Shares rose 3.9% as James Hardie reported adjusted EBITDA and sales above expectations, driven by steady demand and successful integration synergies, which appear to have alleviated investor concerns about the challenging construction market.
- Q4 net sales of $1.4 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $381 million surpassed expectations with a 27.1% EBITDA margin.
- Full fiscal year net sales reached $4.8 billion, with adjusted EBITDA at $1.3 billion and a healthy margin of 26.2%.
- Despite organic sales decline in fiber cement, management expresses confidence in growth for fiscal 27, supported by strong brands and sales force.
- Cost management and productivity improvements via the Hardie Operating System helped maintain margins despite volume pressures.
- Commercial synergy momentum continues post-acquisition, with early wins like expanded relationships with Lansing Building Products and CDUSA driving confidence in $125 million run-rate synergies.
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