Eagle Materials Inc. (EXP) Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend; Loop Capital Raises PT to $245

Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE:EXP) is included in our list of the 12 Cheap Value Stocks to Buy Now According to Seth Klarman.

Eagle Materials Inc. (EXP) Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend; Loop Capital Raises PT to $245

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Following strong recent operational performance, Loop Capital increased its price target on Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE:EXP) from $230 to $245 on July 30, 2025, maintaining a ‘Hold’ rating. The increased target reflects the company’s stable wallboard pricing, above-industry segment volumes, and improved investor sentiment surrounding a potential building products trough. However, the analyst believes that a stronger catalyst beyond a cyclical recovery is required to upgrade its rating on the company.

Meanwhile, on August 6, 2025, Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE:EXP)’s Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share, which is payable on October 16 to shareholders of record as of September 15.

Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE:EXP), based in the U.S., provides building materials, such as cement, concrete, and gypsum wallboard products. It is included in our list of cheap value stocks to buy.

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