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Mar 31
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CRH Q1 2025 Earnings Report
CRH reported a net loss in Q1 2025, but posted higher revenues and EBITDA driven by acquisitions, pricing, and efficiency gains.
Key Takeaways
Despite seasonal softness and weather disruptions, CRH grew revenue and adjusted EBITDA in Q1 2025, while facing a net loss primarily due to the absence of prior-year divestiture gains.
Revenue grew 3% year-over-year to $6.8 billion.
Adjusted EBITDA increased 11% to $495 million.
Net loss was $98 million due to non-recurrence of prior divestiture gains.
Declared $0.37 dividend and executed $0.5 billion in share buybacks YTD.
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CRH Revenue by Segment
CRH Revenue by Geographic Location
Forward Guidance
CRH reaffirmed its full-year 2025 guidance, projecting strong earnings and EBITDA growth supported by resilient demand and public infrastructure spending.
Positive Outlook
- Underlying demand across key markets remains strong.
- Adjusted EBITDA expected between $7.3B and $7.7B.
- Net income guidance maintained at $3.7B–$4.1B.
- Strong balance sheet supports continued investments.
- Positive momentum in public infrastructure and industrial projects.
Challenges Ahead
- Residential new-build sector expected to remain subdued.
- Macroeconomic uncertainty poses potential headwinds.
- Adverse weather impacted early Q1 performance.
- Interest expense increased YoY due to higher debt levels.
- Cash flow from operations was negative in Q1 due to seasonality and investments.
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income