<div id="readability-page-1"><div>** Analysts at Macquarie and Citi are upbeat on fibre cement maker James Hardie's , Q2 earnings** Macquarie says co's net profit after tax came in stronger than expected** Adds, &#34;business is well positioned to gain from any volume improvement&#34;** Macquarie rates stock &#34;outperform&#34;; hikes price target to A$41.70 from A$40.60** Citi analysts say co's Q2 EBITDA was at top end of pre-guided range** &#34;Overall, while markets remain challenged, expectations appear achievable through FY27&#34; — Citi** Eight of 13 analysts rate the stock &#34;buy&#34; or higher, five &#34;hold&#34;; their median PT is A$37.50 — LSEG data</div></div>

Analysts at Macquarie and Citi are positive on James Hardie's Q2 earnings. Macquarie notes stronger-than-expected net profit and raises the price target to A$41.70. Citi highlights the company's Q2 EBITDA at the top end of the pre-guided range. Eight out of 13 analysts rate the stock as 'buy' or higher, with a median price target of A$37.50.

Analysts positive on James Hardie's Q2 results, Macquarie raises price target