CRH plc Reports Q3 Results, Lowers FY26 Outlook, and Announces $6 Billion Share Buyback

CRH lowered its FY2026 net income outlook to $3.1 billion–$3.3 billion from $3.9 billion–$4.1 billion, and adjusted EBITDA guidance to $7.8 billion–$8.0 billion from $8.1 billion–$8.5 billion. The company’s board also authorized a share buyback of up to $6 billion, expiring at the end of 2030, citing its balance sheet and cash generation. The report did not state a stock-price reaction.