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KB Home (KBH)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/27/2025: KBH (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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
Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.
1 Year Target Price $61.33
1 Year Target Price $61.33
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 8 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 2 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 39.62% | Avg. Invested days 73 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/27/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.61B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 7.03 | 1Y Target Price 61.33 |
Price to earnings Ratio 7.03 | 1Y Target Price 61.33 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 14 | Beta 1.35 | 52 Weeks Range 48.67 - 88.67 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 48.67 - 88.67 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.90% | Basic EPS (TTM) 7.54 |
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 2025-06-16 | When Before Market | Estimate 1.4747 | Actual 1.5 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 8.47% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.49% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.56% | Return on Equity (TTM) 14.17% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 7.03 | Forward PE 7.7 | Enterprise Value 5174312000 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.54 |
Enterprise Value 5174312000 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.54 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.78 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.29 | Shares Outstanding 68100000 | Shares Floating 65277255 |
Shares Outstanding 68100000 | Shares Floating 65277255 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.59 | Percent Institutions 108.28 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4 | Target Price 61.33 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy 3 |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy 3 | ||
Hold 8 | Sell - | Strong Sell 2 | |
Strong Sell 2 |
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 and expanded nationally, becoming a significant player in the homebuilding industry. KB Home has evolved by adapting to changing market conditions and consumer preferences.
Core Business Areas
- Homebuilding: Designs, constructs, and sells single-family homes, townhomes, and condominiums to first-time homebuyers, move-up buyers, and active adults. Provides a wide range of floor plans and personalization options.
Leadership and Structure
Jeffrey Mezger is the Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a regional structure, dividing its operations into different geographical areas, each managed by a regional president.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Single-Family Homes: KB Home's primary product, offering various designs and sizes to cater to different customer segments. Market share information is included in the 'Competitors' section. Competitors include Lennar, D.R. Horton, and PulteGroup.
- Townhomes and Condominiums: Provides higher-density housing options, often targeted at first-time homebuyers or those seeking lower-maintenance living. Market share information is included in the 'Competitors' section. Competitors include Lennar, D.R. Horton, and PulteGroup.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The homebuilding industry is currently influenced by interest rates, material costs, labor availability, and consumer confidence. Demand is driven by population growth, household formation, and economic conditions. Housing inventory levels also play a vital role.
Positioning
KB Home differentiates itself through its Built-to-Order approach, allowing buyers to personalize their homes. This provides a competitive advantage over some builders that offer limited customization.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The US homebuilding market is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. KB Home's TAM is substantial, and they compete across various regions and buyer segments.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Built-to-Order customization
- National brand recognition
- Land acquisition and development expertise
- Strong customer service
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to economic cycles
- Geographic concentration in certain markets
- Dependence on mortgage availability
- Exposure to material cost fluctuations
Opportunities
- Expanding into new geographic markets
- Developing innovative housing solutions
- Capitalizing on demographic trends (e.g., millennials, aging population)
- Investing in technology to improve efficiency
Threats
- Rising interest rates
- Increased competition
- Economic downturns
- Material and labor shortages
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- DHI
- LEN
- PHM
Competitive Landscape
KB Home's Built-to-Order approach is a key differentiator. Its smaller size allows it to be more flexible but it is still very exposed to the market dynamics.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: KB Home's growth has been impacted by economic cycles. See KB Home's annual reports and earnings releases for details.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates can be found on financial news websites.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initatives can be found on KB Home's investor relations website and SEC filings
Summary
KB Home is a homebuilder with a unique Built-to-Order approach. It's exposed to market fluctuations, but its personalization strategy sets it apart. Watching interest rates and adapting to market shifts are crucial for KB Home. Continued land acquisition is also very important.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- KB Home Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- Financial News Outlets
- Industry Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share data is approximate and may vary. Please conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
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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