In this article, we will discuss the 5 Best Building Materials Stocks to Buy for the Residential Recovery. For deeper discussion and analysis, read 7 Best Building Materials Stocks to Buy for the Residential Recovery.
5. Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ:APOG)
Short Percentage of Shares Outstanding: 2.52%
On May 28, Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ:APOG) announced that it entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Kalwall Companies from the Keller family for up to $115 million on a cash-free and debt-free basis, subject to customary closing conditions. The transaction includes an initial cash payment of $105 million at closing, along with a potential earnout of up to $10 million tied to financial performance through the end of the company’s fiscal 2027 third quarter. Management expects the acquisition to close during fiscal 2027’s second quarter and believes the transaction will enhance Apogee’s portfolio and expand its capabilities within the building products market.
On April 24, Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ:APOG) provided fiscal 2027 guidance, forecasting revenue in the range of $1.38 billion to $1.43 billion. The company’s outlook assumes approximately $10 million in interest expense, an adjusted effective tax rate of 26% to 27%, and capital expenditures between $35 million and $40 million, reflecting management’s expectations for continued investment in growth initiatives and operational execution.
Founded in 1949 and headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ:APOG) designs and fabricates commercial glass, aluminum framing, and installation services for building exteriors. The stock gains residential recovery exposure through its Apogee Renovation segment and high-rise multi-family housing projects requiring advanced glass and curtainwall envelope solutions.
