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Beazer Homes USA Inc(BZH)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 96 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+27.2% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$33.48
10/19/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BZH

10/19/2026: BZH (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Beazer Homes USA Inc is a mid-sized U.S. homebuilder that focuses on constructing energy-efficient, single-family homes across diverse regional markets. The company’s primary strengths include its recognizable brand differentiation and a disciplined focus on improving its balance sheet through debt reduction. Its main investment story centers on capturing long-term housing demand through efficient operations. However, the company faces material risks, including high sensitivity to interest rate fluctuations and intense competition from larger, better-capitalized national builders. This stock may suit investors seeking cyclical exposure to the housing market, though it is likely less appropriate for risk-averse investors given the absence of dividends and inherent industry volatility.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitWhile the homebuilding cycle can provide growth, the sector's inherent volatility may challenge pure growth strategies.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum investors may find opportunities during housing market upturns but should be wary of cyclical reversals.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuations that may appeal to value investors looking for exposure to the housing market.
Dividend investorWeak fitBeazer Homes does not currently pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe high beta and cyclical nature of the homebuilding industry pose risks that are generally incompatible with low-risk objectives.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock's price is highly sensitive to interest rate changes and housing data updates.
Valuation riskMediumMarket sentiment toward housing stocks can lead to significant valuation swings regardless of company performance.
Competition risk (National homebuilder scale)Medium / highLarger competitors with better economies of scale can exert pricing pressure on smaller builders.
Business qualityMediumThe company has worked to improve its balance sheet, but remains subject to the cyclicality of the housing industry.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no dividend income provided, removing an element of downside protection for investors.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on effectively managing land development timelines and controlling rising construction costs.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -33.43%
Avg. Invested days 36
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
BZH receives a 2-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
BZH has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-67.5%), soft cash generation (FCF margin 0.1%), moderate revenue growth (+1.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
BZH's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (0.1% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is BZH's strongest growth driver at +102.2% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (+1.8%, moderate) and earnings growth (-67.5%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 93.6% and approximately 89.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 8.87% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 10.67%
Donald Smith & Co Inc 10.55%
Capital World Investors 6.40%
Sontag Advisory LLC 4.19%
State Street Corp 4.18%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
BZH generates approximately $142 of gross profit, $15 of operating income, and $1 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Weak margins explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -11.60% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 893.23M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 27.5
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 27.5
Volume (30-day avg) 1.2M shares
Beta 2.19
52 Weeks Range 17.83 - 34.54
Updated Date 11/10/2026
52 Weeks Range 17.83 - 34.54
Updated Date 11/10/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.34

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
HomebuildingConstruction and sale of residential homes across various U.S. states.Revenue is earned primarily when a home is closed and title is transferred to the buyer.
Mortgage/Financial ServicesFinancing and title services offered to customers.This is a smaller, auxiliary revenue stream that supports the core homebuilding business.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-12
When Before Market
Estimate 0.9
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -0.37%
Operating Margin (TTM) -1.75%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -0.65%
Return on Equity (TTM) -0.65%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 17.54
Enterprise Value 2.20B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.43
Enterprise Value 2.20B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.43
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.06
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 76.61
Shares Outstanding 26.68M
Shares Floating 23.74M
Shares Outstanding 26.68M
Shares Floating 23.74M
Percent Insiders 8.87
Percent Institutions 93.62

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.

Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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