10 Worst Performing Large Cap Stocks to Buy According to Analysts

6. James Hardie Industries plc (NYSE:JHX)

Market Capitalization: $13.38 Billion

1-Year Performance: -21.59%

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 5

Analyst Upside Potential: 18.55%

James Hardie Industries plc (NYSE:JHX) makes building materials, primarily from fiber cement and fiber gypsum. It manufactures a variety of building materials like siding, interior linings, and backer boards. These products are used both inside and outside buildings. The company operates internationally with its geographic reach expanding to North America, Asia Pacific, and Europe.

James Hardie Industries plc (NYSE:JHX) has been facing a series of challenges ranging from subdued consumer demand in North America to inflation in raw material prices especially pulp and cement, which has put pressure on the company’s margins. As a result of these headwinds, the company during its fiscal third quarter of 2025 reported net sales of $953 million, down 3% compared to the previous year’s record third quarter. The adjusted EBITDA margins also decreased slightly by 120 basis points. Management noted they are managing to mitigate the impact of lower volumes and higher raw material costs through cost control and efficiency measures.

Despite these challenges, analysts have a positive outlook for James Hardie Industries plc (NYSE:JHX) as on February 24, Jefferies analyst Ramoun Lazar maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a price target of A$60. It is one of the worst-performing large-cap stocks to buy according to analysts.