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U.S. Building Industry Analysis

UpdatedJun 24, 2026
DataAggregated Company Financials
Companies51
  • 7D-1.5%
  • 3M7.1%
  • 1Y9.8%
  • YTD12.9%

Over the last 7 days, the Building industry has dropped 1.5%, driven by a pullback from Johnson Controls International of 2.7%. Over the past 12 months, the industry was up 9.8%. Looking forward, earnings are forecast to grow by 20% annually.

Industry Valuation and Performance

Has the U.S. Building Industry valuation changed over the past few years?

DateMarket CapRevenueEarningsPEAbsolute PEPS
Wed, 24 Jun 2026US$449.9bUS$161.9bUS$11.3b20.8x39.9x2.8x
Fri, 22 May 2026US$415.0bUS$162.9bUS$11.4b21.1x36.6x2.5x
Sun, 19 Apr 2026US$428.1bUS$161.9bUS$11.9b21.5x36x2.6x
Tue, 17 Mar 2026US$378.5bUS$158.6bUS$11.9b20.8x31.8x2.4x
Thu, 12 Feb 2026US$438.8bUS$164.1bUS$11.7b23.6x37.5x2.7x
Sat, 10 Jan 2026US$368.4bUS$163.6bUS$11.6b21.6x31.9x2.3x
Mon, 08 Dec 2025US$372.5bUS$163.6bUS$11.2b19.6x33.1x2.3x
Wed, 05 Nov 2025US$385.9bUS$157.4bUS$12.7b20.5x30.5x2.5x
Fri, 03 Oct 2025US$390.0bUS$160.9bUS$12.5b22.2x31.1x2.4x
Sun, 31 Aug 2025US$397.4bUS$160.7bUS$12.8b23.3x30.9x2.5x
Tue, 29 Jul 2025US$430.0bUS$162.1bUS$14.1b21.4x30.5x2.7x
Thu, 26 Jun 2025US$398.0bUS$163.5bUS$14.0b20.2x28.4x2.4x
Sat, 24 May 2025US$393.5bUS$163.4bUS$14.0b21.2x28.1x2.4x
Mon, 21 Apr 2025US$341.4bUS$162.7bUS$13.4b18.7x25.5x2.1x
Wed, 19 Mar 2025US$364.1bUS$162.7bUS$13.4b19.8x27.2x2.2x
Fri, 14 Feb 2025US$385.5bUS$162.1bUS$14.1b20.6x27.4x2.4x
Sun, 12 Jan 2025US$383.6bUS$163.6bUS$14.3b20.1x26.8x2.3x
Tue, 10 Dec 2024US$430.6bUS$162.3bUS$14.3b22.8x30.1x2.7x
Thu, 07 Nov 2024US$412.5bUS$165.6bUS$14.5b22.6x28.4x2.5x
Sat, 05 Oct 2024US$420.6bUS$164.3bUS$16.4b22.6x25.6x2.6x
Mon, 02 Sep 2024US$395.7bUS$164.3bUS$16.4b21.5x24.1x2.4x
Wed, 31 Jul 2024US$388.6bUS$163.7bUS$16.5b21.8x23.6x2.4x
Fri, 28 Jun 2024US$361.4bUS$162.7bUS$14.3b20.3x25.3x2.2x
Sun, 26 May 2024US$385.6bUS$163.8bUS$14.3b21.2x26.9x2.4x
Tue, 23 Apr 2024US$352.4bUS$165.2bUS$14.7b22.5x23.9x2.1x
Thu, 21 Mar 2024US$371.4bUS$166.7bUS$14.8b23.6x25.1x2.2x
Sat, 17 Feb 2024US$351.3bUS$168.2bUS$14.9b21x23.6x2.1x
Mon, 15 Jan 2024US$330.5bUS$175.3bUS$14.8b19.5x22.3x1.9x
Wed, 13 Dec 2023US$314.9bUS$175.4bUS$14.8b18.7x21.3x1.8x
Fri, 10 Nov 2023US$282.3bUS$175.4bUS$14.2b16.3x19.9x1.6x
Sun, 08 Oct 2023US$268.6bUS$171.9bUS$14.8b16.7x18.1x1.6x
Tue, 05 Sep 2023US$294.8bUS$171.9bUS$14.8b17.7x19.9x1.7x
Thu, 03 Aug 2023US$298.3bUS$173.2bUS$14.9b17.2x20x1.7x
Sat, 01 Jul 2023US$282.2bUS$174.0bUS$15.2b16.4x18.6x1.6x
Price to Earnings Ratio

18.6x


Total Market Cap: US$282.2bTotal Earnings: US$15.2bTotal Revenue: US$174.0bTotal Market Cap vs Earnings and Revenue0%0%0%
U.S. Building Industry Price to Earnings3Y Average 27.2x202420252026
Current Industry PE
  • Investors are optimistic on the American Building industry, and appear confident in long term growth rates.
  • The industry is trading at a PE ratio of 39.9x which is higher than its 3-year average PE of 27.2x.
  • The 3-year average PS ratio of 2.2x is lower than the industry's current PS ratio of 2.8x.
Past Earnings Growth
  • The earnings for companies in the Building industry have declined 9.5% per year over the last three years,
  • Revenues have also declined 2.4% per year.
  • This means overall sales from these companies are declining and profits are subsequently falling as well.

Industry Trends

Which industries have driven the changes within the U.S. Industrials industry?

US Market-2.31%
Industrials-0.71%
Building-1.54%
Building Products-1.54%
Industry PEThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.
Forecasted GrowthThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.

Top Stock Gainers and Losers

Which companies have driven the market over the last 7 days?

CompanyLast Price7D1YValuation
SSD Simpson ManufacturingUS$197.711.1%
+US$88.9m		24.1%PE22.9x
TGLS TecnoglassUS$45.381.2%
+US$23.5m		-40.0%PE13.5x
HAYW Hayward HoldingsUS$14.810.1%
+US$4.3m		6.2%PE20x
IIIN Insteel IndustriesUS$28.800.7%
+US$4.1m		-21.1%PE13.2x
TGEN TecogenUS$5.720.9%
+US$1.5m		-21.9%PS6.5x

Latest News

AOS
US$57.44
A. O. Smith
7D
-4.6%
1Y
-11.5%
Narrative Update • Jun 23

AOS: Replacement Demand And Cost Actions Will Support Future Upside

A. O.
MOD
US$277.46
Modine Manufacturing
7D
-2.6%
1Y
177.7%
OC
US$124.12
Owens Corning
7D
-3.3%
1Y
-10.1%
MAS
US$73.21
Masco
7D
-2.1%
1Y
14.8%
Analysis Article • Jun 21

Masco (MAS) Stock Could Be 18.8% Undervalued After Earnings Beat

Masco (MAS) is back in focus after reporting earnings that exceeded market expectations, drawing attention to its diversified home improvement portfolio and relatively resilient performance compared with other homebuilding and construction supplies companies. See our latest analysis for Masco. Masco’s recent earnings surprise has arrived alongside firm positive momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 10.59% and a 90 day share price return of 23.80%. The 1 year total shareholder return...
SSD
US$197.71
Simpson Manufacturing
7D
1.1%
1Y
24.1%
Analysis Article • Jun 20

Simpson Manufacturing (SSD) Stock Could Be 8.1% Undervalued After Housing Data And Earnings Strength

Simpson Manufacturing (SSD) stock moved higher after U.S. pending home sales improved and mortgage rates eased slightly, which lifted housing affordability and trading interest just as the company reports higher revenue and net profit. See our latest analysis for Simpson Manufacturing. The latest move builds on a broader positive pattern for Simpson Manufacturing, with a 1 month share price return of 8.4% and year to date share price return of 21.5%. The 1 year total shareholder return of...
HAYW
US$14.81
Hayward Holdings
7D
0.1%
1Y
6.2%
Analysis Article • Jun 20

Hayward Holdings (HAYW) Stock Could Be 13.4% Undervalued After Profit Growth And Institutional Buying

Hayward Holdings (HAYW) has drawn fresh attention after institutional investors increased their stakes and the company reported year-over-year growth in quarterly revenue along with a significant rise in net profit. See our latest analysis for Hayward Holdings. For investors tracking Hayward Holdings, the stock’s recent 1 month share price return of 9.73% contrasts with a year to date share price decline of 4.88%, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 11.94% signals modest longer term...
CARR
US$70.75
Carrier Global
7D
-0.6%
1Y
-2.4%
Analysis Article • Jun 19

Carrier Global (CARR) Stock Could Be 5.9% Undervalued After Europe Leadership Change

Carrier Global (CARR) is drawing attention after announcing a leadership transition in its Climate Solutions Europe segment, with Thomas Donato taking over as president from long-serving executive Thomas Heim. See our latest analysis for Carrier Global. Carrier Global's recent leadership change in Climate Solutions Europe lands at a time when the stock has strong short term momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 16.88% and a year to date share price return of 34.17%, alongside a 5 year...
REZI
US$30.55
Resideo Technologies
7D
-5.3%
1Y
37.4%
Narrative Update • Jun 18

REZI: ADI Spin Off Progress And Reaffirmed FY26 Outlook Will Support Upside

Analysts have modestly adjusted their price target on Resideo Technologies to $50.00, reflecting updated assumptions that combine a slightly higher discount rate and lower revenue growth expectations with a higher projected profit margin and a more conservative future P/E multiple. What’s in the News for Resideo Technologies Resideo Technologies filed an amended Form 10 registration statement to include ADI Global Distribution financial statements in connection with the planned spin off of its ADI business, according to a June 4, 2026 update.
IIIN
US$28.80
Insteel Industries
7D
0.7%
1Y
-21.1%
TGLS
US$45.38
Tecnoglass
7D
1.2%
1Y
-40.0%
Narrative Update • Jun 15

TGLS: Record Backlog And Tariff Actions Will Support 2026 Guidance

Analysts have trimmed their 12 month price target on Tecnoglass by $7, reflecting updated assumptions on discount rates and valuation multiples following recent research updates. What's in the News Tecnoglass reported a record order backlog of US$1.36b in Q1 2026, with demand coming from both commercial and residential projects.
JCI
US$141.28
Johnson Controls International
7D
-2.7%
1Y
36.4%
Narrative Update • Jun 15

JCI: Data Center Cooling And Operational Revamp Will Drive Future Upside

The Analyst Price Target for Johnson Controls International has been adjusted from $177 to $180. Analysts point to data center related demand for chillers, ongoing operational changes, and potential capital actions in the fire and security segment as key drivers of their updated view.
ALLE
US$128.76
Allegion
7D
-4.5%
1Y
-10.3%
APOG
US$40.17
Apogee Enterprises
7D
0.1%
1Y
1.9%
Narrative Update • Jun 11

APOG: Ongoing Buybacks And Measured Outlook Will Shape Balanced Risk Profile

Analysts have raised their price target on Apogee Enterprises from $40.50 to $42.50, citing updated assumptions related to revenue growth, profit margins, the discount rate, and future P/E levels. What's in the News Apogee Enterprises reported that from November 30, 2025 to February 28, 2026, it repurchased 388,582 shares, representing 1.81% of its shares, for US$15.04 million under its ongoing buyback program.
NX
US$16.56
Quanex Building Products
7D
0.2%
1Y
-12.0%
Seeking Alpha • Jun 09

Quanex Building Products: I See The Value, But Not The Catalyst

Summary Quanex Building Products Corporation trades at a steep discount, with a forward P/E over 50% below the sector average and strong cash flow yield. NX faces significant margin pressure from broad-based input cost inflation and a make-to-stock model that delays price recovery. The Tyman acquisition expanded NX's reach but increased leverage to 3.1x net debt/EBITDA, limiting financial flexibility amid weak residential construction demand. I maintain a Hold rating; NX stock suits income and deep-value investors, but growth and momentum buyers should await improved cost control and restored guidance. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
TGEN
US$5.72
Tecogen
7D
0.9%
1Y
-21.9%
ILAG
US$3.44
Intelligent Living Application Group
7D
20.3%
1Y
-33.8%