American Century Companies Inc. Boosts Stake in Eagle Materials Inc.

The investment firm increased its holdings in the construction materials company by 2.5% in the third quarter.

Mar. 2, 2026 at 6:07pm

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American Century Companies Inc. raised its stake in Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE: EXP) by 2.5% in the third quarter, according to a recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm now owns 534,380 shares of the construction company's stock, representing approximately 1.67% of Eagle Materials' outstanding shares.

Why it matters

The increase in American Century's position in Eagle Materials reflects the investment firm's confidence in the construction materials company's growth prospects. As a major institutional investor, American Century's moves can signal broader market sentiment around Eagle Materials and the construction industry.

The details

According to the 13F filing, American Century Companies acquired an additional 13,104 shares of Eagle Materials during the third quarter, bringing its total position to 534,380 shares. The investment firm now owns approximately 1.67% of Eagle Materials' outstanding stock, valued at $124.5 million as of the end of the quarter.

  • American Century Companies filed its 13F report for the third quarter of 2026 on March 2, 2026.

The players

American Century Companies Inc.

An investment management firm that provides a range of mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, and other investment products to individual and institutional investors.

Eagle Materials Inc.

A Dallas, Texas-based manufacturer of building materials, including portland and masonry cements, gypsum wallboard, lightweight aggregate, paperboard packaging, and roofing granules.

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The takeaway

The increase in American Century's stake in Eagle Materials suggests the investment firm sees continued growth potential in the construction materials company, which could signal broader optimism about the construction industry's outlook.