On Oct 13, CRH shares fell 1.12%, trailing the S&P 500. The decline followed an 8.91% drop in the company’s share price over the past month, while the construction sector fell 3.59%. Analysts had raised earnings estimates on that date, indicating a more positive outlook for the business. The company’s forthcoming earnings release is expected to report a slight EPS decline of 0.45% versus the prior quarter, but revenue is projected to rise 4.83%. These mixed signals suggest a mild headwind for the stock.
CRH PLC is a global provider of building materials and solutions, operating across the Americas and internationally. The company's core business involves supplying essential materials like aggregates, cement, and concrete, alongside value-added products for construction and infrastructure projects. CRH caters to diverse markets, including public infrastructure, commercial and residential buildings, and critical utility networks. Its offerings encompass a wide range of solutions, from precast concrete elements to engineered anchoring systems and outdoor living products. Founded in 1936 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, CRH provides essential building solutions worldwide.
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CRH|Fundamentals
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Bullish
Overall: Bullish
✓Revenue growing year over year
✓Positive net margin
✓Positive operating cash flow
Gross Margin
36.1%
Gross profit as a share of revenue: what's left after the direct cost of producing what's sold.
Net Margin
10.0%
Net income as a share of revenue: what's left for shareholders after every expense.
Revenue CAGR
6.4%
Compound annual growth rate of revenue across the fiscal years on file.
Current Ratio
1.74x
Current assets divided by current liabilities: the ability to cover obligations due within a year. Above 1.5x is comfortable, below 1x is a warning sign.
Debt / Equity
0.73x
Total interest-bearing debt divided by shareholder equity: how leveraged the balance sheet is.
Return on Equity
15.6%
Net income divided by shareholder equity: how efficiently the company turns equity capital into profit.
CRH|Earnings Snapshot
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Earnings Summary
CRH PLC is a global provider of building materials and solutions, operating across the Americas and internationally, supplying aggregates, cement, concrete and value‑added products for construction and infrastructure projects. The company operates within the Basic Materials sector, specifically the Building Materials industry, and has a long history dating back to 1936. In Q4 2024, CRH reported EPS of $1.18 versus an estimate of $1.42, and revenue of $8.87 billion, slightly below the $8.96 billion estimate. In Q4 2025, EPS came in at $1.52 against an estimate of $1.54, while revenue of $9.42 billion was marginally above the $9.56 billion estimate. The most recent Q2 2026 earnings showed EPS of $2.21 versus an estimate of $2.45, with revenue of $10.78 billion versus an estimate of $10.76 billion, indicating a small upside in revenue but a modest miss in EPS. Across the last four quarters, CRH has consistently met or narrowly missed analyst expectations, with EPS generally trailing estimates by a few cents and revenue either matching or slightly exceeding forecasts. Historically, the company has maintained a steady YoY revenue growth trajectory, with revenue increasing from $8.87 billion in Q4 2024 to $10.78 billion in Q2 2026, a 21% rise, while EPS growth has been more volatile, reflecting margin pressures. Recent news highlights the acquisition of NCC Industry’s operations in Denmark and Finland on October 7, expanding CRH’s aggregates footprint and reinforcing its strategy to capture infrastructure‑heavy markets; this development may support future revenue growth.
CRH is on the weaker side of its setup, with little confirmation for a reversal yet. Sector peers are worth watching - large caps in Basic Materials tend to move together on rotation.
Reverse DCF
What growth is priced into CRH?
RICH
At today's price, CRH PLC needs to grow free cash flow about 11.8% a year for the next 10 years to justify its valuation at a 8.73% cost of capital. Over its actual history it has compounded free cash flow at 4.3% a year, so the market is asking for 7.5 percentage points above its own delivered rate. On that basis CRH looks priced above what its own growth record supports.
Implied FCF growth
11.8%
Historical FCF CAGR
4.3%
Growth gap
+7.5 pts
Verdict
RICH
Discount rate (WACC)
8.73%
Beta
1.03
Behaviour On Record
What CRH's own history says about today's numbers
3years766 sessions
Realized volatility (21d)
21.0% 13th pct
vs 200-day average
-25.2%
Up days (1y)
47%
CRH PLC is currently running 21.0% annualised volatility over the last 21 sessions. Measured against CRH's own 3 years of daily returns rather than a market-wide average, that is the 13th percentile — unusually subdued by its own history, against a typical reading of 31.0%. The distinction matters because a number that looks calm for one stock is turbulent for another, and the absolute figure on its own tells you neither.
Price sits -25.2% from its 200-day moving average. Against every other day in its history, that gap ranks at the 0th percentile — a narrower gap than it typically runs. Over the past year CRH closed higher on 47% of sessions, and it is currently 5 sessions into a falling streak.
Overnight risk is measurable too: CRH has opened more than 2% away from the prior close in 55 of 765 sessions (7.2% of the time), with the largest gaps running +6.3% and -7.4%. For anyone holding through an event, that rate is a better guide to overnight exposure than the intraday range.
All figures computed from 766 daily closes between 2023-09-25 and 2026-10-13, split-adjusted, recomputed daily. Percentiles are against CRH's own 3-year history, not a peer group or index.
Sector Rotation
Is money rotating into or out of CRH's sector?
CRH PLC sits in the Materials sector, currently ranked 9th of 12 GICS sectors by relative-strength rotation score (improving).
Sector rank
#9 of 12
Sector state
Improving
Sector rotation score
36
Options Market
What is the options market pricing for CRH?
CallsPuts
For CRH PLC's nearest expiry (2026-10-16, 2 days out), open interest is call-heavy, a bullish tilt (put/call ratio of 0.35), with at-the-money implied volatility around 39.3%. The options market is pricing roughly a ±2.9% move by that expiry — a range of about $76.66–$81.30.
Put/call ratio (2026-10-16)
0.35
ATM implied volatility
39.3%
Total open interest
6,933
Expected move by 2026-10-16
±2.9% ($76.66–$81.30)
Analyst Rating Changes
Are analysts turning bullish or bearish on CRH?
RBC Capital most recently reiterated its rating on CRH PLC to Outperform on Oct 9, 2026 with a price target of $135 (from $165). Over the last 90 days, coverage has run 0 upgrades against 0 downgrades, a net mixed lean.
Most recent articles, ranked by recency (click to expand).
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What did this article say?
CRH closed down 1.12% on October 13, trailing the broader market. The building‑material company has seen an 8.91% decline over the past month, while the construction sector fell 3.59%. Analysts have revised earnings estimates upward, suggesting some optimism about the business outlook. The company’s upcoming earnings release is expected to report a slight EPS decline of 0.45% versus the prior quarter, but revenue is projected to rise 4.83%. These mixed signals indicate a mild headwind for the stock.
What did this article say?
RBC Capital analyst Anthony Codling reduced CRH’s price target from $165 to $135 while keeping an Outperform rating. The downgrade reflects concerns over the company’s earnings outlook and market conditions. The move signals a more cautious view of CRH’s near‑term profitability.
What did this article say?
RBC reduced its price target for CRH from $165 to $135 while keeping an outperform rating. The downgrade reflects concerns about the company’s earnings outlook and market conditions. The move signals a negative view on CRH’s near‑term valuation, though the rating suggests continued upside potential. The adjustment may influence investor sentiment and trading activity.
What did this article say?
CRH signed an agreement to acquire NCC Industry’s operations in Denmark and Finland, adding asphalt plants, aggregate sites, and reserve-backed quarries to its portfolio. The deal expands CRH’s presence in Denmark’s road and infrastructure market and complements its existing Finnish operations with backfilling and recycling capabilities. The transaction aligns with CRH’s strategy to build an aggregates‑led, connected portfolio amid growing infrastructure megatrends. No financial terms were disclosed, but the acquisition is expected to enhance CRH’s market share and supply chain integration in the Nordic region.
What did this article say?
CRH announced the acquisition of NCC Industry’s operations in Denmark and Finland, adding a network of asphalt plants, aggregates sites, and hard‑rock quarries to its portfolio. The deal expands CRH’s presence in key infrastructure markets and aligns with its strategy to build an aggregates‑led, connected portfolio. The transaction is expected to enhance CRH’s exposure to major road, infrastructure and industrial projects across the region.
What did this article say?
On October 6, CRH closed at $83.60, outperforming the S&P 500 and Dow by more than 1% while the company’s shares had declined 12.32% over the prior month. Analysts forecast earnings of $2.27 per share for the upcoming quarter, a 2.71% year‑over‑year increase, and revenue of $11.6 billion, up 4.83% from the previous year. Full‑year estimates project earnings of $5.90 per share and revenue of $39.71 billion, reflecting modest growth of 5.92% and 6.05% respectively. The market reaction suggests investors view the guidance as a mild tailwind for the company.
What did this article say?
Wells Fargo analyst Timna Tanners maintained an Overweight rating on CRH but reduced the price target from $107 to $106. The downgrade reflects concerns about CRH’s earnings outlook and potential headwinds in the construction materials sector.
What did this article say?
Truist Securities analyst Keith Hughes kept a Buy recommendation on CRH but reduced the price target from $130 to $105. The downgrade reflects concerns over the company’s earnings outlook and potential margin pressure. The decision signals a modest negative view on CRH’s near‑term valuation, though the overall stance remains supportive.
What did this article say?
Citigroup analyst Anthony Pettinari reduced CRH’s price target from $122 to $106 while keeping a Buy recommendation. The downgrade reflects concerns about the company’s earnings outlook and market conditions.
What did this article say?
CRH’s share price has retreated in recent months after a strong multi‑year run, prompting analysts to reassess whether the current $83.96 level aligns with the company’s cash‑flow generation. The decline has sparked debate over whether the stock is now closer to or further from its intrinsic value. The firm’s 93.6% total return over five years is already reflected in the chart, but the focus shifts to future cash inflows from construction and infrastructure projects. Investors are weighing the potential for a re‑valuation against the backdrop of a solid earnings base.
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