CRH Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 4/6
CRH has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 14.5%, while the Basic Materials industry saw earnings growing at 13.8% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 6.1% per year. CRH's return on equity is 15.1%, and it has net margins of 9.6%.
Key information
14.52%
Earnings growth rate
17.94%
EPS growth rate
| Basic Materials Industry Growth | 19.98% |
| Revenue growth rate | 6.13% |
| Return on equity | 15.11% |
| Net Margin | 9.58% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
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).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.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).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.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).CRH plc: Focus On International And Inorganic Growth
Feb 20CRH: 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.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.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).CRH plc's (NYSE:CRH) P/E Still Appears To Be Reasonable
Jan 08
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).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.Is It Too Late To Consider Buying CRH plc (NYSE:CRH)?
Nov 28CRH: 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.CRH plc (NYSE:CRH) Third-Quarter Results: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For Next Year
Nov 08CRH: 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.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.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.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.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.CRH plc (NYSE:CRH) Just Released Its Second-Quarter Earnings: Here's What Analysts Think
Aug 09
Here's Why CRH (NYSE:CRH) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
Aug 03Is There An Opportunity With CRH plc's (NYSE:CRH) 41% Undervaluation?
May 26Should You Investigate CRH plc (NYSE:CRH) At US$94.59?
May 12CRH plc Q4 Results: Hard To See The Forest For The Trees
Mar 03CRH: A Good Run In 2024, But Risks Have Picked Up
Dec 23CRH plc Is Well Positioned For Continued Growth In Infrastructure Spending
Oct 08
Tactical Growth Through Acquisitions And Market Expansion Boosts Revenue And Margins
Strategic acquisitions and integration synergies expand market presence and operational efficiencies, aiding earnings growth.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How CRH makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
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| 31 Mar 26 | 38,061 | 3,648 | 8,408 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 37,447 | 3,730 | 8,184 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 36,901 | 3,407 | 8,154 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 36,347 | 3,264 | 7,992 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 35,795 | 3,245 | 7,830 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 35,572 | 3,458 | 7,772 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 35,387 | 3,454 | 7,699 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 35,000 | 3,401 | 7,529 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 35,055 | 3,304 | 7,619 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 34,949 | 3,154 | 7,473 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 35,127 | 3,352 | 7,447 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 33,861 | 2,945 | 7,270 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 31,651 | 2,211 | 6,922 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 32,723 | 2,712 | 6,987 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 31,880 | 2,710 | 6,934 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 31,037 | 2,614 | 6,333 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 30,122 | 2,500 | 6,288 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 29,206 | 2,433 | 6,516 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 27,174 | 1,746 | 5,991 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 28,539 | 1,417 | 6,347 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 28,063 | 1,270 | 6,253 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 25,888 | 966 | 5,854 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 27,544 | 1,301 | 5,886 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 27,500 | 1,479 | 6,258 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 27,816 | 1,553 | 6,377 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 28,132 | 1,627 | 6,173 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 28,756 | 1,648 | 6,783 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 25,702 | 1,648 | 6,172 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 25,805 | 1,570 | 6,213 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 27,449 | 1,497 | 6,624 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 24,043 | 1,680 | 5,951 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 29,559 | 2,136 | 7,226 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 31,125 | 2,228 | 7,650 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 25,978 | 1,980 | 6,552 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 27,351 | 1,393 | 6,953 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 25,998 | 1,271 | 6,622 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 26,091 | 1,223 | 6,659 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 30,363 | 1,236 | 7,703 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 29,938 | 1,063 | 7,656 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 28,810 | 957 | 7,332 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 23,248 | 694 | 5,989 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 24,325 | 729 | 6,081 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 22,231 | 649 | 5,477 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: CRH has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: CRH's current net profit margins (9.6%) are higher than last year (9.1%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: CRH's earnings have grown by 14.5% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: CRH's earnings growth over the past year (12.4%) is below its 5-year average (14.5% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: CRH earnings growth over the past year (12.4%) exceeded the Basic Materials industry 3.2%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: CRH's Return on Equity (15.1%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/03 08:06 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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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. 22 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 |