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Basic MaterialsEagle Materials Inc. · Construction Materials · $6B
What is Eagle Materials Inc.?
Eagle Materials Inc. is a Dallas-based producer of heavy and light construction materials serving residential, commercial, and public infrastructure markets across the United States.
Eagle Materials operates across four segments: Cement, Concrete and Aggregates, Gypsum Wallboard, and Recycled Paperboard. Revenue comes from selling Portland cement, ready-mix concrete, crushed stone, sand, gravel, gypsum wallboard, and recycled paperboard to builders, contractors, and industrial customers throughout the country.
The company traces its roots to 1963 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
- Portland cement and slag grinding
- Gypsum wallboard for interior construction
- Ready-mix concrete and aggregates
- Recycled paperboard for wallboard and packaging
Is EXP a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates EXP as Good overall.
Eagle Materials scores Strong on Quality, reflecting a business that generates reliable returns relative to its asset base. The Risk and Valuation pillars also register as Good, suggesting the stock does not carry excessive financial risk and is not obviously overpriced relative to peers.
The Moat pillar registers as Weak, indicating limited structural competitive advantages compared to sector peers.
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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 EXP pay dividends?
Yes — Eagle Materials Inc. pays a dividend.
Eagle Materials pays a regular dividend, which is relatively uncommon among mid-cap basic materials producers. This reflects the company's ability to generate consistent cash flow across construction cycles while still funding capital-intensive operations.
When does EXP report earnings?
Eagle Materials reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for US-listed equities.
Results tend to track construction activity levels, with cement and wallboard volumes sensitive to housing starts and infrastructure spending. Paperboard and aggregates segments provide some diversification across demand cycles.
For the most recent quarter's results, visit Eagle Materials' investor relations page directly.
EXP Price History
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Eagle Materials do?
Eagle Materials produces and sells construction materials including Portland cement, gypsum wallboard, ready-mix concrete, aggregates, and recycled paperboard. Its products serve residential builders, commercial contractors, and public infrastructure projects across the United States.
Does EXP pay dividends?
Yes, Eagle Materials pays a regular dividend. This is notable for a mid-cap basic materials company and reflects relatively consistent cash generation. Check the company's investor relations page for the current dividend rate and payment schedule.
When does EXP report earnings?
Eagle Materials follows a standard quarterly reporting schedule. For confirmed dates, visit the company's investor relations page, as specific calendar dates are not covered by our data source.
Is EXP a good stock to buy?
EXP earns a Good UQS Score, with particularly Strong marks on Quality and Good ratings on Risk and Valuation. The Moat pillar is Weak, which is worth weighing. The full pillar breakdown is available to UQS Pro members.
Is EXP overvalued?
EXP's Valuation pillar is rated Good, suggesting the stock is not obviously expensive relative to sector peers. That said, valuation should be considered alongside the Moat and Growth profiles. Pro members can view the complete metrics behind this rating.
What is EXP's market cap bracket?
Eagle Materials is classified as a mid-cap company, placing it in a size range that typically offers more liquidity than small-caps while remaining more nimble than large-cap industrials.
Is EXP a long-term quality indicator?
The UQS framework assesses long-term quality through five pillars. EXP's Strong Quality score and Good Risk rating suggest a fundamentally stable business, though the Weak Moat score indicates limited structural protection against competition over time.
What sector does EXP belong to?
Eagle Materials operates in the Basic Materials sector, specifically within construction materials. Its revenues are tied to construction activity, making it sensitive to housing cycles, infrastructure spending, and broader economic conditions.
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EXP — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | 48.5 | 76.9 | 31.0 | 10.0 | 64.8 | 65.2 | -1.7 |
| May 18, 2026 | 50.2 | 79.6 | 31.0 | 12.3 | 61.7 | 72.1 | +0.1 |
| May 14, 2026 | 50.1 | 79.4 | 31.0 | 12.3 | 61.7 | 71.6 | +0.5 |
| May 12, 2026 | 49.6 | 79.2 | 31.0 | 12.2 | 61.7 | 68.8 | -3.7 |
| May 9, 2026 | 53.3 | 80.7 | 31.0 | 33.3 | 61.7 | 63.3 | -0.3 |
| May 7, 2026 | 53.6 | 80.6 | 31.0 | 34.6 | 61.7 | 63.5 | 0.0 |
| May 3, 2026 | 53.6 | 80.6 | 31.0 | 33.6 | 61.7 | 64.5 | +0.1 |
| Apr 26, 2026 | 53.5 | 80.6 | 31.0 | 33.2 | 61.7 | 64.9 | -0.2 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | 53.7 | 80.6 | 31.0 | 32.0 | 61.7 | 67.5 | -0.5 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | 54.2 | 80.8 | 31.0 | 32.8 | 61.7 | 69.5 | +0.2 |
EXP — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 75.9/100 (25%)Eagle Materials Inc. demonstrates outstanding capital efficiency and profitability, placing it among the highest-quality businesses in the market.
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
— 7.4/100 (20%)Eagle Materials Inc. faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.
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
— 59.2/100 (15%)Eagle Materials Inc. maintains a reasonable risk profile with manageable debt levels.
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
— 43.3/100 (15%)Eagle Materials Inc. has a mixed valuation — some metrics suggest fair value while others appear stretched.
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
— 31/100 (25%)Eagle Materials Inc. 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 EXP.
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How is the EXP UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Eagle Materials Inc. 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 Eagle Materials Inc.'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 Eagle Materials Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
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