James Hardie Industries plc (NYSE:JHX) stock surged premarket after revealing preliminary second-quarter FY26 results. The company projects net sales of $1.29 billion to $1.30 billion and adjusted EPS of 26 cents to 27 cents (vs. 16 cents consensus). Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be $326 million-$331 million with net income of $151 million-$157 million.

CEO Aaron Erter noted that Siding & Trim sales exceeded expectations, with only a slight decline in organic net sales year over year. Despite challenges in single-family housing, customer demand and product availability showcase the brand’s strength. The integration and synergy plans with The AZEK Company are progressing well.

In March, James Hardie acquired The AZEK Company for $8.75 billion. The company plans to release its second-quarter results on November 18, 2025. JHX shares are up 14.43% at $23.00 premarket.

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