James Hardie Industries plc (JHX) Earnings History
Earnings Pressure26 years of earnings data (2001–2026) · 5-year EPS trend is negative
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James Hardie Industries plc (JHX) Earnings Overview
As of June 23, 2026, James Hardie Industries plc (JHX) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $104M, reflecting -80.6% year-over-year growth. The company earned $0.19 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 2.2%.
Looking at the long-term picture, JHX's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -20.3%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $604M in fiscal 2012.
James Hardie Industries plc maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 35.8%, operating margin of 9.3%, and net margin of 2.2%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including MAS ($837M net income, 10.7% margin), TREX ($191M net income, 16.2% margin), IBP ($255M net income, 8.9% margin), JHX has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare JHX vs MAS →
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JHX Historical Earnings Data (2001–2026)
26 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $104M | -75.5% | $448M | $0.19 | 2.2% | 9.3% |
| 2025 | $424M | -16.9% | $656M | $0.98 | 10.9% | 16.9% |
| 2024 | $510M | -0.4% | $767M | $1.16 | 13.0% | 19.5% |
| 2023 | $512M | +11.5% | $741M | $1.15 | 13.6% | 19.6% |
| 2022 | $459M | +74.7% | $683M | $1.03 | 12.7% | 18.9% |
| 2021 | $263M | +8.8% | $473M | $0.59 | 9.0% | 16.3% |
| 2020 | $242M | +5.6% | $343M | $0.54 | 9.3% | 13.1% |
| 2019 | $229M | +56.6% | $352M | $0.52 | 9.1% | 14.0% |
| 2018 | $146M | -47.2% | $229M | $0.33 | 7.1% | 11.2% |
| 2017 | $277M | +13.1% | $393M | $0.62 | 14.4% | 20.5% |
| 2016 | $244M | -16.1% | $354M | $0.55 | 14.1% | 20.5% |
| 2015 | $291M | +192.8% | $335M | $0.65 | 17.6% | 20.2% |
| 2014 | $100M | +118.7% | $53M | $0.22 | 6.7% | 3.6% |
| 2013 | $46M | -92.5% | $30M | $0.10 | 3.4% | 2.2% |
| 2012 | $604M | +274.1% | $156M | $1.38 | 48.8% | 12.6% |
| 2011 | -$347M | -308.7% | $105M | $-0.80 | -29.7% | 9.0% |
| 2010 | -$85M | -162.3% | -$21M | $-0.20 | -7.5% | -1.9% |
| 2009 | $136M | +290.4% | $174M | $0.31 | 11.3% | 14.4% |
| 2008 | -$72M | -147.2% | -$37M | $-0.16 | -4.9% | -2.5% |
| 2007 | $152M | +129.9% | -$87M | $0.33 | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 2006 | -$507M | -499.3% | -$43M | $-1.10 | -34.0% | -2.9% |
| 2005 | $127M | -2.1% | $196M | $0.28 | 10.5% | 16.2% |
| 2004 | $130M | -24.0% | $172M | $0.28 | 13.2% | 17.5% |
| 2003 | $171M | +481.9% | $132M | $0.37 | 21.2% | 16.4% |
| 2002 | $29M | -24.1% | $47M | $0.07 | 4.8% | 7.7% |
| 2001 | $39M | - | $41M | $0.09 | 7.3% | 7.7% |
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JHX — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying JHX stock.
What is JHX earnings per share (EPS)?
JHX trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $0.19, reflecting -80.6% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is -20.3%. Complete EPS history from 2001 to 2026 is available in the table on this page.
What is James Hardie Industries plc's net income?
James Hardie Industries plc (JHX) trailing twelve-month net income is $104M as of 2026. Earnings declined -80.6% year-over-year. James Hardie Industries plc has been profitable for 15 consecutive years.
Is JHX profitable?
Yes, JHX is profitable with a TTM net income of $104M and a net profit margin of +2.2%. James Hardie Industries plc has generated profits for 15 consecutive years.
What is JHX's earnings growth rate?
JHX compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -80.6%, 3-Year: -45.1%, 5-Year: -20.3%, 10-Year: -10.1%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 2001 to 2026.
What are JHX's profit margins?
James Hardie Industries plc net profit margin is +2.2%, operating margin is +9.3%, and gross margin is +35.8%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is +2.4%.
Is JHX growing earnings?
JHX earnings are declining — EPS fell -80.6% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $104M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of -20.3%.
What was JHX's best earnings year?
James Hardie Industries plc's highest annual net income on record is $604M, achieved in fiscal year 2012. Earnings history on this page spans 2001 to 2026 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were JHX's earnings last quarter?
JHX's most recent reported quarter was Q4 2026. Net income was $29M with diluted EPS of $0.05. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.