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CRH PUBLIC LTD CO Financial Overview 2021–2025

Updated Jul 10, 2026

In FY2025, CRH deployed $4.1 billion across 38 strategic acquisitions, cementing its position as a relentless consolidator in the global building materials sector. The data supports a straightforward investment thesis: CRH successfully leverages its scale and North American infrastructure tailwinds to execute a highly profitable integrated solutions strategy, driving consistent margin expansion regardless of macroeconomic cycles.

This operational resilience is evident across the company's long-term trajectory. Revenue grew steadily from $31.0 billion in FY2021 to $37.4 billion in FY2025. Over this same period, operational leverage triggered substantial profitability gains as adjusted EBITDA surged from $5.35 billion in FY2021 to $7.7 billion in FY2025. The company actively recycles this cash into shareholder returns, distributing $1.2 billion via share buybacks and $1.0 billion in dividends during FY2025. Momentum persisted into Q1 2026, where despite a net loss of $180 million tied to asset impairments, CRH expanded its adjusted EBITDA margin to 8.0% alongside a 9% revenue increase to $7.4 billion.

At the close of FY2025, the market valued the company at $124.80 per share. The stock traded at 22.6x earnings with a total market capitalization of $88.2 billion, as investors priced in the ongoing structural benefits of sustained public infrastructure investment and widespread re-industrialization activity.

Recent Developments (Q4 2025 and Q1 2026)

CRH’s strategic transformation accelerated with a definitive merger agreement to acquire Arcosa for $150.00 per share, backed by a $5.75 billion bridge loan. This coincides with a portfolio realignment, as the company prepares to close two divestitures in Q2 2026 representing $1.8 billion in assets held for sale. Underlying profitability remains robust, with Q1 2026 adjusted EBITDA climbing 18% year-over-year to $586 million. Operationally, executive leadership shifted when Aylwyn Bryan assumed the CFO role on May 12, 2026.

Bulls argue that targeted M&A and imminent divestiture proceeds position the firm to efficiently capture high-margin infrastructure growth. Conversely, bears warn that long-term debt swelling to $16.1 billion introduces balance sheet risk during an aggressive integration phase. Trading at 21.5x earnings as of April 30, 2026, the stock appears attractively valued relative to its sustained double-digit EBITDA growth.

What to watch: HSR Act clearance for the Arcosa transaction; completion of the planned $1.8 billion divestitures in Q2 2026

Rev

$37.45B

+5.3% YoY

FY2025

NI

$3.75B

+7.5% YoY

FY2025

EPS

$5.54

+9.5% YoY

FY2025

OCF

$5.63B

+12.7% YoY

FY2025

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Year-over-year comparison from 10-K annual reports

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Recent SEC Filings

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 30, 2026)

CRH plc (CRH) has filed an 8-K to report its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2026. The detailed financial performance is available in a press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this filing, which investors should review for a comprehensive understanding of the company's operational and financial condition during the period. The company has also scheduled an earnings conference call and webcast for July 30, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. EDT to discuss these quarterly results. Interested parties can register for the call via CRH's investor relations website. It is important to note that the information provided under Item 2.02 is furnished and not deemed filed, meaning it does not carry the same regulatory implications as a standard filing but serves to inform the public about the company's performance.

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Jul 17, 2026)

CRH Public Limited Company (CRH) has filed an 8-K to update investors on the financing for its previously announced acquisition of Arcosa, Inc. The company has secured a $2.5 billion three-year term loan facility, which has reduced the commitments under its existing $5.75 billion bridge facility to $3.25 billion. These facilities, along with cash on hand, are intended to fund the acquisition consideration, refinance Arcosa's debt, and cover associated fees and expenses. CRH also indicated plans to replace some or all of the remaining bridge facility commitments with alternative financings prior to the merger closing, subject to market conditions. The terms of these potential alternative financings are not committed and will depend on prevailing market dynamics. Investors should note that the successful completion of the merger remains subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals, and the company cautions against undue reliance on forward-looking statements regarding financing and merger completion.

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Jun 22, 2026)

CRH Public Limited Company (CRH) has announced a significant strategic move through its indirect wholly owned subsidiary, CRH Americas, Inc., entering into a definitive Agreement and Plan of Merger with Arcosa, Inc. (Arcosa). This transaction will see Arcosa become a wholly owned subsidiary of CRH, with Arcosa's common stock shareholders set to receive $150.00 in cash per share. This all-cash transaction represents a substantial acquisition, with the total deal value implicitly understood through the cash consideration offered to Arcosa shareholders. The company has also secured a $5.75 billion bridge loan facility to finance a portion of the transaction, which is expected to be replaced by alternative financing before the merger's completion. CRH does not currently plan to initiate a new share buyback tranche following the expiration of its current program, indicating a focus on capital deployment towards this strategic acquisition.

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Jun 16, 2026)

CRH Public Ltd Co announced a change in its Board of Directors composition, effective July 1, 2026. The Board size has been expanded from 12 to 13 members with the appointment of Mr. W. Anthony (Tony) Will as a non-management Director. This appointment is intended to bring additional expertise to the board, and Mr. Will will be compensated according to the company's standard non-management director compensation program, including a pro rata Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) award for his service period. The company has also confirmed that Mr. Will has no disclosable relationships or agreements with the Company or its existing officers, and it is anticipated he will enter into a standard indemnification agreement.

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO 8-K Report, Shareholder Vote Results (May 21, 2026)

CRH Public Limited Company has announced the successful approval by its preference shareholders for the cancellation of their respective classes of shares. On May 21, 2026, separate scheme meetings were held for holders of the 7% 'A' cumulative preference shares and the 5% cumulative preference shares. The overwhelming majority of votes cast at both meetings were in favor of the proposed cancellation, indicating strong shareholder support for this corporate action. This outcome is significant as it paves the way for CRH to proceed with the de-listing or redemption of these preference shares. Investors holding these specific preference shares should note that their securities are now slated for cancellation, and they should review any further communications from CRH regarding the process, timing, and any potential compensation or alternative arrangements.

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