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DR Horton Inc (DHI)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/21/2025: DHI (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Moderate Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.
Number of Analysts
21 Analysts rated it
Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.
1 Year Target Price $164
1 Year Target Price $164
| 6 | Strong Buy |
| 3 | Buy |
| 10 | Hold |
| 2 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 95.41% | Avg. Invested days 59 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | Stock Returns Performance  4.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/21/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 45.84B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 12.36 | 1Y Target Price 164 |
Price to earnings Ratio 12.36 | 1Y Target Price 164 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 21 | Beta 1.4 | 52 Weeks Range 109.80 - 184.55 | Updated Date 10/21/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 109.80 - 184.55 | Updated Date 10/21/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.98% | Basic EPS (TTM) 12.44 |
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 2025-10-28 | When Before Market | Estimate 3.29 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 11.46% | Operating Margin (TTM) 14.56% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 8.96% | Return on Equity (TTM) 16.1% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 12.36 | Forward PE 13.61 | Enterprise Value 55807041517 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.33 |
Enterprise Value 55807041517 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.33 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.61 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.18 | Shares Outstanding 298123529 | Shares Floating 264146390 |
Shares Outstanding 298123529 | Shares Floating 264146390 | ||
Percent Insiders 11.41 | Percent Institutions 91.91 |
Upturn AI SWOT
DR Horton Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
D.R. Horton, Inc. was founded in 1978 by Donald R. Horton. It began as a local homebuilder in Fort Worth, Texas, and has grown to become the largest homebuilder by volume in the United States. The company has expanded geographically and diversified its offerings through acquisitions and internal growth.
Core Business Areas
- Homebuilding: This segment is the core of DR Horton's business, involving the construction and sale of single-family homes under various brands catering to different price points and buyer preferences (entry-level, move-up, active adult, and luxury). Includes land acquisition, development, and construction.
- Financial Services: This segment provides mortgage financing and title services to DR Horton's homebuyers. This improves the home buying process, enhances profitability and reduces time to sale.
- Rental: DR Horton develops and manages rental properties.
Leadership and Structure
David V. Auld serves as the Chairman of the Board. Paul J. Romanowski is President and CEO. The company has a hierarchical organizational structure with regional and divisional management teams overseeing operations in various geographic areas. Board of directors provides oversight and governance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Entry-Level Homes (Express Homes): Entry-level homes are targeted at first-time homebuyers. They represent a significant portion of DR Horton's sales volume. Competitors include Lennar, PulteGroup, and NVR. Market share for individual brands is not publicly broken out, but D.R. Horton as a whole is the market leader.
- Move-Up Homes (D.R. Horton Homes): Move-up homes are designed for buyers looking for larger homes or additional features. These homes command higher average selling prices. Competitors include Toll Brothers and smaller regional builders.
- Active Adult Homes (Freedom Homes): Active adult homes target buyers aged 55+. These communities often feature amenities tailored to this demographic. Competitors include PulteGroup (Del Webb) and Lennar (Villas).
- Luxury Homes (Emerald Homes): DR Horton offers luxury homes, Emerald Homes, which features additional amenities and high-end finishes
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The homebuilding industry is cyclical and highly sensitive to economic conditions, interest rates, and consumer confidence. Currently, it is dealing with high mortgage rates and high inflation that are impacting consumer spending and affordability. Long-term, demand remains supported by demographic trends.
Positioning
DR Horton is the largest homebuilder in the US by volume. Its competitive advantages include its scale, efficient operations, strong brand recognition, geographic diversity, and focus on entry-level housing. This positioning allows it to capture a large share of the market and achieve economies of scale.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for new home construction in the US is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars annually, fluctuating based on economic cycles. DR Horton, being the largest homebuilder, aims to capture a significant portion of this market, with strategies focused on geographic expansion, product diversification, and operational efficiency.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Scale and Market Leadership
- Strong Brand Recognition
- Efficient Operations
- Geographic Diversification
- Focus on Entry-Level Housing
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to Economic Cycles
- Reliance on Mortgage Market
- Exposure to Land Market Fluctuations
- Potential Labor Shortages
- High Debt Load
Opportunities
- Expanding into New Geographic Markets
- Developing New Product Lines (e.g., rental properties)
- Capitalizing on Demographic Trends (e.g., aging population)
- Leveraging Technology to Improve Efficiency
- Pursuing Strategic Acquisitions
Threats
- Rising Interest Rates
- Economic Recession
- Increased Competition
- Supply Chain Disruptions
- Government Regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Lennar Corporation (LEN)
- PulteGroup (PHM)
- NVR, Inc. (NVR)
- KB Home (KBH)
Competitive Landscape
DR Hortonu2019s scale and focus on affordability give it an advantage. However, competitors like Lennar and PulteGroup have strong brands and diverse product offerings. Competition is intense, especially in key markets.
Major Acquisitions
Vidler Water Resources Inc.
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 373
- Strategic Rationale: Acquired Vidler Water Resources Inc. to secure water rights and resources, crucial for sustainable growth in water-scarce regions. This is a bet on long term growth.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Discuss DR Horton's revenue and earnings growth over the past 5-10 years.
Future Projections: Provide analyst estimates for DR Horton's future revenue and earnings growth. Focuses on expansion and acquisitions
Recent Initiatives: Highlight recent strategic initiatives undertaken by DR Horton, such as acquisitions, new product launches, or geographic expansions. Expansion in the rental market, with a focus on build-to-rent initiatives
Summary
DR Horton is the largest homebuilder in the US, benefitting from its scale and focus on entry-level housing. While cyclical headwinds and rising rates pose challenges, the company's strong brand and efficient operations position it well. DR Horton needs to closely monitor economic conditions and manage its debt effectively to navigate these challenges and capitalize on future growth opportunities. The company benefits from securing long term resources for growth.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Investor Presentations
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Reports (e.g., from major investment banks)
- Company Press Releases
Disclaimers:
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Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About DR Horton Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Arlington, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1992-06-05 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Paul J. Romanowski | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Residential Construction | Full time employees 14766 | Website https://www.drhorton.com |
Full time employees 14766 | Website https://www.drhorton.com | ||
D.R. Horton, Inc. operates as a homebuilding company in East, North, Southeast, South Central, Southwest, and Northwest regions in the United States. It engages in the acquisition and development of land; and construction and sale of residential homes in 125 markets across 36 states under the names of D.R. Horton. The company constructs and sells single-family detached homes; and attached homes, such as townhomes, duplexes, and triplexes. It provides mortgage financing services; and title insurance policies, and examination and closing services, as well as engages in the residential lot development business. In addition, the company develops, constructs, owns, leases, and sells multi-family and single-family rental properties; and owns non-residential real estate, including ranch land and improvements. It primarily serves homebuyers. D.R. Horton, Inc. was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Arlington, Texas.
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