Holcim agrees to buy Fermacell for EUR 840 million

• Holcim agreed to buy Fermacell from James Hardie for EUR 840 million, expanding its European walling and flooring offering.
• Fermacell projects 2026 net sales of about EUR 430 million, supported by more than 1,000 employees and six production sites.
• The price implies a pro forma 2027 EBITDA multiple of 9.5x, falling to 7.6x including EUR 22 million run-rate synergies.
• EPS accretion is expected in year one, with closing targeted for H1 2027 subject to regulatory clearances.

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