Longbow Research has initiated coverage on CRH PLC (CRH) with a Buy rating, marking the firm's first assessment of the company's investment potential. This decision highlights Longbow's analysis of CRH's business fundamentals, industry dynamics, and growth prospects.
Headquartered in Dublin, CRH PLC operates in the construction industry, employing 79,800 full-time staff. The company manufactures and distributes a wide array of building materials and products used in construction projects of all sizes. Its operations are divided into two main divisions: Americas and International, with the Americas segment comprising both Materials Solutions and Building Solutions.
As of December 15, 2025, CRH's stock trades at $126.76, with a market capitalization of $85.2 billion. The company's P/E ratio stands at 24.83, while its trailing twelve months (TTM) earnings per share (EPS) is reported at 5.05. Notably, CRH offers a substantial dividend yield of 116.3%.
Upcoming earnings are scheduled for August 4, 2026, with estimated EPS of $2.15 and revenue expectations of $10.8 billion. Recent earnings performance has shown mixed results, with Q3 2025 EPS at $2.21, slightly below estimates of $2.25.
Analyst ratings provide valuable insights into market sentiment. Currently, there is a consensus of 8 Strong Buy, 17 Buy, and 4 Hold ratings among analysts, reflecting a generally positive outlook on CRH's stock. However, as always, investment decisions should incorporate a range of factors, including company fundamentals and market conditions, rather than relying solely on analyst opinions.