Who Owns QXO?
QXO is the master brand of QXO, Inc. (NYSE: QXO), the building products distribution company founded by Brad Jacobs in 2024, whose operating business is Beacon Roofing Supply.
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Who Owns QXO?
- Parent Company: QXO, Inc.
- Ownership Type: Brand division
- Company Type: Publicly Traded
- Stock Ticker: New York Stock Exchange: QXO
| Brand | Parent Company | Ownership Type |
|---|---|---|
| QXO | QXO, Inc. | Brand division |
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History of QXO
- Founded: 2024
- Founders: Brad Jacobs
Brad Jacobs launched QXO in 2024 as a consolidation platform for building products distribution, raising billions in equity and completing the $11 billion Beacon Roofing Supply acquisition in April 2025.
About QXO, Inc.
Did QXO buy Beacon Roofing Supply?
Yes. QXO completed the roughly $11 billion acquisition of Beacon on April 29, 2025.
Is QXO publicly traded?
Yes. It trades on the NYSE under ticker QXO.
Who runs QXO?
Brad Jacobs, chairman and CEO, founder of United Rentals and XPO.
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What does QXO do?
Distributes roofing and building products to contractors through Beacon Roofing Supply and plans further industry consolidation.
- Founded: 2024
- Headquarters: Old Greenwich, Connecticut, USA
- Company Type: Publicly Traded
- Stock: New York Stock Exchange: QXO
- Revenue: Approximately $9.8 billion (pro forma FY2025)
- Employees: Approximately 8,000
Where Is QXO Made / Based?
- Headquarters: Old Greenwich, Connecticut, USA
QXO Categories & Tags
Brands Owned by QXO, Inc.
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QXO Ownership: Pros & Cons
Advantages
- +Jacobs' proven consolidation record
- +Scale platform in a fragmented industry
Considerations
- -Integration execution risk
- -Housing demand cyclicality
Frequently Asked Questions About QXO
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Sources & Further Reading
- QXO official website
- QXO, Inc. company page - /companies/qxo
Competitors to QXO
These competing brands operate in the same categories and provide similar products or services. Compare key attributes to understand market positioning and competitive landscape.
| Brand | Parent Company | Country | Founded | Market Position | Primary Market | Gender Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westlake | USA | 1999 | Premium | United states | All Genders | |
| Bluescope Steel | Australia | 1900 | Mass market | Asia pacific | All Genders | |
| Bluescope Steel | Australia | 1857 | Premium | Asia pacific | All Genders | |
| Qxo | USA | 1928 | Mass market | United states | All Genders |
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Australian steel building products brand operated by BlueScope Steel. Founded in 1857 in Bristol, England by John Lysaght. Manufacturing in Australia since 1921. Known for CUSTOM ORB corrugated steel, KLIP-LOK roofing, and BONDEK formwork.
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Competitive Analysis
Market Positioning: QXO competes with 4 brands in the same categories, ranging from mass market to luxury positioning.
Geographic Distribution: Competitors are headquartered across multiple regions, indicating global competition in this market segment.
Brand Heritage: Competitor brands range from established heritage brands to newer market entrants, with founding years spanning several decades.
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