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James Hardie (JHX) NA president receives RSU and option awards in FY 2027 plan

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James Hardie Industries reported that Jonathan Skelly, President of James Hardie North America, received equity awards as part of his fiscal year 2027 long-term incentive compensation.

He acquired 11,422 restricted stock units that vest in three equal annual installments starting one year after the grant date, subject to continued service. Following this RSU award, he holds 324,906 ordinary shares directly.

He was also granted non-qualified stock options for 14,232 ordinary shares at an exercise price of $25.17 per share, expiring on June 15, 2036. These options vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date, also contingent on continued service.

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Insider Skelly Jonathan
Role Pres. James Hardie NA
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy) 14,232 $0.00 --
Grant/Award Ordinary shares 11,422 $0.00 --
Holdings After Transaction: Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy) — 14,232 shares (Direct, null); Ordinary shares — 324,906 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 size 11,422 RSUs Granted to Jonathan Skelly on June 15, 2026
Options granted 14,232 options Employee stock options granted June 15, 2026
Option exercise price $25.17 per share Non-qualified stock options exercise price
Shares held after award 324,906 shares Ordinary shares directly held after RSU grant
Option expiration June 15, 2036 Expiration date of non-qualified stock options
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.
vesting financial
"RSUs will vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date..."
Vesting is the process by which you earn full ownership of something, like company stock or a retirement benefit, over time. It’s like earning the right to keep a gift piece by piece the longer you stay with a company, making sure employees stay committed before they receive all the benefits.
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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
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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*
Skelly Jonathan

(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)
Pres. James Hardie NA
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 shares06/15/2026A11,422(1)(2)A$0324,906D
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)$25.1706/15/2026A14,232 (3)06/15/2036Ordinary shares14,232$014,232D
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 Jonathan Skelly06/17/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What insider transactions did Jonathan Skelly report at James Hardie (JHX)?

Jonathan Skelly reported receiving equity awards, not open-market trades. He acquired 11,422 restricted stock units and 14,232 non-qualified stock options as part of James Hardie’s fiscal 2027 long-term incentive plan, both subject to multi-year vesting and continued service.

How many James Hardie (JHX) shares does Jonathan Skelly hold after this Form 4?

After the RSU grant, Jonathan Skelly directly holds 324,906 ordinary shares of James Hardie. This total reflects the updated position reported in the Form 4 and excludes the 14,232 stock options, which are rights to buy shares at a fixed price.

What are the terms of Jonathan Skelly’s new stock options in James Hardie (JHX)?

Skelly received 14,232 non-qualified stock options with an exercise price of $25.17 per share, expiring June 15, 2036. The options vest in three equal annual installments beginning one year after the grant date, contingent on his continued service with the company.

How do Jonathan Skelly’s new RSUs in James Hardie (JHX) vest?

The 11,422 restricted stock units vest in three equal annual installments starting on the first anniversary of the grant date. Each installment requires Skelly to remain in service through the applicable vesting date, aligning his compensation with long-term company performance.

Is Jonathan Skelly’s Form 4 for James Hardie (JHX) a stock purchase or sale?

The Form 4 shows grant or award acquisitions, not purchases or sales in the market. Skelly received RSUs and stock options at no cash cost per share on the grant date as part of a long-term incentive compensation program, with vesting over several years.