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James Hardie (NYSE: JHX) COO awarded RSUs and stock options under FY27 plan

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James Hardie Industries plc reported that Chief Operations Officer Ryan Kilcullen received new equity awards as part of his compensation. He was granted 7,945 ordinary shares in the form of restricted stock units, which vest in three equal annual installments starting one year after the grant date, subject to continued service.

He also received non-qualified employee stock options for 9,900 ordinary shares at an exercise price of $25.17 per share, expiring on June 15, 2036, vesting in three equal annual installments on each anniversary of the grant date. Following these awards, his direct holdings total 74,444 ordinary shares.

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Routine long-term incentive grants to COO with multi-year vesting.

The filing shows James Hardie Industries granted COO Ryan Kilcullen restricted stock units and non-qualified stock options under the fiscal year 2027 long-term incentive plan. These are compensation-related awards, not open‑market purchases or sales.

The RSUs and options each vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date, tying his compensation to continued service and longer-term company performance. The options carry a $25.17 exercise price and expire on June 15, 2036.

The filing notes that additional information will appear in the company’s 2026 proxy statement, which should outline broader executive pay structure and any performance conditions associated with these long-term incentives.

Insider Kilcullen Ryan
Role Chief Operations Officer
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy) 9,900 $0.00 --
Grant/Award Ordinary shares 7,945 $0.00 --
Holdings After Transaction: Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy) — 9,900 shares (Direct, null); Ordinary shares — 74,444 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Consists of restricted stock units (RSU). RSUs will vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date, subject to continued service through the applicable vesting date. Annual grant made pursuant to the issuer's fiscal year 2027 long-term incentive plan. Additional information will be included in the issuer's 2026 proxy statement. Non-qualified stock options vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date, subject to continued service through the applicable vesting date.
RSU grant 7,945 shares Restricted stock units granted to COO on June 15, 2026
Options granted 9,900 options Non-qualified stock options granted on June 15, 2026
Option exercise price $25.17 per share Exercise price for 9,900 non-qualified stock options
Option expiration June 15, 2036 Expiration date of non-qualified stock options
Shares held after grant 74,444 shares Direct ordinary share holdings following reported transactions
RSU vesting schedule 3 equal annual installments RSUs vest annually starting first anniversary of grant
Option vesting schedule 3 equal annual installments Options vest annually starting first anniversary of grant
restricted stock units (RSU) financial
"Consists of restricted stock units (RSU). RSUs will vest in three equal annual installments"
Non-qualified stock options financial
"Non-qualified stock options vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary"
Non-qualified stock options are a type of employee benefit that gives individuals the right to buy company shares at a set price, usually lower than the market value, within a certain period. Unlike other options that may have special tax advantages, these options are taxed as income when exercised, which can affect how much money the employee or investor ultimately gains. They are important because they can influence company compensation strategies and impact the financial outcomes for employees and investors.
long-term incentive plan financial
"Annual grant made pursuant to the issuer's fiscal year 2027 long-term incentive plan"
A long-term incentive plan is a company program that pays executives or employees with stock, options, or cash tied to multi-year performance goals, where the rewards become theirs only after meeting conditions over time. Think of it as a delayed bonus or retirement-style reward that aligns employees’ interests with shareholders by encouraging them to boost long-term value; investors watch these plans because they affect pay costs, share dilution and management incentives.
expiration date financial
"Non-qualified stock options vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date, subject to continued service through the applicable vesting date."
The expiration date is the deadline after which a financial contract, such as an option or a futures agreement, is no longer valid or can be exercised. It matters to investors because it determines the timeframe during which they can take action or benefit from the contract, similar to how a coupon or a food item has a limited period of usefulness. Once the expiration date passes, the contract loses its value or ability to be used.
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SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
OMB APPROVAL
OMB Number:3235-0287
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Kilcullen Ryan
(Last)(First)(Middle)
303 E. WACKER DR.
STE. 2500
(Street)
CHICAGO ILLINOIS 60601
(City)(State)(Zip)
UNITED STATES
(Country)		2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
James Hardie Industries plc [ JHX ] 		5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
Chief Operations Officer
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
06/15/2026		6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Ordinary shares06/15/2026A7,945(1)(2)A$074,444D
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy)$25.1706/15/2026A9,900 (3)06/15/2036Ordinary shares9,900$09,900D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Consists of restricted stock units (RSU). RSUs will vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date, subject to continued service through the applicable vesting date.
2. Annual grant made pursuant to the issuer's fiscal year 2027 long-term incentive plan. Additional information will be included in the issuer's 2026 proxy statement.
3. Non-qualified stock options vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date, subject to continued service through the applicable vesting date.
Remarks:
/s/ Aoife Rockett, as attorney-in-fact for Ryan Kilcullen06/17/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
Reminder: Report on a separate line for each class of securities beneficially owned directly or indirectly.
* If the form is filed by more than one reporting person, see Instruction 4 (b)(v).
** Intentional misstatements or omissions of facts constitute Federal Criminal Violations See 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 15 U.S.C. 78ff(a).
Note: File three copies of this Form, one of which must be manually signed. If space is insufficient, see Instruction 6 for procedure.
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What equity awards did James Hardie (JHX) grant to COO Ryan Kilcullen?

James Hardie granted Ryan Kilcullen 7,945 ordinary shares as restricted stock units and 9,900 non-qualified stock options. Both awards were made under the fiscal year 2027 long-term incentive plan and are structured to vest over three years, subject to continued service.

How do the new RSUs for James Hardie (JHX) COO vest over time?

The 7,945 restricted stock units granted to the COO vest in three equal annual installments. Vesting starts on the first anniversary of the grant date, and each installment requires continued service through its respective vesting date, aligning compensation with longer-term employment.

What are the terms of the new stock options granted by James Hardie (JHX)?

The company granted 9,900 non-qualified stock options with an exercise price of $25.17 per share, expiring June 15, 2036. These options vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date, contingent on the executive’s continued service.

How many James Hardie (JHX) shares does the COO hold after this Form 4?

Following the reported transactions, Ryan Kilcullen directly holds 74,444 ordinary shares. This figure reflects his position after receiving the new equity awards disclosed, showing the size of his direct equity stake in the company post-grant.

Are the James Hardie (JHX) COO equity grants open-market purchases or compensation awards?

The transactions are compensation-related awards, not open-market purchases. They are coded as grants or awards, including restricted stock units and non-qualified stock options, issued under James Hardie’s fiscal year 2027 long-term incentive plan for executive compensation.

Where will James Hardie (JHX) provide more details on these executive grants?

The company states that additional information about these awards will be included in its 2026 proxy statement. That document typically details executive compensation, plan design, and any performance metrics tied to long-term incentive grants for senior leaders.