Trex Company, Inc.

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- National shareholder rights firm Hagens Berman is investigating Trex Company, Inc. (NYSE: TREX) regarding potential violations of the U.S. securities laws. The investigation focuses on whether Trex may have engaged in undisclosed sales practices and artificially inflated its sales figures by overstocking its "pro channel" partners while assuring investors that its new "level-loading" production strategy had eliminated inventory volatility.

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Investors who suffered significant losses on Trex (TREX) securities purchased are encouraged to contact the firm. The firm also encourages persons with knowledge who may be able to assist in the investigation to contact its attorneys.

TREX Investigation at a Glance

Trex Company, Inc. (TREX) Investigation:

Hagens Berman is investigating a potential narrative gap that emerged in the second half of 2025. In August, Trex management told investors that their "revised inventory strategy reduces the volatility typically associated with channel stocking and de-stocking[]" and "[b]y level-loading our production, we can better manage inventory cycles, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce volatility in our quarterly results[.]" The company also called for FY 2025 sales growth of 5% to 7%.

However, on November 4, 2025, Trex stunned the market when it reported disappointing Q3 2025 financial results with net sales of $285 million coming in 5% below the mid-point of its guidance (significantly Wall Street consensus estimates), a sequential decline of about 26%.

In addition, Trex said it expected a "muted" fourth quarter, explaining in part "we expect our pro channel partners to lower their inventories through the rest of the year" and revised its 2025 sales growth guidance down to roughly 0% compared to 2024.

The news sent the price of Trex shares tumbling on November 5, 2025.

"We're focused on whether Trex was aware that demand was softening but continued to push product into the channel to meet short-term targets," said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the firm's investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is "Level-Loading" and why is it central to the investigation? Trex claimed "level-loading" production would create operational efficiencies and steady results. The investigation seeks to determine whether this may have been used to mask a decline in end-user demand.

What caused the stock to crater? On Nov. 4, 2025, Trex reported Q3 sales that missed the midpoint of its own guidance by 5%. More importantly, it slashed its full-year 2025 outlook to flat growth, explaining that partners were now de-stocking. These disclosures led to a 31% intraday stock plunge.

If you'd like more information and answers to other frequently asked questions about the Trex investigation, read more »

Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding Trex should consider their options to help in the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under the new program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Reed Kathrein at 844-916-0895 or email TREX@hbsslaw.com.

About Hagens Berman

Hagens Berman is a global plaintiffs' rights complex litigation firm focusing on corporate accountability. The firm is home to a robust practice and represents investors as well as whistleblowers, workers, consumers and others in cases achieving real results for those harmed by corporate negligence and other wrongdoings. Hagens Berman's team has secured more than $2.9 billion in this area of law. More about the firm and its successes can be found at hbsslaw.com. Follow the firm for updates and news at @ClassActionLaw.

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TROY, Mich., Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Adtalem Global Education Inc.'s recent report has investors wondering if the company's stock is fairly valued. Or is it in the buy range? As such, the Editorial Advisory and Securities Review Committee of BetterInvesting Magazine consider Adtalem (NYSE: ATGE) as worthy of further study and has named the company its "Stock to Study" for the March 2026 issue for investors' informational and educational use.

The fundamental data is eye-opening; investors can view Adtalem's sales, earnings, pre-tax profit, return on equity, and more all on one page, courtesy of the National Association of Investors Corp., at: https://ssg.betterinvesting.org/trial/ssgplus/?studyid=17263006.

A full report on Adtalem Global Education, Inc. will appear in the March 2026 issue of BetterInvesting Magazine. 

The same issue of BetterInvesting Magazine will also include a fundamental review of Trex Company (NYSE: TREX), which the independent Editorial Advisory and Securities Review Committee believes is worthy of further study from an undervalued perspective. 

Committee members are Daniel J. Boyle, CFA; Marisa Bradbury, CFA; Philip Keating, CFA; Anne Nichols, CFA; and Dan Rutter, CFA.

Doron P. Levin, an editor of the magazine, serves as the committee's chairperson.

Securities mentioned are for study and presented for educational purposes only. They are not to be considered as endorsed or recommended for purchase by NAIC/BetterInvesting. Investors should conduct their own review and analysis of any company of interest using the Stock Selection Guide before making an investment decision.

About BetterInvesting:

BetterInvesting™, a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit, investment education organization, has been empowering everyday Americans since 1951. Also known as the National Association of Investors™ (NAIC®), we have helped more than 5 million people from all walks of life learn how to improve their financial future. BetterInvesting provides unbiased, in-depth investing education and powerful online stock analysis tools to create successful lifelong investors. BetterInvesting staff, along with a dedicated community of volunteers across America, teach the organization's principles and time-tested methodology to individuals and investment clubs. For more information about BetterInvesting, please visit www.betterinvesting.org

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