JHX (James Hardie Industries) Research & Development: $61 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


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What is James Hardie Industries Research & Development?

James Hardie Industries JHX +1.83% 46 Research & Development is $61 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates JHX with a GF Score™ of 46/100. The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. James Hardie Industries's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $16 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $61 Mil.

James Hardie Industries  (NYSE:JHX) Research & Development Explanation

If competitive advantage is created by a patent or tech advantage, at some point it will disappear.

High R&D usually dictates high SG&A which threatens the competitive advantage.

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James Hardie Industries Research & Development Historical Data

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James Hardie Industries Research & Development Chart

James Hardie Industries Annual Data
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James Hardie Industries Quarterly Data
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James Hardie Industries Research & Development Calculation

This is the expense the company spent on research and development.

Research & Development 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 $61 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Research & Development →
What does a Research & Development of $61 Mil mean?
James Hardie Industries (JHX) has a Research & Development of $61 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on James Hardie Industries and its competitors.
Is James Hardie Industries' Research & Development too high?
James Hardie Industries' current Research & Development is $61 Mil. Overall, James Hardie Industries has a GF Score™ of 46/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does James Hardie Industries' Research & Development compare to EXP and KNF?
James Hardie Industries' Research & Development of $61 Mil can be compared against companies in the Building Materials industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Research & Development for a Building Materials company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Building Materials industry context. However, Research & Development should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Research & Development mean?
A high Research & Development can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on James Hardie Industries and its competitors. James Hardie Industries's current Research & Development is $61 Mil. 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 (JHX) has a current Research & Development of $61 Mil. The current Research & Development is $61 Mil. James Hardie Industries' overall GF Score™ is 46/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Research & Development calculated?
Research & Development is calculated from a company's financial statements. For James Hardie Industries (JHX), the current Research & Development is $61 Mil as of Mar. 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 Industries Business Description

Address Upper Hatch Street, 1st Floor, Block A, One Park Place, Dublin, IRL, D02 FD79
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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