James Hardie tops ASX 200 after AZEK shareholders approve $8.75 billion takeover deal

James Hardie Industries

30/06/2025 02:27

** Shares of James Hardie Industries JHX.AX rise 7.3% to A$41.785

** Stock poised for its best intraday pct gain since April 10, if trends hold

** JHX rose as much as 9.9% to A$42.81 earlier in the day to hit highest level since March 24

** Cement products maker is among top gainers on the benchmark index .AXJO

** James Hardie's $8.75 billion offer to acquire U.S. artificial decking maker AZEK AZEK.N approved by AZEK shareholders

** YTD, stock down nearly 19%, including the day's move

 (Reporting by John Biju in Bengaluru)

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