Is CRH a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, CRH PUBLIC LTD CO (CRH) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 47.5/100. It is ranked #2,546 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 63/100, Momentum 43/100. The timing signal is "Bearish". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for CRH?

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO (CRH) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 47.5 ranks it #2,546 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is CRH in?

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO operates in the Materials sector (Construction Materials industry) with a market cap of $70.98 billion. It is classified as a large-cap stock.

Does CRH pay a dividend?

Yes, CRH pays a dividend with a current yield of 1.21%. The Materials sector average yield is 0.49%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $12.10 in annual dividend income.

What is CRH's P/E ratio?

CRH has a trailing P/E ratio of 17.08x. The Materials sector average is 26.5x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is CRH?

CRH's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 36.0%. ROE: 16.5% vs sector average 3.3%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is CRH valued compared to peers?

CRH's value factor score is 63/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 17.1x, EV/EBITDA 14.7x. The stock appears attractively valued versus peers.

What is CRH's debt level?

CRH's debt-to-equity ratio is 70%. Sector average: 41%. Moderate leverage is normal for established companies.

CRH has a beta of 1.22, meaning it amplifies market moves. Stability score: 67/100.

Does CRH have high short interest?

CRH's short interest factor score is 28/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

CRH Stock Analysis: Reduce (Score 47.5/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
CRH	+2.07%	+12.67%	+10.92%	-5.54%	+41.59%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLB	+0.56%	+3.07%	+4.17%	+14.58%	-33.54%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+2.14%	+9.07%	+10.59%	-5.18%	+12.07%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+1.51%	+9.60%	+6.75%	-20.11%	+75.13%	-	-	-

Metric	CRH	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	17.1x	-36%
EV/EBITDA	14.7x	+145%
Price / Book	2.8x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
CF CF Industries Holdings, Inc.	57	50	72	66	11.8x	21.1%	36.2%	24.9%	5.5%	41.0x	$19.7B	VS
NTR Nutrien Ltd.	57	37	70	64	54.2x	11.5%	29.0%	2.7%	-	52.0x	$35.9B	VS
UAN CVR PARTNERS, LP	56	50	71	67	12.0x	42.4%	28.5%	17.8%	23.1%	265.0x	$1.3B	VS
LXU LSB INDUSTRIES, INC.	54	50	54	73	41.2x	-3.3%	8.6%	-4.5%	11.0%	85.0x	$1.1B	VS
AA Alcoa Corp	54	50	61	71	18.7x	16.6%	10.0%	8.0%	3.1%	40.0x	$19.0B	VS
MEOH METHANEX CORP	53	34	76	72	24.6x	47.8%	19.1%	6.7%	-	149.0x	$4.6B	VS
NGVT Ingevity Corp	53	50	68	66	53.4x	-638.7%	38.1%	-12.1%	-14.7%	5,459.0x	$2.5B	VS
SEE SEALED AIR CORP/DE	52	50	67	59	11.2x	44.7%	30.2%	10.4%	0.5%	318.0x	$6.2B	VS
ACU ACME UNITED CORP	51	50	71	51	16.4x	9.0%	39.4%	5.2%	-11.5%	45.0x	$171M	VS
APD Air Products & Chemicals, Inc.	51	50	49	50	179.2x	2.4%	31.6%	2.2%	3.9%	114.0x	$64.4B	VS
CRH CRH PUBLIC LTD CO	48	50	63	43	17.1x	16.5%	36.0%	9.6%	14.7%	70.0x	$71.0B

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Gross Margin %	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.3%	0.1%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.3%	0.1%	0.1%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.4%	0.1%	0.1%
FCF Margin %	-9.4%	-	-	-	7.1%	8.5%	11.3%	-2.0%	-55.1%	-14.0%	-68.8%
ROE %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%
ROA %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%
ROIC %	0.1%	10.1%	10.7%	10.1%	11.9%	11.3%	7.0%	8.1%	7.5%	7.5%	7.8%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

Gross Margin %

0.4%

0.3%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

0.3%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.3%

0.1%

Net Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.4%

0.1%

FCF Margin %

-9.4%

7.1%

8.5%

11.3%

-2.0%

-55.1%

-14.0%

-68.8%

ROE %

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

ROA %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

ROIC %

0.1%

10.1%

10.7%

10.1%

11.9%

11.3%

7.0%

8.1%

7.5%

7.8%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
	$38.5B	$37.4B	$35.6B	$34.9B	$32.7B	$31.2B	$27.6B	$28.0B	$30.7B	$26.0B	$26.1B
	—	$23.9B	$22.9B	$23.0B	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$14.2B	$13.5B	$12.7B	$12.0B	$10.8B	$10.5B	$9.2B	$9.3B	$9.9B	$8.9B	$8.7B
Gross Margin	36.0%	36.1%	35.7%	34.2%	33.1%	33.7%	33.1%	33.1%	33.0%	34.1%	33.2%
	—	$8.3B	$7.9B	$7.5B	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	—	—	—	$1.6B	$1.7B	$1.6B	$1.8B	$1.2B	$1.2B	$1.1B
Total Operating Expenses	—	$8.1B	$7.8B	$7.8B	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$6.0B	$5.4B	$4.9B	$4.2B	$3.8B	$3.8B	$2.3B	$2.7B	$2.5B	$2.3B	$2.0B
EBIT	$6.0B	$5.4B	$4.9B	$4.2B	$3.8B	$3.8B	$2.3B	$2.7B	$2.5B	$2.3B	$2.0B
EBITDA	$6.0B	$5.4B	$4.9B	$4.2B	$5.3B	$5.0B	$3.5B	$1.8B	$10.4B	$3.5B	$3.1B
Operating Margin	14.2%	14.5%	13.9%	12.0%	11.6%	11.4%	7.8%	9.6%	33.2%	8.9%	7.7%
EBITDA Margin	15.6%	14.5%	13.8%	12.0%	16.2%	15.9%	12.7%	6.4%	33.9%	13.5%	11.9%
	—	—	—	$376M	$344M	—	$389M	—	$441M	$362M	$411M
	—	$4.8B	$4.7B	$4.0B	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$1.0B	$1.1B	$925M	$762M	$721M	$499M	$534M	$488M	$14M	$453M
	$4.1B	$3.8B	$3.5B	$3.1B	$3.9B	$2.6B	$1.2B	$1.7B	$2.9B	$2.3B	$1.3B
Net Margin	9.6%	10.1%	9.9%	8.8%	11.9%	9.2%	4.5%	6.2%	37.1%	8.9%	5.1%
	$5.54	$5.54	$5.06	$4.36	$5.15	-	$1.43	-	$3.02	$2.72	$1.50
Diluted EPS	$5.54	$5.51	$5.02	$4.33	$5.15	-	$1.43	-	$3.02	$2.72	$1.50
Weighted Avg Basic	—	673M	683M	724M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	677M	690M	729M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

$38.5B

$37.4B

$35.6B

$34.9B

$32.7B

$31.2B

$27.6B

$28.0B

$30.7B

$26.0B

$26.1B

—

$23.9B

$22.9B

$23.0B

—

$14.2B

$13.5B

$12.7B

$12.0B

$10.8B

$10.5B

$9.2B

$9.3B

$9.9B

$8.9B

$8.7B

Gross Margin

36.0%

36.1%

35.7%

34.2%

33.1%

33.7%

33.1%

33.0%

34.1%

33.2%

—

$8.3B

$7.9B

$7.5B

—

Depreciation

—

$1.6B

$1.7B

$1.6B

$1.8B

$1.2B

$1.1B

Total Operating Expenses

—

$8.1B

$7.8B

—

$6.0B

$5.4B

$4.9B

$4.2B

$3.8B

$2.3B

$2.7B

$2.5B

$2.3B

$2.0B

EBIT

$6.0B

$5.4B

$4.9B

$4.2B

$3.8B

$2.3B

$2.7B

$2.5B

$2.3B

$2.0B

EBITDA

$6.0B

$5.4B

$4.9B

$4.2B

$5.3B

$5.0B

$3.5B

$1.8B

$10.4B

$3.5B

$3.1B

Operating Margin

14.2%

14.5%

13.9%

12.0%

11.6%

11.4%

7.8%

9.6%

33.2%

8.9%

7.7%

EBITDA Margin

15.6%

14.5%

13.8%

12.0%

16.2%

15.9%

12.7%

6.4%

33.9%

13.5%

11.9%

—

$376M

$344M

—

$389M

—

$441M

$362M

$411M

—

$4.8B

$4.7B

$4.0B

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$1.0B

$1.1B

$925M

$762M

$721M

$499M

$534M

$488M

$14M

$453M

$4.1B

$3.8B

$3.5B

$3.1B

$3.9B

$2.6B

$1.2B

$1.7B

$2.9B

$2.3B

$1.3B

Net Margin

9.6%

10.1%

9.9%

8.8%

11.9%

9.2%

4.5%

6.2%

37.1%

8.9%

5.1%

$5.54

$5.06

$4.36

$5.15

$1.43

$3.02

$2.72

$1.50

Diluted EPS

$5.54

$5.51

$5.02

$4.33

$5.15

$1.43

$3.02

$2.72

$1.50

Weighted Avg Basic

—

673M

683M

724M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

677M

690M

729M

—

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO (CRH) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does CRH PUBLIC LTD CO Do?

CRH plc, through its subsidiaries, manufactures and distributes building materials. It operates in three segments: Americas Materials, Europe Materials, and Building Products. The company manufactures and supplies cement, lime, aggregates, precast, ready mixed concrete, and asphalt products; concrete masonry and hardscape products comprising pavers, blocks and kerbs, retaining walls, and related patio products; and glass and glazing products, including architectural glass, custom-engineered curtain and window walls, architectural windows, storefront systems, doors, skylights, and architectural hardware. It also offers precast concrete and polymer-based products, such as underground vaults, drainage pipes and structures, utility enclosures, and modular precast structures to the water, energy, communication, transportation, and building structures markets; and construction accessories, such as anchoring, fixing, and connection solutions, as well as lifting systems, formwork accessories, and other accessories used in construction applications. In addition, the company offers network access products, which include composite access chambers, covers, passive safety systems, retention sockets, sealants, and meter boxes; and paving and construction services. Further, it provides building and civil engineering contracting, contract surfacing, operates logistics and owned railway infrastructure; sells and distributes cement; and supplies access chambers and ducting products. It serves governments, contractors, homebuilders, homeowners, and sub-contractors. The company operates primarily in the Republic of Ireland, the United Kingdom, the rest of Europe, the United States, and internationally. CRH plc was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. CRH PUBLIC LTD CO (CRH) is classified as a large-cap stock in the Materials sector, specifically within the Construction Materials industry. The company is led by CEO Albert J. Manifold and employs approximately 77,400 people. With a market capitalization of $71.0B, CRH is one of the prominent companies in the Materials sector.

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO (CRH) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, CRH PUBLIC LTD CO receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 47.5/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.CRH ranks #2,546 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Materials sector, CRH PUBLIC LTD CO ranks #180 of 284 stocks, placing it in the lower half of its Materials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

CRH Stock Price and 52-Week Range

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO (CRH) currently trades at $117.89. The stock gained $2.39 (2.1%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for CRH is $131.55, which means the stock is currently trading -10.4% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $76.75, putting the stock 53.6% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 6.4M shares, reflecting moderate market activity.

Is CRH Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO (CRH) carries a value factor score of 63/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 17.08x, compared to the Materials sector average of 26.50x — a discount of 36%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 2.82x, versus the sector average of 2.83x. The price-to-sales ratio is 1.84x, compared to 0.74x for the average Materials stock. On an enterprise value basis, CRH trades at 14.72x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.01x for the sector.

Overall, CRH's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO (CRH) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 16.5%, compared to the Materials sector average of 3.3%, which is within a healthy range. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 7.1% versus the sector average of 0.6%.

On a margin basis, CRH PUBLIC LTD CO reports gross margins of 36.0%, compared to 29.8% for the sector. The operating margin is 14.2% (sector: 6.0%). Net profit margin stands at 9.6%, versus 3.0% for the average Materials stock. Revenue growth is running at 14.7% on a trailing basis, compared to 1.8% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

CRH Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO has a debt-to-equity ratio of 70.0%, compared to the Materials sector average of 41.0%. Leverage is within a manageable range for the industry, though investors should monitor debt trends over time. The current ratio is 1.74x, suggesting adequate working capital coverage. Total debt on the balance sheet is $17.53B. Cash and equivalents stand at $4.20B.

CRH has a beta of 1.22, meaning it is more volatile than the broader market — a $10,000 investment in CRH would be expected to move 22.5% more than the S&P 500 on any given day. The stability factor score for CRH PUBLIC LTD CO is 67/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, CRH PUBLIC LTD CO reported revenue of $38.55B and earnings per share (EPS) of $5.54. Net income for the quarter was $4.14B. Gross margin was 36.0%. Operating income came in at $6.00B.

In FY 2025, CRH PUBLIC LTD CO reported revenue of $37.45B and earnings per share (EPS) of $5.54. Net income for the quarter was $3.79B. Gross margin was 36.1%. Revenue grew 5.3% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $5.44B.

In Q3 2025, CRH PUBLIC LTD CO reported revenue of $11.07B and earnings per share (EPS) of $2.23. Net income for the quarter was $1.52B. Gross margin was 38.9%. Revenue grew 5.3% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $2.08B.

In Q2 2025, CRH PUBLIC LTD CO reported revenue of $10.21B and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.95. Net income for the quarter was $1.33B. Gross margin was 39.5%. Revenue grew 5.7% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $1.94B.

Over the past 8 quarters, CRH PUBLIC LTD CO has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $9.65B to $38.55B. Investors analyzing CRH stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

CRH Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO (CRH) currently pays a dividend yield of 1.2%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in CRH stock would generate approximately $$121.00 in annual dividend income. This compares to the Materials sector average dividend yield of 0.5%, meaning CRH offers above-average income for its sector. The net margin of 9.6% provides reasonable coverage for the dividend, though investors should monitor payout sustainability.

CRH Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO (CRH) has a momentum factor score of 43/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 27/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 28/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

CRH vs Competitors — Materials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Materials sector, CRH PUBLIC LTD CO (CRH) ranks #180 out of 284 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places CRH in the lower half of all Materials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (CF) with a score of 56.6/100, Nutrien Ltd. (NTR) with a score of 56.6/100, CVR PARTNERS, LP (UAN) with a score of 55.6/100, LSB INDUSTRIES, INC. (LXU) with a score of 53.6/100, and ACME UNITED CORP (ACU) with a score of 51.2/100.

Comparing CRH against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full CRH vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how CRH PUBLIC LTD CO stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

CRH Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for CRH PUBLIC LTD CO (CRH) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy CRH? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for CRH PUBLIC LTD CO suggests caution. The value score of 63/100 suggests attractive pricing relative to fundamentals. Low volatility (stability score 67/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, CRH PUBLIC LTD CO (CRH) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 47.5/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on CRH stock.

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