CRH
Basic MaterialsCRH plc · Construction Materials · $67B
What is CRH plc?
CRH plc is a global building materials company headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, serving infrastructure, commercial, and residential construction markets across North America, Europe, and beyond.
CRH generates revenue by producing and supplying aggregates, cement, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and value-added building solutions. It also delivers paving and construction services and manufactures precast concrete and polymer-based products for critical utility infrastructure including water, energy, and telecommunications networks.
CRH was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
- Aggregates, cement, and asphalt
- Precast and pre-stressed concrete products
- Infrastructure and utility solutions
- Outdoor living and building solutions
Is CRH a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates CRH as Good overall, reflecting a balanced profile across its five quality pillars.
CRH's Quality and Valuation pillars both register as Good, suggesting the business generates reasonable returns relative to its current pricing. Its scale across North America and Europe provides operational breadth that supports consistent output.
The Moat pillar registers as Weak, indicating limited structural competitive advantages relative to peers in the building materials sector.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does CRH pay dividends?
Yes — CRH plc pays a dividend.
CRH pays a regular dividend, consistent with its position as a large-cap materials company generating steady cash flows from infrastructure and construction activity. The dividend reflects management's commitment to returning capital while maintaining investment in operations.
When does CRH report earnings?
CRH reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for US-listed equities.
CRH's results tend to reflect seasonal construction demand patterns, with stronger activity in warmer months across its North American and European markets. Growth and Risk pillars both register as Neutral, pointing to a steady rather than accelerating earnings trajectory.
For the most recent quarter's results, visit CRH's investor relations page directly.
CRH Price History
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does CRH do?
CRH plc produces and supplies building materials — including aggregates, cement, asphalt, and precast concrete — for infrastructure, commercial, and residential construction. It also delivers paving services and utility infrastructure solutions across North America, Europe, and other international markets.
Does CRH pay dividends?
Yes, CRH pays a regular dividend. The company's scale and cash generation from construction and infrastructure markets support ongoing dividend payments. For current yield and payment schedule details, check CRH's investor relations page.
When does CRH report earnings?
CRH reports on a quarterly cadence, standard for US-listed companies. Exact upcoming dates are best confirmed on CRH's investor relations page, as our data source does not cover scheduled earnings dates.
Is CRH a good stock to buy?
UQS Score rates CRH as Good overall. Its Quality and Valuation pillars are positive signals, though the Weak Moat rating suggests limited structural pricing power versus peers. The complete pillar breakdown is available to Pro members.
Is CRH overvalued?
CRH's Valuation pillar is rated Good, suggesting the stock is not trading at a significant premium relative to its fundamentals. For the detailed metrics behind this rating, sign up for a Pro account on UQS Score.
What is CRH's market cap bracket?
CRH is classified as a large-cap company, reflecting its significant scale across building materials and infrastructure solutions in North America, Europe, and internationally.
Is CRH a long-term quality investment?
As a long-term quality indicator, CRH's Good overall UQS Score reflects reasonable fundamentals. However, the Weak Moat pillar is worth monitoring — durable competitive advantages are a key factor in long-term quality assessments. Pro members can view the full pillar detail.
What sector does CRH belong to?
CRH operates in the Basic Materials sector, specifically within building materials and construction products. Its business spans aggregates, cement, asphalt, precast concrete, and infrastructure solutions across multiple geographies.
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CRH — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 23, 2026 | 56.2 | 74.4 | 27.0 | 59.2 | 52.8 | 73.9 | 0.0 |
| May 22, 2026 | 56.2 | 74.4 | 27.0 | 59.2 | 52.8 | 73.7 | +0.1 |
| May 21, 2026 | 56.1 | 74.4 | 27.0 | 59.2 | 52.8 | 73.5 | -0.1 |
| May 20, 2026 | 56.2 | 74.4 | 27.0 | 59.2 | 52.8 | 74.1 | +0.3 |
| May 18, 2026 | 55.9 | 74.4 | 27.0 | 59.2 | 52.8 | 72.3 | 0.0 |
| May 16, 2026 | 55.9 | 74.4 | 27.0 | 59.1 | 52.8 | 72.3 | +0.3 |
| May 15, 2026 | 55.6 | 74.4 | 27.0 | 58.7 | 52.8 | 70.7 | 0.0 |
| May 14, 2026 | 55.6 | 74.4 | 27.0 | 58.7 | 52.8 | 70.3 | +0.1 |
| May 13, 2026 | 55.5 | 74.4 | 27.0 | 58.9 | 52.8 | 69.4 | +0.1 |
| May 12, 2026 | 55.4 | 74.4 | 27.0 | 58.9 | 52.8 | 68.9 | 0.0 |
CRH — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 74.4/100 (25%)CRH plc shows solid profitability with healthy returns on capital and reasonable margins.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.
Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 59.2/100 (20%)CRH plc demonstrates healthy growth trends across revenue and earnings.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.
Year-over-year earnings per share growth.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.
Risk
— 52.8/100 (15%)CRH plc has some risk factors including moderate leverage or solvency concerns.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Total debt relative to shareholder equity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 76.8/100 (15%)CRH plc appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.
Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.
How many years of FCF the market cap represents.
P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.
Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.
Moat
— 27/100 (25%)CRH plc operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for CRH.
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How is the CRH UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for CRH plc is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.
Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.
Moat (25%) assesses CRH plc's competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.
Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.
Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.
Valuation (15%) measures whether CRH plc is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
Six investor-inspired presets are available, each with different pillar weights: Balanced, Buffett, Munger, Lynch, Cathie Wood, and Graham. The public score shown here uses the Balanced preset. Learn more in our FAQ.