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Upturn Advisory Summary
12/05/2025: KBH (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
14 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $66.17
1 Year Target Price $66.17
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 8 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 2 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 55.53% | Avg. Invested days 58 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 12/05/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.10B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 8.91 | 1Y Target Price 66.17 |
Price to earnings Ratio 8.91 | 1Y Target Price 66.17 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 14 | Beta 1.4 | 52 Weeks Range 48.27 - 78.47 | Updated Date 12/7/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 48.27 - 78.47 | Updated Date 12/7/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.56% | Basic EPS (TTM) 7.11 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
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Revenue by Geography
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Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 7.92% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.33% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.11% | Return on Equity (TTM) 13.13% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 8.91 | Forward PE 9.96 | Enterprise Value 5733572501 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.63 |
Enterprise Value 5733572501 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.63 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.88 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.53 | Shares Outstanding 64764685 | Shares Floating 62057521 |
Shares Outstanding 64764685 | Shares Floating 62057521 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.74 | Percent Institutions 105.17 |
Upturn AI SWOT
KB Home
Company Overview
History and Background
KB Home was founded in 1957 as Kaufman & Broad in Detroit, Michigan. It initially focused on providing affordable housing. The company expanded nationally and went public in 1969. Over time, it adapted its designs and offerings to changing consumer preferences and market conditions, becoming a leading homebuilder in the US.
Core Business Areas
- Homebuilding: KB Home's primary business is designing, constructing, and selling single-family homes. They focus on entry-level, first move-up, and active adult homebuyers.
Leadership and Structure
Jeffrey Mezger serves as Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a regional structure, overseeing operations in various states.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Single-Family Homes: KB Home designs, builds, and sells single-family homes in various communities. Market share information is in the 'Market Share Comparison' section below. Competitors include D.R. Horton (DHI), Lennar (LEN), and PulteGroup (PHM).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The homebuilding industry is cyclical and impacted by economic factors like interest rates, employment, and consumer confidence. Demand is influenced by demographic trends, migration patterns, and housing affordability.
Positioning
KB Home is positioned as a builder focused on personalization and choice, offering a range of floor plans and design options. Their Built-to-Order approach differentiates them from some competitors.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for new home sales in the US is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars annually. KB Home's TAM is the portion of the overall new home construction market in their target geographies and price points. KB Home is well positioned to address this TAM through its geographical footprint and design/build approach.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Built-to-Order business model
- Strong brand recognition
- Focus on first-time homebuyers
- Land holdings in desirable locations
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to economic cycles
- Reliance on mortgage availability
- Geographic concentration in certain markets
- Supply chain vulnerabilities
Opportunities
- Expanding into new markets
- Increasing average selling price
- Developing smart home technologies
- Capitalizing on demographic trends
Threats
- Rising interest rates
- Increased competition
- Economic downturn
- Land and material cost inflation
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- DHI
- LEN
- PHM
Competitive Landscape
KB Home competes on price, location, and personalization options. They differentiate themselves with their Built-to-Order approach. D.R. Horton and Lennar are larger and have greater scale.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: KB Home's growth has been influenced by housing market cycles. They have expanded into new markets and focused on improving operational efficiency.
Future Projections: Future projections depend on market conditions and analyst estimates. Analysts predict continued growth in revenue and earnings, driven by housing demand and strategic initiatives.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding into new markets, focusing on energy-efficient homes, and enhancing the customer experience.
Summary
KB Home is a well-established homebuilder with a unique Built-to-Order approach. Its strengths include its personalization options and land holdings, but its weaknesses include sensitivity to economic cycles. With opportunities for growth and potential threats from economic factors, it is moderately healthy. KB Home needs to expand its geographical coverage to minimize risk.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Company Investor Relations
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and analyst estimates. It is not financial advice. Investment decisions should be made based on individual circumstances and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
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About KB Home
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Los Angeles, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1987-01-01 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Jeffrey T. Mezger | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Residential Construction | Full time employees 2384 | Website https://www.kbhome.com |
Full time employees 2384 | Website https://www.kbhome.com | ||
KB Home operates as a homebuilding company in the United States. The company operates through four segments: West Coast, Southwest, Central, and Southeast. It builds and sells a variety of homes, including attached and detached single-family residential homes, townhomes, and condominiums primarily for first-time, first move-up, second move-up, and active adult homebuyers. The company also provides financial services, such as mortgage banking services comprising residential consumer mortgage loan originations to homebuyers; property and casualty insurance services, as well as earthquake, flood, and personal property insurance products to homebuyers; and title services. It conducts operations in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Nevada, North Carolina, Texas, and Washington. The company was formerly known as Kaufman and Broad Home Corporation and changed its name to KB Home in January 2001. KB Home was founded in 1957 and is based in Los Angeles, California.
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