James Hardie Industries plc engages in the manufacture and sale of fiber cement, fiber gypsum, and cement bonded boards in the United States, Australia, Europe, and New Zealand. It operates through four segments: Siding & Trim, Deck, Rail & Accessories, Australia & New Zealand, and Europe. The Siding & Trim segment manufactures fiber cement and PVC siding and trim products, mouldings, interior linings, and accessories under brands such as Hardie, AZEK Exteriors, and Versatex are used in both residential new construction and repair and remodel applications. The Deck, Rail & Accessories segment produces decking, railing, cladding, pergolas, cabanas, and related accessories, including wood-alternative decking and railing solutions offered under the TimberTech, ULTRALOX, and INTEX brands, as well as functional and decorative outdoor accessories, including drink rails, structural mounting posts, lighting systems and gate kits; and adjustable louvered pergola systems through StruXure. The Australia & New Zealand segment manufactures and sells fiber cement products for residential and commercial applications, including exterior cladding, interior wall linings, flooring, eaves and soffits, and façade systems, primarily under the Hardie brand. The Europe segment produces fiber gypsum products and cement-bonded boards under the fermacell brand, and fiber cement products under the Hardie brand, serving residential and commercial repair, remodel, and new construction markets. The company offers its products through a network of specialty building products distributors, lumberyards, and home improvement retailers to builder's merchants, remodelers, DIY stores, and professional contractors. James Hardie Industries plc was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
JHX
JHX
JAMES HARDIE INDUST CHESS DEPOSITARY INT
James Hardie Industries plc engages in the manufacture and sale of fiber cement, fiber gypsum, and cement bonded boards in the United States, Australia, Europe, and New Zealand. It operates through four segments: Siding & Trim, Deck, Rail & Accessories, Australia & New Zealand, and Europe.
Fundamentals
Historical Data63 days
| Date | Short % | Gross Short |
|---|---|---|
| 16 July | — | — |
| 15 July | — | — |
| 14 July | — | — |
| 13 July | 4.14% | — |
| 10 July | 4.10% | — |
| 9 July | 4.08% | — |
| 8 July | 4.04% | — |
| 7 July | 3.78% | — |
| 6 July | 3.63% | — |
| 3 July | 3.56% | — |
| 2 July | 3.50% | — |
| 1 July | 3.44% | — |
James Hardie Indust Chess Depositary Int (JHX) Short Interest Summary
James Hardie Indust Chess Depositary Int (JHX) currently has 4.14% of its shares sold short (13.2 million shares, worth approximately $494.2 million), based on ASIC short position data reported on 13 July 2026 (T+4 reporting lag). That makes JHX the #80 most shorted stock on the ASX most shorted list. Short interest in JHX is up 0.51% over the past week and up 1.11% over the past month. JHX is part of the Materials sector on the ASX.
Recent JHX Short Position History
| Date | Short % | Short Shares | Close Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 July 2026 | 4.14% | 13.2M | $35.02 |
| 10 July 2026 | 4.10% | 13.1M | $35.05 |
| 9 July 2026 | 4.08% | 13.0M | $34.85 |
| 8 July 2026 | 4.04% | 12.9M | $35.96 |
| 7 July 2026 | 3.78% | 12.8M | $36.50 |
| 6 July 2026 | 3.63% | 12.3M | $37.09 |
| 3 July 2026 | 3.56% | 12.0M | $37.01 |
| 2 July 2026 | 3.50% | 11.9M | $36.87 |
| 1 July 2026 | 3.44% | 11.6M | $37.30 |
| 30 June 2026 | 3.48% | 11.8M | $38.19 |
JHX Short Selling — Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Hardie Indust Chess Depositary Int (JHX)'s current short interest?
James Hardie Indust Chess Depositary Int (JHX) currently has a short interest of 4.14% of total shares outstanding. This means 4.14% of JHX's shares have been sold short by investors who expect the price to decline. This data is sourced from ASIC reports and updated daily.
Is JHX heavily shorted on the ASX?
JHX has a relatively low short interest of 4.14%. Short interest below 5% generally suggests limited bearish sentiment from short sellers.
What does short interest mean for JHX investors?
Short interest in JHX shows the percentage of shares investors have borrowed and sold, betting the price will fall. At 4.14%, JHX's short interest is at a low level. See our short squeeze candidates and days to cover analysis for more context.
Where does this JHX short data come from?
Short position data is published by ASIC with a four trading day delay (T+4) and covers reported short positions as a percentage of total shares on issue. ASX Short Data also tracks daily gross short sales (T+1), securities lending, and director trades for JHX.