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Holcim buys James Hardie’s European unit for €840 million

The transaction marks Holcim’s expansion into fiber-cement products in Europe.

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Lucas Ferreira · Deals & Startups Desk · 20 Aug 2026 · 21:44 · 1 min read
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Holcim buys James Hardie’s European unit for €840 million

Holcim has agreed to acquire James Hardie Industries’ European fiber-cement business for €840 million. The deal is expected to close subject to customary regulatory approvals.

Further details about the acquisition structure or integration plans were not immediately available.

This article was produced with AI assistance and edited by a Finance Review Daily journalist.
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Lucas Ferreira
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Lucas covers M&A activity and startup funding rounds, tracking deal structures and valuations to explain what a transaction means for the companies and markets involved.

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