Eagle Materials Inc(EXP)

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1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$174.71
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for EXP

10/23/2026: EXP (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Eagle Materials Inc is a U.S.-based construction materials company focused on cement, wallboard, and aggregates. Its business strength lies in its low-cost production and regional market leadership, which have historically supported healthy margins. The primary investment opportunity is the steady demand from national infrastructure projects and housing development, balanced by cyclical economic risks. Investors should monitor interest rate trends and energy costs, which materially impact the company's performance and profitability. While Eagle Materials is not primarily an income play, its disciplined capital allocation and operational focus may suit value-oriented investors seeking exposure to the U.S. construction cycle.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitWhile cyclical, growth is often limited by the mature nature of the construction materials market.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock can exhibit strong momentum during periods of heavy infrastructure spending or housing upturns.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at reasonable multiples relative to its cash-generating capabilities.
Dividend investorMixed fitDividend yields are generally low, as the company prefers capital reinvestment.
Low-risk investorMixed fitBusiness cyclicality and sector sensitivity introduce inherent market volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock is sensitive to changes in interest rates and macroeconomic construction trends.
Valuation riskMediumMarket pricing can swing significantly based on sentiment toward the U.S. housing and infrastructure cycles.
Competition risk (Consolidation)Medium / highLarge diversified peers can leverage scale to outcompete in pricing and distribution.
Business qualityStrongThe company maintains a high-quality, efficient asset base with solid margins.
Dividend incomeLowThe stock is not primarily a yield play for income-focused investors.
Execution riskMediumManaging capital-intensive projects and integration of acquisitions requires precise operational execution.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -18.79%
Avg. Invested days 39
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
EXP receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
EXP has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, solid cash generation (FCF margin 8.6%) and solid profitability (net margin 18.4%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-8.5%), moderate revenue growth (+2.1%), modest insider ownership of 1.24%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
EXP's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (8.6% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is EXP's strongest growth driver at +2.1% FY2026 versus FY2025 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-8.5%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-44.1%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 109.9% and approximately 98.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.24% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

FMR Inc 11.83%
BlackRock Inc 9.98%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.58%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.37%
AllianceBernstein L.P. 4.02%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
EXP generates approximately $283 of gross profit, $243 of operating income, and $86 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Moderate margins and weak cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is solid.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 21.80%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
EXP has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 5.48B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 14.09
1Y Target Price 195.5
Price to earnings Ratio 14.09
1Y Target Price 195.5
Volume (30-day avg) 455.0K shares
Beta 1.33
52 Weeks Range 160.02 - 245.20
Updated Date 10/23/2026
52 Weeks Range 160.02 - 245.20
Updated Date 10/23/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.58%
Basic EPS (TTM) 12.69

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
CementProduction and sale of cement used in commercial and public infrastructure.This is a core, high-barrier-to-entry business that provides stable long-term revenue.
Gypsum WallboardWallboard for residential interiors.This segment is highly sensitive to U.S. housing starts and renovation activity.
Concrete and AggregatesReady-mix concrete, sand, and stone.These local products serve immediate construction needs in the company's operating regions.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 14.09
Forward PE 13.7
Enterprise Value 7.03B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.36
Enterprise Value 7.03B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.36
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.02
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.54
Shares Outstanding 30.68M
Shares Floating 30.26M
Shares Outstanding 30.68M
Shares Floating 30.26M
Percent Insiders 1.24
Percent Institutions 109.87

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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