Forestar Group Inc (FOR)vsSmith Douglas Homes Corp. (SDHC)
FOR
Forestar Group Inc
$25.32
+0.72%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.29B
SDHC
Smith Douglas Homes Corp.
$12.30
-0.73%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $109.79M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Forestar Group Inc generates 74% more annual revenue ($1.69B vs $971.12M). FOR leads profitability with a 9.9% profit margin vs 1.1%. FOR trades at a lower P/E of 7.7x. FOR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
FOR
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
SDHC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.7%
Fair Value
$22.24
Current Price
$25.32
$3.08 premium
Margin of Safety
-122.9%
Fair Value
$8.09
Current Price
$12.30
$4.21 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 6.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
1.1% margin — thin
Revenue declined 9.4%
Earnings declined 59.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FOR
The strongest argument for FOR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : SDHC
The strongest argument for SDHC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : FOR
The primary concerns for FOR are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SDHC
The primary concerns for SDHC are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Thin 1.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FOR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
FOR is growing revenue faster at 9.0% — sustainability is the question.
SDHC generates stronger free cash flow (9M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REAL ESTATE - DEVELOPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FOR scores higher overall (48/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Forestar Group Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE - DEVELOPMENT · USA
Forestar Group Inc. is a residential lot development company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Arlington, Texas.
Smith Douglas Homes Corp.
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE - DEVELOPMENT · USA
Smith Douglas Homes Corp. The company is headquartered in Woodstock, Georgia.
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