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James Hardie Industries plc.

Stage 3 · Topping · week 2

As of Oct 22, 2026, James Hardie Industries is in Stage 3, the topping phase, now in week 2 (since Oct 14, 2026). It closed at $26.54, 14.6% below its 52-week high and above its 200-day average, which is rising.

James Hardie Industries plc engages in the manufacture and sale of fiber cement, fiber gypsum, and cement bonded boards in the United States, Australia, Europe, and New Zealand. More about the company

$26.54
+1.80% today
$15.4B · Large cap
Market Neutral — Building

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Topping: the uptrend is tiring

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Stage Cycle Timeline2023-08-16 → 2026-10-22
S2 21w
S4 29w
S4 20w
S2 18w
2023-08-162026-10-22
S1S2S3S4Setup score (0–10, dashed line at 5)
S2 7w → S3 8w → S2 21w → S3 9w → S4 8w → S1 8w → S2 4w → S3 3w → S4 29w → S1 9w → S4 20w → S1 5w → S2 4w → S3 1w → S4 9w → S1 1w → S2 18w → S3 1w current
Total tracked: 164 weeks across 18 stage runs.

JHX among Building Materials4th of 17 by relative strength

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Stocks in Building Materials ranked by relative strength, with stage and one-month change
#StockStageRS1M
1CAPSStage 1 · wk 197+1190.0%
2CPACStage 2 · wk 2192+3.7%
3LOMAStage 4 · wk 1073−0.2%
4JHXStage 3 · wk 271−1.2%
5CXStage 4 · wk 863+3.6%
6VMCStage 4 · wk 847+10.0%
7TTAMStage 4 · wk 747+2.3%
8KNFStage 4 · wk 1042+4.7%
vs 52W High
-14.6%
$16.69 lo$31.08 hi
14.6% below 52W high, weakening from peak
The stock is rolling over from its 52-week high. In Stage 3 distribution, new long positions carry high risk.
Stage Maturity
Week 2
1w13w26w
Week 2, early distribution
How long this stock has been in Stage 3 distribution. Longer tops often precede deeper Stage 4 declines.
vs 200 DMA
9.6%
200 DMA: $24.22 · rising
Stock is losing its 200 DMA. Once lost, it confirms Stage 4 risk. This is a major red flag for existing holders.
Rel Volume
1.14x
vs 50-day avg
Volume spikes on down days during Stage 3 signal distribution, with institutions exiting. Stage analysis reads that as a warning against new long positions.
Trend Health
↓
Short-term trend rolling over
Two reads of momentum. The arrow shows the direction of the short-term trend: rising (↑ or ↗), flat (→) or rolling over (↓). The ⇈ mark appears when our trend model reads the move as gaining speed on top of the longer trend. Strongest when both agree.
1M
-1.2%
3M
+0.0%
6M
+21.2%
YTD
+27.5%
1Y
+21.5%
Scan Membership
Breakout Watch
Latest: 2024-10-14
6 appearances in last 60 days. First seen: 2019-05-10.
A stock that keeps qualifying week after week does so because its Stage 2 structure keeps holding. Staying power in the scan says more about the trend than any single appearance.
Recent Stage Timeline
2026-10-22S3
Wk 2 · Vol 1.14x
2026-10-21S3
Wk 2 · Vol 0.61x
2026-10-20S3
Wk 1 · Vol 0.72x
2026-10-19S3
Wk 1 · Vol 0.67x
2026-10-16S3
Wk 1 · Vol 0.74x
2026-10-15S3
Wk 1 · Vol 0.93x
2026-10-14S32→3
Wk 1 · Vol 0.92x
2026-10-13S2
Wk 18 · Vol 0.59x
2026-10-12S2
Wk 18 · Vol 0.53x
2026-10-09S2
Wk 17 · Vol 0.57x
2026-10-08S2
Wk 17 · Vol 0.75x
2026-10-07S2
Wk 17 · Vol 1.10x
Moving averages & range
50 DMA
$27.48
200 DMA
$24.22
52W High
$31.08
52W Low
$16.69
5D Low
$25.55
Resistance levels (recent highs)
20d High
$26.54
60d High
$31.08
120d High
$31.08
250d High
$31.08
Next resistance
+17.1%
to 60d High
P/E (TTM)
106.2
Forward 16.8
Earnings Growth (YoY)
+23.4%
Revenue +63.9%
ROE
+3.3%
Profit margin +2.7%
Dividend Yield
0.00%
P/B 2.4

James Hardie Industries: quick answers

What stage is James Hardie Industries in?

As of Oct 22, 2026, James Hardie Industries (JHX) is in Stage 3, the topping phase. It entered Stage 3 on Oct 14, 2026 and is in week 2. What the four stages mean

Is James Hardie Industries in an uptrend?

Its uptrend has stalled. James Hardie Industries is in Stage 3, the topping phase that follows an advance. It trades 9.6% above its 200-day average, which is rising.

How far is James Hardie Industries from its 52-week high?

James Hardie Industries closed at $26.54 on Oct 22, 2026, 14.6% below its 52-week high of $31.08. Its 52-week low is $16.69.

How has James Hardie Industries performed over the past year?

As of Oct 22, 2026, James Hardie Industries is up 21.5% over the past year and up 27.5% so far in 2026.

Which sector and industry is James Hardie Industries in?

James Hardie Industries is in the Building Materials industry, part of the Materials sector.

About this companyMaterials· Building Materials

James Hardie Industries plc engages in the manufacture and sale of fiber cement, fiber gypsum, and cement bonded boards in the United States, Australia, Europe, and New Zealand. It operates through four segments: Siding & Trim, Deck, Rail & Accessories, Australia & New Zealand, and Europe. The Siding & Trim segment manufactures fiber cement and PVC siding and trim products, mouldings, interior linings, and accessories under brands such as Hardie, AZEK Exteriors, and Versatex are used in both residential new construction and repair and remodel applications. The Deck, Rail & Accessories segment produces decking, railing, cladding, pergolas, cabanas, and related accessories, including wood-alternative decking and railing solutions offered under the TimberTech, ULTRALOX, and INTEX brands, as well as functional and decorative outdoor accessories, including drink rails, structural mounting posts, lighting systems and gate kits; and adjustable louvered pergola systems through StruXure. The Australia & New Zealand segment manufactures and sells fiber cement products for residential and commercial applications, including exterior cladding, interior wall linings, flooring, eaves and soffits, and façade systems, primarily under the Hardie brand. The Europe segment produces fiber gypsum products and cement-bonded boards under the fermacell brand, and fiber cement products under the Hardie brand, serving residential and commercial repair, remodel, and new construction markets. The company offers its products through a network of specialty building products distributors, lumberyards, and home improvement retailers to builder's merchants, remodelers, DIY stores, and professional contractors. James Hardie Industries plc was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.

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