Corporate News Report
1. Overview of Eagle Materials Inc. (NASDAQ: EXP)
Stock Performance
Current price: USD 173.39 per share.
24‑hour change: +1.82 % (closing at 05:47 AM CET on Thursday, 22 September 2026).
Trading volume: USD 59.5 million, equating to 30.7 million shares traded.
Market capitalization: USD 5.2 billion.
Moving average (200 days): USD 204.44.
52‑week high/low: USD 245.53 (recorded 25 June 2026) / USD 160.02 (recorded 14 October 2026).
Historical Trend
Since the close of the previous month, the share price has declined by 3.59 %.
2. Peer Comparison (24‑Hour Performance)
| Ticker | 24‑Hour Change | Current Price | Market Cap (USD bn) | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALGM (Allegro Microsystems) | +2.23 % | 34.51 | 6.2 | 468.03 |
| HESM (Hess Midstream) | +1.46 % | 31.07 | 6.2 | 10.5 |
| LB (Landbridge) | –0.64 % | 80.63 | 6.2 | — |
| FLR (Fluor) | –2.98 % | 46.41 | 6.2 | — |
| INGM (Ingram Micro) | +1.5 % | 27.63 | 6.2 | — |
3. Company Background
- Headquarters: Dallas, Texas, USA.
- Industry: Construction materials.
- Primary Products: Cement, gypsum wallboard, recycled paperboard, concrete, and aggregates.
- Market Reach: Products are used in residential, commercial, industrial, and governmental construction projects nationwide.
- Public Listing: New York Stock Exchange under ticker EXP.
- IPO Date: 12 April 1994.
- Website: www.eaglematerials.com
4. Key Takeaways
- Stable Upswing: Eagle Materials’ share price advanced modestly in the latest 24‑hour window, reflecting positive short‑term momentum.
- Relative Performance: The stock’s recent gain is comparable to its peers, though the broader peer group shows mixed results.
- Valuation Context: With a 200‑day moving average significantly above the current price, the stock remains under the recent 52‑week high, indicating potential upside.
- Market Position: The company’s established market cap and product diversification position it within a stable segment of the construction materials sector.
