918646--5/29/2008--EAGLE_MATERIALS_INC

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Increases in interest rates could adversely affect demand for our products, which would have an adverse effect on our results of operations. Our customers participate in cyclical industries, which are subject to industry downturns. Our operations and our customers are subject to extensive governmental regulation, which can be costly and burdensome. Our products are commodities, which are subject to significant changes in supply and demand and price fluctuations. Our business is seasonal in nature, and this causes our quarterly results to vary significantly. We are subject to the risk of unfavorable weather conditions during peak construction periods and other unexpected operational difficulties. Our debt agreements contain restrictive covenants and require us to meet certain financial ratios and tests, which limit our flexibility and could give rise to a default if we are unable to remain in compliance Our results of operations are subject to significant changes in the cost and availability of fuel, energy and other raw materials. Our production facilities may experience unexpected equipment failures, catastrophic events and scheduled maintenance We operate in a highly competitive market, and our failure to compete effectively could adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. We may become subject to significant clean-up, remediation and other liabilities under applicable environmental laws. Significant changes in the cost and availability of transportation could adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.

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