CRH Dividends and Buybacks
Dividend criteria checks 4/6
CRH is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 1.39% that is well covered by earnings. Next payment date is on 17th June, 2026 with an ex-dividend date of 15th May, 2026.
Key information
1.4%
Dividend yield
1.6%
Buyback Yield
| Total Shareholder Yield | 3.0% |
| Future Dividend Yield | 1.6% |
| Dividend Growth | 8.7% |
| Next dividend pay date | 17 Jun 26 |
| Ex dividend date | 15 May 26 |
| Dividend per share | n/a |
| Payout ratio | 28% |
Recent dividend and buyback updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • May 04
CRH: Expecting Full-Year Outperformance After Q1 Beat
Summary I am retaining a 'Buy' rating for CRH following my evaluation of its recent quarterly results and full-year outlook. CRH's topline grew strongly by 18.4% YoY in 1Q2026, with its Americas Materials Solutions unit being the standout performer. I see upside to management's FY26 EBITDA guidance, considering untapped government funding and the company's active portfolio reshaping activities. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Apr 26
CRH: Delisting And Buybacks Will Support Stronger Future Shareholder Returns
Analysts have nudged their price target on CRH slightly higher to about $143, as small adjustments to fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions feed through their updated models. What's in the News CRH plans to fully delist from the London Stock Exchange, with the last trading day for its ordinary shares on April 17, 2026, and delisting expected on April 20, 2026, after reviewing trading activity, costs, and regulatory requirements tied to the listing (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 12
CRH: Delisting And Buybacks Will Drive Stronger Future Shareholder Returns
Analysts have increased their price target for CRH from $142.41 to $142.75, reflecting updated assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E expectations. What's in the News CRH plans to fully delist from the London Stock Exchange, targeting April 20, 2026 as the delisting date.Narrative Update • Mar 28
CRH: Delisting And Buybacks Will Support Future Shareholder Returns
Analysts have maintained their price target on CRH at $142.41, citing only minor adjustments to discount rate, revenue growth and profit margin assumptions that do not materially change their overall valuation view. What's in the News CRH plans to fully delist from the London Stock Exchange, with the last trading day for its ordinary shares on April 17, 2026, and the delisting effective April 20, 2026, following a review of trading activity and listing costs (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Mar 13
CRH: Buybacks And Dividend Policy Will Support Future Shareholder Returns
Analysts have increased their fair value estimate for CRH from about $141.72 to $142.41, citing small adjustments to assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E that together support a slightly higher price target. What's in the News CRH completed a share repurchase tranche between October 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025, buying back 2,108,172 shares (0.31% of shares) for $250.83m, bringing total repurchases under the March 2, 2023 authorization to 77,073,466 shares (10.76%) for $5,284.35m (company filing) The Board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.39 per ordinary share on February 18, 2026, to be paid on April 8, 2026, with a record and ex dividend date of March 6, 2026; the company stated this reflects a 5% increase on the prior year in line with its long term dividend policy (company announcement) CRH issued full year 2026 earnings guidance, targeting net income between $3.9b and $4.1b and diluted EPS between $5.60 and $6.05 (company guidance) CRH was added to the S&P Global 1,200 index (index provider) CRH was added to the S&P 500 Equal Weighted index and removed from the Russell Small Cap Comp Value Index (index providers) Valuation Changes Fair Value: Updated slightly from $141.72 to $142.41, reflecting small tweaks to the underlying model inputs.Narrative Update • Feb 26
CRH: Index Additions And Buybacks Will Support Long Term Return Potential
Analysts have raised their price target on CRH to about $141.72 from roughly $140.46, citing updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E expectations. What's in the News CRH completed a share repurchase tranche between October 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025, buying 2,108,172 shares, or 0.31% of shares, for US$250.83m, bringing total repurchases under the March 2, 2023 program to 77,073,466 shares, or 10.76%, for US$5,284.35m (company announcement).Narrative Update • Feb 09
CRH: Index Additions Will Support Balanced Long Term Return Potential
Analysts have adjusted their price target for CRH slightly higher to US$140.46 from about US$140.00, reflecting updated assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E expectations. What's in the News CRH plc (NYSE:CRH) added to the S&P 500 (Index Constituent Adds) CRH plc added to the S&P 500 Value index (Index Constituent Adds) CRH plc added to the S&P Composite 1500 and S&P 500 Materials sector and industry group indices (Index Constituent Adds) CRH plc added to the S&P 500 Ex Financials, Real Estate, Utilities and Transportation Index (Index Constituent Adds) CRH plc added to the S&P Global 1200 and the S&P 500 Equal Weighted index, and dropped from the Russell Small Cap Comp Value Index (Index Constituent Adds and Drops) Valuation Changes Fair Value: Updated fair value estimate moved slightly to US$140.46 from about US$140.00.Narrative Update • Jan 26
CRH: Index Additions And Buybacks Will Support Upside Potential
Narrative Update: CRH Analyst Price Target Shift Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for CRH from about $140.20 to roughly $140.00. This reflects slightly adjusted assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E, while keeping their overall view broadly consistent.Narrative Update • Jan 11
CRH: Index Additions And Buybacks Will Support Balanced Future Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged their price target for CRH higher to €140.20 from €138.80, citing slightly adjusted assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate and future P/E that together support a modestly higher valuation range. What's in the News CRH plc (NYSE:CRH) was added to the S&P 500, increasing its presence in a widely tracked US large cap index (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Jan 08
CRH plc's (NYSE:CRH) P/E Still Appears To Be Reasonable
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 19x, you may...Narrative Update • Dec 18
CRH: Ongoing Share Repurchases Will Support Future Earnings Upside Potential
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on CRH, with updated fair value estimates increasing by about 3 dollars to approximately 139 dollars, citing slightly stronger expectations for revenue growth, profit margins, and the company’s future earnings multiple. What's in the News CRH completed a major share repurchase program announced in March 2023, having bought back 74,965,294 shares, or about 10.44 percent of its share capital, for a total of approximately 5.03 billion dollars (company disclosure).Narrative Update • Dec 04
CRH: Buybacks And Possible NCC Deal Will Shape Future Earnings Profile
Analysts have nudged their price target on CRH slightly higher, reflecting a modest increase in estimated fair value to approximately $134.79 from about $134.46. This change is driven by marginally lower discount rates and steady expectations for long term growth, profitability, and valuation multiples.Analysis Article • Nov 28
Is It Too Late To Consider Buying CRH plc (NYSE:CRH)?
CRH plc ( NYSE:CRH ) saw a decent share price growth of 10% on the NYSE over the last few months. The company's trading...Narrative Update • Nov 20
CRH: Share Buybacks And Acquisition Interest Will Drive Earnings Momentum
Narrative Update: CRH Analyst Price Target Adjustment Analysts have raised their price target for CRH from $133.27 to $134.46. This change reflects updated assessments of profit margins and overall company performance.Analysis Article • Nov 08
CRH plc (NYSE:CRH) Third-Quarter Results: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For Next Year
CRH plc ( NYSE:CRH ) shareholders are probably feeling a little disappointed, since its shares fell 5.1% to US$113 in...Narrative Update • Nov 05
CRH: Future Acquisition Prospects Will Sustain Earnings and Support Further Upside
Analysts have slightly reduced their price target for CRH, lowering the fair value estimate from $134.28 to $133.27. They cited a modest increase in the discount rate, while growth and profitability forecasts remain largely stable.Narrative Update • Oct 22
Analyst Targets Raised for CRH Amid Upbeat Guidance and Improved Revenue Growth Outlook
Narrative Update on CRH: Analyst Price Target Revision Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for CRH from $129.86 to $134.28. They cite increased revenue growth expectations as the main supporting factor for this upward revision.Narrative Update • Oct 08
US Federal Funding And Eco Materials Will Fuel Expansion
Narrative Update on CRH Analyst Price Target Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for CRH from $122.10 to $129.86. This change reflects expectations of improved profit margins and a slightly higher projected price-to-earnings ratio, even as revenue growth forecasts have moderated.Narrative Update • Sep 22
US Federal Funding And Eco Materials Will Fuel Expansion
Analysts have revised CRH's outlook upward, citing stronger revenue growth forecasts and a modestly higher future P/E ratio, resulting in a slight increase in the consensus fair value price target from $120.37 to $122.10. What's in the News CRH is reportedly among bidders for NCC AB's aggregates and asphalt business, which could fetch up to $1 billion; deliberations are ongoing with no final commitments.Narrative Update • Aug 27
US Federal Funding And Eco Materials Will Fuel Expansion
CRH’s consensus price target rose to $119.84, primarily reflecting a modest increase in its projected future P/E multiple, while revenue growth forecasts remain steady. What's in the News CRH raised its 2025 earnings guidance, expecting net income of $3.8–$3.9 billion and diluted EPS of $5.49–$5.72, citing resilient demand in infrastructure and non-residential markets, with subdued new residential builds.Analysis Article • Aug 09
CRH plc (NYSE:CRH) Just Released Its Second-Quarter Earnings: Here's What Analysts Think
NYSE:CRH 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore CRH's Fair Values from the Community and select yours Shareholders of...Analysis Article • Aug 03
Here's Why CRH (NYSE:CRH) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • May 26
Is There An Opportunity With CRH plc's (NYSE:CRH) 41% Undervaluation?
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, CRH fair value estimate is US$159 CRH is estimated to be 41...Analysis Article • May 12
Should You Investigate CRH plc (NYSE:CRH) At US$94.59?
Let's talk about the popular CRH plc ( NYSE:CRH ). The company's shares saw a double-digit share price rise of over 10...Seeking Alpha • Mar 03
CRH plc Q4 Results: Hard To See The Forest For The Trees
Summary CRH plc's Q4 results showed modest revenue growth but missed analysts' estimates, with a mixed performance across its segments and improved profitability metrics. The company's financial position remains stable with a healthy interest coverage ratio, despite a significant debt load. 2025 guidance indicates growth in key markets, but the outlook is clouded by economic uncertainty, geopolitical risks, and potential inflationary pressures. Given the current volatility and uncertainty, I remain cautious and cannot recommend CRH stock at this time. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 23
CRH: A Good Run In 2024, But Risks Have Picked Up
Summary CRH plc has delivered strong YTD returns of over 37% in 2024, outperforming other building and construction peers by 1.7x and the S&P 500 by 1.45x. Diversified end-market exposure has helped offset weakness in the residential space, while its most profitable segment is driving EBITDA growth for the 11th straight year. While CRH is poised to deliver steady EBITDA growth, it is not good enough for the valuations it commands. CRH is one of the most overbought materials stock as it is seen as a key beneficiary of the IIJA, but under the Trump administration things could change. CRH's buyback momentum appears to be fading, and with the financial leverage almost doubling, we don't think dividend growth will be too resplendent either. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 08
CRH plc Is Well Positioned For Continued Growth In Infrastructure Spending
Summary CRH plc benefits from increased government spending on infrastructure, especially during election years, making it a strong player in the construction materials sector. Despite high debt levels, CRH maintains a solid cash position and stable margins, with revenue expected to grow from $36.26 billion to $38.52 billion. The stock trades at a P/E ratio of 16.31 and offers a 1.57% dividend yield, making it reasonably priced with potential for steady earnings growth. CRH is a dependable long-term investment, but investors should monitor government spending and margins, as these factors heavily influence the company's growth and profitability. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaUpcoming Dividend Payment
Stability and Growth of Payments
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Stable Dividend: CRH's dividends per share have been stable in the past 10 years.
Growing Dividend: CRH's dividend payments have increased over the past 10 years.
Dividend Yield vs Market
| CRH Dividend Yield vs Market |
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| Segment | Dividend Yield |
|---|---|
| Company (CRH) | 1.4% |
| Market Bottom 25% (US) | 1.4% |
| Market Top 25% (US) | 4.2% |
| Industry Average (Basic Materials) | 1.0% |
| Analyst forecast (CRH) (up to 3 years) | 1.6% |
Notable Dividend: CRH's dividend (1.39%) isn’t notable compared to the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the US market (1.39%).
High Dividend: CRH's dividend (1.39%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the US market (4.21%).
Earnings Payout to Shareholders
Earnings Coverage: With its reasonably low payout ratio (27.6%), CRH's dividend payments are well covered by earnings.
Cash Payout to Shareholders
Cash Flow Coverage: With its reasonably low cash payout ratio (34.8%), CRH's dividend payments are well covered by cash flows.
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/07 20:41 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
CRH plc is covered by 37 analysts. 23 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Jean Bruny | Banco de Sabadell. S.A. |
| Adam Seiden | Barclays |
| Nabil Ahmed | Barclays |