts, as these are mostly driven by subjective factors that are hard to see and measure in real time.

As such, the Zacks rating upgrade for Eagle Materials is essentially a positive comment on its earnings outlook that could have a favorable impact on its stock price.

Most Powerful Force Impacting Stock PricesThe change in a company's future earnings potential, as reflected in earnings estimate revisions, has proven to be strongly correlated with the near-term price movement of its stock. The influence of institutional investors has a partial contribution to this relationship, as these big professionals use earnings and earnings estimates to calculate the fair value of a company's shares. An increase or decrease in earnings estimates in their valuation models simply results in higher or lower fair value for a stock, and institutional investors typically buy or sell it. Their bulk investment action then leads to price movement for the stock.

Fundamentally speaking, rising earnings estimates and the consequent rating upgrade for Eagle Materials imply an improvement in the company's underlying business. Investors should show their appreciation for this improving business trend by pushing the stock higher.

Harnessing the Power of Earnings Estimate RevisionsAs empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock movements, tracking such revisions for making an investment decision could be truly rewarding. Here is where the tried-and-tested Zacks Rank stock-rating system plays an important role, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions.

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Earnings Estimate Revisions for Eagle MaterialsThis maker of gypsum wallboard and cement is expected to earn $13.02 per share for the fiscal year ending March 2027, which represents no year-over-year change.

Analysts have been steadily raising their estimates for Eagle Materials. Over the past three months, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the company has increased 3.7%.

Bottom LineUnlike the overly optimistic Wall Street analysts whose rating systems tend to be weighted toward favorable recommendations, the Zacks rating system maintains an equal proportion of "buy" and "sell" ratings for its entire universe of more than 4,000 stocks at any point in time. Irrespective of market conditions, only the top 5% of the Zacks-covered stocks get a "Strong Buy" rating and the next 15% get a "Buy" rating. So, the placement of a stock in the top 20% of the Zacks-covered stocks indicates its superior earnings estimate revision feature, making it a solid candidate for producing market-beating returns in the near term.

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The upgrade of Eagle Materials to a Zacks Rank #2 positions it in the top 20% of the Zacks-covered stocks in terms of estimate revisions, implying that the stock might move higher in the near term.

Algert Global LLC lowered its position in shares of Valley National Bancorp (NASDAQ: VLY) by 46.0% in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 836,872 shares of the company's stock after selling 711,748 shares during the quarter. Algert Global LLC owned

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JPMorgan Chase & Co. trimmed its holdings in shares of Valley National Bancorp (NASDAQ:VLY – Free Report) by 7.2% in the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 868,747 shares of the company’s stock after selling 66,961 shares during the period. JPMorgan Chase & Co. owned approximately 0.16% of Valley National Bancorp worth $9,209,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.

Other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently made changes to their positions in the company. Smartleaf Asset Management LLC lifted its position in Valley National Bancorp by 77.4% during the third quarter. Smartleaf Asset Management LLC now owns 4,574 shares of the company’s stock valued at $48,000 after purchasing an additional 1,996 shares during the period. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC raised its stake in shares of Valley National Bancorp by 244.7% during the 2nd quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 5,884 shares of the company’s stock valued at $53,000 after buying an additional 4,177 shares during the last quarter. Danske Bank A S purchased a new position in shares of Valley National Bancorp during the 3rd quarter valued at about $55,000. Vident Advisory LLC acquired a new position in shares of Valley National Bancorp in the 2nd quarter valued at about $93,000. Finally, Blueshift Asset Management LLC acquired a new position in shares of Valley National Bancorp in the 2nd quarter valued at about $96,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 61.00% of the company’s stock.

Analysts Set New Price Targets Several analysts recently commented on the company. Raymond James Financial raised Valley National Bancorp from a “market perform” rating to a “strong-buy” rating and set a $15.00 target price on the stock in a report on Friday, January 30th. Barclays upped their price objective on Valley National Bancorp from $13.00 to $14.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a research report on Friday, January 30th. Royal Bank Of Canada lifted their target price on shares of Valley National Bancorp from $13.00 to $14.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a report on Friday, January 30th. UBS Group began coverage on shares of Valley National Bancorp in a research note on Monday, December 15th. They issued a “buy” rating and a $15.00 target price for the company. Finally, Weiss Ratings raised shares of Valley National Bancorp from a “hold (c+)” rating to a “buy (b-)” rating in a report on Friday, February 6th. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have issued a Buy rating and three have given a Hold rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $14.64.

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Insider Transactions at Valley National Bancorp In related news, Director Carlos J. Vazquez bought 2,500 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, February 17th. The shares were acquired at an average price of $13.45 per share, for a total transaction of $33,625.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the director directly owned 4,252 shares in the company, valued at $57,189.40. This trade represents a 142.69% increase in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this link. 1.43% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.

Valley National Bancorp Price Performance Valley National Bancorp stock opened at $11.95 on Monday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.40, a current ratio of 0.97 and a quick ratio of 0.97. The stock has a market capitalization of $6.64 billion, a PE ratio of 11.83 and a beta of 1.07. The business has a 50 day simple moving average of $12.59 and a 200-day simple moving average of $11.66. Valley National Bancorp has a 12 month low of $7.48 and a 12 month high of $13.87.

Valley National Bancorp (NASDAQ:VLY – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, January 29th. The company reported $0.31 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.29 by $0.02. Valley National Bancorp had a return on equity of 7.92% and a net margin of 17.11%.The firm had revenue of $1.01 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $524.31 million. During the same quarter last year, the firm posted $0.13 EPS. The business’s revenue was up 14.1% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts anticipate that Valley National Bancorp will post 0.99 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Valley National Bancorp Announces Dividend The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Wednesday, April 1st. Shareholders of record on Friday, March 13th will be issued a dividend of $0.11 per share. This represents a $0.44 annualized dividend and a yield of 3.7%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, March 13th. Valley National Bancorp’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 43.56%.

Valley National Bancorp Company Profile (Free Report)

Valley National Bancorp (NASDAQ: VLY) is a regional bank holding company headquartered in Wayne, New Jersey, offering a comprehensive suite of commercial and consumer banking products and services. Through its banking subsidiary, Valley National Bank, the company provides deposit accounts, residential and commercial lending, mortgage services, treasury and cash management, foreign exchange and trade finance solutions. Complementary wealth management and insurance offerings round out its financial services platform, catering to individual, small-business and corporate clients.

Tracing its roots to the establishment of Wayne National Bank in 1927, Valley has grown into one of the largest banks in New Jersey by both assets and deposit share.

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MELBOURNE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Valley National Bank celebrated the grand opening of its Melbourne, Florida branch on Tuesday, March 31.

Valley National (VLY - Free Report) is expected to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended March 2026. This widely-known consensus outlook gives a good sense of the company's earnings picture, but how the actual results compare to these estimates is a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price.

The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on April 23. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call will mostly determine the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations, it's worth having a handicapping insight into the odds of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis holding company for Valley National Bank is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.28 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +55.6%.

Revenues are expected to be $530.39 million, up 10.6% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.44% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts may not always get reflected in the aggregate change.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. This insight is at the core of our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction).

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Valley National?For Valley National, the Most Accurate Estimate is lower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bearish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of -1.20%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #3.

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Valley National will beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Valley National would post earnings of $0.29 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.31, delivering a surprise of +6.90%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates three times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Valley National doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

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Analysts on Wall Street project that Valley National (VLY - Free Report) will announce quarterly earnings of $0.28 per share in its forthcoming report, representing an increase of 55.6% year over year. Revenues are projected to reach $529.95 million, increasing 10.5% from the same quarter last year.

Over the last 30 days, there has been an upward revision of 0.3% in the consensus EPS estimate for the quarter, leading to its current level. This signifies the covering analysts' collective reconsideration of their initial forecasts over the course of this timeframe.

Before a company announces its earnings, it is essential to take into account any changes made to earnings estimates. This is a valuable factor in predicting the potential reactions of investors toward the stock. Empirical research has consistently shown a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and the short-term price performance of a stock.

While it's common for investors to rely on consensus earnings and revenue estimates for assessing how the business may have performed during the quarter, exploring analysts' forecasts for key metrics can yield valuable insights.

In light of this perspective, let's dive into the average estimates of certain Valley National metrics that are commonly tracked and forecasted by Wall Street analysts.

The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Efficiency Ratio' of 55.4%. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported 55.9% in the same quarter of the previous year.

According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Average Balance - Total interest earning assets' should come in at $59.58 billion. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $56.89 billion.

The consensus among analysts is that 'Total non-accrual loans' will reach $431.77 million. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $346.45 million.

It is projected by analysts that the 'Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio' will reach 11.7%. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported 11.5% in the same quarter of the previous year.

The average prediction of analysts places 'Total Non-performing Assets' at $437.35 million. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $356.22 million in the same quarter of the previous year.

Analysts predict that the 'Total risk-based capital ratio' will reach 13.8%. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported 13.9% in the same quarter of the previous year.

Analysts expect 'Net interest income - FTE' to come in at $462.83 million. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $421.38 million.

The consensus estimate for 'Total non-interest Income' stands at $67.12 million. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported $58.29 million in the same quarter last year.

Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'Insurance commissions' should arrive at $3.55 million. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $3.40 million in the same quarter of the previous year.

Analysts' assessment points toward 'Bank owned life insurance' reaching $4.79 million. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $4.78 million in the same quarter of the previous year.

Analysts forecast 'Wealth management and trust fees' to reach $16.75 million. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $15.03 million in the same quarter of the previous year.

The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Service charges on deposit accounts' will likely reach $16.65 million. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $12.73 million in the same quarter of the previous year.

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Shares of Valley National have demonstrated returns of +9.2% over the past month compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +8.6% change. With a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), VLY is expected to mirror the overall market performance in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .

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