Eagle Materials Is Finally Deserving Of An Upgrade

Eagle Materials is upgraded from “Hold” to a soft “Buy” after a 12.5% stock decline and improving relative valuation. Despite recent revenue and profit weakness, EXP trades at a discount to peers, with potential upside ranging from 2.9% to 101.5% based on multiples. Segment performance is mixed: Cement and Aggregates show growth, while Gypsum Wallboard and Recycled Paperboard remain pressured by a weak housing market.