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James Hardie IndustriesASX:JHX +4.41%70 EV-to-FCF is 93.71 as of Jul. 15, 2026, which is 22% above its 10-year median of 76.57. GuruFocus rates ASX:JHX with a GF Score™ of 70/100. The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 274 Building Materials companies, James Hardie Industries ranks worse than 90.15% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, James Hardie Industries's Enterprise Value is A$28,025 Mil.
James Hardie Industries's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was A$299 Mil. Therefore, James Hardie Industries's EV-to-FCF for today is 93.71.
The historical rank and industry rank for James Hardie Industries's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
ASX:JHX'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 25.02 Med: 76.57 Max: 99.95
Current: 97.49
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of James Hardie Industries was 99.95. The lowest was 25.02. And the median was 76.57.
ASX:JHX's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 90.15% of 274
companies
in the Building Materials industry
Industry Median: 18.795
vs ASX:JHX: 97.49
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
James Hardie Industries (ASX:JHX) EV-to-FCF Explanation
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
James Hardie Industries's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
James Hardie Industries's share price for today is A$37.15.
James Hardie Industries's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was A$0.330.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Building Materials subindustry, James Hardie Industries's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
James Hardie Industries EV-to-FCF vs Building Materials Industry
For the Building Materials industry and Basic Materials sector, James Hardie Industries's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where James Hardie Industries's EV-to-FCF falls into.
James Hardie Industries's current Enterprise Value is A$28,025 Mil.
James Hardie Industries's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was A$299 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
James Hardie Industries (ASX:JHX) has a EV-to-FCF of 93.71 as of Jul. 15, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on James Hardie Industries and its competitors. This is 22% above median its historical median of 76.57. Over the past decade, James Hardie Industries' EV-to-FCF has ranged from 25.02 to 99.95. According to the industry distribution chart, James Hardie Industries ranks #247 out of 274 companies in the Building Materials industry, placing it in the top 90.1%.
Is James Hardie Industries' EV-to-FCF too high?
James Hardie Industries' current EV-to-FCF of 93.71 is 22% above median its 10-year median of 76.57. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 25.02 to a high of 99.95. The Building Materials industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.80. James Hardie Industries' value of 93.71 is 398.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, James Hardie Industries ranks #247 out of 274 companies in the Building Materials industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, James Hardie Industries has a GF Score™ of 70/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does James Hardie Industries' EV-to-FCF compare to EXP and KNF?
According to the Building Materials industry distribution chart, James Hardie Industries ranks #247 out of 274 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places James Hardie Industries in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.80. James Hardie Industries' value of 93.71 is 398.6% above this benchmark. Historically, James Hardie Industries' own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 25.02 to 99.95 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 76.57 vs. the industry median of 18.80, James Hardie Industries has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for a Building Materials company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Building Materials companies is 18.80, based on 274 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. James Hardie Industries's current EV-to-FCF of 93.71 is 398.6% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on James Hardie Industries and its competitors. For the Building Materials industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.80 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. James Hardie Industries's current EV-to-FCF is 93.71, which is 22% above median its own 10-year median of 76.57. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is James Hardie Industries stock overvalued right now?
James Hardie Industries (ASX:JHX) has a current EV-to-FCF of 93.71. The current EV-to-FCF is 93.71, which is 22% above median its 10-year median of 76.57 and 398.6% above the Building Materials industry median of 18.80. James Hardie Industries' overall GF Score™ is 70/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For James Hardie Industries (ASX:JHX), the current EV-to-FCF is 93.71 as of Jul. 15, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
James Hardie is a manufacturer of fiber cement-based building products, selling primarily to the residential construction industry. North America is the primary geography, generating about 80% of group earnings. Here, it is the largest manufacturer of fiber cement, which is mainly used for exterior siding on houses. Following the Azek acquisition in 2025, it also produces wooden composite decking materials, siding trims, and accessories for outdoor areas including stair and deck railing. Businesses in Australia, New Zealand, and Europe, make up the rest of earnings.
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