American Homes 4 Rent(AMH)

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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AMH

09/25/2026: AMH (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

American Homes 4 Rent is a prominent real estate investment trust focused on the acquisition, development, and operation of a large portfolio of single-family rental homes in the U.S. The company has a leading position in the industry, supported by a modern, geographically diversified portfolio and a robust internal build-to-rent program that drives operational efficiencies. Its primary growth opportunity lies in capitalizing on the sustained demand for professionalized rental housing. However, investors must monitor risks related to interest rate sensitivity, property tax volatility, and potential regulatory changes. This stock may be suitable for income-focused investors and those seeking exposure to the residential real estate market.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitInvestors seeking exposure to the single-family rental market will find growth potential in the build-to-rent pipeline.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock can exhibit momentum trends tied to housing supply/demand dynamics and interest rate sentiment.
Value investorMixed fitValuation in REITs is often more tied to FFO multiples than traditional P/E ratios, requiring nuanced analysis.
Dividend investorStrong fitAs a REIT, AMH provides consistent dividend income that is attractive to income-focused investors.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile housing is historically stable, volatility in interest rates and property management risks introduce moderate risk profiles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock price is sensitive to macroeconomic factors like interest rate cycles.
Valuation riskMediumREIT valuations can fluctuate significantly based on yield expectations.
Competition risk (institutional rental demand)Medium / highCompetition from other institutional investors can drive up acquisition costs.
Business qualityStrongThe company possesses a high-quality, modern, and geographically targeted property portfolio.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are reliable but can be impacted by operational cash flow requirements.
Execution riskMediumManaging a massive portfolio of widely dispersed single-family homes requires excellent operational execution.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -13.19%
Avg. Invested days 45
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AMH receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AMH has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+9.8%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 40.0%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+8.0%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AMH's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (40.0% of revenue). Operating efficiency is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is AMH's strongest growth driver at +9.8% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). Revenue growth (+8.0%, moderate) and free-cash-flow growth (+8.2%, moderate) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 93.3% and approximately 85.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 7.89% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 12.36%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 7.97%
NORGES BANK 6.14%
Principal Financial Group Inc 5.75%
State Street Corp 4.51%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AMH generates approximately $34 of gross profit, $242 of operating income, and $400 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 0.00%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AMH has a large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Large / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 12.57B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 24.54
1Y Target Price 37.11
Price to earnings Ratio 24.54
1Y Target Price 37.11
Volume (30-day avg) 2.6M shares
Beta 0.8
52 Weeks Range 26.67 - 34.70
Updated Date 09/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 26.67 - 34.70
Updated Date 09/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 4.07%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.25

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Rental OperationsMonthly rental income from thousands of single-family homes across the US.The company acts like a professional landlord, collecting rent from a vast portfolio of houses.
DevelopmentConstruction and leasing of new, purpose-built single-family rental communities.The company grows by building new houses specifically designed for renters, which often have lower maintenance needs.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE 24.54
Forward PE 200
Enterprise Value 16.19B
Price to Sales(TTM) 6.7
Enterprise Value 16.19B
Price to Sales(TTM) 6.7
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.63
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.04
Shares Outstanding 359.18M
Shares Floating 307.85M
Shares Outstanding 359.18M
Shares Floating 307.85M
Percent Insiders 7.89
Percent Institutions 93.29

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About American Homes 4 Rent

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters Las Vegas, NV, United States
IPO Launch date 2013-08-01
CEO & Trustee Mr. Bryan Smith
Sector Real Estate
Industry REIT - Residential
Full time employees 1598
Full time employees 1598

American Homes 4 Rent is a leading large-scale integrated owner, operator and developer of single-family rental homes. We're an internally managed Maryland real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on developing, renovating, leasing and managing homes as rental properties. As of June 30, 2026, we owned over 61,000 single-family properties in the Southeast, Midwest, Southwest and Mountain West regions of the United States. American Homes 4 Rent was established on October 19, 2012 and incorporated in Maryland and is based in Las Vegas, United States.